PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A woman celebrated a massive milestone — turning 102 years old! But when her birthday tradition seemed impossible, a group of Valley caregivers banded together to give her a grand celebration.
Rowena Arnold was born in 1923 in Des Moines, Iowa. For years, her birthdays contained a uniquely sweet ritual with her husband — a ride on a beloved carousel!
When Rowena’s husband passed away, their daughter traveled from Phoenix to Iowa to keep the tradition alive. Rowena eventually moved to Phoenix so her children could care for her…