When Harriet celebrated her 100th birthday on January 2, 2010, Norma Walker, the coordinator of the Keene State College Golden Circle Society in Concord, New Hampshire visited her to deliver a certificate honouring Harriet's centenarian status.
Harriet's health was failing, and she was under hospice care. “Harriet was so moved that she started to cry,” Norma said. "If I die tomorrow, I'll know I'll die happy, because my degree's in the works."
“She asked me if I would read the diploma at her funeral if she didn't live long enough to accept it herself,” Walker recalled.
College officials, including Walker, drove the document to Ames' bedside on Friday. On Saturday, the day after receiving her diploma, the newly minted graduate passed away.
The retired schoolteacher died, pleased that she had finally accomplished her goal.
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Every life has an ending and we are not certain when, how and where. As to this Granny serving her up to her last breath is also a privilege for giving her everything while she is alive. Though it’s sad but having her peace is still the best for her.
Monticello Hospice
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