AAC F A M I L Y F R I E N D S » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » AAC Board Profiles Sherry Bell
Office: Columbia County Clerk (13 years), Magnolia County I was born in: Cook County, Illinois (Chicago)
I got started in county government because: Prior to being elected, I had worked in the Assessor’s office for 16 years, gaining valuable experience in county government and public service. I desired to dedicate my life to this profession. I will follow in my uncle’s footsteps as he was a great mentor and highly
regarded public servant.
What I like most about my county / state is: Our citizens are like a big extended family. The hometown environment provides
When I’m not working I’m: I plan on excursions (traveling by plane, my ’Vette, or our Harley). I can’t wait for my next
adventure to begin!
The accomplishment of which I am most proud: Of parenting my 23-year-old son, Ryan. He not only received his Associate’s Degree at our local university, he went on to complete his education with a bachelor’s
in engineering. Prior to
graduation, he was offered and accepted a position with Haliburton. He is the joy of my life that makes me most
proud!
The hardest thing I have ever done is: As a mother myself, the most difficult times in my life have been supporting my mother after the deaths of her children and grandchild. My brother, sister, and nephew all passed away at young ages. I
can’t even imagine the devastation of the loss of a child.
At the top of my “bucket list” is to: To travel our beautiful United States. My first stop is Hershey, PA (I always heard they give away samples).
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wonderful place for family and friends. Arkansas is the perfect size for both local and state elected officials, to interact on a more intimate level in a collaborative effort to better serve their communities. Even our Governor is
personally accessible to the citizens.
My favorite meal: My specific favorite is most anything CHOCOLATE! Ice cream leads the list!!
Joe Gillenwater
Office: Miller County Quorum Court (12 years) County I was born in: Miller County
I got started in county government because: Being a former Sheriff’s deputy that was advised the last months of one year that we would be paid in scrip (IOUs), I wanted to be a part of a team that would ensure a financially stable and safe county for our citizens and employees.
What I like most about my county / state is: The ability of our people to set differences aside and work together when a situation or tragedy arises.
My favorite meal: Fried catfish with all the trimmings. When I’m not working I’m: Spending time with family.
The accomplishment of which I am most proud: The benefit the Miller County Detention Center will provide our community for years to come.
COUNTY LINES, SUMMER 2011
You might be surprised to learn that: I do love to talk, but public speaking makes me nervous! There is a difference.
My pet peeve is: People in positions of service but do not truly provide a positive experience to those they serve.
Motto or favorite quote: “Let the majors be majors and the minors be minors.”
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The hardest thing I have ever done is: Having to stand aside while allowing children to learn to make their own decisions.
At the top of my “bucket list” is to: Take an Alaskan cruise tour.
You might be surprised to learn that: I love to mow and bushhog because it allows alone-time
to solve issues
without too many distractions. My pet peeve is: Arrogance. Motto or favorite quote:
“You may never know what results come
from your action. But if you do nothing, there will be no result.”
– Ghandi 15
Sherry L. Bell / Columbia Co.
Joe Gillenwater / Miller Co.
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