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Washington’s DaSilva to turn 104

Nov. 26, 2024 3:18 pm

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Washington resident Luiza DaSilva will turn 104 years old on Dec. 8, 2024.

Cards and well wishes can reach her at 108 E. 2nd St. Apt. 1 in Washington, IA 52353.

DaSilva was born in Brazil, and immigrated to the United States in 1947 at the age of 26.

Luiza Dasilva, shown with part of her extensive collection of ceramic angels, celebrates her 100th birthday today. (James Jennings/The Union) — Luiza DaSilva, shown with part of her extensive collection of ceramic angels, will celebrate her 104th birthday on Dec. 8, 2024. (James Jennings/The Union)

Luiza Dasilva keeps her original passport photo framed and displayed in her Washington apartment. (James Jennings/The Union) — Luiza DaSilva keeps her original passport photo framed and displayed in her Washington apartment. (James Jennings/The Union)