Meet Our Leadership Team

4650 Centerville Road White Bear Lake, MN 55127 651-653-3288

KEVIN JOHNSON

Executive Director

Hello everyone! My name is Kevin Johnson and I’m proud to be the Executive Director here at The Pillars of White Bear Heights.

I grew up in western Wisconsin in New Richmond and Hudson, WI. I have on older sister and younger brother. My mother just retired as a nurse for her entire career. My father was a police officer in St. Paul for almost 30 years. I went to college in Eau Claire, for Health Care Administration and graduated in 1996. I met my wife, Paula at college and we’ve been married for over 20 years. We have 2 boys Kennedy & Carter who are in school in Woodbury at East Ridge. Some of my interests include outdoor activities, like hiking, swimming, biking, and golfing. I’m a big Vikings and Twins fan. My wife is a huge Packers fan so Sunday’s can be fun in the fall when the Vikings and Packers play. I’ve worked in Senior Housing for over 20 years now and I enjoy being of service to others. I look forward to getting to know everyone.

JANAYE STEWART

Director of Health Services

My name is Janaye Stewart. I have been in healthcare for ten years.

My most recent experience has been teaching a nursing assistant class. I love coffee and bowling. I'm very active in my church. I am married and have three time.

XONG LOR

Assistant Director Health Services

Hello! My name is Xong Lor and I'm excited to start my new position as the Assistant Director of Health Services!

I started out as a CNA while in college. I graduated from St. Catherine's University with my bachelor of science in nursing. I was born and raised in Minneapolis with 3 brothers and 5 sisters; I am right in the middle and the smallest of them all. I just recently got engaged to my wonderfully supportive fiancé, Tony, and together we have a very loud and food driven beagle named Max. In my spare time, I like to hike outdoors, bike, bake, and try new foods. I can't wait to get the opportunity to meet everyone!

WENDY BIRCH

RN Support Nurse

My name is Wendy. I have been a nurse for twenty plus years.

I have recently moved to the Twin cities, and enjoy getting outdoors, walking and river activities. I have two adult children. My son is attending the University of Minnesota. My daughter and her dog recently moved in with me from California.

TERRENCE CONNER

Culinary Director

Hello my name is Terrence Conner; I like to go by either, “Terrence” or “TC”.

I grew up in the Bloomington, Minnesota area with my family consisting of mom, dad and two brothers; all except one are in the culinary senior living industry. All of us have worked in the hospitality industry for many years. I currently am a resident of the Maple Grove area. I have been in the restaurant, hospitality, senior living industries for 14 years creating and mastering my craft and profession. My favorite styles to cook are Hispanic, Italian, and American Grille cuisines.

Some of my hobbies include a huge love of sports and by that, meaning rooting for all the Minnesota sports teams: Minnesota Wild, Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Untied Soccer, and especially the Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Vikings. SKOL!!! I play and participate in Men’s Softball Leagues, Bowling, and pickup Basketball. You like to talk sports, I’m your guy.

I am a graduate of Minnesota School of Business with a Associates Degree in Interactive Media and Graphic Design. I love using my creativity to bring food, presentation, and customer satisfaction to life. My creativity is as bright as my personality. I am fun, outgoing, and have a big heart, I look forward to getting to know everyone.

WAYNE ERICKSON

Chef

I started working in healthcare in 2016 at the Highlands of St. Paul.

I’ve been in the restaurant hospitality industry for many years and enjoy preparing and serving a variety of tasty meals. I also grew up near the twin cities and have since moved to Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. My hobbies and interests include fishing, gardening, birdwatching and other wildlife habitat.

TROY DUNCANSON

Evironmental Services
Director

I’ve been working in health care for twenty plus years.

I have been married for twenty- seven years and have three children and two grandchildren. I love to travel, play hockey and spend time at my cabin. I also love spending time with seniors and hearing their stories.

JOHN STICKNEY

Maintenance Technician

I have been in the White Bear Lake area for the past few years and have worked at The Pillars of White Bear Heights since 2017.

