Mildred Whiston Celebrates Birthday

Mildred Whiston was surprised with a special delivery of 101 roses on Wednesday evening in honor of her 101st birthday on March 20.

After a Facebook post regarding the closing of Whiston Construction Company, Inc made its way to Lora (Suter) Washburn, the Suter family reached out to the Whistons. Lora is the daughter of the late Russell Suter who was one of Bryon and Mildred’s first employees. Russell started with Bryon in 1950 and worked with him for over 20 years. There were many memories and pictures shared. Lora was accompanied by her sister Sandy Hatfield and her mother Debbie Suter.Lora Washburn owns Watering Can Floral and Gifts in Keokuk. Pictured (l-r) Debbie Suter, Sandy Hatfield, Mildred Whiston and Lora Suter Washburn.