We are saddened to share the news of the passing of inspirational, local hero and our oldest Great North Run finisher, Bill Cooksey, who passed earlier this morning.
102-yr-old Bill completed the event in support of the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (1/2)
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…with millions around the world watching his finish line moment online.
Bill inspired & touched so many lives. He will be fondly remembered.
If you would like to support to Bill’s chosen charity, you can donate via his fundraising page 👉 (2/2)
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@Great_Run
So sad to read this and so honoured I got to run alongside him in September. A true inspiration.
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@Great_Run
So sad to read this, an inspiration and à motivation we can all learn from. Thank you Bill, rest in paradise x
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