Joe Robbie
1916–1990 (age 74)
Sports team owner
Biography
Joe Robbie’s entrepreneurial vision transformed professional sports, most notably through his ownership of the Miami Dolphins and his role in creating a state-of-the-art stadium that reflected the pride of his city. He balanced business acumen with a warm leadership style that encouraged teamwork both on the field and within the broader community.
Though he rests at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Cemetery, the vitality he infused into sportsmanship and philanthropy continues to ripple through fans and civic institutions that still benefit from his foresight.