KINGSBRIDGE HEIGHTS, Bronx (WABC) -- Thirteen New Yorkers celebrated turning 100 or older this year during a special birthday celebration at a living community in the Bronx.
The birthday bash was held at The New Jewish Home on Friday afternoon -- the same day that one of the centenarians, Lucy Reavis, celebrated her actual birthday.
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Collectively, the 13 New Yorkers have lived more than 1,316 years. Some of the celebrants included two WWII heroes and a pioneering marriage therapist.
The birthday boys and girls were joined by more than 100 friends and family members.
They celebrated with a giant cake, refreshments and gifts. Each honoree received a silver-framed portrait of themselves taken by a professional photographer.
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Happy birthday to all of the special New Yorkers!
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