Can trees die from...?

Yes trees can die of old age. Trees, via photosynthesis, makes their own energy for growth and life. Once a tree reaches a certain size (this will vary by species) the amount of energy it needs to live surpasses what it can produce. At this point the vigor and the health of the tree deteriorates. As this happens it is more susceptible to insect and disease damage and will eventually die.

Oh yes. Here in southern Illinois most the white oak over about 130 years old have heart rot. These trees are essentially dying very slowly. Eventually, it will die or a storm will force it to the ground. There are actually a number trees that die and remain standing.

trees can die of old age most at 143

Depends on the tree but ,yes, they die of old age...here is one example:

http://pick4.pick.uga.edu/mp/20q?search=Quercus+ma...

Yes! I have a tree in my driveway, and it's hundreds of years old and almost dead.

If that were so, what about the giant sequoia? Interesting thought, though.