Legacy's Centenarians: The Life Story of Bueris Crumpton Ms. Bueris Crumpton was born in Mitchell County, Georgia, and raised in Cook County. Growing up during a time when high school education only went up to the 11th grade, she completed her schooling before marrying the love of her life, Woodrow Crumpton. Mr. Woodrow served our [...]
Legacy's Centenarians: The Life Story of Joe Cantrell During WWII, Joe enlisted as a medic in the army and saw active duty. Although one of the hardest things he’d done, he is proud to have fought for his country. After the war, Joe met and married the love of his life, Hazel. They had one [...]
Legacy's Centenarians: The Life Story of Ethel Shelton Ethel Shelton was born on October 2, 1921 and remembers her childhood being impacted by the Great Depression and then WII. Ethel and her two sisters grew up in New Jersey just across the river from Philadelphia. She loved to sing and fondly remembers her high school [...]
Legacy's Centenarians: The Life Story of Pearl Collins Pearl Collins was born into a farming family on December 24, 1916, in Valdosta, Georgia. Growing up in the countryside, her parents and siblings were her entire world. She completed all her K-12 education at Clyattville School. Pearl remembers attending church just once a month, as the [...]
Bob Kruse - NFL Player, Wrestler and Teacher Legacy Village of Murrells Inlet recognizes resident and former NFL player, Bob Kruse, for his years of hard work and commitment in his football career. Kruse spent 9 years playing college and professional football for a variety of teams, including the Oakland Raiders when they played in [...]
National Assisted Living Week: Embracing the Care and Community of Assisted Living National Assisted Living Week, celebrated each September, is a week dedicated to honoring the compassionate care provided by staff and the vibrant lives led by residents. There are many reasons why joining an assisted living community is the right choice for seniors, and [...]
Honoring a Lifetime of Labor Labor Day is a time to recognize the contributions of workers across the nation, but it is also an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and wisdom of senior citizens who have spent decades shaping our communities and industries. For many seniors, Labor Day is more than just a long weekend; [...]
We Honor Our Elders and Their Legacy Senior Citizens Day, celebrated on August 21st, was established by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to raise awareness about issues affecting older adults and recognize their achievements. It encourages us to acknowledge their hard work, resilience, and the significant roles they play [...]
Jerry Apps – Historian, Writer, Teacher Jerry Apps photographed October 6, 2013 on his Waushara County farm. Born and raised on a farm in Wild Rose, Wisconsin, Jerry Apps has spent his life deeply rooted in the world of agriculture and local history. About to celebrate his 90th birthday on July 25, Jerry [...]
Celebrating Independence Day with Our Senior Citizens Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash Independence Day is a time to reflect on our nation's history and the values of freedom and independence that define the United States. As we enjoy fireworks, parades, and family gatherings, it's also an excellent opportunity to honor the senior citizens in [...]
