Joan Faville's friends and neighbours help her celebrate her 100th birthday at home in Springfield Court, Forres
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FRIENDS and neighbours helped celebrate a Forres grandmother’s 100th birthday.
Joan Faville’s grandson Elliot Oldfield, a local ROV pilot, helped organise a party attended by around 20 people at her home in Springfield Court.
The centenarian said: “I had a fabulous day!
“The people in Forres are always so friendly and obliging - I was made to feel at home here straight away.”
Joan’s son-in-law, former RAF serviceman John Oldfield, confirmed she followed him and his wife Julien to Forres from Gloucester 25 years ago, after the death of her husband Gerald.
John explained: “Joan’s career was with the civil service and she worked in munitions in Birmingham during the Second World War. She also has a son in Southampton and she’s always been special to us all. She never thinks of herself, just everyone!”
He added: “Joan was overwhelmed during the celebrations.
“Everyone shared bubbly and cake, and Joan showed off her card from the Queen.”
And on the secret to such a long life, Joan keeps it simple: “Determination,” she said. “And hard work.”
