Executive Director: Jeff Kerby
Jeff is a Colonel in the Army Reserve with 33 years of service including tours in Afghanistan,Saudi Arabia,and Kuwait. He is a Physician Assistant with St. Thomas Medical Partners in Nashville, TN. He is married to Trish Kerby. They have two adult children: Kristen and Cameron. He attends the Otter Creek Church of Christ in Brentwood, TN.
"In our sixth year, I cannot be prouder of the work of our team leaders, board members , volunteers, and donors. This is hard work. This takes dedicated men and women working every single day and sometimes into the night. This takes enthusiastic contributors who believe in what we do and it takes careful stewards of every dime they give us. This works and continues to work by the grace of God and His Spirit in us working together to meet the needs of the people we serve. It is hard work to meet a simple, uncomplicated basic need: we get people in and out of their home. All you have to do is "flip" through the photos on this website to see that hope on their faces"
"In our sixth year, I cannot be prouder of the work of our team leaders, board members , volunteers, and donors. This is hard work. This takes dedicated men and women working every single day and sometimes into the night. This takes enthusiastic contributors who believe in what we do and it takes careful stewards of every dime they give us. This works and continues to work by the grace of God and His Spirit in us working together to meet the needs of the people we serve. It is hard work to meet a simple, uncomplicated basic need: we get people in and out of their home. All you have to do is "flip" through the photos on this website to see that hope on their faces"
Managing Director: Chris Sharpe
Chris has been in the printing industry for over 20 years, doing everything from graphic logo design to the operation and repair of printing presses and equipment. He now works for a large non-profit printer in West Columbia, that produces, prints, and distributes three different Christian magazines all over the world. He has lived in Lexington, SC his whole life, and is happily married with two teenage boys that volunteer regularly with EmmanuWheel.
“It is amazing to me what God can do when you just make yourself available to do His work. EmmanuWheel is a wonderful way to take part in a one-day missions trip that may be right next door. It is such a joy to work shoulder to shoulder with my brothers and sisters in Christ as we represent Jesus to those in need.”
“It is amazing to me what God can do when you just make yourself available to do His work. EmmanuWheel is a wonderful way to take part in a one-day missions trip that may be right next door. It is such a joy to work shoulder to shoulder with my brothers and sisters in Christ as we represent Jesus to those in need.”
Board Member: Rick Chamberlain
Rick is the Engineering Team Lead for the North American Utility division of General Cable Corporation headquartered in Highland Heights, Kentucky. His 19 year cable career began with Pirelli Cables in Lexington, South Carolina and has taken him to Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, British Columbia, and now Kentucky. He has three adult children and ten grandchildren and is a member of the Lexington Church of Christ.
“I travel a good bit with my job but always relish the time coming home to my family and church family in Lexington. I have only been able to help build a couple of ramps at this point, but certainly believe in the mission and focus of EmmanuWheel. I think it is important, no vital, for people who have been given the blessings of health and resources to share with those in need, sometimes without either. God has already blessed these efforts and I believe he will continue to do so as long as we give him the glory and keep doing what we can and should.”
Rick is the Engineering Team Lead for the North American Utility division of General Cable Corporation headquartered in Highland Heights, Kentucky. His 19 year cable career began with Pirelli Cables in Lexington, South Carolina and has taken him to Georgia, North Carolina, Texas, British Columbia, and now Kentucky. He has three adult children and ten grandchildren and is a member of the Lexington Church of Christ.
“I travel a good bit with my job but always relish the time coming home to my family and church family in Lexington. I have only been able to help build a couple of ramps at this point, but certainly believe in the mission and focus of EmmanuWheel. I think it is important, no vital, for people who have been given the blessings of health and resources to share with those in need, sometimes without either. God has already blessed these efforts and I believe he will continue to do so as long as we give him the glory and keep doing what we can and should.”
Board Member: Sandi Chamberlain
Sandi works in the finance division of the South Carolina Office of the Attorney General. Married to Rick for 42 years and counting, they have 3 grown children, 10 grandchildren and one more on the way. Sandi is a member of the Lexington Church of Christ since 1993.
