Colts owner Jim Irsay dies at 65
Colts owner Jim Irsay has actually died.
He was 65. An announcement from the team discusses that Irsay “died quietly in his sleep this afternoon.”
Irsay presumed daily management of the group in 1995, when his daddy, Robert, suffered a stroke. When the elder Irsay died in 1997, Jim ended up being the owner of the team.
“Jim’s devotion and enthusiasm for the Indianapolis Colts in addition to his generosity, dedication to the neighborhood, and most importantly, his love for his household were unsurpassed,” Colts COO Pete Ward said in a declaration. “Our inmost sympathies go to his children, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, Kalen Jackson, and his whole family as we grieve with them.
“A few of Jim’s fondest memories came from his youth working training camps in Baltimore and growing relationships with players, coaches, and personnel whom he considered his extended family. He operated in every department before he was named the youngest general supervisor in team history in 1984 when the Colts showed up in Indianapolis. After he took sole ownership in 1997, he led the Colts to a long series of department titles and brought the city its very first Super Bowl Championship. Jim’s love and appreciation for the NFL in addition to its history, custom, and principles influenced him to end up being a steward of the game throughout his 50-plus years in the League.
“Jim’s generosity can be felt all over Indianapolis, the state of Indiana and the nation. He made philanthropy a day-to-day undertaking. He never thought twice to help many companies and people live much better lives. Music was one of Jim’s passions and the ability to share his band and collection with millions of individuals across the world brought him remarkable pleasure. Basically, he wished to make the world a better location which philosophy never ever wavered. Jim will be deeply missed by his household, the Colts company, and fans all over, however we remain motivated by his caring and unique spirit.”
With the drafting of quarterback Peyton Manning in 1998, the Colts ended up being an elite group for more than a decade. They won Super Bowl XLI.Irsay is survived by his three daughters and 10 grandchildren.We extend our acknowledgements to Irsay’s family, friends
, and the whole Colts organization.