THE family of Irene Jones have shared pictures of the 100-year-old's birthday party after sharing news of her milestone. Last week 

Irene Jones was born Irene Bromilow the youngest of six on March 1 1924 – narrowly missing becoming a leap year baby by just a few hours.

St Helens Star: Irene with her cake and balloonsIrene with her cake and balloons (Image: Lorraine Thomas)

The family celebrated with a party at Billinge Chapel End Labour Club with more than 100 family and friends.

St Helens Star: Irene's cake and the letter from King Charles and Queen CamillaIrene's cake and the letter from King Charles and Queen Camilla (Image: Lorraine Thomas)

Irene was particularly pleased with a letter send from King Charles III and Queen Camilla to mark her birthday. 

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To read more about Irene, go to 100 year old Irene says the secret to her long life is hard work