Owner of Burgess Grill, Shizuko Burgess, celebrates 98th birthday

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The owner of one hot Lawton burger spot is celebrating her 98th birthday on Saturday.

What better way to celebrate than with a cake with a burger on top, that’s also a cake.

Shizuko Burgess has owned and operated the Burgess Grill in Downtown Lawton for over 60 years!

Six days a week, you can find her in the kitchen, still cooking up meals for those who come into her diner.

She says after all this time, she keeps going for her customers who’ve become like family to her.

You can hear more from Mrs. Burgess and see her receive her special birthday cake by watching the video above!