Category Archives: Community Events
It’s Summer Concert Time!
Summer is nearly here which means that the staff at Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman has been busy planning an exciting summer of lawn concerts. Three concerts, all free and open to the public, are scheduled.
- Tuesday, June 18th : The Steve Fazzini Band
- Thursday, July 18th: The Calypso Gypsies Trio
- Tuesday, August 20th: The Jim Frank Trio
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and plan to have a toe tappin’ time. All concerts start at 7pm.
In the case of inclement weather, the concerts will move indoors (due to space limitations, indoor concerts must be restricted to residents only).
Click here or on the image below for a poster.
Drive Safer, Drive Better, Drive Longer
Shepherd of the Valley is inviting mature drivers age 60 or better to sign-up for the AAA Safe Driving for Mature Operators Course. The state-certified course, which can qualify attendees for auto insurance discounts, is being offered in three locations over the summer. Click here for a flyer.
- June 10 & 12
Shepherd of the Valley-Niles
1500 McKinley Ave., Niles
To register call Kristen Taylor
330-544-0771, ext. 2817 - July 22 & 24
Shepherd of the Valley-Howland
4100 North River Road, NE, Warren
To register call Dawn Olson
330-856-9232, ext. 2618 - August 5 & 7
Shepherd of the Valley-Poland
301 W. Western Reserve Road, Poland
To register call Elida Cowles, LPN
330-726-7110, ext. 2318
The State certified AAA instructor will share, through interactive classroom-based instruction, the most up-to-date information on mature driver’s education. Focus areas include vision, adjusting speed, road rage, drowsy driving, prescription medications, driving emergencies, and more.
The course runs from 10am – 3pm both days with an hour for lunch. Lunch is available each day for an additional cost or participants may take advantage of the numerous dining locations nearby. Lunch reservations must be made when signing up for the class.
Class size is limited to 15 participants, so registration is REQUIRED. The cost is $10 for AAA members and $15 for non-members. The course is approved for insurance discounts by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles under Ohio’s Motor Vehicle Accident Prevention Course for Drivers age 60+. Participants must be at least 60 years old to qualify for an insurance discount and meet any other any other criteria required by the insurance carrier. The insurance company determines the amount of the discount, which is good for three years.
For more information or to register, call the Shepherd community offering the class in which you are interested.
Blood Drives Scheduled at Shepherd of the Valley Locations
During March all four Shepherd of the Valley communities will host blood drives, courtesy of HMHP. The public is invited to donate.
The blood drives will be held between 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at all locations. No appointment is necessary.
- March 12th: Shepherd of the Valley – Boardman
7148 West Blvd, Boardman, OH 44512 - March 14th: Shepherd of the Valley – Poland
301 W. Western Reserve Rd., Poland, OH 44514 - March 19th: Shepherd of the Valley – Howland
4100 North River Road, NE, Warren, OH 44484 - March 21st: Shepherd of the Valley – Niles
1500 McKinley Ave., Niles, OH 44446
Pavlik Delivers Knockout 2nd Wind Dream
On December 1, Kelly Pavlik surprised boxing fan Ted Olesky, a resident at Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman, presenting him with an autographed pair of his boxing gloves.
Mr. Olesky had followed Pavlik’s career from the beginning. His daughter explained that her dad liked him because he’s a hometown boy from a blue-collar background who has “done lots for the area.”
“We found out Kelly was in town for a few days,” explained Kim Osborn, SOV-Boardman/Niles Activity Director. “We are thrilled and think it is truly special that he has been able to make time in his busy schedule to visit Mr. Olesky.”
The Shepherd staff embraced Second Wind Dreams (www.secondwind.org) to help our seniors realize one more dream. The program highlights the positive aspects of aging and encourages the community to join in on the celebration of life in our elders, making their dreams a reality, and joining the rewarding quest by becoming DREAM WEAVERS.
Click here for the story in the Vindicator and here for coverage by WKBN-TV. Photograph courtesy of the Vindicator.
Friday Night Lights Backdrop for 2nd Wind Dream
Last month, Bo Rein Stadium, homeod the Niles Red Dragons, served as the location for a touching Second Wind Dream involving Bill and Joan Ifft, Assisted Living residents at Shepherd of the Valley – Niles.
