107-Year-Old Wisconsin Veteran's Advice on Life, Family, and Politics (107 years old!!)

Reynolds Tomter was a Merchant Marine in WW2, grew up in the great depression, and is now 107 years old (and still driving!). He is the oldest man in the state of Wisconsin and shares with us his advice on family, politics, fashion, and more!

[@wade_says]

To be that cognizant and aware, and able to drive, and speak this way at 107 is literally a miracle.

[@hatersgotohell627]

1000% agree. I've only seen a few 100 yr olds this sharp like this and I'm stunned

[@NHannie29]

He is my inspiration to live a long healthy life

[@jacobtait6403]

@@hatersgotohell627 makes you wonder how people can have such different levels of health from back then ?

[@suraya1224]

​​@@hatersgotohell627He could be president, despite his age. And he probably would never allow socialism, treason.

[@suraya1224]

Surprised this gentleman hasn't noticed how 1 party has become socialist. Or maybe he just didn't want to get negative. 🇺🇲

[@CheeseheadMedia]

Everyone needs to listen to this interview as everyone can learn something from it. 107 years of wisdom sitting there.

[@OsvaldoAguirre-l3i]

Exactly you are right!!

[@michaelhungate7506]

My gosh, he does NOT look 107, AMAZING!!

[@cherther13]

I agree!!!!❤

[@danerickson1632]

😊🤙

[@magdabrownis265]

This guy is smart but remember morons get old too

[@yvonnemurray5537]

Does everybody that watched this want to meet him in person much as I do?!?! What a man.

[@pocketgreetings6450]

Yes I want to meet him! 🇺🇸♥️

[@peggyowen3386]

I would love to meet him ❤

[@RedheadedMusic]

Yes, I was blessed to have a Great Uncle who lived to be 106… at 105 I sat and chatted with him about his life (for me, one last time). What a great Blessing and Honor…

[@MyWalk3296]

🤚

[@KarenK-r4f]

He’ll yeah

[@sebastienmorand2479]

Such a privilege to witness this conversation.

[@thornton851]

I don’t know how I got here but I’m happy I did

[@EasyMoneyCrew]

same

[@TheeCandyman019]

Same

[@cesarcanete3402]

Dude, you are so lucky to interview & be in the presence of a WWII veteran & member of the Greatest Generation. My absolute favorite group of people ever. Members of that generation are extremely hard to find nowadays & I'd do anything to be in their presence again. Took that generation for granted when I was a kid & didnt appreciate them back then. They really built & rebuilt America. Wonderful group of people.

[@colemant6845]

107 and SO sharp and aware... amazing.

[@happyshoe1]

I’m a 51 year old man with adult male children, one in the Marine Corp, and this video made me cry like a baby. I love that guy. He reminds me of my grandpa. He was mentally sharp his entire life, and a WW2 vet too. I really miss him. This is a great reminder to love your family deeply, especially your wife.

[@lakesidelaura2088]

I miss my veteran grandpas too(im 58)-the greatest generation ❤

[@carolgodreau6409]

I miss my dad, one of the « GREATEST GENERATION ». I so appreciate all veterans of the past and the present. A wonderful interview. Thank you sir for your service and sharing some of your life and thoughts with us.

[@carolgodreau6409]

Absolutely LOVED this!

[@vigorousboredom7016]

I'm 50 and he is from the same generation as my grandparents too. I love that generation and I love hearing the stories they tell. When I was in college several decades ago, I attended a D day celebration and got to meet some of the World War II vets and I cried like a baby as I thanked them for their service and sacrifice.

[@SarahBearah2023]

Thank you for your service. God Bless, Heal, & Keep you Always. I miss my grandfather, too. He was a WWII veteran. Army. Multiple purple hearts & bronze medals. Came back with severe PTSD. He was so kind to all of us & so fun with his grandchildren. .

[@LobsterLover530]

If you want advice from an older generation, here’s my two cents. Be kind. Be loyal. Be honest. Love your friends. Cherish your partner. If you see anyone in need - help them. Help people. Volunteer. Be a good role model. Don’t spoil your children, praise them. Regardless of your past, respect your parents. Be a good son or daughter. Be polite. Be very polite. Please and thank you, goes a long way. Open doors for people. If you see someone struggling with packages help them. Be grateful. Smile. Smile a lot. Most of all, everything you do, do it with good humor.

