Umpire

Emmett Ashford – Cause of Death, Age, Date, and Facts

The umpire Emmett Ashford passed away at age 65, this age of death has to be considered respectable. What was the cause of death? Below is all you want to know regarding the death of Emmett Ashford and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

First African-American umpire in Major League Baseball.

He sold magazines and worked as a cashier to get by in his youth.

He liked to wear flashy jewelry and fine clothes when off the baseball field, which many thought was inappropriate for an umpire.

Got married to his sweetheart, Virginia.

He was inspired to become the first black umpire by a radio announcement that Jackie Robinson had become the first black pro baseball player.

How did Emmett Ashford die?

Information about the death of Emmett Ashford
Cause of deathN/A
Age of death65 years
ProfessionUmpire
BirthdayN/A
Death dateMarch 1, 1980
Place of deathMarina del Rey, California, United States
Place of burialN/A