Chicago Bears, Virginia McCaskey

What will Virginia McCaskey's death mean for Bears' never-ending stadium quest?
Even if some heirs want to cash out, experts say it's unlikely to impact the borrowing capacity the McCaskey family needs to bankroll a new stadium. That's because NFL rules now allow teams to sell up to 10% to private equity investors.
Paying their respects: Bears matriarch Virginia Halas McCaskey laid to rest
The Chicago Bears laid their matriarch to rest on a snowy Wednesday morning in the northwest suburbs. Hundreds of friends and family, including fellow NFL owners and many former Bears players,
Sports figures, Bears past and present attend Virginia McCaskey's funeral in Chicago suburb
Chicago Bears greats from past and present attended the funeral service Wednesday for longtime owner Virginia McCaskey. NBC Chicago’s Kate Chappell reports. Longtime Bears matriarch, Virginia McCaskey, was laid to rest Wednesday. Her funeral was held at St. Emily Catholic Church in Mount Prospect, followed by a private entombment.
Bears, NFL bid farewell to matriarch Virginia McCaskey at funeral Mass
The Chargers’ Dean Spanos, the Giants’ John Mara, the Chiefs’ Clark Hunt, the Bengals’ Mike Brown and the Cardinals’ Michael Bidwill were among the NFL owners who made the trip to Mount Prospect. Packers president Mark Murphy drove in. Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts was there, too, as was Cook County Board president Toni Preckwinkle.
Bears greats turn out to pay final respects to Virginia McCaskey as she is laid to rest
MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. (CBS) -- Longtime Chicago Bears matriarch Virginia Halas McCaskey was laid to rest this morning. Mrs. McCaskey died Thursday, Feb. 6, at the age of 102.
Bears Owner Virginia McCaskey Dies at 102
Chicago Bears principal owner Virginia McCaskey has passed away at the age of 102, following decades of behind-the-scenes leadership for the NFL franchise. #Bears principal owner Virginia McCaskey has passed away at the age of 102. RIP. pic.twitter.com/Bs0E95n8QF
What Virginia McCaskey's death means for Bears' future
With the passing of Chicago Bears owner Virginia Halas McCaskey on Thursday, an era has closed for the Bears and the National Football League. As the daughter of George Halas, McCaskey was one of the few threads still connecting the NFL's past to its present.
Roger Goodell, Bears greats turn out to pay last respects to Virginia McCaskey
McCaskey died Thursday, Feb. 6, at the age of 102. She was laid to rest Wednesday.
Funeral to be held Wednesday for Bears owner Virginia McCaskey
The Chicago Bears have begun to say their final goodbyes Tuesday to longtime team owner Virginia Halas McCaskey, who died last Thursday at 102.
Chicago Bears mourn Virginia McCaskey today at private service
The Chicago Bears lost their Matriarch, Virginia McCaskey last week. Wednesday morning the Bears family came together to mourn her passing. Private services were held this morning at Emily Catholic Church in Mount Prospect.
Family, friends, football legends gather for Chicago Bears owner Virginia Halas McCaskey funeral
MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. (WLS) -- Wednesday was the funeral for Bears principal owner Virginia Halas McCaskey. Family, friends ...
Outpouring of respect for Chicago’s Virginia McCaskey shows how many lives she touched
McCaskey's mourners ranged from Bears legends to working people, billionaires to fans in Bears jerseys and Starter jackets.
Photos: Remembering Virginia McCaskey, the Chicago Bears owner and daughter of team founder George Halas
Virginia McCaskey, the Chicago Bears owner and daughter of team founder George Halas, died on Feb. 6, 2025, at the age of 102.
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Dan McGrath: Virginia McCaskey was a mom-and-pop sports owner — for better and for worse
The McCaskey family’s statement on matriarch Virginia’s passing said she “based every business decision on what was best for ...
Super Bowl 2025 one-minute silence: Who was Virginia Halas McCaskey?
At Super Bowl 2025, a one-minute silence was held in memory of Virginia Halas McCaskey. Find out who she was in this article.