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Show ; j I V :; - ' ' J I ft -' 'm t y ' J Mrs. Joe Hilton, center, sealed with her son, Steve, and daughter, Karen, after accepting honor in behalf of her husband. Lindon Center honors two employees for valued service and care By KALYN SECRETAN Amidst flowers, colorful balloons and mile-long sandwiches, recognition was given to special people at the Lindon Care and Training Center. Joyce Hailing, administrator, paid tribute to Mrs. Joe Hilton in behalf of her late husband. The employee of the year was also named at the special luncheon. Darlene Carlson was the recipient of the special honor for 1985. Mrs. Hilton accepted a plaque in honor of her husband who served five years as a Seminary teacher. His involvement began when his daughter, Barbara, was admitted in 1978. He always supported the facility. He saw a need to become involved and offered his service as a Seminary teacher. The residents loved Brother Hilton. He was a devoted teacher and they accepted his passing. Mrs. Hilton learned to love the handicapped through her husband. The Hilton's accepted them totally, and felt the experience was a special mission on earth. Mrs. Hilton paid tribute to Joyce Hailing who works steadfastly with the handicapped. The Hilton's are the parents of seven children, Karen and Steve attended the luncheon with their mother. The employee of the year came as a surprise announcement. Darlene Carlson started working at the care center in April 1980 as a nurses aid. In August she filled in at the business office for an employee on maternity leave. She fit in so well, she has remained in the office the past five years. Darlene has held various titles. She served as secretary for the programming department and is involved in managing finances for residents. Darlene gets along well with the residents. She is known as a "tease," but they all love hef-. She seems to be a woman of many talents, she likes to drive the bus and tinker around with the vehicles. She is also "Everybody's Mom" to the residents and employees. Darlene lives in Pleasant Grove with her husband, Jack. They are the parents of five children. |