J. Erik Jonsson
J. Erik Jonsson | |
|---|---|
| 49th Mayor of Dallas | |
| In office 1964–1971 | |
| Preceded by | Earle Cabell |
| Succeeded by | Wes Wise |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Erik Jonsson 6 September 1901 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
| Died | 31 August 1995 (aged 93) Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
| Spouse | Margaret |
| Children | 3 |
| Education | BSME Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1922 |
| Known for | Co-founder of Texas Instruments |
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.