About George Heppell
Lived 1916 – 1993 (aged 76). George Heppell was a British association football player.
George Heppell (2 September 1916 – 20 July 1993) was an English football goalkeeper who made 203 league and cup appearances for Port Vale either side of World War II. His father-in-law, Albert Pearson, and great-grandson, Tom Conlon, both also played for Port Vale.
Career Heppell joined Port Vale from Wolverhampton Wanderers in May 1937. He made 25 Third Division North appearances in the 1937–38 season, as goalkeeping duties were split between himself and James Nicholls.
Personal life
His father-in-law was Albert Pearson, who played for Port Vale and Liverpool from 1914 to 1922. Heppell's great-grandson, Tom Conlon signed with Port Vale in 2018.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Heppell?
Footballer (1916-1993)
When was George Heppell born?
George Heppell was born on 2 September 1916 in Wingate.
When did George Heppell die?
George Heppell died on 20 July 1993 in Hartshill.
What was George Heppell's occupation?
George Heppell was an association football player.
What nationality was George Heppell?
George Heppell was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Heppell. https://biography.guide/george-heppell/
MLA: "George Heppell." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-heppell/.
Chicago: "George Heppell." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-heppell/.
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