Bill Wirtz
American businessman (1929ā2007) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For other people named William Wirtz, see William Wirtz (disambiguation).
Not to be confused with Bill Wurtz or Bill Wertz.
William Wadsworth Wirtz (October 5, 1929 ā September 26, 2007) was the chief executive officer and controlling shareholder of the family-owned Wirtz Corporation. He was best known as the owner of the Chicago Blackhawks of the National Hockey League, who are part of Wirtz Corp's holdings. Wirtz also served as the Blackhawks' team president for over four decades.[1]
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Bill Wirtz | |
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Born | (1929-10-05)October 5, 1929 |
Died | September 26, 2007(2007-09-26) (aged 77) |
Nationality | American |
Occupation(s) | Business Executive Owner of Chicago Blackhawks and Wirtz Corporation |
Children | Rocky Wirtz |
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