Shelley was born and raised in North Muskegon and has always had a huge heart for animals, especially senior animals. As our Shelter Manager, Shelley brings compassion, dedication, and a whole lot of love to the animals in our care each day. She has a special soft spot for the older pups and cats who may need a little extra patience, comfort, and attention, and she works hard to make sure every animal who comes through our doors feels safe and loved while they wait for their forever home.
Jane was born, raised, and graduated in Grand Haven. She owned and operated Pampered Pets in Ferrysburg for 20 years. She became a Realtor in 2005 and has worked for Paul Moon and Associates, Century 21, Coldwell Banker, and currently Five Star Real Estate. She has been very active within the Real Estate industry with the Women’s Council of Realtors and Realtors Who Care.
She became a Board member of Noah Project in 2016.
She shares a home in Norton Shores her 4-legged children! She enjoys motorcycles, garage sales, and lounging by the pool. She is passionate about Pet Rescue!
Bill graduated from Muskegon Community College in 1982 with a business management degree and is the President and owner of Weber Lumber.
He has been married for over 30 years to his lovely wife, Lori Beth Vanderweele. Together they have 2 sons and 5 pets.
Bill also volunteers his time to the Muskegon Habitat for Humanity building committee and has been a committee member for 18 years.
In his spare time, you will find him on the golf course or spending time with his family and his pets!
Nancy is a Mona Shores High School graduate who earned dual associate degrees in Accounting and Computer Programming from Muskegon Business College (now Baker College), followed by a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Ministry Leadership from Cornerstone University.
She retired from the Ottawa Area ISD after 10 years as Events Manager, following a 30-year career in banking where she advanced from teller to Project Manager.
Nancy was married to her late husband Ronald for 33 years and has shared her home with five beloved rescue cats, with Emitt as her current companion.
In retirement, Nancy enjoys crafting with friends as an Independent Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator, traveling, hiking, and spending time with loved ones.
Bill Jacobks was a native of Chicago, Illinois, and later moved to Austin, Texas, where he attended graduate school at the University of Texas, studying history and political science.
He and his wife moved to Muskegon, Michigan, where he taught at Muskegon Community College and where his wife was the Assistant Financial Aid director. While at MCC, he attended St. John's Graduate Institute in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and received a Master of Liberal Arts degree.
Following the death of his wife in 2017, Bill published four books of poems in an attempt to find a new life without her. His latest book is titled "Exiled from Zion: Confusion and dim wisdom Through the Non-Lit Day."
His interest in saving animals is similar to his interest in art: to save the least of us is to save ourselves, and if we don't do, who will?