Manor Living Magazine SUMMER-18 Vol39 No3

Volume 39, No. 3

A Publication of Magnolia Manor Senior Living

More than half a century ago Magnolia Manor was established to serve older adults. We are servants, and we are leaders. We are Servant Leaders. Our aim is always to think about the needs of our residents first because they are why we exist. By putting Residents First, our aim is to have all eight communities full of people living life to the fullest. Hence, our tagline:

It’s about life…it’s about living!

Magnolia Manor, Inc.

OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2018 Active Trustees Mr. James R. Buchanan, Jr. Mr. Russ Carreker Mr. Ed Collier Dr. Schley Gatewood, Jr. Mrs. Ann Harris Mr. Mark Johnson Mr. Will Peterson, IV Mr. Chuck Reeves Mr. Charles Ray Sheffield Mrs. Edie Vinson Mr. Hal Weathers Mrs. Jean Wheeler Executive Committee Chairman – Mr. Mark Johnson Vice Chairman – Mr. Chuck Reeves Secretary – Mrs. Jean Wheeler Emeritus Members Rev. J. William Dupree Mrs. Betty D. Pope Dr. James T. Trice, Jr. Ex-Officio Members Bishop Lawson Bryan, Resident Bishop, South Georgia Conference Rev. Henry Bass South Central District Superintendent Dr. Buddy Cooper, Northwest District Superintendent Rev. Doreen Smalls, Southwest District Superintendent Dr. Rick Lanford, North Central District Superintendent Rev. David Thompson, Coastal District Superintendent Rev. Chris Ramsey, Northeast District Superintendent

Because of these fundamental commitments, we are being recognized across Georgia and the entire nation as leaders in the field of eldercare.

We passionately pursue excellence in all we do. Be sure to read the article in this edition of Magnolia Living about our new Mattie H. Marshall Memory Care building. This is just one place excellence comes alive!

But excellence doesn’t just happen. There are amazing people here who inspire and challenge us to do better every day. Magnolia Manor is full of them. There are residents who remind us that we have been truly blessed.

They never complain and face every adversity with a smile. They find a new sense of purpose here and look forward to each new day with joy and gratitude. There are staff who forget their personal struggles so they can give 100 percent to our residents and their families.

Take time to read this magazine and you will see just how many amazing people live and work here. Kelsea is our new administrator for the Assisted Living program in Columbus. You’ll love her sense of humor and infectious enthusiasm. Melba loves books, and enjoys sharing them with others. Shayla is the embodiment of servant leadership, and she has a dream. Then there’s a whole group of CNAs who believe “good enough” isn’t good enough. Read about the employees who work quietly behind the scenes to make sure we remain financially solvent and compliant. Oh, and what about Pete, the resident biker? He spreads smiles. And Charlotte is an artist who converts old greeting cards into art—and joy. Look at the photographs from each campus. You will see lots of smiles.

One of our residents said, “This is a place of miracles.” That’s because of the people. It’s all about the people.

Mark R. Todd President & CEO

Cover: Magnolia Manor of St. Simons Island resident Pete Lazar

This and every edition of Manor Living is filled with the names of people making a difference through their generosity. We’re launching two new Giving Societies to recognize the amazing people who make our ministry possible. If you’re not one of them, here are ways you can help: How about a round of golf? Join us on one of the finest courses in the state, Idle Hour Country Club in Macon.

Live on the coast? Indulge yourself in a traditional Low Country Boil at St. Marys.

Ever dream of saving the world from evil? Well, something like that.

Grab your cape and join us for the Superhero 5K, Fun Run and Love Walk in Americus. You can run, walk, or ask friends and family to sponsor you. Last year, residents Ray and Juanita Wilder personally raised more than $10,300 for the League of the Good Samaritan, our benevolent fund. Can you top that?

Enjoy being outdoors? Take part in the Southern Woods Plantation Quail Hunt to benefit our Moultrie campus.

To learn more or to register, visit www.MagnoliaManor.com/FundraisingEvents.

Proceeds from this year’s activities will be used for two important projects.

The Americus Run will, as always, benefit the League of the Good Samaritan which provides financial assistance when a resident can no longer afford to live at the Manor. The other three events will raise money for campus emergency backup generators.

Want to recognize or remember a special grandparent? Visit our website at www.MagnoliaManor.com/donate, select the Ways to Help link, then click the Donate button and choose the Grandparents Day option from the pulldown list.

And on a totally unrelated thought…

Wondering if you can afford to live at Magnolia Manor? It’s more affordable than you think! Take our new Cost of Living Calculator for a spin. It’s still in beta, but you can see exactly how much it would cost compared to what you now pay each month. You’ll find it under the Resources tab at www.

MagnoliaManor.com. After that, click the Blog link to learn five ways to make living here more affordable.

Senior Management

Mark R. Todd, President and CEO Hill V. Fort, Sr. Vice President for Operations

Scott D. Adkins,

C.P.A., Sr. Vice President for Finance

Yours in ministry,

Diane R. Harrison, Sr. Vice President for Human Resources

Stephen L.Vinson SVP for Communications

Billy McGlone, Layout & Design Art Director bmcglone@magnoliamanor.com 2001 South Lee Street Americus, GA 31709 229-931-5926

Stephen L. Vinson, Cheryl Kennedy, Editor Director for Communications ckennedy@magnoliamanor.com 2001 South Lee Street Americus, GA 31709 229-931-5970 Christian Tyson, Contributing Writer ctyson@magnoliamanor.com

Sr. Vice President for Communications

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Kelsea

MISSION

We serve through love and support for a lifetime In the six months she’s been on the job, Columbus Assisted Living Administrator Kelsea Garrett has quickly revealed what she’s made of—a servant’s heart, a tenacious core, and a zest for fun! That’s the perfect recipe for success for the residents she serves at Magnolia Manor.

As a young girl, Kelsea’s life was full of love and laughter. Born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, family was always important to Kelsea. She has always been very close to her parents, two brothers, and grandparents. From the stories she tells about growing up, it’s clear that humor played a big part.

“As a little girl, my parents were told I was a danger to other children in gymnastics and ballet,” says Kelsea.

“I tried the track team, competing in the triple jump and long jump, but my Dad would tell you I was just good at tripping over my own two feet, landing in sand.” Kelsea soon hit her stride after becoming involved in equestrian riding. Through her involvement with 4-H Club, she competed at state and national levels in saddle seat. “Having a horse and competing taught me about responsibility, dedication, and being tough,” she shares. “My first love was my horse. To continue to take lessons

and compete, I would clean stalls, feed horses, and teach summer camp to pay for it. I will forever be thankful for my parents teaching me the value of a dollar and hard work at a young age.”

Kelsea attended what she says some call the ‘cow college’ Auburn University. There she majored in Health Administration with a minor in Business. Two important factors led Kelsea to this line of work: a calling from God and a close relationship with Eileene Griffith, a special friend she calls Maw Maw. “Maw Maw would always make sure all of her friends were able to make it to Sunday school,” Kelsea shares. “As a little girl, I would go with her to pick up ladies from Assisted Living communities. There was one extra special lady, Mrs. Micky Baker, whom I loved with all my heart. I remember taking her milkshakes every week with Maw Maw. Unfortunately, there came a time when Mrs. Baker didn’t remember me. I will never forget the lump in my throat from wanting to cry, but not showing it.” Kelsea’s heart to serve others grew out of the example set by Maw Maw, and it continues today in her work with our Magnolia Manor family.

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Pictured left to right are: Nichole Slaughter, Kelsea Garrett, Kisha Murray, and Precious Evans.

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Assisted Living the #1 place to work and live, has Kelsea building a team who believes, “Our residents do not live in our workplace; we work in their home.”

She’s also building a team that unites together in prayer. “It’s the biggest blessing to work in an organization where we have the freedom to share our faith openly with one another. All of our Resident Council and staff meetings open and close with prayer.

Just like us, residents and staff have good days and bad days, and being able to pray with those who need it is the most wonderful blessing.” Kelsea’s heart swells with pride when talking about her amazing staff and how each department is coming together with the common MISSION to serve all through love and support for a lifetime. “I want to continue to bring life to our building,” says Kelsea. “We are enhancing our Activity Calendar each month with new outings, games, and events. I am also encouraging volunteers and residents’ loved ones to join us for family nights.”

