Walter Breuning: World's Oldest Man Dies at 114

Walter Breuning was an American supercentenarian who was the world's oldest verified living man from 2009 until his death. Born on September 21, 1896, in Melrose, Minnesota, he worked for the Great Northern Railway for decades.

He worked for the railroad until age 66. He was a 33rd-degree Mason and lived at the Rainbow center in Great Falls, Montana, for 32 years. He credited his long life to eating two meals a day, working, staying active and accepting change.

Breuning was the third-oldest verified man ever. He died peacefully in his sleep in Great Falls, Montana, on April 14, 2011, at age 114.

Achievements: World's oldest living man (2009-2011).

Birth: September 21, 1896 - Melrose, Minnesota.

Profession: Railroad worker.

Interesting Facts: He ate two meals a day.