Staff

Hometown: 
Born and raised in Milwaukee. Moved to South Milwaukee in 2020.
Employed Since:
Fall 2023
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
My husband heard that there was a walking track in the High School that was open to community members. We signed up for the resident track membership. After chatting with a few of the staff members during our visits (Colleen, Ron, Sandy, Tom, and Jaci) everyone was so nice and friendly and it seemed like it would be a good place to work. I am very happy to be part of this great team of dedicated, fiendly, hard working people!!
When I'm not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
Gardening, bike riding, and playing with my grandchildren.
Favorite Food:  
Asparagus (and chocolate!)
 

Hometown: 
Colby, WI
Employed Since:
2004
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
Taught at the school.
When I am not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
Walking and being active.
 

Hometown: 
Stuart, IA (originally). Cudahy, WI (currently)
Employed Since:
January 2020
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
I have been a member of the track since it opened but after retiring from my career in healthcare, I was looking for a fun part-time job. Sandy called me and told me about the [job] opening at the fitness center and I applied immediately. Luckily, I got the job!
When I'm not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
I love spending time with my husband, three children and their spouses, and our seven delightful grandchildren. I babysit for them on a regular basis and had the pleasure of helping them with virtual learning this school year. I also very much enjoy antiquing, rummaging, and an occasional “dumpster dive”, then upcycling and repurposing my funds.
Favorite food:
Anything sweet.

Hometown: 
South Milwaukee, WI
Employed Since:
January 2016
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
Born & raised in South Milwaukee. I tend to know almost everyone... including School District employees... so here I am!
When I'm not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
With my grandchildren, gardening, and gambling.
Favorite food:
Anything people make for me!

Hometown: 
Saint Francis, WI
Employed Since:
December 2018
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
I became a member of the SMFC with my wife after South Shore YMCA closed. I did all my physical therapy recovery in the FC for my knees & hip surgeries. I liked the people working in the FC and ended up getting a job here after I retired.
When I'm not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
Gardening, tending to the lawn, reading, attending grand-children events, PBS television, dogsitting our "grand dogs", watching Badgers, Brewers, and Packers on TV, and community associations.
Favorite food:
Polish
Fun fact about me:
Married 49 years.
Favorite quote:
"In school you are taught a lesson and given a test. In life you are given a test and taught a lesson."

Hometown:
South Milwaukee, WI 
Employed Since:
2022
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
I saw the sign on 15th Ave for Track usage. After using the track I came down to see about the Fitness Center.
When I'm not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
Gardenin (flowers), walking, biking, and day trips/adventures with friends.
Favorite food:
Oscar's swiss burger.

Hometown: 
Milwaukee, WI
Employed Since:
2010
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
I became a member shortly after the fitness center opened. I saw they were looking for help so I applied.
When I am not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
With my family. I have three grandchildren. I also enjoy traveling, trying new restaurants, and shopping.
Favorite food:
Chocolate or Italian.

Hometown: 
South Milwaukee, WI      
Employed Since:
2010
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
My son used to work at the security desk on weekends.
When I'm not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
Watching the weather channel! Just kidding. I enjoy listening to music and playing Frisbee with my golden retriever.
Fun fact(s) about me:
I hold the record for most sotball home runs at the late Jordan Lutheran grade school. I have the highest batting average and most runs driven in at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. I specialize in "Dad" jokes. I still collect hot wheels and matchbox cars. Not so much baseball autographs.

Hometown:
South Milwaukee. Born and raised.
Employed since:
Early 2025
How I got connected with the Fitness Center:
Have been a referee for the SM Rec and used the Fitness Center to stay in shape for a number of years.
When I'm not at the Fitness Center, I spend my time...
With my family and grandkids' activities with school and after school activities as well as doing a large amount of basketall games.
Favorite food:
Chinese.
Fun fact about me:
I use humor as an ice breaker when meeting new people.
Favorite quote:
Never give up, try until you feel you gave it all.