Sam Jethroe Death
Samuel passed away on June 16, 2001 at the age of 84 in Erie, PA.
Sam Jethroe death quick facts:
When did Sam Jethroe die?
June 16, 2001How old was Sam Jethroe when died?
84Where did Sam Jethroe die? What was the location of death?
Erie, PA
Sam Jethroe Birthday and Date of Death
Sam Jethroe was born on January 23, 1917 and died on June 16, 2001. Samuel was 84 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: January 23, 1917
Date of Death: June 16, 2001
Age at Death: 84
Sam Jethroe - Biography
Samuel Jethroe, nicknamed "The Jet" (January 20, 1918 – June 18, 2001), was an American center fielder in Negro league and Major League Baseball. With the Cincinnati & Cleveland Buckeyes he won a pair of batting titles, hit .340 over seven seasons from 1942 to 1948, and helped the team to two pennants and the 1945 Negro World Series title. He was named the National League's Rookie of the Year in 1950 with the Boston Braves, and led the NL in stolen bases in his first two seasons.
