At an age when many people are encouraged to slow down, Bill Jackson is leaning in — carefully, patiently, and one intricate piece at a time. A resident of Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley, 96-year-old Bill is known throughout the community for building complex wooden 3D puzzles that challenge both the hands and the mind.
At 88 years old, Hilda Hunter carries a lifetime of extraordinary stories — the kind that stay with you long after she finishes telling them. She was born in 1937 to a remarkable pair of parents: a British chemist and an American physician serving as missionaries in Shanghai. Her earliest memories stretch across continents, but
Morning Pointe of Knoxville Assisted Living resident Ray Vining has always believed in starting the day strong. For decades, that meant lacing up his running shoes before sunrise. What began as a few Saturday morning jogs with friends soon became a daily ritual—Ray was out the door by 5:30 a.m. before heading to work. Running
On May 5, 1937, in Plainfield, New Jersey, a little girl posed proudly beside her Boston Terrier, Bootsy. In the photo, three-year-old June Carter’s eyes twinkle with delight. At first glance it’s simply a child with her dog, but for those who would come to know her story, that picture marks the beginning of a
Charles “Doc” Thomas Watson, Jr., MD He grew up under the wide Alabama sky, a kid from Bessemer who would one day steady his hands over the most delicate work a person can do. After medical school and training in otolaryngology and head & neck surgery, “Doc” found his calling where science meets care—restoring hearing, easing pain, giving
Art’s story begins in Mexico, 1951. His father chased opportunity north to Wisconsin, found a factory job, and taught his family the language of hard work. At 17, while other kids were picking colleges, Art volunteered for the draft and joined the U.S. Marines. He excelled—earning Series Honor Man—and still carries that pride, now leading weekly veterans’ meetings at Morning Pointe at Happy Valley.
If you’ve ever driven a Ford, there’s a chance Norma Cranfield helped it run. Born in Jamestown, Kentucky in 1934, she spent most of her life in Cincinnati, Ohio, standing proud on the line for more than 20 years, building transmissions with steady hands and a can-do spirit. Off the clock, she managed rental properties around the city—proof that grit and grace can
West Virginia is where her story begins—a childhood shared with siblings Della and George, a life later rooted in marriage to Charles, and the joy of raising three children: Mike, Mary, and David. Faith has always been her compass. Sundays find her singing the hymns she loves, and weekdays often end with dirt under her nails
When Brenda Dykes moved to Morning Pointe, her family was looking for more than just care—they were looking for connection, compassion, and a place that truly saw her. “We chose Morning Pointe because of the specialized care, the attention to her needs, and the hands-on activities that keep her engaged every day,” her family shared.
For Susan’s mother, Marilyn Swanson, life at Morning Pointe of Franklin, Tennessee, Assisted Living is full of laughter, dancing, and meaningful connections.
