Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

• 2 • The Pinecone | August 2023 ON THE PINECONE COVER The 40th Anniversary of Kirby Pines is just a month away. Whether you have been a resident for ten years or just four days, you are enjoying the numerous improvements and upgrades to the community over the past years. These im- provements and our consistency in delivering services to our residents has resulted in Kirby Pines being voted the Memphis Most winner by the Memphis Commercial Appeal year after year. This year the theme for our 40th Anni- versary will be prayer and the color - digital lavender. The theme has personal meanings to each per- son, but it important to know that Kirby was the idea of several clergy and lay people whose prayers laid the foundation for what has be- come a landmark retirement community in the southeastern United States. The color digital lavender, is said to signify stability, sereni- ty and wellness. An imaginative and creative color, the color is already embraced by today’s youth. So mark your calendars for September’s Light- ing of the Lake ceremony, celebrating Kirby’s 40th Anniversary, Saturday September 9th. August, known for its dog days of summer, is hot in Memphis, and yet we can be thankful for temperatures cooler than those in the west and southwestern parts of the United States. Just Preparing for Our 40th Anniversary at Kirby Pines Celebrating FRIENDSHIP at Kirby Pines! Kirby Pines Retirement LifeCare is managed by: BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dr. James Latimer, Chairman Mr. Rudy Herzke, President Mr. Berry Terry, Secretary/Treasurer Mr. Larry Braughton Mr. Jim Ethridge Ms. Linda Harrington Ms. Mary Ann Hodges Mr. Rusty Linkous Mr. Boyd Rhodes, Jr. RCA STAFF Charlie Trammell President, RCA Michélle Vincent Executive Vice President, RCA John McElderry Vice President of Operations, RCA Tim Cox Senior Vice President of Finance, RCA Michael Kelly Vice President of Finance, RCA Stephanie Barrow Director of Sales & Marketing KIRBY PINES STAFF Michael Escamilla Executive Director, Kirby Pines Annette Marlar Director of Medical Services Mike Abutineh, M.D. Medical Director Anna Bradford Nursing Home/Assisted Living Administrator Trudy Schenkenberger Director of Human Resources Linda Strickland Director of Accounting Jada Mullins Director of Environmental Services Chuck Neeley Director of Maintenance Mike Rayder Director of Grounds & Landscaping Mark Simpson Director of Culinary Services Calvin Sims Director of Security This magazine is produced by RCA 6465 N. Quail Hollow Rd., Suite 400 Memphis, TN 38120, 901-794-2598 Electronic version of The Pinecone is available at www.kirbypines.com August in Memphis can be quite hot and humid, so for many, it's the time to find indoor activities. But summer is still here, so grab your water and get out to enjoy our beautiful 60-acre campus. This time of year is covered with daisies, hydrangeas, hibiscus, lillies and much more, thanks to Mike Rayder and his crew. We also have a mix of things to do this month both inside and out. On the 4th, we have our Art Wall Reception. The 15th we will get together for a Friendship Dance. The Travelers take a trip to Backermann's, an Amish market, on the 21st. Lunch Bunch goes to Southern Hands the 22nd. And if you're a fan of The King, don't miss the Tribute to Elvis on the 11th, put on by the Line Dancers, should be a treat! Our front cover features Flo Seward and Diane Mullins, who met a few years ago at Kirby Pines. Flo had been here a couple years when Diane moved in. With common interests, they quickly became friends and bridge partners. Our back cover shows the many friends, new and old living together at Kirby Pines. Our the same, it is important to stay hydrated both outdoors and indoors, keep window treatments closed during the afternoon hours, and set your air conditioning to a comfortable mid 70’s degree. Of course, wearing light loose fitting clothing is helpful as well. Regardless of how long you have been a resident, or have been contemplating a move to Kirby Pines, our upcoming 40th Anniversary is possible because of the trust you and so many in the Memphis community have in us. On behalf of all employees, thank you for your coopera- tive spirit throughout the years, and may I suggest you make some time to relax away from the hot August sun and enjoy an ice cream treat in the Kirby Bistro. Alma Crone and Sally Coleman have been friends for 75 years! longest friendship is pictured below. Alma and Sally met when they were just kids, attending school and church together. You can see the many friendships on our back pages showing the number of years each has known one another. Our Facebook page will have photos, names and where they met and check our YouTube Channel for our video celebrating Friendship Day! Michael Escamilla, Executive Director, Kirby Pines