Along with bringing life to the building, Kelsea’s sense of humor keeps everyone grinning. She

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recalls the time she tried to take on beauty shop duty for resident Dot Jones when there was an unexpected schedule change with the regular beautician. After a struggle with the sink’s water hose, water gushing everywhere, and lots of laughter, she did manage to wash and blow out Mrs. Jones hair. “She shared with all the Golden Girls the royal treatment she received,” says Kelsea. “’You saved my life,’ Mrs. Jones said. I wouldn’t say I saved a life, but to a lady…hair is everything!”

In addition to her new life at Magnolia Manor, Kelsea is enjoying her new role as a wife. This past December, Kelsea married Walker Garrett, “the man that God built for me,” she shares. They are proud owners of two rescue pugs. In her spare time, she loves being outdoors, whether it be fishing, swimming, or horseback riding…anything outside.

Welcome to the Magnolia Manor family, Kelsea.

Thank you for sharing your gift of love and laughter with our residents. The future looks bright!

There is still time to make a

Grandparents Contribution.

Honor your Grandparent with a gift.

Donate online: www.magnoliamanor.com/donate

It’s about Life... It’s about Living.

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VISION

Our communities are about life and living “I’ve been very comfortable here.

My needs have been met. The other residents on my floor are very friendly.

I’m really pleased with the decision I made,” resident Melba Belcher stated with great confidence.

She came to Magnolia Manor of Macon nearly three years ago and hasn’t looked back since. She and her husband discussed their options prior to his passing, and Magnolia Manor was first on their list. In fact, Melba recalls that she never considered any other place.

As a result, she couldn’t be more pleased with her decision to make the move. Having been the wife of a Methodist Minister, Melba had become accustomed to relocating.

She believes that this experience made the transition less difficult for her. What also may have helped is her involvement in activities on the campus and within the community.

“There are a number of activities that are offered here. We usually have one or two a day,” Melba stated.

There is never a dull week for Melba. She participates in warm water therapy and Wellness Program activities twice a week.

She attends church with a friend on

Sundays. At noon, she and other residents gather around the table to eat lunch and fellowship. On Friday evenings, she teaches a Bible study class. To go along with her busy schedule, Melba also serves as the campus librarian. The previous librarian requested that Melba be her successor. It’s no wonder she was chosen because her past profession in education makes her the perfect candidate.

Melba taught school for a total of 32 years. She spent the first nineteen years of her career teaching primary grades. But she felt God calling her to a different area of education: special education. As an answer to the call, Melba went to college in Statesboro to obtain certification in teaching Special Ed. She spent thirteen years teaching special needs children before she retired. But her teaching career didn’t stop there.

After retiring from the school system, Melba became involved in a program for adult literacy, helping adults become more independent by improving their reading skills.

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serving as the campus librarian. “I mainly check books in and check books out!” Melba exclaimed in regards to her duties as the librarian.

Though she is very humble about her contributions to the library, her efforts are far from minimal. Melba demonstrates a true compassion for people. Visitors to the library are welcomed with a warm smile and cheerful spirit.

They find more than just a good book to occupy their day. They also find good conversation and companionship as they share unique experiences from the past.

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Despite her busy schedule, Melba still finds the time to relax in her apartment. When she isn’t running the campus library or socializing with friends, you can find her there enjoying some quiet time to herself. “I just kick back and enjoy it when I get in there,” she beamed.

According to Melba, a large part of life depends on your attitude. That’s why she keeps a positive outlook on things and embraces changes as they come. It sounds like Melba knows the true meaning of life and living.

VALUES

Commitment to our faith tradition

“It’s a ministry. That’s what it is,” stated Shayla Fulks, the supervisor of Housekeeping and Laundry at Magnolia Manor of Marion County.

After her job of fifteen years closed down, Shayla Fulks started searching for employment. While applying for a position here, she discovered that Magnolia Manor is a faith-based organization.

The origins of Magnolia Manor are rooted in the Methodist Church, but we serve people of all faiths.

Here, you are free to cultivate your faith whether you are a member of the staff, a resident, a family member, a volunteer, or anyone in between. This unique quality is something that our employees value.

“You’re free to talk about Jesus and to spread the Gospel.

That makes your heart warm,” Shayla exclaimed.

She also warms the hearts of others. In her four years of employment, members of the staff and residents have come to conclude that she is the epitome of servant leadership. “She just really embodies the healthy, mind, body, and spirit. She helps us all every day by starting us off with a daily prayer throughout the building,” stated Angela Watkins, the Administrator at Magnolia Manor of Marion County.

“She just always has a gentle spirit about her and has led her department to many improvements.”

Shayla is especially proud of one particular improvement. Nursing home centers must undergo

a series of inspections to evaluate their services and renew state licensure. Surveyors determine if the facility adheres to regulations that govern such areas as quality of care, residents’ rights, confidentiality, and quality of service. Magnolia Manor of Marion County met ALL of the numerous regulations analyzed in the most recent survey. That makes them deficiency-free! Shayla is very excited about this and gives credit to the entire staff for their commitment to working as a team. While she is contributing to improvements at Magnolia Manor, she is also making some personal improvements of her own. “Well, my goal is to start nursing school in January. I want to be an LPN and I’m going for it,” Shayla declared.

Her fellow colleagues have expressed their desires to see her become a nurse. They have been encouraging her to do so for quite some time now.

It was not something that she thought she could ever do. However, the idea has crossed her mind…or should we say, dreams? “At night, I would dream that I was in a classroom. I would dream that I was walking the floors of a nursing home. I dreamed it, and I know that it’s what I’m supposed to do,” Shayla explained.

Shayla isn’t the only one with big dreams and goals. At Magnolia Manor, it is our goal to provide high quality of care for all of our residents. This is evident through our commitment to improvement and growth. We constantly strive to create a better Magnolia Manor, but we don’t do it alone. Thanks to our wonderful employees, we are making incredible progress. Come see for yourself. Visit us whenever you’re in town or passing through. You can find Shayla Fulks lending a helping hand wherever it is needed most. You can even lend a helping hand if you like. Whatever you decide, just keep in mind: Growth is a sign of life. And at Magnolia Manor, we’re about life and living!

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VALUES

Dignity, respect, care and compassion for all

Pictured left to right are: Emma Jones, Aretha McKinney, Janae Terry, Wanda Shelton, Jeanette Mayes, Amber Franklin, and Dinesha Gay.

We’re hitting the books at Magnolia Manor of Marion County, because class is in session. The topic of study: How to improve quality of care for our residents.

Administrators at our Buena Vista campus recently launched a new program called the Career Ladder Program. It’s designed to help Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) advance in their careers by giving them the opportunity to receive additional education.

Program gives them the avenue to gain additional knowledge as well as pride in what they do. “The CNAs certainly do great work as it is,” Angela shares, “but these additional classes help them feel better about themselves.

They do so much for our residents.” Her hope is for attitudes to change from “I’m just a CNA” to a more confident tone filled with pride. That is already starting to play out. “The Career Ladder Program has made me The Career Ladder program consists of three sections look at things from a different perspective. I pay more attention to the residents’ actions and feelings,” stated ranging from six to nine weeks long. Each covers CNA Wanda Shelton. “I would definitely recommend the topics such as disease awareness, safety, infection program to other CNAs.” CNA Dinesha Gay reflects on control, nutrition, communication and teamwork. her experience in the program. “It is a great learning These courses combine to create the ideal formula experience.” for improvement. As they go through the courses, CNAs are gaining knowledge and skills to help them More CNAs will have the opportunity to participate provide better care for our residents. We’ve already in this learning experience very soon. Administrators seen progress. The first group of CNAs has graduated are currently in the process of introducing the program and earned the title of Advanced Caregiver 1. They are to other campuses. CNAs apply for enrollment in the now entering the second phase of training to continue courses, but to be selected for the program, they must building their skills. meet specific criteria. Ten candidates have already been Marion County Administrator Angela Watkins knows chosen to begin classes at our Columbus location, so watch future issues of this magazine for updates on this first-hand that every CNA is not necessarily inclined vital addition to our quality initiatives. or able to go to nursing school. The Career Ladder

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VALUES

Integrity through excellence

Left to right Front: Jessica Roy, Adela David, Tiffany Gray, Sibyl Bledsoe, Ashley Stallings, Krissy McKinnon Middle: Becky Rue, Cecile Williams, Nicole Kirk Back: Pamela Williams, Scott Adkins, Brad Fussell, Cliff Pilcher, Ashley McClung, Tony Smith

Magnolia Manor is a nonprofit, faith-based organization that consists of many departments. Each is driven by a desire to serve others with dignity, respect, care, compassion, and integrity through excellence.

