In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, we sit down with Marchell Fletcher—someone you may recognize from the golf course, but whose first passion was racing. Marchell is a five-time Autocross National Champion, a title earned through years of focus, discipline, and a love for competition. She also shares stories from endurance events like the Iron Horse bike race and how that competitive mindset has shaped her approach to life. We talk about her journey, her transition into new passions, and what she enjoys most about living in Westbrook Village. As always, this podcast is about sharing the stories that make this community special—and if listening makes you curious about calling Westbrook Village home, I’m always happy to help.

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, Realtor Steve sits down with Robin Krapfl, a fierce competitor and inspiring presence on the Westbrook Village golf courses. Robin shares her journey in the game, her love of competition, and what continues to drive her passion for golf at the highest level.

Recently named the 2025 Arizona Golf Association Women’s Player of the Year and Co-Senior Women’s Player of the Year, Robin talks about staying mentally sharp, physically competitive, and deeply connected to the game she loves. Beyond the trophies, she reflects on the friendships, discipline, and sense of purpose golf has brought into her life.

This conversation is also a great example of what makes Westbrook Village so special, an active community filled with people who continue to challenge themselves, support one another, and live life with intention.

As always, this podcast is Steve’s way of giving back by sharing neighbors’ stories while supporting the show through his work helping people buy and sell homes right here in Westbrook Village.

🎧 Tune in for an energizing conversation about competition, community, and loving the game at every stage of life.

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, Steve sits down with Doris Mancell, whose story is rooted in hard work, generosity, and a lifelong love of helping others. Doris grew up on a farm in Minnesota’s Red River Valley, where she learned how to do just about everything, including changing oil and fixing what needed fixing.

After a short time teaching in California, Doris returned to Minnesota to raise her family and continue her teaching career, a role she truly loved. Early in their marriage, Doris and her husband naturally leaned into their strengths. Doris handled the car maintenance while her husband did the cooking, a small detail that perfectly reflects the teamwork that shaped their life together.

Doris also shares the unforgettable experience of appearing on a game show with her husband and winning prizes worth nearly half of their annual income. Today, she talks about how those experiences and her passion for helping people eventually led her to Westbrook Village, a place she is proud to call home.

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, Realtor Steve sits down with Amy Wardick, a familiar and friendly face in the pro shop at the Westbrook Village golf courses. Known for her welcoming smile and positive energy, Amy has become a favorite among members and guests alike.

During the conversation, Amy shares her personal story, including the strong influence her grandfather had on her life and values, as well as the story of how she met her husband. It’s a thoughtful, heartfelt look at the experiences and relationships that shaped who she is today.

Meet Your Neighbor is a community-driven podcast created to highlight the people who make Westbrook Village such a special place to live. The show is supported by Steve’s real estate business, which allows him to share these stories while helping residents buy and sell homes right here in the community.

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, Realtor Steve sits down with Marc Parenteau for a candid conversation about resilience, perseverance, and the moments that shape a life.

Marc grew up in the small town of Brooks, Minnesota, where he learned early the value of hard work and determination. His college years brought unexpected challenges—including being asked not to return after a difficult sophomore year—but Marc refused to let setbacks define him. He fought his way back, finished on time, and along the way even stepped into the boxing ring, competing in Golden Gloves bouts to honor his dad.

Now a resident of Westbrook Village, Marc shares how those experiences influenced his leadership, his decision to found The Geezers, and his passion for building community. This 30-minute episode is packed with powerful stories, life lessons, and reflections that go far beyond what you might expect at first glance.

If you enjoy real stories about grit, growth, and the people who make Westbrook Village such a special place to live, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

This is a special episode of Meet Your Neighbor, dedicated to a cause that is deeply personal and close to the heart. In this conversation, I sit down with Sandy Lehman to share her story and help promote a fundraising golf tournament benefiting Multiple Sclerosis.

Sandy grew up in a small lumber town in northwestern Montana before moving to Minnesota at 18, where she spent most of her life building family, friendships, and community. Today, she proudly calls Westbrook Village home and speaks about how much the support and generosity of this community means to her especially when it comes to coming together for important causes.

