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record crowd of 635 guests bashed all marks for the12th Annual Western Days – The Driller’s Bash. AnnShannon Cassidy, the Event Chair, set an aggressivegoal of $350,000 in net proceeds and the goal was
achieved, besting last year’s record amount by over$22,000! “King Wildcatter” UnderwritingSponsors Joan Flint and the Ralph and Frances
McGill Foundation and the “Wildcatter” UnderwritingSponsors Broadhurst Foundation, John Cassidy, Jr., Phyllis andGeorge Dotson, Peggy and Charles Stephenson and KathleenWilliams helped to ensure the event was a success. The generoussupport of the sponsors and donors will allow the Home topurchase a new wheelchair
accessible van along with new bathing spa tubs and much neededmedical equipment and other services and modifications toimprove the quality of care for each of the Home’s 175 Residents.
The new venue of Central Park Hall at EXPO Squarereceived rave reviews as well as the food preparedand served by EXPOSERVE which includeda 9 oz. cushion cut choice sirloin donatedby Morrison Senior Dining. The Rev.Irv Cutter, Rector, St. John’s EpiscopalChurch, was the emcee and did anoutstanding job keeping the guestsengaged along with TommyWilliams, volunteer auctioneerand long-time supporter of the Home.
Sheri Colpitt, DecorationsChair, had the 30,000 sq ft eventarea looking like an oil patchdressed and ready for a party. The125 item Silent Auction, Bidders’Board and Live Auction displayareas were masterfully done withthe leadership and hard work ofJudy Lawson, Silent AuctionSetup Chair, and, Karen Abney,Sara Dale and Ann Radford whowere the Bidders’ Board and LiveAuction display committeemembers. Jimmy Stanhope,husband of Karen Stanhope,Admission’s Director for theHome, built two 16 ft tall oilderricks and an 8 ft tall derrick. Hisderricks and others were lighted and spaced around the venue tocreate that special oil patch feel.
Antique oil related toy model cars, trucks and signs on loan
from Malcolm Deisenroth along with large vintage oil companysigns on loan from Ron Woodward were also a big part of the oil patch décor.
The General Store featuring homemade baked goods donated by the Home’s staff; Yo-Yo dolls sewn by ResidentsMarie Millar, Greta Heslet and Velma Austin; and, dish clothscrocheted by Marie Millar generated more than $2,000 towardsthe goal.
Will Farrior, Chairman of Saint Simeon’s Episcopal HomeBoard of Trustees, recognized the Flint Family who served asHonorary Chairs. Joan Flint, the late Bill Flint, along withtheir children Robin Ballenger, Patty Flint, Susan “Boofy”Seay and Charles Flint were recognized for their over 35 years ofactive support. Patty, a Resident of the Home, joyfully announcedto the crowd, “I love Saint Simeon’s!”
Prior to the start of an incredible ten-item Live Auction,Lindsay Hurley Fick, President and CEO of the Home,introduced a new video that highlighted the Home’s seven Values - Integrity, Dedication, Compassion, Accountability,Humility, Respect and Patience. The video noted the Home’s
rich 48 year history and exciting progress on thecurrent $22MM Assisted Living and
Wellness Centers building project, set to open June 1, 2009.
The Live Auction generated a lot of friendly, competitive bidding. A bigthank you to the donors including Ross and Margaret Swimmer for their townhouse in Washington D.C.;Paul Woodul for his vacation home
overlooking White River NationalForest in Colorado; Jim andKristen Bender for their adobehome in Taos, New Mexico; Lexus of Tulsa for the weekendget-away at Cinnamon Valley in Eureka Springs, Arkansasincluding the use of a Lexusluxury vehicle; Chef RobertMerrifield for the nine-coursedining experience at the PoloGrill; Chuck Gawey of Albert G’s for the two take-out bar-b-que dinners for 25; Michael Yip and Tulsa Techfor the dinner prepared in yourhome by their award winning
culinary arts team; Chef TimInman of Stonehorse Café for the in-
your-home dinner party; and, Robin Ballenger and Flintco fortheir BOK Center Flintco Suite.
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Western Days Guests BASH the Records
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Robin Ballenger, Honorary Co-Chair, with Tom and Pat Maxwell
Howard and Billie Barnett with Simone I
A record crowd attended this year’s event
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Karen Orr will help fund Simone II, the Home’s new golden retriever puppy.Simone II is in training and being preparedto step up when Simone, the Home’seleven year-old golden retriever, chooses to retire.
The evening’s proceeds will also helpthe Saint Simeon’s Foundation publish“Typescript”, the sequel to Dr. BenHenneke’s “Writing with a Quill Pen”
book of essays. Proceeds from the sale of“Typescript” will be directed to the SaintSimeon’s Employee Education Fund.
New this year was the twelve itemBidders’ Board. Throughout the eveningthe high bidders’ names and bids wereupdated on a 9 ft by 12 ft video screen.The Bidders’ Board also includedincredible items and packages. We thankthe following friends of the Home for their donations: Mary Lou and ChipDoudican for their Grand Lake home;Scott Pelley of CBS 60 Minutes (and theson-in-law of Residents Dr. and Mrs. ReeceBoone) for a special in-studio viewing of aCBS news broadcast; Chef Tuck Currenof The Local Table for the private dinnerparty; Kevin Matthews and the City ofTulsa Fire Department for a dinner partyin a fire station; Fr. Bill Holly (Chaplain,Saint Simeon’s and St. Aiden’s) and
EXPOServe for a dinner party in yourhome; Chef Brian Prewitt of Blue DomeDiner and Only Love Catering for the in-home dinner party; Donna and WillFarrior for 10 floor level seats to the RadioCity Christmas Spectacular; Trudy andTommy Williams for a party with theirminiature horses at TnT Stables; BradSmallwood and United Safety andClaims for the two framed andautographed Steve Owens and TinkerOwens jerseys; 83 Spring Street Galleryin Eureka Springs for the charming “Treeof Life” bronze; and, Rosalind Cook forthe “Moab Hoodoo” bronze.
Stephen Mason, Executive Director,Saint Simeon’s Foundation, notes, “We areblessed beyond measure to have thebreadth and depth of support from somany. Over 1,000 individuals - sponsors,donors, guests,
volunteers and vendors – had a role inmaking this event successful …. Everysingle person was focused on helping fulfillthe needs of the Home’s 175 Residents.This sets Saint Simeon’s apart from most, ifnot all, other communities. We do not takethis support for granted and throughprayers of thanksgiving we celebrate ourblessings each and every day.”
Hands-On Volunteers Make It Happen!
To help the event run as smoothlyas possible, fifty-seven (57) volunteersperformed an array of duties the nightof the event. Many staffing guest registration, the auction tables, sellingraffle tickets, the PowerPoint showsand the payment process area withothers buried in the bowels of CentralPark Hall calmly but quickly collecting,sorting, entering and calculating bidder data. Each one of the volunteersperformed an essential function to help our guests enjoy the evening.Volunteers were comprised of TCC students, Singles Available forCommunity Service (SACS) members,children of employees and other volunteers, and Home staff members.A big thank you to each of you!
Eric Chevalier Paige ColpittChase ColpittJoyce Cottrell Annette Diggs
Nikki Diggs Denise Fack
Karen Ferguson Felix Freeman Karen GarrenPam Gourd
Chris Gruszeczki Dara Harris
Deanna Hayes Connie Heitbrink
Ken Heitbrink Kathy Hinkle Barbara Hunt
Danny Jackson Barbara Jeleski Crystal Johnson
Jill Kennedy Steve Kern Kathy Knott
Heather Lightfoot Matt Long
Nick MasonParker Mathews
Arn McJiltonMarisa McJilton
Mary Miller Betty MintonSara Mitchell Pat Pascarella Gayle Peltier Ianetta Pratt
Dorsey Ramsey Brenda Read Laura Read
Martha RentieIvette RodriguezCrissy Russell Corey RyderKelsie Sailor
Ali SchultheissBayli Schultheiss
Maddyson SchultheissLeah Schwartz
Nancy Sitler Sue Slama
Patty Snyder Ramona Stanfield Karen Stanhope
Rachael StanhopeDana Stefanoff
Sandy Wittenborn
The Rev. Joseph Alsay, Trinity Episcopal Churchand wife, Cecelia
Mary Dotson and Phyllis Dotson
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Baseball is not my game but when thinking about the effort of the Saint Simeon’semployees for Western Days 2008, “stepping up to the plate” immediately came to mind.A large number of the Home’s employees donated homemade cakes, pies, cookies,cinnamon rolls, breads and more to the General Store. Guests were able to purchase thesehomemade items to take home and enjoy. The employees’ General Store was a hugesuccess again this year generating $2,164 … the first time ever over the $2,000 mark!
Every penny was needed to help us reach our overall Western Days goal of $350,000in net proceeds … a $22,000 increase from last year. A special thank you to Denise Fackfrom the maintenance department for the incredible number of hours (her own) she putsinto organizing, baking items and operating the General Store effort!
The Trustees of the Saint Simeon’s Foundation and I thank you for helping usimprove the quality of life for each of our 175 Residents. The Residents are blessed tohave you in their life. And we are blessed to have the Residents in our lives.
