P R O C L A M A T I O N
CENTENARIAN RECOGNITION OF MRS. JULIA C. BLAKE
WHEREAS, Mrs. Julia C. Blake was born on December 5, 1925, in Lima, Peru, and in the 1950s migrated to the United States, beginning a new chapter of her life in New York City.
In the 1960s, Julia relocated to San Francisco before ultimately settling in Torrance in 1969, where she has proudly resided in the Riviera neighborhood f or more than five decades; and
WHEREAS, Julia has been a dedicated and respected member of the Torrance community, contributing to its character and vitality while exemplifying the values of perseverance, generosity, and civic pride. Julia enjoyed a successful career as a real estate entrepreneur, working with respected agencies including Spring Realty, Sun Realty, and Merrill Lynch, and establishing herself as a trailblazer in the real estate profession; and
WHEREAS, Julia’s humanitarian spirit is evident through her extraordinary generosity, having granted more than twelve wishes through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, bringing joy and hope to children and families in need. Julia has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to education and the arts by sponsoring the Music Department at St.
Lawrence Martyr School and the Drama Lab at Bishop Montgomery High School, enriching the lives of countless students; and
WHEREAS, Julia has remained actively engaged in community life as an original member of the Riviera Garden Club, and as a member of the Theatre Goers and Widows Friendship Group, fostering friendship, culture, and connection; and
WHEREAS, Julia is a devoted family member, one of four sisters, with her youngest sister Victoria being her only living sibling, and the proud mother of her son, Daniel; and
WHEREAS, reaching the remarkable milestone of 100 years is a testament to Julia’s resilience, compassion, and lasting impact on her family, community, and all those fortunate enough to know her.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, George K. Chen, Mayor of the City of Torrance , California, do hereby proclaim Mrs. Julia C. Blake at the blessed age of 100, as
CENTENARIAN OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE
and wish her a continued long life, prosperity, and the esteem of the entire community for a distinguished and incredible life.
Signed this 10th day of February 2026.
George K. Chen, Mayor
ATTEST:
Rebecca Poirier, City Clerk