James Beach was married to the mother of his children for over 60 years. His wife was the one who taught him the Bible and together, they got involved in their local church. When they weren’t at church, they enjoyed going to the campgrounds in Camby, IN. They were so busy doing the things they loved that it wasn’t until after his wife passed that James purchased his very first television. He quickly became an Indiana Pacers fan. His advice to young people is to get a good job as soon as you can and be faithful to it.

Jean Duwe spent her days volunteering at Crossroads Easter Seals, Boy Scouts, churches and the Children’s Museum. Her hobbies included bingo, bridge and hiking with her “little” boys. Her secret to longevity is to enjoy the sunshine and spend time outdoors.

Kay McGinty wore many hats: clerk at a department store, waitress, worked at an insurance company, mom and grandma. Her advice to living a long life: “Take good care of yourself. Love your family and be kind to everyone!”

Lillian Davidson, who was born in Kentucky, was a vibrant resident of Lake Pointe Village. She was the mother of four children and the grandmother of 11. She worked several years at the U.S. Powder Company in Charlestown. Her hobbies include gardening, reading, playing cards and working on puzzles. Roses are her favorite flower.

Born August 2, 1913 in Howard County, Indiana, Mrs. Bronson is a 1928 graduate of Kokomo High School. She attended Indiana University in Bloomington. She married Frank Sallee, who passed, and William Bronson, who also preceded her in death. She has five children, 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She worked as a dental assistant and CNA. She enjoyed sewing and crocheting. Mrs. Bronson told her family that she was a sickly baby, but that changed after the family doctor made a special “home brew” for her which helped her get better. “My mom thinks the brew is her secret to longevity,” said her daughter Cheryl Locke.

Lizzie Mae Barrett is a sweetheart! She loves engaging in activities and is always open to trying new things!

This Cayuga, Indiana native was a homemaker. She has five children and several grandchildren. As a younger woman, she loved dancing, sewing and cooking. Her advice for a long life: a good diet comprised of three healthy meals a day and never skip a meal, never smoke or drink. She has her own teeth which she brushes twice a day. For her skin, she uses a little Oil of Olay on her face each day.

Monticello Healthcare is celebrating resident Lois Smith as she turns 101 on Thursday, June 15. Lois was born in Rockfield, Indiana. She worked for 26 years at a factory called Switches in Logansport, where she was a final tester on car parts. She was married to Glenn for 49 years and they had three children together. Her hobbies included travel, and she loved to play Euchre and was a member of Euchre clubs. She has always loved reading and she has read countless books. You can still find her reading her Kindle often. Lois states that she has always enjoyed being active and has always felt young for her age.

I was born March 28, 1922 in Muncie, Indiana. I grew up at 306 Highland Avenue. My parents are Lala Marine (Rinker) and John (Stuart) Bender. My father was born in 1900 in Battle Creek, Michigan. I have a brother, Edward. My grandmother's name is Lora Rinker, who lived with us for awhile. My other grandparents are John Irving Bender and Esther Ann Vollick. I had a lot of aunts and uncles on my dad's side. I went all through school in Muncie and even went to college at Ball State. I was in the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority. We used to host things like dances and weiner roasts.  I married Fodge (Earl W Hays), who has since passed away in 1995. I work for the bank during the war and was in charge of printing the money. I also worked for a minister at the church. I have two children: Sheila and Steve. I like to play cards.

Born in Pike County, Indiana, Mrs. Morford graduated from Manuel High School in 1931. She and her late husband, Robert, have one son, William. She enjoyed reading and working puzzles. Her advice for living a long life: “Believe in God and stay active.”