Malden resident Bengy Wong turns 100
Malden resident Bengy Wong recently celebrated his 100th birthday, with Mayor Gary Christenson attending a party held by his family and friends.
The City of Malden announced Nov. 2 that resident Bengy Wong recently celebrated his 100th birthday.
Wong, who worked as a petroleum engineer during his career, is proud of his daughter Jin Jin and his three grandsons, Austin, Alec and Angus, and enjoys spending time with them. Mayor Gary Christenson attended the birthday party, which was thrown by Wong's family and friends in recognition of the milestone.
When the mayor asked Wong what his secret was for such a long and healthy life, Wong said that "to keep moving" is what keeps him young.
The city's announcement included a photo of Anna Tse of the City Clerk's Office, Wong and Christenson.
Source: City of Malden announcement, November 2, 2026.
Checked against the record: before publication this article was automatically compared with the original announcement.
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