Stephen Mason, Executive DirectorSaint Simeon’s Foundation
Stepping Up to the Plate!
Janet Williamson, Donna Mayotte,
Kathy Hinkle, with Simone II
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We do appreciate the individuals, funding foundations and private businesses who donate their treasures to helpfulfill the Home’s mission for the benefit of the 175 Residents! Their generosity helped us raise $350,000
in net proceeds which will fund 15 important projects and services for the benefit of the Residents.
If possible, please patronize the retail businesses listed below to help us express our thanks.
Western Days 2008 Donors
King Wildcatter Underwriting SponsorJoan FlintThe Ralph and Frances McGill
Foundation
Wildcatter UnderwritingSponsorBroadhurst FoundationJohn Cassidy, Jr.Phyllis & George DotsonPeggy & Charles StephensonKathleen Williams
Oil Baron Presenting SponsorAtwood OceanicsDon Carlton Auto GroupPat & Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr.Lindsay & Ron FickMr. & Mrs. J. M. Hewgley, Jr.Hille FoundationMatrix Architects Engineers Planners, Inc.William S. SmithStaghorn Energy, LLC
ToolpusherAdams Hall Investment
Management, LLCCarol & David AdelsonBank of OklahomaMarsha & Bill BarnesLinda & John BatesHilda & Don BettsGeorge and Jennie Collins
FoundationBarbara & Arlo DeKraaiCortlandt S. DietlerMary DotsonF & M Bank & Trust CompanyFlintco, Inc.GDH Consulting, Inc.Hall Estill Attorneys at LawHelen Jo & Jim HardwickHogan & SlovacekMr. & Mrs. Robert B. LyonLou & Connie Miller
Charitable FoundationMillie & Bob MillspaughOil Capital Electric, LLCONEOK, Inc.Premier Charter, Inc.Dianne & Ed SchroedterPeggy & Tom SchroedterSaint Francis HospiceSNB of TulsaMargaret & Ross SwimmerHarry L. Wirick, Jr.
DrillerAnonymousEllen C. & Donald B. AtkinsEdward L. BentleyMargery Feagin BirdSheri & Chuck ColpittAnn & Doyle CottonLinda & Jim FurmanKaren & Rick GarrenE. Murray GullattHans HelmerichInterim Health CareRobert J. LaFortuneThe Link Oil CompanyRoxana & Robert LortonNancy & Peter MeinigKris & Jerry R. NicholsThe Oxley FoundationRon’s ElectricDavid P. SharpThe Trust Company of OklahomaMary Ann LaFortune WilcoxWilcox, Jones & McGrath, Inc.Beverly YoungJohn Steele Zink Foundation
DerrickmanClaudia & Bill AbernathyRuth & Gene AndersonAnonymousAnonymousDr. & Mrs. Robert W. Baker, Jr.BancFirstBios at HomeJanis & Barry BladesDr. & Mrs. Reece R. Boone, Jr.Anne & Robert E. BurlingamePat & Ken CampbellKathie & John CoyleDoerner, Saunders, Daniel &
Anderson, L.L.P.Donna & Will FarriorDiane GlassMr. & Mrs. J. A. LaFortune, Jr.Leslie & Steve LakeCaron & Shawn LawhornLobeck Taylor FoundationPaige Martin & Paul ClearJana & Ryburn McCulloughKaren Keplinger MildrenDona & Joseph MorrisMarilyn MorrisThe Rev. Dr. & Mrs. John NorrisBill & Paula OwensRobert E. PattersonPeacock Insurance and InvestmentsSandra & David PeaseJulianne Flint PringleRogers and BellMyrtis SmithDeborah & Stuart SpencerDr. & Mrs. William H. SutherlandCarol TandyTnT StablesNancy & Jim WestfallJody & John WilliamsKaren & Carl Young
RoustaboutLinda BeatyJanice BowmanNatalie & Larry BrundredRickye DixonBernie DornblaserCharlene FabianRichard W. GableAdele GarrenSharon & Bill GrimmJana & George HarringtonSusan & Chris HartEvelyn HayesGreta HesletThe Rev. Mary Ann HillKathleen HumphreyDr. Insung KimJudy LawsonPat & Bud MartinLorna & Stephen MasonBetty & A. G. McCormickChuck McGowenMarie MillarSusan & Bob MorganMarilyn MorrisDave MurrayCarolyn PlucknettJoidy & Wayne SalisburyJanice & Chuck SteilMarion & Dick TeubnerTrudy & Tommy Williams
Special ContributorsAnonymousPhyllis & Max AlbertsonMolly AllenRita E. BellMarian BovairdHilary CarlsonHelen Elizabeth DaileyVirginia FastSusie FisherMary Jane & Arlen FowlerAdele Garren
Brenda HaesloopJuda HolderGloria HollisKathleen HumphreyThe Rev. Barney JacksonMary & Wendall KnoxKathleen KriegelThe Major GroupMartha MooreCarolyn & David NierenbergPatricia ParkerNancy PhillipsProgressive Healthcare Systems, Inc.R. RaghavanElizabeth RheingansPam Richardson
a tribute to Paula OwensMarcy & Bernard RobinowitzJack SanteeSummit Financial GroupPeggy & Ken TracyTucker Janitorial SupplyKy VargasEmma VruwinkTricia & Jim WelchRuth Anne & Charles WilcoxLaura K. WilsonCynthia Yandell
Lots of LoveClaudia & Bill AbernathyBeverly AndersonLucy & John BarkerJana BradleyJohn and Donnie Brock FoundationRobert BurkettAnn Shannon CassidyMary ColpittKathie CoylePhyllis & George DotsonMary Lou & Chip DoudicanDonna & Will FarriorNancy & Hank HarbaughDavid HoganInasmuch Foundation
Matching GiftDr. Insung Kim & Dr. Randall WebbCaron & Shawn LawhornCarol & Jim LeachMr. & Mrs. Robert B. LyonShirley MartinThe Ralph and
Frances McGill FoundationLou MillsRuss PeevySusan SeayRuth & Bob SneadDeborah & Stuart SpencerTricia WelchMaggie Hille Yar
Heart to Home –That’s EntertainmentJanis Blades
in memory of Jamesina BladesCarol Crews
in memory of Marcia & Ira CrewsPhyllis & George Dotson
a tribute to Patty Flintin memory of Ernestine
Broadhurst Howardin memory of Carla Stokesberryin memory of Carl & Aline Young
Donna & Jeff FlahertyJudy Lawson
in memory of Betty & Vernon Lawson
Karen Keplinger Mildrenin memory of Louise Keplinger
Deb & Stuart SpencerJane C. Walter
in memory of Peter C. WalterMac Young
in memory of Winnette Young
Heart to Home –Do Feed the AnimalsJanis Blades
in memory of Roger BladesJana Bradley
in memory of Jo Bob Hille“K” Caldwell
in memory of Frank KnoxCarol Cooper
in memory of Jo Bob HilleHelen Elizabeth Dailey
in memory of TuckerPat & Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr.
a tribute to George Harrington & Bud Martin
Donna & Jeff FlahertyMaggie Fox
a tribute to Trudy & Tommy WilliamsLinda Furman
in memory of Violet & Dale CoxTommy Hoover & Craiger Mento
in memory of Marica & Ira CrewsJackie IrwinKathleen Kriegel
in memory of Don CochraneJudy Lawson
in memory of Betty & Vernon Lawson
Karen Keplinger Mildrenin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Paula OwensDeb & Stuart SpencerAnn & Rick Walker
in memory of Amy BettsTerri & Charley Wall
a tribute to Nicholas & JakeJane C. Walter
in memory of Mary E. CatlinTricia Welch
in memory of Jo Bob Hille
Heart to Home – Ice CreamCraig & Cheryl Beers
a tribute to Dr. Insung KimJana Bradley
in memory of Jo Bob HilleKen BusbyTim Caldwell
in memory of Amy Betts & Frank Knox
Malcolm Deisenroth Familya tribute to Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr.
Phyllis & George Dotsona tribute to Parker Mathews
Donna & Jeff FlahertyJudy Lawson
in memory of Betty & Vernon Lawson
Karen Keplinger Mildrenin memory of Kell Grier
Ann & David Reineckea tribute to Malcolm Deisenroth, Jr.
