World’s Oldest Woman to Skydive at 104, Late Dorothy Hoffner Didn’t Say Goodbye Without Sharing Tips for Long Life

Time often flows like an unrelenting river. And occasionally, going against the tide of time, a few extraordinary individuals defying the clock embrace the impossible. Dorothy Hoffner has truly been one such spirit who has defied all possible expectations, barriers, and boundaries to soar high in the skies.

With an unwavering passion for skydiving and a fearless soul, she achieved a height at the age of 104, which many might not dare to attempt during their 20s. Her story is a testament to the endless possibilities that life has to offer. Dorothy Hoffner became the oldest woman to take a leap of faith from the clouds and etch her name in the pages of history. But how did she manage to be extraordinary? Let’s discover the secrets behind her awe-inspiring journey.

Dorothy Hoffner’s skydiving saga and secrets to lifelong adventure

Dorothy Hoffner left the earth for a heavenly abode a few days after she created history by being the oldest woman to skydive on October 9. While Hoffner was ready to build a new record, she revealed that she has never feared jumping off from a height of 13,000 feet. 

Hoffner’s journey started most amazingly. At an age while others aimlessly live off their days, Hoffner at 100 discovered her love for the skies and that was when she decided to give it a go. Not because she wanted to see her name in the headlines but rather, “Because I enjoyed it the first time.”

She has lived her life going against all possible stereotypical norms. “I’m an unclaimed treasure”, said Hoffner as she was unmarried. She believes that everyone is different and that one must decide what they want to do for themselves in their life. She retired from Illinois Bell Telephone as an operator and business office employee after 43 years in her 60s. Hoffner also shared that longevity runs in her family as her mother breathed her last in 92 and her father in his 80s.

The unconventional wisdom of Dorothy Hoffner 

Hoffner also shared her diet: “I attribute a good deal of my good health to the fact that I eat everything, no matter what it is. I eat a balanced diet.” There’s no such cuisine that Hoffner avoided. Be it Chinese, Italian, Greek, or Jewish, she just loved eating. She consumed alcohol and coffee in moderation and she also preferred sweets and chocolates.

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Although walking had been one of her favorite activities, she preferred being lazy on days. Hoffner, although took flying lessons during her 20s, took up skydiving as her latest way to live life when she was 100.

Hoffner has lived her life with courage and resilience. She has never feared any disease or health setbacks.

Dorothy’s life lessons are truly a beacon of hope for thrill-seekers from all across the globe. The way she kept reminding us of the fact that age is just a number inspires us to reignite the spirit within us and live life to the fullest.

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