Ida Keeling

Ida Keeling (May 15, 1915 – August 28, 2021) was an American centenarian track and field athlete. Keeling held Masters records in 60 meter and 100 meter distances for women in the 95-99 and 100-plus age groups.

Her story was featured in a segment in the Carl Reiner-hosted documentary If You're Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast, on aging over 90.

In 2015, Keeling turned 100. She died on August 28, 2021 in New York City at the age of 106.105-Year-Old World Record Runner, Ida Keeling, Passes Away: “She Was a Giant”

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