Caring, compassionate and kind – three words that describe Resthaven Bellevue Heights resident Mrs Betty West (nee Adams). Betty, who turns 100 on 24 January 2025, has been a resident since 2021, although she has been a fixture at the age care home for a lot longer. Betty and her husband, Lionel, moved into the … Continued
Community-minded, Resthaven Murray Mallee Hills Community Services client, Mrs Daphne Cartmel (nee Lawrie) has spent her life pouring her energy into causes that have had a large impact on those around her. Turning 100 on 13 January 2025, Daphne has baked pasties for the local hospital auxiliary group, taken on key roles in volunteer associations, … Continued
Sitting in his lounge room, in the home he helped to build with his own two hands, Resthaven Northern Community Services client Mr Daniel Justus has come a long way, both literally and figuratively, since his birth 100 years ago in the former Yugoslavia. The youngest of two children, Daniel was born on 23 December … Continued
Living independently in her own home at Oasis Garden Village, Gawler East, with support from Resthaven Northern Community Services, Mrs Joyce Bloodworth (nee Ward) recently turned 104 on 19 November – but you could be forgiven for thinking she was a much younger woman. ‘People say I don’t have many wrinkles,’ Joyce says with a … Continued
No matter what the activity, Resthaven Marion resident Mrs Alice (Joan) Hasse, always had a natural ability when it comes to pursuing her interests. Joan, who turned 100 on 15 November, has tried her hand at China painting, dressmaking, gardening, gourmet cooking and painting – excelling at them all, each individually, in turn. Often the … Continued
A consummate host, entertainer and food and wine aficionado, Resthaven Mitcham resident Mrs Denise Drew (nee Ross) celebrates her 100th birthday on 29 October 2024. Known for her charm and impeccable dress sense, Denise was an original member and patron of the Chicken and Chablis Club (a gathering of like-minded women who share a love … Continued
A volunteer with Meals on Wheels for more than 43 years, Resthaven Marion resident Mrs Marjorie Ryle (nee Birch) is this month celebrating her 100th birthday! Volunteering and helping others within the community has been a constant in Marjorie’s life. A prominent member of the Church of Christ at Albert Park (which later amalgamated with the … Continued
Happy birthday to Mrs Joyce Street (nee Penman) who turned 100 on 13 October. Joyce, a resident at Resthaven Bellevue Heights says one of the most constant and enjoyable pastimes in her life has been taking her dogs for a walk. ‘We always had a dog in the house, and he was often called Pluto,’ … Continued
Having turned 100 on 23 September 2024, Resthaven Mitcham resident Mrs June Moody (nee Ridgway) says the most important lesson in life is to be kind to others. ‘I’ve always tried to be nice and to get along with people,’ June says. ‘It is a good way to live.’ June, and her late husband, George, … Continued
Fun, adventure, and hard work have been the constants for Mrs Joan Riley, who celebrated her 100th birthday on 16 August 2024. Holding a trio of parties in honour of her milestone, Joan celebrated with family and friends, as well as having a party at the Glenelg Contract Bridge Club, where she has been a … Continued
A ‘fabulous mum’ and devoted wife who enjoys the quiet life, Mrs Patricia Marsden will celebrate her 100th birthday on 7 September. A resident of Resthaven Murray Bridge, Patricia has lived in the rural city since 2014, becoming a well-loved and supportive member of the community, particularly in the Bridge City Church congregation. Patricia grew … Continued
‘Always aim to be the best you can’. It’s a piece of advice that was offered to Resthaven Leabrook resident Miss Barbara Wagner by her father when she was a child, and it is a mantra she has lived her life by. Turning 100 on 22 August, Barbara has not wasted a moment, learning new … Continued
With a quickness of step, sharp wit and an easy laugh, Mrs Edith Reiner is ringing in her 100th birthday with no signs of slowing down. The Resthaven Marion Community Services client, who turns 100 on 13 August, lives in her own home with support from Resthaven, still has her driver’s licence, and has an active … Continued
Animals have always held a special place in the heart of Mount Gambier Resthaven resident Mrs Joan Chant, who celebrated her 100th birthday on 2 August. Joan and her husband Ellis ran “Chant’s Place” at Kongorong for more than 25 years – an animal sanctuary that was open to the public and held hundreds of … Continued
Teeing off on the first hole of the Mount Gambier Golf Club has been one of life’s great pleasures for Resthaven Limestone Coast Community Services client Mrs Isobel Phillips (nee Grayson), who turns 100 on 31 July. Some healthy competition, being amongst nature and a chance to stay fit all come together in Isobel’s love … Continued
Resthaven Fleurieu Community Services client, Dr William (Bill) Richardson is a man of language. The former Associate Professor, who turns 100 on July 27, taught French and Spanish at Grammar Schools in England for 13 years, before moving with his wife Helen and their two children to Australia in 1965. Here, he joined the Humanities … Continued
When the family of Resthaven Port Elliot resident Mrs Jean Foubister began making arrangements to celebrate her 100th birthday in April this year, they were surprised to learn she had actually already reached a century! ‘I was born in Murrayville, just on the Victorian side of the border near Pinaroo,’ Jean says. ‘When I was born, … Continued
To celebrate her 100th birthday, Mrs Dorothy Herbert, a resident of Resthaven Marion is heading out to lunch at West Lakes with family and friends. ‘We had a party earlier this year as well,’ Dorothy laughs. ‘My daughter Kathy wanted to make sure I had a celebration – just in case I didn’t make the big … Continued
Bringing a smile to someone’s day is the main motivator for Mrs Dorothy Pyne, a resident at Resthaven Port Elliot, who turns 100 on 30 June. A gifted hobby artist, Dorothy creates beautiful hand-illustrated greeting cards, which she presents to people on their birthday, as well as when they arrive at the residential aged care … Continued
When Lady Edith von Schramek (nee Popper) arrived in South Australia in 1951, she felt a bit like she had landed on the moon. It was a completely different landscape and culture to what she and her husband, Sir Eric, were used to. ‘It was so different from Europe,’ Lady Edith says, who turns 100 … Continued