Thursday, June 12, 2008

OUR FRIENDS AT FRIENDSHIP MANOR

Charlotte Sheffield, shown here with her antique grand piano, went steady with Brent from August 1956 until the summer of 1957, when she won Miss USA and traveled all over the world. She eventually married the missionary she had been waiting for, Elder Maxfield. After many other girlfriends, Brent eventually married Francine Felt March 16, 1962. Charlotte and I now associate together in the Friendship Branch on 13th East and 5th South in SLC. Brent is currently president of that branch, which is in the Central SLC Utah Stake. Charlotte, sings, collects antiques, has run a costume business for years, and has been a professional actress in many capacities. We're very honored to have her at the branch.
Here I am contratulating Jenny Simson, a tremendous singer who had just performed as guest soloist at the manor's Cole Porter show.
Winnie and Jack are new in the branch. Here they enjoy the Cole Porter program with other residents of Friendship Manor, who are people of all faiths. Winnie possesses a wonderful testimony of the gospel, and has been a dancer all her life.
Connie Teeter, my dearest friend at the manor, sings solo while she accompanies herself at the piano. She won first place at the Utah Veterens talent contest this spring. Congratulations, Connie!
Dwight Kelsey lives in Layton and attends the program. He and Connie have a new and serious relationship. To his right is sweet Floris Gren, in her 80's, who still holds a full-time job! Behind her sits Harriet Bean, my partner when we go to Bountiful Temple once a month. Oh, it's a joy to be with these beautiful saints! We're so blessed to have this calling.
Nancy Dixon, musician, nurse and most compassionate lady, stands proudly with her daughter, Jenny, at the program. Jenny sounds just like Karen Carpenter. Do any of you remember her?
Charlotte Sheffield, Mistress of Ceremonies, leads out in the program.
Millie Barnes, center front, is 94 years old. She is young and spry and a hoot to be around; an inspiration to all. Behind her (in the yellow) is Marilyn Sams, Relief Society President, a very intelligent woman, who gets along with everyone.

1 comment:

Laura said...

Looks like you are having fun at Friendship Manor! Glad you have have so many friends there.