Mack Tharpe
1903–1945 (age 42)
Biography
Born in 1903, Mack Tharpe first distinguished himself through athletics and studies, inspiring teammates with quiet determination and encouraging younger players to find their confidence.
When the nation called, he answered with the same sense of duty that had marked his life on the field, serving with distinction before his life was cut short during the Second World War; his sacrifice is recalled by loved ones at Westview Cemetery.