Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

Get to know Kirby Pines' Janet Stephens was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, grew up in Virginia and moved to Kirby Pines from her home in Olive Branch, Mississippi. She has two children and two grandchildren, her proudest accomplishments. After completing her studies in Radiologic Technology at Medical College of Virginia, the medical college of Virginia Commonwealth University in 1995, Janet had a career as a Radiology Technician at Ortho Memphis. Janet enjoys having lunch, going to movies and shopping with friends. She used to play tennis (won a club championship) and plays Bridge. To stay active Janet continues to travel to visit family and friends. Her favorite author is David Baldacci, and while living in Virginia, David's father came into her place of work. After learning she was a fan, he invited her to his home where David was having a book signing. She has visited 41 states, England, Scotland and cruised to Barcelona, Italy, Spain, and France. Going to estate sales and collecting Fiesta Dishes and Toby Mugs keep Janet busy. A people person, this friendly lady is looking forward to making new friends and getting involved in our many Kirby activities. Extend Janet a warm welcome and let her know how happy we are to have her as part of the Kirby Pines' family. Janet Stephens Charles & Inge Clark The Clarks recently moved to Kirby Pines from their former home in Germantown, Tennessee. Charles was born in Rocky Mountain, North Carolina and Inge was born in Munich, Germany. Married for 60 years, Charles and Inge have two children and two grand-children. After earning degrees from Guilford College, University of South Carolina and Harvard Business School, Charles had a 40 year career with International Chemical Company and W.R. Grace. Inge was a travel agent with International Tours and served as a librarian at the Germantown library. A veteran of the United States Army, Charles was a 1st Lieutenant. His assignment was playing basketball. (He should have some stories to tell.) Charles and Inge are already participating in Kirby's activities. Besides playing basketball, Charles is a pickle-ball player and swimmer. Inge enjoys needle arts. Charles also does volunteer work. He helps the homeless and teaches reading to the intercity youth. Together they have traveled throughout the world. Destinations include S.E. Asia, China, Yugoslavia, Germany, Switzerland and many more places. If you haven't gotten acquainted with Charles and Inge, do so soon. They have many life experiences to share. We are so happy they chose Kirby Pines for their new home. Welcome! NEW RESIDENTS The Pinecone | November 2025 • 3 • New Resident Bios written by resident, Peggy Reynolds Gatlin