John Rudder Celebrates 104th Birthday | Guyana News

Guyana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

John Walker Rudder, a centenarian from Berbice, turned 104 this past Sunday, cementing his place as Guyana’s oldest living man — a title he’s held for four years. Born in 1922 with ten siblings, he married Margaret Haynes-Rudder in 1947, raising seven children and building a life of faith, family, and resilience. His youngest son, Wilton, credits his father’s longevity to divine grace, especially in a world where youth mortality is rising. Though age has slowed him and affected his speech, his unwavering devotion to the Seventh-day Adventist Church remains central to his life. Now assisted…