West Haven Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday

WEST HAVEN, CT — (Pictured): West Haven Senior Center member Christine Ruggiero receives a citation in honor of her 100th birthday from Mayor Dorinda Borer during a celebration with fellow members Tuesday.

Borer recognized the centenarian and “avid bingo player” for “leading a remarkable life.”

Reading the citation, Borer said, “Your rich legacy is a source of inspiration for all Westies and is rooted in the heart of the American spirit.”

Ruggiero, who was accompanied by her caretaker, Carlene McKnight, received a bouquet of flowers and three gold balloons forming “100” from Elderly Services Director Alyssa Maddern, who oversees the center at 201 Noble St.

Ruggiero, a lifelong city resident, is a 1942 graduate of West Haven High School. She has a son and a granddaughter.