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Ozzie Virgil Sr.
1932 - 2024
Ozzie Virgil Sr.
1932 - 2024
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BORN
1932
DIED
2024
Ozzie Virgil Obituary
Ozzie Virgil Sr. became the first player in Major League Baseball from the Dominican Republic when he debuted with the New York Giants in 1956.
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RR
October 6, 2024
He set a precedent and opened doors for others to follow. Sincere condolences to the Virgil family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you to help you in your time of loss.
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Bill Burrola
October 1, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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