Jim Murray, the former general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles and a long-time philanthropist in the area, died on Monday at age 87.

A proud Philadelphia native, Murray also helped found the Ronald McDonald House. “His passion for the city and passion for the Eagles just bubbled over,” Dick Vermeil said.

Former Eagles G.M. Jim Murray has passed at 87, via NBC Sports Philadelphia. He joined the team as a P.R. rep in 1969. In 1972, he became the General Manager. Locals didn't like the move.“My appointment not only was second-guessed,