Lois Boston turns 112 in Oklahoma
The Gerontology Research Group shares wonderful news of Lois Boston who recently celebrated her 112th birthday. Lois was born May 10 1913 in Oklahoma, USA. She married Charlie Boston in 1936, with their marriage lasting 70 years until Charlie passed…
Another former ‘World’s Oldest Man’ titleholder validated
The Gerontology Research Group announces today the age validation of Donald Cleveland Butler. Mr Butler was born August 21 1885 in Saluda County, South Carolina, USA to Frank and Nancy (nee Body) Butler and had at least eight siblings. For…
British longevity record broken after 32 years
Ethel May Caterham, born August 21 1909, today surpasses the longevity record of the United Kingdom. The previous record-holder was Charlotte Hughes (1877-1993) who lived 115 years, 228 days. Mrs Caterham has now reached 115 years, 229 days, making her…
Former ‘World’s Oldest Living Man’ titleholder validated
The Gerontology Research Group announces the age validation of Mr. Park Fountain Heard. It is believed he held the title for ‘World’s Oldest Living Man‘ for a period of time before his death. Park was born May 18 1882 in…
Emma Jane Thompson age validation
The Gerontology Research Group announces the age validation of Emma Jane Thompson. Emma Jane Croft was born October 5 1855 in Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, USA to John and Margaret (nee Kreider) Croft. She was the first child born to…