Bears owner Virginia Halas passes away at age 102 |
The Chicago Bears have announced the death of team owner Virginia McCaskey, who died today at 102.
McCaskey had served as the team's owner since her father's passing on October 31, 1983. "While we are sad, we are comforted knowing Virginia Halas McCaskey lived a long, full, faith-filled life and is now with the love of her life on earth," McCaskey's family said. "She guided the Bears for four decades and based every business decision on what was best for Bears players, coaches, staff and fans." NFL commish Roger Goodell released the following heartfelt statement: "Virginia Halas McCaskey, the matriarch of the Chicago Bears and daughter of George Halas, the founder of the NFL, leaves a legacy of class, dignity, and humanity," Goodell said. "Faith, family, and football - in that order - were her north stars, and she lived by the simple adage to always 'do the right thing.' The Bears that her father started meant the world to her and he would be proud of the way she continued the family business with such dedication and passion. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the McCaskey and Halas families and Bears fans around the world." BearsHQ extends our deepest condolences to the McCaskey family and the entire Bears community during this difficult time. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story. Today we Mourn the loss of Virginia McCaskey. As one former #Bears staffer just texted following the news of Virginia Halas McCaskey's death, "Glad they beat the Packers for her last game. Divine." Condolences to the McCaskey family & the entire Chicago Bears organization. Virginia McCaskey was much more than just George Halas’ daughter. She impacted so many. The Bears announced that principal owner Virginia Halas McCaskey has passed away at the age of 102. pic.twitter.com/IPgFEWYmHy The Chicago Bears have announced that Virginia McCaskey has passed away.
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She lived to see 102 remarkable years.
Thru all the ups and downs of the Bears Franchise, she was one shining constant, for over a Century.
Thank You Virginia.
You are forever & always will be #ChicagoHistory. pic.twitter.com/ZH6s06b7zp
RIP.
The second owner in the franchises history and owner of the team since 1983.
Best wishes to the McCaskey family. pic.twitter.com/wZdqAzJaHb
