At a gathering filled with laughter, warmth, and touching speeches, the Morton Bakar Center family came together to bid farewell to beloved staff member Mary Thrower as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement. Mary’s illustrious career with É«ÖÐÉ« spans over two decades, a journey that began at Morton Bakar Center, where she served as the administrator, later taking on roles as the Regional Director of Operations and Vice President of Operations.

The celebration was a moving testament to Mary’s profound impact on the É«ÖÐÉ« community. Colleagues past and present, including former nursing directors, dietary managers, rehab staff, environmental service managers, social workers, and even her predecessor as administrator, united to honor Mary’s tenure at É«ÖÐÉ«. They shared speeches, expressing admiration for Mary’s empathetic listening, kind heart, and unparalleled ability to forge deep connections with others. Mary’s influence exceeded her official titles. She was a mentor and a guiding light for many, leaving an unforgettable mark on countless lives, professionally and personally.

The evening was emotional, with no dry eye in the room as the Morton Bakar family joined in showering Mary with love and well wishes.

As Mary embarks on this new chapter of her life, the Morton Bakar family wishes Mary all the best in her retirement, and they hope it is as rewarding and fulfilling as her time with É«ÖÐÉ« has been.