103-Year-Old Woman Becomes Oldest Skydiver in Ohio
A 103-year-old woman named Evelyn Franks has become the oldest person to skydive in Ohio. She made the record-breaking jump at Start Skydiving in Middletown, Ohio, fulfilling a decades-long dream. Franks was accompanied by her daughter, Darlene Claspill, and described…
St. Louis, MO, August 6, 2026 —
Evelyn Franks, a 103-year-old resident of Ohio, has set a new record as the oldest person to skydive in the state. The milestone jump took place at Start Skydiving in Middletown, Ohio, fulfilling a dream that Franks had harbored for decades.
Franks was accompanied during her skydive by her daughter, Darlene Claspill. The centenarian described the experience as “huge,” expressing a hope that her adventure might inspire others to pursue their own aspirations, regardless of age.
An instructor at Start Skydiving, who accompanied Franks on the jump, commended her “zest for life.” The instructor also noted the privilege of being part of such a significant personal achievement for Franks.
The event marks a notable accomplishment for Franks, who at 103 years old, demonstrated a spirit of adventure and a commitment to realizing long-held personal goals.
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