Juan Vicente Pérez.Photo: Guinness World Records
This Venezuelan man is almost 113 years young!
“My dad is in very good health,” daughter Nelyda Perez, one of his 11 children, told the record-keeping organization. “He does not suffer from any disease that requires medical treatment.”
“The whole family is very grateful,” she added.
The supercentenarian, who is the ninth of 10 children, was born on May 27, 1909, according to Guinness.
When he was just 5 years old, he began helping his father and brothers harvest sugar cane and coffee — instilling a life-long love for agriculture.
Juan Vicente Pérez.Guinness World Records
Another enduring passion? His dedication to family.
He was married to late wife Ediofina del Rosario García for 60 years, and together they welcomed 11 children — six sons and five daughters. They went on to have 41 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren, per Guinness.
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Family was also at the forefront on his 100th birthday, when was able to spend time with all of his sons as well as many of his great-grandchildren — one of whom gave him a painting he still proudly displays in his home.
For his upcoming 113th birthday, Guinness says he will celebrate with family and close friends.
Juan Vicente Pérez Mora.Guinness World Records
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As for his secrets to living a long life, well, Juan Vicente likes to keep it simple.
“Work hard, rest on holidays, go to bed early, drink a glass of aguardiente every day, love God, and always carry him in your heart,” he told Guinness.
source: people.com
