About Buck Gavin
Lived 1895 – 1981 (aged 85). Buck Gavin was an American american football player.
Patrick James "Buck" Gavin (June 8, 1891 – October 14, 1943) was an American professional football player who was a fullback for seven seasons for the Buffalo All-Americans, Detroit Tigers, Rock Island Independents, Green Bay Packers, and Hammond Pros.
After his retirement, he became a plumbing inspector in Chicago and made local headlines after a woman was found dead in his Chicago apartment in 1931. Although he was initially convicted of the crime, he was let go with no bail and never faced any formal charges. He later died of heart disease in 1943.
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Who was Buck Gavin?
American football player (1895-1981)
When was Buck Gavin born?
Buck Gavin was born on 22 June 1895 in Amenia.
When did Buck Gavin die?
Buck Gavin died on 12 April 1981 in Daytona Beach.
What was Buck Gavin's occupation?
Buck Gavin was an american football player.
What nationality was Buck Gavin?
Buck Gavin was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Buck Gavin. https://biography.guide/buck-gavin/
MLA: "Buck Gavin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/buck-gavin/.
Chicago: "Buck Gavin." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/buck-gavin/.
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