Richard Jacobs (businessman)

Richard E. Jacobs
Dick Jacobs during the construction of Jacobs Field.
Born
Richard E. Jacobs

June 16, 1925
DiedJune 5, 2009(2009-06-05) (aged 83)
NationalityAmerican
EducationB.A. Indiana University
Occupation(s)Businessman, Sports Entrepreneur, Sports Franchise Owner, Real Estate Developer
Known forCo-founder of Richard E. Jacobs Group, and Owner of Cleveland Indians from 1986 to 1999
SpouseHelen Jacobs (Chaney) (divorced 1983)
Children3
Parent(s)Vivan and Adeline Jacobs
FamilyDavid H. Jacobs (brother)
Jeff Jacobs (son)
AwardsTwo-time American League Champion 1995, 1997, Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame (class of 2009)

Richard E. "Dick" Jacobs (June 16, 1925 – June 5, 2009) was an American businessman and real estate developer who co-founded the Jacobs Entertainment, Inc., Richard E. Jacobs Group, and owner of the Cleveland Indians from 1986 to 1999.[1]