Resident of the Month

Assisted Living & Memory Care

Pamela Reese

Pamela West Reese was born on January 12, 1954, and is originally from Greenville, South Carolina. A proud Seneca Bobcat, Pamela graduated in 1972 and went on to enjoy a 23-year career with Southern Bell.

Throughout her life, Pamela has always enjoyed staying active and having fun. Some of her favorite pastimes have included water skiing, snow skiing, and playing softball. She also has a special love for animals and enjoys working on puzzles.

Pamela joined the Legacy Reserve family on May 18, 2026. She especially enjoys the activities and the wonderful people she has met here. She loves that her fellow residents are fun to talk with and take the time to truly get to know one another.

Easygoing and kindhearted, Pamela has a natural way of helping others feel comfortable. She says Legacy feels special because everyone is comfortable and the staff makes residents feel at home. We are delighted to celebrate Pamela West Reese as our Resident of the Month!

Her advice to young people is: "Start early saving your money and it will grow.

Independent Living

Shirley Salter

Marie Makawicz was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, where she grew up with her parents and sister. During high school, she was head cheerleader and met the love of her life, Ron “Jazz” Makawicz. Her yearbook quote, “She has a thing for Jazz,” proved true, as the two married shortly after graduation and built a beautiful life together, raising two daughters and a son.

Determined to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse, Marie workedas a school crossing guard and bus driver while continuing her education. Her dedication led her to become both an LPN and later a Registered Nurse. Throughout her nursing career, including her work in hospice care, she touched countless lives with her compassion and kindness.

After moving to South Carolina, Marie continued to embrace life with strength and resilience, even after the loss of her beloved husband of 40 years. She enjoyed traveling with friends, visiting destinations such as Italy, Alaska, and Ireland, along with many cruises and beach vacations.

Since retiring in 2003, Marie has enjoyed spending time with her growing family. She is a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to a wonderful family.

Congratulations to our July Resident of the Month, Marie Makawicz!