Augustine Teissier
Supercentenarian data for France
- Full name: Augustine Marie Elisabeth Teissier (known as Sister Julia)
- Lifespan: (02.01.1869 – 08.03.1981)
- Age: 112 years, 65 days
- Birthplace: Florensac, Hérault, Occitanie, France
- Last residence: Nîmes, Gard, Occitanie, France
- Application date: N/A
- Validation date: 09.06.1999
- Validation source: Guinness World Records
Biography
Augustine Teissier was born in Florensac, Hérault, Occitanie, France, on 2 January 1869.
On 2 January 1979, she celebrated her 110th birthday, becoming a supercentenarian.
On 14 April 1979, following the death of 110-year-old Frédérique Noël, Teissier became the oldest living person in France.
On 20 October 1980, following the death of 111-year-old Florence Pannell of the United Kingdom, Teissier became the oldest living person in Europe.
Augustine Teissier died in Nîmes, Gard, Occitanie, France, on 8 March 1981, at the age of 112 years, 65 days. Following her death, then 110-year-old Élisa Rogard, became the oldest living person in France.
Augustine Teissier (undated photo)
Longevity recognition
- Oldest living person in France (14.04.1979 – 08.03.1981)
- Oldest living person in Europe (20.10.1980 – 08.03.1981)
Validation
Her age was verified by Guinness World Records, and validated by the Gerontology Research Group (GRG) on 9 June 1999.