Helen Walton
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Helen Robson Walton is the widow of Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton. She is one of the wealthiest persons in the world with an estimated net worth of $18 billion.
Sam Walton left his ownership in Wal-Mart to his wife and their children: S. Robson Walton (Rob), John T. Walton, Jim Walton, and Alice Walton. Rob Walton and John Walton serve on the board of directors of Wal-Mart. The others are not directly involved in the company except through their voting power as shareholders. The Walton family holds 5 spots in the top 15 richest people in the United States.
External link
- Forbes 400 listing (http://www.forbes.com/finance/lists/54/2003/LIR.jhtml?passListId=54&passYear=2003&passListType=Person&uniqueId=8B88&datatype=Person)