Regal Pointe Honors a Beloved East Cobb Resident and WWII Veteran
On May 23, 2025, Ms. Ossie Parrott celebrated an extraordinary milestone—her 105th birthday—sur rounded by friends, family, and staff at Regal Pointe East Cobb Assisted Living in Marietta, Georgia. The vibrant centenarian was honored with a joyful celebra tion that paid tribute to a life richly lived.
Born in 1920, Ms. Parrott has experienced more than a century of history, bearing witness to the Great Depression, World War II, the Civil Rights Movement, and the dawn of the digital age. Originally from Tennessee, she has called East Cobb home since the 1950s. It was here she met the love of her life, Bill, and together they built a life filled with purpose and community.
A trailblazer in her own right, Ms. Parrott served as a physical therapist in the U.S. Navy during World War II—a role she took on with pride and determination. When asked about that time, she recalled, “We were all doing our part. It wasn’t easy, but I was proud to help.”
Residents and staff at Regal Pointe describe Ms. Parrott as curious, kind, and full of grace. When asked what has kept her going all these years, she smiled and said, “I’ve always been excited to see what came next.”
Her advice for the younger generations is both sim ple and profound: “Be respectful—and don’t take things so seriously.”It’s a mantra that seems to echo through her life, filled with resilience, compassion, and joy.
The celebration featured music, laughter, and trib utes from those who admire her wisdom and spirit. As she reflected on her 105 years, Ms. Parrott shared, “I’ve had a good life. I wouldn’t change a thing.”
As Regal Pointe honored Ms. Parrott’s incredible milestone, the celebration served as a reminder that age is not merely a number—but a collection of moments, lessons, and love. Ms. Ossie Parrott continues to inspire all who meet her, proving that a life well-lived is one of pur pose, curiosity, and heart.