Deb & Stuart Spencer
Live Auction DonorsAlbert G’s BBQKristin & Jim BenderFlintco & Robin BallengerFriends of Saint Simeon’sLexus of TulsaPolo GrillStonehorse CaféMargaret & Ross SwimmerTulsa Tech Culinary Arts TeamPaul Woodul
Bidder’s Board Donors83 Spring Street GalleryArrowhead at Grand LakeBlue Dome Diner – Only Love CateringKevin MatthewsRosalind CookMary Lou & Chip Doudican
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EXPOSERVEDonna & Will FarriorFather Bill HollyLocal TableScott Pelley, CBS 60 MinutesSaint Simeon’s Episcopal HomeTnT StablesUnited Safety and Claims
Silent Auction DonorsAaron’s Flowers & GiftsAberson’sRuth AndersonJohn BarkerBest ElectricBodean Seafood Restaurant Brookside CleanersCaz’s Chow HouseCedar Rock InnDon Carlton Auto GroupSheri ColpittCunningham Fine JewelryMalcolm Deisenroth, Jr.Rod & Karen DentDistinctive RequestsPhyllis & George Dotson83 Spring Street GalleryWill FarriorLindsay & Ron FickFox Cleaners
Garden Deva Sculpture CompanyLarry GoberGrindstaff Dry Cleaning SpecialistsChris GruszeczkiHasty Bake Ihloff Salon & Day SpaIndigo Spa & SalonIsrael Diamond SupplyJoyce JacksonShelley & Stephen JacksonJara Herron SalonKathleen’s KidsLambrusco’z Caron LawhornLong Shot RanchMargo’s Gift ShopMary Ruby ApparelStephen MasonMcClelland Family TrustMcNellie’sBob & Susan MorganMarilyn MorrisNational Steak & PoultryNielsen’s Exclusive GiftsOklahoma MagazineOlmstead PhotographyPaper ChasePare FoodsPavilionPepper’s Grill
Petty’s Fine FoodsPhilbrook Museum of ArtPhoenix CleanersPoochesJill & John PowersReed Johnson Salon & SpaSt. Francis HospiceSteve’s SundrySweet ToothT. A. LortonTapestry of FaithTe Kei’s Chinese/Asian KitchenThe 1886 Crescent Hotel & SpaThe Elephant TrunkThe Gadget CompanyThe PalateThe Snow GooseThe Stock PotToni’s Flowers & GiftsTravers MahanTulsa Air and Space MuseumVCA Veterinary Medical CenterVilla Grace StudiosMichael WallisJohn Brooks WaltonGloria WilliamsMaggie Hille YarDavid YorkYou’re InvitedZiegler’s Picture Framing
Raffle & Door Prize DonorsQuikTrip Utica Square Merchants AssociationBruce G. Weber Precious Jewels
In-Kind DonorsAssistance League of Tulsa
Resale Shop BargainsVelma AustinMalcolm Deisenroth, Jr.Dr. Ben G. HennekeGreta HesletJudy LawsonRob Lyon, Jr.Marie MillarMorrison Senior DiningSingles Available for
Community Service (SACS)Saint Simeon’s AuxiliarySaint Simeon’s Employees
and family membersSouthwood Landscape and NurseryTnT StablesJimmy StanhopeWestern PrintingTommy WilliamsRon Woodward
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Join with us in the coming months to help make Western Days 2009 even bigger and better! Please contact Stephen Mason at (918) 794-1937 or [email protected] if you wish to serve as a Western Days 2009 sponsor, donor, in-kind contributor or volunteer.
You will be welcome in our growing circle of friends!
Western Days 2008 CommitteesHonorary ChairsJoan Flint, the late Bill Flint, with theirchildren and grandchildren
Event ChairAnn Shannon Cassidy
Patron ChairKathleen Williams
Advisory CommitteeLucy & John BarkerStarre & Keenan BarnardKristin & Jim Bender
Hilda & Don BettsDr. & Mrs. Reece BooneSheri & Chuck ColpittAndrea & The Rev. Irv CutterPat & Malcolm DeisenrothPhyllis & George DotsonGayle & Frank EbyLinda & Jim FurmanHelen Jo & Jim HardwickGreta HesletAlissa & JJ HurleyKelly & Tony JezekBrittany & David KollmannDebbie & The Rt. Rev. Dr. Ed KoniecznyGlenda LoveNina & William Meyer
Cathy Mayo MooreLeslie ParisAnn & Britt RadfordVida SchumanWilliam S. SmithMargaret & Ross SwimmerTrudy & Tommy WilliamsBecky & David York
Patron CommitteeEileen & Jim HewgleyMary Ann HillePatsy & Bob LyonMarty MooreMarilyn Morris
The Rev. Canon John C. PowersToni & Robert Rizley
Steering CommitteeKaren AbneySara DaleMary DeisenrothMary DotsonJohnny KingJudy LawsonRob Lyon, Jr.Susan & Bob MorganPeggy & Tom SchroedterJanice & Chuck Steil
In 2008 Saint Simeon’s had to search for a new venue for ourannual Western Days event which for the past 11 years was held atthe Home. It was a bitter sweet decision to move off propertywhen the new construction replaced the parking lot where ourbig-top tent was formerly set up. We were thrilled that our eventhad grown to over 635 people in attendance! We were excitedabout the possibilities for expanding our event in its new locationthe Central Park Hall at Expo Square. But it was sad to have out-grown the space available at the Home.
One of the unique aspects of having Western Days on theproperty was giving Residents the opportunity to observe thepreparations and decorating, as well as to attend the dinner, knowing they were just a short distance from home.
Anticipating the disappointment that Residents might feelbeing unable to attend Western Days at the Central Park Hall, theentire Western Days Committee agreed that the Residents shouldhave their own Pre-Western Days Party. Robin Ballenger, who is a family member, a Board member and along with her family anHonorary Co-Chair of Western Days, immediately offered tounderwrite the party!
The big Pre-Party was held before Western Days on September4th. All Residents were invited to join in the fun and excitementwhich began with the noon meal. Residents in all dining areas of theHome were treated to a special western-style menu which includedgrilled boneless ribs and chicken with all the fixing's prepared byDave Beale and the Morrison staff. George Harrington, AuxiliaryPresident; Bud Martin, Auxiliary Past-President; and Ron Fick,husband of Lindsay Fick, the Home’s President/CEO, all served as
guest “grill chefs.” Sheri Colpitt, Western Days Decorations Chair,decorated the tables with the same colorful linens, props and flowercenterpieces that would be used the night of “The Driller’s Bash.”
In addition after the wonderful meal,Special Events and Festivities were held in
the Common Room. All Residents,family members and friends
were invited to attend andenjoy Western Carnival
Games, an Old-FashionedCake Walk (with bakedgoods provided by theadministrative staff!), aSilent Auction, and aPhoto Booth.
A variety ofWestern-style horsd’oeuvres were enjoyedby the Residents along
with beverages, includ-ing sarsparilla! Special
musical entertainment was provided by Janet Rutland, who sang a variety of songs including some favorite “country” numbers. She was accompanied on the fiddle by her husband.
It was a wonderful afternoon - the food and the festivitieswere enjoyed by all the Residents, staff, family members andfriends in attendance. We want to extend our thanks to RobinBallenger for generously underwriting this event!
Teresa Reno, Life Enrichment Assistant,and Resident, Frieda Schuman
Pictured (l to r): Robin Ballenger with her sister &resident, Patty Flint; their mother Joan Flint; and Janet Rutland.
Pre-Western Days Event for Residents
Resident, Pody Bost, with Lindsay Fick, Saint Simeon’s President/CEO
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The Assisted Living ApartmentsConstruction of the new Assisted Living and Wellness
Centers is in full swing at Saint Simeon’s! The expansion projectwas designed by Matrix Architects Engineers Planners, Inc. andFlintco, Inc. is handling the construction with oversight byGeorge Dotson and the Home’s Building Committee. Our NextChapter: Building with Love! Capital Campaign Cabinet, co-chaired by Phyllis and George Dotson, successfully raised the$22MM needed for the expansion with the generous donations
from supporters of theHome.
If you have visited the Home lately you know things are reallychanging. The back parking lot is a distant memory replaced bymammoth construction equipment, enormous steel beams andconcrete footings and walls. The former Employee Courtyard isnow the site of the new Wellness Center andactivity pool. For Residents and employ-ees of the Home it has been a wonderful opportunity and aneducation to see the constructionprogress from the safety of ourenclosed walkways.
The Assisted Living Centerwill give Saint Simeon’s a total of60 assisted living apartments, as wellas new dining areas, bistro, library,and other active living areas.
Three apartment floorplans are being offered - Studio, Suite and One-Bedroom.
The new apartments will be equipped with many wonderful amenities including a personalized entry; granite countertops and designer finishes; a large private bathroom withwalk-in shower; and panoramic views of Tulsa and downtown, the Osage Hills or the courtyard. The Suite floorplan includes atea kitchen with compact refrigerator, microwave and pantry. The One-Bedroom floorplan features an apartment-size refrigera-tor, microwave and pantry; separate living and sleeping rooms;and a walk-in closet.
Last May we opened Model Apartments for the Studio and Suite floorplans on the campus near the front gate. This temporary structure had the very specific purpose of giving theconstruction team the opportunity to see the exact apartment layout and level of finish (paint colors, fixtures, floor coverings,wall coverings, etc.) before making the models available for view-ing. These models are now open to assist current Residents, as well as future residents make apartment selections.
Wellness CenterOne of the most exciting elements of the construction is
watching the new warm water activity pool take shape. Theenclosed walkway south of the Gazebo Courtyard has been theperfect vantage point to see the progress. It was fascinating towatch the surface material - called “shot-crete” - being applied bywhat seemed like a “pool army” working all day to methodicallyspray and smooth the surface. The entire pool area is now beingencased in the building that will become the Wellness Center.
The beautiful, indoor warm water pool will be the focal pointof the wonderful new Wellness Center. In addition to the pool,the Wellness Center will include the latest state of the art exerciseequipment designed for the aging user; as well as activity areas forexercise programs. A variety of wellness programs specificallydesigned to encourage Residents to become and stay physicallyactive will be offered.
