Dorothy Hoffner, the 104-year-old American woman who captured the world’s attention last week by becoming the oldest person to go skydiving, has died at her home in Chicago. The exact cause of her death is still unknown but her passing has left a mark on the hearts of many, who were captivated by her infectious spirit and zest for life.
A few days before her death, Hoffner made headlines by fulfilling her lifelong dream of skydiving. In an interview with NBC Chicago, Hoffner shared her experience, beaming with joy and excitement, as she exclaimed, “Everything was lovely, wonderful, it couldn’t have been better. Skydiving is a wonderful experience and there’s nothing to be afraid of. You just have to do it.” She said.
Hoffner’s story touched the hearts of people all around the world, with many taking to social media to share their admiration and pay tribute to her fearlessness and determination. One user wrote, “Dorothy Hoffner showed us that age is just a number and that we should never stop chasing our dreams. She truly was an inspiration to us all.”
Hoffner’s record-breaking jump at the age of 104 surpassed the previous record set by a 103-year-old Swedish woman. Hoffner’s legacy will continue to inspire others to live life fearlessly. In her final days, Hoffner was waiting for the official record from Guinness, a symbolic recognition of her incredible accomplishment.
With information from El Tiempo
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