Wales’s oldest man credits simple living and fish and chips at 107
Owen Filer, believed to be the oldest man in Wales, says his long life has no secret: he worked throughout his life, lived simply and avoided overeating. As he approaches his 107th birthday, he has jokingly credited fish and chips with helping him reach the milestone.
Born in 1919, Filer served with the Royal Welsh Fusiliers and the Military Police during the Second World War. He celebrated with family, friends and fellow veterans, and received a commemorative statuette from SSAFA in recognition of his service. He has four children, 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
- Owen Filer is nearing his 107th birthday.
- He credits a simple life and fish and chips.
- The wartime veteran was honoured by SSAFA.
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Owen Filer was born in 1919, when Wales was still recovering from the First World War. During the Second World War, he served with the Royal Welsh Fusiliers and the Military Police, two parts of the British armed forces.
Filer’s long life spans major changes in Wales and Britain, from wartime service to the present day. His family includes four children, 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, while his military service has also been recognised by SSAFA, a charity that supports the armed forces community.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “‘Oldest man in Wales’ recommends diet of fish and chips as he nears his 107th birthday”.