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Uncle Eddie’s resident scores 100!
Scoring 100 not out in the game of life yesterday was Gladys La Roach; a current resident of the well-known Uncle Eddie’s Caring Home.
Centenarian Gladys La Roach at her 100th birthday party
Ms. La Roach, born on August 5, 1913, started life in the North Cummingsburg area which also remained her last known address, according to the Home’s records. She was registered as a resident in her 75th year.
Adorned with a white dress, the centenarian was the Guest of Honour at a simple get-together held at the Home in honour of her 100th birthday.
Since she was not able to contribute vocally to the occasion because of present health conditions, the centenarian sat attentively in the middle of the room, surrounded by numerous well-wishers, enjoying the atmosphere and munching on the goodies that were prepared for her.
While a few were disappointed that she could not have relayed the intriguing highlights of her 100 years, assumed family members at the home attested to her having spent her long life well.
Associates spoke of the fact that the woman had never gotten married nor had any children of her own, however, loneliness never followed her, since she filled the void caring for those who were not her own. According to records, the woman worked as a domestic help and enjoyed music and singing.
Well-wishers at the occasion described her as a very contented, humourous and tidy person. Contributing to her humorous side was her “plain-spoken trait”, as some put it.
“She gave us so much laughter. And her humour was even seen when something doesn’t suit her, she tells you off about it right away. She wouldn’t hesitate to tell you what is on her mind,” were the comments of former Matron of the Home, Rita McEwan.
Mr. Dash, a fellow resident, also recalled having pleasant moments with the centenarian, and spoke with admiration about her longevity.
“You got to bat safe, if you don’t bat safe you gon be out. But you mek yuh hundred, Gladys. That is wonderful!” Gladys was urged by those gathered to continue pressing forward in the race of life.
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