Alicia Corveleyn
- Full name: Alicia Corveleyn
- Lifespan: 08.01.1905 – 31.01.2017
- Age: 112 years, 23 days
- Birthplace: Oostende, West Flanders, Belgium
- Last residence: Oostende, West Flanders, Belgium
- Application date: 23.12.2015
- Validation date: 23.01.2016
- Validation source: Peter Vermaelen
Biography
Alicia Corveleyn was born in Oostende, West Flanders, Belgium, on January 8, 1905. Born and rooted in Oostende, Belgium, she lived a life etched with the tapestry of history and resilience. Her journey began amidst the chaos of World War I when her family sought refuge in the United Kingdom, only to return to their homeland in 1918.
A skilled seamstress, Alicia dedicated her talents to the artistry of crafting garments, weaving threads of creativity and skill. In 1936, she wove the most significant thread of her life by marrying Fernand van den Berghe, with whom she shared a profound companionship until his passing in 1983. Their union, though childless, was a testament to a love that endured the sands of time.
On 31 January 2017, Alicia Corveleyn bid farewell to this world at the remarkable age of 112 years and 23 days. Her departure marked the end of a life well-lived, leaving behind memories that linger like the faint scent of a carefully stitched garment. As she crossed the threshold of eternity, she passed the torch of the oldest person in Belgium to Fernande Everaert-De Raeve.
Longevity Recognition
Alicia Corveleyn has bee the Doyenne of Belgium since the passing of Anna de Guchtenaere on April 6, 2015, and the oldest living Belgian-born person since the passing of Anne de Sousberghe of the UK on February 12, 2016.
Longevity Titles
- Doyenne of Belgium (06.04.2015 – 31.01.2017)
Validation
The age of Alicia Corveleyn was verified by Peter Vermaelen, GRG Correspondent for Belgium, and validated by the Gerontology Research Group (GRG) as of January 23, 2016.
Alicia Corveleyn at age 108.
Alicia Corveleyn at age 109, with her son.
Alicia Corveleyn as a child; aged 5. (1910)
Photo courtesy of Mr. Peter Vermaelen, GRG-Belgium Correspondent and Gerontology Wiki.
