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MCRC's Hall of Fame 2017

Matthew Embry with his grandparents, Shirley and Woody Allen..

Morgantown Care and Rehabilitation Center inducted five recipients into its Hall of Fame Café on Thursday night, at Morgantown Community Church. Inductees included elders Jason Colter (In Memoriam), and Bonnie McKinney, stakeholders Barbara Moore and Phyllis Bratcher, and community member Alice Forgy.


Rev. Derek Cain, MCRC Chaplin and pastor of Salem Baptist Church, served as emcee of the event. Entertainment was provided by Kirk Luckett, on the alto saxophone,and Nick Nelson on the piano.


Jim Green, founder of Building Bridges 4Life, was the guest speaker. He spoke about teamwork and the dedication of the MCRC staff as well as the vision of the parent company, Signature HealthCARE to honor the lives and accomplishments of their residents,  stakeholders, volunteers, and community activists.
According to Green similar ceremonies are happening tonight in over 120 Signature HealthCARE centers across the country. Green stated "MCRC has truly redefined volunteering, “I called it the Shirley Allen’s Army of over 200-plus people that volunteer at MCRC.”
In closing, Green added,“These inductees are my "hometown heroes;" they have made a difference and added value to those around them."

Former MCRC Activities Director and current resident Shirley Allen read the poem, "Hometown Hero”. Former State Representative Woody Allen presented each inductee with a Kentucky Colonel certificate.


MCRC Director Amy Phelps thanked everyone for attending and recognized and thanked the staff. 
"I am humbled to have known, work with, and serve tonight's inductees," said Phelps.
 After the invocation, given by Chaplain Cain, a delicious meal prepared by the Dietary Staff of MCRC was enjoyed by all.
A video presentation about the inductees’ lives and accomplishments was shown during the induction.
  

Alice Forgy

Hands that turn caring into action, touch that turns compassion into comfort, smiles that turn into love.’ Alice Nole Forgy was born on February 14th, 1945 to parents Jesse and Maggie Mae Hill. One of 2 daughters, Alice was born into a life of caring and service. Having lost her sister from viral pneumonia in 1970 Alice was always aware of the fragility of life. Alice spent her young life helping her mom care for others. Always at her mother’s side as she cared for aunts, uncles, grandparents or anyone in need Alice was no stranger to compassion and kindness. Alice attended Morgantown Grade School until 7th grade then moving on to Butler Co. High School for grades 8th through 12th. After graduating Alice applied to Western KY University and attended the 2nd nursing class held at Western, graduating with an Associates of Science degree in Nursing on June 2nd, 1967. She worked for a little while at Ohio Co. Hospital before she came to spend the majority of her career at Lakeview Health Care now known as Morgantown Care & Rehabilitation Center. Alice held the position of charge nurse for 5 years before becoming the Director of Nursing for 26 years. After leaving Lakeview in June 2000 she carried on her nursing career at Leitchfield Health Care and Britthaven Health Care. From 2002 to 2013 Alice was a nurse aide training instructor for Education and Training Resources. She was also a nurse aide training instructor for the American Red Cross and is a BLS instructor for the American Heart Association. Alice was introduced to Jody Forgy on the steps of the band building by a friend and they married on August 18th, 1962. They welcomed into their lives son, Charlie (wife Ayin) and daughter Lana (husband Shane). Since retiring Alice loves spending time with their grandchildren Loren, Robyn, Dillon and Andrew and she states that ‘nothing is better than being a great grandparent.’ Alice has an avid passion for traveling, something she inherited from her dad who loved to travel. She has visited many exotic locales including Thailand, Japan, Cancun, Rome, London, the Holy Land, Greece and Puerto Rico. She loves visiting Arlington Virginia where her son Charlie lives. Alice is a member of the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution), an organization that honors veterans and erects markers for soldiers, the Clara Lee Circle, the Mission Group at First Baptist Church where she has participated in the Shoe Box Program for many years, and has also served as a board member for the Barren River Right to Life, where she attended numerous walks in Washington D.C. to advocate for the program. No stranger to hard work, inspiring others with her dedication, selfless and compassionate, Alice Forgy is a shining example of the best kind of caregiver, leader, and servant you might ever hope to meet.

