Mavis Hutchison, a South African ultrarunning icon died on May 15, 2022.
Hutchinson, often known as the “Galloping Granny,”
She was 97.
Mavis Hutchison cause of death
she died a natural death.
She was a trailblazer for women in running, particularly as an ultramarathon runner. She was just the third woman to complete the Comrades Marathon (as an unauthorized participant) in 1965, and she went on to complete seven more Comrades.
At the age of 49, she became the first woman to run the 602km from Germiston to Durban. This resulted in her moniker, which became her trademark and a name she was happy to use.
Mavis Hutchison husband and children
Her husband was devastated by her death.
She had children who survive her.
Mavis Hutchison net worth
Mavis is worth 5 million.
She earned a lot from athletics and other unnamed business ventures
When is Mavis Hutchison funeral?
Her funeral is yet to be held.