This episode focuses on Sandy’s journey as a mother, advocate, and organizer, and on why this MS fundraising golf event matters so much to her family after her daughter’s diagnosis. It’s a powerful reminder of how community, compassion, and action can make a real difference.

If you’re interested in supporting the event, participating, or learning more, please reach out to the contacts below:

Golf Tournament Contact Information:

Sandy Lehman – [email protected]

Margie Newman – [email protected]

Thank you for listening, sharing, and helping spread awareness for a cause that touches so many lives.

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, I sit down with William J. Barbuto, a retired Battalion Chief whose life story spans service, sacrifice, and a well-earned new chapter in Arizona.

Bill grew up in the Bronx playing stickball in the streets — a childhood built on grit, community, and looking out for one another. That foundation led him to serve our country as a United States Marine, and later to a long and distinguished career with the New York City Fire Department. Rising through the ranks to Battalion Chief, Bill spent decades answering the call in one of the toughest cities in the world, leading others with experience, humility, and heart.

In our conversation, Bill reflects on growing up in New York, the brotherhood of the Marines and the fire service, and the moments that stay with you long after retirement. He also shares his personal journey west — what drew him to Arizona, what he was searching for in his next chapter, and how he ultimately discovered and chose Westbrook Village as the place to call home.

This episode is a reminder that real estate is about more than houses — it’s about lifestyle, community, and finding the right place for what comes next. Bill’s story captures the spirit of service, transition, and the power of finding a neighborhood that truly feels like home.

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, I sit down with Sherri Gillett, a woman whose life is guided by faith, compassion, and a willingness to embrace every chapter fully.

Sherri shares what she’s most proud of: the girls she walked alongside through the StreetLight USA program, offering hope, presence, and unconditional support to those who needed it most. Her story is a powerful reminder that sometimes the greatest impact we make is simply showing up for others.

We also talk about reinvention and staying active at every stage of life. At 52, Sherri became a competitive ballroom dancer, and today she channels that same focus and discipline into being a highly competitive pickleball player, proving it’s never too late to find new passions.

One of the most touching moments of the conversation is Sherri’s story of secretly restoring her husband’s Ford pickup truck as a surprise retirement gift, a quiet, thoughtful act of love that perfectly reflects who she is at her core.

This episode is about faith, service, love in action, and finding purpose through every season of life. It’s a beautiful reminder of what it truly means to be a great neighbor.

In this special Year in Review episode of Meet Your Neighbor, Steve is joined by his wife, Kjersten, to reflect on a year of incredible stories, meaningful conversations, and unexpected connections from right here in Westbrook Village.

Together, they look back on favorite episodes, the most surprising moments, and the common themes that kept showing up again and again — service, reinvention, long marriages, community involvement, and the quiet wisdom that comes from full lives well lived. They also share how the podcast has changed the way they see their neighbors, strengthened relationships throughout the community, and deepened their appreciation for the people they’re lucky to call neighbors.

Steve and Kjersten also talk honestly about why this podcast matters beyond storytelling — how listening, curiosity, and trust are at the heart of both Meet Your Neighbor and the way Steve approaches real estate. It’s a reminder that big life transitions, including moves, deserve patience, understanding, and genuine care.

This episode is part reflection, part gratitude, and part invitation — an invitation to keep sharing stories, to keep connecting, and to remember that everyone has a story worth telling.

In this episode of Meet Your Neighbor, I sit down with Ron Butler, a proud Marine originally from Independence, Missouri, whose life has been defined by service, adventure, and staying active.

During his time in the Marines, Ron took challenge to another level—logging more than 100 skydives, not because it was required, but purely for the love of it. That same drive carried him into an early retirement at age 48, and into a new chapter that looks anything but quiet.

Since retiring, Ron has remained deeply involved in his community through volunteering and staying busy with the people and causes that matter most to him. His story is a powerful reminder that retirement isn’t about slowing down—it’s about finding new ways to serve, connect, and live with purpose.

This conversation is a great example of what makes our community so special: neighbors with incredible life stories who continue to show up and make a difference every day.