103-Year-Old Continues Bartending Career at His Own Establishment
Irv E. Koch, a 103-year-old man, continues to work as a bartender at his own establishment, "Irv's Basement Bar," located in Pasadena, Maryland, after 63 years of service.
Anchorage, AK, October 5, 2026 — Pasadena, Maryland – At 103 years old, Irv E. Koch remains a fixture behind the bar at Irv’s Basement Bar, his own establishment. Koch has dedicated 63 years of his life to serving patrons at the bar, located in Pasadena, Maryland.
The longevity of his career is notable, with Koch continuing to work as a bartender despite his advanced age. The establishment, Irv’s Basement Bar, has been his own venture for over six decades. The summary provided does not include details regarding the specific date of the bar’s opening, nor does it specify the exact nature of his daily duties at this time.
Koch’s commitment to his work spans 63 years, a significant period in any career. At 103 years old, he represents an exceptional case of sustained professional engagement. Information regarding the initial inspiration for opening the bar, or any milestones in its history, was not detailed in the provided summary. Similarly, details about his personal life or any succession plans for the establishment were not mentioned.
The current operational status and the full scope of Koch’s involvement at Irv’s Basement Bar are based on the provided summary, which indicates he continues to work there. No additional information was available regarding specific business operations, staffing, or the bar’s customer base beyond the fact that Koch serves as a bartender.
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