[@greenfox6606]

This is excellent advice. Glad to see I'm not the only one out here living this way 😁

[@wolfganghasenmaier8350]

Very good advice

[@iluv2worship]

😊Hello! With all due kindness and respect… You neglected to mention the most important decision of all: Get saved or “born again” by making Jesus your Lord and Savior. Like Jesus ‘Himself talks about in John 3:3-8. Best decision you will ever make! Then, you’ll know “where” you will spend eternity! To GOD Be the Glory!

[@shilltop1060]

God bless this wonderful man with many many more years of love and happiness

[@rowdyways4228]

@@iluv2worshipamen ✝️❤️

[@lauragreen4899]

A gentleman in our church lived to be 111. He was amazing.

[@danzalacain1027]

Consider all he has lived through, all he has seen and still he lives a life of gratitude! A model for us all.

[@OpalAllen-j8r]

One thing that stood out to me is that there was not a negative word spoken by him. I love him.

[@delializarraga9638]

Jack, thank you for this interview! 107 years of wisdom. I loved watching this interview. My father lived to be 98 years of age. He lived through World War II, boots on the ground as a an soldier in the 71st infantry division. He was 19 when he left, had just married my mother, and had a six month old son. After Germany fell, he worked at the Nuremberg trials. Then he came home and fathered 7 more children. I was lucky to be called one of Frank’s daughters.

[@MyWalk3296]

Don't you just love how he's living a good life totally unaware or effected by social media. Be a good human being

[@thecatisoutofthebag83]

I am a French-born citizen and how I wish I could meet this incredible man to look into his eyes and thank him for saving my country from Nazi oppression. This would bring so much joy to me! Thank you, sir! You are a wonderful example to all of us! 🇺🇸 🇫🇷

[@werideatdusk]

As an American it warms my heart to see this. Our two countries have much to thank each other for.

[@nbco55]

Well, I being an American born citizen, would like to thank you/your countrymen for your help during the war for our Independence. Without it we would have lost. Thank you.

[@Clevelandsteamer324]

You helped us out in our revolution. Lafayette was the man

[@thecatisoutofthebag83]

We need to always remember that division and hate bring tragedy and war while finding common ground towards the good of all brings peace, harmony and prosperity. We might not always agree, but we must learn to communicate in a productive way. My heart is heavy right now. The world seems to be on the brink of chaos. God help us all!

[@Kerithanos]

No disrespect to Mr. Tomter and all the other American boys who fought, but if the state of France today is "saved", maybe France could have done without "saving". Same goes for the rest of Western civilization. Bad Mustache Man was right. We should have listened to him.

[@markusha1615]

This video needs to be played in schools throughout the world!

[@styldsteel1]

The democrats would not allow it. They'd label him a racist. It's what we've become. Allison in Wonderlands worse nightmare

[@leeschall9014]

Absolutely agree with you, Mark! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@markusha1615]

God bless Reynolds, as a 24-year-old who's figuring life out and struggling with having gratitude despite being well off. This video is life changing and as a grown man I have tears in my eyes.

[@plebog]

Same man same

[@fking6543]

I don’t know the interviewer, but you can tell he comes from a position of respect and appreciation for Reynolds. Somebody raised him right.

[@waynehendricks8187]

I agree.

[@LaniBurki]

Thank you for this. I lost my 91 year old dad in 2023. I miss his wisdom and humor every moment of every day. He is so similar to my dad. I felt like I was hearing my dad talk once again. Every word is what my dad would have said. Our veterans and elderly are precious treasures. Once they are gone we lose way too much. Please everyone glean fom him. Agreed you should get a dog too.

[@ThomasRychlik]

He is sharp as a tack !

[@Resistculturaldecline]

Yep, his mind is still all there. The only delay is physical speech - muscular

[@JunoTafoya]

Boy this gentlemen is sharp as a tack and witty as ever at 107.Thank you Sir for your service.

[@freshnightsky]

“Be good to thy wife day”! That made me laugh and cry at the same time

[@ProCoach2373]

Great genes, but his attitude is why he still thrives! Enjoyed it!

[@pauletteanderson5411]

Thank you for a reality check that money, status and fame are not the main focus in life but family, friends and supporting your local community are what is most important. Reynolds you rock!!

[@jayembee2109]

What a wonderful man! Thanks for bringing him to us

[@timwendt6186]

Excellent and inspiring interview. Amazing he's 107 years old. Very lucky man and obviously he's very grateful for his life.

