Seven Residents at Lely Palms Celebrate 100 Years Old

On Thursday, September 30 at Lely Palms in East Naples, seven residents were honored for turning 100 years old.

Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann was on hand to honor the centurions, who also received letters from President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

Fran Federico, Glen Nelson, Jack Visconti, Mary Thompson, Madeline Currie, Nancy Schumacher, and Virginia Siemianowski were the guests of honor at an elegant luncheon.

Each person had a bit of advice for those who may wish to live to be 100:

Virginia Siemianowski:  "Always be kind to people.”

Mary Thompson: “Life is all about having a good time!”

Madeline Currie: “Kindness is one of the nicest things you can give to each other. I want to be remembered for being kind, patient and understanding.”

Jack Visconti: Apply yourself in whatever you do. Give 10% more and you’ll get it back.”

Glen “Speedy” Nelson: “Thank the Lord first. Don’t worry about the future, it will take care of itself.”

Fran Federico: “Laugh a lot and everyone will be happier.”

Nancy Schumacher: Keep walking, keep exercising. If you don’t use it, you will lose it.”