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100-Year-Old Baker Still Shares Sweet Treats
31 Mar
Summary
- Alice Lou Myrtle Caldwell, a 100-year-old woman, celebrated her birthday with a surprise party.
- She has lived in the Light Oak community for over 75 years and is known for her pies.
- Caldwell has lived through significant historical events and remains active in her community.
Alice Lou Myrtle Caldwell, a centenarian, recently celebrated her 100th birthday on March 24, 2026. Her family honored her with a surprise party on March 21, 2026, at New Hope Baptist Church, attended by approximately 120 guests, some traveling from as far as Connecticut, Maryland, and Texas.
Born during the 1920s, Caldwell has witnessed profound societal shifts, including segregation and World War II. She has resided in the Light Oak community for over 75 years and remains celebrated for her baking, particularly her buttermilk and Million Dollar Pies, and her unwavering faith.
Her granddaughters describe her as someone who never meets a stranger and continues to bake for others, offering food to passersby. Married to Fred Caldwell after his World War II service, she settled in Light Oak, where she still lives in the same house.
Caldwell's community involvement spans decades, including active participation in Fairview AME Zion Church. Despite limited formal schooling, she has lived a life rich in experiences, offering help and maintaining strong connections with her family and neighbors.
