Arthur Joseph Rooney Sr., often referred to as "the Chief", was the founding owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers, an American football franchise in the National Football League, from 1933 until his death. Wikipedia
Born: January 27, 1901, Coulter, PA
Died: August 25, 1988 (age 87 years), Pittsburgh, PA
Grandchildren: Art Rooney II, Kathleen McNulty Rooney, Joan Rooney, and more
Children: Daniel M. Rooney, Art Rooney Jr., and Timothy James Rooney
Parents: Maggie Rooney and Dan Rooney
Spouse: Kathleen McNulty Rooney (m. 1931–1982)
Great grandchildren: Rooney Mara, Kate Mara, Daniel Mara, and more
People also ask
What percentage of the Steelers does Art Rooney own?
Did Art Rooney own the Eagles?
How is Kate Mara related to Art Rooney?
Why was Art Rooney called the chief?
Art Rooney Jr.: Biographical information on Pittsburgh Steelers legendary personnel director and team vice president, Art Rooney Jr.
Although it was his first venture into the NFL, Rooney was a well-known sportsman in the Pittsburgh area having previously successful run semi-pro clubs.