Centenarian Dorothy Hoffner, who recently made headlines for setting a new world record as the oldest person to ever participate in a tandem skydive, has sadly passed away just a week after her incredible feat. The 104-year-old Chicago native died peacefully in her sleep, as confirmed by officials at the Brookdale Senior Living Center.
Hoffner made history on October 1 when she fearlessly embarked on a tandem skydive at Skydive Chicago. Jumping from a plane at an impressive altitude of approximately 10,000 feet, she safely landed, etching her name into the record books. The feat is currently pending confirmation from the Guinness Book of World Records.
In an interview with NBC Chicago following her extraordinary jump, Hoffner described skydiving as a “wonderful experience” and urged others not to be afraid of it. Her adventurous spirit and positive attitude toward life served as an inspiration to many.
The team at Skydive Chicago expressed their condolences on her passing while commemorating the momentous day they shared with Hoffner. “We are deeply saddened by Dorothy’s passing, and feel honored to have been part of making her world record skydive a reality,” stated a spokesperson for the company. They also emphasized that Hoffner’s story reminds us that it is never too late to pursue the thrill of a lifetime and achieve our dreams.
Hoffner’s remarkable life and daring jump will forever be remembered as a testament to the limitless possibilities that age cannot hinder. Her memory will live on as a reminder that it’s important to embrace life’s adventures, no matter how old we may be.