Bill & Debbie Nelson

Office: Gold Canyon

Bill Nelson-- CRS, GRI
Bill earned his Real Estate license in 1999 and joined Lake Realty in April 1, 2001. Retiring after 35 years in the pharmaceutical industry, 16 of which were spent in Arizona, Bill's commitment now is marketing residential real estate and land in the Gold Canyon/Apache Junction/Mesa areas.
Falling in love with the Gold Canyon area, he and his wife Debbie moved to Gold Canyon in 1997 and immediately became involved in the growth of the area. You will find Bill's enthusiasm contagious as you spend time with him looking at the endless possibilities of life in Gold Canyon/Apache Junction.

Debbie Nelson—CRS,GRI
With over 20 years of administrative experience, four of those with a Real Estate office, Debbie has worked as an Office Manager and Executive Assistant for several firms in the East Valley. Since becoming a realtor, she has put her strong people skills to work helping clients find their dream home; or successfully marketing their properties. Debbie is committed to making sure your home buying or selling experience is as smooth as possible.

Please give Bill and Debbie a call today and see what their teamwork can do for you.

Brenda Hopkins

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Brenda, like so many others, has transplanted to Arizona from the colder areas of the nation. She has lived in Massachusetts, and also Michigan, where she attended Brighton High School. Once she found Arizona, she and her husband Ric, were captivated by the friendly people, the weather, and of course, the awesome scenery all around this beautiful state.

Ric and Brenda have been married since 1995; have six children between them, who have blessed them with 13 grandchildren. They also have other family members that mean a lot to them, their dogs, the adorable Dakota and Dippy. Now that the human children are out of the house, Brenda tends to gladly spoil these furry children.

Keeping busy is the norm for Brenda and her past endeavors include: Past Secretary of Harley Davidson Owners Group (HOG), Past Lady of Harley Officer for Chandler HOG Chapter, and she has participated in their Homeowners Association. She enjoys arts and crafts, home decorating and she and her husband are in the throws of a total remodel of their home.

Brenda is driven to work wholeheartedly for her clients whether they are buying or selling. Her motto is, “Never give up.” Now that sounds like a determined person; the kind of person needed to get the job done in this challenging world of real estate. After working diligently for 20 years as an administrative assistant, Brenda is organized, professional, and has the stick-to-it attitude that can carry you through any real estate transaction.

Please give Brenda a call and give her the chance to show you how she will, “Never give up!”

Carol Kingman

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

The East coast was home to Carol and her family until 1990 when they moved to Arizona from the Boston area. You can still hear a hint of that Boston accent if you listen close. Carol and her husband Bob are parents to four grown children and two adorable grandchildren.

After graduating from Arlington High School, Carol enrolled in Lasell College of Nursing and received her Associates Degree. As a nurse, Carol worked in a variety of medical settings. One of her favorite areas was OB/GYN. She also worked in Pediatrics, Audiology, as a Hearing Specialist, and as a School Nurse in the Apache Junction School District.

In 1999, Carol obtained her Real Estate license and began working with her husband Bob as a team. Bob eventually semi-retired and Carol continued on. She joined Weichert, Realtors- Lake Realty and after several years as a successful agent, Carol obtained her Broker’s license and became a Sales Manager within the company.

Carol spends her limited free time reading, working in her yard, or enjoying this warm Arizona weather. She loves animals and one way to spend time with them and let her nurturing side out is by pet sitting. Carol’s pet sitting is a welcomed diversion after a hectic day.

Her caring nature, dedication to her clients, and knowledge of real estate has made her a valued asset to her clients and the company. Carol will make you feel like you’ve known her forever and she truly cares about your needs.

“I pride myself in providing the best customer service possible. I listen to the client,” says Carol. Don’t miss the opportunity to work with Carol. You will not be disappointed.

Carol May

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Gold Canyon is definitely Carol's number one all time choice for work, home and enjoyment. Carol joined Weichert Realtors®/Lake Realty in 2006 after having lived and worked in Las Vegas, Nevada for over 25 years.