This is evident in the constant quest for improvement.

One department in particular has a large impact on the organization, but it may not be obvious due to the nature of their work. Staff work quietly behind the scenes conducting such business operations as accounting, payroll, accounts receivable and payable, and purchasing. Many people are under the impression that finance is just about numbers. But, at Magnolia Manor, the Finance Department means so much more.

Scott Adkins, Senior Vice President for Finance, leads a team of fourteen employees who strive for excellence in assisting residents, their families, and fellow employees. Personnel within this department place strong emphasis on providing service to all in an honest and fair manner. Their goal is to help maintain an atmosphere of trust and integrity for Magnolia Manor. To assist them in their efforts, they apply faithbased values to their daily operations. “The Finance Team is a close group that meets each

morning for a few minutes to share a short devotional and to share prayer needs within our home and work families, as well as our community. Our philosophy is that the family that prays together and for each other stays together,� said Scott.

While they are handling the finance operations, they are also maintaining compliance with regulations associated with Medicare, Medicaid, and HUD (Housing and Urban Development). They must meet all deadlines, provide reports to governmental agencies, ensure adequate controls, safeguard company assets, and continuously improve all operations. They have made a number of improvements within the organization.

The Finance Department has been working diligently to enhance services offered to residents and employees. They have implemented a new time and attendance payroll system which will be used to monitor and record the time of nearly 1,000 employees. It will also provide efficient payroll reports to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), as well as regular payroll and tax reports to the government.

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VALUES

Healthy mind, body, and spirit If you have been to St. Simons Island, and more specifically down Frederica Road, you’ve probably seen him. He’s “the biker.” To his friends and neighbors, he’s “the character.” Spend a little time with him and you’ll see a man embracing all that Magnolia Manor offers to keep him healthy in mind, body, and spirit. And along the way, he’s lifting the spirits of others with his wit and wisdom. Meet the man featured on our cover - Pete Lazar.

When Pete retired thirty years ago, he and his wife bought a home on St. Simons Island to escape the cold and snow of Connecticut. They enjoyed golfing, fishing, and daily bike rides of up to ten miles! Pete’s wife passed away 15 years ago, and he’s been living at Magnolia Manor for over six years. It’s a wonderful fit for him as he remains active, taking daily three to five-mile bike rides. “Riding gives me time to reflect and meditate,” he says. “And it sure beats those nasty winters!”

providing encouragement to his neighbors and friends. He’s definitely a ‘glass half-full’ kind of guy.

“As you get older, you get problems, you get aches and pains,” he shares. “I, too, experience a little bit of this, and a little bit of that. I suggest working through it as best you can. Remember, you’re not 35 or 55 anymore! Keep smiling!”

In addition to his biking and participating in campus activities, Pete keeps his mind sharp by reading mysteries and working on puzzles. “I work about two hours each day,” he states. “Puzzles keep me interested.”

He also still finds time to care for a ‘gal-friend’ at Magnolia Manor. They spend two to three hours together every day doing things like going to the park to watch people, riding around, or attending a BINGO game.

Biker, character, caregiver - Pete’s life is full of smiles! We’re glad he’s around Magnolia Manor to share those smiles with others.

Pete is kind of a local celebrity. Many passersby, including a local tour bus, toot their horns and wave as he rolls along. In addition to the suitable bikeriding climate, Pete is happy with his life at Magnolia Manor. “I love the comfortable and secure feeling of the campus, and those around me,” he says. “The people here are great! I like to kibitz…hug people and make them smile. I also love to scratch their backs!”

He gets his positive attitude and outgoing personality from his mother’s side of the family.

Originally from Romania, Pete’s mother was a gypsy of sorts, traveling throughout Europe with her parents setting up carnivals and entertaining in small villages. “I suppose I got some of that hocus-pocus from her,” laughs Pete. He loves joking around and teasing others; but, just to be fair, he also pokes fun at himself! After some 60 plus years in the meat business (he started when he was seven, cleaning floors in a Kosher meat market for 10 cents!), he is no stranger to mingling and interacting with people.

Along with the silliness and fun, Pete believes in

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VALUES

Creative change and constant improvement

A little over a year ago, major construction began on the Americus campus to make way for the new Mattie H. Marshall Memory Care Center. We have spent the past year anxiously anticipating the completion of a building that will have great impact on its residents. The time has arrived, and we are excited to share the new and updated changes we will offer in memory care.

For starters, all resident rooms are private (no sharing a room and no roommates!), so all the residents will have their own private bathroom with a private shower.

The rooms are fully furnished with a bed, night stand, dresser, wardrobe armoires, wall-mounted TV and gliders. The building also has many new state of the art features—two sunrooms for families and residents to visit one another, lots of skylights that provide plenty of natural lighting, separate activities areas, and a Snoezelen® room. Through the use of movement, colored lighting and sound, the Snoezelen® multi-sensory machine helps calm dementia residents and produces results that are nothing short of miraculous. There’s photosensor lighting inside the facility. Solar influenced

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inside lights are based on outside brightness to maintain a consistent lightness level and suppress sun-downing symptoms. We’ve also created larger memory boxes for the residents to display photos and mementos. In addition, each resident room has independent climate control. Closed circuit cameras located throughout the facility and in the enclosed courtyard ensure residents can be kept safer.

Any change is difficult, but change for residents with impaired cognition is especially difficult. During the last several months leading up to the move, Administrator Jenice Baker and her staff are taking special measures to help the residents adjust. “We moved some items to their new memory boxes to help them identify their new room location from the hallway,” stated Jenice.

“Room assignments are already made (names posted at doors), and we tried to arrange it so most residents remain in a location similar to their current room.” Family members have been included in the process from the start. They were updated periodically during the construction phase and once the furniture arrived and the interior

components of the facility were completed, they have all been kept up to date concerning the projected move in date. According to Jenice, “Preparations have been made to have family members present during the move to assist their loved one with locating their new room and the adjustment.” The day before the residents physically change buildings, two or three outfits and some personal room decorations from their current room will be placed at the new facility so it will be familiar for them.

The staff is extremely excited about the transition.

During the planning period, there were discussions about how the Mattie H. Marshall Center would operate without being connected to the Nursing Center. Many day-to-day functions such as dietary needs, nursing supervision, and mail service, just to name a few, were intertwined with the Nursing Center. The new building is attached to the Retirement Center, and “A solid plan has been developed and discussed with all staff. After many months of preparing, we are ready to move our residents!!” explains Jenice.

The move means positive change for both residents and staff. While our residents currently receive a superior level of care, Jenice knows the new Mattie H. Marshall Memory Care Center will provide even more opportunities to improve upon these services and care. “Bottom line: I see our residents being more satisfied; behaviors that are associated with dementia–related diseases being addressed through environment adaptations and alternative means, as opposed to pharmacological measures; families feeling more comfortable and visiting more often; a living environment that is spacious and open; and staff being better equipped to provide services and care.”

It’s time to begin a new chapter of memory care on the Americus campus. By the time you are reading this magazine, we hope to have made a smooth transition into the new building. If you haven’t picked up on it yet, Jenice and her staff sum up what we all agree on, “WE ARE READY TO MOVE ”

Mattie H. Marshall Memory Care Center

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CREATIVE CORNER Writer and theologian Thomas Merton stated, “Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” Magnolia Manor of St. Simons Island resident Charlotte Petty has made that discovery.

She hasn’t always been an artsy-craftsy person, but in recent years she has found personal fulfillment in creative projects, at the same time being generous to others with her time and talents.

Then there’s the volunteer work she does with the courtesy cart. The cart is a portable store with basic items that moves from building to building. This allows residents to purchase small, basic necessities and snacks in between trips to town. Activity Director Gerry Mize stocks the store and Charlotte staffs it. “Charlotte is a wonderful person and a great sales lady,” says Gerry.

When Charlotte lost her husband in 1988, she began working in geriatric care at senior living communities. It was during that time she recalls making small decorative boxes for children who came to perform for the residents. Each child received a box with two Tootsie Rolls inside. Initially, she made them all the same size to be fair to each child. She eventually moved on to varied sizes to hold anything from candy, to earrings, to bracelets. The interesting part is what they are made of. “I’m a big believer in waste not, want not,” she explains. “I recycle old greeting cards…the size of the box depends on the size of the card.” Using tips she learned in a few paper crafting classes, Charlotte has a pattern for folding the cards into the box shape. If the card is plain, she sometimes adds a decorative punch or applique to the top of the box. On some boxes, she adds a nice message. “Be with those who share your hope” is one example.

