Menomonee Falls woman turns 105

There was a very special celebration in Menomonee Falls Tuesday, Aug. 23 for Sarafina Peterson.

She turned 105 years old.

Her family and friends joined her for a party at the Arboretum Senior Community.

She said this was just part of the big celebration.

"I have a very nice family," said Peterson. "They take good care of me, and it makes me happy. Yesterday, they took me to Potawatomi, and I had such a great time. This was a surprise to me, and so I'm happy."

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Peterson's parents were born in Italy, and she was born in Milwaukee and lived there most of her life, but she still loves to sing Italian songs.

Happy birthday, Sarafina!

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