About Don Oakes
Lived 1928 – 1977 (aged 48). Don Oakes was a British association football player.
Donald Joseph Oakes (8 October 1928 – 13 June 1977) was an English professional footballer who played as a left half.
Early and personal life Oakes was born in Rhyl, Wales. His father Alfred was also a professional footballer. before turning professional seven months later.
He made 11 appearances in the Football League, scoring once, and scored eight goals in 158 Football Combination appearances.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Don Oakes?
English footballer (1928-1977)
When was Don Oakes born?
Don Oakes was born on 8 October 1928 in Rhyl.
When did Don Oakes die?
Don Oakes died on 13 June 1977 in Islington.
What was Don Oakes's occupation?
Don Oakes was an association football player.
What nationality was Don Oakes?
Don Oakes was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Don Oakes (footballer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Don Oakes. https://biography.guide/don-oakes-association-football-player/
MLA: "Don Oakes." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/don-oakes-association-football-player/.
Chicago: "Don Oakes." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/don-oakes-association-football-player/.
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