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Fanny Blankers-Koen, R.I.P. – Cause of Death, Date of Death, Age and Birthday

The runner Fanny Blankers-Koen passed away at age 85, this age of death has to be considered impressive. What was the cause of death? Below is all you want to know regarding the death of Fanny Blankers-Koen and more!

Biography - A Short Wiki

Dutch athlete who won four gold medals at the 1948 London Olympics, winning the 100 and 200 meters, the 80 meter hurdles, and the 4 x 100 meter relay. She also won 5 European titles and 58 Dutch championships.

She married her coach, Jan Blankers, a year after competing in the Olympics. 

How did Fanny Blankers-Koen die?

Fanny Blankers-Koen's death was caused by alzheimer's disease.

Information about the death of Fanny Blankers-Koen
Cause of deathAlzheimer's Disease
Age of death85 years
ProfessionRunner
BirthdayApril 26, 1918
Death dateJanuary 25, 2004
Place of deathN/A
Place of burialN/A