He’s been discussed here before. 112 wow.

[poorman]

http://www.fox7austin.com/news/local-news/nations-oldest-living-veteran-richard-overton-dies-in-austin-at-age-112

[Trevor2118]

3 minutes ago, poorman said:

http://www.fox7austin.com/news/local-news/nations-oldest-living-veteran-richard-overton-dies-in-austin-at-age-112

He gave credit to God for his longevity, but he always said cigars and whiskey helped.

“I been smoking cigars from when I was 18 years old, I’m still a smoking ‘em. 12 a day,” he said.

[multi-useless]

I'd say he had a pretty good run; may he Rest In Peace.

[Habana Mike]

RIP Sir! A couple here had the honor to meet him.

Hope the cigars and whisky contribute to my longevity as well. Could be around for a loooonnnggg time!

[unclepauly25]

Amazing! I know people in their 70s that are falling apart! Good thing I drink whiskey and smoke cigars ?

[Islandboy]

My hat’s off to him...a life well lived.

[madandana]

RIP. Wiskey and cigars......I’m good.

[Derboesekoenig]

I'm of the belief that most people's habits and lifestyles, while they can lead to a longer than average life, that they don't wholly contribute to it. I believe genetics is a much greater contributing factor than any other variable. 112 is really something though. Would put me well into the next century. One can hope...but life is short, enjoy it like this man did! The right way: whisky and cigars.

[joeypots]

1 hour ago, Derboesekoenig said:

I'm of the belief that most people's habits and lifestyles, while they can lead to a longer than average life, that they don't wholly contribute to it. I believe genetics is a much greater contributing factor than any other variable. 112 is really something though. Would put me well into the next century. One can hope...but life is short, enjoy it like this man did! The right way: whisky and cigars.

Agreed. I think it's something like 60% genetics, 40% lifestyle.

[BJRPorter]

RIP Sergeant Overton. I’ll light mine up in honor to your service today.

[stogieluver]

Just hoping rum is a good substitute for whiskey. 

[SCgarman]

RIP Sir and THANK YOU for your service to your country!

[devildoge9]

A man after my own heart...  He lived a long life and doing it the way he enjoyed...  whooah Soldier!  RIP!