Centenarian Mrs Pauguy honoured at official birthday celebration

An official ceremony was held yesterday evening at the Curepipe Municipality Hall, to celebrate the milestone achievement of the new centenarian, Mrs Marie Thérèse Antoinette Pauguy.

The event was organised by the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity to celebrate Mrs Pauguy’s 100th birthday and honour her long life. The ceremony was attended by the Mayor of Curepipe, Mrs Tashyana Latchmana Pillay, alongside representatives from the Senior Citizens Council, close family members, and friends.

On the occasion, the centenarian was honoured with a bouquet, a centenarian medal and a certificate, along with a cheque of Rs 26,203 from the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity. She also received a vacuum cleaner.

The Senior Citizens Council presented a commemorative package comprising a shield, a bath towel, a hand towel and a birthday card. In addition, the National Solidarity Fund offered a cheque of Rs 10,000, while Mauritius Telecom provided a special handsfree telephone service.

About the centenarian

Born on 23 June 1926 in Curepipe, Mrs Pauguy is the daughter of the late Mr Jean Arnold Pithia, a self-employed carpenter, and Mrs Marie Valentine Goolamsing, a homemaker. She grew up in a family of three children and is today the sole surviving sibling.

She married Mr Louis Raoul Pauguy on 31 January 1949 and the couple settled at Cité Malherbe, Curepipe. Mrs Pauguy worked as a babysitter, while her husband was employed as a carpenter at General Construction Co Ltd until his passing in June 1992. Together, they raised six children, namely two daughters and four sons. Her family has since expanded to include seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

The centenarian enjoys non-vegetarian meals, particularly fish and chicken curry accompanied by pickles. Her hobbies include sewing and cooking. A devoted supporter of Manchester United, she enjoys watching football matches and remains an enthusiastic fan of the sport.

Mrs Pauguy attributes her longevity to a life of hard work, good hygiene practices and unwavering faith in God.

24 June 2026

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