A Special Celebration for Topsy

Cameraman Alex from Action News was there to capture special moments like this and make Topsy's 100th Birthday extra special.

A very special 100th birthday was celebrated for beautiful Topsy Bonvardo, as family, friends, and the NJHealth team gathered to honor her remarkable milestone. The room at Seashore Gardens in Galloway was filled with love, laughter, music, food, gifts, and so many people who adore her.

One of the day’s sweetest surprises was a visit from Topsy’s favorite news team, ABC Action News, who stopped by to capture the joy of her celebration. Click here to see this appearance Topsy's love for Action News is something

Surround the birthday gal is njHealth Team members Volunteer Coordinator Laura Genna, Volunteer Jill Naame, and Karen Melita, music therapist

her. Volunteer Jill Naame, who visits her regularly knows well. “She always reminds me to put it on before I leave," she said with a smile.

Joining Jill was NJHealth Hospice Volunteer Coordinator Laura Genna and Music Therapist Karen Melita who also help make the day memorable with Karen leading friends and family in singing Happy Birthday, and Laura using her decorating skills to make sure everything looked just right.

It was truly a celebration full of heart for a woman so deeply loved.

Son Frank spends a special moment with his special mom.

“I just love the stories she shares with me, “said Jill, adding “She’s very special.” 

We couldn’t agree more. Happy 100^th Birthday Topsy.

#100thbirthday

#gallowaynj