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Happy Lynden Manor Anniversaries to…

Harry VanDyke who moved in 7 years ago on February 12th Mary Stansbury who moved in 4 years ago on February 7th

Mary “Jo” White who moved in 4 years ago on February 25th Bonnie Handerson who moved in 2 years ago on February 6th

Judy Stauffer who moved in 1 year ago on February 5th Peggy Pearse who moved in 1 year ago on February 7th

Shirley Scholten who moved in 1 year ago on February 26th

We wish you all a Happy Anniversary and many more happy years

here at Lynden Manor.

Virgil “Gene” De-Maris was born in Bruno, Minnesota to Grant and Astrid DeMaris in 1925. They were farmers. His mother, Astrid, passed away when

he was just 2 years old; as such, Gene was an only child. Shortly af-ter her passing, Gene went to live with his aunt and uncle in Duluth. He became close to them and called his aunt “nanny” and expresses that they were both very good to him. After a number of years, Gene’s fa-ther remarried, and Gene went back to live with them. When Gene was a Junior in high school and had been struggling with his English grade, he decided he was done with school and told his dad he was quitting. Gene informed him of his intention to go to the National Youth Administration Training School to become a ma-chinist. Being the laid back and lov-ing father that he was, he took the news well and decided they should go hunting that very day instead of going to school. Gene followed through with his intentions, and after a year and half he became a certified machinist and began work at the steel mill in Duluth. Gene was drafted into the military in 1943, just 8 short months after he began his job at the steel

February 2019 LYNDEN MANOR

CONTACT LIST

ADMINISTRATOR

JD HARRISON

ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR/

ACCOUNTANT

JANICE GRAY

DIRECTOR OF RESIDENT SERVICES

THERESA ODOM

RESIDENT RELATIONS DIRECTOR

JANET MORGAN

DIRECTOR OF FOOD SERVICES

TED HOWARD

ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

JULIE JAKOBITZ

MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR

MARK WESTERHOF

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mill. He was 18 years old and World War 2 had just begun. He initially believed he would be well behind the lines working as a ma-chinist, but they needed more men at the front. He was first shipped to the Solomon Islands, then to Guinea and later to the Philippines where he took part in the invasion to drive out the Japanese military. He took part in rescue missions of POW’s that were behind enemy lines and re-members once walking over 100 miles in a week. He escaped death three separate times and was shot in the back and neck. He gives credit to God for saving his life and to his step-mother who was a prayer warri-or along with a group of women from her church. They met and prayed faithfully for all the service members in their church. After two years of service, Gene was honora-bly discharged and returned to Du-luth. In 1948, Gene married his first and only love, Mercedes. They

met when they were 6 and 7 years old and they grew up together, pass-ing notes to one another in church. They began courting at the tender

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A Manor of Speaking 905 Aaron Dr * Lynden * WA 98264

360-354-5985 Website www.lyndenmanor.com

Resident of the Month Gene DeMaris

Continued from page 1 age of 12 when Gene sent a Valentine’s card to Mer-cedes that asked in no uncertain terms if she would rather be a Mrs. or a Miss. Gene loved everything about her. After Gene returned from the war, they picked up were they left off and married a couple years later. They lived in Duluth for 2 years and then set off for Seattle where Mercedes sister’s family boasted of the vast job opportunities there. It took them 10 minutes to decide they were going. Gene bought a Pontiac for $100 and loaded up their belong-ings, along with his wife, their first child and his mother-in-law, and off they went. Gene soon landed a job at Boeing working on 747s. In 1950, Gene quit his Boeing job and bought into a company that hung drywall. At one point they had over 100 employees and even hung sheet rock in the new world’s fair buildings. They bought a house in north Seattle in the Wallingford neighborhood. Gene’s hobbies including hunting, fishing, and

camping. He remembers having his first gun at the age of 4 and going out hunting for rabbits. He loved to take his own sons out hunting and last went hunt-

ing with them in 2016. In his retirement, Gene and Mercedes loved to camp with their travel trailer to California and also to Lynden, where his daughter

resided. Gene has 2 sons and 2 daughters, along with 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Gene’s wife passed away in 2014; they were married for 66 wonderful years. Gene left his home in Seattle in

2017 and made the move to Lynden Manor. Since that time, staff and residents at Lynden Manor have enjoyed Gene’s generous spirit and helpful demeanor.

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Activity News • Jean and the band will be preforming at

Happy Hour on the 1st at 3:00. Get your groove on. • A special field trip is scheduled for Saturday the 2nd

at 1:30 to the Whatcom Art Market in Fairhaven that is featuring Artist Judy Bishop and her Chinese art. The Whatcom Art Market, with over 40 local artists, features paintings, art prints, photography, wood-working, art glass, etched glass and metal, textiles, sculpture, jewelry, greeting cards, and more.

• We will celebrate the Chinese New Year on

the 5th with a party in the Activity Room at 2:30. Enjoy some traditional Chinese treats.

• The King’s Men of Song is coming again to delight of with their pro-fessional sound on the 7th at 7:00pm in the Lobby.

• Join us for lunch out at Bob’s Burgers

and Brews in Sumas on the 12th at 11:30. Treat yourself.