Carol's career experiences are diversified and varied. She spent several years in the Airline Industry as a Contracts Administrator. She achieved her BS degree in Education from UNLV, owned and operated her own Farmers Insurance Agency for 15 years, and has held a Real Estate license for over 12 years.

Friends and neighbors in the Gold Canyon are special to her and she enjoys the time she gets to spend with them. She is a “yearning' golfer,” volunteers time at her church, and is an elected HOA Board Member in her community. Carol loves to travel, and her grandchildren, family, and very supportive husband round out the joy in her life.

Integrity, hard work and determination mark her success in selling homes as well as finding just the right properties for her clients. As a problem solver, Carol works diligently to get the job done as she supports her clients from contract to closing.

Carol Ahl

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

When we think of Minnesota or Wisconsin we think…cold. But Carolyn Ahl thinks…home. She grew up in Minnesota, played violin in her high school orchestra, played softball and ice skated every chance she got. While still in high school she began working for Northwestern Bell and continued working in the Bell system for years. She married in 1963, had two children, Cathy and Erik, but was widowed in 1971. She met and married Roger Ahl in 1974 and they have been happily together for 35 years.

Roger and Carolyn spend part of their time in the cool country of Chaska, Minnesota and six months in our beautiful Gold Canyon. While not working at real estate, Carolyn spends time in the arts. She has taken numerous classes in sculpting where she has learned to make molds, cast bronze, weld and patina bronzes. Carolyn loves this artform and says, “I spent a week at the Bryce Thompson Arboretum and took stone sculpture classes from some Zimbabwe artists.” She also heads to Scottsdale on a weekly basis when she’s here to take acrylic painting classes. You can also find her with her reading a good book and says she loves to read all types of literature.

One of Carolyn’s many great qualities is her patience which goes right along with her caretaking personality. She genuinely likes people and she has a way of understanding and communicating with people that endures them to her.

“My guiding philosophy is to help people navigate through the real estate system with honesty and integrity.” Let Carolyn be your navigator in your next real estate transaction. She’ll show you the way.

Cathy Longman

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Cathy came to Weichert-Lake Realty in 2011 and has had her license since mid-2009. She prides herself on her strong work ethic. Cathy says, “When there is a job to be done, I want to do it well. I am honest, trustworthy and loyal. I go far above and beyond with buyers and sellers in helping them in the home purchasing and selling process.”

Her past history of accomplishments gives you an idea of Cathy’s amazing stamina and drive. She graduated form the University of Illinois—Champaign/Urbana campus with a major in History. Then she went on to University of Missouri: School of Law, and is now licensed to practice law in Illinois, Missouri and California.

She is a member of the Gold Canyon Business Association and will soon be joining the Lion’s Club. Singing with the Scottsdale Sweet Adeline Chorus is a passion for Cathy as they perform throughout the Valley and they compete internationally. In fact, this Chorus placed first in the Sweet Adelines International competition in 2010.

Cathy is well-versed in the Mountain Brook community and lives happily there with her two cats, Troi and Turley. Keep an eye out for her at one of the many Village activities she frequents; she would love to meet you.

Cindy Burton

Danette Ellis

Realtor, REO Specialist

Office: Gold Canyon

David Maro

Realtor, REO Specialist

Office: Gold Canyon

The beauty of the Bay area in California couldn’t hold Danette even though she was born and raised there. She decided to move to Arizona in 2000 after she and her husband had spent some time here on business. Once they sold their insurance business, they headed to our sunny state and Danette became an Arizona realtor.

Danette obtained her Real Estate License in 1996 while living in California and is committed to all details of the real estate business. With a strong background in land sales Danette can assist you in locating the perfect home site. She’s also a great source of knowledge in land acquisitions and real property investments; including 1031 exchanges.

You can find Danette on her off time in the company of her beloved dog Maggie, “The Wonder Dog” and Tom Cat, a beautiful and tolerant feline. Danette says, “Training dogs is my VERY passionate hobby.” She teaches classes on dog agility, the Frisbee and does demos with the amazing Maggie. Other off time is well spent volunteering at Apache Junction Animal Control. And she hopes to join PAWS as a volunteer trainer for Assist Dogs.

