It was a special day at Rosewood Estates Retirement Home in Cobourg as one person celebrated their 101st birthday.
Joe Bleitzhofer celebrated his birthday amongst staff and residents and even had a special birthday parade that including emergency vehicles.
Bleitzhofer was born in the United States and served in World War II from 1943-45.
The biggest news event of his life was the first man on the moon.
He’s been a resident at Rosewood Estates for a number of years.
Activity Coordinator Melissa Davey said Bleitzhofer is a “super guy” who everyone enjoys being around.
On his birthday even staff who were off came in to wish him a “happy birthday.”
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