Tim Mara

1887–1959 (age 72)

sports entrepreneur

Biography

Tim Mara channeled his entrepreneurial spirit into the founding of the New York Giants, a franchise that would become a cornerstone of professional football. His vision for the sport and commitment to his team helped shape an enduring tradition of excellence on and off the field.

He is honored at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, where admirers pay their respects to the sportsman whose foresight gave fans generations of memorable moments.

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