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60 & Single
Mary Bell is in her 60s. So, barely, is Susan Higgins. Mary Bell is single. So is Susan Higgins. Mary Bell likes to travel. So does Susan Higgins. Read the 60 & single package

60 & Single
Earlier this year, The Columbian invited Clark County women who were 60 or over and single to share their financial stories and offer advice to younger women. We received many thoughtful responses, all of which are posted below.

Judith Gmerek Jernigan
Fourteen years ago I retired after teaching for 30 years in Arizona and as soon as I could get full retirment pension benefits. I'm now 64 and have been divorced (my choice) for more than 2.5 years. MORE

Anonymous
My husband died unexpectedly when I was 70. To answer your questions, I am living off of a percentage of my husband's pension and my social security. Although the income was greatly reduced, I have managed to continue to stay in my house and pay the mortgage and my bills. MORE

Shirlee
I knew there were a lot of us older single women, but had no idea the statistics were that great here in Clark County. I was widowed at 67, having quit work a few years before to take care of my husband and my mother, both with dementia. MORE

Susan
I just turned 60 in December and have never been married (I'm not gay either), so I am probably in a small category of women my age. I am used to living on one income. I am an administrative specialist in Portland and rent an apartment in Vancouver. MORE

Anonymous
It is with great interest I read your request for life and single after 60. Mine is a bit different, nonetheless, does qualify. MORE

60 & Single Blog
Discussion links and commentary on issues facing women who are interested in planning for retirement. Comments and conversation welcome. Updated at least once a week by Friday. MORE












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