“What a joy to be involved with Emmanuwheel! “I’ve been privileged to help with 3 or 4 builds and enjoy the work. It’s so rewarding to finish the job and see the joy on a client’s face when they roll down the ramp for the first time. It’s an honor to be able to pray with each client and share the love of God that has been poured out on me. I thank God for using Emmanuwheel to touch the lives of the hurting.”
Sandi works in the finance division of the South Carolina Office of the Attorney General. Married to Rick for 42 years and counting, they have 3 grown children, 10 grandchildren and one more on the way. Sandi is a member of the Lexington Church of Christ since 1993.
“What a joy to be involved with Emmanuwheel! “I’ve been privileged to help with 3 or 4 builds and enjoy the work. It’s so rewarding to finish the job and see the joy on a client’s face when they roll down the ramp for the first time. It’s an honor to be able to pray with each client and share the love of God that has been poured out on me. I thank God for using Emmanuwheel to touch the lives of the hurting.”
Board Member: Tom Dominick
Tom is a retired Chemical Engineer who spent most of his professional life in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has worked for Ciba Geigy Corporation, Ethyl Corp, and Albermarle and is a former Air Force Officer. He is a graduate of LSU. He earned his MBA in 1985. His work has included international marketing and sales including assignments in Tokyo and Germany, a period as the developer and implementer of a corporate quality management process reporting to the company president, a stint as a plant manager, and as VP new products, a stint as Albemarle’s regional managing director Asia Pacific operations, and an assignment to Brussels, Belgium as Albemarle’s regional managing director of operations for Europe. He was also on the design team for the B-1 Bomber. In March of 2002 a major brain hemorrhage resulted in left hemiplegia and wheelchair confinement. He and his wife Joan moved to Lexington, South Carolina to be nearer to their youngest son and enjoy beautiful Lake Murray. They are members of the Lexington Church of Christ.
"Being a board member for EmmanuWheel gives me the opportunity to participate in the important work the organization does in spite of my physical limitations. Being confined to a wheelchair gives me a hands on perspective of the impact of the projects on the lives of people who are having a rough patch in their existence. In addition it gives me routine business like contact with other results -oriented Christian people; good for me as well as providing needed help to others."
"Being a board member for EmmanuWheel gives me the opportunity to participate in the important work the organization does in spite of my physical limitations. Being confined to a wheelchair gives me a hands on perspective of the impact of the projects on the lives of people who are having a rough patch in their existence. In addition it gives me routine business like contact with other results -oriented Christian people; good for me as well as providing needed help to others."
Board Member: Randy Hammond
Randy is employed by a state agency in information technology and has been there for over 25 years. He is also employed by his church, Mt Horeb United Methodist. In addition, Randy works as an income tax preparer and teaches classes on a wide range of tax topics. He serves as the president of his HOA.
He has been married to Sheila for seven years. They enjoy playing on the church co-ed softball team, spending time on the lake with their golden retriever, and traveling.
“I felt truly honored and blessed to have been able to know Ed Hartung and work with him, although it was only for 3 builds before he went to be with our Lord. Sheila and I have worked on a number of builds over the years. The impact of this ministry is amazing. Not just to the people receiving the ramp, but also to those involved in the building process."
He has been married to Sheila for seven years. They enjoy playing on the church co-ed softball team, spending time on the lake with their golden retriever, and traveling.
“I felt truly honored and blessed to have been able to know Ed Hartung and work with him, although it was only for 3 builds before he went to be with our Lord. Sheila and I have worked on a number of builds over the years. The impact of this ministry is amazing. Not just to the people receiving the ramp, but also to those involved in the building process."
Board Member: Charlotte Hartung
When I was asked to be on the EmmanuWheel Board of Directors, I did not hesitate to accept. My beloved husband, Ed Hartung, entered the kingdom of heaven on May, 9. 2012. Ed was passionate about building wheelchair ramps for those in need. He started building ramps in Tulsa, OK. His team built a ramp most every week for 12 years. They are still going strong! When we moved back to SC in 2008, Ed knew that something was missing in his life! Presto – Jeff Kerby and Ed connected and became bonded Christian brothers. It is a priority for me and my children to keep Ed’s legacy moving forward.
