Big Bertha, a cow owned by a man named Jerome O'Leary, who lived in Sneem, County Kerry, Ireland, indeed lived to the age of 48 and birthed 39 calves, setting two Guinness World Records.

Pete Trevino and his barbecue pit, which he lovingly calls Big Bertha, have been a staple in Coastal Bend fundraisers and charity events. But Trevino's dedication to helping others goes beyond ...