And there’s more! Charlotte is currently assisting Maintenance Director Penny Lynch with an evacuation bag project. “Last year when we evacuated our residents off the island [because of Hurricane Irma], we used large, paper gift bags to pack the necessary three-day supply of clothes and personal items for each resident,” shares Penny. “Many of those bags were not returned, so this year I decided to take some old bedspreads, and make bags out of them. I just needed to find a resident who sews.” You guessed it…Charlotte loves to sew. Together, they have already created and decorated 10 or so bags. Their goal is 40. According to Penny, there’s another motive beyond making the nice travel bags for the residents. “Hopefully, by making these bags, we will deter any hurricanes from impacting us again!!” she states.

Since moving to Magnolia Manor a year ago, Charlotte now shares her boxes (filled with a few pieces of candy) with fellow residents. Her talent and generosity doesn’t stop there. She also makes beautiful draw-string bags and knitted decorative hot pads made out of discarded pieces of yarn.

It’s well worth noting that Charlotte Petty does all her creative work, volunteering, and sharing of gift boxes while being hearing impaired and blind in one eye. When asked where she finds her strength and positive attitude, she replies, “I spent 65 years in Iowa before moving to Georgia. I’m a tough Iowa farm girl. I find my strength in life.” Charlotte, you’re a perfect fit at Magnolia Manor.

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Grandmother and Magnolia Manor South in Moultrie resident Rosalyn Cain (front) surrounded by her loving family.

From L to R: Hardy West, Nichole West, Meghan Coleman, Todd Coleman, Bailey Coleman, Debbie Moore, Bo Coleman, Leslie Moore, Sarah West

GIVING

In action...

“Give generously to them and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your hand to.�

Deuteronomy 15:10 My grandmother, now long deceased, often quoted this verse when attempting to pass along her years of wisdom. Most of this wisdom, unfortunately, was lost on the ears of my youth. However, this lesson on giving with an open heart managed to find a special place in my philosophy of life. She illustrated that true generosity, big or small, was from the heart. A second component of her lesson was that God would bless those who gave out of love for others.

The Magnolia Manor family is extremely grateful for the love and support of our donors. We would like to honor them through our new Giving Society. Donors will be recognized by Society level according to their giving during the past calendar year. A separate Legacy Society honors the lifetime giving of our most generous donors.

A special semi-year Giving Society brochure listing all 2017 calendar year donors will be arriving very soon by mail. Please take a moment to recognize these special people who play such an important role in our mission. Should you desire that your name not be included in our brochure, or notice an error, please contact me at your earliest convenience.

Over the last year I have witnessed Your input is greatly valued, and the teachings of my grandmother your generosity is appreciated first hand. I have been touched beyond words!!! by the love demonstrated by so God Bless, many Magnolia Manor donors. This James Mitchell Moncus generosity has been crucial in our mission to provide care for our Director of Donor Relations beloved residents, many of which jmoncus@magnoliamanor.com have exhausted their financial 229-931-5934 resources.

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ACTIVITIES Fourth of July

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Shucking Good Times

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ACTIVITIES Buena Vista Disco Party

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Set Sail Richmond Hill Cruise Night

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October 8, 2018 Idle Hour Country Club 251 Idle Hour Drive Macon, GA 31210

October 13, 2018 Magnolia Manor St. Marys, GA 31558

October 20, 2018 Magnolia Manor Americus GA 31709

November 9, 2018 Southern Woods Plantation Sylvester, GA 31791

Thank You to our 2018 Corporate Sponsors

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The Department has also coordinated the purchasing process of the new uniforms and badge program for employees throughout the organization. In addition, they have incorporated a new billing process with online credit card payment capabilities for residents and their families.

Eventually, the Department would like to integrate even more technological advancements into the payroll system which will provide mobile access for employees.

This will allow employees to view information around the clock and receive paperless documents and forms.

The Finance Department in conjunction with the Clinical Reimbursement team is also working to implement a new Medicare value-based payment model

which will further increase proficiency in the eligibility, billing, and payment process for residents and their families. This will mean even better care provided for residents.

Perhaps, now it is more obvious that finance isn’t just about numbers. Finance is about cultivating the services offered to all residents with fairness and compassion. It’s about following all regulations, and it’s about employing integrity and honesty to do so. It’s about functioning as a team—a family—to accomplish a common goal. It’s a large undertaking, but rest assured, The Finance Department at Magnolia Manor is steadfastly getting it done.

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TRIBUTES

April 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018

In Memory of...

Verna Ray Adams Mr. & Mrs. Greg Austin Dr. & Mrs. William Bates Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Sam Hunter Jr. Majors Electric & Mechanical, Inc.

Clara Bird Mr. & Mrs. William Bird

Buck & Jessie Allen Ms. Maxine Allen

Dana Blair Mrs. Betty Hewitt

Alice Chaphe Alsobrook Mr. & Mrs. Bob Chaphe Ms. Carol Chaphe

Myrtle Watson Blanton Mrs. Patsy Watson

Jacqueline Alsobrook Mr. & Mrs. Jim Replogle Gail Griggs Alston Robin & Nelle Ariail and Danny Mrs. Dianne Bankston Rebecca R. Alston Dr. Sam Adams Ethel Andre Mr. & Mrs. William Bird Florine Bailey Mr. & Mrs. Wade Bartlett James M. Bailey Mrs. Diana Bailey Norma Bakley & Sara Bakley Mr. John Bakley James Bass Joy Carter & Laverne Carter Gladys Bedingfield Mr. & Mrs. Wade Bedingfield Paul & May Bec Bennet Judge & Mrs. H. Arthur McLane Ethel Benson Dr. & Mrs. James Herron

Katherine W. Bird Mrs. James Reynolds

Gladys W. Bliss Mr. Dwight Bliss Jr. Beatrice Boglione Ms. Rhonda Carmichael Lillian Boglione Ms. Rhonda Carmichael Wiley Booker Loveard & Dorothy McMichael Afton Brady Derek & Charlene McAleer Else Branham Ms. Carol Drescher Berta Bridges Mr. & Mrs. Burton Bridges Betsy Buchanan Jimmie & Joyce Buchanan Sara McCollum Buntin Mrs. Patsy Watson

William W. Byram, Jr. Jane & John Adams Mrs. Joan Anderson Mr. & Mrs. Greg Austin Stella & Louis Bridges and family Jimmie & Joyce Buchanan Mr. & Mrs. J. Marion Franklin Ron & Joyce Gregory Allene & Ceegie Haugabook David & Harriette Haygood

Elaine & Ken Henderson Mrs. Betty Hewitt Mr. & Mrs. Sam Hunter Jr. Mrs. Betty Jones Ms. Patsy Knotts Robin & Frank Lowrey Mack & Linda Martin Ms. Frances Messer Jess & Peggy Mitchell Mrs. Blanche Palmer Mr. Larry Peterman Mr. Tom Peterman Frank & Priscilla Pool Ms. Betty Pope Mrs. Jean Stimpson Margie & Bobby Strange Jim & Edith West Rev. & Mrs. W. Raymond Wilder Mr. & Mrs. Jim Winter Ms. Betty Worthy

John Collins Mr. Don George Victor & Catherine Jost Mr. & Mrs. Ron Kalil Youn Bock & Nancy Rhee Spencer & Eleanor Schron Mr. Peter Spiegel Ms. Maureen Tompkins

Lois Cannady Mr. & Mrs. John Cannady

Levy H. Cook Ms. Ruth Cook

Shirley L. Carden Mr. Stanley Carden Sr.

Carolyn Cooper Loveard & Dorothy McMichael

Harold Carlisle Nina & Dean Terrell Gladys Burns Snow Carter Ms.Vivian Waters Ruth & Bob Carter Mr. & Mrs. Hines Wommack Audrey Cherry Mrs. Sheila Cook Mr. & Mrs. Alston Cherry Mr. & Mrs. Richard Hagelstein Ruth Clements Mr. & Mrs. George Clements Marian Cliett Mrs. Janice Cliett Virginia (Jensie) Coble Nina & Dean Terrell

LaVerne Mackin Comer Reginald & Mary Comer Mary Earl Lee Conway Ms. Marian Conway Elizabeth A. Cook Ms. Ruth Cook Kenneth Cook Mrs. Ann Cook

Lucy Cordele Bob & Melba Romano

Mary Cowart Mrs. Kay Cowart Beatrice Crow Mr. & Mrs. John Crow Jr. Jim Curry Mrs. Mary Shepherd Lillian Estelle Davis Mrs. Maxine Willis Sylvia Davis Ms. Minnie Linyear Dorothy Deem Mrs. Beverly Bryan

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With grateful appreciation for those who support our ministry.

