Micah White, LPN, Health Center

Start Date: August 2018
Born: Tulsa , OK
Raised: ATA College, Tulsa, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: Fireman
Favorite Sport: Swimming and Soccer
One Meal Forever: Chicken Alfredo with Salad
Described by Friends: Sweet and Kind-Hearted
Hobbies: Crafting, Camping and Fishing
Favorite Quote: Treat others the way you want to be treated and never end a day being mad.
Family Recipe: Mom’s Lasagna
Favorite Movie: The Notebook
Favorite Book: Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Collects: Antique Lamps
Family: Married for 15 years with Four Children
What her supervisor says: “Micah is very loving and very caring. Our residents and their families truly appreciate her kindness and how she approaches her daily tasks.” – Harriet Zavala, Household Manager

Jacob Dill, Maintenance

Start Date: March 2019
Born and Raised: Sapulpa, OK
Education: Sapulpa High School
Wanted to be as a Kid: Fisherman
Favorite Sport: College Football
One Meal Forever: Steak
Described by Friends: Funny and Caring
Hobbies: Hunting, Fishing and Camping
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Quote: “Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.”
Family Recipe: Cherry Blob
Favorite Movie: The Great Outdoors
Collects: Rocks
Motivated By: My Family
Family: Married for 2.5 Years
What his supervisor says: “Jacob came to Trinity Woods shortly after graduating high school. It has been
awesome to see him mature into a young man who has a true passion for taking care of the members here.” – Ty Westlake, Facilities Manager

Rhoda Robinson, CNA – Health Center

Start Date: March 2019
Born: Tulsa, OK
Raised: Porter, OK
Education: TulsaTech
Wanted to be as a Kid: Dance Coordinator
One Meal Forever: Anything Seafood
Described by Friends: Strong, Independent and Kind
First Job: Luby’s Cafeteria
Favorite Holiday: New Year’s Day
Favorite Quote or Bible Verse: “do to others what you would have them do to you” – Matthew 7:12
Family Recipe: Grandma’s Cornbread Dressing
Favorite Movie: The Color Purple
Favorite Book: The Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyers
Collects: Antiques
Free Time: Riding my Bike
Fun Fact: Loves the Water but Cannot Swim
What her supervisor says: “Rhoda shows extreme dedication to our elders, always with a bright shining
smile. Our elders love her, and we are lucky to have her on our team.” – Rachel Shepherd, Household Manager

Dwayne Crawley, Housekeeping Team

Start Date: April 2024
Born: Mississippi
Raised: Tulsa, OK
Education: McClain High School and Newburgh Seminary
Wanted to be as a Kid: Radio DJ
Favorite Sport: Loves to Watch Wrestling and Boxing
One Meal Forever: Hamburger
Described by Friends: Joyful
Hobbies: Reading, Music and Movies
First Job: Bus Boy at the Camelot Hotel
Favorite Holiday: Mother’s Day
Favorite Quote: “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.”
Family Recipe: Red Beans and Rice
Collects: Prince Albums
Fun Fact: He was an award nominated country music DJ for eight years.
What his supervisor says: “Dwayne always has a kind word to say, a hand to help and a big smile for
everyone. His work ethic and dedication to his job speaks for itself. We all need a Dwayne on our
team!” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager

Kristi Hinesley, Sales Team

Start Date: December 2021
Born and Raised: Broken Arrow, OK
Education: Oklahoma State University
Wanted to be as a Kid: Writer
Favorite Sports: Basketball, Golf and Football
One Meal Forever: Enchiladas
Described by Friends: Quirky, Loyal and Competitive
Hobbies: Running, Cooking, Reading and Golf
First Job: Babysitting
Bible Verse: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” John 3:16
Family Recipe: Chocolate Gravy and Biscuits
Favorite Movie: Wizard of Oz
Collects: Hello Kitty
Fun Fact: She has never lost a game of skee ball – ever!
Family: Married with four children
What her supervisor says: “Kristi has a positive attitude and has so much compassion for the people
she meets and works with. She truly wants each person to find the right place for them during the sales process. Trinity Woods is lucky to have her on the sales team.” – Bonnie Polak, VP of Philanthropy and Community Relations

Amber Crabtree, Housekeeping

Start Date: August 2022
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: Photographer
Favorite Sports: Football and Basketball
One Meal Forever: Street Tacos
Described by Friends: Loving and Caring
Hobbies: Spending Time with Family
First Job: McDonalds
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Family Recipe: Homemade Dinner Rolls
First Car: Kia Optima
Collects: Angels and Crosses
Motivated By: My kids
Free Time: Swimming, Bowling, and Camping
What her supervisor says: “Amber comes in everyday with a big smile on her face. She is always willing to help wherever she is needed without hesitation. We get many compliments from the members she serves. She genuinely enjoys her job and is an asset to the housekeeping team.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager

Adrienne Rider, Weekend Concierge

» Start Date: February 2024
» Born: Purcell, OK
» Raised: Oklahoma and Texas
» Education: San Angelo, TX
» Wanted to be as a Kid: A Teacher
» Favorite Sport: Softball
» One Meal Forever: Steak and Potatoes
» Described by Friends: Outgoing, Friendly, Helpful and Direct
» Hobbies: Reading!
» First Job: Babysitting
» Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
» Favorite Quote: This too shall pass.
» Family Car: 1976 Pinto – Orange and White
» Family Recipe: Mom’s Chocolate Cake
» Favorite Book: Goodnight Moon
» Free Time: Reading and playing with granddaughter
» Family: Two-time Cancer Survivor of 20 years!
» What her supervisor says: “Adrienne is a fantastic employee who not only shows up but also steps
up, solving problems with creativity, kindness, and dedication. She is a blessing to everyone she comes
in contact with, including our Members, visitors to campus and employees.” – Carri Matheson, Director of
Member Services

Cynthia Pettigrew, CNA
Health Center

» Start Date: February 2016
» Born and Raised: Tulsa, Oklahoma
» Education: Nathan Hale High School
» Wanted to be as a Kid: Dentist
» One Meal Forever: Chicken
» Described by Friends: Caring and Fun
» Hobbies: Reading Magazines and Spending Time with Grandchildren
» First Job: Braums
» Favorite Bible Verse: “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Isiah 40:29 NIV
» First Car: Trans Am
» Family Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie
» Favorite Movie: The Help
» Collects: Candles
» Family: Married with four Children
» What her supervisor says: “Cynthia is loved by elders and family and puts forward her best everyday.” –
Harriet Zavala, Household Manager

Leslie Sones, CMA, Health Center

Start Date: July 2022
Education: Edison High School and Tulsa Community College
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse
Favorite Sport: Football
One Meal Forever: Tacos!
Described by Friends: That she looks serious but is funny.
Hobbies: Reading and Writing Poetry
First Job: Kentucky Fried Chicken
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Bible Verse: “When a man’s ways please the
LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.” Proverbs 16:7
Family Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie
Favorite Movie: Waiting to Exhale
Favorite Book: The Babysitters Club series by Ann M. Martin
Collects: Coffee Mugs
Free Time: Spending time with grandkids
Fun Fact: She has a fear of mermaids
Family: Mother of four children
What her supervisor says: “Lesile is very caring to elders and staff. Is always willing to help out.” – Harriett Zavala, Household Manager

Sandra Price – Dietary Aide

Start Date: December 2010
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: Fire Fighter
Favorite Sport: Hopscotch
One Meal Forever: Pork Chops and Cabbage
Described by Friends: Nice, Kind and Giving
Hobbies: Watching Movies
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Bible Verse: “Honor your mother and father.”
Family Recipe: Sweet Potato Pie
Favorite Book: Bible
Collects: Old Coins
Free Time: Watching grandkids.
Fun Fact: I like to have fun and play jokes!
What her supervisor says: “Sandra is always kind and compassionate with the members. She is willing to help staff and members daily. She is a pleasure to have on the Dietary Team and dependable.” – Liz Misak, Dietary Manager

Cecelia Moti, LPN, Health Center

Start Date: June 2022
Born and Raised: The countryside of Kenya
Wanted to be as a Kid: Police Officer
Favorite Sport: Field Hockey
One Meal Forever: Corn and Beans and Mashed Potatoes
Described by Friends: A good storyteller.
First Job: Teacher
Motivation: My 3 a.m. calls with my mother who reassures me that I’m at the right place, at the right time, with the right people, and to always pray.
Favorite Movie: Gran Torino
Favorite Book: The River and the Source by Grace Ogolla
Free Time: Play acoustic guitar.
Fun Fact: She is a minimalist and never celebrates birthdays.
Favorite Bible Verse: Be still and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalms 46:10
What her supervisor says: “Compassion, professionalism, and exceptional care – Cecilia embodies the true essence of a caregiver who goes above and beyond for the well-being of our elders here at Trinity Woods.” – Anderson Bambokile, Priddy Harbor Household Manager

Tasha Thomas, CMA, Memory Care Assisted Living Houses

Start Date: August 2023
Born and Raised: Okmulgee, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: Ballerina
Favorite Sport: Track and Field
One Meal Forever: Lasagna
Described by Friends: Goofy and very friendly
Hobbies: Writing Poetry and shopping
Favorite Bible Verse: The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want. Psalms 23
First Car: 1991 Mazda 626
Favorite Movie: Sleepers staring Robert DeNiro
Favorite Book: While My Pretty One Sleeps by Anne Canadeo
Motivated By: Knowing one day someone will care for me and I would like to be treated well.
What her supervisor says: “Tasha is a ‘one of a kind’ employee. She demonstrates all the values of Trinity Woods. She is honest, dependable, kind and is an asset to have on our team.” – Kathy Cloyde, Memory Care Households Manager