[@angelasmith1112]

I ❤him!!! The greatest generation.

[@vigorousboredom7016]

I'm 50 and he is from the same generation as my grandparents. I love that generation and I love hearing the stories they tell. When I was in college several decades ago, I attended a D day celebration and got to meet some of the World War II vets who fought their way across Europe after landing on the beaches of Normandy. I cried like a baby as I thanked them for their service and sacrifice. Some of their friends never made it home from the war.

[@bernhardbergen9258]

It's an amazing conversation, and happy birthday 107 ❤

[@cathykirk4112]

Beautiful Man I am 76 but I'll do what he said God bless you

[@fishicaleducation3694]

That was amazing. Brought tears to my eyes

[@Ritterkritterz]

Wisconsinite here. So touching & tearful to see people commenting all the way from France. ❤ May God Bless you Reynolds!

[@eileenpillmeier3270]

What a blessing. I hope you Jack, interview him again at 108.

[@PurpleLightsaber32]

We have all these young influencer men on social media but I think you can gain a lot more than all the prominent folks combined. The greatest generation. Thank you sir.

[@tht8916]

This man is a treasure! I pray that more and more people realize what a blessing it is to spend time with older folks and take their advice.

[@AnnaSzabo]

Man, how can I like it 1,000 times ❤

[@devooski4751]

I like that wisdom. “Gotta have everything” means you gotta feel like you have everything and everyone, everyday. Grateful and thankful everyday.

[@SelfStudyAtHome]

107岁还能思维敏捷、对答如流，这位老人真是一个奇迹！ 积善之家，必有余庆，好人一生平安，希望老人身体健康，每天都有好心情，这样善良的人活着都全世界都是福报！God bless you and your family!

[@cindyoconnell2471]

Wow, what a lovely man and how remarkable that he is in such good physical and mental shape! Reynolds is so sharp and positive. Jack Taylor did do a super nice job interviewing Reynolds-very likable personality!

[@MLuzu-channel]

It's 4am and here I am watching this amazing beautiful interview, smiling and nodding yes to all Mr. Reynold's shared. What an honor and blessing to hear his deeply felt belief. I miss my grandparents and granduncles and grandaunties, same generation, from Peru but hearing Mr. Reynolds Tomter this early morning was like they were all present too. I salute you sir, may God continue to bless you with so much Love and blessings. We are blessed for your service and with your presence and wisdom! So grateful for this interview Jack Taylor!! (Mary L)

[@JoeBieser-i2b]

Thank you for your service, what a sweet gentleman.

[@leviwright5522]

God has richly blessed you sir. Thank you for your service.

[@JBTurkey]

I'd like to shake this man's hand and just say, "Thank you!" 🫡 ❤ 🇺🇸

[@zulubob5824]

Amazing video.....spent an hour talking to a 95 year old man at a car dealership today. Time well spent!

[@terryg2543]

This put a smile on my face.

[@OsvaldoAguirre-l3i]

My too

[@JerroldBaron]

It was a pleasure and so refreshing to listen to Mr Reynolds.. he is typical of those who came out of the greatest generation ever. Truly a different place in time.. the decade of the 1940s America's finest hour because of people like Mr Reynolds

[@advorlando9855]

Awesome video. He is truly from the greatest generation. They were raised during the great depression, fought tyranny in WWII, and worked hard to make "made in America" mean something great, and still bestowing timeless wisdom to those who will take the time to listen. Well done to both of you.

[@ocdandanxiety]

I'm not sure how I ran into this. It was very inspiring. Live a simple life and focus on our values. Great for our mental health.

[@luisapenny8494]

What a dream guy! Wish Reynolds and his compadres would live forever, they are so resilient, loving and positive and loyal.

[@jimmybrock6593]

Ww2 veterans from the usa greatest generation. Thx !!!

[@corneliusoliver7984]

God bless him! He is my grandparents age and I miss them very much. My heart aches as our generations destroy this country. Our grandparents and great grandparents were better at most everything, especially running our cities and country.

[@nathanschroeder7799]

The older generations were better at everything because they didn't tell people what they wanted to hear and solved problems on their own!

[@RubyCrockettsolitude]

they weren’t people pleasers… spoke with conviction

[@janetminoryarnell8483]

Thank You for all the Respect and love given to this Veteran.

