Opinion
Ask-A-Centenarian
Ask our panel of Pennsylvanians over 100 years old for advice, wisdom, and thoughts on a life well-lived.
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Henry Marini, 102
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C. Richard Fida, 99
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Edna Wooden, 104
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Wanda Wilcke, 99
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Juanita Goss, 101
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Anthony Krylow, 102
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Caroline Merrill, 109
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Marie Silvestri, 100
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Philomena Liberkowski, 103
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Rosanna Lazin, 100
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Catharine Koenig, 102
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Herman Whilby, 106
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Newton “Newt” Brown Meade, 100
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Charles Malloy, 99
Intro
Can you introduce yourself?
How does it feel to be that age?
What’s your secret to living to 100?
What advice would you give to younger people?
Can you describe your proudest life accomplishment?
What does love mean to you?
What are some of the biggest changes you have seen in your lifetime?
What dating advice do you have to share?
What is the secret to long-lasting love?
Tell me about your partner.
Tell me about your career.
Earlier this year, The Inquirer interviewed 14 people in Chester, Montgomery, and Delaware Counties who are close to or over 100 years old. They shared insights on love, faith, family, and the simple yet profound things that matter most in life.
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Ages are accurate to the time of filming. Charles Malloy and Philomena Liberkowski have died since the interview.
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Staff Contributors
- Design and Development: Sam Morris
- Reporting: Devi Lockwood
- Editing: Devi Lockwood and Sam Morris
- Photography: David Maialetti
- Videography: Lauren Schneiderman and Jenna Miller
- Production Support: Rachel Molenda and Astrid Rodrigues
- QA: Elena Nova
- Social Editing: Erin Reynolds
- Copy Editing: Emily Ward
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