Rita Doucette, a resident at Fairview Estates in Hopkinton, celebrated her 100th birthday on Friday with a party and a parade of classic cars — led by a police escort — through the center of town.
Doucette was presented a cake marking the historic occasion. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Providing entertainment in the form of an original song were (from left) Ann Rutter (on piano), Barbara Devane, Dee Connolly and Ruth August. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Police Chief Joseph. Bennett was on hand to offer best wishes. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Doucette was escorted through town in a Ford Falcon convertible that dates to the early 1960s. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Doucette received citations from state officials. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Doucette also received a certificate from Pope Francis. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Among those in attendance were (from left) Zoe Doucette, Judy Horton, Stephen Doucette, Eleanor Wyckoff, Julia Doucette and Cece Doucette. PHOTO/JOHN CARDILLO
Thanks so much for helping to celebrate Rita’s 100th! Wonderful photos!
Happy birthday,Rita. What a nice celebration! I loved seeing the pictures. You look so happy surrounded by family, friends and community. Hello to your family. Fondly, Liz Hagan
Loved sharing Rita’s 100th birthday celebration pictures. She looks wonderful and you all seem to be enjoying a good time. Love, Jo Benson
Happy Belated Birthday Rita …
GOD Bless you.
From Patrick and Diane White
35 Ralsey Road, Stamford, CT
Shippan Point
Happy BIrthday Silly Rita! Looking good!!!!! Matt Horton