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John Erik Jonsson (6 September 1901 – 31 August 1995) was an American businessman who was co-founder and early president of Texas Instruments Incorporated. He became Mayor of Dallas, a major advocate of the creation of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, and a philanthropist in later years.
Dec 9, 2015 · Greatest Dallasites: J. Erik Jonsson (No. 76) Co-founder of Texas Instruments. When J. Erik Konsson, Brooklyn-born son of Swedish immigrants, moved here in 1934 from New Jersey to be a small...
J. Erik Jonsson, a pioneer of the semiconductor industry, visionary political leader of his home city of Dallas, and generous philanthropist, died at the age of 93 at his home on September 1, 1995.
Sep 6, 2017 · Today marks the 116th birthday of UT Dallas co-founder J. Erik Jonsson. Read about then-high schooler, now-finance professor Dr. David Cordell met Jonsson, who was mayor of Dallas at the time, in 1968.
Feb 4, 2014 · J. Erik Jonsson took over as Dallas' mayor at a turbulent time for the city. John F. Kennedy had just been assassinated on Elm Street, and residents and leaders were struggling to come to terms...
J. Erik Jonsson (1901-1995) was a man driven to change Dallas for the better. Throughout his career, he served as Chairman of Texas Instruments (1958-1966), was elected Dallas Mayor (1964-1971) and was prominent in civic affairs (Dallas Citizens Council and the United Way).
Apr 18, 2022 · Another pivotal figure was Texas Instruments co-founder J. Erik Jonsson, who served as mayor from 1964 to 1971. Jonsson proposed plans for a new civic center for Dallas, including a new...