In Memory of...

Eueline Denmark Mrs. Frances Humphrey

Bill English Mr. & Mrs. Steve English

Juanita Goff Mr. & Mrs. Lowell Russell Sr.

Plez Hardin Kay & Charles Reeves

Lillian Espy Dial Reginald & Mary Comer

Barbara Eppinger Ms. Amy Evans

Hinton & Doris Goodwin Mrs. Jan Oxford

Jacquelyn Dillard Mrs. Norma Wall

Christine Sharpe McQuitty Evans Ms. Rhonda McQuitty

Mr. & Mrs. B. A. Gowen Mr. & Mrs. Dan Williams

Plez H. Hardin Dr. Sam Adams Mrs. Joan Anderson Frank & Pat Butler Mrs. Blanche Palmer Kay & Charles Reeves

Susie M. Dorsett Mr. T. Howard Dorsett Dorothy Walker Douglas Nina & Dean Terrell Spec & Jean Dozier Mrs. Patsy Watson Helen Upshaw Drumm Mr. & Mrs. Julian Webb Jr. Esther Dudek Ms. Jocelyn Laskowski

Laura Duke Brian & Lisa Bosley Jimmie & Joyce Buchanan Rev. & Mrs. W. Raymond Wilder Louise Duke Mrs. Kay Cowart Shirley Duke Loveard & Dorothy McMichael B. L. Durden Mr. Keith Hagen Marcia Duren Jeff Luncefort & Family Mr. & Mrs. Steve Parker Sarah Edgemon Ms. Barbara Simpson Ray Edwards Ms. Andrea Price Susie P. Ellington Mrs. Elaine Ellington

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Larry Everett Burt & Mary Newell Bridges

Marie P. Griffin Dr. Sam Adams

Mrs. G. W. Harris Mr. & Mrs. William Harris

Many Friends Dr. & Mrs. Harland Cofer

J. R. & Marianne Griffith Rick & Genie Powell

Marianne Griffith Mrs. Barbara Futch Ron & Joyce Gregory Ms. Laverne Horton Mrs. Rachel Hurst Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Jerkins Melvin & Wilma Kinslow Mr. James Mitchell Moncus Mrs. Blanche Palmer Miss Nena Perry Ms. Anita Rundle Rev. & Mrs. W. Raymond Wilder

Rosa Fussell Mrs. Betty Fussell

Violet Grover Mr. & Mrs. John Cannady

Lela J. Heath Dr. Sam Adams

Max Gay Mrs. Audrey Coleman

Georgia Nannette Gunn Mrs. Betty Jones

Annie Lou Flake Henry Mrs. Rachel Hurst

Ruth George Mr. & Mrs. John Linneman

Rebecca Gurr Bob & Jeanne Jernigan Bobby, Loxi, & Nikki Jones

Arthur Herndon, Jr. Ms. Wynn Herndon

Frances Feagin Rev. Jerre Feagin Barbara Fort Mr. & Mrs. Hill Fort Mary Alice Fouche Ms. Rhonda Carmichael Nancy Pigott Franklin Ms. Nancy Bailey

Mildred C.Gibbs Ms. Jean Owens Dr. John F. Gibson Jim & Patti Griffith Maudie & Carl Gilbert Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Gilbert Peggy Glover Mrs. Alice Froelich

Betty Lou Hagerson Dr. Sam Adams Hulme & Janet Kinnebrew Michael Gary Hancock Mrs. Jacquelyn Mullis Helen Morgan Harbuck Citizens Bank of Americus Henry Crisp & Jerry Ron & Joyce Gregory Hulme & Janet Kinnebrew

Howard W. (Bud) Harrod, Jr Loveard & Dorothy McMichael Marie Hartless Ms. Gail Bullington James Harvey Col. & Mrs. Donnie Courson Lynn Harvey Col. & Mrs. Donnie Courson Virginia Haun Ms. Rhonda Carmichael

Stella Herron Dr. & Mrs. James Herron Ellie Mae Hobbs Mrs. Janice Cliett Evelyn Holloway Servants of God Sunday School Class Marie Holtz Mr. & Mrs. Carl Schneider

TRIBUTES

April 1, 2018 – July 31, 2018

In Memory of...

Thomas B. Hooks IV Dr. Sam Adams

Clair Strange Jones Mrs. Mary Tom Byram Loveard & Dorothy McMichael Jess & Peggy Mitchell Bill & Mary Claire Reeves

Lloyd Marchant Mr. & Mrs. Charlie Satterfield

Carson & Philena McLane Judge & Mrs. H. Arthur McLane

Luetta Mae Martens Billy & Myrtle Liggin

Susie A. McTier Dr. & Mrs. Jack Rowe

Marthalene Callaway House Mr. & Mrs. W. Henry Cobb II Mrs. Betty Hewitt Mr. & Mrs. Harold Jacobs Ms. Annet Thompson

Ethel A. Jordan Mrs. Elaine Ellington

Betty Martin Msgt. Jerry T. Martin

Ken Meredith Ray & Betty Crenshaw

Lucille Scott Kea Dr. & Mrs. Donald Kea

Rev. James Houseal David & Sylvia Tart

Bessie Knight Mrs. Betty Fussell

Judy Martin Jimmie & Joyce Buchanan Mack & Linda Martin

Marion Miller Mr. Jack Miller Larry & Phyllis Tucker

Elizabeth Huggins Mr. & Mrs. William Huggins

Mary Jewel Willis Lancaster Ms. Marian Conway

Walter & Clare Martin Mr. & Mrs. L. Philips Martin

Bobby Mitchell Mrs. Barbara Mitchell

Hazel Hughes Mr. & Mrs. John Crow, Jr.

Dot Land Nina & Dean Terrell

Nettie Marx Mrs. Dianne Pierce

Eleanor D. Mitchell Mr. & Dr. Jess Mitchell

Margaret N. Humphries Mrs. Jacquelyn Mullis

Julian & Florence Layfield Mike & Jan Odom

Dr. & Mrs. C. M. Massey Rev. & Mrs. Benjy Varnell

Ruth Moorman Mrs. Elaine Moorman

Nora & J. D. Ivey Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Gilbert

Margaret Lee Mr. & Mrs. William Harris

Steve Massey Ms. Marie Massey

Catherine Morgan Mrs. Peggy White

Helen Jackson Mr. Steve Jackson

Claudia Leonard Mrs. Alice Froelich

Edith Mathis Ms. Jean Trego

Billie G. Mosteller Mr. & Mrs. Martin Mosteller

Lucile Jernigan Mr. & Mrs. Bob Jernigan

Mrs. Sam Leonard Mrs. Alice Froelich

Elizabeth Matthews Mrs. Judith Bryan

Mitzi Jackson & Kristal Bryant’s Mother Dr. & Mrs. Price Walker Jr.

Sallie Johns Mr. & Mrs. Wade Bedingfield

Sharon Linke Mrs. Kristi Daniel

Eula Floreine Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Richard Moser

Euel & Yvonne Lloyd Mrs. Nancy Fox

Hazel Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Dewey Rozar

Benjamin B. Joiner Mr. & Mrs. Don Joiner

Ruth H. Maffett Mrs. Sara Anne Maffett

Bernice C. Jones Mr. & Dr. Jess Mitchell

Gladys Marchant Mr. & Mrs. Charlie Satterfield

Tom Hooks Mr. & Mrs. Greg Austin

Allen Malone Mrs. Mary Shepherd

Cleon (Mac) Maxon Larry & Wanda Lewis Dewey L. Maxwell Mr. & Mrs. Richard Penn Bill McCall Ms. Kay Hipp Ruth McClain Mr. & Mrs. Steve English Veruda McKendall Mr. & Mrs. Steve Asplund

My Mother Ms. Danell Moore All Past Mothers C. D. Flanders Our Mothers Mrs. Marguerite M. Wood Mrs. Jeff Murkison Ms. Faye Grice

Lois McKibben Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Nihiser

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With grateful appreciation for those who support our ministry.

