Alicia Figueras-Lambert radiates a deep passion for the senior population. She dedicates herself wholeheartedly to ensure that every individual she encounters leaves with a smile. As the coordinator of the Sunshine Club, Alicia leads with unwavering commitment, fostering joy and connection among her members. Her enthusiasm and caring nature truly make a difference in their lives.
CAROL SIKINGER was an Administrative Assistant with Brevard County for twenty-five years. Started as a Clerk typist, advancing to Administrative Assistant thru positive attitude and tireless energy to succeed. Originally from Long Island New York relocated in 1986.
Carol loves to spend her retired days enjoying life with her husband, walking, traveling, visiting crazy/different out of the way places. Mostly spending quiet time with her passion for crocheting.
CAROLYN STANTON, I was born and raised in Orlando. I went to UCF. I was an elementary school teacher for 35 years. I have a daughter and a son. I have 3 granddaughters. I am a Deacon at People of Faith Lutheran Church in Winter
Garden.
I do the women’s ministry. I also do the outreach for our church. I enjoy socializing with the club members. I have been married for 43 years.
EDWARD BUBBA JAMES, JR. is a lover of family, friends and fun. Born and raised in Erie, PA. Edward affectionately known as “Bubba” has resided in Orlando, FL since 2005.
He is an army veteran of the United States military and built a career as a Material Controller for 38 years working with General Electric. He enjoys an active and engaged lifestyle making health and wellness a priority. His servant lead-
ership roles have spanned many different arenas.
He has coached and mentored youth wrestling, served as an usher for church, worked as a referee for multiple sports and participated in many philanthropic activities. He is the proud father of 3 adult children and 7 grandchildren. Currently, he is enjoying retirement through travel, staying in shape and meeting new people.
BETTY BASILLE is quite a family oriented woman. Her family comes first and her cooking comes second. She has been a Sunshine Club member from close to the start. She enjoys the company of others and the activities of the Sunshine Club.
Betty is of Lebanese decent and has 5 children, 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Oh, and she loves posing for photos!
Elizabeth Jeanne Zaytoun Born in St. Pete, Florida, Elizabeth Jeanne Zaytoun was married to Kelly Zaytoun for 60 years after meeting him while attending Boone High School. She is the proud mother of two, the proud grandmother of four and the proud great grandmother of one. Jeanne is a native Floridian and enjoys being with her family, cooking and visiting with her friends.
Daniel Arnoux. I am a retired teacher who taught Middle School, Abe, and Ged for the Broward Schools Public Schools from 1992 to 2013. I have touched, over the years, the lives of hundreds of children, taught them skills that they can use in their adult lives, as well as motivated them to become lifelong and self-directed learners. I have also impacted on the lives of scores of adults by teaching basic reading, writing, and math skills and helping them gain the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their personal and professional lives.
My teaching philosophy was that all students can and will learn. I have a master’s degree in the Arts of Teaching and in Sociology with ESOL Certification. Another major accomplishment was acquiring the highly
coveted National Board of Teaching Certification. This has enabled me to improve my teaching skills and practice.
MS. C. MARIE ROLLEY has a gregarious and empathetic personality. She is a US Marine Corps Veteran, Social Worker, Mental Health Therapist (Master's Level), Adjunct College Professor, Academic Advisor and Veteran Liaison. AMVETS Post 30 (Past Post Cmdr).
Currently Retired, Ms. Rolley, Volunteers and is active with three area community
Organizations.
JACKIE BROCKINGTON A journalist for over thirty years, now retired, Jackie Brockington is a well-known face around Central Florida. This Brooklyn, New Yorker’s first broadcasting job was interviewing Green Bay Packer wives. Her former husband was an All Pro running back with the Green Bay Packers. From the same station, she transitioned into weather there, but that was only the first stop. Jackie has worked in Washington, D.C., (WUSA-TV), Baltimore, Maryland (WMAR), and San Diego, California, (KGTV). She also worked as a news anchor here in Orlando, (WESH-TV). Central Florida News 13 and WMFE (local NPR station, radio & TV).
Jackie loves travel and is a certified travel advisor and quite active in her
community. She is a past board member of The Maitland Art & History Museum
of Maitland, a past Board member of The Beta Center, a past volunteer with The
American Cancer Society of Orlando and herself a cancer survivor. Jackie was
honored as one of the recipients of the prestigious 44th President Barack Obama
Lifetime Achievement Award for community service. The ever-popular former
journalist receives constant requests as a speaker. Jackie enjoys cooking, reading, entertaining and traveling. As a cancer survivor, Jackie says she wants to make sure that she has contributed something worthwhile with her life.