Ralph Wilson Jr.: Founding Owner of the Buffalo Bills Dies at 95

Ralph Wilson Jr. was an American businessman and sports team owner. Born on October 17, 1918, in Columbus, Ohio, he served in the Navy in World War II.

He founded the Buffalo Bills and was one of the founders of the American Football League in 1959. He remained the owner for 55 years as the Bills won AFL titles in 1964 and 1965. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009.

He lent the Oakland Raiders $400,000 at a crucial time. Wilson died at his home in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, on March 25, 2014, at age 95.

Achievements: Pro Football Hall of Fame (2009), two AFL titles.

Birth: October 17, 1918 - Columbus, Ohio.

Profession: Team owner.

Interesting Facts: His foundation donated $1.2 billion after the Bills' sale.