Honored for: Professional Accomplishments Public Service Leadership, Nurse Aide Training Instructor, DAR Member, Barren River Right to Life Board Member, Nurse for 50 years, Director Of Nursing for 26 years, Member of the Butler Co. Board of Health, BLS instructor for the American Heart Association

Barbara Moore

When you are kind to others it not only changes you, it changes the world. Harald Kushner When anyone mentions the name Barbara Moore the first word that comes to mind is kindness. ‘Barb’ as she is known to friends, is one of the kindest people you will ever meet. Born Barbara Ellen Miller, she came into this world on June 24th, 1971 to parents Ellen and John Miller in Wooster, Ohio. Barb was one of 7 children which included 3 step-brothers and 3 step-sisters. She and her family moved to Butler County Kentucky when she was only 8 years old. Barb is a graduate of Butler County High School and was very active in Beta Club and the Drill Team. Barb was raised in a home where faith and service to others were a way of life. She attended New Liberty Church growing up and often helped with pie auctions and beauty pageants. Barb continues that tradition today raising her family with the same values that were invested in her. Barb is married to Timothy Moore and she has 4 stepchildren, 2 daughters Misty Havens and Jessica Hudson and 2 adopted grandsons Kayden Moore and Ethan Brooks. Barb has many hobbies and when she is not working hard in the dietary department at Morgantown Care & Rehabilitation Center, where she has worked diligently for the last 11 years, she can be found decorating cakes, crafting, crocheting or spending time with her family. Barb has a genuine love for the elders and provides service with a smile. Always willing to jump in and help out, full of laughter and a true joy to be around, Barb is a vital part of our facility.
Honored for: Professional Accomplishments Leadership,Valuable Stakeholder, Active in Church Community, Volunteer, I Care Champion

 

Bonnie McKinney

Winston Churchill said, “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” As a community organizer, Bonnie McKinney made giving to her community a cornerstone of her life for nearly 20 years. Born November 26, 1932, to George B Marshall & Melissa Bell Whitsett Marshall, Bonnie McKinney grew up in Woodbury, Kentucky. She married David Tinsley McKinney September 30, 1950. They settled in Louisville, Kentucky, where their family soon grew with daughter Diane, son David, and daughter Kathy. Life was comfortable, but never easy; the family moved where the work was. In addition to being a full-time mother, Bonnie worked outside of the home as well—in department stores and Mutual of Omaha in Louisville, then at Woolworth’s in Bowling Green when Bonnie & David moved their family back to Woodbury. Bonnie cherished those early years of her young family’s life together. Her adventurous, independent spirit was well-suited to life in the city, and she appreciated the new experiences that accompanied each move to a new home. In 1956, Bonnie joined the newly formed Community Action of Southern Kentucky. Bonnie worked with community partners in six regional counties, including Butler County, to establish and administer community programs. These programs included the Head-Start Program, the Summer Feeding Program, the Gardening Program, and the VISTA work-study program. She found gratification in each small success, knowing that it made someone’s life better. At home, Bonnie enjoyed piano, needlepoint, and cryptograms. Bonnie has been a resident of Morgantown Care & Rehabilitation Center for four years, and she is still giving to her community. She is an active member of elder council, and takes pleasure in most activities. She aspires to institute a community counseling program within MCRC while she is here, and dreams of the day when she will finally see the ocean. For professional accomplishments, public service, and leadership, Bonnie McKinney is gladly welcomed into the Hall of Fame.

