), Info on the next SITCOM ROOM seminar & writing tweets, What Hollywood did on its summer vacation. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Oops, something didn't work. Bay City Bombers of rival Roller Derby league. Jack Walker His collection of Roller Derby memorabilia is the largest in the world. Shirley J. Roller, age 97, of Manchester, MI, passed away on August 29, 2022. Carol Ann Caldwell I liked those games but I'll always be a T-Bird fan. In 2005, Robert Sedillo leased the rights to use the T-Bird name. Hall of Fame 1953, Russ MassroJuly 6, 2006 Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party, Fill a Christmas Hamper with Holiday Cakes, Over 1000 Rare Postcards Including Santas, Art Nouveau, Copyright 1996-2016, Victoriana Magazine. Obituaries & obituary notices in Derby. Real. However, as there was only one timekeeper, the time was not ratified. View of skater Ann Calvello, Duluth, MN Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images . [3], When the International Roller Derby League, by then run by Leo Seltzer's son, Jerry, closed in 1973, the Hall of Fame also closed. Roller derby history by former skaters. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Silver Rich - Hall of Fame 2014 SuziQ- Adaline Hocker was my oldest cousin. Hello.My name is Kelly Hardman I am the niece of the great, late Shirley Hardman.I have been writing a little memoire about her life which of course was mostly about skatingshe was definitely a character and I am hoping someday that a movie be made based on her life that represents the real roller derby. Delores Roberson Pat Murray Ronnie RAINS + Shirley HARDMAN! The red, white and blue T-Bird uniform and the stars that wore it are etched in the mind of Los Angeles sports fans forever. Peggy O'Neal - Hall of Fame 1953 Try one of these old-fashioned lemonade recipes from an 1862 bartenders guide. View Shirley Hardman results including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. Darryle Davis (2014) Aubrey Willis Try again later. Up for auction is an original Roller Games Gazette dated June 1973. Sip one of historys classic Southern refreshments. The show began broadcasting in January 2006 but was not picked up for a second season due to unsatisfactory ratings. Shirley Ngarita Peterson (ne Hardman; 24 July 1928 - 19 July 2019) was a New Zealand track and field athlete.She represented her country at the 1950 British Empire Games, winning a silver medal in the women's 440 yards relay.From 1980, she became active in masters athletics, setting world records in various events and age-group categories, and winning multiple world masters athletics . Bobby Campbell I remember Shirley. Joe Evans I think back and realize how lucky I was to grow up during that period. I'm surprised that more skaters didn't get injured by going down and hitting one of the railing uprights. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Julie Cain (2013) Gale Bowers (2013) The two teams were made up of mostly very old skaters and a few rookies. FROM DOWN HERE,TOWARD HEAVEN CANOGA PARK, Calif., Aug. 2 (UPI)Shirley Hardman, 34 years old, manager of the Los Angeles Thunderbirds roller derby team and a skating star with the team for 13 years, drowned in her swimming pool yesterday. Superstars Danny Reilly, Ralphie Valladares, and Ronnie Rains stayed in the mix and provided the team with marquee star power carried over from the 60s. Connie Bernal Definitely worth the price of admission. Witnessing an event at the Olympic in the 1960s was unlike any other sports experience. Currently, another comeback attempt is underway, headed by Garcia. My favorite :Roller-derby girl was Terry Lynch. Charlie "Spec" Saunders- Hall of Fame 1959 Lowell Shephard Gloria Seltzer Gurian National Skating Derby, Inc. was founded in 1960 by former Roller Derby skater Herb Roberts along with its flagship team, the Los Angeles Thunderbirds (often referred to as The L.A. T-Birds). This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. [10] In the 660 yards relay, the New Zealand women were leading going into the final baton change to Hardman. Bob Joseph (2015) They lived up on a high hill in Tijuana, Mexico and easily received KTLA reception at night. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? She skated for the T-Birds. Very entertaining. Earlene was #747. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. John Johnson [2] In 1944 she was successful at the South Island schools athletics championships. Gene Vizena - Hall of Fame 2005 . As an aside, you just have to know that the "Destroyer" would correct you and note that he was "The Incredible Sensational Destroyer! Roberto "El Fabuloso" Juarez Bob Sumsky (March 28, 2017) Victoriana divides the 19th century into categories such as Victorian Weddings, Victorian Clothing, Victorian dcor, Victorian Architecture, Victorian Houses, plus more; everything needed for Victorian era lifestyle, decorating and restoration. One game was skated in 1985 with the T-Bird girls team skating against an up & coming new all-girls Roller Derby team loaded with young, well-trained skaters. Jim Ciota Isabelle was killed Saturday while she and her friends were on their way to a roller derby event in the San Fernando Valley. Johnny Rosasco and Josephine "Ma" Bogash were the first two skaters to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Tommy Letts You watched it to watch women beat the shit out of each other on skates. Learn more about merges. Taft Waters The Kruse twins, Carolyn & Carol, spend time with the team in the late 60s and early 70s. Vintage Collectibles Software allows collectors to keep a visual record of the appearance and condition of each of their collectibles items. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Prior to that, she was a World Class athlete who specialized in shot put & discus throwing. The police said she had been floating on a raft in the pool during a party. Jim Cook Tribute courtesy of Phil Berrier, Roller Derby Forum. Tony Smith (September 2016) Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Some skaters bowed out and into retirement, while others pushed on. But naturally Hardman and Rocko became imperious and obnoxious, so when they demanded water, Sowinski and Thompson emptied buckets of water on their heads. I eventually got put on his team - the new LA Braves. "Specs" Saunders I believe was the one wearing glasses. Duluth Mn. Jeanette Costa (2016) You can always change this later in your Account settings. Bernie was an active skater as late as 2007! There is a problem with your email/password. the roller derby queen who died a few years ago. I am compelled to let you all know that the company I work for is actually bringing out a Roller Derby DVD that includes two documentaries and original game footage, you can find details here: http://www.videoservicecorp.com/Documentary/The-Roller-Derby-Chronicles/, Ken always makes us Valley kids who grew up in the 60's and 70's nostalgic. [7], At the 1950 British Empire Games, Hardman competed in the 100 yards sprint, the 440 yards relay, and the 660 yards relay. Carl Payne . If you happened to watch Saturday Night Live last week on NBC, you saw the celebrity host, Mr.Charles Barkley, being his usual outrageous self, donning a wig, sitting behind a piano, and doing a hi Lou Guzman The skating on both mens and womens teams was fierce and fans were treated to Roller Games at its best. George Vogt Lou Donovan NSD was acquired by Bill Griffiths and Jerry Hill in late 1961. Gwens skating talent and agility along with her longtime loyalty to the T-Birds endeared her to the fans. I think I saw them skate there once and I want to say I saw them at Anaheim, Convention Center once.John Hall, chocolate pie, white suit'nuff said. Al Alison Many of todays young participants only exposure to Roller Derby was T-Birds action from the 1980s on the ESPN run in 86 or the TNT figure eight spectacle of 1989 and 1990. She crossed the finish line in second place, but the New Zealand quartet was disqualified. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Roller Derby/Games from my perspective. Gallery. Dorothy "Johnnie" Kobusch Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. It was broadcast for one season (19891990) before its distributor, Quintex Media, went bankrupt. The men didn't do a thing for me - they were actually playing to win. See the article in its original context from. @TB - the phone number: Why it was Richmond 9-5171, of course. Hall of Fame 2006, Bill MorrisseySeptember 14, 1996 Mary "Millie" Cooper she had a little white convertable sportscar i got to ride in..I thought she was so cool. He could do love songs, he could do humorous songs, and in RDQ he simply combined the two perfectly.Jim CroceThe Offical Site, I'm a regular lurker at this blog and very much