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Pierina Tonello reaches 110 years with simple life

ilfattoquotidiano.it · 18 October 2026
Pierina Tonello reaches 110 years with simple life
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Pierina Tonello of San Mauretto, Italy, celebrated her 110th birthday surrounded by family and friends.

Born in 1916 during World War I, Tonello lived through two world wars and the challenges of rural life, including family members emigrating for work. She attributes her longevity and clear mind to abstaining from smoking and alcohol, eating a diet rich in vegetables and soups, and prioritizing love for others.

Tonello described her life as marked by hardship and loss, but she maintained a positive outlook. She sees affection for others as the driving force behind her long life and a source of strength. The resident of Friuli Venezia Giulia region is considered a valuable historical memory for her community, embodying a long life lived with simplicity and faith.

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