About Patrick Sharkey
Lived 1931 – 2016 (aged 84–85). Patrick Sharkey was a boxer.
Pa Sharkey (1931 – 31 October 2016) was a member of the 1956 Irish Olympic boxing team, competing in the heavyweight division. He was eliminated in his 1st round fight - knock-out in the 3rd round - by the Swedish competitor Törner Åhsman.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Patrick Sharkey?
Irish boxer
When was Patrick Sharkey born?
Patrick Sharkey was born in 1931.
When did Patrick Sharkey die?
Patrick Sharkey died on 31 October 2016.
What was Patrick Sharkey's occupation?
Patrick Sharkey was a boxer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Patrick Sharkey (boxer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Patrick Sharkey. https://biography.guide/patrick-sharkey/
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