Jerry Oates Passes Away At Age 81 - Fightful
The former wrestler, promoter and gym owner also served as a deputy and trained Marty Jannetty, his family said.
- Professional wrestler Jerry Oates died at age 81, according to a family statement. Born in Columbus, Georgia, Oates was a celebrated figure in the wrestling community and local public servant.
- Oates enjoyed a distinguished wrestling career from 1970 to 2010, competing in NWA territories and All Japan Pro-Wrestling. He held the Central States and Pacific Northwest Championships while teaming with Ronnie Garvin and Jesse Ventura.
- Beyond the ring, Oates operated the Oates Gym in Columbus for more than two decades, establishing it as a cornerstone of the fitness community. He trained Marty Jannetty and promoted Great Championship Wrestling events.
- Following his wrestling career, Oates served as a deputy with the Tybee Island Police Department and the Muscogee County Sheriff's Office. He balanced law enforcement with promoting bodybuilding events.
- A memorial service for Oates is scheduled for Saturday, September 12. Friends and colleagues remember the veteran wrestler for his strength and generosity, noting the countless lives he touched during his lifetime.
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Simone Degano Jerry Oates, former NWA and AJPW, died at 81 years of age Jerry Oates, former wrestler who trod the National Wrestling Alliance and All Japan Pro-Wrestling ring, died at the age of 81. The athlete began his career at the beginning of the 1970s, fighting mainly in the territories of the NWA linked to Florida. Precisely in the National Wrestling Alliance he won several titles: it was in fact NWA Columbus... Continue reading Jerry Oat…
Wrestling Veteran Jerry Oates Passes Away At Age 81
The professional wrestling world is mourning the loss of longtime territorial standout Jerry Oates, who has passed away at the age of 81. The Cauliflower Alley Club announced the news on Saturday morning, September 5, sharing a statement provided by Oates’ family. “Family Statement on the Passing of Jerry Oates,” the header of the statement […]
Pro Wrestling Legend Jerry Oates Passes Away At Age 81
The pro wrestling world has lost another legend. On Saturday morning, Cauliflower Alley Club announced via social media the unfortunate news regarding the passing of former pro wrestling star Jerry Oates. Oates, who held the Central States and Pacific Northwest Championships along with a number of territory tag team championships while teaming with Ronnie Garvin […]
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