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Iris Cummings Critchell
1920 - 2025
Iris Cummings Critchell
1920 - 2025
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BORN
1920
DIED
2025
Iris Critchell Obituary
Iris Cummings Critchell was an Olympic swimmer believed to be the last living participant of the 1936 Olympic Games, who went on to become a trailblazing aviator in the years that followed.
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(Photo: United States Army Air Corps/PhotoQuest/Getty Images)
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Mr.Jr.
February 3, 2025
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Lin L.
February 2, 2025
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Iris Critchell,
Your dear one used her life to accomplish many amazing works. The oldest book ever written says Hod will bless their work, and they will have long lives-like the days of a tree-in which to enjoy the fruits of their labors. She did!
RB
February 2, 2025
Such a long life, filled with notable accomplishments. Her feats as an Olympic swimmer were only the beginning. She then became an aviator, proving to continue to be an inspiration to so many. Sincere condolences to the Cummings and Critchell families, so very sorry for your loss. May God grant peace and strength to you all at this time of your loss.
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