Being a “people-person,” Danette is quick to make you feel comfortable and you’ll clearly see her enthusiasm and commitment to this business and her clients. Since being in Real Estate Danette has been awarded the Outstanding Sales Performance Award in 2000 and the Achievement Award for Sales and Service in 2008. Danette has kept up with the latest developments in this changing real estate market and recently earned her certificate as an REO (Real Estate Owned) Specialist.

Securing your trust by her commitment to you is vitally important to Danette and she wants to be considered “Your Trusted Advisor.” Please give Danette a call and place your trust and all of your real estate needs in her hands.

Debra Nine

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Raised in Flagstaff Arizona, Debra found her way to the Gold Canyon area apx. 20 years ago and fell in love with the area. She has been here ever since. Now that their kids are grown and out of the house, Debra and her husband Gary are getting ready to move into the new home they are building in Queen Valley. They both have a desire for the wide-open spaces and a rural lifestyle.

Debra has been a REALTOR® with Lake Realty for over 5 years. She loves sharing the area with her new clients and helping them buy their little piece of paradise. Debra has always loved being near the Superstition Mountains and watching it from her backyard.

Debra has 4 kids, 4 grandkids and 3 dogs. While not at work, she loves to golf, hike, boat and do just about anything that you can do outdoors. Debra has always been very involved in the area. She has served on the DARE board, Relay for Life, Ronald McDonald House board, Kid’s first, 4-H, and is a current member of the Pinal County Crime Victim Board. Debra and her husband are also part owner of Los Gringos Locos, a local Mexican food restaurant.

If you are looking for a REALTOR® who has a passion for her community and for the people she serves, then you owe it to yourself to give her a call today. Let her show you our great outdoors!

Donna Tarro

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Bio to Come!

Erma Gilchrist

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Not many people can say they are Arizona natives but Erma can wear that banner proudly. She was born and raised in Az on a family farm in Chandler. The farm life provides the awesome opportunity to have horses, and Erma grew up riding and participating in barrel racing.

After graduating from her hometown high school, Chandler High, Erma married Gary and moved on to another rural area, Queen Creek. They eventually moved a little closer to Florence, where they still reside. She has three amazing children who keep active by participating in sports, singing, and playing musical instruments.

Of course a farm girl who is used to spending her days in the outdoors would love to go camping and Erma does just that. She and her family enjoy free time together hunting, camping and fishing.

Growing up, Erma’s family owned a western wear store where she learned some valuable lessons about customer service. Erma says, “ I learned early on that customer service was important to all aspects of business.” She carries that philosophy with her into the world of real estate. Erma has had her real estate license since 2004 and is now working full time serving the East Valley.

Treating people with kindness and respect is Erma’s trademark. She is not afraid to profess that she lives her life by observing the Golden Rule. Her faith is in first place in her life and then family and career. This makes Erma an honest, dependable and trustworthy agent who will respect your needs and concerns.

Please give Erma a call. “I’m ready to assist in the home finding or selling process. Let’s get started!”

Ginger Morrison

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Bio to come!

Jeannie Dexter

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Following in the footsteps of her grandparents, uncle and father, Jeannie is very excited to be a part of the Weichert, Realtors-Lake Realty "family” and to carry on the family profession as a Realtor®. Born and raised in the Apache Junction area, she graduated from Superstition Mountain Elementary School, Apache Junction Jr. High, and Apache Junction High School. Jeannie’s enthusiasm for life and this community shines through when you speak with her. And coming from a family of Realtors® who have also spent most of their lives in this area, she can’t help but be committed to her hometown.

Family and contributing to her community are very important aspects of Jeannie’s life. Her passion for her kids, Jordan, Michael and Luke, and anyone else’s kids, is evident as she uses her off time serving and ministering to teens. She says, “I am very active with the student ministries at my church where my husband, Ray, my kids and I spend most of our spare time.” Jeannie knows how to make these kids feel cared for and appreciated as they laugh, swim and eat together in her home. She also loves to read, play card games, bowl and if any opportunity to go to Disneyland presents itself, Jeannine will be the first one to hop on board.

