Delphine Gibson facts for kids
Delphine Gibson (born August 17, 1903 – died May 9, 2018) was an amazing American woman who lived for a very long time. She was known as a supercentenarian, which means someone who lives to be 110 years old or even older! Delphine was born in Fairfield County, South Carolina.
A Long Life: Delphine Gibson's Story
Delphine Gibson lived for 114 years and 265 days. She became the oldest person living in the United States on February 5, 2017. This happened after another very old person, Adele Dunlap, passed away.
Her Family Life
Delphine Gibson married Tyler Gibson in 1928. They built a family together and had three children. Later in her life, Delphine lived in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania.
The End of a Remarkable Life
Delphine Gibson passed away on May 9, 2018. She was 114 years old. Her long life made her one of the oldest people in American history.
