KIRBY PINES RESIDENT MAXIE DUNNAM with His Latest Book, “God Outwitted Me” at Novel Bookstore
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the PINECONEThe Magazine of Kirby Pines Retirement Community • March 2018 | V. 36 | I. 3 KIRBY PINES RESIDENT MAXIE DUNNAM with his latest book, “God Outwitted Me” at Novel bookstore. Benefits of Water Aerobics | Nutrition for Health | When Tragedy Strikes | Resident Spotlight: Jim Anderson Kirby Pines Retirement Community Going Above and Beyond is managed by: The theme for this year’s Annual Employee at Kirby Pines Banquet - “May I Help You?” – was meant to of our residents and employees not just recognize job expectations, the services we as customers, but as members of our provide each day of the year and our mission family, and this allows us to enhance BOARD OF DIRECTORS statement. our service to each one. Dr. James Latimer, Chairman Mr. Rudy Herzke, President Kirby Pines has a long history of providing Kirby Pines distinguishes itself by go- Mr. Berry Terry, Secretary/Treasurer services to senior adults, to their families and ing beyond customer service – by of- Mr. Larry Braughton Rev. Richard Coons to our employees. Similarly, our residents fering one another hospitality. What is Mr. Jim Ethridge Dr. Fred Grogan do also. The thousands of volunteer hours the difference you ask? Service is a skill Ms. Mary Ann Hodges Mr. Boyd Rhodes, Jr. worked by residents in various groups at Kir- and hospitality is an emotional connec- Mr. Rusty Linkous Ms. Linda Harrington by Pines provide services that would other- tion to the customer. Simply put, great RCA STAFF wise be limited. For example: some provide service means that the food arrived on Charlie Trammell entertainment in all areas of Kirby Pines; time, was hot and had great flavor; but President, RCA others help both residents and employees great hospitality leaves you with a feel- with their service in the Blossom Shop; and ing that our staff was on your side and Michélle Trammell-Vincent yet others give their time to assist those who that the Night of Exquisite Cuisine was Senior Vice President, RCA are not feeling their best – by going to the memorable. Tim Cox grocery store for them or getting their mail. Vice President of Finance, RCA And still others volunteer at area hospitals, As we draw near to our thirty-fifth an- niversary, rest assured that we are here Rick Cumberland food banks, cultural events and churches – Chief Operating Officer, RCA thus in their own way answering the ques- to help and serve one another. tion, “May I Help You?” Bill Duff Chief Financial Officer, RCA Michael Over the years we have come to know what Beth Houk Escamilla, it means to help or serve you and, in turn, Director of Sales & Marketing Executive you have come to find new ways in which KIRBY PINES STAFF Director, we can help and serve; such as providing a Michael Escamilla Kirby Pines wheelchair accessible van, Wi-Fi and culi- Executive Director, Kirby Pines nary bakery delights in the Bistro. We think Annette Marlar Director of Medical Services and HR ON THE PINECONE COVER Mike Abutineh, M.D. Medical Director Kirby Pines Shows Its Love For Literature Linda Huston The month of March is time to refresh and renew. Director of Accounting Spring is around the corner, the busy holiday season is far behind us and by now everyone is Don Johnson rested up and ready to go! Chaplain Cheryl Grimes Kirby Pines has several things in store on the calendar to allow to do just that. The Traveler’s Director of Life Enhancement are going to Brussel’s Bonsai, Lunch Bunch is Chris Hanna going to Backermann’s, the Southern Women’s Director of Environmental Services Show is at the AgriCenter, Wicked is at The Orpheum and so much more! Chuck Neeley Director of Maintenance Of course, there is plenty to do at Kirby as well, Mike Rayder including a special book signing by resident, Director of Grounds & Landscaping Maxie Dunnam, featured with his new book on our front cover (see details page 8). And our Book Calvin Sims Baggers will be discussing “Wonder” by R.J. Director of Security Palacio, with a showing of the film version a few days prior, which brings us to our back cover, Members of the Book Baggers, Iris Emery, This magazine is produced by R.C.A. featuring members Janice Wall, Alma Crone Colleen Thompson, Janice Wall, Alma 6465 N. Quail Hollow Rd., Suite 400 and Janet Reeves (see events page 16 for details) Crone and Janet Reeves at Novel. Memphis, TN 38120, 901-794-2598 Electronic version of The Pinecone • 2 • The Pinecone | March 2018 is available at www.kirbypines.com Kirby Pines Retirement Community welcome to is managed by: BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dr. James