Stan Wagner

Ask Stan Wagner how many friends he has at The Kenney, and he answers, “How many people are here?” “I’m friendly with everybody,” says the jovial gentleman. He and his daughters looked around at other retirement communities, but when he visited The Kenney, he felt like he belonged.“This is my style, my comfort level,” says Stan, a retired electrical-product salesman who sings in both a men’s barbershop chorus (SeaChordsmen) and a quartet (Raining Sounds). He’s also active in his church, the Seattle First Baptist Church.

He likes the homey atmosphere of The Kenney: the charming old buildings, the park-like grounds, the exercise room (which he resolves to use more often) and the staff. He’s particularly appreciative of an “IT guy” who helps him with computer issues.

He also likes his neighbors. On his way to his apartment, he runs into Bob. They chat about upcoming events and exchange jocular barbs before continuing on their separate ways. Stan apologizes to his guests for the delay.

“I can’t pass anyone without saying, ‘hello’,” he says.