Having lived in the East Valley most of her life, Jeannie is very entrenched in this community, so it is a natural fit for her to work with clients who want to buy or sell in the East Valley. Jeannie has already established herself as a top producing agent and loves helping people find their first, second or even their retirement home. If you are looking for an energetic agent with lots of local knowledge and experience, we hope you will give Jeannie a call.

Jim Sobeck

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Jim comes to Weichert, Realtors-Lake Realty after a 30-year sales career with Pitney Bowes where he retired from his position as National Account Sales Manager. Prior to that huge portion of his life, Jim attended classes at Fenn College and Ohio State and then went on to enlist in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam Era. After an Honorable Discharge from the Air Force, Jim became a cost accountant at Union Carbide.

The sunshine, beautiful weather and friendly happy people brought Jim to Arizona from Cleveland Ohio. And he takes great advantage of all that Arizona sunshine by spending some quality time outdoors. Softball is on the top of his list of outdoor sports and he plays as many games as he can. Another outdoor spot for Jim is the Gold Canyon Golf Resort. They offer spectacular views as you play a round of golf, and Jim, an avid golfer, is a member there. He is also a member of the Gold Canyon Golf Resort’s, “Like to Hike” club.

You can see that Jim has lots of energy and he is totally committed and dedicated to whatever he endeavors. If you are looking for a trustworthy, responsible person like yourself, Jim is your agent of choice.

Joe Harrison

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Although a native Kentuckian, Joe has always loved the state of Arizona. During his 33 years as Chief Financial Officer for the University of Kentucky Medical Center physician billing office, he made numerous business trips to Phoenix and Tucson. Joe says, “Each trip was a new and wonderful experience. I can’t imagine someone not being able to find something they love about Arizona.”

The one place he visited each and every trip was Tortilla Flats. This area of the Superstition Mountains caught his fancy and when he retired in 2005, he and his wife Reda purchased a home in Gold Canyon. As a new REALTOR® he hopes to share the magic of Gold Canyon and the Superstition Mountain area with others.

Joe is a “people-person” who will use his Southern hospitality to assist you in finding the perfect home for you and your family or in marketing your current home so others can experience life in this gorgeous area.

When not working for you, Joe spends his spare time fishing in the five lakes located in this area. He and Reda are active in their church and enjoy any activities involving people.

Give Joe a call today and let him show you what he can do to assist you in the buying and selling process.

Keith Chapple

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Arizona was fortunate to draw Keith away from the cooler California cities of San Jose and San Diego. Keith moved here to be closer to family, friends and work, and Weichert Realtors, Lake Realty is grateful that he made that decision. After moving to the Valley it didn’t take long for him to fall in love with the desert. He says, “I hope to help others see this great place the way I do, and fall in love with it for the first time, or all over again.”

The transition to Realtor is a natural fit for Keith. He started in the construction trades over 26 years ago and spent eight years as a Navy Sea Bee. After the navy, he went into facilities planning and architecture. For the last 10 years he has worked for home builders and commercial architects.

Keith has been married for 13 years to Heather and they have two great kids, Kerry and Nicolas. When he’s not working, Keith heads for the outdoors to enjoy walking in the desert parks. He also likes to get his adrenaline going by playing Paintball and studying traditional Ju-Jitsu.

Helping people is what really fulfills Keith and so he is committed to serving and giving back to the community. Through his church, Keith mentors teens, and works with homeless outreach programs.

This natural inclination to help people spills over into his working life. Keith finds great job satisfaction in helping people. And in Real Estate, that boils down to helping them with their basic needs; finding a home, or selling their home so they can move on to their next adventure. With his many years of experience around the building and housing market, Keith is knowledgeable and can assist you in making good, informed decisions about home buying and selling issues.

Helping people is just a part of who he is, so please give Keith a call and allow him to give you a hand.

