Candy Ramirez – Dining Team

Start Date: August 2011
Born: Floydada, Texas
Raised: Midland, Texas
Favorite Sport: NBA Basketball and NFL Football
Described by Friends: Passionate about what I do and always try to do the right thing.
Hobbies: Cooking
First Job: Feeding Calves at a Dairy Farm
Family Recipe: Green Chicken Enchiladas
Family: Four Children and Eight Grandchilden
What her supervisor says: “Candy always goes out of her way to ensure the employees are well taken care of, she truly cares for those she serves.” – Richard Applegate, Food Service Director

John Rodriguez – Healthcare Team

Start Date: February 2025
Born and Raised: Sapulpa, Oklahoma
Education: Pursuing Business Degree at Rogers State University
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse
Favorite Sport: Football
Hobbies: Fishing and Boating
First Job: Burgers N More in Sapulpa
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Book: The Testament by John Grisham
Motivated By: My Family and I Want to be the Best Possible Version of Myself.
Free Time: Fishing and Spending Time with Family
Family: Married with Three Children
What his supervisor says: “John lives out the Trinity Woods mission and our culture of courtesy through
his exceptional dedication and unwavering willingness to help wherever it’s needed. He handles resident
assessments for the Health Center, yet he consistently goes above and beyond—offering assistance across the community. Before leaving each day, he makes a point to check in from office to office, quietly ensuring that everyone has the support they need. Through his selfless service and steadfast commitment, John has made our work easier, our days smoother, and our community stronger, truly serving in the spirit of Christ.” ~ Emilie Creswell, VP of Health Services

Julie Clemons – Wellness Team

Start Date: October 2018
Born: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Raised: Los Angeles, CA
Education: Rogers State University
Wanted to be as a Kid: Broadcast Journalist
Favorite Sport: Basketball – Go Lakers!
Described by Friends: Lights Up A Room
First Job: File Clerk at a Law Office
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Quote: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never
forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
First Car: Ford Pinto
Favorite Movie: O Brother Where Art Thou
Favorite Book: Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Family: Mom of Two Children
What her supervisor says: “Julie truly embodies the Energizer Bunny: “still going.” She is non-stop energy. Julie is an indispensable member of the Wellness Team and a tremendous asset to the entire Trinity Woods community. Julie consistently balances multiple responsibilities with grace and efficiency, delivering excellent results across the board. We are fortunate to have her on our team.” – Weldon Tisdale, VP of Wellness

Lori Johnson – Wellness Team

Start Date: April 2011
Born and Raised: Dixon, Nebraska
Education: Northeast Technical Community College and Grace
College of the Bibles
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse
One Meal Forever: Steak and Loaded Potato
Described by Friends: Giving, Kind, and Caring
Hobbies: Reading, Singing and Sewing
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Quote: Stay Strong, Choose Joy, I’ll See You Tomorrow
Family Recipe: Baked Steak and Buttermilk Bars Spritz Cookies
Favorite Book: Nancy Drew Series
Collects: Teacups and Tea Pots
Free Time: Family Time and Singing on Worship Team Fun Fact: Has Sang in Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
What her supervisor says: “Lori is a dedicated, tireless coordinator and caregiver who serves in the spirit of Christ. Two words people use to describe are diligent and caring. Lori frequently goes above and beyond to create engaging, informative, and exciting activities for residents. She is always available, responsive, and genuinely helpful.” – Weldon Tisdale, VP of Wellness and Chaplain

Ashley Brown – Dining Team

Start Date: June 2012
Born: Muskogee, Oklahoma
Raised: Warner, Oklahoma
Education: Warner High School
Wanted to be as a Kid: Police Officer
Favorite Sport: Football and Basketball
One Meal Forever: Fried Catfish
Described by Friends: Happy, Helpful and Loving Hobbies: Shopping!
First Job: Childcare Worker
Favorite Holiday: Christmas and Easter
Favorite Bible Verse: ‘Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalms 91:1
Family Recipe: Mom’s Peach Cobbler
Favorite Movie: Home Alone
Favorite Book: Bible
Free Time: Going to Church
Family: One Daughter
What her supervisor says: “Ashley is a joy to work with, always a smile on her face. She is so caring and compassionate in what she does for our residents.” – Stacy Pine, Dining Supervisor

Jacob Boles – Housekeeping Team

Start Date: April 2025
Born and Raised: Claremore, OK
Education: Nathan Hale High School
Wanted to be as a Kid: A Soldier
Favorite Sport: Baseball
One Meal Forever: Spaghetti
Described by Friends: Very Approachable Person
Hobbies: Video Games and Hunting
First Job: Cinemark
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Quote: Keep Putting One Foot in Front of the Other.
Favorite Movie: The Hobbit
Favorite Book: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury
Collects: Coins and Unique Rocks
Free Time: Enjoys Annoying his Younger Sister
Fun Fact: Snacks on Jalapeno Peppers
What his supervisor says: “Jacob is a hard worker. He is quiet and a little shy, but always willing to help where needed. We are glad he is on our team.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager

