Burr Ridge Woman Turns 100, Stays Healthy By Not Sweating Small Stuff

BURR RIDGE, IL – Sophia McGee has never been one to sweat the small stuff, which may have led to the Burr Ridge woman becoming better known as “Sunni”.

McGee, who lives at the Harvester Place Memory Care center in Burr Ridge, has maintained that life philosophy throughout her lifetime, which recently reached a new milestone. McGee recently celebrated her 100th birthday with friends and family at the local retirement community.

McGee, who was born in Chicago, ran an apparel manufacturing business out of her home in the 1960s. The company produced popular headbands, woven belts, and woven wristbands. McGee retired from Saks Fifth Avenue in her 80s but has done anything but slow down.

Since her retirement, McGee has continued to enjoy dancing, playing bridge, and gardening.

Asked the secret to her longevity, Sunni said, “healthy eating, staying active, dancing, and not sweating the small stuff”.