When they were asked what dream they would like to come true, the Iffts quickly answered, “We want to see our grandson play football.” They had never been to a game and their grandson, Ryan, is a senior at Niles McKinley High School and was one day away from playing the last regular season game of his high school career.
- Ryan hugs his grandmother after presenting her with flowers.
This dream had to come together quickly. The Dream Team at Niles swung into action and contacted Marc Fritz, Athletic Director for Niles City Schools. He graciously offered free tickets to the game for the Iffts and Shepherd staff and front row seating so they could catch all the action. He also worked with head football coach Brian Shaner who gave Ryan a few precious moments before the game to hug his grandparents, thank them for coming to watch him play, and present his grandma with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. While words were not easily expressed, Bill and Joan’s happy tears were eloquent.
The Red Dragons added the icing on the cake as they defeated the Youngstown East Panthers and clinched a playoff berth.
The Shepherd staff embraced Second Wind Dreams (www.secondwind.org) to help our seniors realize one more dream.
Pet Blessing Results in Reunion
On Wednesday, a visit to Animal Charity on Market Street turned into more than a pet blessing. It became a college reunion.
“When I saw the information about the pet blessing in the paper,” said Liz Smith, “I wondered if that was Jimmy Brandis. I just had to come and see if it was.”
It turned out that it was indeed Jimmy Brandis, who Mrs. Smith knew from their time at Theil College. Jimmy Brandis is now Pastor Jim Brandis, Corporate Chaplain for Shepherd of the Valley. “It’s been 40 years, but when she asked if I recognized her, I knew her right away,” he said.
After catching up, Lola, the Smith’s dog, enjoyed a special blessing, as did several other dogs brought to the shelter by their owners, including Blade, a Border collie mix, and Mosa and Mano, 4-month-old Boxer/German Shepherd mix puppies. Pastor Brandis also blessed all the cats and each of the dogs awaiting their “forever homes” at Animal Charity.
The pet blessing was held as part of Operation Santa Paws, a drive by Shepherd of the Valley, spearheaded by its Poland community. Operation Santa Paws, in its fourth year, collects needed items for the dogs, cats, and other critters cared for by Animal Charity of Youngstown, Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary in Salem, and The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County in Warren.
Donations will be accepted at all Shepherd of the Valley locations, Copper Zone Tanning at the Southern Park Mall, and Pet Supplies Plus in Boardman through Monday, December 17. Click here for suggested donations or call Shepherd of the Valley-Poland, 330-726-7110, ext.0.
Operation Santa Paws is Back!
Operation Santa Paws is back to bring happiness, joy, and chew toys to animals everywhere…or at least in the Mahoning Valley! Operation Santa Paws is a drive by Shepherd of the Valley, spearheaded by its Poland community, to collect needed items for the dogs, cats, and other animals cared for by Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary in Salem, Animal Charity of Youngstown, and The Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County in Warren.
“Last year, the Southern Park Mall joined us in this project and we far exceeded our expectations,“ stated Paula Blakeman, SOV-Poland Activity Director. “The shelters were very pleased with the food, toys, and other items we were able to provide to them.”
Starting on November 19th through Monday, December 17th, donations will be accepted at:
• all Shepherd of the Valley locations:
o Boardman, 7148 West Blvd., Boardman 44512
o Howland, 4100 North River Road, NE, Warren 44484
o Niles, 1500 McKinley Ave., Niles 44446
o Poland, 301 W. Western Reserve Rd., Poland 44514
o At Home With Shepherd Home Health & Corporate Offices, 5525 Silica Rd.,
Austintown, 44515
• Copper Zone Tanning at the Southern Park Mall
• Pet Supplies Plus in Boardman
Download a PDF with suggested donations here or, for more information, contact Paula Blakeman , Shepherd of the Valley-Poland Activity Director, for more information at 330-726-7110, ext. 0, or click on the email link above.
On December 5th, a pet blessing led by Pastor Jim Brandis, Shepherd of the Valley Corporate Chaplain, will be held at 9:30am at Animal Charity, 4140 Market St, Youngstown. The public is welcome to participate and bring their pets to be blessed.
On December 9th, the Southern Park Mall is again having Pet Photos with Santa Claus from 3-7PM on the Sears concourse. All pets are welcome to have a photo taken with Santa. Bring a donation for Operation Santa Paws and receive a hand sanitizer.
