Paula Radcliffe confirms her ‘brave’ father Peter has died in hospital as she thanks NHS staff who looked after him
Paula Radcliffe has revealed her father Peter has died in hospital.
The marathon runner posted a touching tribute on Instagram and thanked the NHS staff who looked after him in Salisbury Hospital.
It is not yet clear if he died from coronavirus.
Paula Radcliffe has revealed her father Peter has died in hospital and has posted a touching tribute to the nurses who cared for him
The former Marathon runner and world record holder said her father was ‘the kindest, wisest, most patient and brave man’
Paula, 46, said today: ‘Yesterday I lost the best dad anyone could ever wish for.
‘The kindest, wisest, most patient and brave man who leaves behind so many people who loved him so much and whose lives he enriched. He and my mum gave us everything we ever needed and so much fun and love.
‘He was always there for me and the guidance and outlook on life he gave me will ensure he is forever with me.
‘Everyone who knew him was better off for it. Thank you Dad, you will always be in our hearts and thoughts. Love you forever.
‘Heartfelt thanks and appreciation for the wonderful doctors and nurses of Radnor ward Salisbury District hospital who cared for him with such warmth and compassion. And to all those selflessly working so hard to save lives everywhere.’
