Fannie Thomas

Fannie Thomas (April 14, 1867 – January 22, 1981) was an American verified supercentenarian. She was born in Denver, Hancock County, Illinois. She had a sister named Marietta. When she was in her 30s, she was working as the owner of a millinery store. Aside from selling hats, she was also active in the real estate business as well as running a fruit farm in Idaho.

She lived with Marietta in Los Angeles between 1920-1927 until her death. Fannie Thomas’ secrets to longevity was eating apple-sauce three times a day and not getting married. She also stated (on her 113th birthday) that she didn’t understand the big fuss about being the oldest living person in the world.

Fannie Thomas died on January 22, 1981, at the age of 113 years, 283 days.