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  1. William Clay Ford Sr. (March 14, 1925 – March 9, 2014) was an American businessman who was on the boards of Ford Motor Company and the Edison Institute. Ford owned the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL) from 1964 until his death.

  2. Mar 9, 2014 · DETROIT (Reuters) - Former Ford Motor Co executive William Clay Ford Sr., the last surviving grandchild of the automaker's founder, Henry Ford, and the longtime owner of the Detroit Lions...

  3. Mar 9, 2014 · The grandson of Henry Ford bought the Lions franchise in 1963 and led the team for 50 years. He was known for his passion, integrity and loyalty, but also faced many disappointments and struggles.

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  4. Mar 9, 2014 · William Clay Ford Sr., who helped steer Ford Motor Co. for more than five decades and owned the NFL's Detroit Lions, has died at the age of 88.

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  5. Mar 9, 2014 · The last surviving son of auto magnate Henry Ford passed away in 2014 after owning the Lions for more than 50 years. He never won an NFL championship and faced many challenges in managing the team, but was remembered for his passion and integrity.

  6. Mar 9, 2014 · DETROIT (AP) -- William Clay Ford, the last surviving grandchild of automotive pioneer Henry Ford and owner of the Detroit Lions, has died. He was 88. Ford Motor Co. said in a statement...

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  8. Mar 9, 2014 · The web page reports the death of William Clay Ford Sr., the longtime owner of the Detroit Lions and the last surviving grandchild of Henry Ford. It also covers his legacy, his family, and his involvement in the team's relocation and management.