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A centenarian named Cecil from Fayette County celebrates year 106
CONFIDENCE, Illinois — Cecil Williams celebrated turning 106 years young Saturday with chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream, surrounded by family. He was born in Confidence, Illinois, on May 18, 1918. Cecil's oldest son, Ronnie Williams, the family historian, spoke with 5 On Your Side about his dad's life.
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