By Brendan Rees
A Lynbrook woman has celebrated a milestone, notching up a century since she was born in 1919.
Mary Phyllis Gratwick-Sarll celebrated her 100th birthday at Lynbrook Park Aged Care on Wednesday 10 July with Federal Member for Holt Anthony Byrne dropping in for a visit.
A high tea was held in honour of the special occasion, which was attended by her family, friends and the wonderful staff at Lynbrook Park Aged Care.
Mary was born in Essex, England, and has travelled to many parts of the world including New Guinea, Switzerland, South America, France, Belgium and finally Australia. Mary has had careers in secretarial work along with working for airlines and air traffic with CAAF as well as WAAF.
Mary is multilingual and able to speak Greek, German and French in addition to English. Her favourite music is from the 40’s and 50’s, particuarly Frank Sinatra and Tom Jones.
“Mary has had a remarkable life, and still continues to live life to the fullest. I wish Mary a very happy birthday, and many happy returns on this special occasion,” Mr Byrne said.
Mary received congratulatory messages from the Queen, the Governor-General, the Prime Minister and Mr Byrne.
