For her 102nd birthday March 9, NHC of Fort Oglethorpe resident Mary Smith received a letter from the White House signed by President Barrack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama.
She also was given a special birthday party celebration at the assisted living facility with family and friends present.
NHC of Fort Oglethorpe hosts a birthday party for resident Mary Smith. Smith, center, who turned 102 March 9, is surrounded by family and friends. From left are her daughter-in-law Hellen Smith, grandson Jay Smith, only son James “Al” Smith and her niece Lila Davis.“Today is her birthday and my birthday,” said Mary’s son Al, who turned 82 the day she turned 102. “I come to NHC every night to check on her. She lost her sight when she was in her late 90s.”
NHC of Fort Oglethorpe Administrator John Nosworthy presented Mary Smith with the president’s congratulatory letter on reaching her milestone and for her wisdom and contribution to her state and nation, as well as a similar one from Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal’s office.
“Ms. Smith and her son Al have been a part of our family here at NHC,” said Nosworthy. “She is a real sweet lady. I have never heard her say anything negative. Al helps at NHC wherever he can. It’s an honor and a joy to provide care for Ms. Smith.”