Gertrude Ness, grandmother of Fillmore resident Lynda Kagel celebrated her 110th Birthday on April 22, 2016 at her Glendale home! According to Wikipedia, people who reach their 110th Birthday are listed as “Supercentenarians”. As of April 24, 2016 there were 11 American Supercentenarians living. Gertrude is now number 12! Gertrude continues to enjoy her independence, family, her Lakers, visiting the hairdresser, and each birthday cake. Seated from left to right are: Great Granddaughter Stacy Fontana of Moorpark, CA, Granddaughter Lynda Kagel of Fillmore, CA, the Birthday Girl Gertrude Ness, and Daughter Jo Ness of Montrose, CA.