Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

New Resident Bios written by resident, Peggy Reynolds Gatlin The Pinecone | May 2026 • 3 • Get to know Kirby Pines' Barbara Frantz was born in Princeton, New Jersey and lived in Levittown, Pennsylvania. Moving from midtown Memphis, Barbara is anticipating getting involved in Kirby Pine’s life enhancement programs since she has many talents and interests to share. She received a music education degree from Barry College in Miami, Florida and a Master of Arts, Music & Liturgy from Notre Dame. She was a church musician and music teacher for 38 years and plays piano, guitar and double bass. Raising her family is Barbara’s proudest accomplishment. She has four children and seven grandchildren. In the past, Barbara had interests in both, photography and needlework. She also collects coffee mugs. Recently she is enjoying gardening, walking, spending time with family and friends, and musical performances. Her traveling experiences include a month long family trip to Europe, Caribbean cruises, Japan, Mexico Canada and throughout the U.S.A. Current residents may remember the fall dance last year, that evening we had the “Memphis Knights Big Band” group. Barbara has managed the “Knights” since 2005. When you meet Barbara, you will know you have a good new friend. She is easy going and fun to be around. Our Kirby Pines community has many opportunities for Barbara to enjoy and share her expertise. Barbara Frantz Randy & Becky Brown As we welcome the warm days of May, we want to extend a warm welcome to our newest residents, Randy and Becky Brown. The Browns are moving to Kirby Pines from Germantown, Tennessee. Married for more than 22 years, the Browns are proud of their blended family of 5 boys, 22 grandchildren, 22 great- grands and 1 great-great grand. After graduating from The University of Phoenix, Randy had a 34 year career as an insurance agent with State Farm Insurance Company. Becky earned degrees from The University of Memphis and Liberty University and had a long career in counseling and social work. A veteran of The United States Marine Corps, Randy served as a Sergeant. Mission trips have been the purpose of many of the Brown’s traveling experiences. These destinations have included tsunami relief in India, The Philippines, and Ecuador. They have served as chaplains for disaster relief programs when needed. To stay active, Randy likes gardening and he is a World War II movie buff. Becky enjoys social activities and doing volunteer work when needed. The Browns should fit in well with our Kirby Pines lifestyle. Randy has joined the Hobby Shop group and Becky sews and is looking forward to meeting new people. For sure the Kirby Pines family will welcome Randy and Becky with open arms. NEW RESIDENTS