God has a plan for all of us and I pray that I will listen to Him and follow the right track. I work part time for Weight Watchers and I am involved in many areas at my church, Mt. Horeb United Methodist. I have six grandchildren – such a joy in my life. God has blessed our family and I pray that I will be a good and faithful servant!
When I was asked to be on the EmmanuWheel Board of Directors, I did not hesitate to accept. My beloved husband, Ed Hartung, entered the kingdom of heaven on May, 9. 2012. Ed was passionate about building wheelchair ramps for those in need. He started building ramps in Tulsa, OK. His team built a ramp most every week for 12 years. They are still going strong! When we moved back to SC in 2008, Ed knew that something was missing in his life! Presto – Jeff Kerby and Ed connected and became bonded Christian brothers. It is a priority for me and my children to keep Ed’s legacy moving forward.
God has a plan for all of us and I pray that I will listen to Him and follow the right track. I work part time for Weight Watchers and I am involved in many areas at my church, Mt. Horeb United Methodist. I have six grandchildren – such a joy in my life. God has blessed our family and I pray that I will be a good and faithful servant!
Board Member: Jimmy Kirby
Jimmy is a service engineer for one of South Carolinas largest health care providers. He is married and has two wonderful daughters. Jimmy is also a member of Lexington Church of Christ.
"I have been involved with EmmanuWheel since the beginning and the satisfaction of seeing the joy on the clients face when they are able to leave the home unassisted is what keeps me going ramp after ramp! Being able to say prayer with the client and the interacting before and after a build is a testament that God is in control of this ministry. Representing the Kingdom of God is performed in so many ways in this world and I am proud to do my part with EmmanuWheel! "
"I have been involved with EmmanuWheel since the beginning and the satisfaction of seeing the joy on the clients face when they are able to leave the home unassisted is what keeps me going ramp after ramp! Being able to say prayer with the client and the interacting before and after a build is a testament that God is in control of this ministry. Representing the Kingdom of God is performed in so many ways in this world and I am proud to do my part with EmmanuWheel! "
Team Leader: Ken Bickel
Ken Bickel is a sales representative with a large Financial Services company based out of Troy Michigan. He is a 1981 graduate of Virginia Tech and has lived his adult life in South Carolina. Ken is married to Donna and has one son, Casey. He is a member of Mt. Horeb United Methodist Church.
"Taking over for Ed was a real 'stepping out of the boat' experience for me. Ed was so knowlegable and gracious with all the ramp clients and volunteers. He loved the Lord and was a beacon to all who worked with him in the ramp ministry. I felt I couldn't fill his shoes but I also felt the best way to honor Ed would be to step up to insure his beloved ramp ministry kept up the work of the Lord. Thankfully I have great volunteers who have stepped up to make the job a most rewarding experience.
I love our volunteers who work so hard to find a way to help any way possible. The ramp ministry gives us all the opportunity to serve as Christ's disciples in our community.
"Taking over for Ed was a real 'stepping out of the boat' experience for me. Ed was so knowlegable and gracious with all the ramp clients and volunteers. He loved the Lord and was a beacon to all who worked with him in the ramp ministry. I felt I couldn't fill his shoes but I also felt the best way to honor Ed would be to step up to insure his beloved ramp ministry kept up the work of the Lord. Thankfully I have great volunteers who have stepped up to make the job a most rewarding experience.
I love our volunteers who work so hard to find a way to help any way possible. The ramp ministry gives us all the opportunity to serve as Christ's disciples in our community.
Team Leader: Cliff Brown
Cliff is married to Carol for 25 years and they have a son Andrew. Cliff has been working at NCR for 35+ years starting off as a cash register service man in Denver, CO. Later he moved to Columbia supporting UNIX systems and is currently administering customer systems.. His hobbies are barbershop singing and trying to tame "The Farm" in Leesville.
“Everyday there are people waking up in a hospital bed and being told that they will never walk again. Most of the time it is very unexpected and they were not prepared for that possibility. This is very rewarding for me to be able to build something and help those in need, and to see that person roll up and down the ramp. We give them back some of their freedom.”
“Everyday there are people waking up in a hospital bed and being told that they will never walk again. Most of the time it is very unexpected and they were not prepared for that possibility. This is very rewarding for me to be able to build something and help those in need, and to see that person roll up and down the ramp. We give them back some of their freedom.”
