A Teesside pensioner enjoyed double celebrations with two parties to mark her 100th birthday.
Centenarian Margaret ‘Peggy’ Cooke celebrated her milestone birthday on December 29, surrounded by her loving family and friends, marking a day filled with joy, laughter, and cherished memories. Originally from Aldbrough on the Suffolk coast, Peggy moved to Hartlepool at the age of 17 in 1941 with her family.
It was here, in her first week in the town, that she met her future husband, Charlie Cooke. The pair went on to build a happy life together in Hartlepool, raising their three children – John, Ann, and Jane.
Peggy has since enjoyed the company of her seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. To mark Peggy’s 100th birthday, her family was determined to celebrate in style, which involved a two-part celebration.
Peggy was thrilled with her card from the King and Queen
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The first part took place with her large family and close friends at her daughter Ann’s home in West Park and the second celebration was held with her fellow residents and staff at Elwick Grange Care Home. The highlight of her special day was receiving a congratulatory card from the King and Queen, a moment that Peggy was delighted with.
When asked about the secret of a long and happy life Peggy said: “I have been very fortunate to have good people around me all my life, my family have always taken care of me. With a big family, I have been lucky to have been surrounded by babies and children my whole life and I think they keep you young.”
Peggy’s family, friends and the residents and staff at Elwick Grange were honoured to celebrate this incredible milestone with her and they look forward to many more joyful moments together.
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