# Centenarian twins in Ohio

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/centenarian-twins-in-ohio
> Updated: 2026-08-28T13:19:28.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Identical twin sisters Mary Alice Haley and Mary Jean Holtzhauer from Tipp City, Ohio, recently celebrated their 100th birthdays. Born in 1926, the sisters have maintained a lifelong tradition of wearing similar clothing, a habit started by their mother.

The twins credit their deep emotional connection and mutual support as key factors in their longevity. They have shared life's major milestones together, including marriages, widowhood, and the raising of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. 

While they previously lived independently and drove into their 90s, they now reside in separate but nearby apartments within a supported living facility. Despite recent health challenges, such as Haley using a wheelchair following a hip fracture, the sisters maintain a close daily routine, including eating breakfast together and participating in social activities like bingo and crafts.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Ohio twins celebrate 100th birthdays and share longevity secrets

Identical twins Mary Alice Haley and Mary Jean Holtzhauer of Ohio celebrated their 100th birthdays, attributing their long lives to their deep emotional bond and shared daily routines.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ohio-twins-celebrate-100th-birthdays-and-share-longevity-secrets

### 2026-08-22: Two 109-year-old friends share secrets to longevity

Two 109-year-old friends, Dorothy Boggess and Velma Long, credit social connection, family, and physical activity as the primary secrets to their long lives.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/two-109-year-old-friends-share-secrets-to-longevity

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