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Identical twins celebrate 100th birthday in Vernon

Margaret Derry and Marguerite Dahlmann have coffee, cake, and special bond over the past century
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Identical twins Margaret Derry (left) and Marguerite Dahlmann, both living in Vernon, celebrate their 100th birthday with cake and coffee. The pair officially become centenarians Thursday, Jan. 11. (Roger Knox - Morning Star)

Since birth, Margaret Derry and Marguerite Dahlmann have shared that special bond between identical twins.

It’s a link the sisters have enjoyed for 100 years.

Margaret and Marguerite were honoured with a special party in Vernon on Wednesday, Jan. 10, less than 24 hours before the pair officially became centenarians.

“We’ve been connected since Day 1,” said Marguerite, who lives at a care home in Vernon, just a few kilometres away from her sister.

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Roger Knox

About the Author: Roger Knox

I am a journalist with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. I started my career in radio and have spent the last 21 years working with Black Press Media.
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