James “Buster” Corley, one of the founders of the Dave & Buster’s entertainment chain, which offers a small dose of Las Vegas by combining a restaurant with an extensive video arcade, died on Monday in Dallas. He was 72.
His death was confirmed by the company.
The police said that they responded to a report of a shooting at a home in the 6600 block of Yosemite Lane, and that the man who was shot died at a hospital after suffering “an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.” The police did not identify the man, but Mr. Corley lived at an address on the block.
In a statement to the Dallas television station WFAA, Mr. Corley’s daughter Kate confirmed the death and said he had suffered a stroke four months ago “that caused severe damage to the communication and personality part of his brain.”
A company spokesman said that Mr. Corley had not been involved in company management at his death.
Dave & Buster’s, which now has more than 150 locations in North America, found success by combining several beloved activities under one roof: Watch some sports, eat a burger, play a game. And unlike Chuck E. Cheese, the longtime birthday destination for children, Dave & Buster’s would prove its appeal to adults who also cherish arcade games, air hockey and racing simulators. The restaurant invites visitors to compete against friends, or to win tickets that can be exchanged for prizes while navigating through rows of bright, colorful lights.
James ‘Buster’ Corley, Co-Founder of Dave & Buster’s, Dies at 72
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