• We will be celebrating Valentine's Day a day late on

the 15th during Happy Hour. Let’s have a party and celebrate our love for those in our present and past.

• On the 19th, we are going on a scenic drive

to spot bald eagles. How many can you find? • Susan, a certified yoga instructor, will be

teaching a seated yoga class on the 20th and 27th at 2:30 (A).

• Dennis Sakowski will be preforming on the 21st for your listening pleasure. Join us at 2:30 in the Dining Room.

• Come learn about railroad heritage, histo-ry, and operations at the Bellingham Railway Museum on the 26th at

1:30. Cost is $5.

Kitchen News

• Drink of the month is chocolate milk. • Dining Committee meet-ing is on the 14 at 1:30 (3TV).

Family Game Night at the Manor

When: Saturday, February 9th @ 6:00pm Where: 2nd Floor Activity Room

Who: All residents and their families.

Bring your own game to share or enjoy the many games we have here.

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Please Welcome Our New Residents

Elizabeth “Betty” Hilverda Apt. #240

Birthplace: Bellflower, CA Occupation: Mother, Wife, and Teacher Family: 2 Children, 5 Grand-children Hobbies: Crocheting for Help-ing Hands Travel: Michigan, Ontario

Berdina Vandoorn Apt. #116

Birthplace: Minnesota Occupation: Mother, Wife, and Safeway Family: 7 Children, 10 Grand-children, and 13 Great-grandchildren Hobbies: Reading and crocheting Travel: Alaska, Hawaii, Wisconsin

Nellie “Nell” Vriesman Apt. #337

Birthplace: Illinois Occupation: Pastor’s Wife, School Teacher, Music Teacher, Foster Parent Family: 2 Children, 8 Grand-children, 10 Great-grandchildren Hobbies: Gardening, Embroi-dery, bible study, piano and or-gan player, reading Travel: Germany, Netherlands, Great Britain, Switzerland, Ita-ly, Alaska, Hawaii

Dorothy Verduin Apt. #107

Birthplace: Lynden, WA Occupation: Director of Lynden Senior Center, Mail Carrier Family: 2 Children, 2 Grandchildren, 3 Great-Grandchildren Hobbies: Travel:

Girl Scout Cookies anyone? If you would like to have a Girl Scout come to your door to take your order for cookies, please sign up in the Activity Room. Orders will be placed on February13th and delivered February 23rd.

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Getting To Know The Staff Featured employee:

Wendy Payne - Lead Cook

Wendy has been in the food industry for 35 years in vari-ous positions including manager and director. She and her husband, Pete, moved to Whatcom county 5 years ago after living in Tacoma. Wendy has her degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from WAZU as well as being a certified chef. Birthplace: Seattle, WA Hobbies: Cooking and gardening Favorite Food: Chicken Picatta with Crème Brule’ for dessert Favorite Place: Their “Rustic Cabin” on Lake Sammish Favorite Movie: Forrest Gump and Rocky My Hero: “My father and my brother are both my heroes. My dad was a great provider and father, and my brother, who I was always very close to before he passed away four years ago.” Secret Talent: Singing Interesting fact: Wendy has 2 Yorkshire Terriers named Bonny and Clyde and a cat named Bow. In her 20s she traveled to Egypt and Europe.

Marv and Mari VanderPol

are celebrating their 68th wedding anniver-sary on February 7th.

They have 65 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and

great-great-grandchildren. Congratulations!!

Puppies and Perfume Please be aware that a number of Manor residents are allergic to pets and fragrances. Pets are allowed in common areas if they are leashed and controlled. Just remember to use common curtesy as we consider those who have allergies.

National Caregiv-er

Appreciation Day February 15th

Thank a caregiver for their ser-vice.

Henrietta Noteboom

Resident Birthdays

Jerry Stenevich 2/5 Jean Dawkins 2/27

Staff Birthdays

Allyson Allen 2/5 Ted Howard 2/6 Gert Postma 2/6

Rebecca Arneson 2/6 Kaylee Morby 2/20 Alesha Cuny 2/25

Victoria Grabish 2/27 Kay Nicholas 2/28

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Resident Rights Corner

Chapter 70.129RC protects your rights at Lynden Manor. It is the intent of the legislature that indi-viduals who live in boarding homes and facilities receive ap-propriate services, be treated with cour-tesy and continue to

enjoy their basic and legal rights, as well as having the opportunity to exercise reasonable control over life decisions. In an effort to assist our residents in understanding their rights, we are featuring a Resident Right each month in our newsletter.

This month’s “Resident Right”: Each resident must be notified in writing at least 30 days before the facility transfers or discharges a resident and be given the reason for the discharge.

Lynden Manor Is Searching For Volunteers

Needed Positions: - Bible Study Leader (Th. 10:45) - Happy Hour helper (Fri. 3pm) - Musical Entertainment - Bingo Caller Do you have a special gift of tal-

ent you would like to share? Contact Julie at 360-354-5985

Did you know? Lynden

Manor offers foot

care.

A certified pediatrist comes

in every other month for two days. If you wish to

take advantage of this service, sign

up with Geri at the front desk.

(Service is billed through

insurance.)

Activity Calendar

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Activity Calendar