Team Leader: Cindy Cox
Cindy is a Clemson University engineering grad who spent 20 years working at the DOE Savannah River Site in engineering, management and training/instructor positions. She retired 15 years ago to take up her true and greatest vocation - to raise her children. Cindy has spent these years as a Stay At Home Mom, consultant and volunteer.
She is mother to Laura and Leigh Ann and wife to Mark. Cindy is a member of the Lexington Church of Christ.
" I love my team – we are an all girl team made up primarily of the girls in our youth group. It is a true gift from God to bless others with a ramp and the girls with the experience and confidence they get from these builds!"
She is mother to Laura and Leigh Ann and wife to Mark. Cindy is a member of the Lexington Church of Christ.
" I love my team – we are an all girl team made up primarily of the girls in our youth group. It is a true gift from God to bless others with a ramp and the girls with the experience and confidence they get from these builds!"
Team Leader: Colin Jeffcoat
Colin 'C.J.' Jeffcoat IV is blessed with a beautiful and wonderful wife, Sugar. Together they have four children.
Colin is currently a full time student working towards dual degrees, one in nursing and another in healthcare management. He works with a publishing firm, N2 Publishing, in putting together high end publications for the more affluent neighborhoods around the Columbia area.
God has blessed Colin to be involved in giving back to his community in various ways, such as working with the youth at his church, Kittiwake Baptist. He also serves as a deacon as well as serving on the church finance committee. Colin is blessed and enjoys the work with Emmanuwheel in giving back to those in the community whom cannot do for themselves.
Colin is currently a full time student working towards dual degrees, one in nursing and another in healthcare management. He works with a publishing firm, N2 Publishing, in putting together high end publications for the more affluent neighborhoods around the Columbia area.
God has blessed Colin to be involved in giving back to his community in various ways, such as working with the youth at his church, Kittiwake Baptist. He also serves as a deacon as well as serving on the church finance committee. Colin is blessed and enjoys the work with Emmanuwheel in giving back to those in the community whom cannot do for themselves.
Team Leader: Matthew MacDonald
Matthew MacDonald grew up in Buffalo, NY. He has a beautiful wife, Erin, and 3 wonderful children.
He studied Electronics Engineering, and is currently working as a Radiology Engineer. In his spare time he enjoys biking, fishing, hunting, guitar and spending time with his children. He is an animal lover, and frequently fosters dogs through various rescue agencies. He is very grateful to be a part of EmmanuWheel and gets much satisfaction from helping those in need.
He studied Electronics Engineering, and is currently working as a Radiology Engineer. In his spare time he enjoys biking, fishing, hunting, guitar and spending time with his children. He is an animal lover, and frequently fosters dogs through various rescue agencies. He is very grateful to be a part of EmmanuWheel and gets much satisfaction from helping those in need.
Team Leader: Kathleen Rainey
Team Leader: David Rainey
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Kathleen Rainey attends Kittiwake Baptist Church. She enjoys making Jeff Kerby's coffee into iced coffee (ask him). Her hobbies are gardening, bird watching and hunting. Kathleen truly enjoys the ministry of Emmanuwheel. She comes to serve and not be served and believes that faith without works is dead faith.
David Rainey is a member of Kittiwake Baptist Church. He likes working with Emmanuwheel because it provides one of many ways to serve and evangelize at the same time and to glorify God while meeting a true need for someone . |
Client Intake Coordinator: Mary Turner
Mary is a retired secretary from the Lexington Church of Christ who loves to travel and watch the Clemson Tigers play football. She has been married to her husband John for 35 years and has two adult children Staci & Jonathan.
As a member of the Lexington Church of Christ.I have been aware of Emmanuwheel from its inception and the many people who have been served by this ministry. My husband John and I have helped build ramps with several different groups. It is such a blessing to see the smile on the recipients face when they use the ramp for the first time. To God Be The Glory!
As a member of the Lexington Church of Christ.I have been aware of Emmanuwheel from its inception and the many people who have been served by this ministry. My husband John and I have helped build ramps with several different groups. It is such a blessing to see the smile on the recipients face when they use the ramp for the first time. To God Be The Glory!