In Memory of...

Neil Murphy Ms. Louise Chapman Mr. Robert Dyer Sandra & Clyde Isom Charles & Christine Logan Vincent & Mary Maggio Ms. Reta Perkerson Southwest Georgia Bank Gary & Dixie Terning Ms. Nancy Usry Mr. Jeff Waldroup

Jenny Perry Ms. Bonnie Perry

Katie Rozar Mr. & Mrs. Dewey Rozar

Mrs. Willie Smith Neal & Myra Moseley

Michele Phagan Ms. Mindy Phagan

Montine Ryon Mrs. Ronda Young

Norma Smith Dr. Randall Smith

Walter Mae Pollock Mr. Dwight Bliss Jr.

Bill & Pearl Sadler Mr. & Mrs. Roy Manoll

Billy Powell Mr. & Mrs. Ken Singleton

Pearl Sadler Mr. & Mrs. Roy Manoll III

James Sosby Joy Carter & Laverne Carter Servants of God Sunday School Class

Gladys Murray Mr. Matthew Murray III

Preston Powell Mr. & Mrs. Greg Austin

Callie Fletcher Satterfield Roland & June Satterfield

Helen Neilson Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Herring

Olyra T. Rainey Mr. & Mrs. Burton Bridges

Betty Nettles Derek & Charlene McAleer

Jewell Reeves Dr. & Mrs. William Reeves

Marguerite Sechrist Vickie & Lamar Black Mrs. James Reynolds

Mary Nicholls Mrs. Louise Wangen

Sandy Rewis Edie & Tim Vinson

Edith Nihiser Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Nihiser

Mr. & Mrs. C. L. Rhyne Mr. & Mrs. Dan Rhyne

Billy & Louise Odom Ned & Sue DeJournett

Rosamond Fairman Richardson Mr. Allen Richardson

Louise Odom Sam & Jana Powers Willie Paschal Mrs. Florence Royal

Bettye Paulk Mr. & Mrs. Bob Jernigan Kathryn Payne Mr. & Mrs. Ardis Bennett Harriet Peak Kay & Charles Reeves Daisy Pennington Ms. Irene P. Beasley

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Frank Riley Mrs. Sarah Riley Herman Roberts Lynn & Donna Sue Roberts Lois Roberts Jolene & Art Tanner Myrna Roberts Jolene & Art Tanner Sarah Rodgers Mr. & Mrs. Ron Hanson Lenette H. Roquemore Ed & Susanne Scott Roquemore

Marylyne Shadrick Mr. Joseph Shadrick Langdon C. Sheffield Mrs. Blanche Palmer Joseph Slaughter, Sr. Ms. Rhonda Carmichael Betty E. Smith Ms. Frances Scoggins Elizabeth Smith Mr. & Mrs. Greg Austin Bill & Mary Claire Reeves Estelle M. Smith Mr. & Mrs. Bobby Strange Sr. Joyce Smith Edie & Tim Vinson Margaret K. Smith Dr. Sam Adams Mary Ann Smith Mr. & Mrs. Phil Guest Mr. & Mrs. Bill Smith Mr. & Mrs. Billy Smith

Frances A. Spires Larry & Wanda Lewis Ann Stacy Mr. James Stacy Frasier Stembridge Dr. Sam Adams Kay & Charles Reeves John Ed Stephens Mr. Sam Stephens Rubye Stephens Mrs. T. E. Newell

Wilber Stephens Mrs. Mary Shepherd Leonard & Evelyn Stewart Mr. & Mrs. Robert Stewart Willie E. Stoddard, Jr. Mrs. Ann Stoddard William B. Stribling Joy Carter & Laverne Carter Servants of God Sunday School Class John D. Stripling Burt & Mary Newell Bridges Mrs. Jean Carswell Kay & Charles Reeves Annette Moore Strohbehn Nina & Dean Terrell

TRIBUTES

April 1, 2018 – July 31, 2018

In Memory of...

Mary Strohsahl Mrs. Betty Hewitt Sara Sumner Mrs. Elaine Moorman Ossie Swann Mr. & Mrs. Ward Sweat Edgar D. Tallent Dr. Sam Adams Lois Talton Mr. & Mrs. Harold Talton Lou K. Talton Ms. Janet Cauthen Mrs. Jacquelyn Mullis Robbie Tanner Jolene & Art Tanner

Johnny Taylor Mr. & Mrs. Greg Austin Ms. Barbara Simpson Dr. Frank Terry Rev. & Mrs. Eugene Cochran David & Harriette Haygood Derek & Charlene McAleer

George F. Tresher Ms. Rhonda Carmichael Mr. Craig Falk Scott & Deborah Metts R. Jean Murray Ms. Lynn Revill Ms. Edith Smoak Annie W. Tripp Mr. Lonnie Duke Elizabeth Tucker Larry & Phyllis Tucker

Sophie Tyler Gayle & Tommy Helms Ms. Faye Tatum The Mothers of Laurel Branch UMC Laurel Branch UMC Dr. & Mrs. J. C. Varnell Rev. & Mrs. Benjy Varnell Julia Veal Ms. Ann V. Harris Faye Verdon Ms. June Little

Glenice Terry Burt & Mary Newell Bridges

Dr. Robert & Hazel Waller Bill & Carleen Fillingim

James Edgar Thompson Jim & Patti Griffith

Dr. Tom P. Watson Mrs. Patsy Watson

Nancy M. Thompson Dr. Sam Adams

Julia Watts Mrs. Margaret Lehman

Daphne Tresher Ms. Rhonda Carmichael Ms.Vicki Giddens H & S Supply Co. Inc Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Harper Mr. & Mrs. John Lindgren Tanis Towns

Audrey Bell Webb Mr. & Mrs. Julian Webb Jr. Linda Webb W.C. & Faye Webb Edna Wells Ms. Faye Wells

Laura White Mrs. Peggy White

Claudine Milva Williamson Dr. Sam Adams

Ethel Whittle Mr. & Mrs. Harold Talton

Blanche R. Williams Mrs. Sara Anne Maffett

The Mother of Mary Lillyan Wilson Ms. Mary Lillyan Wilson

Yuba D. Wilson Mr. & Mrs. John Allison Mr. & Mrs. Freddie Crenshaw Mr. & Mrs. J. W. Hester Mr. & Mrs. Robert Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Remington Johnston Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Monroe

Calvin Williams Mr. & Mrs. Charlie Satterfield

Lucile W. Witt Mr. & Mrs. Ray & Donja Tripp

Charles & Dorothy Williams Dr. Patricia Williams

Athalaine Wommack Mrs. Mary Ann Brasington

Dorothy C. Williams Dr. Patricia Williams

Lucy Whittington Wright Roland & June Satterfield

Dorothy H. Williams Mr. Fred Williams

Futch R. Yarbrough Mr. & Mrs. Gene Sellars

Helen H. Williams Larry & Wanda Lewis

Yulsa Ms. Helen Crenshaw

Iola Williams Rev. Patricia Burns

Luella Zimmerman Jimmie & Joyce Buchanan

Franciene Reid Wiggins Dr. Sam Adams Katherine Wilkinson Larry & Phyllis Tucker

Kitty McCall Williams Jimmie & Joyce Buchanan Mrs. Jean Carswell Mrs. Betty Hewitt Ms. Kay Hipp Mr. & Mrs. Harold Jacobs Mr. & Mrs. Scott McCall Mr. & Mrs. James Wylie Lucille Williams Ms. Cecelia Whiddon Mary Alice Williams Mr. & Mrs. Ben Tate

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In Honor of...

