J.R. Simplot: His legacy, his life, his story

J.R. Simplot's cowboy hat -- Idaho's most famous hat -- is back where it belongs

J.R. Simplot's cowboy hat, missing for nine months after being stolen during his June memorial service, was returned to the Simplot family Wednesday. | GO... • Read about J.R. Simplot’s life, legacy and story • Photo Gallery: The Life of J.R. Simplot

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J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

Family confirms Simplot's hat is missing after service

The Sunday afternoon memorial service at Qwest Arena paid tribute to J.R. Simplot and started its own mini-mystery - the disappearance of the spud magnate's signature hat.
J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

J.R. Simplot: To thousands of Idahoans, he was Mr. Spud. To a few others, he was Granddad.

In an exclusive interview, John Edward "Ted" Simplot talks about his grandfather, the late J.R. Simplot, and what like was like growing up around him. | GO... • Read about the life of J.R. Simplot • Photo Gallery: The Life of J.R. Simplot
BRIAN MURPHY

Murphy: Simplot's impact on Treasure Valley sports is immeasurable

If you're a sports fan or enthusiast in the Treasure Valley, you likely have J.R. Simplot to thank for something. | GO... • Read about the life of J.R. Simplot • Photo Gallery: The Life of J.R. Simplot
J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

Don't look for big changes at Simplot Co.

The death of J.R. Simplot won't change the company that bears his name, said Scott Simplot, the founder's son and the company chairman. | GO... • Read about the life of J.R. Simplot • Photo Gallery: The Life of J.R. Simplot • 8 p.m. -- Simplot family, city...
J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

J.R. Simplot 1909-2008: 'He did more to build Idaho than any other one person'

J.R. Simplot never attended high school, but his business smarts made him an Idaho legend and billionaire several times over. Idaho’s richest citizen, died Sunday at his home. He was 99. | GO... • Memorial service set
J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

Reactions to J.R. Simplot's death

Simplot: 'A visionary who proved you could start out with nothing and make something of yourself'
DAN POPKEY

Popkey: J.R. Simplot didn't play favorites

J.R. Simplot always saw government as just another cog in his machine.
J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

Simplot gave away millions, frugal about spending money on himself

The man with more money than anyone else in Idaho gave away millions and was frugal about spending money on himself. The best thing in life, he once said, “is to be happy day to day. That’s more important than money.”
J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

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Author of “A Billion the Hard Way,” Simplot biographer Dr. Louie Atteberry said Simplot must have been one of the few billionaires who knew hard, physical labor.
J.R. SIMPLOT: HIS LEGACY, HIS LIFE, HIS STORY

J.R. Simplot: What do you buy a billionaire for Christmas?

Debbie McDonald treasures her memories of family get-togethers at her grandfather's home and spending time with him on outings.