Tracy Willard Co-Founder & Executive Director
Tracy Willard was born and raised in Port Huron, and sincerely believes there's no better place to call home. She studied education at St. Clair County Community College and Wayne State University, but thanks the Lord daily that she didn't end up becoming a teacher. As a stay-at-home mom, she was a PTA president, a lunch lady, a classroom aid, and perhaps the world's biggest hover mom, ever. In the rare moments she could pull herself away from her three sons, she was a freelance writer and worked as an administrative assistant for a local non-profit organization. In 2011, Tracy and her husband, Jeff, co-founded Hunter Hospitality House. As the Executive Director, she loves spending her days networking, raising funds, and recruiting volunteers. Her hobbies include fishing, writing, crocheting, staring at pictures of her grandchildren, and spending as much time with her family as they'll allow.
Tracy Willard was born and raised in Port Huron, and sincerely believes there's no better place to call home. She studied education at St. Clair County Community College and Wayne State University, but thanks the Lord daily that she didn't end up becoming a teacher. As a stay-at-home mom, she was a PTA president, a lunch lady, a classroom aid, and perhaps the world's biggest hover mom, ever. In the rare moments she could pull herself away from her three sons, she was a freelance writer and worked as an administrative assistant for a local non-profit organization. In 2011, Tracy and her husband, Jeff, co-founded Hunter Hospitality House. As the Executive Director, she loves spending her days networking, raising funds, and recruiting volunteers. Her hobbies include fishing, writing, crocheting, staring at pictures of her grandchildren, and spending as much time with her family as they'll allow.
Jeff Willard Co-Founder, Board President & Manager
Jeff was a teacher in the Port Huron Schools for 29 years before retiring in 2018. He has been a life-long resident of the Blue Water Area and married the love of his life, Tracy, in 1988. Together they are the parents of sons Garrett, Cullen and Parker. Another son, Hunter, passed away in 1991. Hunter Hospitality House was created in his memory. Jeff continues to be amazed at the support and generosity of the community, allowing HHH to offer three houses, full of amenities, absolutely free to those supporting loved-ones in a medical facility, or who are receiving treatment themselves.
Jeff was a teacher in the Port Huron Schools for 29 years before retiring in 2018. He has been a life-long resident of the Blue Water Area and married the love of his life, Tracy, in 1988. Together they are the parents of sons Garrett, Cullen and Parker. Another son, Hunter, passed away in 1991. Hunter Hospitality House was created in his memory. Jeff continues to be amazed at the support and generosity of the community, allowing HHH to offer three houses, full of amenities, absolutely free to those supporting loved-ones in a medical facility, or who are receiving treatment themselves.
Cullen Willard Assistant Manager
Cullen comes to Hunter Hospitality House after working for several years in Phoenix, Arizona as the E-Commerce Manager for Zia Records. He is a graduate of Port Huron Northern High School, SC4, and also attended Oakland University. He returned to the Port Huron area with his wife, Kirsten, and their children, Linus and Wren.
Cullen comes to Hunter Hospitality House after working for several years in Phoenix, Arizona as the E-Commerce Manager for Zia Records. He is a graduate of Port Huron Northern High School, SC4, and also attended Oakland University. He returned to the Port Huron area with his wife, Kirsten, and their children, Linus and Wren.
Toni Forstner Administrative Assistant
Toni says she is blessed to be able to help HHH with the mission of providing free medical lodging, and enjoys every part of her job. She is a long time Blue Water Area resident currently living in Fort Gratiot with her husband and two daughters. She graduated from Port Huron High School and continued her education at St. Clair County Community College and Jefferson State University in Alabama. Toni loves being active in her daughters' extra-curricular activities and spending family time outdoors.
Toni says she is blessed to be able to help HHH with the mission of providing free medical lodging, and enjoys every part of her job. She is a long time Blue Water Area resident currently living in Fort Gratiot with her husband and two daughters. She graduated from Port Huron High School and continued her education at St. Clair County Community College and Jefferson State University in Alabama. Toni loves being active in her daughters' extra-curricular activities and spending family time outdoors.
