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Who was David's direct predecessor as the family patriarch?

  • Laurance Rockefeller

  • Nelson Rockefeller

  • Winthrop Rockefeller

  • John D. Rockefeller III

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The Rockefeller family patriarch preceding David was Laurance Rockefeller, his father. Laurance was a prominent businessman, philanthropist, and conservationist. He served as the chairman and CEO of Rockefeller Brothers Fund and Rockefeller & Company. He was also a major supporter of environmental and arts organizations. Laurance's contributions to philanthropy and conservation left a lasting impact on society.
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