Nation’s oldest living veteran Richard Overton dies in Austin at age 112 | 12/2018

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  • The nation’s oldest living veteran, Richard Overton, died in a rehab facility in Austin, Texas at the age of 112. FOX 7 Austin's Casey Claiborne takes a look back at Mr. Overton's life.
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  • @JewelzFin
    @JewelzFin 2 роки тому +168

    R.I.P Uncle. I continue our Overton service in the Army til this day for you. Now I am the oldest Overton from our family in the Army, in your remembrance. I'm still smoking cigars and sippin my whiskey while petting my cat. No credit card debt... Rest in heaven.

    • @xiron8920
      @xiron8920 2 роки тому +6

      you're an overton too? damn man

    • @yamoto1833
      @yamoto1833 Рік тому +3

      May God
      bless you sir🙏

    • @JewelzFin
      @JewelzFin Рік тому +1

      @@xiron8920 yezzir Cousin or Uncle 😂

    • @JewelzFin
      @JewelzFin Рік тому +1

      @@yamoto1833 thank you. Bless you too.

    • @Lunarwolf57272
      @Lunarwolf57272 10 місяців тому +3

      God bless you and your uncle for your service

  • @Cytron1515
    @Cytron1515 4 роки тому +412

    This man was practically immortal.

  • @kdeloris2225
    @kdeloris2225 2 роки тому +29

    He lived a long beautiful prosperous life. It's a blessing to make it to 112

  • @Collin4486
    @Collin4486 4 роки тому +110

    The world is less without this great man in it, but Heaven welcomes him home.

    • @reneecollins9681
      @reneecollins9681 3 роки тому +2

      All the dislikes are people that didn't give half of what he gave and never live half of what he went through but he somehow with the faith of God has bless so many the day God called him home I have so much respect for you rest in peace

    • @myfriendpedro9775
      @myfriendpedro9775 2 роки тому

      How you assume person goes heaven or hell?

    • @Collin4486
      @Collin4486 2 роки тому +1

      @@myfriendpedro9775 It's not assumption. People are judged by their works, and his were righteous. Even if he theoretically did something to get a sentence in Hell, Hell according to scripture is a place of punishment so people *can receive repentance* when the Lord redeems those in Hell who are worthy enough during the Second Resurrection. Those like King David, who's serving his sentence in Hell, but he'll be redeemed once he's fully paid the price for murder. Only those like Satan, his servants, and the truly unrepentant evil ones will be cast off into Oblivion once Hell is emptied.

    • @sapphirerenae
      @sapphirerenae 2 роки тому

      When someone dies,, theydo not go STRAIGHT to Heaven nor Hell, they will rest until Jesus returns and rises all who are righteous in His eyes.
      not what we think is righteous or whether we think that person lived a "good life"

    • @Collin4486
      @Collin4486 2 роки тому

      @@sapphirerenae He'll wait in Paradise until then, which is heavenly.

  • @gailjackson-chapman7085
    @gailjackson-chapman7085 4 роки тому +142

    I just visited his story when he was 109. I'm sad to see him go. R.I.P. Me Overton💔💔💔😢🥺🥺

    • @benvasilinda9729
      @benvasilinda9729 4 роки тому +1

      Gail Jackson-Chapman sad? This man lived an extraordinary life, sad would not be a word I’d ever use when referring to this man. I’d use Wonderful, Blessed and Humble. As an Army Vet, I’m proud of his choice of military service.

    • @gailjackson-chapman7085
      @gailjackson-chapman7085 4 роки тому +1

      Ben Vasilinda yes you’re right but, it’s still sad to hear.

    • @benvasilinda9729
      @benvasilinda9729 4 роки тому +1

      Gail Jackson-Chapman more like sad for the world. He no doubt made the world a better place while he was here. No he can do Gods work.

    • @mechellejackson1474
      @mechellejackson1474 4 роки тому +1

      me too so touching

    • @nikolanixonnadlacki7388
      @nikolanixonnadlacki7388 3 роки тому

      The same

  • @tjk6385
    @tjk6385 4 роки тому +65

    I just ran across this gentleman's story. I fell in love with him instantly. I'm happy he didn't have to see what is going on in our world today, the world he fought for the freedom of and sacrificed his own life for. What a beloved and respected man.

