About Delbert Lamb
Lived 1914 – 2010 (aged 95). Delbert Lamb was an American speed skater.
Delbert Thomas "Del" Lamb (October 22, 1914 – September 25, 2010) was an American speed skater. He competed in the 500 m event at the 1936 and 1948 Olympics and placed fifth-sixth. He won that event at the 1936 World Championships, placing second in 1950.
Lamb worked for the Milwaukee Fire Department, and lost his job when he left for the U.S. Olympics Trials and the 1948 Olympics amidst a big snowstorm in Milwaukee.
Lamb died aged 95 from the Alzheimer's disease at his home in Franklin, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. He was survived by his wife of 43 years Joanne, sons Pat and Thomas, daughter Susan and step-children Kathleen Ojedak and James Gray. His other daughter Judith died before him.
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Who was Delbert Lamb?
American speed skater (1914–2010)
When was Delbert Lamb born?
Delbert Lamb was born on 22 October 1914 in Milwaukee.
When did Delbert Lamb die?
Delbert Lamb died on 25 September 2010 in Franklin.
What was Delbert Lamb's occupation?
Delbert Lamb was a speed skater.
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Delbert Lamb was American.
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