Ecumen honores Ida Odegaard, a resident of Ecumen Detroit Lakes, who is 101.

Ecumen honors Ida Odegaard, who is 101.

Born: March 24, 1914, in Detroit Lakes, Minn.

Residence: Ecumen Detroit Lakes in Detroit Lakes, Minn.                      

Hobbies/Interests: Reading, crossword puzzles, knitting and sewing.

Family: Married to Toye, now deceased, for 70 years.  Five children, 25 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

Secrets of Longevity: Keeps her mind sharp by doing crossword puzzles and stays active and close to her children.

Occupation: Homemaker.

Interesting Facts: Taught Sunday school for many years.

Congratulations on your 101^st birthday, Ida! Ecumen honors you.