The south end of the indoor pool area will have seating areasnext to a large window overlooking a beautiful courtyard. The sidearchways of the pool area will be decorated with colorful tilemosaics. All Residents of the Home will be encouraged to use theappropriate services available in the Wellness Center.
If you or someone you know is considering the need forassisted living services, we encourage you to visit our model apart-ments and our beautiful community. For information and toschedule a tour, contact our Admissions Director, Karen Stanhope,at (918) 794-1902 or [email protected].
Carla’s Corner – A Special TributeOn the first floor of the Assisted Living Center will be aninviting gathering area for Residents, which has been named
“Carla’s Corner” in tribute to Carla Stokesberry, SaintSimeon’s former Director of Nursing who passed
away in June. Carla was well-known forbaking delicious pies, which were
even included in past Western Dayslive auctions.
The following is an excerptfrom a letter written to Carla byGeorge Dotson, Capital Campaign
Co-Chair, on behalf of SaintSimeon’s that best expresses this tribute:“Your leadership of the nursing staff, atten-
tion to the many details of providing the best timelycare to our Residents and your committed interest and
care for all of us gave Saint Simeon’s a memorable level ofwarmth and care. Residents still tell us you made the difference intheir decisions to join and stay at Saint Simeon’s.
Construction of our new Assisted Living and Wellness Centers isprogressing. … The ambiance of the new Centers will be just as youwould expect: A warm and inviting home for all.
We will have a warm, friendly area in the main lobby near ourfront door designed for gatherings and conversations, hosting teas andcoffee, cooking demonstrations, and allwill create a warm, friendly homeenvironment. All at Saint Simeon’sagree that this is the perfect placefor a lasting tribute to you, Carla,and it will be known as ‘Carla’sCorner.’ Carla’s Corner willremind us of your welcome toall, your words of encourage-ment, your fine pies andyour role in delivering thefinest quality of care toall at Saint Simeon’s.
You mean much toall of us, and we willalways have Carla’sCorner to remind us ofwhat Saint Simeon’s canbe and will be for all ourResidents.”
After Carla’s death her children generously donated a LeonardWren painting that Carla loved and had purchased in a WesternDays live auction several years ago. The painting will be hung inCarla’s Corner.
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You’d think that building the new 72,000square foot Assisted Living and WellnessCenters would be enough construction for Saint Simeon’s. However the BuildingCommittee of the Home Board of Trusteeshas initiated another great improvement: a Guard House at the front entrance on Cincinnati.
The Guard House will sit behind the frontgates, in the location of the small islandbetween the entrance and exit lanes.Construction on the Guard House beganon October 6 with an anticipated comple-tion date of December 31, 2008. The firststage of construction, approximately fourweeks in duration, will cause the entrancelane and then the exit lane to be closed.During that time the lanes will be trenched
to install power lines to the Guard Housesite. During daylight hours there will be aflagman to assist in directing traffic ontothe one open lane.
Once complete the Guard House will havea guard on duty 24 hours each day to meetand greet visitors and employees. It will bewonderful to have a helpful, smiling faceto wave folks onto the property. Chancesare if you’re a regular at Saint Simeon’s, theguard will get to know you by name!
So, as we begin another construction project at Saint Simeon’s, please accept our advance apologies for the upcoming inconvenience. The end result however will surely be great.
More New Construction If you have already made a donation to help make the Our Next Chapterproject a reality, we thank you for helping us strive to make this a betterHome for the Residents. If you havenot yet taken the opportunity to be apart of this important “chapter” in theHome’s 48 year history, please knowyour support is needed and welcomed. For information contact StephenMason at (918) 794-1937 or [email protected].
Highlights of the New Assisted Living& Wellness Centers• 60 New Studio, Suite and One-
Bedroom Apartments• Warm Water Activity Pool• Exercise Rooms with Weight and
Aerobic Equipment• Bathing Spas• Bistro, Library, Carla’s Corner and
other Active Living Areas• Opening June 2009
Too often families wait until a crisis arises to consider assistedliving for a loved one. By the time a crisis situation occurs the sen-ior may be too frail to take advantage of all the benefits assistedliving has to offer. Many families will say they regret not movingtheir loved one sooner.
Here are some of the signs that indicate it is time to seriouslyconsider assisted living.
Difficulty with Daily Activities• Staying in the same room of the house• Inability to do laundry and housekeeping chores• Wearing the same clothing day after day• Forgetting personal hygiene - bathing less often• Skipping meals, not bothering to cook
Lack of Socialization• Loss of a spouse, relatives or long-time friend• Showing signs of depression - sleeping too much or crying• Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed• Losing contact with friends - becoming isolated
Medication Concerns• Not properly ordering medications from the pharmacy
• Failing to take medications or taking more than prescribed
Fearfulness• Feeling the neighborhood is no longer safe• Being overly dependent on family members• Fearing being alone at night
Memory Loss• Repetition of questions or statements• Frequently misplacing items• Forgetting to turn off the stove or oven
Safety Issues• Difficulty getting in and out of the bathtub• Clutter around the house that can cause fall risks• Stairs that can make falling more likely• Availability of nearby help in case of an emergency
For more information about the benefits of Assisted Living,contact Karen Stanhope of Saint Simeon’s at (918) 794-1202. Karen has worked with families dealing with this issue for over 20 years.
When is it Time to Consider Assisted Living?
Saint Simeon’s was honored with two “Circle of Excellence”Awards at the Annual NADONA (National Association Directorsof Nursing Administration/ LTC) Conference held in June inNashville, Tennessee. This award is given to Long Term Carecommunities that have zero deficiencies on their state surveys. Itwas given for Saint Simeon’s Memory Center and Health CareCenter for 2007-2008.
Since 1986, NADONA/LTC has been the leading advocateand educational organization for Directors of Nursing andRegistered Nurses in Long Term Care (LTC). NADONA/LTC wasfounded by dedicated LTC professionals, and their board oftrustees still consists of LTC professionals. Their goal is to providenurses with the tools needed for professional success in the dailychallenges of long term care.
The Circle of Excellence Award and the Home’s outstandingrecord on state surveys reflect the commitment of Saint Simeon’sentire nursing department to provide the best possible care to theResidents every day.
Annette Diggs, RN, Memory Center Nursing Manager; Sue Slama, RN,MS, Director of Nursing; and Martha Rentie,
RN Health Care Center Nursing Manager.
Resident, Mary Horner, receives a “Lap-ghan” from Teresa Reno
The Circle of Excellence
The blessings of Saint Simeon have comefrom so many, and often unexpected, places. WhenLiz Berry, who lives in Abilene, Texas, had readabout Carla Stokesberry’s death she not only sent a wonderful donation, but she also had awonderful idea for a tribute to Carla and a gift forthe Residents. Liz, who knits and crochets (and is a fan of Carla’s son-in-law's band - The FlamingLips!) made seven “lap-ghans” for Residents.
Lap-ghans
Liz Berry
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If you have any questions or if your donation has not been properly noted,please contact Stephen Mason at 425-3583 ext. 237 or [email protected].
Gift of Love$2,000,000 and Above
Phyllis & George DotsonThe Episcopal Diocese of OklahomaHille FoundationSaint Simeon's Foundation
Gift of Hope$1,000,000 - $1,999,999
Mary K. Chapman FoundationMalcolm & Pat DeisenrothThe J. E. and L. E. Mabee
Foundation, Inc.C. W. Titus Foundation
in memory of Faye T. Casey
Gift of Passion$500,000 - $999,999
George Kaiser Family Foundationin memory of Rosie L. Parker
The Oxley FoundationSherman E. Smith Family
Charitable FoundationWilliam S. Smith Charitable Trust The Anne and Henry Zarrow
Foundation
Gift of Faith$250,000 – 499,999
Charles W. and Pauline K. Flint Foundation
The Helmerich FoundationStephen & Shelley JacksonSarkeys FoundationWestern Days 2007 Sponsors,
Donors & BiddersWestern Days 2008 Sponsors,
Donors & Bidders
Gift of Vision$100,000 - $249,999
Anonymous AnonymousAnonymous Mary DotsonFrank & Gayle EbyFlintco, Inc.Founders of Doctors’ HospitalJames HarveyONEOK, Inc.Maggie Whitt & Art Whitt
in memory of Margery WhittMaxine and Jack Zarrow
Family Foundation
Gift of Devotion$50,000 - $99,999
Broadhurst FoundationGeorge and Jennie Collins FoundationInasmuch FoundationRalph and Frances McGill FoundationNancy E. & Peter C. MeinigRobert & Millie Millspaugh
in memory of Mr. & Mrs. Robert C. Millspaugh andMr. & Mrs. Frank D. Robinson
Joseph & Priscilla Tatein memory of Dorothy Carter
Gift of Compassion$25,000 - $49,999
The Judith and Jean Pape Adams Charitable Foundation
John & Lucy BarkerDon & Hilda Betts
in memory of Amy Betts and Frank Knox
Margery Feagin BirdPatty & Joe CappyRon & Lindsay FickRuth FishburnJoan FlintGregory Allen Gray & Sharon J. BellJames & Eileen HewgleyThe Link Oil CompanyMrs. Dickson SaundersSemGroup, L.P.