Valley Legacy Recipients Announced
Winston Churc
hill said “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” On Thursday, October 11th, 29 people nominated for the 8th Annual Valley Legacy Awards were recognized for not just making a living, but for making a life. From that remarkable group, six outstanding people received the Valley Legacy Award.
The 2012 Valley Legacy Award recipients are:
Outstanding Seniors:
Diana Bauman, Warren, Carol Bigelow, Youngstown, George Grim, Boardman
James E. Herriman, Warren, Beverly Poidmore Pariza, Boardman
Outstanding Advocate for Seniors: Charles Wilkins, MD, Youngstown
Eight years ago, Shepherd of the Valley launched the Valley Legacy Awards to recognize, in a significant and public way, the contribution, service, sacrifice, and compassionate actions performed by or for the senior citizens in the Mahoning Valley.
In the past seven years, the Valley Legacy Awards have honored nearly 175 extraordinary people and organizations, with 40 receiving the Valley Legacy Award. This year’s nominees hailed from Austintown, Boardman, Canfield, East Palestine, Girard, Leavittsburg, Lowellville, New Waterford, Niles, Poland, Salem, Warren, West Farmington, and Youngstown. The spanned a multitude of interests, occupations, and talents with friends and family nominating educators, community volunteers, veterans, business people, and physicians.
“Americans are recognized for being the most caring and giving people in the world,” stated George Hays, Valley Legacy Advisory Board Co-Chair. “The members of the 2012 class of Valley Legacy Award nominees are inspiring examples of this caring and giving nature. While six will take home an award, all of the nominees, by virtue of their selfless dedication, are winners.”
Dennis Parks, President of Shepherd of the Valley’s Board of Directors, stated to the 260 people gathered for the luncheon at Avion on the Water, “It is my belief that we are all here to serve a purpose. If you have had the opportunity to review the background of this year’s nominees, you can know and appreciate a group of outstanding individuals who have spent a lifetime serving a purpose within our own Valley. We are honored to recognize them today at the eighth Valley Legacy Awards Luncheon.”
After the invocation by Rev. E. Richard Bowen, retired Lutheran pastor and resident of the Senior Apartments at Shepherd of the Valley in Niles and lunch, Mistress of Ceremonies Leslie Barrett, WFMJ Evening News Co-Anchor, and Don Kacmar, Shepherd of the Valley Executive Director recognized the nominees with flowers and a Certificate of Recognition for their contributions to the community. Leslie Barrett closed the luncheon by presenting the Valley Legacy Award to the Outstanding Advocate for Seniors, Dr. Charles Wilkins, and the five Outstanding Seniors; Diana Bauman, Carol Bigelow, George Grim, James E. Herriman, and Beverly Poidmore Pariza.
Meet the Valley Legacy Nominees
Americans are recognized for being the most caring and giving people in the world. The 29 members of the 2012 class of Valley Legacy Award nominees are inspiring examples of this caring and giving nature.
Take a moment to meet them “up close and personal”. Click here to download a PDF with a short summary of each person’s nomination and photograph.
Oprah Winfrey shares our nominees’ motivation, saying “I choose to rise up and see that in moments of desperation, fear, and helplessness, each of us can be a rainbow of hope, doing what we can to extend ourselves in kindness and grace to one another.” This year’s nominees give of themselves, not to achieve recognition, but because they see a need. They truly care about helping others.
In the past seven years, the Valley Legacy Awards have honored nearly 175 extraordinary people and organizations, with 39 receiving the Valley Legacy Award. This year, a record 29 nominations were received from across the Valley. Nominees hailed from Austintown, Boardman, Canfield, East Palestine, Girard, Leavittsburg, Lowellville, New Waterford, Niles, Poland, Salem, Warren, West Farmington, and Youngstown. Our nominees span a multitude of interests, occupations, and talents. Friends and family nominated educators, community volunteers, veterans, business people, couples, sisters, and physicians.
Tickets to the luncheon on October 11th at Avion on the Water in Canfield are still available. Contact Lynn Miller at 330-530-4038, ext. 2057, or via email.
Reception and Prayer Service Celebrate Anniversary
There was fellowship, food, prayer, and song as nearly 100 people gathered at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church to celebrate Shepherd of the Valley’s 40th anniversary.
