OUR BOARD:
The Center is honored to have such a strong and supportive Board of Directors.
Sheri Kovar - President [email protected]
Sheri has a strong background in geriatric care and has been working at the Payson Care Center and Compassus for a combined 11 years. Sheri has been reaching out to seniors, especially those at risk, through various projects including putting together meals on wheels bags and donating cakes for various celebrations, and provides a wealth of resources for geriatric care and help to at-risk seniors. Sheri also has board experience on the Northern Arizona Gerontology Board in Flagstaff and on the Tonto Basin School Board. She is an active fundraiser, community event organizer, Chamber of Commerce Ambassador and budget manager. She would like to use her vast experience and knowledge to help reach out to more seniors who are at risk at home.
Sheri has a strong background in geriatric care and has been working at the Payson Care Center and Compassus for a combined 11 years. Sheri has been reaching out to seniors, especially those at risk, through various projects including putting together meals on wheels bags and donating cakes for various celebrations, and provides a wealth of resources for geriatric care and help to at-risk seniors. Sheri also has board experience on the Northern Arizona Gerontology Board in Flagstaff and on the Tonto Basin School Board. She is an active fundraiser, community event organizer, Chamber of Commerce Ambassador and budget manager. She would like to use her vast experience and knowledge to help reach out to more seniors who are at risk at home.
Robert Walsh - Vice President [email protected]
Robert has been a faithful volunteer as a Meals on Wheels driver for the past 3 years. He plans to continue serving and accomplishing the goal of assisting seniors in achieving and maintaining self-sufficiency with dignity. He has past experience as a crew leader on multiple build projects with Habitat for Humanity in Des Moines, Iowa. Robert also helped to procure millions of dollars in donated goods for the Habitat Restore there. He's a "people person" and loves our community. He's excited to use his skills to help our new building goal become a reality. We are pleased he chose the Senior Center to devote his time and talents to.
Robert has been a faithful volunteer as a Meals on Wheels driver for the past 3 years. He plans to continue serving and accomplishing the goal of assisting seniors in achieving and maintaining self-sufficiency with dignity. He has past experience as a crew leader on multiple build projects with Habitat for Humanity in Des Moines, Iowa. Robert also helped to procure millions of dollars in donated goods for the Habitat Restore there. He's a "people person" and loves our community. He's excited to use his skills to help our new building goal become a reality. We are pleased he chose the Senior Center to devote his time and talents to.
Tom Hatch - Treasurer [email protected]
Tom is motivated to make a positive impact by participating in meaningful causes and caring for the elderly. Tom wants to help make Payson a safe and happy place for seniors to live. Tom has been involved with the Senior Center as a Meals on Wheels volunteer and has helped with setup and take-down for various events at the Center. Tom has been involved as a leader within his church as well as with the Scouts. Tom wants to be a voice for the membership of the Senior Center and wants to help in any way he can to provide the resources need for social and physical well-being of our community’s seniors.
Tom is motivated to make a positive impact by participating in meaningful causes and caring for the elderly. Tom wants to help make Payson a safe and happy place for seniors to live. Tom has been involved with the Senior Center as a Meals on Wheels volunteer and has helped with setup and take-down for various events at the Center. Tom has been involved as a leader within his church as well as with the Scouts. Tom wants to be a voice for the membership of the Senior Center and wants to help in any way he can to provide the resources need for social and physical well-being of our community’s seniors.
Jennifer Foster - Secretary [email protected]
I am a seasoned real estate agent with a strong background in marketing and a distinguished military service record. As a veteran, I bring discipline, dedication, and a strategic approach to every transaction and everything I do in the community. My commitment to the community is evident through my active involvement with my faith-based groups, the local VA, and the Chamber of Commerce, where I serve as a Chamber Ambassador. This role enables me to foster strong community connections, support local businesses, and stay abreast of the latest market trends. Since moving to Payson, I have embraced the beautiful Rim Country of Arizona, where I enjoy fishing, hiking, and camping. I love the sense of community and the welcoming people I have encountered over the past year and a half. Integrity, transparency, and personalized service are the cornerstones of my approach.
I am a seasoned real estate agent with a strong background in marketing and a distinguished military service record. As a veteran, I bring discipline, dedication, and a strategic approach to every transaction and everything I do in the community. My commitment to the community is evident through my active involvement with my faith-based groups, the local VA, and the Chamber of Commerce, where I serve as a Chamber Ambassador. This role enables me to foster strong community connections, support local businesses, and stay abreast of the latest market trends. Since moving to Payson, I have embraced the beautiful Rim Country of Arizona, where I enjoy fishing, hiking, and camping. I love the sense of community and the welcoming people I have encountered over the past year and a half. Integrity, transparency, and personalized service are the cornerstones of my approach.
Connie Jewell [email protected]
I retired as an educator in 2002 after thirty-five years of teaching in grades K-3. I moved to Payson from Silver City, NM 2002 and began volunteering at PSC's Thrift Store in 2002. I was voted on to the Board in 2004. Connie brings wisdom and history to our organization. She is a blessing to those that know her.
"The Payson Senior Center provides a variety of necessary programs for all seniors. I am proud to be a part of the group that has helped to keep the programs available for everyone", Connie explained... and we are proud to have her!
I retired as an educator in 2002 after thirty-five years of teaching in grades K-3. I moved to Payson from Silver City, NM 2002 and began volunteering at PSC's Thrift Store in 2002. I was voted on to the Board in 2004. Connie brings wisdom and history to our organization. She is a blessing to those that know her.
"The Payson Senior Center provides a variety of necessary programs for all seniors. I am proud to be a part of the group that has helped to keep the programs available for everyone", Connie explained... and we are proud to have her!
