“You hear laughing here every day. People planning their day, where they’re going. That’s living!”
In 1990, Epworth Villa opened its doors, and we’ve been flourishing ever since. Our residents include singles and couples from all walks of life. Retired teachers, ministers, military, veterans, physicians, lawyers, small business owners, full-time homemakers, and more, all united by an enthusiasm for life and each other. True, deep friendships are made among those who live here, and the result is a sense of community you’ll not likely find anywhere else.
Epworth Villa was founded by and is affiliated with the Oklahoma Conference of the United Methodist Church. However, you’ll find people of many denominations living here. Welcoming people of all backgrounds and faiths is one of the reasons our community has such vitality and strength.
As a locally owned not-for-profit Life Plan Community, we reinvest our revenue after expenses back into the community to maintain staff and our beautiful environment and to keep enhancing services and amenities.
As the senior population continues to grow, we will continue to adjust to meet their expanding needs and their desire to embrace all that life has to offer.
To make an appointment for lunch and a private tour, just call 405‑752‑1200, or send us an email here.
Executive Team
Ron Kelly
President/CEO
Formerly of Frisco, Texas, Ron joined Epworth Villa as its new president and CEO in October 2017.
Prior to joining Epworth, Ron was executive director of Presbyterian Village North in Dallas, which serves over 500 senior residents. He was also with United Methodist-affiliated Wesley Manor in Frankfort, Indiana, for 17 years, serving as its president and CEO, and previously as chief financial officer. While there, Ron led a $12 million expansion and renovation project.
Ron believes that it is a privilege to serve older adults and to support the caregivers and service professionals who meet their needs. He also hopes that the way he leads and serves others will bring glory to God.
Ken Bullock
Chief Financial Officer
Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, Ken holds a BS degree in Business Administration from Towson State University, an Accounting Certificate from the University of Baltimore, and a CPA certification from the State of Maryland.
Prior affiliations include Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Edenwald Retirement Community (2003-2018), Corporate Controller for the Episcopal Ministries to the Aging (1998-2003), Director of Accounting for Adventist Home Health (1996-1998) and Accounting Manager for the Greater Baltimore Medical Center (1993-1996).
Ken and his wife, Gretchen, have three dogs and enjoy exploring Oklahoma.
Lauren Cantu, NHA, MPH
Chief Operating Officer
Lauren holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska and a Master of Public Health degree from the University of Minnesota. Prior to joining Epworth Villa, she worked at a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Overland Park, Kansas, and did regional consulting in Missouri and Kansas for a provider of long-term care management services.
Lauren is a Nursing Home Administrator with licenses in multiple states and, in 2019, received a Health Services Executive (HSE) credential.
Lauren joined Epworth Villa in 2011 at the beginning of a 3 year, 78-million-dollar construction and renovation project that impacted the entire campus. She values the ability to work in a faith-based community that encourages praying with each other and those we serve.
Kathy Logsdon
Director of Sales and Marketing
Kathy joined Epworth Villa as Director of Sales and Marketing in February 2017. A native of Kansas, she has made Oklahoma her home since 1981. She is a wife and mother, with 3 children and 2 grandchildren.
Kathy’s journey in Senior Living began in 1989 as part of Epworth Villa’s original team of sales counselors and the management team taking pre-construction reservations. In 1990, after Epworth opened its doors, Kathy remained for another year until occupancy was met.
Her career has included local real estate development, sales and marketing, and then, in 2011, Sales and Marketing Director of a Senior Living community in Edmond. Under Kathy’s leadership, the community saw increased sales for 7 consecutive years. In 2017, she rejoined Epworth Villa as Director of Sales and Marketing.
Dianna Beasley, SPHR
Director of Human Development and Engagement
Dianna joined Epworth Villa as Director of Human Development and Engagement in January 2015. She brings with her over 20 years of experience in Human Resources Management in a variety of industries, including health care, defense contracting and the oilfield.
Dianna holds a BA degree in Business Administration from the University of Washington and an MBA degree from the University of Oklahoma. Additionally, she maintains both the Society of Human Resource Management SHRM-SCP designation and the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.
Dianna and her family have made Edmond, OK their home for the last 16 years.
Board of Directors
Rev. Derrek Belase
Randy Compton
Scott Davis
Dr. Steve Ford
Jacob Jean
Dr. Glen Jonson
Craig Knutson
Rev. Tish Malloy
Tom McDaniel
Victoria Caldwell
Christopher Papin
Barbara Perry
Dr. Bob Spinks
Rev. Valerie Steele