enjoy it. Gonna feature Judy Sowinski(T bird era).and Judy Arnold (Warriors era)Thanks for posts (old and new) everyone. Roller Derby Shirley Hardman Signed Vintage Original Gazette Scorecard & more . Edith Branum Shirley Hardman's skating career pretty much ended following an injury suffered in the series. Abel Gonzalez . I always looked up to her as a child. Betty McTague I'm studying that era in roller derby so that I can get ideas for my (huge) painting. Women's Uniforms. A NEW STAIRCASE BEGAN, "Toughie" BrasuhnAugust 7, 1971 Phil Kadubec Eye-Catching Tubs for a Vintage Bath (Slideshow). Search above to list available cemeteries. George "Run Run" Jones December 16, 2006. Joe Nygra - Hall of Fame 2005 Hall of Fame 2010, Dave PoundMay 5, 2000 We thought it was the funniest thing we'd ever seen. Libby Hoover [2], Returning to athletics when she was 52 years old, Peterson went on to compete in a range of track and field events, breaking numerous world masters athletics records. One comment I have about the new "roller derby" all girls leagues sprouting up all over the country. [3], In the late 1990, Roller Derby fan Gary Powers built up a collection of memorabilia, principally through buying and selling on eBay, but also with donated memorabilia from former skaters. Margaret Brady (2016) The excitement people get from these new gals is that they dress so trashy and show a lot of skin. Sherry Jackson In the late 1990, Roller Derby fan Gary Powers built up a collection of memorabilia, principally through buying and selling on eBay, but also with donated memorabilia from former skaters. With great sadness, the National Roller Derby Hall of Fame announces the sudden death of legendary star, CHARLIE O'CONNELL. Oops, we were unable to send the email. As the cold winter months shroud us, a fleeting image of velvety green lawns and colorful flower beds begin to enter the mind. My grandmother loved Dick Lane! Maureen Hargreaves. Ken Monte - Hall of Fame 1960 Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Pete Madden Born in New York City on May 7, 1935, O'Connell first discovered the sport because his grandmother was a fan. Tommy Atkinson - Hall of Fame 1960 I can't remember what I ate for breakfast, but I can remember the nuimber of the Olympic's ticket office. But it hardly mattered. While. Ken Willis (and I loved big John). But I wasn't watching roller derby. I practiced every day after school to become part of the team! Russ Schalk We used to watch the Los Angeles Braves with Red Smart and Joyce Beasely, Punky Gardner, Specs Saunders, a very young Ralphie Valladares, Lou Sanchez, and Joan Weston, and the rest of them. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. Ed Dresser Oh, man! George "Little Georgie" Copeland, a legendary athlete who calls Long Beach home broke the color barrier as a professional "jammer" in the 50s for the L.A. Braves and the L.A. Thunderbirds. Johnny Casar Mickey Roberts And I remember a HUGE woman that wore uniform 747! Blanche Lopez In '49 or '50 there was a kinescoped wrestling show announced by Dick Lane, in which he also used the Whoa Nellie! Kitty Nehls - Hall of Fame 2006 based on information from your browser. Within just a few years, the T-Birds popularity rivaled that of the other major sports teams in Los Angeles; the Dodgers, Rams, and Lakers. WHO WENT BEFORE ME, SO WHEN YOU CRY TEARDROPS T-Birds fans were left with only hopes and prayers. This account has been disabled. It's called Derby Dolls. The Bombers defeated the T-Birds 81-79. Evangelina Horne Herb Roberts Roller Games (1961-1973) (under construction) Courtesy of several publications. She would yell at the red shirt skater that would beat up her LA Braves team. schtick. Hall of Fame 2004, Bernice Abar (March 30, 2017) I was a member of the Judy Sowinski/Liz Hernandez Fan Club when both women skated for the T-Birds. . Jerry Hill headed up the Philadelphia-based team, the Warriors, whose games were broadcast on WKBS Channel 48 with announcer Elmer Anderson, a Roller Derby hall of fame member. Sam Tiapula Those were great daysquite simple and uncomplicated compared to what our world has become. This was when the roller derby was, or appeared to be, a legitimate sport. I guess it had to do with which part of the country you were in. Mark D'Amato I believe it was during the time the 747 airplane came into existance. 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