  • @citisavage3800
    @citisavage3800 4 роки тому +126

    Rip Mr. Richard Overton. An AMAZING SOUL.

  • @rosaruiz9064
    @rosaruiz9064 4 роки тому +29

    I think what made him lived so long was his actitud towards everything he did. God bless his soul.

    • @RN083012
      @RN083012 3 роки тому +2

      and he credited God for everything. God honored him with long life

  • @musokepeter3076
    @musokepeter3076 4 роки тому +36

    Am from Uganda, but I salute Mr everton may his soul rest in paradise

  • @josemanuel60
    @josemanuel60 4 роки тому +248

    I’m gonna start smoking and drinking whiskey.

    • @sueschroeder9280
      @sueschroeder9280 4 роки тому +9

      Have fun getting lung cancer

    • @abz789
      @abz789 4 роки тому +1

      sue schroeder ahahahaha

    • @josemanuel60
      @josemanuel60 4 роки тому +23

      sue schroeder I don’t mind getting lung cancer if I live to be 112 and looking 80 that’s some great fucking deal, I’ll live till like 2109

    • @Izzy_Breezy458
      @Izzy_Breezy458 4 роки тому +4

      @@sueschroeder9280 what a thing to say..

    • @jellyboy123
      @jellyboy123 4 роки тому

      get it down you dude enjoy yourself.

  • @lizatoma877
    @lizatoma877 4 роки тому +15

    God needed his son back for help. He served his time in his 112 years what a legend we will never forget ❤️RIP Richard Overton

    • @nickseven6814
      @nickseven6814 3 роки тому

      Infinite whiskies,Finest cigars...pecan ice cream...up there

  • @philhand5830
    @philhand5830 4 роки тому +62

    How can this video have any dislikes at all??? Ludicrous, purely ludicrous!!!

    • @Zyax3r
      @Zyax3r 4 роки тому +3

      @@karimanicolette1210 no they mad he gone u think too much big brain

    • @DolphinBoii
      @DolphinBoii 3 роки тому +2

      @@Zyax3r nah haters hate cuz if they don’t hate they remember how unfortunate they are

    • @lornakim5706
      @lornakim5706 3 роки тому +1

      Amen!☔💒💝🎁🌉🥁🗽🎆⚓✨💌

    • @veiserexab1428
      @veiserexab1428 3 роки тому

      Probably because they're trying to be healthy yet some of them wouldn't make it to 100+ age

  • @zzzpip
    @zzzpip 4 роки тому +29

    RIP Richard. we live our lives because of what you did for us.

  • @kelseycoats7917
    @kelseycoats7917 4 роки тому +48

    He was a good man

  • @kmacradio
    @kmacradio 4 роки тому +53

    At 112 he said, "I don't wanna die". Nobody is ever "ready" to die.

    • @yoda1934
      @yoda1934 3 роки тому +1

      When did he say that

    • @gicfjd1919
      @gicfjd1919 3 роки тому

      He loved his life
      I wish i could do that too

    • @krabbypatty4416
      @krabbypatty4416 3 роки тому

      @@yoda1934 2:55

    • @aki7162
      @aki7162 3 роки тому

      It hits

  • @tylerestopinal9619
    @tylerestopinal9619 4 роки тому +18

    Bless your soul sir . thank you for your service 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @annstrahlendorf2879
    @annstrahlendorf2879 4 роки тому +10

    😢🌹 R.I.P. RICHARD 😢💔 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 America Was Blessed To Have A Son Such As You Sir 🙏

  • @thedailycomplaining4861
    @thedailycomplaining4861 5 років тому +43

    Sending positive vibes and thoughts 🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @KingjakeStudios
    @KingjakeStudios 4 роки тому +13

    It makes me sick when legends die even when it’s their time. Rest In Peace

  • @mrwarblunt
    @mrwarblunt 4 роки тому +32

    He had a good innings, RIP.

