Deborah Silliman

Deborah Silliman (neé Staples; 21 February 1800 – 27/28 December 1908) was an American centenarian who was the second-last known survivor from the 18th century. She was born as Deborah Staples in Fairfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, daughter of Deacon John Staples. Her brother, Horace Staples died in 1897 at the age of 95.

On 3 January 1822, she married Nathaniel Silliman. The couple had one children. She became a widow in 1825. Her son died in 1867.

Sillman died on 27/28 December 1908, at the age of 108 years 312/313 days. Her exact date of death remains unknown. Survived by two grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.