DC’s oldest resident, Willie Mae Avery, celebrates 110th birthday
DC’s oldest resident celebrates 110th birthday
D.C.’s oldest resident, Willie Mae Avery, celebrated her 110th birthday Wednesday with a special gathering in northwest Washington.
WASHINGTON - D.C.’s oldest resident, Willie Mae Avery, celebrated her 110th birthday Wednesday with a special gathering in northwest Washington.
Willie Mae Avery Celebrates 110th Birthday
Walker Memorial Baptist Church hosted the event at the Rittenhouse Apartments in the Brightwood neighborhood, honoring Avery’s remarkable milestone.
What they're saying:
"To young people, trust in the Lord, and he'll bring you through all situations," she told FOX 5.
Avery attributes her longevity to her deep faith and decades of service as a surgical technician at George Washington University Hospital.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the Walker Memorial Baptist Church and Willie Mae Avery.