Ilie Ciocan, Europe's Oldest Man, Passes Away Just Before 113th Birthday
Europe's oldest man dies one day before 113th birthday after telling 'key' to long life

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Ilie Ciocan, Europe's oldest man and a World War II veteran, died in Romania one day before his 113th birthday. He is remembered for his resilience, having lived through significant historical events and credited his longevity to moderation in lifestyle choices.
- 01Ilie Ciocan was born on May 28, 1913, in Cremenari, Romania, and became the oldest verified person from Romania.
- 02He served in the Romanian Army during World War II, participating in battles on both the Eastern and Western Fronts.
- 03Ciocan had six children with his wife, Floarea Obogeanu, who passed away in 1992.
- 04He was recognized as an honorary citizen of Vâlcea County for his contributions and longevity.
- 05Ciocan attributed his long life to restraint, having never smoked and drinking only occasionally.
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Ilie Ciocan, who held the title of Europe's oldest man, passed away on May 27, 2025, just one day before his 113th birthday. Born in Cremenari, Romania, on May 28, 1913, he was also the oldest known World War II veteran. Ciocan's early life was marked by hardship, losing both parents by age 12 and working as a cowherd to support his siblings. He married Floarea Obogeanu at 18, and they had six children together. During World War II, he served in the Romanian Army, participating in significant battles without sustaining injuries. After the war, he worked in construction and remained active, cycling until the age of 93. Ciocan credited his longevity to a life of moderation, avoiding smoking and limiting alcohol consumption. His passing marks the end of a remarkable life that spanned over a century of Romanian history. The local mayor, Florin Alexandru Mărăcine, announced his death on social media, paying tribute to Ciocan's legacy as Romania's longest-surviving veteran.
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Ciocan's death signifies the loss of a historical figure who witnessed significant events in Romanian history.
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