Michael George DeGroote well known as Michael DeGroote OC was a Canadian businessman and philanthropist from Hamilton, Ontario who resided in Bermuda.
Michael was born in Belgium to Flemish parents and immigrated to Canada with his parents when he was 14 years old. He left school in Grade 9 to help his family by working in the tobacco fields near Tillsonburg, Ontario.
Michael was once married to Carrie DeGroote. Unfortunately, Mrs DeGroote is a woman of secrecy. As a result, her whole identity is a mystery. Also, it is unknown when the two tied the knot and how they first crossed paths.
Michael was a proud father of four grown-up children namely Gary (Laurie) DeGroote, Joni Tipping, Tim DeGroote, and Michael Jr. Carrie DeGroote is the mother of Michael’s four children. They are all grown up and already have a family of their own.
Furthermore, the Canadian entrepreneur had twelve grandkids and eleven great-grandkids. The late businessman considered number 13 a lucky number (it is also his date of birth) and was hoping to reach his lucky number with two more great-grandchildren.
The famous personality’s goal was to create a special bond with every one of his kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. It seems he was equally devoted to his family as his professional career.
Michael died on September 11, 2022, at the age of 89.
Source: Ghanafuo.com
