About Gerald Kilmartin
Lived 1927 – 1970 (aged 42). Gerald Kilmartin was an American ice hockey player.
Gerald Walsh "Gerry" Kilmartin (July 7, 1927 – June 16, 1970 ) was an American ice hockey player. He won a silver medal at the 1952 Winter Olympics.
Kilmartin was born in Providence, Rhode Island. Kilmartin attended Bryant College (now Bryant University) where he played on the hockey team. He never played professionally but instead was with several amateur clubs in the Boston area. In addition to playing at the 1952 Olympics he was on the U.S. National team which competed at the 1947 and 1949 World Championships. He later became a salesman which led to the establishment of his own company, International Packaging, in Providence. In 1970, he was assaulted at a marina in Newport. Two days later, Kilmartin died of the injuries sustained in the attack.
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Who was Gerald Kilmartin?
ice hockey player (1927–1970)
When was Gerald Kilmartin born?
Gerald Kilmartin was born on 7 July 1927 in Providence.
When did Gerald Kilmartin die?
Gerald Kilmartin died on 16 June 1970 in Providence.
What was Gerald Kilmartin's occupation?
Gerald Kilmartin was an ice hockey player.
What nationality was Gerald Kilmartin?
Gerald Kilmartin was American.
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