The incredible quintet of residents — Philip Alonzo, Helen Blecker, Paul Miller, Lillian Smith and Juanita Woods — have a combined 500 years of experience and memories. They celebrated their birthdays together at a party attended by friends, family and even the mayor of North Canton. The centenarians received a proclamation from the mayor and a letter honoring their remarkable achievement.
Born into a world on the brink of change, they witnessed history unfold before their eyes, from the Roaring Twenties to the digital age. They have weathered life’s storms with grace and fortitude.
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Philip Alonzo is a retired engineer, guitarist and the longest-standing member of the Arrowhead Golf Club.
During World War II, Helen Blocker served as an Army nurse and rose to the rank of lieutenant.
Paul Miller is an Army veteran and a retired journalist of 30 years with The Repository newspaper.
Lillian Smith taught high school students on subjects like secretarial and shorthand typing.
A church choir director for 35 years, Juanita Woods also performed with the Canton Civic Opera and performed in Europe.
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