Organist

Mark Gansor, Lakeside's organist, is a musician of the highest caliber.  His musical contributions to worship are inspirational and uplifting. Mark's 20th year at Lakeside coincided with the church's installation of its new pipe organ, Casavant Freres Opus 3876, in January of 2009.

Mark is a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and holds a Master of Music degree from East Carolina University and a Bachelor of Music degree from Duquesne University where he was a student of the renowned American organist Ann Labounsky. He was accepted into the Doctoral program at Northwestern University. He has studied and played in master classes with many internationally known artists. Following the completion of his master's degree in 1985, he remained in Greenville working as a vocal coach and free lance piano accompanist.

As organist, Mr. Gansor is responsible for accompanying the Chancel Choir's rehearsals and playing during the worship services and special programs.

Mark Gansor is also a self-taught artist. He maintains a busy schedule painting murals and decorative paint finishes throughout North Carolina.
 

Music Assistant

Carol Lehman Lucas is a native of Rocky Mount. She is a graduate of Rocky Mount Senior High School and Wake Forest University and has been a lifelong member of Lakeside since her father, Dr. Gaylord Lehman, came her as pastor. She is employed as a paralegal with the law firm of Keel, Lassiter, Duffy and Sperati. Her husband, Will, is also involved with the music of Lakeside and is employed by Hospira. Their sons, John and Jeff have been very active in all of the youth and music programs.

As part-time Music Assistant, Carol is responsible for the maintenance of the handbells and the filing of the handbell music. She currently directs the Children's Choir and has also directed the Youth Handchime Choir.

Senior Adult Coordinator

Susan Daughtridge Skinner is a native of Rocky Mount. She attended Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she received her Batchelor of Arts degree. Her experience includes first grade and preschool teacher and Director of the West Haven Presbyterian Preschool.

Susan and her husband, Berkley, have two children, Carrington and Katie. Working with the Senior Minister and Associate Minister, Susan identifies needs among older adults in the church. She plans, coordinates, and implements all senior adult activities.  This group is extremely active and enjoys luncheons, day trips to museums, musical performances, and exhibits in the area. Whenever a member reaches his or her 90th birthday, a celebration is held in their honor. The youth of the church host an annual Valentine Dinner with entertainment.  An annual Christmas party is held after the Candlelight Service in the home of a church member.

Montessori Director

Angela Dell Butler has been the Director of the Lakeside Preschool since 2000. She is a native of Greensboro, N.C. and received her education from Appalachian University.  Angela and her husband, Daniel, have one son, Caleb.

Our preschool program employs both traditional and Montessori methods in preparing children ages 2 – 4 for school.

Mom's Morning Out Director

Sharon Boistard is the Director of Mom's Morning Out (MMO). She is a native of Long Island, New York, and moved to the Rocky Mount area in 2001. She became a member of Lakeside in 2003. She and her husband, Philippe, have one daughter, Marrena. Sharon has worked with children for over 30 years. She started MMO at First Presbyterian Church before moving the program to Lakeside.

Administrative Assistant and Financial Secretary

Linda Boone Davis is a native of Rocky Mount. She is married to Dan Davis and they have four children: Boone, Andy, Cindy and Adam and four grandchildren: Elli, Mac, Owen, and Tristan. Linda is a graduate of Rocky Mount Senior High School and received her Associate in Arts degree from Nash Community College. She joined the staff of Lakeside in 2005 and is a member of West Haven Presbyterian Church.

Linda coordinates the daily operation of the office and is responsible for keeping the financial records of the church.
 

Secretarial Assistant

Denise Bennett is Lakeside's part-time assistant secretary. She is a native of Nash County but completed her education in Baltimore, Maryland. She has three daughters, one son, seven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. She joined the Lakeside staff in 2006.

Denise assists the Administrative Assistant in operating the office efficiently and meeting timely deadlines.

Custodian

Napoleon Taylor has been the custodian at Lakeside since 1999. He is a native of Rocky Mount, but spent several years in New York City where he had many friends in the music industry. When not at at Lakeside, he operates his own lawn service.

Hank Strickland

Charles Austin Robbins, Jr. (Chuck)
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Clerk

Lela Harrell Chesson

Parliamentarian

J. Brian Scott

Treasurer

Nancy Strickland

Dan Herring is the Diaconate Chair for 2009.

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David Browder
Jim Martin
Bill Marshburn
Fred Turnage
Ann Wall