Jess L. and Miriam B. Stevens Foundation
Kathleen Williamsin memory of Charles P. Williams
Gift of Strength$10,000 - $24,999
AnonymousKeenan & Starre BarnardThe Barthelmes Foundation, Inc.
in memory of Hete Barthelmes and Dathel Hull
The Bost & Golden Familiesa tribute to Pody Bost andin memory of Marge Lund
Nanu & Frederic Dorwartin memory of Fred & Mildred Dorwart
Will & Donna FarriorLinda & Jim FurmanJim & Helen Jo Hardwick
a tribute to George & Phyllis DotsonThe Joseph L. Hull, Jr. Family
Foundation, Inc.in memory of Hete Barthelmes and Dathel Hull
Robert J. LaFortuneStephen & Leslie LakeLangdon PublishingRobert & Patsy LyonStephen & Lorna Mason
a tribute to James A. & Savannah L. Mason
Joseph & Dona MorrisMarilyn MorrisHerbert C. & Deane OvenThe Rev. Canon John C. Powers
in memory of Betsy J. PowersPaul & Mickie Poynor
a tribute to George & Phyllis DotsonSaint Simeon's AuxiliaryDana & Anne Smith
in memory of Jack & Mary SmithStuart & Deb SpencerRoss & Margaret Swimmer
in memory of Margaret McConnellWestern PrintingJim & Nancy WestfallMary Ann Wilcox
a tribute to J. A. LaFortune, Jr.Randolph E. Wills
in memory of Anna Jean WillsCarl & Karen Young
in memory of Carl & Aline YoungWarren & Beverly Young
in memory of Gladys Hunter Lunn
Gift of Promise$5,000 - $9,999
AnonymousJohn & Linda BatesSherri & Chris Bond
in memory of Dwight McMahan Bishop & Mrs. William J. CoxRichard & Karen GarrenKen & Marian GreenwoodDena & Bob HudsonShawn & Caron LawhornRob Lyon, Jr.Philip & Marian MatthewsThe Rt. Rev. & Mrs. Gerald McAllister
a tribute to The Rt. Rev. & Mrs. William J. Cox and Malcolm & Pat Deisenroth
Marie MillarBritt, Ann & Elizabeth Radford
in memory of Pat & Don WashingtonTom & Peggy SchroedterMargaret & Gene StarrWaters Charitable Foundation
Gift of Friendship$1,000 - $4,999
AnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymous
in memory of Donald TracyMr. & Mrs. D. E. Allen
Gene & Ruth Andersona tribute to Saint Simeon’s Employees
Dr. & Mrs. Gregory Baberin memory of Ruth L. Baber
Keith & Pat Baileyin memory of Jo Bob Hille
Lela BogardusDr. & Mrs. Reece R. Boone, Jr.Pody Bost
a tribute to St. Simeon’s Employees and St. Simeon’s Board
David & Linda BroachFulton and Susie Collins FoundationCarol I. Crawford
in memory of Hete BarthelmesThe Rev. Irv & Andrea CutterCortlandt S. DietlerDavid & Eileen Dobie
in memory of Mildred CoxDoerner, Saunders, Daniel &
Anderson, LLPin memory of Dickson M. Saunders
The Rev. Noel J. Dohertya tribute to Mary Horner
Grant DotsonDebbie & John FavellMr. & Mrs. Ron FullertonGloria Hollis
in memory of Robert L. HollisPhil & Margie Hughes
in memory of Jack & Mary SmithGeorge & Eddy KrummeMarge Lund
a tribute to Malcolm & Pat Deisenroth,George & Phyllis Dotson, Mary Ann Hille, St. Simeon’s Employees, St. Simeon’s Board
Lurline Mabreyin memory of Carlisle Mabrey, Jr.
Doris B. Maherin memory of Howard M. Maher
Paige Martin & Paul ClearSarah Dotson MathewsMary MillerHal & Lucille Musgrove
in memory of Belle SneedThe Rev. Dr. & Mrs. John NorrisDavid & Sandra Pease
in memory of Amy BettsKnoland & Carolyn PlucknettJohn & Jill Powers
in memory of Florence BuckRamon L. Prange
a tribute to Phyllis S. PrangeDr. Rajagopal Raghavan
a tribute to Yvonne Simmons and Karen Stanhope
Kevin & Brenda ReadBernard & Marcy RobinowitzDr. & Mrs. Michael B. Smith
in memory of Cleta SticeJimmy & Karen StanhopeKen & Peggy Tracy
in memory of Bob & Margaret Roberts
Family of Velma VillinesJack WardWilcox, Jones & McGrath, Inc.David & Becky York
Gift of Caring$500 - $999
AnonymousGerald & Mary Jeanne BauerGene & Chris BuzzardHarry BuzzardKen & Pat CampbellTim & "K" Caldwell
in memory of Amy Betts & Frank Knox
George & Karla CohlmiaDr. J. Richard HallFayenelle & Jay HelmGreta HesletErnestine Hill
in memory of Andrew HillClayton & Dorothy Keys
in memory of Frances M. JonesJack & Suzan Kirkpatrick
in memory of Mary M. MayDavid MurrayTom & Betty RainsSaint Simeon's EmployeesMr. & Mrs. William L. Schloss, III
a tribute to George & Phyllis Dotson
Gift of KindnessUp to $499
Anonymous AnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymous
a tribute to The Rev. Bill & Marlo HollyFrances R. BiedermannParker BoswellCharlie FergusThe Rev. & Mrs. Arlen Fowler
in memory of The Rev. Canon Richard Daniels
Adele Garrena tribute to St. Simeon’s Employees
Pamela GourdMary Carolyn Hills
in memory of Jo Bob HilleDale & Peggy Hobbs
in memory of Mary Elaine OwensEarl & Nancy Holly
a tribute to The Rev. Bill & Marlo HollyRichard Holly
a tribute to The Rev. Bill & Marlo HollyRosemary HollyJack & Judy IngrahamKum Yon Jones
in memory of Robert S. JonesJ. Morgan Kavanaugh
in memory of Florence Adams Herrand Elinor Adams Kavanaugh
Dr. Adele KingDon Kirkpatrick
in memory of Alice D. KirkpatrickKathleen KriegelFrances Martin
a tribute to The Rt. Rev. William J. CoxParker Dotson MathewsDonna Mayotte
a tribute to Therapy DogsThe Rev. Stephen McKeeJean PasleyDr. & Mrs. Don Pfeifer
a tribute to Saint Simeon’s Health Care Center Staff
Mrs. E. A. PhillipsThe Rev. & Mrs. William Powell
in memory of Olive Powell MorganBob & Leslie Pritchard
in memory of Golden Etter ColleyJanie RadabaughJay & Sarah RandolphBetty SeayBob & Pat Segal
a tribute to The Rt. Rev. Robert M. Moody
Sue Slama & Arn McJiltonWilliam N. SmithLynn Sossamon/Strategic Solutions
a tribute to Stephen MasonKenneth & Ann SpenceSandra & Charles Stibal
in memory of Carla StokesberryCarla StokesberryMrs. Dan Stuart
in memory of Jo Bob HilleVillareal & Associates, Inc.
in memory of Morey & Lou VillarealBrad VincentMr. and Mrs. William M. WallerPeter M. WalterMr. & Mrs. Richard H. Wills, Jr.
in memory of Richard H. WillsJohn & Nicole Young
in memory of Carl & Aline YoungRachel W. Zebrowski
a tribute to Donald B. Atkins
Thank you to each of our generous donors for committing $22,090,000 to the new Assisted Living and Wellness Centers capital building project. You are writing the next great chapter in the history of Saint Simeon’s!
If you would like to make a donation to Our Next Chapter, please contact Stephen Mason, Saint Simeon’s Foundation Executive Director, at (918) 794-1937 or at [email protected].
Our Next Chapter – Building with LoveCommitments to Date – September 30, 2008
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The Men of the AuxiliaryOver 130 Auxiliary members, guests and Residents attended
the Annual Spring Luncheon on April 22. This year’s luncheonmarked a milestone in Auxiliary history - two men served asLuncheon Chairmen! Bud Martin andGeorge Harrington did an outstandingjob from choosing the menu and book-ing the entertainment to creating thevery unique centerpieces - live Beta fishswimming in fish bowls on each table!
Lindsay Fick, President/CEO ofthe Home, welcomed the crowd andnoted the many services provided bythe Auxiliary especially, the acts ofkindness for Residents accomplished bythe Tree of Dreams. Stephen Mason,Foundation Executive Director, notedthe good work of the Auxiliary andexpressed appreciation for the $10,000pledge from the Auxiliary for the Capital Campaign for the AssistedLiving and Wellness Centers. He also recognized the members ofthe Campaign Cabinet who were present.
Bob Millspaugh, President of the Foundation Board,
announced that the Board of Trustees for the Home and theFoundation are donating $500 to the Resident Benevolent Fundin honor of Bud Martin in appreciation for his service as president
of the Auxiliary for the past year. JackWard, Auxiliary Past-President, noted a donation is being made from theAuxiliary to the “Friends of theAnimals Fund” in Bud’s honor. Jack also stated that the heart of theAuxiliary is the wonderful people who come to the Home to offer theirtime and talent to enrich the lives ofthe Residents.
