| Birth: | Jul. 10, 1921 Worcester Worcester County Massachusetts, USA | | Death: | Apr. 12, 2001 Worcester Worcester County Massachusetts, USA |  Originator of the "Smiley" face logo, an international icon. While working at State Mutual Life Assurance Co. in Worcester, MA, as a graphic artist, he created the Smiley in 1962 as part of a friendship campaign. He was paid $45, and never applied for a trademark or copyright. Also a World War II veteran, he was awarded the Bronze Star for herosim during the Battle of Okinawa. (bio by: Nancy F.)
Search Amazon for Harvey Ball | | | Burial:
Notre Dame Cemetery
Worcester Worcester County Massachusetts, USA | Maintained by: Find A Grave Originally Created by: Nancy F. Record added: Jul 06, 2004
Find A Grave Memorial# 9050754 |
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