Honored for: Professional Accomplishments Public Service Leadership

Jason Colter

‘The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.’ Mahatma Gandhi Ask anyone and they’ll say this statement fits Jason Colter to a ‘T’. Jason Andrew Colter was born on August 20th, 1973, to the late Johnny Colter and Sandra Mae Saunders Colter. Jason was 1 of 3 sons including two brothers, Timmy Colter and Dewayne Colter. He also had a special ‘sister’ Mandy Lykins and although not related by blood they held a very special love for one another. He lived his life in the Butler Co. community and called Woodbury his home. Jason was a 1992 graduate of Butler County High School and while in high school he was very active and served in the FFA. Faith and serving the Lord was ever present on Jason’s heart and he was proud to be a member of Richland Baptist Church. He met the love of his life, Sandy, and they married on March 3rd, 2009 and together they have one son, Chris Colter. Jason had many hobbies. He loved hunting and fishing and spent every available hour with a fishing pole in his hands. His love of the outdoors was not exclusive to these hobbies only. He could often be found mudding in his pickup truck. Gardening and being able to grow beautiful flowers and plants was another of Jason’s passions. Jason was also an avid collector of Case tractors. Ask anyone what was special about Jason and the first answer you will get is ‘He had a heart of gold’. He was always smiling and loved to laugh and make other people laugh. His love for life was contagious. Jason was very active in the Butler Co. community and served on the Butler Co. Rescue Squad and the 5th District Volunteer Fire Department. He spent his life in the service to others and ensuring their safety and well-being. Jason’s love of life extended to animals also and he had a dog named Nessie, who gave him great joy. Sadly, Jason went on to be with the Lord on June 28th, 2017 after a long battle with cancer. During that battle Jason spent time at Morgantown Care & Rehab where he touched the lives of all the staff who had the pleasure to come in contact with him. His legacy will not be forgotten by our community. His memory and the service he provided our community will live in our hearts for years to come.
Honored for: Professional Accomplishments Leadership, Volunteer Firefighter,  Rescue Squad Member,  Avid Gardener & Fisherman

Phyllis Bratcher

Mother Teresa once stated, “I cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to make many ripples.” This very quotation resembles the character of Phyllis Bratcher. Always compassionate and thinking of others, Phyllis was born October 15, 1957 at St. Mary Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, KY to Merieda Beasley and Willard Jones. At a young age the family moved to the small community of Tan yard in Butler County, KY. Phyllis’s mother spent her days working at the Kellwood factory while her father served as a Baptist minister where he led worship at several churches such as Union, Sandy Creek, Carve Rock, and Quality. It was a strong, Christian upbringing that developed Phyllis into the Godly, family-oriented person she is today. To Phyllis, spending time with her family and bringing a smile to someone’s face is what makes her the most happy. Phyllis and her husband are fortunate to share this trait with nine children, twenty-eight grandchildren, one great grandchild, and are excited to soon welcome another addition to their loving family. Phyllis attended school in Ohio County for many years before being awarded her GED at the age of 34. She spent her days working at J&U stiches and McDonald’s before a profession as a certified nursing assistant chose her. Through conversations with fellow Hall of Fame inductee, Alice Forgy, she was encouraged to obtain a position at Morgantown Care and Rehab Center (formerly Lakeview). If you ask a stakeholder or elder to describe Phyllis they find themselves searching for the precise analogy because Phyllis cannot be described in one word. Instead, elders will discuss the memories they share with Phyllis such as looking out their windows to see her home decorated with Christmas lights that she displayed especially for them or sharing stories from their pastimes. Phyllis is one of a kind. Quick to assist without notice, compassionate about those she serves, and hesitant to discuss her individual successes, Phyllis represents the model of a Signature stakeholder. Her achievements as a CNA mentor and iCARE Champion are just a few of the milestones she has accomplished; however, her largest impact are the small ripples that she makes daily that makes her ideal to be inducted into the Signature Hall of Fame.
Honored for: Professional Accomplishments Leadership, Valuable Stakeholder, Active in Church Community, Volunteer iCare Champion

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