Part of the Team

Moving to Corbett from Baton Rouge, LA in 1998, is a bit of a story for Marcie Edmunds. She and husband Kirby are native Oregonians, but when Kirby was laid off from the railroad, he decided to take the job offered to him in LA. When the Union Pacific RR was ready to hire Kirby back on, they were both ready to come "home" to Oregon. Problem was, Marcie's sister was now renting and living in their home! Not wanting to kick her out, Kirby's dad knew a man named Raymond Smith in Corbett who was looking to hire someone to live on his land~ Kirby and Marcie took their trailer to the rock quarry at the end of Howard Road to "keep an eye on things" for Raymond. Living there for two years, they ended up loving the beautiful area and community of Corbett. In time, the couple purchased some acreage from Raymond, taking their trailer with them to the new property in Corbett. Eventually they replaced the trailer with a manufactured home, and have been happily there ever since! Marice is excited to mention that she not only has three grown sons, but also has three grandsons! She smiles as she describes each of them by name. Kirby has been with the railroad a total of 30 years now and Marcie is a full time homemaker and mom to sons Arthur and Austin, still living at home. One thing Marcie loves about their current Corbett location is that it is so private and peaceful, providing great serenity. Having been through a few bumps in her life, Marcie is quite connected to her church, East Hill in Gresham and says she loves to help others. She looked out for an elderly neighbor for years, helping him get food assistance at the Grange. Now Marcie is "part of the team" of volunteers that helps out at the Grange. Each Monday she is a quiet and yet gentle spirit that provides a ray of cheer and kindness as she helps hand wash all the dishes after the senior's no cost hot lunch is served. It is this meaningful service that puts the near constant smile on her face for all to enjoy!