Dr. Sharon Ash & Staff Ray & Betty Crenshaw Rev. Donna Avera Ms. Donna Foskey

Father’s Day Smithville UMC St. Andrews Presbyterian Women’s Ministry

Angel Jernigan Mr. & Mrs. Bob Jernigan

Carolyn C. Moye Mr. Thad J. Wallis

Jeanne W. Jernigan Ms. Seleta Rogers

Ellen Navarra Tom & Carol D’Isepo

Beloved Jesus Mrs. Marguerite M. Wood

Tammy & Neil Obenauf Ray & Betty Crenshaw

Eloise Kent Ms. Kathy Chalker

Harold & Mavis Odom Mike & Jan Odom

Wade Barr Mrs. Shari R. Barr

Mother’s Day Rev. & Mrs. George Herndon Mr. & Mrs. Frank Pool Smithville UMC St. Andrews Presbyterian PCA

Rev. Henry & Jane Ellen Bass Rev. & Mrs. Carl Howard

Mary D. Dismuke Mrs. Beth White

Denise Kilpatrick Ray & Betty Crenshaw

Robert Palmer Mr. & Mrs. Tom Liner

Jacki Beasley Rev. William Beasley

Rev. William & Sue Dupree Mr. Samuel Edwards

Dr. & Mrs. Lawrence Kirk, Jr. Mr. Fred Williams

Liza Parker Rev. & Mrs. W. Raymond Wilder

Jeanette Beaver Servants of God Sunday School Class

All Mothers in the Cheek Frazier Family Ms. Charlcie Jones

Mary MacMillan Ms. Susan MacMillan

Tony & Fannie Benford Mr. & Mrs. Bob Jernigan

Juanita Fuller W.C. & Faye Webb

Friends at Magnolia Manor of Macon Ms. Martha Griffin

Julia Payne Ms. Maria Hassel

Beverly Peeler Rev. & Mrs. Doug Walker

Sunshine Bird Vickie & Lamar Black

Betty Fussell Mike & Connie Gurley

Mikel & Mandi Mailhot Bob & Jeanne Jernigan

Tina Brammer Ms. Nancy Usry

Julia Gaston Mrs. Polly Aycock

Ruth Brisbois Mr. & Mrs. William Huggins

Marge Hauer Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lustenader

Leonard & Sallie Mann Jim & Barbara Jensen Ms. Tish Searcy

The Nursing Staff of Magnolia Manor Mr. & Mrs. Scott McCall

Pauline (Polly) Aycock Smyrna UMC

Jackie Carden Avalon Ladies Bible Class Sarah Hartley Bethany Sunday School Class Mr. Luther Durrence Jr. Gladys Crabb Mrs. Betty Hewitt Mr. & Mrs. Ray Crenshaw Mr. Fred Williams

Cheryl Crosby Mrs. Amanda Fasnacht Cora Dasher Bob & Barbara Dasher

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Chandler Haulk Jeanne Jernigan Darla Jackson Mr. Steve Jackson

Rev. Julia Pettyjohn Jennings Mr. & Mrs. Casper Johnson Ms. Rosa Lacy Mrs. Lorene Marsh Dr. John Marshall Minister Johnnie & Barbara Pool Ms. Annie Simon Elbert & Sue Solomon Connie Walters Mr. J. Lance Williamson Elder Linda Williams Williamson Mr. & Mrs. Benny Woodham

Louise L. Maxwell Mr. & Mrs. Richard Penn Rev. Anthony McPhail Mr. Roy Watson Jr. Nancy Miller Ms. Kay Crawford Lanie Kent Julie Schroeder

Betty Pope B. Gail Barksdale Mr. & Mrs. Jim Winter Hazel Rathel Trinity UMC Dr. John Lee Redding Rev. & Mrs. Richard Lanning Christine and David Robinson Ray & Betty Crenshaw Dewey & Suzanne Rozar Juanita Fuller & Katie Webb Charles & Connie Short Mr. Fred Williams Ken & Lehanne Singleton Mr. & Mrs. Bob Jernigan

Mrs. W. R. Morton Mr. Fred Morton

Ricky & Robin Singleton Mr. & Mrs. Bob Jernigan

All Mothers Mr. & Mrs. Lamar Black Woodmen of the World Lodge No. 202

Faye Tallent Avalon Ladies Bible Class Brian Tench Mrs. Kristi Daniel

TRIBUTES

April 1, 2018 – July 31, 2018

Gail & David Thompson Ray & Betty Crenshaw Norma Thompson Mr. & Mrs. Hill Fort June & Lee Todd Dan & Priscilla Krupp Genesis Sunday School Class - Plains UMC Allene & Ceegie Haugabook The Mothers & Women of Colquitt UMC Colquitt UMC The Mothers of Laurel Branch UMC Laurel Branch UMC The Mothers of Maple Springs UMC Maple Springs UMC Rev. Steve Vinson Mulberry Street UMC

Juanita Wilder Dr. & Mrs. David Edgar Mrs. Barbara McLendon Linda Williams Ms. Ann V. Harris

Rev. Edwin Willis Mrs. Juanita Scott Faye Wilson Mr. Jeff Wilson Mrs. Omega G. Wood Charles D. & Cynthia Sikes Janet Woodworth Col. & Mrs. Thomas Williams Mary Worth Mr. Amos Pham Carl & Tina Zech Bronwood UMC Smithville UMC

Marie Waitsman Bill & Glenda Kipp Rev. John Walker Mrs. Mary Tom Byram Leslie UMC Warwick UMC Mr. & Mrs. Richard Wisham The 80th Birthday of Eleanor Walton Steve & Kelly Horne and family Jeanne P. Watson Sonny Watson K. Faye Webb Mr. Edward Berkoben Ms. Gretchen Gay Tommy & Judy Whitaker Bob & Jeanne Jernigan Elizabeth C. Wilbanks Paul & Jane Pressly

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General Donations Mr. & Mrs. Leland Adams Mr. Scott Adkins Albany First UMC Retha Martin & Bob Van Alstine Alston UMC Ms. Toni Altenburg Americus Salem UMC Andersonville UMC Mr. Elvin Andrews Arlington UMC Mr. & Mrs. Mashuq Askerzada Mr. & Mrs. Greg Austin Avalon UMC Baconton UMC Bailey-Thompson Fund Ms. Earnestine Balk Mrs. Taylor Barksdale Barrow & Byrd Properties, Inc. Mrs. Doris Batts Mrs. Danna Baumbach Baxley First UMC Mr. Grant Bennett Mr. Earl Benson Ms. Glenda Berryhill Bethany UMC Bethel UMC Bethel UMC Mr. & Mrs. Lamar Black Mr. & Mrs. Charles Bledsoe Mrs. Louise Blue Bold Springs UMC Boston UMC Ms. Nancy Brooks Brooks UMC Mr. Donald Broome Ms. Anna Brown Rev. & Mrs. William Brown Broxton UMC Brunswick First UMC Buckhorn UMC Mrs. Marion Bullard Ms. Martha Jane Bullard Mr. Charles Burnett Camilla UMC Mr. Dean Campbell Mr. Stanley Carden Sr. Mrs. Claudia Carney Ms. Agnes Carter

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Ms. Kathy Chalker Mr. & Mrs. Bob Chaphe Mr. Charles Chapman Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Cheek Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Childers Ms. Stacey Childre Christ UMC Ms. Margaret Christian Ms. Sally Clark Ms. Mona Claxton Cobbtown UMC Ms. Geraldine Colbert Collins UMC Collinsworth-Corinth UMC Mr. & Mrs. Larry Comer Community Foundation of Central Georgia, Inc. Ms. May Conner ConneXion UMC Mr. Jose Contreras Mr. & Mrs. Kelton Cook Mr. & Mrs. Ben Cooley Copaco Cordele First UMC Rev. & Mrs. Buddy Coss Mr. Gregory Costin Mr. & Mrs. Larry Cowart Dr. John Cranston III Mrs. Toni Cravey Mr. & Mrs. Julian Creamer Mrs. Adela David Mr. Donald Davidson Jr. Mr. Robert Davis Rev. Wesley Deverger Dexter UMC Mrs. Mary Dixon Dixon UMC Douglas First UMC Dudley UMC Rev. & Mrs. James Duke Jr. Mrs. Mary Duke Ms. Ruby Dukes Rev. George Durham Ms. Diana Durie Eastman First UMC Mr. Randolph Edgar Mr. & Mrs. George Elder Elizabeth Chapel UMC Emanuel UMC

