Your TESC 2022-2023 Executive & Governing Board

Beth Parker

Hey!  I'm Beth and I'm the new President and Social Media Chair!  My husband Jeff and I have been married for 17 years and we have two teenagers.  We've been stationed here at Ellsworth for 2 years and we're getting ready to transition to retirement life.  I've been military my whole life, from the child, to active duty to now a spouse.  Previously we were stationed at Wright-Patt AFB in Ohio where I held several positions throughout my time there (such as Vice President, Social Chair, Secretary and Social Media).  I look forward to meeting and helping out the spouses here at Ellsworth and hopefully being a resource for those new to the military life.  When I'm not volunteering, I can be found in my kitchen where I work from home or finding another creative outlet! 

Shana Griffin

Hello, my name is Shana. My husband, Theron, is a civil engineer in the DIRTBOYZ shop with the CE Squadron. We have been here since October 2019 and have really enjoyed it! I’m originally from Las Vegas, NV. I have been an event planner for over 20 years. We have four children, 3 boys and a girl ages 22, 19, 14 and 12. We also have 2 dogs, Smokey and Xena. I love anything and everything outdoors, crafting, sports, and meeting new people. I feel very blessed to have met so many great people here that welcomed my family to Ellsworth with open arms, and be able to be an active member of Team Ellsworth Spouses’ Club! I look forward to meeting you!    

Megan Dickerson

Hey there! My name is Megan Dickerson.  I am the new Treasurer for the spouse’s club.  I have been married to my husband Matthew (Hi-Side) for 12 years.  We have two daughters (5 & 2).  We have been in Ellsworth and part of the 37th Bomb Squadron for 8 years of our career.   He just recently transferred into a Reserve job, and we plan to stay at Ellsworth for the foreseeable future.  In my personal life, I am a Realtor at Ascend Realty.  I fell in love with the Black Hills and the Ellsworth community and am passionate about helping others do the same.  In my free time, I enjoy spending time outside with my family and working on a variety of DIY projects. 

Stephanie Sullivan

 Hi! My name is Stephanie Sullivan and I am the 22–23 TESC secretary.  My background is in Physical Therapy and I have my Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from UNMC in Omaha. I love helping people, and 6 years ago I made the switch and became a Healthy Home Advvocate for Norwex. Now I get to teach people about the adverse health effects that come from using everyday chemical cleaning and how to make simple swaps to have an improved quality of life!  
 

Sarah Madeleine

Leah Parker

Hi my name is Leah Parker. I am the new Scholarship Chair for the Spouse's Club. We have been stationed at Ellsworth and part of the 37th Bomb Squadron for just over two years. My husband Jason (PaZ) and I have been married for 14 years and have three wonderful children. We love getting outside and exploring all that the Black Hills has to offer.

Shana Griffin

Kenni Rich

Kenni Rich

Dianna Denner

Maria Pino

 My name is Maria Pino. I am married to Brian and we have 2 kids (son is 5 and daughter is 4). I was born in the Philippines and was raised in Virginia Beach, VA. I recently retired as a Urology Surgical Technician in the Air Force after 20 years. We have been stationed here at Ellsworth since 2019. We love all the great rock climbing places it has to offer!!! 

     Toni Dominquez    

Hey! I'm Toni, I've been at Ellsworth for about six years. Loved it so much I decided to retire here. My husband is still on active duty, so we are just enjoying the ride with our two girls, a dog and a cat. Love the opportunity to continue to serve Ellsworth families with the TESC. 

      Beth Parker 

Kelly Oakley

 Hi! I'm originally from eastern Iowa. I've been married to my high school sweetheart, Derek (Shades), for 27 years this summer. We have two kids, 20 & 18, who are both attending Black Hills State University, so we're pseudo empty nesters! :) I taught elementary and special education before having kids, and then transitioned to being a stay at home mom for 19 years, homeschooling them both. The Air Force has moved us 15 times in 25 years, and Ellsworth remains our absolute favorite! I currently work part-time at Fountain Springs Church as the Outreach Ministry Coordinator. This allows me to work with many nonprofits and volunteers in our community while having time to still volunteer and support our families and airmen at EAFB. In my freetime I enjoy hiking and anything crafty. I look forward to helping make new connections through TESC this year! 

Lauren Kimball

 Lauren Kimball is the Assistant Vice President for Community Investment and Analytics at United Way of the Midlands (Omaha) and the spouse of Col Mark “Moses” Kimball, 28th Operations Group Commander. She returns to TESC as an advisor — bringing experience from a variety of spouse volunteer positions across the Air Force and a passion for building community.  When she’s not working or volunteering, you’ll find her running, playing tennis, or watching tv with her cocker spaniel Millie.

Carissa West

 Carissa West is a wife, mother, teacher, and follower of Christ.

Carissa was born in Charleston, South Carolina.  Her father was in the United States Air Force. Being a military child, she moved a lot. It was at Eglin AFB, her father’s base of retirement, where she met her husband Johnny West.  Carissa married Johnny in the summer of 1994.  They have one child, a 15 year old daughter, Madison West.  As well as undertaking household duties and homeschooling their daughter, Carissa devotes her time to supporting a number of charitable causes and organizations; several which are centered around the church and its missionaries.  In her down time, you can find Carissa reading, crafting, sewing, or out in nature soaking up the great outdoors.