North Star Fellas
This resident served in the Army in Korea and he had a career as a mechanic and trucker in his civilian life.
Hint: He is also a great Bingo caller!
Who is Mick Buzzard
#339
This resident moved here from Florida and was a hostess for 19 years.
Hint: She also has a white fluffy princess friend who likes to greet people as they come to North Star
Who is Betsy Marlett
#136
This female resident was born and raised in New York City and moved to North Star in 2019
Hint: She has a sister who lives in Sandpoint
Who is Rowena Engen
#226
This staff member has a passion for crafting and sewing
Hint: She takes makes sure our building stays gorgeous on a daily basis
Who is Sue Johnson
Housekeeping Supervisor
This resident is a retired first - twelfth grade teacher and has traveled to to the British Isles and loves cats
Hint: She keeps our beautiful library well stocked and organized
Who is Dixie Merriman
#261
This resident served in the Army for two years in the Philippines and was a truck driver with Chevron
Hint: You can often find him hangin' with the fellas at happy hour
Who is Larry Weisser
#309
Sold real estate in Indiana before retiring to Idaho
Hint: One of our lovely social butterflies and always greets us all with a smile
Who is Jane Brooks
#308
This female resident was born in Idaho in a town that "smells fishy"
Hint: You can often find her line dancing on Wednesday mornings at center stage
Who is Jessie Bell
#331
This lovely staff member is 22 years old and has lived in 12 different houses
Hint: You will often see her smiling face when you sign in and out of the building
Who is Megan Anderson
Front Desk Supervisor
This resident once was a legal secretary
Hint: You might hear her giggling with the bridge ladies on Fridays
Who is Ginny Schomberg
#135
This resident is one of the founding members of a Coeur d'Alene Barber Shop group
Hint: You will often find him leading the resident singing group
Who is George Periman
#111
This resident taught students at Bryan elementary in Coeur d'Alene.
Hint: You will often find her at bingo
Who is Norma Blessing
#311
This resident was born in Western Germany
Hint: You can often find her setting up for bingo
Who is Ellen Milow
#237
This staff member has a rose named after her
Hint: She makes sure we all get to destinations safely and on time
Lisa Simonsen
North Star Driver
The only trophy this resident ever won was for a cow milking contest
Hint: She worked at North Idaho College
Who is Linda Lewis
#130
This resident is a retired Commander of the United States Coast Guard and moved to North Star in 2019
Hint: He was also a teacher and counselor
Who is Ray Wickstrom
#324
This resident went back to school after her children grew up to learn medical office conduct
Hint: Her daughter is a world traveler and diver
Who is Carol Pugh
#332
This resident was born in Estonia
Hint: She never leaves the house without her pearls
Aino Kikkas
#114
This staff member is infatuated with ALL dogs
Hint: You might go to her if you have general questions in the afternoon/evenings
Who is Cassie Huckaby
Front Desk
This resident was once a jury commissioner
Hint: She recently had a bingo hot streak
Who is Dottie Hodgson
#255
This resident recently received a Quilt of Valor for his service in the United States Air Force
Hint: He is a master at soft soccer!
Who is George France
#143
This resident used to vaccinate cattle.
Hint: She appreciates a nice glass of scotch
Who is Barb Wilson
#218
This resident was born in L.A.
Hint: She still holds true to her California girl roots
Who is Jamie Dodson
#335
Her son is a Lineman and lives in California with his beautiful family
Hint: You might find her....well, everywhere! :)
Who is Neisha Lawson
Life Enrichment Specialist
This resident drove a tour bus for her occupation
Hint: She has an adorable cocker spaniel named Beau
Who is Kathy Eachon
#306