Long-serving track and field official Heldur Tuulemäe, 96, passes away in Tallinn

Tallinn's Nõmme district has lost Heldur Tuulemäe, a long-serving track and field official with a long life, who died on May 28 at the age of 96. Tuulemäe was a familiar figure and friend among Nõmme residents, Tallinn sports veterans, and Nõmme rescue unit veterans.

Heldur Tuulemäe, a long-serving track and field official, died on May 28 at the age of 96 in Tallinn's Nõmme district. The Nõmme district administration announced his passing on social media.

Tuulemäe was a well-known and beloved figure over the decades within both the local community and Tallinn's sports world. He was a respected friend and familiar presence among Nõmme residents, Tallinn sports veterans, and Nõmme rescue unit veterans.

Heldur Tuulemäe devoted a large part of his life to track and field, serving as an official for many years and contributing to Estonian sports.