Sherrick Sanford, Cook on the Dining Team

Start Date: July 2023
Born and Raised: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Education: Tulsa Technology Center
Wanted to be as a Kid: An Athlete
Favorite Sport: Football, Basketball, Wresting, UFC
One Meal Forever: Breakfast – “A very awesome meal!”
Described by Friends: Words can’t describe Sherrick
Hobbies: Music, Sports and Reading
First Job: Landscaping
Favorite Holiday: Christmas – I love giving gifts!
Family Recipe: Gumbo
Favorite Book: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
Collects: Vinyl Records
What his supervisor says: “Positive and always willing to help staff and members. Sherrick is willing to assists those around him and is very pleasant to work with.” – Ling Pham, Executive Chef

Jessica Definbaugh, LPN – Health Center

Start Date: May 2023
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Education: Tulsa Tech
Wanted to be as a Kid: Police Officer
Favorite Sport: Football
Favorite Team: Philadelphia Eagles
Described by Friends: Outgoing and Funny
First Job: Dietary Aid
Family Recipe: Coconut Chicken Curry
Favorite Movie: The Neverending Story
Motivated By: I love what I do!
Free Time: Enjoys hiking with husband.
Family: Married with five children
What her supervisor says: “Jessica showcases her person-first values daily, setting a great example for her team. Families continue to express their appreciation for the compassion she shows to everyone.” – Jacob Will, VP of Health Services

Vanna Hixson – Wellness Team/ Member Services

Start Date: April 2023
Born and Raised: California
Education: Arkansas Tech University
Wanted to be as a Kid: Fashion Designer
One Meal Forever: Peanut Butter
Described by Friends: Bubbly, Fun and Big Heart
Hobbies: Gardening, Riding Bikes, Bird Watching
Favorite Bible Verse: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:56
Family Recipe: Grandma’s Chocolate Gravy
Favorite Book: Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Collects: Crosses
What her supervisor says: “Vanna is a dedicated member of the Trinity Woods team. She comes in
with a smile and positive attitude every day and strives to fulfill our mission. Vanna has a passion to serve
others and you can see it in the customer service she provides to the residents.” – Carri Matheson, Director of Member Services

Lori Calix, Housekeeping

Start Date: March 2023
Born: Tulsa, OK
Raised: Santa Ana, CA
Education: Career Point College
Wanted to be as a Kid: Health Care Professional
One Meal Forever: Pizza or Cereal
Described by Friends: Kind, sweet and down to earth
First Car: 1994 Dodge Neon
Favorite Movie: Home Alone
Favorite Book: The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
Free Time: Cooking, Dancing and Exercising
Family: One Daughter
What her supervisor says: “Lori has worked at Trinity Woods for nine months and has fit in perfectly. She does a great job and makes the residents she serves very happy. We are glad to have her on our team!” – Cathy Green,

Jennifer Mullenix – Housekeeping

Start Date: January 2023
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Education: Central High School and Platt College
Wanted to be as a Kid: Oceanographer
Favorite Sport: Golf
One Meal Forever: Watermelon
First Job: Bakery Assistant
Family Recipe: Mother’s Homemade Noodles
Favorite Movie: Tombstone
Favorite Book: Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Collects: Rocks
Fun Fact: She is able to do bird calls, mainly duck calls.
Family: Married with one daughter
What her supervisor says: “Jennifer does a fantastic job cleaning in the Health Center. She is very detail oriented and wants to do the job right the first time. I get a lot of compliments on her work. I am very glad to have her on our team!” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager

Lea Ann Sims – Sales Representative

Start Date: March 2023
Born: McKeesport, PA
Raised: Beggs, OK
Education: Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Wanted to be as a Kid: Doctor’s Wife or Farmer
Favorite Sport: Olympics
Hobbies: Reading and Flower Gardening
First Job: Picking pecans in an orchard
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Family Recipe: Mom’s Potato Salad
Favorite Movie: Hope Floats
Favorite Book: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Collects: Rocks or sand from places she travels
Fun Fact: Would like to move to Costa Rica one day
Family: Married for 23 years with one daughter
What her supervisor says: “Lea Ann is a valued member of the Trinity Woods sales teams. She has a passion for helping people find their way to our senior living community. She continually goes above and beyond to help people feel at home here at Trinity Woods.” – Bonnie Polak, VP of Philanthropy and Community Engagement.