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Maria Gomes Valentim died of multiple organ failure, said Helerson Lima, a spokesman for the nursing home where she lived. Valentim would have turned 115 on July 9.
Guinness said Tuesday on its website that Valentim, "the first Brazilian super-centenarian to hold the title," died at the age of 114 years, 347 days.
On May 18, Guinness determined that Valentim was 48 days older than the person previously considered the world's oldest human, Besse Cooper from Monroe, Georgia.
"With Maria's passing, the title of Oldest Living Person reverts back to American Besse Cooper, age 114 years 299 days," Guinness said.
The Georgia woman's son, Sid Cooper, said Tuesday that his mother is doing well at her Monroe retirement community.
"She's gained some weight, she's eating real good," Sid Cooper said.
"Her memory is still really good," he added. "She remembers things from a long time ago and recognizes people."
Guinness verified that Valentim was born on July 9, 1896, in the city of Carangola in the southeastern state of Minas Gerais. She lived there all her life.
Last month, Guinness said on its website that Valentim, who was known as "Grandma Quita," attributed her longevity to a healthy diet: eating a roll of bread every morning with coffee, fruit and the occasional milk with linseed.
Valentim's family told reporters that she had a stubborn streak and always made a habit of minding her own business. They also said that her father lived to be 100.
"She says she has lived long because she has always taken care of her own life — and not meddled in the lives of others," granddaughter Jane Ribeiro Moraes, 63, told a local newspaper in May.
Valentim married her husband, Joao, in 1913. He died in 1946.
Valentim is survived by four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. Her only son died at age 75 in the early 1990s.
Valentim was scheduled to be buried Tuesday afternoon at the Carangola cemetery.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
75 Entries
Jeanette
September 8, 2011
To the family and friends of Maria Gomes Valentim, please accept my sincere condolences during this time of your loss. God keeps in his memory those who die because they are precious in his eyes - Psalm 116:15.
Sheryl Howard
July 1, 2011
Condolences to the family. This is truly a blessing to have a love one live this long. May God Bless her family.
June 29, 2011
SUCH A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG WOMAN. . . .MAY SHE REST INOEACE. . .
Arlene Urban
June 27, 2011
May God Bless her ,that is such a remarkable life she must have lived.Her husband waited a long time for her and she will be so happy to be home.Rest in peace,God bless.
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Reba Fitzgerald
June 27, 2011
What an honor to live through so much history!
June 27, 2011
My heart goes out to the Valentim family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one in death is not easy, but losing one who have been there for such a long time is much harder. I hope that you can find comfort in John 25:8.
June 26, 2011
A Familia Valentim,
Mineira valente foi para o ceu! Descanse em paz!
Josie
Texas
JO JO
June 26, 2011
what a long life!!!!!
R.I.P.
M. TERRY
June 25, 2011
GOD BLESS YOU MARIA GOMES VALENTIM. My condolences to the family. RIP.
Vicki Dillon
June 25, 2011
To the Valentim family -
I hope you know as God came for Marie, with his stretched out hand, the smile on his face was great for the amazingly wonderful life she lead. His pride in Marie- great and loving, as they took a long walk to the special eternity he had set for her. She lived well from her heart and long in her life. God Bless Her!
S Carter
June 25, 2011
WOW
Bonnie A.
June 24, 2011
RIP Maria.
Carol Gruendl
June 24, 2011
You were all so blessed to have her in your life's so long. I am sure there are many fond memories. I was just looking at the news and noticed this woman. I give my Condolences to the family and friends. from Sarasota , Florida
L. P.
June 24, 2011
GOD who comforts all will comfort you in your time of pain. (2corinth. 1:3) Please accept my sympathy as I am sorry for your loss.
Shirley
June 24, 2011
To the family of Ms. Maria Valentim:
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. May the God of comfort be with you always. 2 Corinth. 1:3
j b
June 24, 2011
God blessed her with a long and fulfilled life.
amy G
June 24, 2011
Rest in peace!
June 23, 2011
May God be with you.
BARBARA HUCKABEE
June 23, 2011
HOW WONDERFUL TO KNOW THAT YOU, THE FAMILY OF MARIA GOMES VALENTIM, CHOSE TO GET THIS PUBLICATION TO ALL THE PEOPLE OF THE WORLD.I HOPE TO MEET YOU MARIA, WHEN I PASS ON.
LA INDIA CARIBE
June 23, 2011
I LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU IN THE RESURRECTION!!!
LA INDIA CARIBE FROM THE
LORAIN, OHIO UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!!
Rosemary Oseguera
June 23, 2011
To the family of Ms. Maria Gomes Valentim:
Do not grieve but celebrate the wonderful years you had her with you.
What a Blessing!
Luisy B
June 23, 2011
Vaya con Dios, Doña Maria.
ashley m.
June 23, 2011
you were a amazing grandma & you will be missed. hope to see you in heaven real soon. love you grandma
June 23, 2011
What a beautiful sentiment in these words. You have made many people smile after you have left and that is the greatest of gifts. Rest in peace.
June 23, 2011
Maria,God bless you and your family. Patricia A. new haven,conn.usa
mary ryan
June 22, 2011
Bless you Maria and bless your family. Time for you to rest in peace.
Meeka Nelson
June 22, 2011
God Bless her Soul. What a wonderful Blessing to have had her in your lives. May you learn from her wisdom, and know that she loves you.
June 22, 2011
GOD BLESSED YOU- MAY WE ALL LIVE AS YOU, YOU TOUCHED MANY LIVES IN LIFE AS WELL AS IN DEATH-MAY GOD BLESS ALL WHO KNEW YOU, I DID NOT HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET YOU BUT ONLY TO READ YOU OBITU
Miss CC
June 22, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Bertha Harrison
June 22, 2011
Blessings to the Valentim Family.
