The Town Scryer is a mixed bag of humor, socio-political observations and ephemera from the perspective of a eclectic Pagan veteran of the counter-culture.

Saturday, June 18, 2011

The Pinnacle of Geezerdom

    I learned with some sadness of the passing of Buster Martin this April 12th at the alleged age of 104. While one can hardly say "before his time" of a centenarian, in his case it might be said to be true. From all reports he worked up until his death. The late Mr. Martin is said to have fought in WWII, sired seventeen children and uncounted grandchildren. He entered and finished the London Marathon at the age of 101, taking five breaks along the way for a pint and a smoke. He also was a member of The Zimmers:




 for more on Buster see: Wikipedia , his blog, and interview.


     Be seeing you.


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