The Bend Bulletin Reports Aspen Ridge Resident’s 100th Birthday

Olive “Pat” Irene Nixon of Bend, celebrated her 100th birthday with a reception 2 p.m. Tuesday June 2 at Aspen Ridge Retirement Community. A family gathering followed at the home of her daughter and son-in-law.

Mrs. Nixon was born June 3, 1908, in Vancouver Wash. She married Wallace Nixon , who died in 2000. She has one child, Linda (and David) Franz, of Bend; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Nixon worked as a personal secretary in the agricultural engineering department of Oregon State University, retiring in 1974. She enjoys playing the piano, playing cards and participating in activities at Aspen Ridge Retirement Community.

She has lived in central Oregon for eight years.

Although John has Alzheimer’s Disease, he still knows Genevieve. His eyes light up when she is near. The love they share is obvious to anyone observing them. During their surprise party, John and Genevieve were serenaded with love songs that brought smiles to their faces, and more than a few tears to guests’ eyes. In this day and age, seventy five years of living is quite an accomplishment - seventy five years of marriage is a triumph!