Dick Jorgensen | |
|---|---|
| Born | Richard M. Jorgensen April 12, 1934 Neenah, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Died | October 10, 1990 (aged 56) Urbana, Illinois, U.S. |
| Resting place | Bailey Memorial Cemetery, Tolono, Illinois |
| Alma mater | University of Wisconsin, 1956 Neenah High School, 1952 |
| Occupation(s) | Bank president, NFL referee |
| Known for | NFL referee, civic leader |
| Board member of | United Way, chamber of commerce, country club |
| Spouse | Adlon Dohme Jorgensen (m.1959–1990, his death)[1] |
| Children | 3 daughters |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service |  U.S. Navy |
| Years of service | 1956–1958 |
| Battles / wars | Cold War |
Richard M. Jorgensen (April 12, 1934 – October 10, 1990) was an American football official in the National Football League (NFL) for 22 years, through the 1989 season, the last 19 years as a referee.[2]
Jorgensen's officiating career was highlighted by being selected to referee Super Bowl XXIV in January 1990. He was an alternate official for Super Bowl VIII in 1974 and Super Bowl XV in 1981.
- ^ "Richard Jorgensen, Adlon Dohme to wed". Appleton Post-Crescent. Wisconsin. April 4, 1959. p. 17.
- ^ "NFL referee Jorgensen was quietly impressive". Milwaukee Journal. October 11, 1990. p. C2.