Irina Gabashvili [SEP] cause of death
Irina Gabashvili was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2004. She underwent chemotherapy, but the cancer eventually returned. She died on 23 March 2009 in Vancouver, Washington, aged 48. A memorial service was held at Holy New Martyrs of Russia Orthodox Church in Mulino, Oregon. 
She was survived by husband, son and sister.
Irina Gabashvili
Irina Gabashvili (born 15 August 1960, Tbilisi – died 23 March 2009) was a Georgian-born Soviet gymnast. She began gymnastics at age 10 and was coached by Nelli Saladze. She was the 1979 World individual all-around bronze medalist.
Personal life.
Gabashvili began gymnastics at age 10 and was coached by Nelli Saladze. She was the 1979 World individual all-around bronze medalist. She managed to earn a history degree from Georgia State University and later a degree in physical culture education