[@alledchristian9618]

My husband was also a WW 2 veteran. I miss him so much. & this wonderful man reminds me of him. Every time l see a veteran l thank them for serving. People need to get back to putting JESUS 1st in their lives & this United States will turn around . Thank you for this wonderful testimony & this wonderful man. 107 years young. GOD BLESS you all.

[@richardmarkklimok]

Thank you to Reynolds Tomter for your service! And thank you Jack Taylor for this video, this was wonderful.

[@TheAntHill184]

I’d want to know: 1. Did he ever meet a cilvil war veteran 2. What did the WW1 generation feel about WW2? 3. What does he miss most about being young 4. What was the most amazing thing technology wise that he felt the most about 5. What would he give for advice to future generations Thank you for doing this video and thank you fellow Veteran. FINISH WELL!

[@goaskmymom1350]

All great questions! I recall civil war veterans still around in the early 60's. Deep faith, family and love for Country is what I remember.

[@dubaiedge]

It's certain he walked among cw vets.

[@joannewesley4541]

Thank you Jack for interviewing Reynolds as he is a bright star in the sky for humanity. He represents the way life should be with family and neighbors helping each other. Thank you Reynolds for serving our country.

[@precioushopeatchison]

This was so inspiring. A man who lives and ages with kindness.

[@southbridgefarm8795]

Love this video. Thanks for sharing. I have an uncle who is 106. He’s still sharp as a whistle and keeps active. His advice is “if you stop moving, you get soft” so exercise is important.

[@lauracoussens6207]

...How lucky we are...meaning have gratitude and be thankful for your life. Contentedness adds years!

[@mr.j997]

This guy was born one year before the end of WWI. And that is pretty long time ago. Huge happy birthday on your 107th birthday Reynolds! 🎂

[@sheilabevins]

Lord you have blessed this man with long life, i pray you do keep him going for another 10 years! He seems to very good and honorable man and I thank him for his service to this country!

[@patmcgaha8120]

The Greatest Generation!!Thank you for your service Sir!

[@maureenodonnell1378]

My mom lived until she was 96. If still alive she would be 104. She was from Wisconsin also. His thoughts on life remind me of my mom, being thankful for what you have, tomorrow is a new day.

[@philreppert1993]

This is a refreshing break from all the doom and gloom on the Internet.

[@boliojesus4]

the mental firepower this man has, incredible.

[@travisdean8794]

Amazing. Ron is a true definition of a man. I salute him and his service.

[@laurawalker4042]

My great great grandmother lived to 107 as well. She was still mentally sharp. I LOVED hearing about her life. She saw so many eventful things happening in her life. It’s so important to hear our elder’s stories

[@pinkiesue849]

If you can make your family a little booklet of her stories,I know they would love it.

[@Kim-yy8kl]

I wonder did she take any meds? My mom 88 was always sharp as a tack, since on meds, statins really gone down hill!

[@laurawalker4042]

@@Kim-yy8kl She wouldn’t even take an aspirin for a headache. No meds whatsoever. She passed in 1979. They didn’t deal out pharmaceuticals then like they do nowadays.

[@markboss331]

Mr.Tomter being a life long wisconsin resident THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE

[@christineeby3478]

I feel blessed to have watched this video! What a guy!

[@williamkimmer6221]

Thanks for the interview. Really informative. This MAN doesn't look his age he looks Younger Thanks to this MAN for his service 👍👍 Happy more Years to him. GOD Bless Him 🙏

[@jaybrown3924]

Wow what a blessing he is to all of us .

[@martylesnick2032]

HOW ADORABLE IS HE!!!! AS A WISCONSIN BRED AND RAISED WOMEN SO PROUD OF HIM. THANK YOU FOR INTERVIEWING THIS LOVELY AMERICAN HERO.

[@grantmourning189]

Excellelent video! My dad just died at 73. This man must have lived a much healthier life with way less stress. I like watching these stories! True gentleman

[@grantmourning189]

No sympothys needed. Dad lived a good life and died in his sleep. Devoted christian. I have no fear he is not in heavan

[@elizabethmchenry3102]

This man is just truly amazing! His mind is so clear and he knows everything and remembers almost everything!!! ❤

[@BoxVanDee]

I love this guy!!!

[@craftsmancollaborative]

Words to live by - thank you for your service Reynolds!