The Auxiliary officers elected for2008-2009 are: President, GeorgeHarrington; Vice-President, JoAnnaNewman; Recording Secretary, JudyLawson; Corresponding Secretary,Brenda Haesloop; and Treasurer, BillHolly. It should be noted that with
the election this year, the Auxiliary has had men serving asPresident for three consecutive years - another milestone! Auxiliarymembership is most certainly not just for women anymore!
The Auxiliary–Our Wonderful Volunteers!
There are some very special unsung heroes of Saint Simeon’s - Dr.Paul Juen and his staff at Chimney Hill Veterinary Hospital. For the pasteleven years Dr. Juen has quietly been providing - at no charge to SaintSimeon’s - complete veterinary care for our beloved therapy dog, Simone.
Simone just celebrated her eleventh birthday and she has been asource of joy and companionship for the Residents and staff of SaintSimeon’s for her entire life. In order to let Dr. Juen and his staffknow how very much Saint Simeon’s appreciates the services theyprovide for Simone, a representative group went to Chimney HillsVeterinary Hospital to extend our personal thanks and to proclaimAugust 19th as “Dr. Juen and The Staff of Chimney HillsVeterinary Hospital Day” at Saint Simeon’s.
The Saint Simeon’s group making the presentation includedLindsay Fick, President/CEO; Chris Gruszeczki, Life EnrichmentDirector; Kathy Hinkle, Education Director and caretaker ofSimone; and Patty Flint, Resident and number one fan of Simone.Lindsay expressed thanks to Dr. Juen on behalf of the Home andread the “official proclamation.”
Dr. Juen noted that he became aware of Saint Simeon’s when hiswife, Madelyn, was doing her Occupational Therapy clinicals at theHome. She shared with him what she had observed about the won-derful care Residents received at Saint Simeon’s and that the Homehad a special Golden Retriever puppy, named Simone. Dr. Juenadmits he is “partial to Golden Retrievers,” and that donating theservices for Simone is “part of who we are” at Chimney HillsVeterinary Hospital.
When asked to describe Simone, Dr. Juen smiled and said, “Sheloves to be petted.” Those who know Simone would certainly agree!Having Dr. Juen and his staff provide their services has been a bless-ing for Simone and everyone who loves her, as well as a wonderfulin-kind donation for the Home. And he has generously agreed toextend this care to Simone’s successor - Simone II.
Whereas, Dr. Juen and The Staff of Chimney Hills Veterinary Hospital have been providing loving caring to Simone since 1997; and,
Whereas, Dr. Juen and The Staff of Chimney Hills Veterinary Hospital have provided veterinary services to Saint Simeon s Episcopal Home for eleven years at no charge; and
Whereas, Dr. Juen and The Staff of Chimney Hills Veterinary Hospital through their services have given the residents at Saint Simeon s the joy of having a healthy pet; and,
Whereas, Dr. Juen and The Staff of Chimney Hills Veterinary Hospital have provided the careneeded for Simone to live a long and productive life at Saint Simeon s Episcopal Home;
Now, therefore, I, Lindsay Hurley Fick, President/CEO of Saint Simeon s, do hereby proclaimAugust 19, 2008 as
Dr. Juen and The Staff of Chimney Hills Veterinary Hospital Day
At Saint Simeon s
Chimney Hills Staff pictured with SimoneFront row (l to r) Dr. Barbara Miller, Lisa Lee, Amanda Sundberg, and Linda
Andrews. Back row (l to r) Dr. Juen, and Chris Wade. Other staff members notpictured are Dr. Gregory Prisinzano, Ashley McCaskill and Novis Wiley.
Pictured (l to r): George Harrington, President 2008-09; Jack Ward, President, 2006-07; and Bud Martin, 2007-08 President.
“Dr. Juen Day” at Saint Simeon’s
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One of the treasures at Saint Simeon’s is our beautiful campus- over fifty acres of land provide our “country setting” on a hilloverlooking downtown Tulsa. When visitors come through thegate to Saint Simeon’s for the first time they enter the wonderful,natural wooded grounds full of shade trees, manicured lawns, andflower beds overflowing with vibrant colors. We are always pleasedto hear the admiring comments about the beauty of our Home.
The “natural” beauty of our grounds is really theresult of some very hard work by our maintenancestaff along with the wonderful, dedicated volun-teers of the Auxiliary Landscape Committee.In addition, there is another group thatplays an important role in keepingthe Saint Simeon’s campus lookingso beautiful - the “A Team.” For thepast three years they have beenperforming many of the day today tasks of grounds keep-ing, such as watering,mowing, edging, andmulching. In the wintermonths they also assistthe maintenance staffwith indoor jobs.
The A Team is partof The Major Group, aprivate employment serv-ice for people with physi-cal and/or cognitive chal-lenges. The Major Groupoffers a variety of support-ive employment servicesfrom individual placements to“enclaves,” such as the A Team. Each enclave consists of a crew offive to six workers and a job coach. The team at Saint Simeon’s isone of three currently employed in the Tulsa area.
The Major Group contracts with individual businesses thathave work which aligns with the capabilities of the crew. The job
coach is an important component of the Major Group. Each jobcoach receives state training called Foundations, as well as CPRand First Aid training. The job coach for the Saint Simeon’s groupis Leslie Starks.
The members of the crew learn grounds keeping skills alongwith life skills, such as coming to a job daily, learning to workwith others, and receiving a pay check. Despite the challenges theyface each has the opportunity to become a contributor to society
and the community of Tulsa as a taxpay-er and consumer - it is a classic “win-
win” situation for the A Team andfor Saint Simeon’s.
The A Team has becomepart of the Saint Simeon’sfamily. They enjoy therecognition they receivefor the work they do andare quick to greet staffmembers and Residentswith a smile and friendlywave. Several of the mem-bers of the crew haveformed bonds withResidents. According toRobin Thompson,Executive Director of TheMajor Group, the motherof one young manbrought him out to SaintSimeon’s on his day off tovisit a Resident who had
become a friend.Lindsay Hurley Fick,
President/CEO states, “The beauty of Saint Simeon’s is reflectedthrough the talents and devotion of many people. The MajorGroup is a valuable resource for Saint Simeon’s and a wonderfulprogram for the Tulsa community.”
Special Help from a Special Group
May 30th was an exciting day at Saint Simeon’s as Residents,family members and friends gathered for “Homecoming 2008.”This was a special Open House held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.at the Home’s main campus. The special guest speaker for the eventwas Saint Simeon’s Medical Director, Dr. Insung Kim, M.D.,F.A.C.P., Associate Professor of Medicine, Chief of Geriatrics atOU College of Medicine, Tulsa. Dr. Kim gave a very informativepresentation, “Aging Today: Meeting the Challenge,” which wasfollowed with a question and answer session for those attending.
This was a wonderful opportunity for friends and familymembers to see the exciting things happening atSaint Simeon’s. In addition to Dr. Kim’spresentation, tours of the Home and ournewly opened Model Apartments for thenew Assisted Living Expansion wereoffered. Visitors toured beautifully decorated models of the “Studio” and “Suite” apartments and were able to observe the actual construc-tion from the walkways inside theHome. Our wonderful Auxiliaryvolunteers were on hand to assistwith Walking Tours of the Homeusing the new Visitors’ Guide creat-ed by the Auxiliary to direct visitorsto all the points of interest inside andoutside the Home.
The Ice Cream Parlor was open for extended hours and guests wereable to enjoy delicious ice creamtreats all day. Special musical
entertainment and refreshments were provided throughout all the areas of the Home during the day. Memory Books from
past Days of Remembrance, Annual Scrapbooks of activities at the home, and photos going back to the Home’s foundingin 1960 were displayed in the Common Room. Lucky winners of the door prize drawings received gasoline gift cards.
The event was part of the exciting nationwide“Homecoming” celebration sponsored by the American
Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA), of which Saint Simeon’s is a member. AAHSA helps millions of
individuals and their families every day through mission-driven,not-for-profit organizations, like Saint Simeon’s, that are dedicat-ed to providing the services that people need, when they needthem, in the place they call home.
Homecoming 2008 Brings Friends of the Home Together
Dr. Insung Kim (center), the special guest speaker for Homecoming 2008, is pictured with Lindsay Fick, Saint Simeon’s President/CEO, and Stephen Mason, Saint Simeon’s Foundation Executive Director
Pat the Penguin was in theHomecoming spirit as a cheerleader and was even sporting the traditional
homecoming “mum corsage!”
