Millie Deegan

1919–2002 (age 83)

baseball player

Biography

Millie Deegan, born in 1919, charted a path for women in sports, playing professional baseball with the dedication of a true competitor. She brought energy, focus, and pride to every game, showing young athletes what it means to pursue a dream.

She is commemorated at Curlew Hills Memory Gardens, where her legacy inspires those who follow in her footsteps on and off the diamond.

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