Area woman marks 100th birthday with friends and family at two events

By Ron Giofu

Family and friends of Florence Logan gathered for a pair of events on the weekend to celebrate a major milestone with her.

The Logan family said they were honored and blessed to celebrate Florence’s 100th birthday. Her actual birthday was June 30 with Florence being referred to as the family’s “beloved matriarch.”

The festivities began last Friday night with a banquet at the Caboto Club.

On Saturday, the celebration continued with a picnic

Florence has “witnessed a century of extraordinary change and growth, experiencing the profound transformations that have shaped the world as we know it today.

Throughout her remarkable life, Florence has been a source of inspiration, strength, and unwavering grace, touching the lives of all who have had the pleasure of knowing her, the family stated in a news release.

“The world has changed three-quarters,” she said.

Florence’s longevity can be attributed to her spirit, positive outlook on life, insatiable appetite for travel, and dedication to remaining in perpetual motion. Her family says her infectious laughter, kind heart, gentle wisdom, impeccable style and class have endeared her to many.

Florence’s family and friends say they admire her resilience, compassion, and the vast wealth of knowledge she possesses, making her an adored figure in their lives.

“I actually know everyone here,” she quipped, as she looked over the crowded banquet room Friday night.

Florence added she had family in from as far as Florida and Arizona.

Florence has four children, 20 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren, and “countless others” who have called her Grandma.

Florence also has been described as a mentor, counselor, and confidant to many.

Florence said she considers her children and grandchildren her “medicine,” joking they are better than the prescriptions I get.”

Her family says Florence has dedicated herself to numerous charities close to her heart, notably, the Amherstburg Freedom Museum, and other local charities. She was further described as someone who shares her wisdom at community events and always lends a helping hand to those in need. Florence’s selflessness and generosity have left an indelible mark on the lives she has touched.

Her grandson Guy said they had three generations of family speak, including Florence’s siblings and children, a guitar solo from her great-grandson Brett Logan and tributes and awards from local politicians with one even coming from King Charles III.

Florence said she knew the event was coming but was still pleased.

“They had to ask me questions,” she said. “They couldn’t get the answers unless they asked me the questions.”

Florence told her family and friends she couldn’t find the words to express her gratitude.

“I guess it is worth being 100-years-old,” she said.

Among the long list of those who paid tribute was her grandson Monty, who is the president of the Amherstburg Freedom Museum’s board of directors. He described Florence as being everything a grandmother should be, and listed adjectives including compassionate, kind, patient, honest, humble and truthful.

“If you don’t want to know the truth, don’t ask grandma,” he said. “She’ll let you know the truth.”

Logan said he got his love of travel through her as well as the desire to give back.

“The work I’ve been doing at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum is because of you,” he told Florence. “I appreciate everything you’ve done for us. You’ve been amazing.”

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