  • @808aaq
    @808aaq 4 роки тому +10

    Thanks for your service Sir! Your life is what dreams are made of, full of happiness, cigars and whiskey! God bless you Sir! Rest in Peace!

  • @potatoavacadonion1025
    @potatoavacadonion1025 4 роки тому +6

    Everyone salute with me to respect this man for living so long and fighting for our country

  • @mckayfam3090
    @mckayfam3090 4 роки тому +6

    May he rest in peace. Such a lovely man.

  • @ceciliab2277
    @ceciliab2277 4 роки тому +8

    Beautiful, he certainly lived full of life. Well lived life.

  • @JLC_Subutai
    @JLC_Subutai Рік тому +1

    112 years old…mind clear AF…Jesus, what a guy, I could only wish I can live like that

  • @wendyhocking1535
    @wendyhocking1535 2 роки тому +2

    He makes me feel good again,if I re watch Mr Overton. When I feel crappy!! The secret is smoke a cigar!❤️❤️

  • @tekziotonzi3248
    @tekziotonzi3248 4 роки тому +2

    Beautiful and a very warm community. The way life supposed to be.

  • @gloriabebop5313
    @gloriabebop5313 4 роки тому +5

    Beautiful story, so inspiring! Give you so much hope for a better day! Yes how can any body in their right mind dislike his story.

  • @marinaramjeawan5121
    @marinaramjeawan5121 4 роки тому +2

    This man has seen many generation in his lifetime..R.I.p soilder hats off to you sir❤🙌🏻

  • @rlouie05
    @rlouie05 2 роки тому +2

    "Feels like I beat him" (underrated comedy keeps the soul nourished!)

  • @TweedSuit
    @TweedSuit 4 роки тому +4

    It's like he lived so long to keep the memory of those that didn't survive the war.

  • @hreitz4169
    @hreitz4169 4 роки тому +4

    Richard Overton was an honourable man.

  • @RyanBassForLife
    @RyanBassForLife 4 роки тому +25

    Hope someone got a sample of his DNA. That man was built to good. He was a medical merical. For the science community we can learn a lot if we knew what made him live. We all love you and hope more people live as long as you😀

  • @gpropho
    @gpropho 4 роки тому +11

    ❤️happy he lived a long life 💯

  • @DonALofts
    @DonALofts 29 днів тому

    What an inspiration. Bless your soul sir . thank you for your service as wel.

  • @nancyhobson9710
    @nancyhobson9710 4 роки тому +2

    Rest in Peace Mr Overton. You have featured on this, my channel, before. To live till a ripe old age is a blessing.

  • @karissean
    @karissean 4 роки тому +44

    richard overton felt the rain most people just get wet...

    • @ceciliab2277
      @ceciliab2277 4 роки тому

      Certainly, he said he did what he like, what make him happy. That's the secret, do what you like, wake up...get up no matter if it is 2:00 AM

  • @ladysudaandthegoddessmorri3217
    @ladysudaandthegoddessmorri3217 2 роки тому +4

    RIP Mr Overton sir! You were awesome and such an inspiration ❤

  • @mikebaird6788
    @mikebaird6788 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your service your wit Mr overton if only most of us could see what he's saying that would be grand

  • @vickieglenn6717
    @vickieglenn6717 4 роки тому +2

    I love that you credit God first. Thank you so much for sharing. God bless You.

  • @breanacaferguson9234
    @breanacaferguson9234 4 роки тому +9

    OMG I wish I could have met him

    • @philhand5830
      @philhand5830 4 роки тому +1

      May I say, "me too"? Very respectful....

  • @tonyandhisvideos8423
    @tonyandhisvideos8423 4 роки тому +3

    Rip you touched my soul thank you for your service

  • @Romanstwelve2024
    @Romanstwelve2024 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for your service, Sir. 🙏💯🇺🇲✨️

  • @lucymerkom9571
    @lucymerkom9571 4 роки тому +2

    Rest In Peace Richard Overton. Pray for me Xxx

  • @nunyabizness2411
    @nunyabizness2411 4 роки тому +12

    Dayum Black really doesn’t crack

  • @ms.porsche3676
    @ms.porsche3676 5 місяців тому

    If I knew him personally I would go to his funeral ❤❤❤ it was something about this man that I couldn’t express.

