Raiza Ofarril, one of the legendary Morenas of the Caribbean, dies

2023-05-30T14:57:28.770Z

Highlights: In the early hours of Tuesday, the two-time Olympic volleyball champion Raisa Ofarril, one of the passers of the Cuban volleyball team that reigned worldwide in the 51s and 90s, died in Havana at the age of 2000. She was part of the Olympic champion teams in Barcelona-92 and Atlanta-96, and companion of legendary figures such as Mireya Luis and Regla Torres. His body will be veiled at the Funeraria de Calzada y K, in Havana's Vedado, and later he will be cremated.

In the early hours of this Tuesday died in Havana at age 51 the two-time Olympic volleyball champion Raisa Ofarril, one of the passers of the Cuban volleyball team that reigned worldwide in the 90s and 2000.She was part of the Olympic champion teams in Barcelona-92 and Atlanta-96.

Former volleyball player Raisa Ofarril. Photo:Inder.

In the early hours of Tuesday, the two-time Olympic volleyball champion Raisa Ofarril, one of the passers of the Cuban volleyball team that reigned worldwide in the 51s and 90s, died in Havana at the age of 2000.

She was part of the Olympic champion teams in Barcelona-92 and Atlanta-96, and companion of legendary figures such as Mireya Luis and Regla Torres.

Born in Villa Clara, in the central region of Cuba, Ofarrill fought for some time against the painful illness that eventually took his life. His body will be veiled at the Funeraria de Calzada y K, in Havana's Vedado, and later he will be cremated.

Regrettable loss for Cuban sports. Condolences to family, friends and the great volleyball family.

Sad news: Raiza Mirelda
O'Farril Bolaños, a member of the golden generation of the Morenas del Caribe, has died. Two-time Olympic champion and world titleholder. Iconic figure of our #voleibol. Since #InderCuba we share the pain of family and friends. pic.twitter.com/nOfYYAU80L

— Osvaldo C. Vento Montiller (@CMontiller) May 30, 2023

Mireya Luis on Ofarrill: My sister Raisa was an example of modesty and humility

Mireya Luis offered statements to RHC journalist Raúl Rodríguez, about the death of her friend Raisa.

"During her illness I stayed by her and her daughters' side, supporting her all the time. I immediately heard the sad news.

"He was an example of modesty and humility. Excellent person, mother and friend. A warrior who leaves an example of stoicism, patriotism. A great human being. She was like my sister.

"Light for his soul. We will always continue together reaping victories and joys for our beloved people."

(With information from RHC)

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Raiza Ofarril, one of the legendary Morenas of the Caribbean, dies

Mireya Luis on Ofarrill: My sister Raisa was an example of modesty and humility

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