Everett’s Betty McNeil turns 100

Elizabeth “Betty” McNeil, an outstanding member of the Everett community, reached the centennial milestone on December 29. She celebrated turning 100 in the presence of family and friends with a great party. State Representative Joe McGonagle was on hand to present her with an official Massachusetts House of Representatives Resolution that was passed by the House in session. The Resolution, which honors her legacy and thanks her for her commitment to Everett and the Commonwealth, will live forever in the annals of the House of Representatives.

“I’ve known Mrs. McNeil a long time and she is one incredible woman,” said Rep. McGonagle. “Her commitment to her family and her community are unparalleled and she’s certainly a force to be reckoned with. We are lucky to have her in Everett and I want to thank her for all she’s done. Happy Birthday Mrs. McNeil!”

Some of the accomplishments cited in the Resolution are being a longstanding member of the Everett Democratic Committee, her time as a volunteer at Boston by Foot and as a reading mentor at the Whittier School, the Elizabeth McNeil scholarship fund at Everett High School, her earning a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University at the age of 82 and raising four children.