I have two children, Jeremy and Patty, and a very supportive husband, Erv! Together we have four awesome grandchildren. We have lived in Big Lake for 45 years and in that time we have been business owners and loved raising our children in this amazing community. I love being involved in my community! Some of the organizations I am proud to be involved with are the Big Lake Lions, the Options board of Directors, serving as Chairman of the Big Lake Spud Fest board of Directors, member of the Big Lake American Legion Auxiliary Post 147, member of the Big Lake Chamber and also serve on the Wave Youth Center board of Directors. In addition to proudly being a part of the above mentioned organizations, I am just as proud to have served my community through local elected leadership for the past 14 years. Currently I am serving as Sherburne County Commissioner representing District 2. Prior to that I served on the Big Lake City Council for 10 years 6 of which were as Mayor.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Gosh…there are so many. I enjoy all the restaurants in our community. It would be hard to choose just one!
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have lived and worked in our community for 45 years.
Q: Who is an interesting person in our community that you’ve met and deserves to be included in The Faces of Big Lake project?
Even though he has passed and is missed every day, I believe Don Orrock deserves to be recognized for his long time commitment to our community.
Q: Do you have any pets? If so, what are they and what are their names?
I have four granddogs whose names are Boston, Dahla, Madi and Bailey. As well as a hampster named Gizmo.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV Shows?
One of my favorite movies is Beaches. I cry every time! Also, got to love Yellowstone!
Q: What is your favorite holiday? Favorite season?
My favorite holiday is Christmas and my favorite season is Fall.
Q: What advice would you give to people living in Big Lake?
Get involved by joining any of Big Lake’s incredible organizations.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
I would like to visit all 50 states!
Q: What is your favorite current or former business in our community?
This is a tough one, but currently I am loving Ember Coffee. It’s a great place to meet up with someone to grab a coffee and a bite to eat.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
I love our beautiful lakes and Lakeside Park which hosts the Farmer’s Market and Music in the Park.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Still living in our awesome community we call Big Lake!
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
Public speaking still makes me nervous.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
The youth in our community.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of Big Lake?
Family friendly, small town feel, supportive
