Culpeper County is set to honor one of its most cherished residents, Mrs. Dollie Berry, who has recently achieved the remarkable milestone of becoming a Super Centenarian at age 110. The Culpeper County Board of Supervisors will celebrate her life and legacy with a presentation at its night meeting, 7 p.
m. on Tuesday, in the county administration building on North Main Street. Born Dollie Booten on March 7, 1914, in Shanktown in Reva, Culpeper County, she has witnessed over a century of history, including 19 presidents, significant cultural and technological advancements and profound social changes.
Her journey took her from the rolling hills of Virginia to the bustling streets of New York City, where she excelled as a seamstress and later as a social worker for the city. "So often the real heroes are overlooked for their lack of shock and awe. And yet, who is a better role model than the individual who perseveres through obstacles beyond their control to stay the course, maintain their integrity while setting an indelible example for their children and friends alike.
These are the heroes we can emulate and Dollie Berry is at the top of the list," said Zann Nelson, a family friend and president of Right the Record. People are also reading..
. A spokesperson for the Berry family stated, "Dollie Berry is not just a witness to history, but an active participant in her community and a devoted matriarch to her family. Her dedication to family values and her deep roots in Shanktown .