Eula Bingham Casalina lived more than 110 years, a life that spanned an entire century of unimaginable change. She passed away on June 22, 2025. Recognized as a supercentenarian, she began life as a farm girl, in a home with a dirt floor, no electricity, and no running water. Her family were homesteaders, carving out a life from the land with determination, resilience, and hard work. Later, she and her sister moved to the San Francisco Bay Area at a time when Oakland was still a patchwork of oak forests and farmland.
A Century of Change
She witnessed history firsthand, living through the influenza epidemic, two world wars, and profound social and technological revolutions. Yet she remained marvelously grounded, full of curiosity and wonder at the modern world.
I remember showing her pictures on my mobile phone, and she would tilt her head in amazement and say, "And all of that is in your little phone?" Her eyes would widen, and her voice carried a mixture of disbelief and delight, as if she could hardly believe the world had changed so much in her lifetime.
Quiet Strength and Sharp Wit
Her life was remarkable in so many ways. She had a quiet strength, a sharp wit, and a kindness that left an impression on everyone she met. She loved her family deeply and never missed an opportunity to share a story, a laugh, or a word of wisdom.
For the past 20 years, ever since my dad became ill, I called her every night. Those conversations became a sacred ritual, a connection that I will treasure forever.
I can't even begin to describe how much I'll miss her, and I can't believe I won't hear her cute and funny responses on the phone anymore.
A Legacy of Time and Love
Her life reminds me how fleeting time is and how precious the bonds we share truly are.
