Cary senior living community honors 101-year-old resident on National Centenarian’s Day

CARY, N.C. (WNCN) — In recognition of National Centenarian’s Day on Tuesday, a senior living community honored a resident who remains active past the age of 100.

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At 101, Ruth Jeanne Marmarose gets dressed up with jewelry, goes to breakfast, and takes a daily walk while living at Brookdale Cary, according to the senior community.

According to Brookdale Cary, Marmarose briefly served in the Nurse Corps before becoming a real estate agent while her children were growing up.

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Brookdale Cary said Marmarose has been to 15 countries and more than 30 cruises. She has also gambled all over, usually winning.

Marmarose credits good genes, hearty food, and an active lifestyle to her long life, according to Brookdale Cary.

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