About Arthur Wirtz
Lived 1901 – 1983 (aged 82). Arthur Wirtz was an American athlete.
Arthur Michael Wirtz (January 23, 1901 – July 21, 1983) was an American entrepreneur. He was the founder of Wirtz Corporation, a holding company that owned Chicago Stadium, the Bismarck Hotel in Chicago, the Chicago Black Hawks, and the Chicago Bulls. He was the father of the late Blackhawks owner Bill Wirtz, as well as the grandfather of the late Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz, who died on July 25, 2023.
Early life and education Wirtz was born on January 23, 1901, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Leona and Fredrick Wirtz. His father was a police officer. Chicagoan of the Year, 1977 Lester Patrick Trophy, 1985
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Who was Arthur Wirtz?
American sports businessman (1901-1983)
When was Arthur Wirtz born?
Arthur Wirtz was born on 23 January 1901 in Chicago.
When did Arthur Wirtz die?
Arthur Wirtz died on 21 July 1983 in Chicago.
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Arthur Wirtz was an athlete.
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Arthur Wirtz was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Arthur Wirtz. https://biography.guide/arthur-wirtz/
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