Small, Sad Update On Oldest Man =(

I had no idea that when I wrote the short piece about the oldest people alive, and then updated that piece with a followup about Jiroemon Kimura, the oldest living man (whose birthday was last month), that I would be coming back so soon with more news about this 116-year old marvel. 

Unfortunately, I am, and for the worst reason: Jiroemon Kimura died Wednesday. 

Fortunately (if there is a fortunately to death), you can't say that he didn't live a long, fruitful life. The size of his family alone is a testament to that fact: seven children, 14 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 15 great-great-grandchildren. Sixty one people are alive simply because this man lived, and now many people around the world know his name. His notary may simply be because of his age, but his positive outlook on life is just as worthy of mention. According to the report, Jiroemon attributed his longevity to "always looking up towards the sky," adding, "That is how I am."

Wise words from an old, happy man.

-JJ