Courtesy photo Gilbert VanDrese, of Wells, celebrated his 100th birthday on Sept. 9. He married the former Lorraine Veraghen on March 30, 1940. She passed away in 2013. They had three children: Donna Nelson, Roger and Gary VanDrese. He likes to make and fix things in his workshop and take care of his yard. He is an avid baker of cakes, cookies and pies as well.

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Gilbert VanDrese, of Wells, celebrated his 100th birthday on Sept. 9. He married the former Lorraine Veraghen on March 30, 1940. She passed away in 2013. They had three children: Donna Nelson, Roger and Gary VanDrese. He likes to make and fix things in his workshop and take care of his yard. He is an avid baker of cakes, cookies and pies as well.