Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

The Pinecone | September 2021 • 3 • Get to know Kirby Pines' New Resident Bios written by resident, Peggy Reynolds Gatlin NEW RESIDENTS We want to welcome our new residents, Keith and Judy Weathers. They have re- located to Kirby Pines from their former home in Salem, Oregon. Married for 55 years, they have 2 children and 2 teenage grandchildren. A graduate of Wheaton College and The University of Southern California. Keith enjoyed a career of teaching music be- fore taking over his family’s music busi- ness, Weather’s Music Company, started by his parents in 1950. Judy went to the University of Oregon and San Francisco State University, majoring in music and special education. She had a teaching ca- reer before she became a homemaker and mother. A veteran of the U.S. Army, earning the rank of Specialist 5. He served in the 72nd Army Band in San Pedro, California. As music lovers, theWeathers have strong interests in all aspects of music. Keith en- joys fishing, hunting, and woodworking while Judy likes flower gardening and an- imals. They are interested in many differ- ent subjects and activities including the study of the Bible. Keith and Judy’s travel destinations in- clude much of the U.S., South America, and Mexico. Their favorite trip was to Japan to see their daughter perform her keyboarding skills in an international mu- sic festival. Make it a priority to meet Keith and Judy. Involve them in our life enhancement op- portunities here at Kirby Pines. They are an energetic couple with much to offer to our community. Judy & Keith Weathers Nancy & James Danley Married for 61 years, Jim and Nancy Danley are now making their home at Kirby Pines. They have moved from their previous home at The Oaks at Parkview in Olive Branch, MS. The Danleys have 4 children, 8 grandchildren and 6 great- grands. Their favorite tradition is Thanks- giving family gatherings, they must have a lively time with their large family. Graduating from Arkansas State Univer- sity, Jim entered the US Army to begin his long career. He earned the rank of Lt. Colonel and he served assignments in the U.S.A., Vietnam and Panama. He also served as an R.O.T.C. Instructor. Also, a graduate of Arkansas State with a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education, Nan- cy taught for the Department of Defense schools. Along with Jim’s long career in the mil- itary came many opportunities to travel. Some of their most memorable destina- tions include Hawaii, Panama, South Ko- rea, Hong Kong, Viet Nam and Mexico. Jim was the proud recipient of the D.A.V. National Commander’s Award for his involvement in veterans’ affairs. Nancy holds membership in three ancestral so- cieties and founded the Olive Branch ge- nealogy group. To stay active since moving to Kirby Pines, Jim continues to unpack boxes while Nancy researches and instructs ge- nealogy. We are elated to have the Danleys join our Kirby Community. They will be a sure fit and enhance many friendships and activ- ities. We look forward to meeting them! Martha & Buddy Pugh Lifelong Memphians, Buddy and Martha come to Kirby Pines from their home in Memphis. Married for 55 years, they have two children and are the proud grandpar- ents to seven. The Pughs are graduates of Auburn Uni- versity. Buddy’s degree is in Architec- ture and Martha’s degree is in Educa- tion. Buddy is a retired architect and he worked as a properties manager 20 years at Fed Ex. Martha retired from teaching at Evangelical Christian School after 28 years. This young at heart couple continue to stay active doing their favorite hobby, collecting memories. Buddy enjoys art, keeping up with the financial news and doing crossword puzzles. Martha stays busy knitting, doing computer games and participating in Bible studies. Traveling brings joy to Buddy and Mar- tha and they have traveled much. Their destinations have included France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Scotland, En- gland and Spain. They have also cruised to Mexico, Costa Rica, Alaska, and the Panama Canal. They are proud alums of Auburn Univer- sity and enjoy cheering them on in their sporting events. They will surely fine oth- er Auburn supporters here at Kirby. You will want to make friends with our new neighbors when you are out and about Kirby Pines’ beautiful campus. They are a good fit our community and we are very happy to welcome them to their new home.