Everyone gathered in the Crossroads Hall the evening of September 16, where they were greeted by a dozen collages of events and activities organized by site and decade. A visual media presentation highlighted people, locations, and events from Shepherd’s 40 years or service. The dinner buffet featured cakes decorated with Shepherd’s various logos through the decades was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Prior to the prayer service, a short program recalling the formation and achievements Shepherd has experienced over the past 40 years. Featured speakers included Ernie Sigle and Rev. D. Gary Schreckengost who were present from the beginning, and Dennis Parks, the current president of the Board of Directors.
Mr. Sigle talked about the initial meetings where the idea of a place where the Lutheran churches could care for their aging congregants became the reality of the first location in Niles. He took the crowd through the challenges of creating the idea, obtaining support and financing, and purchasing the first location.
Rev. Gary Schreckengost led the guests through the expansion years for Shepherd of the Valley and they moved into Mahoning County. He jokingly commented that he became the “building expert” as he was called upon to head the building committees for the Niles expansion, Poland condos, and the Poland assisted living building.
“Thousands have been served because of the efforts of faithful people like yourselves,” Rev. Schreckengost said in closing.
The final speaker was current Board President Dennis Parks who talked about the program additions and expansion projects undertaken in the 1990s including building the Howland community, its nursing home expansion project, and the addition of home health services.
“My nine years serving on the Board have been rewarding,” Mr. Parks commented. “(Shepherd is) truly a treasure to our area as it continues to serve our senior citizens and our community.”
Following the featured speakers, everyone was invited into the sanctuary for a prayer service. A mass choir made of members of the Zion and other Lutheran churches led them in song as prayers of thanks were offered for continued prosperity in the years to come.
Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, Bishop of the Northeast Ohio Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America offered encouragement and blessings. Pastor Ronald Young, Assistant to the President of the Ohio District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, offered congratulations and gratitude.
“Happy 40th anniversary, Shepherd of the Valley,” Rev. Eaton said. “May God continue to bless your work and may this continue to be a place of refuge.”
Click here or on the image below for a collage of photos from the event.
40th Anniversary Celebration at Howland
Fun was the key word on August 19th as the Summer of Celebrations for Shepherd of the Valley’s 40 Years of Caring continued at the Howland community. The theme of “Journey Through the Years” was reflected on the main, first, and second floors. Each was decorated for a specific decade with entertainment from those years and staff in costume.
Guests were greeted in the lobby by the Shepherd of the Valley Bell Choir, which is made up of Shepherd of the Valley-Howland residents and members of Living Lord Lutheran Church. Under the direction of Debbie Kaufmann, the bell choir performed a mixture of sacred, secular, and patriotic music. Click below to hear their rendition to “Beautiful Savior”.
Guests enjoyed playing games at various locations throughout the building where they could also enter raffles for half a dozen gift baskets. The first game was The Price is Right’s Higher/Lower Game using prices from the 1970s. The Movie Match game graded participant’s skill in identifying movies from the 1980s. Traveling into the 1990s, everyone enjoyed playing Wheel of Fortune. Music trivia was the game in the Chapel where the dietary department provided a delicious array of appetizers.
From fun and games to tours to wonderful food, everyone had a great time celebrating Shepherd of the Valley’s 40th Anniversary of Caring.
Valley Legacy Nominees Announced
Congratulations to the nominees for this year’s Valley Legacy Awards. Twenty-nine nominations were received from across Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana Counties.
The nominees for the Class of 2012 are…
Outstanding Senior Award
Diana Bauman
Lock P. Beachum, Sr.
Carol Bigelow
Ron Borngesser
Linda & Marlene Caldwell
Shirley Combs
Ronald & Dodie George
Ann Grhim
George Grim
Ruth Jean Hawkins
James E. Herriman
Shirley & William Kohuth
Marian Lipp
Penny Lippiatt
Donald J. Marsco
Henry Nemenz
Jean Parke
Beverly Poidmore Pariza
Anne Schweinfurth
Vincent E. Schuyler
SaritaTate
Ruth Telford
Lana VanAuker
Sally Wehmer
John Wolboldt
Outstanding Advocate for Seniors Award
Thomas E. Albani, Jr., MD
Becky Borman
David Mirkin
Vincent E. Schuyler
Sarita Tate
Charles Wilkins, MD
Bios and photographs will be posted to the website and the Valley Legacy Facebook page beginning August 22.
