POLAND, Ohio (WKBN) - A Girard native celebrated her 100th birthday on Friday.

Jane Rostan was surrounded by friends and family for the celebration. Rostan grew up in Girard and now lives in the Blackburn Home in Poland.

They went all-out for the celebration, with signs outside the building and around town letting everyone know the big milestone. The Blackburn Home even got Rostan her favorite flavor of cake and the mayor of Poland to presented it to her.

"It's one of those things you like to do. A lot of times, people call you with complaints and problems, but this is a good thing -- absolutely said yes," said Mayor Tim Sicafuse.

Rostan has lived in the Blackburn Home for six years. Her son joined her for the celebration, coming all the way from Arizona.

"She deserves it. To live 100

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