Leysa Rought

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Leysa, pronounced “Lisa,” lives in Winkelman, Arizona, where she moved to from San Diego. Even though she grew up in the big city, she wouldn’t trade the open, rural lifestyle she enjoys now.

Kids and animals are what family is about for Leysa. She has three nieces, three nephews and two great nieces that she adores. An important part of her family is of the four legged type: five dogs and three cats. Leysa says, “They are my four legged children.” All animal lovers can identify with that!

Previous to her real estate career, she worked as a certified veterinarian technician. She also owned an all natural soap and spa product business for four years.

When not working, Leysa likes to hike, camp, garden and ride horses. She also keeps herself busy with community involvement in her area. Leysa is part of the Copper Basin Chamber of Commerce, and also volunteers at St Vincent de Paul Society. Because she loves animals, her heart is open to animals in need and so she works with animal rescue.

Linda Morris

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Not many people are natives of Arizona, but Linda comes awfully close. She moved here from Ohio with her parents when she was 3 years old. Linda is very familiar with our area and that benefits her in her real estate career. She has had a background in customer service areas prior to coming into real estate and has developed that oh-so important ability to listen to her client’s wishes and needs.

Linda graduated from Northern Arizona University with a degree in Elementary Education. After teaching for 10 years, she switched careers, went back to school and earned her MBA.

With a servant’s heart, Linda gets involved with helping in her church and community. She is involved in the children’s ministry at her church, she’s a member of the Chaplaincy Support Team, which ministers to prisoners at the county jail, and she started a non-profit for divorced and/or widowed women.

One of Linda’s many hobbies will be a bonus for you when you are listing your home with her; she has a love for decorating and staging. Staging is a proven advantage to selling your home more quickly. Her other household hobbies include basic remodeling, embroidery and crafts. If she isn’t busy with those things, you might find her absorbed in a good book, or out on the trails hiking.

Maria Card

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, Maria spent her early years raising livestock, hunting, and fishing in the mountains and lakes of New England. A woman of action, she moved to Arizona in 1980 earning a degree in Agribusiness from Arizona State University. Before attending Arizona School of Real Estate and Business in the late eighties, Maria owned and operated an alfalfa farm on the Gila River Indian Community for 6 years.

Over the last two decades Maria has successfully worked real estate on the East Coast and Texas but has spent the last ten years working right here in Arizona. Picking up important tools of the trade over so many years, Maria is an excellent saleswoman. No matter what your real estate need is, Maria knows her stuff and enjoys helping her clients, many of whom are repeat customers! Maria would love to work with you, so please give her a call!

In her downtime, Maria can be found working hard on her horse property in the Goldfield Mountains where she raises Arabian horses, Border Collie pups and most recently, parakeets! Sticking to those rural roots, Maria and her husband spend many hours of their off time enjoying their enclosed garden where they grow delicious organic veggies. Maria even has a chicken run with a hen house where certain times of the year Maria has laying hens.

Marsha Dorris

GRI and Associate with the Bill and Debbie Nelson

Office: Gold Canyon

Marsha Dorris moved to Gold Canyon with her husband and son from Trenton, Michigan in November of 2002. The warm sunshine, the beauty of the Superstition Mountains and being close to her mother, who retired here, is what enticed them to start a new life in beautiful Gold Canyon. Marsha’s background includes working as a legal secretary for 12 years and she worked for the Apache Junction School District for two years.


In October of 2003, Marsha joined the top producing real estate team of Bill and Debbie Nelson at Lake Realty as a part-time assistant. Now, a full-time licensed Realtor with the ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative) and GRI (Graduate, REALTOR® Institute) designations, Marsha, along with the Nelson team, would love to help you sell or buy your new dream home. With Marsha’s strong work ethic and her expertise in the Gold Canyon market, she is always on the job and ready to work when you’re ready to buy or sell.

Even after a busy day at work, Marsha loves spending time expressing her considerable talent with cake decorating. Her awesome cakes are the talk of the town. Bowling is another fun activity Marsha will find some time for.