June 22, 2011
May you rest with the Lord and smile unto his face
Rebecca Smith
June 22, 2011
Go rest high on the mountain for here your work is done... May u Rest in Peace in the arms of our Heavenly Father For God has Blessed you an brought you home.
June 22, 2011
God Bless
lanny BLAKENEY
June 22, 2011
i hope you rest with JESUS after a
long,long life
Lenise Young
June 22, 2011
God grant you, her family, with strength, peace, love and memories that will last a lifetime.
June 22, 2011
God is certainly with this family. Continue in Jesus' name.
Rest in peace Mrs. Maria Gomes Valentim.
MICHELLE WILLIE
June 22, 2011
REST IN PEACE!!!
Andre Gomes
June 22, 2011
My God our enternal Father grant Her peace in Heaven and may Him Bless the Maria Gomes Valetim Family and may She rest in PEACE, Amen
Sue
June 22, 2011
God bless her!! Wow what an amazingly long life!
Pam Polinske
June 22, 2011
God Bless her sweet "Young" heart ... so many waiting for her at "HOME"......
R Golay
June 22, 2011
To the the family of Maria Gomes Valentim - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that she will be missed by many.
T B
June 22, 2011
Rest well, Ma'am. A well lived life is always to be celebrated no matter how long it lasts.
Anna Cole
June 22, 2011
I did not know Mrs.Valentim,But she sounds like she was a very special lady,I would have loved to sit and talk with her.I am so sorry for your loss.May she rest in peace.
Diggs Family
June 22, 2011
What a long life this lady had. God bless her and her family. I pray she had fun and enjoyed the ride. I pray heaven will be her final destination. Our prayers and love to the entire family.
Paul Nobles
June 22, 2011
WHAT A great lady For God to bless with so many years. Our prayers are with you. God bless.
Tina Graban
June 22, 2011
What a beautiful and amazing woman.
Be With God
June 22, 2011
God has granted you a long life on Earth and an eternal life in Heaven, dear sweet Ms. Valentim. You are truly a special lady and I know that God has welcomed you back home to His kingdom eternal. May God bless you always and forever.
Judy shelton
June 22, 2011
God has Blessed this lady for the good she probable has done. My prayers are with the family
Celeste Singleton
June 22, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
June 22, 2011
REST IN PEACE
M Q
June 22, 2011
GOD BLESS YOU ARE AN ANGEL WATCHING OVER YOUR FAMILY. RIP
Jane Dowling
June 22, 2011
God bless you!
Cathy
June 22, 2011
God Bless
Jamie Beth
June 22, 2011
May God bless her now that she is in his presence. She sounded like a an amazing woman! I wish I would have had the pleasure of knowing her.
Joan C. Golec
June 22, 2011
My Deepest Condolences To Everyone.
She was a fortunate woman to have been blessed with a full long life.
My Thoughts & Prayers are with Everyone during these deepest days of Sorrow.
With warm regards,
JULIE ROSARIO
June 22, 2011
REST IN PEACE ABUELITA YOU HAD A LONG LIFE AND KNOW YOU CAN REST IN A BETTER PLACE. GOD BLESS YOU'RE SOUL.
maycel sanders
June 22, 2011
God picked his flower,my mom is 92,bless and keep both of you in his tender care.
Les Breese
June 22, 2011
May God bless you, "Grandma Quita", as your family and friends have been blessed by having had you in their lives.
Christina Lindinha Mosley
June 22, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. God has been good to all of you by letting you keep her with you for all of these years. Gods blessing to all.
Rachel Weavil
June 22, 2011
Bless her heart. May she rest in peace.
June 22, 2011
"To the family of Maria Valenti- Jane it must have good to have had your Grandmother with you for so many years. I am sure that you have so many memories of her that will bring you a smile when you think of Her. The Scriptures say that our days are 70 and if by special mightiness they are 80(Psalms 90:10). I am sure she very special to her family. Gail (Al.)
DAV CARLSON
June 22, 2011
HOW WONDERFUL, SHE SOUNDS LIKE A PERSON WE ALL SHOULD HAVE KNOWN.
Marla Seelye
June 22, 2011
I did not know this woman at all, but I respect the way she lead her life, and send my condolences to her family. It's a blessing to be able to have a person with you for such a long time. God Bless
Mark Gaunt
June 22, 2011
RIP, Senora Valentim.
Tammy Pike
June 22, 2011
Sorry for your loss. Sounds like a wonderful lady who lived a very long life. My heart goes out to the family.
steven
June 22, 2011
r.i.p.
June 22, 2011
YOU WERE SO BLESSED TO HAVE HER FOR ALL THESE YEARS. HOLD YOUR MEMORIES CLOSE TO YOUR HEART. I AM SURE GOD WELCOMED HER WITH OPEN ARMS.
SINCERELY,
CINDY REEVES 817 CARL SUTTON RD LIZELLA,GA 31052
Donna
June 22, 2011
Rest in peace my little friend.
June 22, 2011
To the Valentim family..........She lived a long wonderful life. There will be a time where there is no more death and we will live forever as God wanted it .
DDN Reader
June 22, 2011
I did not know you but your story is wonderful and your picture is beautiful. Rest in peace Grandma Quita.
Nikki Davis
June 22, 2011
May the God of comfort be with your family during your time of grief. 1Cor 1:3,4
Henryk Zaleski
June 22, 2011
Rest in peace.
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