In Memoriam: Embry P. Canterbury, Founder and CEO of Hibernia Resources III, LLC (1973–2025)

In Memoriam: Embry P. Canterbury, Founder and CEO of Hibernia Resources III, LLC (1973–2025)

It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that Hibernia Resources III, LLC announces the sudden and unexpected passing of its Founder, Owner, and Chief Executive Officer, Embry P. Canterbury, on June 21, 2025. A titan of the energy industry, a devoted family man, and a deeply admired colleague and friend, Embry’s untimely departure has sent ripples of grief throughout the business community and far beyond.

For those who knew him—whether professionally or personally—Embry Canterbury was not just a successful entrepreneur; he was a visionary leader, a man of integrity, and a person whose word meant everything. He built Hibernia Resources III, LLC on the bedrock of bold innovation, strong partnerships, and a deep understanding of both the technical and human sides of the oil and gas business. Under his leadership, the company grew from a small independent venture into a respected force in the industry, recognized for operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and strategic foresight.

But behind the boardroom successes was a man guided by a deep sense of purpose and responsibility. Embry believed that leadership wasn’t just about financial returns—it was about building trust, creating opportunities for others, and always doing the right thing, even when no one was watching. His employees recall him as a humble and accessible CEO who knew people by name, took time to mentor young professionals, and treated everyone with dignity and respect.

Born in 1973, Embry grew up with a strong work ethic and a natural curiosity about how things worked—traits that would later define his approach to both business and life. After graduating with a degree in engineering and later earning an MBA, he worked his way up in the energy sector before founding Hibernia Resources, a company that reflected his core values of innovation, perseverance, and stewardship.

Beyond the corporate world, Embry was above all else a dedicated father and loving family man. He often said that his greatest accomplishment wasn’t found in balance sheets or business headlines, but in the family he raised and the life he built with them. His children were the light of his life, and he never missed a chance to express how proud he was of them. He was also known as a loyal friend—someone who listened without judgment, showed up without being asked, and believed in people even when they didn’t believe in themselves.

In his community, Embry was a quiet but impactful philanthropist, supporting education initiatives, veterans’ organizations, and local charities throughout Texas. He preferred to give without fanfare, driven not by recognition but by a deep desire to lift others up.

The loss of Embry P. Canterbury leaves a void that cannot be measured. He will be remembered for his leadership, his kindness, and his unshakable principles. His legacy will live on not only in the continued work of Hibernia Resources III but in the lives of all those he touched along the way.

The company will announce memorial services and succession plans in the coming days. In the meantime, the Canterbury family and the leadership of Hibernia Resources request privacy as they navigate this time of immense grief.

As we mourn the loss of an extraordinary man, we honor the life he lived—and the countless lives he made better simply by being himself.

Rest in peace, Embry P. Canterbury.

Your vision, your voice, and your spirit will never be forgotten.