The nominees will be honored and award recipients announced at the Valley Legacy Awards Luncheon on October 11th, 2012, Avion on the Water Banquet Center, Canfield. Invitations will be available after September 1. To be added to the invitation list, contact Lynn Miller at LMiller@ShepherdoftheValley.com or 330-530-4038, ext. 2057.
Celebrating 1,205 Birthdays!
Some people celebrate 40, 75, or even 100 birthdays. At Shepherd of the Valley in Howland, they celebrated 1,205 of them!
On July 25th, twelve residents ranging in age from 98 to 105 were celebrated in style. Eight centenarians, six of whom continue to live independently in the Howland condos and two of which are a long-married couple, were presented with corsages and kudos. Four “youngsters”, aged 98 and 99, were also celebrated.
The Golden Memories Recognition Event included music by The Jim Frank Trio, refreshments, and of course, a flaming birthday cake!!
Visit the WKBN website for a great story on the event or go to the Tribune website and read Bob Coupland’s story, Marking Milestones.
Honoring Mom
“HOWDY!” the brass plaque on the rockers welcomes everyone to sit and rock a spell. Ed Johnson and his sister Jean Davis recently donated two rockers in memory of their mother, Sally Johnson, for Shepherd of the Valley-Niles’ “front porch”. They said the chairs needed to say “Howdy” because it reflected their mother’s spirit.
“Mom greeted everyone with a ‘howdy’,” son Ed shared. He and Jean explained that the gift was commensurate with their mother’s philosophy, which they wanted to memorialize. “She was a giving person who came from a generation where you sat on the porch and visited with family and neighbors.”
Thanks to their donation, residents and staff can remember this remarkable, kind, and generous woman while they sit and rock a spell.
Sally Johnson always said she attributed her long life and good health to hard work. Mrs. Johnson experienced a great deal in nearly 103 years; the horrific flu pandemic of 1918, WWI, women gaining the right to vote, the invention of the automobile, the Great Depression, “talkies”, WWII, the Korean War, Vietnam, television, men on the moon, and the Internet, all while raising 16 children…eight her husband brought into the marriage, two of her own, and six they had together!
Besides raising this large family, during WWII Sally, her daughter Helen, and several neighbors traveled to Abington, VA, six days a week to load military shells for the Navy. She remembered receiving Gas Ration stamps since she worked for the war effort. “We gave them to Blanche Miller to keep gasoline in the car so we could make the trip to our job,” she related.
At the age of 43, she and her family moved to Ohio. Sally worked in several occupations including a press operator in a local laundry and as “house mom” at her son-in-law Ray’s rooming house in Warren.
“She lived on her own until she was 97,” Ed shared with a smile. “So many people have their kids telling them ‘it’s time to move’ and it’s a hard sell. Mom made the decision to move to a senior apartment on her own. From there she moved to assisted living and then to Amaryllis Avenue in the nursing center at Shepherd Niles.”
“She loved the staff and enjoyed living at Shepherd,” Jean added. “We enjoyed everything at Shepherd.”
For more information, contact Rick Mattix, Associate Director, at 330-544-0771, x2802, or via email at RMattix@ShepherdoftheValley.com.
With Associate Director Rick Mattix, Jean Davis and Ed Johnson enjoy the rockers they donated in celebration of their mother Sally's memory.
Riding The Wild Cat
Whee!!! Buster Scott and his grandchildren, Mya Scott, Caleb Scott and Peyton Klien, take a wild ride on the Wild Cat during the Poland Celebration for Shepherd of the Valley’s 40 Years of Caring.
On July 15, the Poland staff, residents, family, and visitors took a trip back in time to “Revisit Idora Park” when the first floor turned into Idora Park. Admission tickets were “sold” at the door. The dining room became the Idora Ballroom, mirrored ball and original carousel music included. Then there was the root beer in the Crazy Horse Saloon, Idora fries and funnel cakes, games, and the memorabilia room…
The most popular “ride” was a reproduction of an Idora Wild Cat roller coaster car built by the maintenance staff. Everyone wanted their photo taken, arms waving in the air.
