Ben "Sport" Donnelly

Biography

Ben “Sport” Donnelly earned a reputation as a colorful sports and gambling figure at a time when professional athletics were finding their footing. Known for his competitive spirit, he played a role in the early development of organized sporting contests while drawing both admiration and curiosity for his bold personality.

In his later days, Donnelly remained connected to the communities that celebrated athleticism and the thrill of competition, and he is remembered with respect at Oak Woods Cemetery.