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People applaud while "Mother" Lois Holden, 109, speaks at Mount Calvary Baptist Church.Buy Photo
People applaud while "Mother" Lois Holden, 109, speaks at Mount Calvary Baptist Church.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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The Rev. Earnest O. King Sr. stands behind "Mother" Lois Holden while her niece speaks about her at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Detroit Sunday, during her 109th birthday celebration.Buy Photo
The Rev. Earnest O. King Sr. stands behind "Mother" Lois Holden while her niece speaks about her at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Detroit Sunday, during her 109th birthday celebration.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
John Awrey of Brighton hugs his "second mom," Lois Holden, 109, right, at Mount Calvary Baptist Church.Buy Photo
John Awrey of Brighton hugs his "second mom," Lois Holden, 109, right, at Mount Calvary Baptist Church.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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The Rev. Earnest O. King, Sr., behind "Mother" Lois Holden, introduces Holden's niece, Cerita Cade, second from left, while state Rep. Isaac Robinson, right, shakes hands with Lois Holden after presenting her with a proclamation.Buy Photo
The Rev. Earnest O. King, Sr., behind "Mother" Lois Holden, introduces Holden's niece, Cerita Cade, second from left, while state Rep. Isaac Robinson, right, shakes hands with Lois Holden after presenting her with a proclamation.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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The Rev. Earnest O. King Sr. presents "Mother" Lois Holden, 109, with communion.Buy Photo
The Rev. Earnest O. King Sr. presents "Mother" Lois Holden, 109, with communion.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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Michelle Williams reaches a microphone over to her grandmother, "Mother" Lois Holden so she can speak at the end of the service. Michelle also takes care of Lois Holden full time.Buy Photo
Michelle Williams reaches a microphone over to her grandmother, "Mother" Lois Holden so she can speak at the end of the service. Michelle also takes care of Lois Holden full time.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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"Mother" Lois Holden, 109, left, talks with Pastor Eugene Cole and his wife, Georgea Cole of V.O. Greater City Church Detroit after the service at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Detroit on Feb. 3, 2019. The church congregation, family and friends celebrate the life of Lois Holden, aka "Mother" Lois Holden, who just turned 109 years old.Buy Photo
"Mother" Lois Holden, 109, left, talks with Pastor Eugene Cole and his wife, Georgea Cole of V.O. Greater City Church Detroit after the service at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Detroit on Feb. 3, 2019. The church congregation, family and friends celebrate the life of Lois Holden, aka "Mother" Lois Holden, who just turned 109 years old.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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Some family photos of "Mother" Lois Holden are on display at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Detroit on Sunday.Buy Photo
Some family photos of "Mother" Lois Holden are on display at Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Detroit on Sunday.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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Michelle Williams puts a birthday sash on her grandmother, Lois Holden, 109, at the birthday celebration.Buy Photo
Michelle Williams puts a birthday sash on her grandmother, Lois Holden, 109, at the birthday celebration.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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Attendees including, Don J. Griffin II, left, and Evelyn Williams with her granddaughter, Kimiya Williams, applaud at the birthday celebration for Lois Holden.Buy Photo
Attendees including, Don J. Griffin II, left, and Evelyn Williams with her granddaughter, Kimiya Williams, applaud at the birthday celebration for Lois Holden.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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The Rev. Earnest O. King Sr. right, holds the hand of "Mother" Lois Holden while King's daughter Emeline King presents Holden with flowers, and John Awrey of Brighton, left, who was raised by Holden, smiles.Buy Photo
The Rev. Earnest O. King Sr. right, holds the hand of "Mother" Lois Holden while King's daughter Emeline King presents Holden with flowers, and John Awrey of Brighton, left, who was raised by Holden, smiles.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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This is a photo of The Heavenly Chanters, one of the gospel singing groups that Lois Holden was a member of. Holden also sang with the Gospel Stars, which were affiliated with Motown Records.Buy Photo
This is a photo of The Heavenly Chanters, one of the gospel singing groups that Lois Holden was a member of. Holden also sang with the Gospel Stars, which were affiliated with Motown Records.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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Bailey Williams, 9, takes photos of the photos and cake at the birthday celebration for Lois Holden.Buy Photo
Bailey Williams, 9, takes photos of the photos and cake at the birthday celebration for Lois Holden.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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Nine candles are lit on the birthday cake for Lois Holden who just turned 109.Buy Photo
Nine candles are lit on the birthday cake for Lois Holden who just turned 109.  Robin Buckson, The Detroit News
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