The daughter of Bears founder George Halas, McCaskey watched the NFL go from a struggling start-up to the most powerful league in America.

Virginia Halas McCaskey, the daughter of George Halas and matriarch of the Chicago Bears, has died, the team announced Thursday. She was 102 years old.

Virginia Halas McCaskey was thrust into role as principal owner of the Chicago Bears after the deaths of her brother and father.

CHICAGO — Virginia Halas McCaskey, principal owner of the Chicago Bears, died on Feb. 6, 2025. She was 102 years old. Here are eight things to know about her.

Members of the NFL community gathered to say a final goodbye to longtime Chicago Bears matriarch Virginia Halas McCaskey, who died last week at 102 years old.