Chesapeake Boathouse Holds Sunrise Memorial In Honor Of Aubrey McClendon

Family and friends celebrated Aubrey McClendon's life at the Chesapeake Boathouse Saturday morning.

The state medical examiner confirmed Friday, March 5 that McClendon died of "multiple blunt force trauma, in a fiery car crash on Wednesday, March 2.

The crash came the day after he was indicted on federal conspiracy charges.

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McClendon was part owner of the Oklahoma City Thunder, and he helped start Chesapeake Energy, and American Energy Partners.

Saturday, March 5, the Chesapeake Boathouse honored his memory with a traditional sunrise paddle out in recognition of his impact on the organization, the development of the river, and the momentum of Oklahoma City.

McClendon will also be honored in a seperate service on Monday, March 7 at 10 a.m. at Crossing Community Church in NW Oklahoma City.

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