[@Todd-w6u]

What an Amazing man and an Amazing Life…………long life ! Sharp, Handsome, insightful………Truly the Greatest Generation!

[@FridaKristensen-g4o]

Good Morning Todd, How are you doing today?

[@mariannemay4760]

God bless you, Reynolds. The world will be watching the Honor Flight and because of your story, be even more grateful for the bravery of our troops. Come home safely, and keep your days filled with good friends and safe driving 💖

[@andyrodriguez5494]

I'm not crying, you're crying! The humility of this man to say "I feel like I'm getting something that I haven't earned". The truth is he's earned more than this country could ever repay.

[@MyWalk3296]

Love this 💞💞 I want to be a teenager of senior citizens, thank you & thank you Renolds not only for your service but for your wisdom

[@gb-bp1me]

Thank you for your service Reynolds. Big hug.

[@timenszer]

Thanks for your service from a 60 year young veteran. I’ve buried 2 wives and yes you must be good to them while there here

[@OsvaldoAguirre-l3i]

Wao the hold nation needs to listen to this wonderful men! This men can teach us what America is all about! God bless you and a million times thank you for your service to our beautiful country! Thank sir!!

[@kathy875]

He really nails it on the priorities in life…family and friends! ❤

[@Rob-hh5sd]

What a beautiful soul, I have always tried to spend as much time as possible with older people. He's proof that if you live right and keep your values, you'll be living your best life ❤

[@brewster84067]

Wow what a privilege to interview someone who has lived through the changes in our world that this blessed man has. The wisdom of the simplicity of those who lived through these early generations transcends any overload in today's info-centric environment. Love your spouse. Love your fellow man (or woman). Be kind. These virtues never die.

[@gingerpie1978]

Thank you! What an honor to watch this wonderful man! I would love to meet him. 💙

[@cherylGrimm-c1t]

He's feisty he'll tell you straight up how it is he's got a good heart he's stubborn like my family is he's not going to let anyone stand in his way no matter what he's older and wiser than all of us put together even though I am 65 years old going on 66 this month he has a heart of gold but he also makes me laugh and he keeps me on my toes he has the same heart of gold as my family he stands strong but he throws it back at you when you throw it at him that's a good catch on word positive he's a good person and he stays positive with the Outlook of all of you you're all his guardian Angels because he loves you with a passion for who you are keep him going keep him smiling keep doing everything you can with him and tell his time but he loves you all don't let up take him places do things with them give him this time and wisdom to be somebody who has something to remember you all by and you will remember everything you have done with him he loves you more than you know God bless him for being 107 years old because my grandmother Elizabeth Grimm 104 years old back East she passed away and she enjoyed life and tell her time came God bless himhe will always be loved and cherished by all of you you going to miss him

[@paulinaarevalo7203]

Wonderful interview! What a extraordinary man!❤ love Wisconsinites. A warm hug from the Netherlands!

[@dianakirk7358]

What A Treasure, he is Full of Hope and Joy, Blessed with Gratitude 🙌🙌🙌

[@SimplyAtHomeMom]

This makes me smile. God bless that man thank you for making such a precious video! And thank you sir for your service!

[@kellydorney3514]

So much wisdom to share.

[@OsvaldoAguirre-l3i]

Exactly

[@AngelPeterson-c4h]

Thank you Reynolds and Jack! This is really special. I love what Reynolds thought when he turned 100! LOL

[@cindyspiess9963]

Aaaw , That was so very nice !☺️ That man is an inspiration for sure ! 🥰

[@cindym4946]

Beautiful interview. Thank you, what a treasure.

[@gurkamalkaur3207]

Feel blessed this popped up on my feed. Wonderful to partake in your interview with Reynolds. He gives hope that the best is yet to come for me. So happy he is being honored. My Dad served in the Navy in WWII. He had to get his parents to give permission for him to join, as he was 17 years old.

[@randythomson7265]

What a gem! Great man God bless him! Thanks for his service to our country. They don’t make them like him anymore.

[@martinacruz9762]

The Sense of Humor from a life-time experience.❤❤❤

[@garycreed9534]

What a special day for all…thank you Sir for your service and sharing your wisdom, made me miss my 100 1/2 year old Grandfather 🥰❤️best wishes and blessings your way~Angela … what a great interview…thank you!

[@sunnyphillips6700]

What an amazing man ,true inspiration for us all, God bless .