Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

The Pinecone | December 2021 • 3 • Get to know Kirby Pines' Married for 65 years, Jerry and Bonnie Nowlin join Kirby Pines from their previous home in Germantown. They are blessed with two children, four grandchildren and six great grands. After going to Freed Hardeman for college, the Nowl- ins began their long careers. Jerry was in insurance for 59 years. He was an agent for 19 years with National Trust and 2 ½ years with American National Insurance Company. Then he was owner of a State Farm Agency for 38 years. Bonnie was an administrative secretary at Harding Academy for 30 years. Jerry and Bonnie have traveled extensively. Their des- tinations include most of the states (7 trips to Hawaii), England, France, The Isle of Capri and many more. Jerry was active in the Civitan Club, serving 2 years as President and he also served as President of the association for insurance agents and managers. Jerry and Bonnie were very involved as boosters for Hard- ing Academy. Bonnie was awarded the “Jewel Sisson Award” and was named “Employee of the Year” in 1999. The Nowlins have been collectors over the years, he collected “Emmett Kelly Clowns” and Bonnie collects “Dickens Villages.” You will want to meet Jerry and Bonnie. They have many stories to share from their active lives. Give them a warm Kirby Pines welcome and let them know how glad we are to have them as our new neighbors. Bonnie & Jerry Nowlin Shirley & Joe Brooks Joe and Shirley Brooks recently moved to Kirby Pines from their previous home in Germantown. Married for 64 years, they are the proud parents of three children and grandparents to six grandchildren and one great- grand. Joe retired from a longtime career in the oil business as the owner of Brooks Oil Company. Shirley enjoyed her career as a full-time homemaker for Joe and their three children. A veteran of two years in the U.S. Navy, Joe earned the rank of Airman 1st Class. He served in the supply department. Throughout their marriage, Joe and Shirley have enjoyed their many road trips to 48 of the states. They have traveled to all of the states except Alaska. Also, their many destinations have included the islands of Hawaii and ten European countries. The Brooks have chosen a perfect time to make their move toKirby Pines. Their favorite holiday is Christmas and they will enjoy all of the beautiful decorations and festivities we have here at Kirby for our residents. You will certainly want to meet this friendly and outgoing couple. You may find them walking our beautiful campus. Give them a warm Kirby Pines welcome and let them know how happy we are to have them as our new neighbors. NEW RESIDENTS New Resident Bios written by resident, Peggy Reynolds Gatlin