L to R) A Team members J.B. Bailes, Claude Elliot, Brian Woodson, with Les Starks, Job Coach
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Donors
Unrestricted FundSteve AdairDawn & Mark Allee
in memory of Carla StokesberryJanet Allen
in memory of Carla StokesberryEllen C. & Donald B. Atkins
in memory of Elinor Dye Hildebrandin memory of Aline Holcombin memory of Jane M. Sanders
Rita E. Bella tribute to Karen Garren
Liz & Doug Berryin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Dorothy Bockelkenin memory of Marge Lund
Robert Boutonin memory of Bill Tatroe
Robert Brakeyin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Betty & Butch Brothertonin memory of Dorothy Sadler
Judy & Bob Burtonin memory of Marge Lunda tribute to Sara Edwards
Glenn Buzzardin memory of Dorotha Buzzard
Jeannie & Thomas Carlislein memory of Marian Franks
Carroll Carterin memory of Carla Stokesberry
CheckMark Communicationsin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Rosalie & Peter Childsin memory of Dorothy Sadler
Mary Jean Coburnin memory of Robert Fastin memory of Marian Franksin memory of Betty Lawsonin memory of Marge Lund
Lucille Cochranin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Martha Colein memory of Marian Franks
Mary Colemana tribute to Mary Dotson
Laverne Colemanin memory of Dorothy Sadler
Georgeann & Bob Coxin memory of Jo Bob Hille
Bebe & Milford DeBoltin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Pat & Malcolm Deisenroth in memory of Marge Lund
Phyllis & George Dotsonin memory of June Conwayin memory of Marian Franksin memory of Betty Lawsonin memory of Marge Lundin memory of Susan Athens Smithin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Frana Dupreein memory of Marge Lund
Dorothy Engeldingerin memory of Betty Lawson
Julia & Justin Englandin memory of Eric Adair
Joe Enloein memory of Betty Lawson
Ilene & David Flaumin memory of Dennis Jones
Joan Flintin memory of Cortlandt S. Dietlerin memory of Betty Lawson
Gable & Gotwalsin memory of Dorotha Buzzard
Karen & Rick Garrenin memory of Betty Lawsonin memory of Marge Lundin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Greg Gray & Sharon Bellin memory of Marge Lund
in memory of Carla StokesberryChris Gruszeczki
in memory of Carla StokesberryNancy & Hank Harbaugh
in memory of Susan Athens SmithJim & Helen Jo Hardwick
a tribute to Phyllis & George DotsonJohn Harlan
in memory of Nancy LoyeLindy Hart
in memory of Dorothy SadlerEileen & Jim Hewgley
in memory of Cortlandt S. DietlerPatty & Gary Himes
in memory of Dorotha BuzzardNancy & Earl Holly
in memory of Carla StokesberryRichard Holly
in memory of Carla StokesberryJustGive
in memory of Carla StokesberrySusan Kennedy
in memory of Dorothy SadlerMarie Kephart
in memory of Marge LundDorothy & Clayton Keysin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Dorothy Kiddin memory of Betty Lawson
Anne Kimbroughin memory of Marge Lund
Steven Landsmanin memory of Eric Adair
Leslie & Randy Lawin memory of Eric Adair
Judy Lawsonin memory of Alfred Koettingin memory of Eleanor McCannin memory of Max Stanhopein memory of Carla Stokesberry
Jo Londonin memory of Betty Lawson
Dr. & Mrs. Donald Lovelessin memory of William Wince
Terry & Jim Lucasin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Rob Lyon, Jr.in memory of Carla Stokesberry
Manticore Technology Corporationin memory of Eric Adair
Marie Millarin memory of Marian Franksin memory of Jerry Jonesin memory of Betty Lawsonin memory of Carla Stokesberry
David Murrayin memory of Betty Lawson
Pauline & Dick Nickersonin memory of Eric Adair
Dotty & Chuck Oelkersin memory of Dorothy Sadler
Lorraine & Patrick Owensin memory of Marian Franks
The Rev. Canon John C. Powersin memory of Dorotha Buzzard
Tammy Quackenbushin memory of Max Stanhope
Mary Rafterin memory of Dorothy Sadler
Brenda Readin memory of Betty Lawson
Melba & Don Ricein memory of Carla Stokesberry
Faye & Marvin Robinowitzin memory of Dorothy Sadler
Paula & John Rulein memory of Dorotha Buzzard
Karen & Jimmy Stanhopein memory of Eric Adairin memory of Betty Baldwinin memory of Tom Brown
in memory of Nadine Constantin memory of June Conwayin memory of Ruth Coxin memory of Robert Fastin memory of Robert Fetterin memory of Marian Franksin memory of Peggy Gormanin memory of Billy Grahamin memory of Dr. Charles Hillein memory of Dennis Jonesin memory of Vallee Kiddin memory of Betty Lawsonin memory of Marge Lundin memory of Robert Maddoxin memory of Eleanor McCannin memory of Jose Montoyain memory of Cecil O’Dellin memory of Geraldine Perryin memory of Donavan Riffein memory of Jane M. Sandersin memory of Ruth Scottin memory of Mae Dean Sewellin memory of Pauline Stavain memory of Carla Stokesberry
Maggie & Dan Stroudin memory of Dorotha Buzzard
Virginia Taylorin memory of Carla Stokesberry
Katharine & Bob Wackenhuthin memory of Betty Ayersin memory of Marjorie Berryin memory of Edward Mooresin memory of William Vietchin memory of Thomas Welch
Nora & Stan Whitein memory of Dorothy Sadler
Nancy & Andy Wolova tribute to Phyllis & George Dotson
Joseph Woolslayera tribute to Mary Dotson
Zurich American Insurance Companya tribute to Flintco, Inc.
Resident Benevolent FundRuth & Gene Anderson
in memory of Marian FranksNancy Bennett
in memory of Beatrice AlsayLou Anne Coopet
in memory of Betty LawsonIvy Dempsey
in memory of Beatrice AlsayElise & Jack Gordon
in memory of Beatrice AlsayMary Ann Hille
in memory of Carla StokesberryShelley & Steve Jackson
in memory of Beatrice AlsayRon Macy
in memory of Beatrice AlsayPat & Bud Martin
in memory of Betty LawsonLisa & Paul Mesmer
in memory of Beatrice AlsayBarbara Norman
in memory of Marian FranksLee People & Emma Rolls
in memory of Carla StokesberryJuanise & Fred Stockdale
in memory of Beatrice AlsayDixie Thomas
in memory of Beatrice AlsayJanet Torrance
in memory of Beatrice AlsayTerry & Harrison Townes
in memory of Beatrice AlsayTrinity Episcopal Church Altar Guild
in memory of Beatrice AlsayJoyce & Bill Von Glahn
in memory of Beatrice AlsayMr. & Mrs. Joseph Woltz
in memory of Beatrice Alsay
Pat & Clayton Woodrumin memory of Beatrice Alsay
Miscellaneous Restricted FundKathy & Joe AdwonBecky Baird
in memory of Marty & Floyd BairdJanice Bowman
in memory of Betty LawsonPriscilla Brown
in memory of Tom BrownAlberta Curran
in memory of William WincePhyllis & George DotsonVirginia Fast
in memory of Robert C. FastCharles W. & Pauline K. Flint
FoundationJoan FlintPatricia & Willie GalbraithLouAnne & Robert HarrisDr. Ben G. HennekeJeanette & Joe Maxfield
in memory of Robert C. FastJoAnna Newman
in memory of Guy ApplePat & Paul Perrin
in memory of Marian FranksLillian RiddleJ. L. SaundersKaren & Jimmy StanhopeAnonymousRuth Ann & Bill Wheeler
in memory of Violet & Dale CoxMildred Zackowitz
in memory of Dennis Jones
In-Kind DonorsEric AdairBernard AdlerThe Rev. & Mrs. Joseph AlsayJonnie BarrettLiz BerryHarry BuzzardJudy & John ClarkAllison CottonRuth CoxPhyllis & George DotsonMary DotsonVeda DuncanVirginia FastCharles FergusLindsay & Ron FickMarilyn GeorgesChris GruszeczkiDr. & Mrs. Brian HowardJuanita JonesKaren & George JonesValle KiddKathy & Dale KnottSidney LawlerFrances LewisDr. Robert N. MaddoxEleanor McCannBetty & A. G. McCormickJoAnna NewmanGeorge OverallSuzanne & Mohsen PourettDonavan RiffeSylvia Russell & Brian WesterDorothy SadlerKaren SchaferMae Dean SewellA. J. ShieldsKaren & Jimmy StanhopePauline StavaHoward UptonRachel Zebrowski
(We appreciate all donations including corporate matching gifts.)
Donations Received fromApril 1, 2008 though September 30, 2008
Thank you to all of you who choose to contribute to Saint Simeon’s.Your generous donations are so important in our efforts to provide outstanding care and services for the Residents of the Home.
The Saint Simeon’s donors highlighted below gave to the Home and Foundation from April 1, 2008 through September 30, 2008.Contributor names are listed under the specific fund category as designated by the donor.
Please call Stephen Mason at (918) 425-3583, ext. 237 if you have any questions or if a donation has not been properly noted.We want to recognize each of our wonderful friends and supporters.
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One of the “crown jewels” of Saint Simeon’s is its volunteerorganization the Auxiliary. The Auxiliary has continually providedcommitted volunteers and enriched the lives of Residents since itsfounding in 1961.
One of its most active and dedicated groups the LandscapeCommittee was formed in 2003 at the suggestion of Auxiliarymember and Master Gardener, Jack Ward, whorecruited volunteers interested in helpingmake our grounds at Saint Simeon’smore beautiful. The LandscapeCommittee has been involved in muchof planning, designing and even theactual planting of the beautifulflower beds and containers seenthroughout the Home’s campus.After the ice storm last winterthe Landscape Committeemembers, several of whomare Master Gardeners, wereavailable to offer theirexpertise and suggestions inassessing the damage to thetrees on the property.
