Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

The Pinecone | October 2021 • 3 • Get to know Kirby Pines' Leon and Marilyn Sanderson recently made the move to Kirby Pines from their previous home in Collierville, Tennessee. They may look familiar to you since they have been involved in programs and other activities for some time here at Kirby. Married for 38 years; they have three children, nine grandchildren and three great grands. Both of the Sandersons are graduates of Harding University. Leon received his B.A. in 1954 and served as a minister for 64 years. Marilyn earned a B.A. in Elementary Education in 1966 and had a career as a teacher and administrator at Harding Academy of Memphis for 43 years. To stay active Leon and Marilyn ride bikes and walk. They also enjoy music, reading and travel. They have traveled to all of the fifty states and the six continents. They especially enjoyed their 25th anniversary trip to Switzerland. As a member of the Civitan, Leon served as President for three years. Harding University honored Leon and Marilyn as “Alumnus of the Year.” If you haven’t already met these new residents, hopefully, you will soon. A lifelong learner, Leon is an encourager. Marilyn in interested in others and never meets a stranger. They are a good fit for Kirby Pines Retirement Community and we are elated they chose our beautiful home for their retirement. Leon & Marilyn Sanderson Betty Richarde Betty Richarde comes to Kirby Pines from her previous home in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Married to the late Henry Richarde for 54 years, she is the proud mother of two children and the grandmother to four grandchildren. A graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor of Science degree, Betty taught for 33 years in the Pascagoula City Schools. She was awarded the “Teacher of the Year” honor during her teaching career. Betty and her late husband’s love of traveling took them to many memorable destinations including stops in Europe, Asia, Alaska, and Hawaii. An active person, before Covid 19, Betty volunteered in various hospitals. She also enjoys playing bridge, luncheons and other groups. Betty’s friends describe her as a very loyal, honest, and dependable person. We are so glad Betty chose Kirby Pines for this chapter of her life. She will be a welcome addition to our list of volunteers with her commitment to helping others. Get acquainted with Betty soon and invite her to enjoy the many enhancement opportunities we have here at our beautiful Kirby Pines. NEW RESIDENTS New Resident Bios written by resident, Peggy Reynolds Gatlin