“Pillar of the Family”: a parade was held in honor of the 101-year-old woman of Miramar

MIRAMAR, Florida. (WSVN) – A grateful community has helped a South Florida centenarian celebrate another year of life in a special way.

Mrs. Ruby Campbell turned 101 on Thursday. On Saturday afternoon, the city of Miramar made sure to celebrate the occasion… and what better way than to have a parade?

Her family said it was a well-deserved holiday.

“She’s a woman of faith, she really is, and I think that’s crucial to her where she is right now,” the family member said. “She’s the kind of person who…she’s the backbone of the family and a strong woman, and we love her very much.”

Campbell was joined by several members of her family, including great-great-grandchildren.

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