  • @sungod1968
    @sungod1968 4 роки тому +2

    Wonderfull story made me happy and gave me a tear too.

  • @vcat1832
    @vcat1832 4 роки тому +5

    I want to live this long...

  • @petestephens1561
    @petestephens1561 4 роки тому +3

    Such sad news. Rest easy Mr overton R.I.P.

  • @harvestfarms
    @harvestfarms 5 років тому +55

    This man made me laugh every time i saw him.

    • @aki7162
      @aki7162 3 роки тому

      Is this man joke for you? He makes us smile not laugh

  • @jamesshelby2356
    @jamesshelby2356 4 роки тому +2

    Rest In Peace mr. Overton a better man we’d be hard pressed to find

  • @wildmansamurai3663
    @wildmansamurai3663 4 роки тому +2

    Rest easy Sir.

  • @jhw7742
    @jhw7742 4 роки тому +14

    Jesus comes back to Earth with lots of Angels

    • @yoda1934
      @yoda1934 3 роки тому +1

      When

    • @siim605
      @siim605 3 роки тому

      @@yoda1934 Never. That's fairy-tale nonsense.

  • @troyott2334
    @troyott2334 2 місяці тому +1

    God Bless My Friend Life well Lived!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Kriegter
    @Kriegter 3 роки тому +3

    god: time to go, how's it like living to 112
    him: what do you mean? I won't die

    • @nickseven6814
      @nickseven6814 3 роки тому +1

      Continue...
      God: well...i have infinite whiskies & Finest cigars...come son..its time to be immortal now....r.i.p hero...

  • @colleenmurphy5335
    @colleenmurphy5335 4 роки тому +1

    Duse you looked like 49 years old God bless u

  • @leddidi
    @leddidi 9 місяців тому +1

    RIP legend

  • @seanabbott7065
    @seanabbott7065 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you Mr Overton

  • @njumeaholder-leali891
    @njumeaholder-leali891 4 роки тому +1

    That’s beautiful

  • @ManuelaChristina1
    @ManuelaChristina1 4 роки тому +1

    R.I.P. mister Overton sir 💟

  • @truesoldiersbroadcast6900
    @truesoldiersbroadcast6900 3 роки тому +2

    That is beautiful, Rest In Peace Richard Overton, Your souls is in the hand of our God Jesus Christ.

  • @BillyReHab3723
    @BillyReHab3723 4 роки тому +2

    Every time I have a drink of whiskey I always think here's to you Richard Overton. RIP

  • @H8nji
    @H8nji 7 місяців тому

    “Well, I feel like I beat him.” 😂 That joke along with the dry delivery qualifies as being better than the majority of modern humour. RIP

  • @zuhawk15
    @zuhawk15 2 місяці тому

    Your soul lives forever.

  • @nicoletharp6037
    @nicoletharp6037 2 роки тому

    I just watched a National Geographic story about this awesome man. I truly appreciate his service and pray he is resting in peace. 🙏🙏

  • @guru6831
    @guru6831 2 роки тому +1

    RIP

  • @MikeChinaWongxienChina
    @MikeChinaWongxienChina 4 роки тому +1

    May God bless your soul Sir RIP

  • @AsiaGuy2025
    @AsiaGuy2025 6 місяців тому

    Amazing - RIP.

  • @kristinadams3511
    @kristinadams3511 Рік тому

    Thanks your service I wish met him

  • @GregHastings
    @GregHastings 4 роки тому +1

    An American TREASURE. We need men like this.

  • @zelalemzeleke1277
    @zelalemzeleke1277 4 роки тому +15

    He become poor to make me rich..... Lejoch alle

  • @marcusanark2541
    @marcusanark2541 4 роки тому +3

    Great man!

