Lillian Board
1948–1970 (age 22)
Biography
Lillian Board was a gifted middle-distance runner whose sportsmanship and determination inspired a generation of athletes. Her swift strides and steady character brought her international medals and the admiration of fans worldwide.
Even after her life was cut tragically short, her legacy lives on in the young competitors she motivated and the charitable efforts in her name. Putney Vale Cemetery is a place where admirers continue to honor her radiant contributions to athletics.