Utah’s centenarians share what they have learned over 100 years

  • Utah’s Centenarian Celebration in honored 56 centenarians from the state in West Jordan on Tuesday.
  • Gov. Spencer Cox praised these centenarians for their contributions to Utah’s success.
  • Centenarians also shared various life lessons such as being friendly, staying active, and maintaining a positive attitude.

WEST JORDAN — When 109-year-old Frances Mitchell was asked if she feels lucky to have lived so long, she gave a simple response.

“Of course; I think I deserve it,” Mitchell said with a smile.

Mitchell was the oldest person in attendance at Utah’s Centenarian Celebration hosted by the Division of Aging and Adult Services and Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Tuesday…

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