Edward LeMaire(October 26, 1924 – February 15, 1961) was an Americanfigure skaterwho competed in pairs and men's singles. In pairs, he won the junior title at theUnited States Figure Skating Championshipsin 1942 and won a bronze medal in senior pairs the following year withDorothy Goos.Also in 1943, he captured the junior men's national title.
Away from the ice, LeMaire attendedYale Universityand theUniversity of Nevada.He was also a Navy pilot duringWorld War II.
Later in his life, he was a skating judge. He was en route to theWorld Figure Skating Championshipsin 1961 when his plane (Sabena Flight 548) crashed nearBrussels, Belgium,killing all on board. LeMaire was 36 at the time of his death. His 14-year-old son Richard was also killed in the crash.
Results
editmen's singles
| Event | 1943 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Championships | 1st J. |
pairs with Goos
| Event | 1942 | 1943 |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Championships | 1st J. | 3rd |
External links
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