Valentina Vorobyova, a resident of Chernoistochinsk, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia, passed away on 25 March, at the age of 112 years, 30 days, according to grgo.ru.
Vorobyova was born on 23 February 1913, in the village of Chernoistochinsk, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia. Raised in a poor family, she was one of six children, though only three survived to adulthood. Her family relied on farming and soap-making to survive, with everyone contributing to daily tasks. From a young age, Valentina helped carry water for soap-making, tend to livestock, and work in the fields, leaving little time for play or formal education. She completed only three grades of school before her responsibilities at home took priority.
As a teenager, Valentina learned sewing at a newly opened workshop, developing a skill that would later serve her well. At 18, she married Alexander Vorobyov, a miner from a nearby village. With her husband often away for work, she managed the household and cared for their three children—Galina, Boris, and Vera. Though she never held formal employment, her sewing skills gained recognition, and she began taking in work from others in her community.
During World War II, Alexander was severely injured in battle, losing an arm and a leg. After returning home in 1945, he adapted to life with crutches and contributed to household tasks, while Valentina and their children handled hard physical labor. Following Alexander’s death, Valentina faced financial hardship due to missing pension documents and supported herself by selling farm goods until her son Boris began caring for her.
The featured image was taken on her 105th birthday, and sourced from: old.oblgazeta.ru
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Valentina Vorobyova during this difficult time.
