Kamara James, a 2004 Olympic fencer, was found dead at the age of 29 on September 20, People reports.
“She had a spirit about her, an energy about her,” her longtime friend, Jean Goto said. “She was really driven, really motivated, really focused.”
Kamara battled schizophrenia, but was able to overcome many obstacles and finish college, despite a three-month hospital stay.
While a cause of death has not been found, suicide and foul play have been ruled out as options.
Our thoughts go out to Kamara‘s friends and family during this difficult time.