Andrea Nunn-Mencavage Board Vice-President
Andreas was born and raised in the Croswell-Lexington community. She is happily married to her husband Wally and together they have a daughter named Haydn. Andrea is the Supervisor of Special Services in the Port Huron Area School District. She holds a Masters degree in Special Education from Saginaw Valley State University. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, shopping and running when time allows. Andrea says, "Hunter Hospitality House holds a special place in my heart. Never in my life did I imagine that I would be someone, who would need to rely on their services. Though when my pregnancy took a turn for the worst and my daughter was born 6 weeks early, I needed somewhere close to stay in order to help care and be with my daughter. Hunter House was there and I was ever so grateful."
Andreas was born and raised in the Croswell-Lexington community. She is happily married to her husband Wally and together they have a daughter named Haydn. Andrea is the Supervisor of Special Services in the Port Huron Area School District. She holds a Masters degree in Special Education from Saginaw Valley State University. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, shopping and running when time allows. Andrea says, "Hunter Hospitality House holds a special place in my heart. Never in my life did I imagine that I would be someone, who would need to rely on their services. Though when my pregnancy took a turn for the worst and my daughter was born 6 weeks early, I needed somewhere close to stay in order to help care and be with my daughter. Hunter House was there and I was ever so grateful."
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Sara Grout Board Secretary
Sara grew up in Croswell and graduated from Croswell-Lexington High School in 2008. Her family has been farming in the Croswell area since the late 1800. She worked on the farm while growing up and still help on weekends. After high school, Sara attended Wayne State University where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a Marketing and Honors Major in 2012. That fall she started at Case Western Reserve University School of Law in Cleveland, Ohio and received her Juris Doctorate in 2015. She joined the law offices of Touma, Watson, Whaling, Coury, Stremers & Thomas, P.C. in the Fall of 2015. "I first learned of the Hunter Hospitality House in the Summer of 2015 when my Grandfather was ill and a patient at McLaren Port Huron. Hunter House provided my family a place of peace and calm in the midst of one of our most stressful times as a family. I could not be more thrilled to become a part of such an organization! I am also on the Board of Directors for the Blue Water Young Professionals and the St. Clair County Bar Association. I am happy to both work and live in the Blue Water area and am very excited to join the Board of Hunter Hospitality House!" says Sara. |
Jo Lynn Manns Board Treasurer
Jo Lynn is a CPA and the small business department manager at UHY Advisors (formerly Stewart, Beauvais & Whipple) located in Port Huron, where she has helps small businesses and individuals with their tax needs. Jo Lynn enjoys running, reading and spending time with her family. She has lived in the Blue Water area her entire life and currently lives in Marysville with her high school sweetheart, Bill, and two daughters.
Jo Lynn is a CPA and the small business department manager at UHY Advisors (formerly Stewart, Beauvais & Whipple) located in Port Huron, where she has helps small businesses and individuals with their tax needs. Jo Lynn enjoys running, reading and spending time with her family. She has lived in the Blue Water area her entire life and currently lives in Marysville with her high school sweetheart, Bill, and two daughters.
Anne Culling Board Member
Anne is the Marketing and Community Relations Specialist at Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice. Born and raised in Marine City, now a Port Huron resident, Anne is a graduate of St. Clair County Community College and Walsh College. Anne and her husband Eric love camping – let’s be honest, it is a house on wheels and no way rustic! They also enjoy spending time on their boat in the Blue Water Area as well as pontoon-life in northern Michigan at the camper.
Anne is passionate about serving her community and is active on several boards. She is honored to serve Hunter Hospitality House and their mission. Thankful she has never had a need for HHH, she feels fortunate to live where this service is an option.
Anne is the Marketing and Community Relations Specialist at Visiting Nurse Association and Blue Water Hospice. Born and raised in Marine City, now a Port Huron resident, Anne is a graduate of St. Clair County Community College and Walsh College. Anne and her husband Eric love camping – let’s be honest, it is a house on wheels and no way rustic! They also enjoy spending time on their boat in the Blue Water Area as well as pontoon-life in northern Michigan at the camper.
Anne is passionate about serving her community and is active on several boards. She is honored to serve Hunter Hospitality House and their mission. Thankful she has never had a need for HHH, she feels fortunate to live where this service is an option.
