There was great cause for celebration this week at Juniper
Village Senior Living at Brookline, as Pines resident Oliver Runde turned 100
years young! Oliver’s daughter, Debrah, joined her father and a room full of
his Juniper friends to partake in cake & ice cream, and a spirited
sing-a-long led by local entertainment legend, pianist Ray Fortunato. Oliver
told tales of his service in the US Army, and his work as an industrial
engineer, and his time as President of Federal Glass in Columbus, Ohio. He
fondly recalled his life in Florida with his late wife, Martha, and
affectionately paid tribute to his three children, six grandchildren, and five
great-grandchildren. At the end of the celebration, he was presented with
special centenarian commemorative certificate from the Pennsylvania Senate.
When asked his advice for living a long and healthy life, his
daughter sighted his unwavering positive attitude. Oliver said that we should
all “live life the way it’s meant to be”, adding that we “be honest and take
care of [ourselves].” Simply put, he shared, “I always just did what they told
me!”
Happy birthday, Oliver, from your Juniper Village family!
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