Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

The Pinecone | September 2022 • 3 • New Resident Bios written by resident, Peggy Reynolds Gatlin Get to know Kirby Pines' NEW RESIDENTS Steve and Linda Tittle come to Kir- by Pines from their previous home in Olive Branch, Mississippi. They have been married for 56 years. Their only son, Brian, had Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and was the poster child for the M.D.A. Brian was a blessing to all who knew him. After attending the University of Mem- phis, Steve had a 35 year career as a steamfitter, welder and pipe fitter. Lin- da was a homemaker and for 5 years worked at the Germantown campus of Union University as coordinator of the MA Education program. Steve is a U.S. Army veteran, having served in the Army Ordnance Corps. Stationed in Nellingen, Germany, he was an Ordnance Specialist for 2.5 years. They both enjoy line dancing, cards, games, and puzzles. Steve should find a golf buddy easily and Linda is looking forward to learning ballroom dancing. When Steve was in the service, they traveled to many places in Europe. They have also enjoyed traveling to New York and experiencing Broadway shows. We are delighted Steve and Linda chose Kirby Pines for the next chapter in their lives. You won’t have trouble finding them, they are already involved in the Kirby lifestyle. We are happy they are here! Steve & Linda Tittle Anne Carter You will want to welcome Anne Carter to Kirby Pines. Born in Jackson, Ten- nessee, Anne has moved here from her former home In Lookout Mountain, Tennessee. Married for almost 60 years to Dr. Louis Carter, they had 2 children, David and Laney, and 2 grandchildren. Anne graduated from The Methodist School of Nursing. She and Dr. Carter had a long career as medical mission- aries. They were honored as “Teachers of the Year” by the Medical and Dental Association. Her love of writing, reading, and telling stories consume much of her time. She is working on a compilation of stories from their experiences as they traveled and served throughout the world. They lived and worked in Nigeria for 10 years, other destinations include Israel, Greece, Mexico, India, Germany and many others. Now that she has started this new chap- ter in her life, she is hoping to stay active by joining water aerobics. Anne will also be attending Evangelical Christian School’s football games where her son coaches. No doubt, Anne is a fit for our com- munity at Kirby Pines. When you meet her, you will know you have a new best friend. Welcome her with open arms! Nancy Cox Nancy Cox was born in Eastern Ken- tucky, but has lived in Memphis for 30 years. Her husband passed away in 2015 after 50 years of marriage. She has three children, three grandchildren and one great grand. She worked as the Office Manager in her father's medical practice. He was a country doctor and her fondest mem- ories include always having people around, including growing up with her sisters. Her favorite movie is Gone with the Wind , her favorite singer is Frank Sina- tra and she loves all of the holidays. Of course, growing up in Appalachia, she is also a fan of Kentucky Wildcat bas- ketball. Nancy has traveled all across the United States and has visited England. Her fa- vorite trip, however, is going to Wash- ington DC as a child. She is very proud seeing her grandchil- dren grow up and is thrilled at becom- ing a great grandmother. Her friends would describe Nancy as outgoing, friendly and helpful. Sounds like a match made in heaven for Kirby Pines. So make sure if you see her out an about give her a big Kirby welcome and make her feel right at home.