Many of them could seem to fade into the woodwork.
Just doing their jobs, they show up on time, work hard, come up with ideas, go home, and do it all again tomorrow.
In the last few weeks where I work, several people who have served Oakwood Village for 20 years or more, have announced their retirement.
Length of service is one aspect of notoriety for what they have done for the company, but it only skims the surface. It goes beyond that, into the core of how they worked and whom they served.
Yesterday, our long-time Art Therapist was honored at a retirement party for her years of innovative work that helped changed lives through art. Whether it was painting or knitting or offering the opportunity for residents to learn or appreciate various types of art - Denny improved lives through engaging minds and hearts in activity.
Jerry retired recently after a career in the Finance and Leadership arm of the company. He helped craft ways the company served more people through innovative programs and finding the finances to make them possible.
Lois walked out the door for the last time, too. She provided one of Oakwood's heartbeats. Her reception desk was often the first impression visitors and new residents had when they were making a difficult transition from one home to another.
In their own quiet ways Denny, Jerry, and Lois changed lives and impacted service.
They would likely scoff at the characterization, but theirs is a legacy for the rest of us to follow.
Undoubtedly, you work with or know people like this - say thank you and set your own sail as you leave your own footsteps for others to follow.
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