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Lilly Ledbetter
1938 - 2024
Lilly Ledbetter
1938 - 2024
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BORN
1938
DIED
2024
Lilly Ledbetter Obituary
Lilly Ledbetter was a Goodyear area manager turned activist whose Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. lawsuit resulted in landmark equal pay legislation, the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009.
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Read the full obituary in Legacy's headline news section.
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4 Entries
RA
October 21, 2024
A dedicated fighter for equal pay, she worked tirelessly for years and it resulted in a legislation being passed for equal pay. Her hard work is a tremendous help to so many. Sincere condolences to the Ledbetter family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with your family to help you in your time of loss.
Carson Loveless
October 16, 2024
Condolences to her family
RB
October 15, 2024
Such a champion for people, continually fighting for the rights of people for equal pay. Truly an amazing woman that helped so many. Sincere condolences to the Ledbetter family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you in your time of loss.
Elizabeth Bell
October 14, 2024
RIP Lilly
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