Jill considers it her distinct honor to be PCOB's first ever Director of Children's Ministry. Jill has lived in Brandon for over ten years, but never had the opportunity to actually work in Brandon until she joined us. She thinks this is an amazing new concept in commuting!

Jill started her life's journey in Ohio and moved herself and her parents to Indiana to start school. Although she allowed her parents to rear her in western Pennsylvania, she knew she was really born to be a Floridian.

Jill attended college at Edinboro State College just south of Erie, PA. There she studied health and physical education with a minor in elementary education. She then proudly served seven years in the United States Army. Her military career took her from coast to coast plus four years in Germany.

Jill “happened” into the retirement field after serving several years as an executive chef in the restaurant business. For the last 20 years, she has served as a corporate food service director, an administrator, a regional manager for independent living, assisted living and memory care facilities. Jill's passion is memory care. She loves joining the journey of those with Alzheimer's disease.

In addition to her Children's Ministry, Jill also sings in our choir. She is an avid golfer. Her mission in life is to “inspire and serve”.