[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by collie1228

The current life expectancy of 77 years refers to a male person born in 2014, not one born in 1936. Mr. Morse, who I believe was born in 1936, had a life expectancy of 60.6 years at birth (Source: University of California, Berkeley statistics). So by living to age 77, he did pretty well over his lifespan. I never met the man, but I will forever be grateful for his vision and effectiveness as a manager. He created something special here.

My last post on the subject, as it detracts from the intent of the thread. Life expectancy is not static. It is recalculated constantly based on the newest statistics. Anyone born in 1936 was expected to live 60.6 years based on the facts up to that time. The person born in 1936 is benefited by all the improvements in mortality developed during his/her lifetime, and also by surviving peers that passed earlier. The best and most up to date life expectancy for any person, born at any time is available at ssa.gov. Again, I apologize for the diversion from the thread.

[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

My last post on the subject, as it detracts from the intent of the thread. Life expectancy is not static. It is recalculated constantly based on the newest statistics. Anyone born in 1936 was expected to live 60.6 years based on the facts up to that time. The person born in 1936 is benefited by all the improvements in mortality developed during his/her lifetime, and also by surviving peers that passed earlier. The best and most up to date life expectancy for any person, born at any time is available at ssa.gov. Again, I apologize for the diversion from the thread.

No apology is necessary as I found your info, illuminating.

We all don't know when our final days will be but I think it is highly useful to plan for it, and live as effectively as we can, with our time remaining.

After all, " we are all looking downhill".

I personally would like to have had an event, to honor Gary Morse's memory.

[Carla B]

"La Sagrada Familia," the extraordinary magnificent basilica in Barcelona designed by architect Antonio Gaudi, has been described as Gaudi's "Magnum Opus."

The Villages is Gary Morse's Magnum Opus.

[GatorFan]

The family asked that donations be made to the Villages Charter School. If everyone gave just $10.00 with 100,000 residents total would be $1,000,000. What a way to say that you to Mr. Morse. Add all the employees and businesses on top of that and the result would be unbelievable. I am writing my check today...how bout you!

[ConnecticutYankee]

Originally Posted by GatorFan

The family asked that donations be made to the Villages Charter School. If everyone gave just $10.00 with 100,000 residents total would be $1,000,000. What a way to say that you to Mr. Morse. Add all the employees and businesses on top of that and the result would be unbelievable. I am writing my check today...how bout you!

Can you please tell us where to send the donation? This is a wonderful way to say thank you to Gary Morse for all he has done.

[Villages PL]

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

My last post on the subject, as it detracts from the intent of the thread. Life expectancy is not static. It is recalculated constantly based on the newest statistics. Anyone born in 1936 was expected to live 60.6 years based on the facts up to that time. The person born in 1936 is benefited by all the improvements in mortality developed during his/her lifetime, and also by surviving peers that passed earlier. The best and most up to date life expectancy for any person, born at any time is available at ssa.gov. Again, I apologize for the diversion from the thread.

One of my ancestors, on my family tree, was born in 1850 and died in 1957. Also, my grandparents were born in the late 1800s and lived longer than the current average lifespan.

[Villages PL]

When the father of Gary Morse, Harold Schwartz., died they had a nice memorial ceremony at Spanish Springs Town Square. That's when they placed his ashes in a small compartment under his statue.

I was one of those in attendance and appreciated the fact that they shared the experience with the public. It seemed like the right thing for Mr. Schwartz because he was a man of the people, so to speak.

He used to walk around the villages, say hello, and stop to talk to anyone who had something to say.

[jblum315]

Originally Posted by Villages PL

One of my ancestors, on my family tree, was born in 1850 and died in 1957. Also, my grandparents were born in the late 1800s and lived longer than the current average lifespan.

My father (not my grandfather) was born in 1876 and died in 1960. I was born in 1940.