Pasadena Senior Center (Photo – PSC)
The Pasadena Senior Center will honor the 100th birthday of Jesse Evans, a beloved and dedicated member of the Pasadena Senior Center, with a surprise celebration.
By News Desk
Known for his incredible commitment to fitness, Jesse works out at PSC’s Fitness Center five days a week without fail. This special event, scheduled for March 12, is a celebration of both an extraordinary milestone and an extraordinary life, filled with resilience, dedication, and inspiration.
Born in Logan, West Virginia, Jesse worked in coalmines from a tender age before serving in the Merchant Marines during World War II. After the war, his sister gifted him a ticket to California, where he began a new chapter as a gardener for the City of Pasadena. Even in retirement, Jesse stayed active through long walks, and until recently, hiking. His incredible physical condition and unwavering spirit are attributed to a lifetime of hard work and clean living.
Jesse’s mantra, to “keep on rolling,” has made him a source of inspiration to his fellow members at the Pasadena Senior Center, where he is a living testament to the benefits of an active lifestyle. He even returned to the Fitness Center just days after hip surgery, demonstrating his commitment to staying fit.
“We are immensely proud to have Jesse as a member of our community,” said Akila Gibbs, Executive Director of the Pasadena Senior Center. “His enduring spirit embodies the ethos we promote at the center – that aging well involves staying physically active and connected within a community.”
Jesse’s sons, his early morning workout companions, and many friends from the Center will be present to celebrate. Known for his punctuality, Jesse arrives at Pasadena Senior Center at 8:00 am sharp. Media and community members are invited to join at 7:30 am to surprise Jesse and celebrate this significant milestone in his life.
Pasadena Senior Center Honors Fitness Icon Jesse Evans With Surprise Celebration March 12, 2025 7:30 am Location Pasadena Senior Center 85 E Holly St. Pasadena, CA 91103
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