Bobbe Exe [email protected]
Bobbe is a tremendous advocate for the seniors in our community. She has a passion for our homebound seniors and our mission to assist senior citizens in achieving and maintaining self-sufficiency with dignity and to offer choices of appropriate care by providing a wide range of community and home-based services. Bobbe is working at Avista Senior Living, formerly known as Powell Place, as the Community Sales Director. She has been there 7 years. She has sponsored many events at our Center such as New Members luncheon, Meals on Wheels bags, Ice Cream Socials and Hot Cocoa parties. She is a leader in the Forget Me Not Support Group, has been a Chamber Ambassador and worked with MHA for many years planning the Women's Wellness Community Health Fair. She shares her knowledge of community resources for the low-income population and has great organizational skills. "I am certain serving my seniors has been my calling and I am grateful to be part of the Payson Senior Center Mission."
Bobbe is a tremendous advocate for the seniors in our community. She has a passion for our homebound seniors and our mission to assist senior citizens in achieving and maintaining self-sufficiency with dignity and to offer choices of appropriate care by providing a wide range of community and home-based services. Bobbe is working at Avista Senior Living, formerly known as Powell Place, as the Community Sales Director. She has been there 7 years. She has sponsored many events at our Center such as New Members luncheon, Meals on Wheels bags, Ice Cream Socials and Hot Cocoa parties. She is a leader in the Forget Me Not Support Group, has been a Chamber Ambassador and worked with MHA for many years planning the Women's Wellness Community Health Fair. She shares her knowledge of community resources for the low-income population and has great organizational skills. "I am certain serving my seniors has been my calling and I am grateful to be part of the Payson Senior Center Mission."
Richard Hinkie (Ric) [email protected]
Our seniors are a precious resource that has served us in so many ways over their lives. They deserve our support now. They rely on us to ensure their nutrition and so much more including a sense of connection and community through programs and services. The staff, volunteers and Board are inspired to serve. I would be honored to offer my ideas, expertise and labor to join with the team. As a co-founder of Payson’s Kindness Works for All initiative, Hometown Heroes writer for the Roundup, 6-year Board member for Habitat for Humanity, Big Brother of the Year, Board Chair for a local church, plus 17 years as President of a national safety and education utility and contractor organization and 23-year veteran of the United States Army, I have learned to work with others for the greater good. Thank you for allowing me to be a candidate.
Our seniors are a precious resource that has served us in so many ways over their lives. They deserve our support now. They rely on us to ensure their nutrition and so much more including a sense of connection and community through programs and services. The staff, volunteers and Board are inspired to serve. I would be honored to offer my ideas, expertise and labor to join with the team. As a co-founder of Payson’s Kindness Works for All initiative, Hometown Heroes writer for the Roundup, 6-year Board member for Habitat for Humanity, Big Brother of the Year, Board Chair for a local church, plus 17 years as President of a national safety and education utility and contractor organization and 23-year veteran of the United States Army, I have learned to work with others for the greater good. Thank you for allowing me to be a candidate.
Robert Hershberger [email protected]
I believe in the mission of the Center and would like to participate in its continuing activities. I would like to see the Center successfully transition to its new facilities and believe I would help it to do so. As a past architect and pre-design planner I think I can help the Board in its transition to the new location. I was a member and President of the Board of the Payson Art League for several years, during which we expanded the membership and changed its name to Rim Country Artists to more accurately reflect its mission. I also served on the board of the Friends of Tonto Natural Bridge. I was the Chair of the personnel board at Payson United Methodist Church for several years. When I was Dean of the College of Architecture at the University of Arizona and as Associate Dean at ASU, I served on numerous committees and boards.
I believe in the mission of the Center and would like to participate in its continuing activities. I would like to see the Center successfully transition to its new facilities and believe I would help it to do so. As a past architect and pre-design planner I think I can help the Board in its transition to the new location. I was a member and President of the Board of the Payson Art League for several years, during which we expanded the membership and changed its name to Rim Country Artists to more accurately reflect its mission. I also served on the board of the Friends of Tonto Natural Bridge. I was the Chair of the personnel board at Payson United Methodist Church for several years. When I was Dean of the College of Architecture at the University of Arizona and as Associate Dean at ASU, I served on numerous committees and boards.
Craig Nicholson [email protected]
My first experience in community service was coaching my son’s soccer team for which parents helped. Next I joined the Chandler Kiwanis Club. Our main focus was raising money for the Reading is Fundamental program. I did get elected to the presidency for a short time, then we moved up here the first time. While still living in Chandler in 1997 I joined the Chandler Volunteers in Policing (VIP) program. The area of this program I served in was Victim Assistance. In this we had to take classes on Victimology and Crisis Intervention. We went with officers on their calls to assist the victims’ mental and emotional state, while officers conducted the investigation. During this time, and after, we moved a lot, flipping houses. So, we sat on 3 HOA boards during this time. Where we focused on strengthening the board and weakening the management.
My first experience in community service was coaching my son’s soccer team for which parents helped. Next I joined the Chandler Kiwanis Club. Our main focus was raising money for the Reading is Fundamental program. I did get elected to the presidency for a short time, then we moved up here the first time. While still living in Chandler in 1997 I joined the Chandler Volunteers in Policing (VIP) program. The area of this program I served in was Victim Assistance. In this we had to take classes on Victimology and Crisis Intervention. We went with officers on their calls to assist the victims’ mental and emotional state, while officers conducted the investigation. During this time, and after, we moved a lot, flipping houses. So, we sat on 3 HOA boards during this time. Where we focused on strengthening the board and weakening the management.