Mrs. Susie Etheredge Ms. Joelle Etheridge Wes Ezzell Faith Sunday School Class of Magnolia Manor Mr. Craig Falk Mrs. Sara Fleming Dr. & Mrs. E. E. Flournoy Ms. Louise Forehand Forest Hills UMC Mr. & Mrs. Hill Fort Ms. Carol Foster Ms. Ella Freeman Friendship Bible Class-Climax UMC Friendship UMC Friendship UMC (Bacon Co.) Friendship UMC (Cairo Charge) Ms. Marie Gann Garden City UMC Georgia Cochran Sunday School Class Louis E. & Millie Coats Gholson Fund Gibson UMC Giddens Endowment Fund Mr. Karl Gill Mrs. Sandra Lee Goembel Gray UMC Gray UMC Women in Mission Miss Mary Green Mr. & Mrs. Ronnie Greer Ms. Joyce Griner Mr. George Hall Rev. & Mrs. Rick Hamilton Ms.Vivian Hancock Ms. Barbara Harper Kay Hayman Helena UMC Mrs. Janice Henderson Mr. Bradley Herndon Hilton UMC Mr. & Mrs. R. Hinton Hopewell UMC Rev. & Mrs. Carl Howard Ms. Ann Howell Ms. Nancy Hudson Mr. & Mrs. Robert Hunnicutt

Ms. Barbara Hunt Mr. & Mrs. Brevard Hunt Ms. Sarah Inzetta Isle of Hope UMC Mr. & Mrs. Charles Izlar Mr. Russell Jacobs Tom & Claudia Jefferson Fund Mr. & Mrs. Bob Jernigan Mr. & Mrs. Clyde Jinks Jr. Ms. Alyson Johnson Rev. & Mrs. Thomas Johnson Sr. Mr. Wally Joiner Jr. Mrs. Phyllis Jones Mrs. Sallie Jones Knights of Columbus Mrs. Candace Kosloske Lakeland UMC Lakeside UMW Lamb’s Chapel UMC Landsburg UMC Ms. Debra Lane Mr. & Mrs. Jim Lawrence Jr. Lee Street UMC Leesburg UMC Ms. Nancy Lewis Liberty UMC Rev. & Mrs. Jarrell Lillard Linton UMC Ms. June Little Mr. & Mrs. Frank Littleton Jr. Dr. & Mrs. Stan Littleton Living Grace UMC Ms. Dawn Lott Mr. & Mrs. Mike Lumpkin Lyons First UMC Magnolia Manor Christian Women Circle Magnolia Manor of Macon Magnolia Manor Yard Sale Majors Electric & Mechanical, Inc. Mr. Al Manning Manor UMC Ms. Brenda Martin Dorothy T. Martin Trust Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Martz Mr. & Mrs. David McCollum Ms. Rhonda McQuitty McRae UMC Mrs. Kemper Meadows

The measure of a life, after all, is not its duration, but its donation.

Meigs UMC Meldrim UMC Metz Culinary Management Midway UMC Ms. Patricia Miller Rev. & Mrs. Wayne Mitchell Montezuma UMC Morningside UMC Mr. & Mrs. Neal Moseley Mrs. Jean Mosely Mrs. Doris Mountjoy Moxley UMC Mt. Olivet UMC Mt.Vernon UMC Mt. Zion UMC Nashville UMC Network For Good New Day Sunday School Class Ms. Kathleen Newkirk Mr. & Mrs. Frank Newman Northview UMC Oak Grove UMC Oak Grove UMC (Broxton Circuit) Olive Branch UMC Dr. Naomi Oliver Mr. Jason Owens Park Ave UMC Park Memorial UMC Parkers Chapel UMC Parker’s Heating & Air Conditioning Mr. & Mrs. John Patterson III Paynes Chapel UMC Rev. & Mrs. Lee Pettis Philadelphia UMC Mr. & Mrs. Carlos Phillips Pierce Chapel UMC Pinehurst UMC Pleasant Grove UMC Mr. Albert Pollard Mr. & Mrs. Taylor Poole Portal UMC Mrs.Vesta Porter Powersville UMC Mr. & Mrs. Tommy Pratt Jr. Mr. David Prince Angie Proctor

Prospect UMC Pyles Plumbing & Utility Quitman UMC Mr. Michael Ramsey Reidsville UMC Ms. Roxie Remley Reynolds UMC Rochelle UMC Rev. & Mrs. Sam Rogers III Ms. Mary Rogowski Ms. Lydia Romero Mrs. Lynda Scarborough Shellman UMC Shelton’s Chapel UMC Mrs. Janice Sheppard Shiloh UMC C. Byrd Simmons, CPA Mr. & Mrs. Ken Singleton Mr. & Mrs. Richard Singleton Ms. Clara Slaughter Ms. Cassandra Smith Ms. June Smith Ms. Traci Smith Madden Sparks UMC Ms.Yvonne Spivey Springhead UMC Mr. Earle Spurlock St. Luke UMC St. Luke UMC - Circle 9 St. Mark UMW St. Mary’s Road UMC St. Marys UMC St. Simons Island UMC Mr. Michael Stallworth Statesboro First UMC Ms. Sharon Stocking Ms. Lynn Stowers Swainsboro First UMC Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Taylor Tena Corporation Tennille UMC The Estate of William L. Williams Mr. John Thomas Ms. Caroline Tilley TIS Insurance Services Mr. & Mrs. Mark Todd Trinity UMC

DONATIONS

April 1, 2018 – July 31, 2918

Trinity UMC Bertha Tucker Trust Mr. James Turner Mrs. Dale Tuttle Unadilla UMC Union UMC Sunday School United Way of Greater Atlanta Unity UMC Uvalda UMC Mr. & Mrs. Robert Vanderhoef Rev. & Mrs. Benjy Varnell Mr. & Mrs. Tim Vinson Wadley UMC Ms. Inez Wallace Mrs. Gladys Waller Luray S. Ward Trust Waresboro UMC Warner Robins First UMC Ms. Martha Warren Warwick UMC Mr Francis Wasikowski Mr. Lester Watson Waycross First UMC Ms. Donna Wenning

Wenona UMC Wesley Chapel UMC Wesley UMC Westview UMC Ms. Joan Wilcox Ms. Chelsea Williams Mrs. Janice Williams Wilmington Isle UMC Ms.Vaughn Wilson Mr. & Mrs. Wade Wood Woodbine UMC Woodland UMC Wright’s Chapel UMC Wynnton UMC Ms. Ruth Young Mr. & Mrs. Carl Zech Zoar UMC

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IN MEMORIAM April 1, 2018 – July 31, 2918

Annie Flint Arnold E. Meacham Arthur L. Pines, Jr. Bobby Bell Callie F. Chatwood Carl Fitch Carolyn B. Cooper Cecilia Tuck Charles D. Schofield Charles M. Feldman Charles O. Hancock Charles Roland Christa Short Christine Griffin Corrine Randall Cynthia Hanchey Daphne Tresher David M. Raynor Delores C. Harper Delphine Hollis Diane H. Miller Dorothy A. Depriest Dorothy Stallworth Edgar R. Gatlin, Jr. Edith Williams Elizabeth L. Smith Eloise B. Wright Emily A. Cook Ernestine Belyew Eugene Hadley Eunice Griggs

Evelyn B. Thompson Evelyn Holloway Fannie Robinson Flora L. Waymon Florie Gunterberg Floyd Ellerbee Frances Dawkins Franciene F. Wiggins George F. Tresher, Jr. Georgia N. Gunn Georgia Simmons Gerald J. Beisner Gerald V. Bates Gladys Hill Gloria M. Hair Gussie Lumsden Howard W. Hall James M. Frazier James T. Letchworth Janelle Wilkes Janett S. Edmond John D. Saunders, Jr. John K. Mihealsick John S. Winn, Jr. Johnnie B. Williams Joseph Clay Julia Lewis Karen Goodin Laura E. Duke Lawrence Holmes Leila Edge

Lillie B. Hollomon Lillie P. Forston Linda A. Hauptman Linda L. Person Lois Aldridge Lois K. White Lorenzo Burch Lucile Schance Luetta M. Martens Mae P. Denmark Marianne S. Griffith Marie Clark Marjorie L. Mitchell Mary Dozier Mary E.Vaughn Mavis C. Horton Max B. Fowler Michael Bellner Michael Cates Mildred H. Rutan Mildred L. Kelley Nancy C. Johnson Ozella Walker Para L. Ford Philip E. Green Queen E. Flowers Richard C. Baechtel Rickey Harris Robert W. James Romell Banks Ronald L. Blackburn

Rosemary Russell Sharon I. Stephens Shirley S. Duke Susan C. Lee Susie Malone Sylvia Tourky Tommy Harris Vera E. Chapa Vernon Austin Victoria C. Collins Viola N. Pearson Virginia E. Peterson Virginia Haun Walter Elgin William Barrington William W. Byram, Jr. Willie Barnard, Jr. Willie Bennett Willie O. Smith Yuba D. Wilson

For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death.

Psalm 48:14

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