Retirement Life
Husband and wife named oldest living couple in the world
An American couple with a combined age of 211 years has been named the world’s oldest living couple by the Guinness Book of World Records.
Charlotte Henderson is 105 and her husband, John is 106. The pair will celebrate their 80th marriage anniversary on December 15.
The two met in class at The University of Texas in 1934, where Charlotte was studying to be a teacher and John played football for the Longhorns. They tied the knot five years later during the Great Depression.
Ten years ago, the Hendersons moved into the Longhorn Village, a senior living community associated with a University of Texas alumni group.
According to John, the secret to the longevity of their marriage is to live in moderation and be cordial to each other.