‘Live life to the fullest,’ is Marsha’s motto. She is full of life and it shows in all she does. With Marsha’s easygoing personality and love for helping people, you’ll feel confident and comfortable working with her and the Nelson Team!

Peggy Thomsen

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Bio to Come!

Rita Vehon

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Rita came to Arizona from Wisconsin when her parents moved here in 1968. After high school she attended MCC and graduated with an AA. Ten years of her life were spent working in the hospital setting as a medical coder in the medical records department. Real Estate came into her life in 1993 when she married Tony. At the time he was an agent working for his parents, the founders of Lake Realty. He has since become owner/broker and has taken the company into this new world of technology and innovation.

After years of being a stay at home Mom, and having the last son soon to be graduating from high school, Rita decided to jump into the world of real estate. With Tony’s encouragement and knowledge as a supporting force, the decision was easy. Rita is passionate about working with clients to find them the home they long for. “It’s a truly rewarding experience to see the joy on the faces of clients who find and buy the home of their dreams,” she said.

Another passion of hers is writing. She has contributed articles to the local newspaper and the Gold Canyon Ledger. Rita is involved with support ministries within her church and also writes for the church’s online newsletter.

Rita takes her client’s cares and needs to heart. If you need to sell the home you love or don’t love so much anymore, you’ll have a diligent, supportive agent to help you find that buyer. “We want our clients to be happy whether they are selling their home or wanting to buy. It’s important to us to be there for you in your time of need,” she said.

Take a moment to call her and share what your real estate needs are. She’s excited to find a way to help you and give you the service you deserve.

Rob Clark

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Rob was born in Waukeegan, Illinois and raised in the suburbs of Chicago. He attended Northern Illinois University and received a degree in Economics. His passion for the mountains brought him to Breckenridge, Colorado where he spent almost 15 years managing food and beverage facilities. Rob took full advantage of the beautiful Colorado outdoors and enjoyed skiing, mountain biking, rock climbing and golfing in his spare time.

After one visit to Gold Canyon, Rob realized how much the beauty of the desert lifestyle had to offer. Now a resident of Gold Canyon, he enjoys sharing the magic of Gold Canyon and the surrounding areas with others.

With several years of experience as a Realtor, he specializes in working with both buyers and sellers in residential Real Estate and Vacant Land transactions all over the East Valley.

Whether you are buying or selling, let Rob's friendly energetic nature work for you to satisfy all of your Arizona real estate needs. His drive and dedication will surely help you achieve your real estate goals. GIVE HIM A CALL TODAY.

Robert and Jeannette Lake

Retired

Office: Gold Canyon

After having lost her husband, Larry Vehon, to cancer, Jeannette found herself in need of a way to support herself and her five children. Her late husband’s business partner urged her to take over Larry’s position in their Real Estate company. Being a visionary, Jeannette saw a lot of potential in the Apache Junction area and decided this was where she wanted to open shop. By early 1960, Jeannette (Vehon) Lake had opened Real Estate Investment Company in Apache Junction.

Jeannette married Bob Lake a few years later and he became an important part of what then became Lake Realty. Jeannette and Bob have sold many of the same properties in the area several times over the years and were busy in real estate before buildings and businesses started to dot the desert. The majority of sales in those days were vacant land since there was more land available to buy or sell than there were homes.

In 1994 their son, Tony Vehon, took over the office and became Owner/Broker. Tony bought into the Weichert, Realtors® franchise in 2007 and the company name was changed to Weichert, Realtors®-Lake Realty.

Bob and Jeannette became an intrinsic part of the community by serving on committees, boards and projects. In 1971, Bob and Jeannette were Co-Chairmen of the Lost Dutchman Days and also in the 70’s Bob was an integral part of the incorporation of the City of Apache Junction. Bob served as Chairman of the Board for the Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber has recognized all of his efforts by naming an award in his honor, The Bob Lake Star award.

Bob is now retired and living in Gold Canyon. Jeannette passed away in 2004.