Sara Tait-May Board Member
Port Huron native and graduate of WMU, Sara is the Director for the McLaren Port Huron Foundation. She lives in Clyde with her significant other, Todd, and they have 4 daughters. She truly loves the Port Huron community and respects the pride that many have for living here. Sara says it’s an honor to serve on the Hunter Hospitality House Board and she has enjoyed the relationships she has built along the way.
Port Huron native and graduate of WMU, Sara is the Director for the McLaren Port Huron Foundation. She lives in Clyde with her significant other, Todd, and they have 4 daughters. She truly loves the Port Huron community and respects the pride that many have for living here. Sara says it’s an honor to serve on the Hunter Hospitality House Board and she has enjoyed the relationships she has built along the way.
Lisa Beedon Board Member
Lisa is the Executive Director of Blue Water Developmental Housing. Lisa loves spending time with her family in the Port Huron area. If you view her profile on Facebook or Instagram, you will know Lisa loves her dog, Rosie. When she isn’t traveling, Lisa enjoys painting, reading, watching documentaries and being an active member in her community. She serves on several boards and is currently a St. Clair County Commissioner.
Lisa is the Executive Director of Blue Water Developmental Housing. Lisa loves spending time with her family in the Port Huron area. If you view her profile on Facebook or Instagram, you will know Lisa loves her dog, Rosie. When she isn’t traveling, Lisa enjoys painting, reading, watching documentaries and being an active member in her community. She serves on several boards and is currently a St. Clair County Commissioner.
Jessica Totty Board Member
Jessica Totty graduated from St. Clair County Community College as a nurse. She is a Licensed Ordained Minister through the International Council of Churches. Jessica has worked at Lake Huron Medical Center for 27 years. She believes in being a well-informed school board member and has pursued higher education through the Michigan Association of School Boards, (MASB) and achieved her 2 year certificate in 2022. Jessica is involved in many community opportunities. She is one of the Chaplains for our Port Huron Police Department. She is also on the Board of CMH, the President of the Hispanic Aliance of Southeast Michigan, and member of Woman's Life 837. Jessica is a pastor at #C4Yourselfchurch in Port Huron. Jessica is Mexican and Indigenous descent and believes in encouraging the marginalized and underserved, making sure that all voices can be heard and have a seat at the table. Jessica was the wife of the late Kevin Totty for 40 years, and is the mother of 5 children and grandmother to 3.
Jessica Totty graduated from St. Clair County Community College as a nurse. She is a Licensed Ordained Minister through the International Council of Churches. Jessica has worked at Lake Huron Medical Center for 27 years. She believes in being a well-informed school board member and has pursued higher education through the Michigan Association of School Boards, (MASB) and achieved her 2 year certificate in 2022. Jessica is involved in many community opportunities. She is one of the Chaplains for our Port Huron Police Department. She is also on the Board of CMH, the President of the Hispanic Aliance of Southeast Michigan, and member of Woman's Life 837. Jessica is a pastor at #C4Yourselfchurch in Port Huron. Jessica is Mexican and Indigenous descent and believes in encouraging the marginalized and underserved, making sure that all voices can be heard and have a seat at the table. Jessica was the wife of the late Kevin Totty for 40 years, and is the mother of 5 children and grandmother to 3.
Carter Hitesman Board Member
Carter has worked for McLaren Port Huron for over 2 decades and is currently in the role of Director of Ambulatory Services. He is a Michigan native, growing up north of Muskegon, and a Michigan State University graduate. Carter also serves as a member of the Port Huron Rotary Club, where he is a past president, board member, and co-chair of the International Day Parade. He is also a board member of the Port Huron Business Association and the Blue Water Human Resource Association. He enjoys exercising, golfing, and spending time with his family. Carter looks forward to serving on the HHH board and working with its many dedicated volunteers.
Carter has worked for McLaren Port Huron for over 2 decades and is currently in the role of Director of Ambulatory Services. He is a Michigan native, growing up north of Muskegon, and a Michigan State University graduate. Carter also serves as a member of the Port Huron Rotary Club, where he is a past president, board member, and co-chair of the International Day Parade. He is also a board member of the Port Huron Business Association and the Blue Water Human Resource Association. He enjoys exercising, golfing, and spending time with his family. Carter looks forward to serving on the HHH board and working with its many dedicated volunteers.