Gertrude Stern is preparing to celebrate her 112th birthday on Feb. 27. Birthday plans include a video call with family and friends and a celebration dinner.
Stern was born in Sioux City, Iowa, in 1910. Her family moved to Kansas City in 1913.
The Chronicle has covered Stern in the past at age 104 and age 110. She told The Chronicle that she attributes her longevity to vitamins and “good, clean living.”
Phil Stern, Gertrude’s son, said she is keeping a positive attitude during the pandemic.
Gertrude Stern is the oldest person in Kansas.
