Our Team:
Mark A. Johnson
Mrs. Jennifer McKenna
Mark A. Johnson
Interim Executive Director
Mark is from Owingsville, Ky in Bath County. He is the oldest of four children. Mark received his Social Work degree from Moorehead State University in 1981. He received his Masters of Science in Social Work from The University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work in 1983. Mark joined the Simon House on Nov
Interim Executive Director
Mark is from Owingsville, Ky in Bath County. He is the oldest of four children. Mark received his Social Work degree from Moorehead State University in 1981. He received his Masters of Science in Social Work from The University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work in 1983. Mark joined the Simon House on November the 1st, 2021 as a Case Manager, and was promoted to interim Executive Director March of 2022. He enjoys working with people and giving back to communities all throughout Kentucky.
Marsha Zolnowski
Mrs. Jennifer McKenna
Mark A. Johnson
Shelter & Housing Case Manager
Marsha was born and raised in Frankfort, KY. She has a Bachelor’s of Social work from Campbellsville University. Marsha has spent most of her career in State Government. She joined the Simon House in November of 2021. Marsha enjoys working to help members of her community and being a part of the good being done at the Simon House.
Mrs. Jennifer McKenna
Mrs. Jennifer McKenna
Mrs. Jennifer McKenna
Financial Administrator
Jennifer graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelors degree in Accounting. She worked as a business manager for churches in Frankfort and Lexington for 18 years. Jennifer is married to her husband Richard and they have lived in Frankfort for over 30 years. Jennifer joined the Simon House because she
Financial Administrator
Jennifer graduated from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelors degree in Accounting. She worked as a business manager for churches in Frankfort and Lexington for 18 years. Jennifer is married to her husband Richard and they have lived in Frankfort for over 30 years. Jennifer joined the Simon House because she wants to support and work for outreach in the Frankfort community.
Jane Bartram
Jane Bartram
Mrs. Jennifer McKenna
Registered Nurse
Jane has been a nurse for 46 years. Jane received her LPN Appalachian School of Practical Nursing in 1976. She received her Associates Degree of Nursing form Kentucky State University in 1984. Jane continued on to receive her Bachelors and Masters degree in nursing from Indian Wesleyan University. Jane works for the Simon
Registered Nurse
Jane has been a nurse for 46 years. Jane received her LPN Appalachian School of Practical Nursing in 1976. She received her Associates Degree of Nursing form Kentucky State University in 1984. Jane continued on to receive her Bachelors and Masters degree in nursing from Indian Wesleyan University. Jane works for the Simon House because she still feels the need to give back to her community.
Kayla White
Jane Bartram
Tasha R. Gray
Case Manager
Kayla was born and raised in Columbus, OH. She moved to Frankfort in 2018 to attend Kentucky State University. Kayla graduated in may of 2022 with a Bachelors of Arts in Social Work. She started at the Simon House as a Volunteer, which led to an internship, kayla accepted a job as Simon House’s Administrative Assistant, was
Case Manager
Kayla was born and raised in Columbus, OH. She moved to Frankfort in 2018 to attend Kentucky State University. Kayla graduated in may of 2022 with a Bachelors of Arts in Social Work. She started at the Simon House as a Volunteer, which led to an internship, kayla accepted a job as Simon House’s Administrative Assistant, was promoted to shelter support staff and now works as a Case Manager five years later. “Seeing the impact I can have in someone’s life inspires me to help the next person”.
Tasha R. Gray
Jane Bartram
Tasha R. Gray
Office Administrator
Tasha is from Albuquerque, New Mexico. She moved Frankfort in 2017. She has worked for the Simon House since August of 2021. Tasha has a Business degree from Lexington Community College with a focus in Human Services. Tasha enjoys working with the Simon House because she likes supporting people from her community and making a difference.
Ashley Williams
Ashley Williams
Ashley Williams
Community Social Worker
Ashley was born and raised in Harrodsburg, KY. She is currently working on her Bachelors of Social Work at Campbellsville University. She expects to finish her degree in may of 2023. Ashley joined the Simon House in August of 2022. Ashley joined the Simon House in order to serve her community and help people in need better their lives.
