A woman from Bedford who ran in the London Marathon at the age of 88 has died.
Iva Barr, who took part in a total of 20 marathons, was the oldest runner in the 2016 event.
She finally stopped running in that year.
In a statement Bedford Harriers Athletic Club said she died on Tuesday, November 17, 2020.
The club said: “It is with great sadness that we have learned that our fellow Harrier and friend, Iva Barr, passed on Tuesday, November 17, at the grand age of 93.
“Iva was a member of Bedford Harriers from the early days and only stopped running a few years ago.
“As well as being an ambassador for the Club, Iva also encouraged, and was an inspiration to many older and younger runners.
“RIP Iva, we shall all miss you!”
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