Carl Lee McKoon

Carl McKoon simply amazed me when he first moved into the Forum, an independent facility. Carl could barely walk and spent most time on his dune buggy. At the ripe age of ninety he went in for a hip replacement and promised all the girls he would save a dance with us when he got back. After a long rehab he walked into the lounge during happy hour, a favorite time for all, with just a cane. The cheer that went up caused people to think Dallas won the super bowl! We were all so proud of our...

Uncle Cork always had a big smile and a hug for all of his nieces and nephews. I remember seeing him and Aunt Betty in Niota for family get-togethers when we visited from Maryland. I remember introducing my husband to him at one of the reunions and Uncle Cork telling him, he was the good looking one in the family. I always enjoyed seeing him and talking to him, even though it was not often enough. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with Melody and the rest of the...

Growing up he was known to us as Uncle Cork. He always had a big smile and hug for all of us. We would see him at family dinners in Niota. I was always Molly-by-Golly to him (even as an adult) and always enjoyed the time I got to spend with him, even though it was not often enough. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with Melody and the rest of the family. God Bless