Jack Donovan
March 2026
About Jack Donovan
Lived 1928 – 2004 (aged 76). Jack Donovan was an American wrestler.
Personal life He was married to a woman wrestler, Verne Bottoms (which ended in 1973). During his retirement, he ran a painting company with his second wife Shirley, and served as music director at various churches. He was honored by his peers at the Cauliflower Alley Club reunion in April 1999 in Newton, Iowa.
Death On November 27, 2004, Dunnavant was instantly killed in a construction accident which saw him fall off a ladder. He was 76 years old.
Championships and accomplishments Gulf Coast Championship Wrestling NWA Southern Tag Team Championship (Gulf Coast Version) (1 time) – with Jackie Fargo (1) NWA Tri-State NWA Tri-State Tag Team Championship (2 times) - with Ron Reed
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Who was Jack Donovan?
March 2026
When was Jack Donovan born?
Jack Donovan was born on 24 November 1928.
When did Jack Donovan die?
Jack Donovan died on 27 November 2004.
What was Jack Donovan's occupation?
Jack Donovan was a wrestler.
What nationality was Jack Donovan?
Jack Donovan was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jack Donovan (wrestler)
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