John J. McKetta, American chemical engineer, Died at 103

John J. McKetta Jr. was born on October 17, 1915, in Wyano, Pennsylvania and died on January 15, 2019.

He was an American chemical engineer.

He was known for his research on more efficient ways to create energy and the thermodynamic properties of hydrocarbons.

McKetta was elected to the National Academy of Engineering and, in 2009, was selected by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers as one of the "50 Chemical Engineers of the Foundation Age.

McKetta turned 100 in October 2015. John J. McKetta passed away at 103 years old.