“Everyone had a great time,” exclaimed Kelly Stansloski, SOV-Poland Associate Director. “The staff put in a huge amount of time to create our ‘Idora Park’ and the residents have loved sharing their memories of Idora with us. It was a thrill to see how much people enjoyed everything, especially the Wild Cat.”
For additional information, call Kelly Stansloski, Associate Director, Shepherd of the Valley-Poland, at 330-726-7110, ext. 0.
Boardman Celebration a Trip to 1972
It started with the Stutz automobile at the front entry. Long, beautiful, and red!
When you entered the building, commercials and TV show promos greeted you. Remember the American Tourister commercial with the gorilla or the poor guy who opened his medicine cabinet only to find another guy touting the benefits of Right Guard deodorant on the other side?
The private dining room was filled with toys (inchworm, inchworm) and record albums. Everyone enjoyed looking through them and commenting on the artists (Barry Manilow and Shawn Cassidy were favorites).
Staff got into the swing of things, wearing buttons declaring their age in 1972. Numbers ranged from the mid-thirties to a -20, those not yet born in 1972 all sporting minus signs!
There were a number of fun activities for those who attended. A photo booth provided an opportunity to “dress up” and get a photo souvenir of the day. The 1972 trivia contest took people on a tour through the building. A DJ spun tunes from the Top 100 of 1972. Finally, “when the hungries hit”, they hit the Red Barn. Barn Buster burgers, fries, and an apple turnover were served in the dining room.
Happy Anniversary to Shepherd of the Valley from the staff!!
A great time was had by all, with everyone wishing Shepherd of the Valley a Happy 40th Anniversary!!!
It Was a Great Party!
We’re Celebrating 40 Years of Caring!
This year, we’re celebrating our 40th anniversary; “40 Years of Caring”. Over the summer we will host celebrations at each of our communities. Our Niles community kicked off the celebrations in May, followed in June at our Boardman community. Please come and celebrate with us:
July 15, 1-4pm - Poland Campus (301 W. Western Reserve Road, Poland) invites you to “Revisit Idora Park”. For more information, click here to download a poster or click on the poster image below.
August 19, 1-4pm - Howland Campus (4100 North River Road, NE, Warren). Watch for more information.
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A Navy Pilot’s Dream
On May 11th, 87 year old Joe Briganti, a retired United States Navy Flight Instructor, finally got his wings and back on a plane.
During WWII, Joe flew SNJ single engine planes for the Navy. He was 18 years old when he enlisted and his last flight was in 1947. “Being up in the air is very quiet and peaceful to me,” he explained, “the only thing you hear is the engine of the plane and if you didn’t hear that you knew you were in trouble. Just talking about flying again puts a smile on my face and reminds me of the good old days in the Navy.”
Joe has talked about how he loved flying and being in the Navy; teaching new pilots about the planes and how to fly in all kinds of situations and weather. Being an instructor also kept him state-side longer and out of the “shooting war”.
His son, Joe Jr., stated that while Joe still had his flight gear, goggles, and log book, he was missing his pilot wings. The Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman staff, with the help of Major Brent Davis and the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna, has worked to make Joe’s dream of getting back onto a plane come true.
At 12:00pm on May 11th, Joe’s dream was granted. He and hs son had lunch at the 910th Airlift Wing Community Activity Center and then toured a C-130 aircraft. Members of the Reserve Station presented him with a certificate of service and an honorary set of Air Force wings.
“They are our heritage. The legacy that they have handed down to us we try to honor and continue to the best of our ability and we have to get these guys out here and let the young guys see them and know where our heritage came from,” said Lt. Col. Donald Milliken, squad commander of the 773rd Airlift Squad.
Joe was accompanied by his son and staff from Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman (7148 West Blvd, Boardman)
After 62 Years, It’s Still Love
Marilyn Barnhart has made Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman her home for the past two years. During that time, she hasn’t able to make a home cooked meal for her husband, Don. Many people take home cooked meals for granted, but when getting into the kitchen isn’t as easy as it used to be, making a meal for loved ones becomes even more special.
On April 26th, the Boardman staff helped Marilyn get back into the kitchen. Marilyn’s daughter got Dad out of the house for the surprise while Marilyn cooked his favorite meal: fried chicken, baked potatoes, applesauce, green beans, and chocolate pie. Click here to see WKBN’s coverage of this very special dinner.