Buck O'Neil Death
Buck passed away on October 6, 2006 at the age of 94.
When did Buck O'Neil die?
October 6, 2006How old was Buck O'Neil when died?
94
Buck O'Neil Birthday and Date of Death
Buck O'Neil was born on November 13, 1911 and died on October 6, 2006. Buck was 94 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: November 13, 1911
Date of Death: October 6, 2006
Age at Death: 94
Buck O'Neil - Biography
John Jordan "Buck" O'Neil (November 13, 1911 – October 6, 2006) was a first baseman and manager in the Negro American League, mostly with the Kansas City Monarchs. After his playing days, he worked as a scout, and became the first African American coach in Major League Baseball. In his later years he became a popular and renowned speaker and interview subject, helping to renew widespread interest in the Negro leagues, and played a major role in establishing the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri.
