Jamaican-Canadian supercentenarian remembered with fondness
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Family members are remembering Isnet May Oldfield, who died on September 30 at the age of 110. Born in Chapelton, Clarendon, she was one of 11 children. Her family describes her life as being defined by faith, courage, and generosity. They also remember her determination to keep growing and learning.
TORONTO: The family of Jamaican-Canadian Isnet May Oldfield, 110, affectionately known as ‘Gweenie’ and ‘Mama’ is remembering her life as one “filled with courage, faith, generosity, family, and an unwavering determination to keep learning and growing.” She died on September 30. Oldfield was born on April 3, 1916, in Chapelton, Clarendon, and was one of 11 children of Albert Dwyer and Madeline McDonald.