Crewe resident Irene celebrates 105!
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Remarkable Irene Stockton, believed to be Crewe’s oldest resident, has celebrated her 105th birthday at Alexandra Mill in Shavington.
The milestone was marked in true style at the care home where Irene was joined by family, friends and Crewe Mayor Sally Graham. Together they opened birthday cards, including a very special one from the King and Queen.
What made the day so memorable was that it was fulfilled by Irene’s own birthday wishes. She welcomed a visit from the Cheshire Fire & Rescue crew, raised a glass of Prosecco with cheese and tea cakes, and enjoyed a live acoustic set by her favourite guitarist, Paul Walker.
Later, she tucked into her all-time favourite dinner, lamb chops with mash, plenty of gravy and lemon drizzle cake to finish.
Wearing a sparkling tiara, Irene enjoyed afternoon tea and reflected on the day. “I am happy and love my tiara, I am very blessed,” she said with a smile.
When asked about her secret to such a long and happy life, her advice was simple: “Keep breathing, eat plain food with vegetables and stay healthy.”
Irene, who worked in a munitions factory during the war years, has a penchant for fashion and has been something of a shopaholic for clothes.
Now registered blind, she loves to listen to audio books and has regular deliveries from Crewe library.
She has a firm friendship with the library ladies who deliver three times a week and attended her party.
She loves to join in with the home’s
cheese and wine afternoons and looks forward to visits from pet therapy dogs – and she likes nothing better than a good old fashioned singalong.
The Alexandra Mill team said it was an honour to celebrate alongside Irene. Home Manager Stephanie Sheer shared: “Irene has thoroughly loved the afternoon of celebrations, and we feel honoured to have taken part in her very special day.”
A big Happy Birthday Irene from One Crewe!
Do you know any local resident older than Irene?
Let us know.
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