March 2 was a very special day at J.B. Wood Extended Care as Bessie Roffey, left, celebrated her 111th birthday. Alberta’s oldest citizen, and likely oldest Canadian, is indeed a treasure. Bessie Maria Zazales was born March 2, 1897. After moving to Canada, she lived in Kinuso until 2004. Above, Lesser Slave Lake MLA Pearl Calahasen was one of many dignitaries to attend the birthday party and hear some of Bessie’s stories. Photos of Bessie’s life were displayed at J.B. Wood in her honour during the birthday party.

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