Clay Center Community Matters February 2018

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February 2018

Woodworker remembers uncle through art

It wasn’t too many years ago that Riley resident Wayne VanSickle was a regular visitor here at Clay Center Presbyterian Manor. His uncle,William Adams, was a resident here, and Wayne quickly got to know many of the staff members and other residents.

“I used to come to Clay Center a lot in high school, and then I was in the National Guard here in Clay Center for six years, so I know a lot of people here already. But it was nice seeing familiar faces up at the manor,” said Wayne.

One of those familiar faces was Marketing Director and Senior Living

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Wayne VanSickle created this woodcarving of the raising of the flag at Iwo Jima.

“It’s something that’s always moved me, and I wanted to try to recreate.”

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Counselor Heather Germann.

“My uncle passed a few years ago, but Heather and I have kept in touch.

She knew I was a woodworker and wondered if I might like to display some of my pieces at Presbyterian Manor. I did the plaque in the chapel a while back, so I thought that would be a good thing,” said Wayne.

During the month of February, Clay Center Presbyterian Manor residents will be treated to the talent of Wayne’s woodwork with two pieces, one being the state seal of Kansas, and the other a depiction of the

raising of the flag over Iwo Jima.

“I always wanted to do the state seal of Kansas. That one took me several months of work, and I tried my hand at painting it. I learned to paint by watching Bob Ross on KPTS. He really knows his stuff!” said Wayne.

“And the flag raising, well, it’s something that’s always moved me, and I wanted to try to recreate. It was tough because you only see the one side in the photo, and I had to imagine what the other side might look like.”

The Iwo Jima piece will soon be displayed at the Civic Center at Nelson’s Landing in Leonardville.

“They’re doing a tribute to vets, and they wanted that Iwo Jima piece.

They’re building a special display case for it,” said Wayne.

Imagining things and bringing them to reality has been Wayne’s way of life since he was a young boy.

Community Matters is published monthly for residents and friends of Clay Center Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org.

Christian Gilbert, executive director Heather Germann, marketing director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Heather Germann, hgermann@pmma.org.

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“I got into woodworking on my own

when I was in grade school. I used to make toy boats and guns. I tried to make them, anyways. I was self taught. The neighbor boy was pretty artsy, and we did this stuff together,” said Wayne.

This love for creating things led Wayne into his career, which involved several industries including sign making at a shop in Manhattan and model creation as a civilian employee at Fort Riley.

“I’ve always loved making things. I used to make boats, in fact. I took 30 years building a sailboat, and finally sold it last summer. I also made bird decoys there for a while, and I am now interested in learning to turn wood on the lathe,” said Wayne.

A man of many talents,Wayne also enjoys spending time with his family: wife Ramille, three children, eight grandchildren, and a great-grandchild on the way.

Wayne always wanted to carve the State Seal of Kansas.

Earn your wings ANGEL APPEAL DONORS

Here is a listing of individuals who gave generously to support seniors at our campus who have outlived their financial resources through no fault of their own during our annual Angel Appeal. Gifts are often made in memory or honor of a loved one who has lived at our campus.

We appreciate your generosity.

If you would like to make a gift in support of our seniors, you can make a gift online at http://www.presbyterianmanors.org/give_now or by leaving a gift with the staff at the front desk.

Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Adams in honor of Letha Lloyd

Mr. and Mrs. John Herman in memory of John and Elsie Facklam

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Alkire in honor of Winnie Barker & in memory of Maxine Lind

Mrs. Rose Hummel in memory of Mary Maur

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Mr. Thomas Koch Mr. and Mrs. Greg Langvardt

Ms. Marty Averill

Ms. Jessica Lippe

Mrs. Lois Close Mr. and Mrs. James J. Cook Jane Oberg Deyoe in memory of Frank & Ruth Esther Oberg Mr. and Mrs. Norman Elliott in memory of Dick & Betty Moore Mr. and Mrs. Gene Ferguson Ms. Kim Franken Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Germann in memory of Mark Germann & Duane Germann Mr. Christian Gilbert in honor of the Residents at Clay Center Presbyterian Manor Mr. Tracy and Mrs. Lynn Habluetzel Mrs. Wanda Hafner Ms. Julie Hamel Mr. and Mrs. Dale Hammond in memory of Louise Davidson

Mrs. Evelyn Mugler in memory of Walter Mugler Reeves & Stoppel, Optometry Mrs. Irlene K. Riechers Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Riek Mr. and Mrs. George Sanneman in memory of Edwinna & Robert Sanneman Mrs. Joyce Savener in memory of Dorothy Marshall Mr. and Mrs. Chris Schwensen Mr. and Mrs. Randy Shadle Mr. and Mrs. Ned Sortor in honor of Lenore Yost & Helen Holston Mrs. Marion Stuart Mr. and Mrs. Michael Vint in honor of Dorothy Urban Ms. Martha Wehrheim in memory of Milo and Florence James

Art is Ageless exhibit and reception features senior artists

Since the beginning of time, creative expression has brought joy to both its creators and those who experience their art. The Art is Ageless® program offers senior artists the opportunity to share and display their artwork and reaffirms the agelessness of human creativity.

This month, their works are on display at Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.

“It’s inspiring to see the beautiful pieces these seniors have created,” said Heather Germann, marketing director and senior living counselor for Clay Center Presbyterian Manor. “The joy it brings to them and others is wonderful, and that’s something we want to celebrate and share with the entire Clay Center community.”

Manor residents. The public is welcome to visit the community to view the exhibit of acrylics, oils, photography and various other mediums, ranging from amateur to professional levels.

The exhibit is open on Feb. 24 from 1 to 3 p.m.

In addition to the exhibit, Clay Center Presbyterian Manor will honor local senior artists during a reception at the community at 2:30 p.m.

The Art is Ageless exhibit will feature works from local artists who are 65 and older, including a few Presbyterian

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