Lori and George Schappell were born on September 18, 1961, in Pennsylvania.

Lori acted as Georges facilitator and worked in a laundry, arranging her workload around his singing commitments.

She was also described as a trophy-winning bowler.

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George was also unable to walk due to spina bifida, a condition that affects the spine.

Upon turning 24, the Schappells began living on their own.

Additionally, they explained that they had different bathing schedules, so they showered one at a time.

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Lori further explained: Its the whole thing, compromise.

And that you dont get everything you want right when you want it.

When asked whether they wanted to be separated, George replied: Absolutely not.

“Why Fix What Isn’t Broken?”: World’s Oldest Conjoined Twins Pass Away Aged 62

My theory is: Why fix what is not broken?

It was so tough, but I was getting older and I simply didnt want to live a lie.

I knew I had to live my life the way I wanted.

“Why Fix What Isn’t Broken?”: World’s Oldest Conjoined Twins Pass Away Aged 62

Lori recalled at the time: Obviously it was a shock, but I am so proud of him.

Nothing can break that.

Their cause of death was not stated, theInquirerreported.

“Why Fix What Isn’t Broken?”: World’s Oldest Conjoined Twins Pass Away Aged 62

Lori and George are survived by their father and six siblings, with their funeral services reportedly remaining private.

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