At the MonteCedro Retirement Community in Altadena, five centenarians were celebrated, including 101-year-olds Jean Bruce Poole and Helen Devore, both World War II veterans. The event commemorated their survival of the Eaton Fire and highlighted their adventurous lives. Poole recalled being rescued during the fire, emphasizing the trauma of the experience. Meanwhile, Devore shared her experiences in the British Navy during the war and encouraged younger generations to enjoy life. Both women emphasized the importance of living fully and having fun as they celebrate their longevity and resilience.
"Eventually, I heard voices, and that was the sheriff's deputies, and they kindly took me to the senior center. So I was rescued!"
"Have fun. Live it like it's the last day. Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy, as best you can."
"When I was 20 years old, I went in the Navy. WWII was on, and I was very patriotic."
"It was a very traumatic experience, and all of us suffered from that."
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