Latimer, Chairman Mr. Rudy Herzke, President Mr. Berry Terry, Secretary/Treasurer Mr. Larry Braughton Rev. Richard Coons Mr. Jim Ethridge Dr. Fred Grogan 3535 Kirby Road • Memphis, TN 38115 Ms. Mary Ann Hodges Mr. Boyd Rhodes, Jr. Mr. Rusty Linkous Ms. Linda Harrington RCA STAFF Charlie Trammell President, RCA Michélle Trammell-Vincent Senior Vice President, RCA Tim Cox Vice President of Finance, RCA John & Rosemary Bell Gerald & Janet Reeves Rick Cumberland Chief Operating Officer, RCA You’ll want to meet John and Rosemary Bell. They were high Gerald and Janet’s move to Kirby Pines brings them closer to school sweethearts at Messick High School, and on March their many friends they’ve made in the last 48 years living in Bill Duff 3rd of this year they will celebrate their 57th anniversary. The Germantown, Tennessee. Chief Financial Officer, RCA Bells have moved to Kirby Pines from Collierville, TN. Married for 60 years, they have a daughter who lives in Day- Beth Houk These new residents are the proud parents of two sons, Allen ton, Ohio and a son living in San Diego, California. The chil- Director of Sales & Marketing (Lantana, TX) and Harold (Collierville, TN). They are also dren recently made a visit to Kirby to celebrate Gerald’s birth- KIRBY PINES STAFF grandparents of five and are expecting their first great grand- day and check out their new home. Another important member child in May. of the Reeves’ family is Cocoa, an adorable little Shih Tzu. Michael Escamilla Executive Director, Kirby Pines Belle Bell is John and Rosemary’s third child that moved to Gerald graduated from the University of Memphis in 1967 with a degree in Civil Engineering. He then went to work for Exxon Annette Marlar Kirby Pines with them. She is their Shih Tzu and will quickly show you a picture or invite you on a walk with her. Company U.S.A. as an engineer for 40 years. Janet went to Director of Medical Services and HR Harding College and the University of Memphis. She received Mike Abutineh, M.D. John served four years in the U.S. Navy as a fire control tech, a her degree in Medical Technology in 1957. She worked at Medical Director year and a half of his service was on the U.S. Rochester. Baptist Hospital for 39 years as a medical technologist. Linda Huston Upon retuning to Memphis, he and Rosemary married. John Gerald served in the U.S. Marine Corps and earned the rank Director of Accounting worked as an index equipment installer for Western Electric of Sergeant while stationed at Parris Island and Camp Lejune. Company for 35 years. Rosemary worked at AT&T as a long- After retirement, it never entered Gerald and Janet’s minds to Don Johnson distance operator and later worked for Sears as a PBX account- slow down. Their love of traveling continued, taking in most Chaplain ing time keeper. of the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Janet studied painting at the Cheryl Grimes University of Angers in southern France. Her love of paint- John is interested in woodworking and gardening. He’ll enjoy Director of Life Enhancement ing, reading, playing golf and traveling doesn’t give her much getting involved with these groups while Rosemary enjoys the “down” time and Gerald has some of the same interests. Chris Hanna library and the “Book Baggers.” Director of Environmental Services This couple should certainly enjoy our music programs at Kir- The Bells are very active in their church and both of them have by Pines since they favor the music of the 50’s and the 60’s. Chuck Neeley been honored with the “Silent Servant Award.” John was a Boy Christmas is their favorite holiday and Kirby Pines really does Director of Maintenance Scout leader for 13 years and during this time their 2 sons be- a fabulous job on our Christmas celebration activities. They’ll came Eagle Scouts. Mike Rayder also enjoy taking advantage of our library to fulfill their read- Director of Grounds & Landscaping You’ll want to see John’s miniature car collection and Rose- ing preferences. mary’s collections of dolls, music boxes, Precious Moments Calvin Sims Gerald has been a member of the Engineers Club of Memphis and of course, her Rosemary Bell, bell collection. Director of Security and Janet is a member of The Duration Club. She was named the Artist of the Year of Baptist Hospital in 2010. When you meet John and Rosemary at dinner or somewhere This magazine is produced by R.C.A. around Kirby, give them the warmest of welcomes. They are Upon meeting the Reeves, greet them with a warm welcome. 6465 N. Quail Hollow Rd., Suite 400 very friendly and caring and will certainly be an asset to Kirby We are excited they are here and we know this active couple Memphis, TN 38120, 901-794-2598 Pines Retirement Community.