Colts reveal memorial details to honor owner Jim Irsay

A private memorial service for late Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay will be held on Monday, June 2 at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Indianapolis, the team announced Wednesday.

The service will be closed to the public, with a public tribute to be announced at a later date.In lieu of flowers, the Irsay family has requested donations to Kicking the Stigma, the mental health initiative founded by Irsay. The Colts have been planning multiple tributes to honor his legacy throughout the week following his passing.Jim Irsay died peacefully in his sleep on May 21 at the age of 65, the team confirmed. He is survived by his daughters, Carlie Irsay-Gordon, Casey Foyt, and Kalen Jackson.Irsay was a central figure in Colts history, having served as the team’s principal owner since 1997 and playing a major role in the franchise’s move to Indianapolis. He originally became the youngest general manager in NFL history in 1984 at just 25 years old.Under Irsay’s ownership, the Colts reached the playoffs 16 times, won two AFC championships, and captured a Super Bowl title during the 2006 season. He was also known for his philanthropy, personal generosity, and outspoken support for mental health awareness.

Following Irsay’s death, tributes poured in from across the NFL community, including heartfelt messages from former Colts quarterback Peyton Manning, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, and many others."Jim's dedication and passion for the Indianapolis Colts in addition to his generosity, commitment to the community, and most importantly, his love for his family were unsurpassed," the Colts said in a statement last week.To honor Irsay throughout the 2025 NFL season, the Colts will wear a commemorative patch on their jerseys. The design features a black circle bearing Irsay’s initials in bold white, overlaid by his signature and the trademark smiley face he often included in autographs.The team also released a tribute video and published a detailed story about Irsay’s contributions to the franchise and community on its official channels after Memorial Day weekend.Further information about the upcoming public tribute is expected to be released by the Colts in the coming weeks.