This spring after servingfor 5 years as the LandscapeCommittee Chair, Jack is pass-ing on the “chairman’s gavel.”Jack’s leadership and dedicationare greatly appreciated by theHome and all who visit ourbeautiful campus!
Now the Auxiliary wel-comes the new Co-Chairs ofthe Landscape Committee,Janet Williamson and Mary LouHavener, both of whom have beenactive members of the LandscapeCommittee. Meet them and as you readremember they are volunteers! What a blessingto Saint Simeons!
Janet WilliamsonI retired in 2004 after a career as a chemist (MS in
analytical chemistry from OSU). I worked inthe pharmacology department at the ORUmedical school doing DNA drug-bindingresearch, at Occidental Petroleum doingoil analyses and ended my career at anenvironmental lab doing GC/MSanalyses of volatile priority pollutantsin soil and water for both EPA andprivate clients.
I have always loved gardeningand the first thing I did after retir-ing was become a Master Gardener.It is great fun. We have programsin the schools ("Worms to theWise" is my favorite) and insenior living centers. We plantthe Habitat for Humanityhouses and have a speaker’sbureau with many gardeningtopics available on request.Great website:Tulsamastergardeners.org
It was from a MasterGardener mailing that I learnedSaint Simeons was looking for apart time "horticultural thera-pist." I had no specific creden-tials, as such, but I guess noother applicants did either. Idid weekly programs as part ofLife Enrichment's Roots ‘n’Shoots program and helped plantand maintain the Gazebo courtyard. (I havesince taken an OSU short course on horticultural therapy andread a number of books on the subject.)
I believe staying in touch with nature is enormously impor-tant - whether we are two or a hundred and two - viewing flowers
out a window, enjoying a plant in your room, eating a tomatoright off the vine, smelling the lavender you brush as you walk by,or watching the peacocks eat everything in sight. (They do lovethe turnip tops.) I hope someone helps me keep my "hands in thedirt" and flowers all around if (or when) the day comes that I amunable to do it all myself. We can never truly pay back all the giftswe receive, so I think in some very small ways, I am trying to "pay
it forward."
Mary Lou HavenerI am the owner of MB GARDENS. I
offer a wide variety of landscaping services, as well as specializing in water gardens
and features. I propagate waterplants and a variety of other
plant material which I grow in my greenhouses.
Deciding to make acareer change, I went back to college and earned adegree in Nursery andGreenhouse Management.(And boy did I make achange! I went from suits and heels to jeans and boots.)I am a current board member for The TulsaGarden Center, a consultantfor The Linnaeus TeachingGarden, listed in Who's
Who of Colleges andProfessional and ExecutiveRegistry's, Past President of the Oklahoma Chapter of The National Association for
Landscape Designers, Past-President of The Green Country
Water Garden Society and a currentboard member of Oklahoma Certified
Florists. I also speak on horticulture related subjects for variousgroups and seminars.
How did I come to connect with Saint Simeon's? I received a phone call from a business associate asking if I would be
interested in servicing a water garden at Saint Simeon's. I met with Kathy Hinkle and immediately fell in love
with the pond, the facility, the staff, and theResidents. I felt compelled to do more than just
service the pond, and I began working withJanet Williamson through the Roots
‘n’ Shoots program inviting theResidents to watch while I
performed special tasks in thewater garden and speaking to them about plants. When I am servicing the pond, I am so pleased when aResident stops to watch and visit about what I am doing.
Hopefully theResidents and staff learnfrom me - I certainly learnfrom the Residents. I haveheard so many unique and interesting anecdotesabout their lives, and I amhonored when they sharetheir stories with me. When asked to co-chair the Landscape Committee I immediately said, "Yes!"Saint Simeon's is very special in so many ways.
I want to help create an outdoor environment pleasing
for the Residents, their families,the staff, and, yes, all of God's creatures that co-habitat on theproperty! I have been very blessed by becoming involved withSaint Simeon's.
Landscape Committee
Janet Williamson
Mary Lou Havener
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Saint Simeon’sBoard of Trustees — Home
The Rt. Rev. Dr. Edward J. KoniecznyHonorary Chairman
William E. Farrior, ChairmanRobert B. Lyon, Jr., Secretary
Caron Lawhorn, TreasurerKenneth N. Campbell
The Rev. Irv CutterGeorge S. Dotson
Debbie FavellL. Charles Fuller
Jim FurmanGregory Allen Gray
George F. Harrington, Jr.James D. HarveyKathleen KriegelStephen W. LakeGlenda F. Love
The Rev. Stephen McKeeMarilyn MorrisJean M. Pasley
Tom SchroedterWilliam S. SmithStuart G. Spencer
Ky VargasBrad VincentDavid L. York
Lindsay Hurley FickPresident/CEO
Board of Trustees —Trustees Emeriti
Donald B. AtkinsJames M. Hewgley, Jr.
Robert B. Lyon, Sr.Robert C. Millspaugh, Jr.
Mrs. Herbert OvenGene Starr
Mrs. Dan StuartMrs. Priscilla C. TateWilliam M. Waller
Board of Trustees —Foundation
Robert C. Millspaugh, Jr., PresidentRobin F. Ballenger, Vice President
Marilyn Morris, SecretaryDavid L. York, Treasurer
John R. BarkerDon Betts
Ann Shannon CassidyMalcolm Deisenroth, Jr.
George S. DotsonPhyllis N. Dotson
Frank G. EbyWilliam E. FarriorAnthony S. Jezek
The Rev. Canon John C. PowersWilliam S. SmithMaggie Hille Yar
Stephen MasonExecutive Director
Home StaffInsung Kim, M.D.
Medical DirectorSue Slama, R.N.
Director of NursingMary Miller
Business ManagerDana Stefanoff
Human Resources DirectorKathy Hinkle
Education DirectorThe Rev. Bill Holly
ChaplainKaren Stanhope
Admissions Director &Administrator of Health Care Center
Chris Gruszeczki, LCSW, ADCLife Enrichment Director
Dave BealeDietary Director
Morrison Senior DiningArn McJilton
Environmental Services DirectorKaren Garren
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Tobacco Free Campus PolicyHealthy Living Initiative:
In order to provide and maintain a safe and healthy environment for its Residents and employees, SaintSimeon’s has developed a “Tobacco Free Campus Policy.” In conjunction with the American Cancer Society’s“Great American Smoke-Out,” the policy will take effect on November 20, 2008.
The policy prohibits the use of any tobacco product anywhere on the property of Saint Simeon’sEpiscopal Home as well as in personal vehicles while on Saint Simeon’s property. While this will be achange for the Home, we believe this is a positive step forward in focusing on healthy living initiatives.
We have partnered with “1-800-QUIT-NOW” which has provided Oklahoma Residents withwonderful resources for those who wish to quit smoking. Whether it is through reading material, med-ications, or a combination of resources, the “1-800-QUIT-NOW” has opened opportunities for ouremployees (and their family members) that had not been available before.
While this policy does not require that all of our employees be non-smokers (or non-tobaccousers), it does require that they not use tobacco while on our campus. In addition, it will require all ofour Residents and their family members to be non-tobacco users while on campus as well (except forcottage Residents who will be “grandfathered” into their current unit only).
As we institute this policy, we will be working to assist those who wish to quit smoking by provid-ing resources, encouragement, incentives, etc. Changing a habit is never easy, but with support andencouragement (characteristics for which Saint Simeon’s is known!), anything is possible.
All family members, residents and friends of Saint Simeon’s are welcome to join the Auxiliary. For membership information contact: Karen Garren at (918) 794-1945 or [email protected].
The Auxiliary’s mission is to enrich andenhance the lives of the Residents. Providingspecial events for Residents, families andfriends of the Home is just one way theAuxiliary accomplishes its goals. Each year the Auxiliary sponsors an “old-fashioned” Ice Cream Social at the Home. On a picture
perfect June evening Residents, families and friends gathered in the AdministrationCourtyard for a wonderful concert of patrioticmusic provided by the Tulsa CommunityBand. Members of Boy Scout Troop 168 fromOwasso presented the colors. The troop alsoassisted by serving the ice cream and cookieswhich were generously donated by MorrisonSenior Dining, Saint Simeon’s dietary service.Thanks go to Auxiliary members, Pat and Bud Martin, who served as co-chairs for this popular event!
Another great party the Auxiliary hosts thathas become a popular tradition is the OktoberfestFall Cookout. This event was held October 9 atthe City View Patio & Dining Room. Auxiliarymember, Brenda Haesloop, served as this year’sevent chair. Residents, family members and friendswere treated to authentic German music, food,and, of course, “Chicken Dancing!”
Christmas at the Home would not becomplete without a visit from Santa. TheAuxiliary has a direct line to the North Poleand secures Santa’s (and Mrs. Claus’) presenceevery year for the Residents’ Christmas Parties.Auxiliary “elves” are already busy planning thisyear’s parties which will be held on December20th. This year’s event chair is Jack Ward.There will be festive holiday entertainmentand delicious refreshments. Santa will, ofcourse, have a gift for each Resident, who mayhave a souvenir photo taken with the Clauses.
The Auxiliary Loves a Party!
Millie Brown with her family visiting with Santa.
Ice Cream Social
Auxiliary member, Judy Lawson,leads last year’s Oktoberfestcrowd in “Chicken Dancing.”
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