Dee James, LPN – Holliman Center

Start Date: October 2013
Born and Raised: Muskogee, OK
Education: NSU and Bacone College
Wanted to be as a Kid: Doctor
Favorite Sport: Basketball
One Meal Forever: Fried Potatoes and Onions
Described by Friends: Very Helpful and Active
Hobbies: Reading, Listening to Music and Shopping
First Job: Cashier at a Grocery Store
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Quote: “I can only do what I can do and Lord give me strength.”
Family Recipe: Meatloaf
Favorite Movie: All Hallmark movies!
Collects: Angels
Free Time: Spending Time with Family
What her supervisor says: “When Dee’s around, you can feel it. She’s full of energy, always moving, and keeps everyone laughing. No matter how busy things get, she’s right there jumping in. Dee brings so much heart to our team and to our residents, we’re lucky to have her!” – Britani Chappell, Director

Stephanie Lieb – Dining Team

Start Date: May 2017
Born: Torrance, California
Raised: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Education: Will Rogers High School and Community Care College
Wanted to be as a Kid: Veterinarian
Favorite Sport: Watching Football
One Meal Forever: Steak and Baked Potato
Described by Friends: Loyal, Motivated, and Funny
Hobbies: Crafts
First Job: Dietary Aide
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Quote: “Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts” – Winston Churchill
Family Recipe: Great Grandma’s Baked Beans
Favorite Movie: Dirty Dancing
Favorite Book: Where The Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls
Fun Fact: She Has A Twin Brother
Family: Married with Four Boys
What her supervisor says: “Stephanie is great to work with. She is passionate about what she does and works hard to provide exceptional service.” – Richard Applegate, Director of Food & Beverage

Patsy Miller – Housekeeping

Start Date: February 2025
Born and Raised: Tulsa, OK
Favorite Sport: Football
One Meal Forever: Loaded Baked Potato
Hobbies: Gardening and Quilting
First Job: Custodian at Claremore Jr. High
Favorite Holiday: Easter
Favorite Bible Verse: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Philippians 4:13
Family Recipe: Mom’s Pot Roast
Favorite Movie: Penny Serenade
Favorite Book: Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret by Judy Blume
Free Time: Spending Time with my Family
Fun Fact: Enjoys Working on Cars
Family: Married with Four Children and Two Grandchildren What her supervisor says: “Patsy does a wonderful job cleaning for her members. She makes them very happy, and they let me know how wonderful she is. She fit in with the team very quickly and quickly became a wonderful asset to
our department. She is very dependable and a conscientious worker who wants to please the people she cleans for.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Manager

Asia Barnes – Housekeeping

» Start Date: August 2024
» Born and Raised: St. Louis, Missouri
» Education: Cleveland NJROTC
» Wanted to be as a Kid: Basketball Player
» Favorite Sport: Basketball
» One Meal Forever: Catfish and Spaghetti
» Described by Friends: Honest and Emotionally Supportive
» Hobbies: Dancing, Singing, Poetry and DJing
» First Job: Scott Joplin House State Historic Site
» Favorite Holiday: Valentine’s Day
» Favorite Bible Verse: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not
be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
» Family Recipe: Pineapple Upside Down Cake
» Favorite Movie: The Best Man
» Favorite Book: Bruised, But Not Broken
» Motivated By: Knowing someone will appreciate my work.
» Free Time: Spending time with loved ones and sleeping.
» Fun Fact: Trained for the Marine Corps
» What her supervisor says: “Asia is a conscientious, hard worker. She always puts her best foot
forward when doing any task (and when she is dancing down the hall.) She is always willing to
help where needed without complaint. She is an asset to the housekeeping team.” – Cathy Green, Housekeeping Supervisor

Jerry Lepore, Maintenance

» Start Date: November 2024
» Born: Trenton, New Jersey
» Raised: Las Vegas, Nevada
» Favorite Sport: Football
» One Meal Forever: Seafood
» Described by Friends: Loyal
» Hobbies: Legos, Watching Sports, Fishing
» First Job: Working Construction
» Favorite Holiday: Christmas
» First Car: 1973 Volkswagen Bug
» Family Recipe: Spaghetti Sauce
» Favorite Movie: The Sharknado
» Collects: New York Giants Memorabilia
» Free Time: Spending Time with my Wife
» What his supervisor says: “Jerry has a fantastic outlook for Trinity Woods. He knows his skills and
abilities and uses them to bring out the best of all of our buildings, inside and out. His personality and
character matches very well with Trinity Woods’ core values and he has a heart for the members and the
employees. I enjoy working with him on a daily basis very much.” – Ty Westlake, Facilities Manager

