Ogün Altıparmak 1938 – 2025

Biography

Ogün Altıparmak was born on November 10, 1938, in Adapazarı, a city in northwestern Turkey known for its industrial heritage and strategic location along the Black Sea coast. He went on to become a professional association football player, contributing to Turkish sports during a formative era for the nation’s athletic development.

Throughout his life, Altıparmak remained connected to his homeland, ultimately settling in Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city. He passed away on February 2, 2025, at an advanced age, leaving behind a legacy rooted in Turkish football. His final resting place is Karacaahmet Cemetery in Üsküdar, one of Istanbul’s most historic burial grounds, where generations of notable Turks have been laid to rest.

Altıparmak’s life spanned nearly nine decades, witnessing tremendous changes in Turkish society and sports. Though details of his playing career remain largely in the archives of Turkish football history, his contribution to the sport reflects the dedication of early Turkish athletes who helped establish the nation’s athletic traditions.