Lindsay joined the club in 1980, leading them through a period of transformation which included winning eight consecutive Challenge Cups.
He was respected throughout the world of Rugby League and will be forever remembered as a visionary, proposing the Super League, which changed the face of Rugby League forever.
He also served on the board of Wigan Athletic under Dave Whelan and was Chairman of Preston North End for a short period of time.
Here are some of the highlights from his time as Wigan chairman:
He also served on the board of Wigan Athletic under Dave Whelan and was Chairman of Preston North End for a short period of time.
. IAN LENAGAN WIGAN WARRIORS TAKEOVER. An emotional Maurice Lindsay bows out as Wigan Warriors chairman as new owner Ian Lenagan takes over. Picture by Nick Fairhurst.
Maurice Lindsay has died at the age of 81 Photo: Nick Fairhurst
5. A new home for Wigan
Maurice Lindsay returned to Wigan in 1999, the same year the club moved to the DW Stadium. Photo: Simon Wilkinson
6. challenge cup WIGAN HOMECOMING. Chairman Maurice Lindsay and players with the cup on the bus. Picture Frank Orrell.
Maurice Lindsay and players on the bus after winning the Challenge Cup in 2002. Photo: FRANK ORRELL
7. Wigan legend
Maurice Lindsay remained with the club until 2007, when he resigned from his role as chairman. Photo: Gary Brunskill