Aberdeen Village
JUNE 2019
Aberdeen Village announces Art is Ageless® winners
Carl Erwin in his youth.
I remember where I was when … Two men share personal stories of learning about significant national events. Artwork graces the hallways and every available space during the annual Art is Ageless exhibit.
Aberdeen Village recently hosted a reception for the winning artists in the annual Art is Ageless® juried competition. “We are lucky to have so many talented artists in our Aberdeen Village community,” said Stephanie Oehlert, assisted living and health care marketing director. “Art is Ageless features artwork from artists age 65 and older. Our sampling shows that art can be done by any age, we are proud to show off these fabulous works!”
Shirley Dixon, independent living resident, and our Best in Show amateur winner.
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Some moments are so impactful they leave an indelible mark on a nation’s memory. Events can be so shocking, horrific or even glorious, that a person will never forget exactly what they were doing the moment they heard. Here are stories from two men who will forever have a vivid memory of where they were and what they were doing when World War II began and ended and the assassination of John F. Kennedy: Twelve-year-old Ed Weger was playing on the front porch with his brother on Dec. 7, 1941, when his father came out of the house and said he needed to talk with the two boys. It was an unseasonably mild winter day, so they sat on the front porch -Remember, continued on page 2
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while their father told them about the early-morning Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which killed nearly 2,500 Americans and pushed the U.S. into World War II. “I was not only shocked,” Ed, now 89, said, “but I was struggling to understand what it all meant.” As time went on, the young men learned more about the significance of the attack and World War II through newscasts and family conversations.
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“We would go to the movie on Saturday and there would be actual coverage of the war,” he said. “It was pretty scary.” The boys soon decided to help in the war effort by collecting scrap metal, old tires, newspapers and rags—any material that could be used. Eventually the brothers started saving money and buying stamps to purchase savings bonds. “That made us feel like we were really part of the whole situation even though we were too young to actually be involved,” Ed said. Ed and his brother received a firsthand education of the war from two uncles who fought—one in the Navy and one in the Army. His uncle in the Army fought in the Battle of the Bulge—an event he didn’t like to discuss. “Fortunately, he came out without
PMMA being hurt,” Ed said. “He didn’t want to talk too much about that situation. It was a pretty emotional experience.” At 90, Carl Erwin has lived through so many impactful, historical events, he can’t pinpoint just one. It was May 8, 1945, and young Carl was working in a field on his family’s farm when the atmosphere came alive. There was a buzzing in the air, and he could hear loud train whistles in the distance. He knew something important had happened. “I heard all the noise,” Carl said, “so I went into the house, and it was on the news.” World War II was over, and Carl’s
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brother, who had been fighting in France for three years, would soon return home. “When he stepped off the bus, I ran out, and we hugged each other tight,” Carl said. Nearly 20 years later, on Nov. 22, 1963, Carl was serving as a church pastor when a person came into the house of worship and broke the news. President John F. Kennedy had been assassinated. Carl went home and sat in silence as he and his wife watched events unfold on television. “I was shocked,” he said. “It was shocking news. That’s why it’s so outstanding.”◆
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Second Place Bill Walter, “A Peaceful Sea Shore” Third Place Edward Duman, “Fore” Drawing Professional First Place Cecil Mashburn, “Mother’s Love” Second Place Carol Rondinelli, “Afternoon Reflections” Drawing Amateur First Place Sharon Nelson, “Golden Years, Golden Gears”
“His Majesty, The King” by Shirley Dixon.
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Esther Minter, “Barnyard Supervisor”
Esther Minter, “Gardens Grace”
Third Place Kay Ruen, “End of the Road” Honorable Mention Keith Graham, “First Show on the Craggies” Cheryl Reynolds, “The Iris” Kay Ruen, “No More Crackers” Shirley Dixon, “tomayto*, tomahto* (ENG.)” Sculpture/3D Amateur First Place Sam Malsbary, “Cherub” Second Place Carl Erwin, “The Cross” Needlework Amateur First Place Mary Lou Niebling, “Knitted Preemie Baby Blanket” Photography Amateur
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Second Place Kay Ruen, “Mama in Waiting” Third Place Bill Walter, “Peonies at Aberdeen Village” Christmas Amateur First Place Edward Duman, “You Shall Name Him ‘Jesus’” Quilting Amateur First Place Judy Otey, “Spools Quilt” Second Place Judy Otey, “Winslow Alley” Judges’ Choice John McCormick, “The Red Barn” Judy Otey, “Spools Quilt” Bill Walter, “Peaceful Sea Shore” Local competition winners will
join winners from 16 other Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica communities to be judged at the masterpiece level. Winning entries at the masterpiece level are selected for publication in PMMA’s annual Art is Ageless calendar and note cards. Art is Ageless is a copyrighted program of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years. Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica’s wellness programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health. Presbyterian Manors of MidAmerica’s Art is Ageless program encourages Aberdeen Village residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as other artistic pursuits. events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year. ◆
Carol Rondinelli, our drawing instructor and Best in Show professional winner. -AIA, continued from page 1
Bill Walter, left, and Ed Duman, independent living residents, show off their ribbons. Ed is the winner in the amateur Christmas category. Bill was a Judge’s Choice winner in the amateur division.
Best of Show Professional Carol Rondinelli, “Power, Spirit & Beauty” Best of Show Amateur Shirley Dixon, “His Majesty, The King” People’s Choice Sharon Nelson, “Eagle Eye” Cheryl Reynolds, “The Iris” Kay Ruen, “No More Crackers” Shirley Dixon, “tomayto*, tomahto* (ENG.)” Painting Professional First Place Cecil Mashburn, “Rutting” Painting Amateur First Place Edward Duman, “Nice Day for a Ride” -AIA, continued on page 4
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You’re invited: Father’s Day Patio Social We will continue our long tradition of honoring the men of Aberdeen Village on Father’s Day.
Date: June 15th Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Place: Assisted living patio Entertainment: Music by Dixie Duo All fathers from health care and assisted living, along with their family members are welcome.
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