With smiles, embraces and heartfelt wishes, Marie Susan Gumbs celebrated her 101st birthday, a cherished milestone for her family and the wider Anguillian community.
The much-loved centenarian, known as Suzette, welcomed a stream of visitors throughout the day on Thursday, 11 February, including Governor Julia Crouch.
She shared with her stories of singing in the church choir, managing a factory producing 13 types of cola and preparing the rooms for Queen Elizabeth II’s visit to Anguilla in 1994.
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In a Facebook post, the Anguilla Social Security Board paid tribute to one of the island’s oldest pensioners, celebrating her long life and contributions to the community.
“Reaching this milestone is a true testament to a life of strength, resilience, wisdom and grace. Mrs Gumbs embodies a generation whose contributions helped shape the Anguilla we know today,” they wrote.
The board presented the centenarian with a personalised birthday card and a cheque for EC$500 in honour of her special day.
