Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, the world’s oldest known individual, has passed away at the remarkable age of 116, her family reported. The beloved Brazilian nun died in Porto Alegre, her home for many years, underlining a life filled with faith and devotion.
Born on June 8, 1908, in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul, Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas dedicated her life to the Catholic Church, joining as a nun in her early twenties. Through her long life, she was celebrated not only for her religious commitment but also for her avid support of the Sport Club Internacional football team, marking birthdays with festivities including cakes shaped like the team's stadium.
Sister Inah credited her longevity to her unwavering faith, once remarking, “He [God] is the secret to life.” She was blessed by Pope Francis in 2018, an honor that highlighted her impact within the community. Following her death, the title of the oldest living person has passed to 115-year-old Ethel Caterham from Surrey, England.
At her home for the Teresian Sisters, Sister Inah's death was described as a peaceful end to a life well-lived, as she had not experienced significant illness in the final years of her life. Her nephew shared that her body simply “gradually stopped” functioning, and she enjoyed routine daily activities including prayer and reflection.
Sister Rita Fernandes Barbosa, who worked closely with Sister Inah, noted her remarkable health throughout her life, with only a cataract operation at the age of 106. Despite some challenges with hearing and sight in her later years, Sister Inah maintained her discipline, which relatives attributed to her longevity, explaining, “She always worked a lot and was very sociable and welcoming.”
Her passion for football remained strong, as evidenced by her possessions, which included multiple Internacional shirts and pillows emblazoned with the team’s logo. A heartfelt message from Sport Club Internacional expressed their sorrow over her passing and celebrated her life of kindness, faith, and love for the sport, further underlining her influence within the local community.
Born on June 8, 1908, in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul, Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas dedicated her life to the Catholic Church, joining as a nun in her early twenties. Through her long life, she was celebrated not only for her religious commitment but also for her avid support of the Sport Club Internacional football team, marking birthdays with festivities including cakes shaped like the team's stadium.
Sister Inah credited her longevity to her unwavering faith, once remarking, “He [God] is the secret to life.” She was blessed by Pope Francis in 2018, an honor that highlighted her impact within the community. Following her death, the title of the oldest living person has passed to 115-year-old Ethel Caterham from Surrey, England.
At her home for the Teresian Sisters, Sister Inah's death was described as a peaceful end to a life well-lived, as she had not experienced significant illness in the final years of her life. Her nephew shared that her body simply “gradually stopped” functioning, and she enjoyed routine daily activities including prayer and reflection.
Sister Rita Fernandes Barbosa, who worked closely with Sister Inah, noted her remarkable health throughout her life, with only a cataract operation at the age of 106. Despite some challenges with hearing and sight in her later years, Sister Inah maintained her discipline, which relatives attributed to her longevity, explaining, “She always worked a lot and was very sociable and welcoming.”
Her passion for football remained strong, as evidenced by her possessions, which included multiple Internacional shirts and pillows emblazoned with the team’s logo. A heartfelt message from Sport Club Internacional expressed their sorrow over her passing and celebrated her life of kindness, faith, and love for the sport, further underlining her influence within the local community.
