Mauritius: The Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity organised an official function to celebrate the birthday of the country’s newest centenarian. Roger Gassy celebrated turing 100 on Monday 18 November 2024, at his residence in Coromandel.
The celebration of the 100 year anniversary of the country’s newest elder was hosted in the presence of family and friends. The officials have shared that the members of the family and community showed up to support the leader.
The leaders have shared that the members of the community were present at the celebration. The various sections of the administration
The government of Mauritius have given the elder a number of gifts from the various ministries and offices. The gifts came from Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity.
He received a cheque of Rs 26,203 from the ministry a cookware set and some flowers as a gift.
The newest 100 year old elder of Mauritius also received the Centenarian medal and a Certificate for his service. National Solidarity Fund of the Ministry gave him a cheque for Rs 10,000 and the Senior Citizens Council also gave him a gift.
Mauritius Telecom gave the elder a special telecom service
According to the leadership of the country Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity has also promised a provides a monthly doctor home visit to Gassy who enjoys a good health.
The 100 year old was born on 18 November 1924 in Rose Hill to a family of eight children. He had five brothers and three sisters who have passed away in the previous years. He worked as a ship–broker starting from 1958 until his retirement.
He got married to Marceline Heeraman, who died in 2016 at the age of 92 years old.
Currently, the elder. Roger Gassy has one son and one daughter; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Roger Gassy attributes his longevity to his faith in God and a disciplined lifestyle.
The members of the community have also come forward to honor, appreciate and applaud the elder of the country. They have hoped for a peaceful and healthy life for the 100 year old