About Murray Dowey
Lived 1926 – 2021 (aged 95). Murray Dowey was a Canadian ice hockey player.
Murray Albert Dowey (January 3, 1926 – May 26, 2021), was a Canadian ice hockey goaltender. Nicknamed "Fast Hands", he was a member of the Ottawa RCAF Flyers, which won the gold medal in ice hockey representing Canada at the 1948 Winter Olympics in St. Moritz.
Early life Dowey was born in eastern Toronto. His father, Albert, was Irish Canadian; his mother, Winifred, was of English descent. Dowey served in the Canadian Army for two years, and played for Barkers Hockey Club of the Toronto Mercantile League. He was later presented with the opportunity to be the practice goaltender for the Toronto Maple Leafs, He was selected as one of the torchbearers for the Toronto stretch of the 2010 Winter Olympics torch relay in December 2009.
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Who was Murray Dowey?
Canadian ice hockey player (1926–2021)
When was Murray Dowey born?
Murray Dowey was born on 3 January 1926 in Toronto.
When did Murray Dowey die?
Murray Dowey died on 26 May 2021 in Toronto.
What was Murray Dowey's occupation?
Murray Dowey was an ice hockey player.
What nationality was Murray Dowey?
Murray Dowey was Canadian.
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