Janusz Fortecki
1932–2020 (age 88)
Biography
Janusz Fortecki was a distinguished Polish ski jumper who represented his nation during a remarkable career spanning the mid-20th century. His athletic achievements in the sport of ski jumping earned him recognition as one of Poland's notable winter sports competitors during an era when the discipline was gaining international prominence.
Fortecki's legacy in Polish skiing remains part of the country's rich sporting heritage. He passed away in 2020 and was laid to rest in the New Cemetery in Zakopane, a fitting final resting place in the heart of Poland's winter sports region.