RON HENGGELER

May 28, 2006
Happy Birthday to Chrissie Martinstein

Chrissie Martinstein is 109 years old.
She is now the oldest living survivor of the catastrophic 1906 earthquake
and fire that destroyed most of San Francisco. She still remembers being
that nine year old girl back then.
She has lived in San Francisco her entire life.
We celebrated her birthday at the Big 4 Restaurant today.
Sixteen of her close friends and family were there for the celebration.
I was asked to be the waiter, even though it was my day off.
I take great pride in having the unique distinction of being Chrissie's
favorite waiter. It is an honor knowing her and being a part of her
remarkable life. She is an inspiration to everyone who knows her.
Her secret to longevity?

"I look forward to my martini every afternoon at five..."
Chrissie Martinstein. April 2006

 

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