Sensational Seniors
Lyn Boening Has Left Her Mark – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – March 2019
“Jacksonville is such a delightful place to live. Good people come here to live and then do great things for our little town.” This was how my interview started with long-time […]
Larry Jung Retires After 33 Years at Jacksonville Presbyterian – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – December 2018/January 2019
The First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville (JPC) hosted a large gathering on October 21 to say thank you and bon voyage to their pastor, Larry Jung and his wife, Sally, […]
Dave Mills Embodies “Hard Work” Ethic – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – October 2018
Jacksonville resident, Dave Mills, has a compelling story about how hard work, determination and a supportive spouse will allow anyone to be successful. Dave Mills is proof of this—while in high […]
Terry And Paula Erdmann’s Retirement Is A “Trek” – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – September 2018
This month’s “Sensational Seniors” subjects are well-known Jacksonville residents Terry and Paula Block Erdmann. While their monthly Jacksonville Review column “The Unfettered Critic” provides insight into their Hollywood days, it touches […]
Larry Smith: Lifelong Teacher – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – August 2018
The “Sensational Senior” candidate for this month is arguably Jacksonville’s best known and loved citizen, who through 51 years of teaching has positively impacted thousands of young lives. As always, my […]
Linda Graham Keeps Scheffel’s Toys Alive – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – July 2018
My Sensational Seniors feature for this issue of the Jacksonville Review, Linda Graham, just gets under the wire as a senior, but she had a compelling story to tell. A native […]
The Two “Macs” Who Celebrated Life! – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – June 2018
In this month’s “Sensational Seniors” article, I honor the spirit of two well-known and well-loved Jacksonville ladies, Lou McBride and Donna McNurlen, known by their business name as the “Two Macs.” […]
Jerry and Nell Mathern: Jacksonville Institutions – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – April 2018
Jerry and Nell Mathern have lived in their 5th Street Jacksonville home for 46 years and, in those years, have endeared themselves to many of us who call Jacksonville home. Jerry’s […]
Jerry Ferronato Has Served Jacksonville Well – by Mike McClain
Sensational Seniors – March 2018
When my wife and I moved to Jacksonville six years ago, we met numerous fine Jacksonville citizens and in so doing several names were frequently mentioned; among them were Pete Dahl, […]
World War II Pilot Paul Parker Turns 95
Sensational Seniors – February 2018
This “Sensational Seniors” article features the engaging personality of Paul Parker, who celebrated his 95th birthday on December 21, 2017. Paul resides in Pioneer Village and is a Jacksonville treasure, and […]