Obie Walker Death
Obie passed away on May 4, 1989 at the age of 77.
Obie Walker death quick facts:
When did Obie Walker die?
May 4, 1989How old was Obie Walker when died?
77
Obie Walker Birthday and Date of Death
Obie Walker was born on September 19, 1911 and died on May 4, 1989. Obie was 77 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: September 19, 1911
Date of Death: May 4, 1989
Age at Death: 77
Obie Walker - Biography
Obie Walker (September 19, 1911 - May 4, 1989), born Obie Dia Walker in Cochran, Georgia, was a professional boxer. Walker was the penultimate World Colored Heavyweight Champion from 9 October 1933, when he out-decisioned title holder George Godfrey in a 10-round fight at the Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to 20 July 1935, when he lost the title on a decision in a 15-round bout to former colored heavyweight champ Larry Gains on 20 July 1935 in Tigers Rugby Stadium, Leicester, England.
