She was a true trailblazer and an inspiration to thousands.
Yet not everyone knew her name or fully understood the impact of her life’s work.
She was the oldest living National Park Service ranger until her passing on December 21, 2025, at the remarkable age of 104.
Retired at age 100
Surrounded by loved ones, Betty Reid Soskin’s final moments reflected the way she lived her life: full, intentional, and deeply meaningful. In a statement released Sunday morning, her family said she had “led a fully packed life and was ready to leave.”Continue reading…
