Wally Funk, a renowned aviator, has passed away at the age of 87. She was a resident of Grapevine, a suburb in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Funk held the distinction of being the oldest woman to launch into space.

Funk's death occurred at an assisted living facility in Grapevine, where she had been living. Few details are available about her passing, but it is known that she had experienced recent health issues, including falls and an infection.

Further information about Funk's life and achievements can be found through news outlets, which celebrated her historic spaceflight in 2021 and her pioneering role in aviation and spaceflight.