July saw the death of heavy metal godfather Ozzy Osbourne, the Black Sabbath lead singer whose influence in the genre spans generations.

Nina Kuscsik, 86. She campaigned for women’s inclusion in long-distance running and then won the Boston Marathon the first year they were officially allowed to enter the race. June 8. Sly Stone, 82.

Nina Kuscsik, 86. She campaigned for women’s inclusion in long-distance running and then won the Boston Marathon the first year they were officially allowed to enter the race.

Fauja Singh, believed to be the world's oldest marathon runner, died Monday from injuries sustained after being struck by a car while crossing a road in India. He was 114.