Eddie Sheldrake '51

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Harvey Edward "Eddie" Sheldrake '51, who served as UCLA Basketball's team captain during his senior year (1950-51) and was captain of the Bruins' freshman team in 1947-48, passed away Thursday, May 8, at the age of 98.

Known during his time in Westwood as a fiery guard on head coach John Wooden's early teams, Sheldrake played on the Bruins' varsity team for his final three seasons (1948-49 through 1950-51) and was inducted into the UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame in 2000.

In Southern California, Sheldrake was also known for co-founding the popular Polly's Pies chain with his brother, Donald, in 1968, with the first store opening in Fullerton, California.

A memorial service will held Saturday, July 19, at 2 p.m. at Fullerton First United Methodist Church, 114 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832.

(Please note that parking is limited at the church and auxiliary parking is available at the Fullerton Train Station.)

A live stream will be available the day of the service for those who cannot attend in person: https://fullertonfirstunitedmeth.subspla.sh/njd688t.

Read a full obituary on UCLABruins.com.