Mark Caymo, Dining Team

» Start Date: July 2019
» Born and Raised: Philippines
» Wanted to be as a Kid: Soldier
» Favorite Sport: Basketball
» Described by Friends: Quiet and Kind
» Hobbies: Watching Television
» First Job: Driver for Government
» Favorite Holiday: Christmas
» Favorite Bible Verse: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23
» Family Recipe: Chicken and Pork Adobo
» Free Time: Enjoys Cooking
» What his supervisor says: “Mark is a self-starter who needs little oversight. He regularly goes above and beyond his basic job duties, and he is a pleasure to work with.” – Tom Farrell, Executive Chef

Ann Pierce, Dining Team

Start Date: January 2023
» Born: Jackson, Mississippi
» Raised: Tulsa, OK
» Education: Brown Mackie College
» Wanted to be as a Kid: Caregiver
» Favorite Sport: Basketball
» Hobbies: Music, Church, Family
» Free Time: Spending time with family and relaxing to music
» Family: Married with two children
» What her supervisor says: “Ann is amazing! She’s a pleasure to work with, and we’re blessed to have
her here!” – Latasha Grundy, Dining Supervisor

Rosetta Davis, LPN – Health Care

Start Date: March 2014
Born: Liberia, West Africa
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse
Favorite Sport: Ludu
Described by Friends: Dependable, Calm, Composed Under Pressure
First Job: CNA
Favorite Holiday: New Year’s Eve
Favorite Quote or Bible Verse: “Give thanks in all
circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Family Recipe: Jollof Rice
Favorite Movie: Black Panther
Favorite Book: Things Fall Apart by Chinaua Achebe
Collects: Photos of Family and Friends and Memories
Family: Married with Two Children
Fun Fact: Holds a Degree in Public Health
Motivated By: Being Valued and Respected
What her supervisor says: “Rosetta’s dedication to the residents shines through in everything she does, making her a truly exceptional employee. Her genuine care and compassion are evident in her skilled nursing and her proactive approach to learning and applying new concepts. This commitment to our mission of serving the Trinity Woods family in the spirit of Christ directly enhances the
well-being and comfort of every resident she serves.” – Emilie Creswell, VP of Health Services

Melissa Dimanochie, CMA – Memory Care Assisted Living

Start Date: July 2016
Born: Mississippi
Raised: Killeen, Texas
Wanted to be as a Kid: Nurse
One Meal Forever: Chicken
Described by Friends: Funny and Dependable
Hobbies: Reading and Traveling
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Bible Verse: “If God is with her, she will not fail” Psalms 46:5
Family Recipe: Chili
Favorite Movie: The Color Purple
Favorite Book: The Coldest Winter Ever by Sister Souljah
Collects: Books (Urban Fiction)
Motivated By: My Family and the People I Care For Daily
Free Time: Love Cruising
Fun Fact: She Is A Homebody
Family: Engaged with 5 Children
What her supervisor says: “Melissa is a dedicated and caring employee who consistently goes above and beyond to support her team and ensure the success of every project she undertakes. Her strong work ethic and attention to detail make her a reliable and trustworthy professional, while her deep knowledge in her field allows her to solve problems efficiently and contribute valuable insights. Always willing to
lend a hand or share her expertise, Melissa creates a positive work environment where collaboration and growth thrive. Her commitment to excellence and genuine care for her residents and fellow colleagues make her an indispensable asset to any organization.” Aaron Stuart, Memory Care Household Manager

Stacy Vance, Spa Coordinator Wellness Team

Start Date: October 2019
Born: Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
Raised: Tulsa, OK
Education: Licensed Cosmetologist
Wanted to be as a Kid: Professional Roller Skater
Favorite Sport: Soccer
One Meal Forever: Tacos
Described by Friends: Funny and Caring
First Job: The Gap
Favorite Holiday: Christmas
Favorite Bible Verse: And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, we who have been called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28
Family Recipe: Grandmother’s Red Velvet Cake
Favorite Movie: Pretty In Pink
Favorite Book: Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
Collects: Shoes!
Free Time: Spending Time with Friends and Family
Fun Fact: Loves Scary Movies!
What her supervisor says: “Stacy is a valued member of the Wellness Team. Her role is pivotal to the well-being of our members. I refer to her as the “smooth operator” because she keeps the Tranquility Wellness Spa running smoothly and goes above and beyond to ensure that all who enter are well cared for.” – Weldon Tisdale, Interim Wellness Director

Breon Reed – Dining Team

Start Date: July 2024
Born: Muskogee, OK
Wanted to be as a Kid: R&B Singer
Favorite Sport: Football
One Meal Forever: Catfish
Described by Friends: Laid Back
Hobbies: Fishing and Shopping
First Job: Long John Silvers
Favorite Holiday: Thanksgiving
Favorite Bible Verse: “The Lord is my shepherd.” Psalm 23
Family Recipe: Dressing
Favorite Car: Cadillac
Free Time: Relaxing
Fun Fact: Sings just like Chris Brown

What his supervisor says:
“Breon is truly a delight to work with. He is always upbeat and positive, a real asset to the team.”
– Liz Misak, Dietary Manager