  • @AlrebeccaBarenboum
    @AlrebeccaBarenboum 2 роки тому

    Rest in Piece Dear!

  • @melissapietrok8050
    @melissapietrok8050 4 місяці тому

    God bless him 🙏

  • @Moonmanwalker
    @Moonmanwalker 4 роки тому +2

    Ain’t nothing like a nice cigar after a hard days work

  • @ceed3d396
    @ceed3d396 4 роки тому +1

    He said, "Well, I feel like I bet him." R.I.P

  • @abraxaseyes87
    @abraxaseyes87 2 роки тому

    Sad I grew up in the same city would have liked to pay my respects.

  • @1alx
    @1alx 4 роки тому +4

    nooo

  • @coolstuff3066
    @coolstuff3066 4 роки тому

    Jesus this guy was old enough to be my great grandfather.

  • @jfontanez1838
    @jfontanez1838 3 роки тому +1

    I’m 37 with pain in aches he was 112 with no pain and no aches lol

  • @liverpooloman
    @liverpooloman 2 роки тому +1

    He Keeps his mind's health
    to keep his life .
    He is cute like his face
    when he is a guy .
    Americans proud of you grandfather
    and will never forget you .
    RIP Mr Richard Overton .

  • @sRicFlair
    @sRicFlair 4 роки тому +1

    I may give out
    But I'll never give up

  • @kelaniandcousinsplayzz3475
    @kelaniandcousinsplayzz3475 4 роки тому +1

    im sad

  • @JosephR24
    @JosephR24 18 днів тому

    RIP Amazing 🤩🇺🇸

  • @cryingsouls9271
    @cryingsouls9271 4 роки тому

    My bday 112. LORD TOUCH me like that

  • @572dartsport
    @572dartsport 4 роки тому

    RIP SIR. YOU WERE A TRUE AMERICAN.

  • @MiltV121
    @MiltV121 2 роки тому

    The man was true badass. RIP 🙏

  • @venitastrong1241
    @venitastrong1241 2 роки тому +1

    Rip

  • @maing.i5265
    @maing.i5265 4 роки тому +1

    R.i.p 🙏🏾🙏🏾💪🏾✊🏾

  • @ahmede4446
    @ahmede4446 4 роки тому +1

    Left the world at a good time

  • @rickbailey189
    @rickbailey189 2 роки тому +2

    WW2 Veteran? You bet I will stand and salute you for your bravery and service to your country. Well deserved. Mr. Overton, you had a real good run. Entertain them angels and dance with them too in GOD's kingdom. 2 thumbs up.

  • @kg3mtg751
    @kg3mtg751 4 роки тому

    NOOOOO this so sad

  • @VladXShotisG
    @VladXShotisG 2 роки тому

    R.I.P.🙏

  • @blackmonalisa9732
    @blackmonalisa9732 4 роки тому

    Here from my school work

  • @gmail4218
    @gmail4218 2 роки тому +1

    The cigars did eventually kill him. He died from pneumonia caused by smoking them.

    • @poundtrader1414
      @poundtrader1414 2 роки тому

      not true, you don't inhale those things, a lot of people get pneumonia, some die some don't but older people are more likely to die from it

    • @gmail4218
      @gmail4218 2 роки тому

      @@poundtrader1414 His doctor said that smoking contributed to his death.

    • @gmail4218
      @gmail4218 2 роки тому

      Thus, smoking did kill him.

  • @jeaniechampagne8831
    @jeaniechampagne8831 4 роки тому

    Hard to believe, especially since he has all his senses, no neurological issues that I could see, no shaking.... smokes, drinks whiskey once a day probably.... I think I'm gonna try that. His family was so lucky to have had him with them for so long.

  • @carolynsmith1217
    @carolynsmith1217 4 роки тому

    Very wise man. rip 🥺

  • @sunnythomson6862
    @sunnythomson6862 4 роки тому

    Rip Sir ..

  • @hiimmiles1708
    @hiimmiles1708 4 роки тому

    godspeed Richard, godspeed.

  • @gurriple1
    @gurriple1 3 роки тому

    Rest In Peace