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tommyBorn in Georgia in 1898, Herbert D. Carrington, Sr. passed away this week.
Mr. Carrington came to Tampa in 1917. Dude helped build the original Gandy Bridge in 1921. He was then a chauffer for the Dupree family. He also was maitre d’ of the Tampa Yacht Club for almost 60 years. Last year, this living piece of Tampa history was certified as the oldest living heart valve recipient.
Well-wishes and good thoughts go out to Mr. Carrington’s friends and family.
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May 1st, 2006 at 1:07 pm
There’s an article posted in my doctor’s office about the second oldest man in America. He lived to be 112 and his daughter credited his longevity to his love of dancing. Apparently, he could take it to the floor when most people would have taken it underground years earlier. It’s a cool tribute piece.
It’s also pretty cool to be that old! 107! Wow!