I’m a medic in the Minnesota National Guard. I enjoy watching sports and hanging out with friends.

KERRI ANTONEN

Activities Director

I grew up in Monroe, Iowa which is thirty minutes from Des Moines, Iowa.

I went to Junior College at Indian Hills Community College in Ottumwa, IA. I then attended The University of South Dakota in Vermillion, SD for undergraduate and continuing on for my masters. My husband and I just recently relocated to Minnesota this past fall. I have been working in healthcare in Activities for eight years. I enjoy working with people to ensure they are mentally and physically active every day. My husband’s name is Patrick and we have one dog, a Shiba Inu named Mikko. In my space time I enjoy spending time with my family, fishing, exercising, biking, golfing, baking, reading, playing and watching softball, being outdoors and anything that has to do with the Iowa Hawkeyes!

AMANDA BEILKE

Activity Assistant

Hi I’m Amanda and I grew up in Southern Minnesota in Mankato with six older brothers.

I now live in White Bear Lake with my little pup, named Boots. I love spending time with my family and friends any change I get especially if we are hiking outdoors, sitting by a bonfire, watching college basketball or doing all the traditional Christmas activities. Oh, and chocolate, I love all things sweet!

KIM KIEFFER

Activity Assistant

I have been working the hospitality industry for 9 years. I love to travel, to experience different cultures and cuisine.

In my free time I love to spend time with my two children Vivian and Henry. I also have a German Shepard named Brody. My favorite season is summer and when I can I love to throw a good BBQ party!

CINDEE PRZYBILLA

Resident Services Coordinator

I have an adult daughter and a two year old dog named Bentley.

I have lived in Minnesota all of my life and enjoy listening to music outdoors in the summer months.

STEPHANIE TACHENY

Dimensions Manager

Hello! My name is Stephanie Tacheny and I am excited to be the Dimensions Manager at The Pillars of White Bear Lake.

I have a passion for working with older adults especially in the area memory loss. In my spare time I love to cook, travel, spend time with family & friends, and volunteer for Safe Hands Rescue. I look forward to meeting everyone.

KAT BOURQUE

Sales Coordinator

I am excited to join the staff at The Pillars of White Bear Heights.

I managed a senior condominium in Richfield for Ebenezer and miss the wonderful group of residents I got to know and love there. I have also sold real estate and worked as a leasing agent and truly enjoyed the work. I have a background in healthcare as a nurses aid and am experienced as a therapist at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.

I look forward to having a chance to contribute to the community!

MARIBEL CORREA

Administrative Assistant

My name is Maribel Correa but I go by Mari.

I have been married for 10 years to my wonderful husband Mike. We do not have any children but we have a fur baby named Rocky. He is a golden lab that we have had since he was 8 weeks old. Rocky loves to go on walks with me and he loves pumpkins, carrots, and blueberries.

MEREDITH MELTON

Administrative Assistant

I moved to Minnesota from Texas three years ago, and I am loving life up north!

I’m new to the healthcare field and I’m excited to be a part of the team at White Bear Lake. I’m studying to earn an associate’s degree in healthcare administration at Saint Paul College. In my free time, I enjoy taking my dog, MacArthur, on walks through downtown, curling up on the couch with a good book and playing video games.

NANCY RADATZ

Administrative Assistant

My name is Nancy Radatz.

I have two part-time jobs; I am the Administrative Assistant for the Oakdale Fire Department and am honored to be one of your front desk receptionists. I have two grown children; a son John who is married and a St. Paul Firefighter and a daughter Breanna who is currently in school for holistic medicine and works at a group home. In my free time I enjoy hanging with my family and friends, shopping, being at the beach and walking my French Bulldog Darla.

Location

4650 Centerville Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55127

ConNECT WITH US

651-653-3288

The Pillars of White Bear Lake is managed by Ebenezer, Minnesota's largest senior living operator. Ebenezer is the senior housing division of Fairview Health Services and has 100 years of experience serving older adults.

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