Shelly Lovelady

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Shelly came to Arizona in 1970 with her family when she was but a mere 5th grader. She was born in Leadville, Colorado, but spent her younger years in California. They put down roots in Apache Junction and Shelly came up through the AJ school system, graduating in 1978. While in a senior in high school, Shelly grabbed the opportunity to work at a bank half the day. She says,” When I finished school, I went full-time and loved it!” She worked as a banker for 13 years and the last 5 of those as an officer.

She moved on to work for Opportunity Village in Las Vegas, a non-profit organization for intellectually handicapped adults. Shelly worked in marketing for the thrift store which entailed organizing and running various charity events. She became proficient in working with individuals in the upper management of casinos in the area as she solicited their financial assistance to make successful fundraisers.

Shelly is married to Gary and they have a blended family consisting of her son Zach, 17 and Gary’s son Matthew, 18. Family is of utmost importance to Shelly and says, “My hardest, most challenging, and rewarding duty in life is being a mother.” As a single mother, having a job as a real estate agent allowed her to put her kindergartener on the bus and get him off when he came home. She says, “Now he drives himself to school, pays for his own gas & insurance and plans to go to college to become a teacher.” Success!

Being devoted to family you can see why her favorite pastime is laughing with her family. She also enjoys camping, fishing, dancing and traveling.

Patience is a major part of Shelly’s success. There are ups and downs in the real estate process and Shelly is a steady rudder in the turbulence. She will guide you through the hard parts with ease. Whether your family or clients, Shelly is always on your side, looking out for your best interest. Combine Shelly’s patient personality, her familiarity with the area, and knowledge of real estate an

Tom Widerman

Realtor

Office: Gold Canyon

Born and raised in Ithaca, a small farming community in central Michigan, Tom decided in 2005 to leave the Michigan weather behind with the snowblower, and make sunny Gold Canyon his permanent home. Tom brought with him his high school sweetheart, Nancy, (His wife!) who he has been married to for over 33 years. They have 3 grown children and 1 grandchild. One daughter followed their footsteps to Arizona, one son lives in Seattle and another son in North Carolina. Tom says, “We have both coasts covered from sea to shining sea.”

To pay his way through college, Tom sold real estate and loved it so much he switched his major to business. He graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in business and has now been in real estate for over 37 years. He also is an Arizona Certified General Appraiser with the SRA designation from the Appraisal Institute. Tom’s work ethic is evident and one of his favorite quote’s is, "Nobody has it made. Everyone goes out and makes it everyday".
He plans to continue learning and improving his skills with an eye on tracking market trends along with keeping informed on local and national Real Estate issues.

Tom has been involved in community organizations and was President of the Ithaca Rotary Club. Involvement in the community has brought Tom some well-deserved honors. He was named Realtor of the Year and Citizen of the Year in Ithaca.

In his spare time Tom takes to the outdoors to play golf and he enjoys playing on a men’s softball team.

Please give Tom a call and let him show you how he can put his love for the area along with his years of experience together to help you achieve your real estate goals.

Tony Vehon

Broker Owner

Tony began his real estate career in in 1979 as a Sales Associate and then as an Associate Broker in 1984. Tony has served on the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission and in many other service organizations and boards in the community. Tony was honored by being listed in the National Directory of WHO'S WHO in Executives and Professionals for 1996 - 1997. He has also been accepted as a Life Member of the National Registry of Who's Who. Tony has been active in all areas of real estate sales including: vacant land, homes, mobile homes, commercial, and investments. Tony grew up in Apache Junction and Graduated from Apache Junction High School.

Tony is committed to quality service and outstanding product knowledge. To this end, Tony has completed the work necessary to receive the designation of "CRB" (Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager) recognized by the National Association of Realtors. He as also been given the designation of "CLSA" (Certified Land Sales Agent) through the Commercial Real Estate Institute. Tony recently completed the classes necessary to obtain his designation as a certified a "GRI" (Graduate, REALTOR® Institute) and his ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative). This has attracted other quality agents to the office with the experience to serve people with whatever types of property they are interested in. If you are looking for a career in Real Estate or know someone that is, let Tony know and he can set up a confidential interview to discuss it further.