Chargers owner Alex Spanos dies at 95
He was not on the list.
Longtime Chargers owner Alex Spanos died Tuesday morning,
the franchise announced. He was 95.
Spanos, the son of Greek immigrants, made his fortune as a
landlord and apartment builder, and purchased the San Diego Chargers in 1984.
He ran the club for two decades before passing along the day-to-day
responsibilities to his children.
“Aside from being a celebrated businessman and generous
philanthropist, Alex’s greatest joy and source of pride was his family,” the
Chargers said in a written statement. “His beloved wife Faye, his four
children, his 15 grandchildren and his 12 great-grandchildren always came
first.”
The fortune Alex Spanos amassed over six decades began with
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Spanos’ death will have no effect on the ownership of the
Chargers or what type of stake the family will have in the franchise moving
forward, according to multiple sources.
Spanos was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 70 years,
who died in August at age 92.
“It was Faye’s unconditional love and support that gave him
the strength and peace of mind to take risks and pursue his goals unfettered,”
the team said. “Together they contributed generously to worthy causes and
charities.”
The Chargers moved from San Diego to Los Angeles before the
2017 season.
“We have no words that can adequately express our sadness
with his passing,” the team said. “We will continue to honor his legacy by
dedicating ourselves to making a difference in the community and throughout our
country.”
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said of Spanos in a
statement: “He was a marvelous friend and partner, whose impact on the NFL will
never be forgotten. We all benefited from Alex’s compassion, character and zest
for football and life.”
Funeral arrangements are pending.
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