About Dave Ellis
Lived 1937 – 2026 (aged 88). Dave Ellis was a Canadian long-distance runner and marathon runner.
David John Ellis (25 April 1937 – 7 February 2026) was a Canadian long-distance runner. He competed in the men's 5000 metres at the 1968 Summer Olympics. Ellis died on 7 February 2026, at the age of 88.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dave Ellis?
Canadian long-distance runner
When was Dave Ellis born?
Dave Ellis was born on 25 April 1937 in Toronto.
When did Dave Ellis die?
Dave Ellis died on 7 February 2026.
What was Dave Ellis's occupation?
Dave Ellis was a long-distance runner and marathon runner.
What nationality was Dave Ellis?
Dave Ellis was Canadian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dave Ellis (runner)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dave Ellis. https://biography.guide/dave-ellis-long-distance-runner/
MLA: "Dave Ellis." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dave-ellis-long-distance-runner/.
Chicago: "Dave Ellis." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dave-ellis-long-distance-runner/.
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