Frances Ringer
Ashley Williams
Ashley Williams
Assistant to the Administrator
Frances was born and raised in Frankfort, KY. She was instrumental in starting the Simon House in 1985. Frances studied Journalism. She retired from Peewee Valley Prison for Woman as a correctional officer. Frances served for ten years. She returned to the Simon House to get back to her roots of helping the homeless.
Marion Hicks
Ashley Williams
Marion Hicks
Shelter Support Staff
Marion is a graduate Kentucky State University. In 2022 she received her Bachelor of Arts for Social Work. Marion has been with the Simon House for two years. Marion loves to help people in need. Hearing people say thank you motivates Marion to continue supporting her community.
Ginger Trent
Connie Tyson
Marion Hicks
Shelter Support Staff
Ginger was born in Frankfort, KY. She is a mother of three sons and a daughter. Ginger loves gardening and creating music. She joined the Simon House in November of 2022. Ginger enjoys working at the Simon House because she loves helping people when they need it the most.
Connie Tyson
Connie Tyson
Connie Tyson
Shelter Support Staff
Connie was born in Frankfort, KY. She has worked at the Simon House since 2018. Connie started as a volunteer for our Women with Children shelter. Connie raised her children as a single mother and wanted to help other mothers in need. Her passion for helping others has only grown since she began working for the Simon House. Sent from my iPhone
Cassie Leach
Connie Tyson
Connie Tyson
Shelter Support Staff
Cassie is originally from Frankfort. She is currently a sophomore at Kentucky State University. Cassie is pursuing a degree in Computer Science. Cassie’s passion is making video games, but since she started working at the Simon House she is considering Social Work as she enjoys helping people. The Simon house helped Cassie, and now she has the opportunity to help others.
Our Team:
Timmothy Murray
Denise Anne Beckner
Timmothy Murray
Shelter Support Staff
Timm is originally from Marshall, Missouri. He moved to Frankfort in 2012. Timm has worked in construction for most of his career, but decided he needed a change. He joined the Simon House shelter in 2022. Timm enjoys working at the Simon House because he believes it is integral to the community. He hopes to help transform peoples lives for the better.
Toni Bruton
Denise Anne Beckner
Timmothy Murray
Shelter Support Staff
Toni is from Jefferson City, Missouri. She moved to Frankfort when her father took a job at Kentucky State University 50 years ago. Toni graduated from University of Louisville with a degree in Criminal Justice. She enjoys working at the Simon House because “without places like this, there would be no help.”Say something interesting about your business here.
Denise Anne Beckner
Denise Anne Beckner
Denise Anne Beckner
Shelter Support Staff
Denise is originally from Florida. She moved to Frankfort in July of 2019. Denise has a an extensive background in customer services and childcare services. She once needed the Simon House’s assistance in her time of need. She was moved by the help she received and wants to extend that helping hand to others. Denise i
Shelter Support Staff
Denise is originally from Florida. She moved to Frankfort in July of 2019. Denise has a an extensive background in customer services and childcare services. She once needed the Simon House’s assistance in her time of need. She was moved by the help she received and wants to extend that helping hand to others. Denise is pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Corrextional Behavioral Services at the University of Phoenix.
Joe Morgan
Sarah Wingate Schultze
Denise Anne Beckner
Shelter Support Staff
Joe is from Bedford, KY. He has spent most of his career working in Construction. Joe found out about the Simon House when seeking help. He was inspired by the help he received. Joe decided he wanted to join our team in order to help his community. "The Simon House changed my life, maybe I can help do the same for others."
Sarah Wingate Schultze
Sarah Wingate Schultze
Sarah Wingate Schultze
Shelter Support Staff
Sarah is Frankfort, KY native. She graduated from Georgetown College with a Bachelor’s Degree in English. Sarah has spent most of her career as an Administrative Professional. She has three adult children and six grandchildren. Sarah has become interested in helping the people in her community who needs help the most. She gets to fulfill that dream at the Simon House.
