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Why don't you call us for a no-charge initial 30 minute conference. We will discuss your financial and tax situation and help you determine how we would be of use to you. If your financial affairs are simple, it may be a short meeting. If you have extensive holdings, your needs are more complicated and should be treated accordingly.
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Sharon Burbes | Gloria Cooper | Judy Hall | Kathy Holt
Melissa Keays |
Nysa Leggions | Jody Luttrell | Linda K. Wolfe
Sharon Burbes
Sharon is a tax preparation specialist for clergy, small businesses, estates, and trusts. She also consults on retirement, investment and rental issues. She received her Enrolled Agent's certification from the Internal Revenue Service in 1998.
She graduated from Richland Community College with highest honors in 1980 with an AAS in Accounting and from Millikin University summa cum laude in 1986 with a BS in Business Administration. She has thirty-nine years of corporate experience. Sharon joined Patterson in 1996.
Sharon travels during the summer months and can be found fishing with her grandsons.
Our clients are amazed at her ability to quote from memory tax laws.
Gloria Cooper
Gloria Cooper is our payroll manager. She prepares payrolls for small businesses with one to two employees to large companies with hundreds of employees. She also does payroll for many churches and not-for-profit organizations all over the country.
Gloria has served the accounting world for over 15 years. She attended Utterback Business College and received her degree in accounting. She joined Patterson in 2001.
Gloria is married with four children and nine grandchildren. She is very active in her church and with her family.
If you have any questions about payroll, Gloria is the person to go to.
Judy Hall
Judy Hall is a specialist in accounting for business, ministries, and non-profit organizations. Many of her clients are all over the country. Judy also is a workshop leader for seminars on QuickBooks and PowerChurch software.
Judy has a teaching certificate from the State of Illinois and a Bachelor's degree from Millikin University in the field of mathematics. She joined Patterson over 10 years ago.
Judy is married and has three children and six grandchildren. Her favorite pastime is cross stitching. She is very active in her church and family.
Our clients can count on Judy to work until the job is done.
Kathy Holt
Kathy Holt is our PowerChurch Software Specialist. She consults and trains church staff by phone, email and in person. She also is the accountant for many churches and not-for-profit organizations all over the country.
She attended Richland Community College and is a member of Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. She has over 20 years experience in bookkeeping and accounting. She joined Patterson in 2007.
Kathy has loved accounting since she was a little girl. When she was little she used to pretend to be an accountant. Kathy has been married for twenty six years and has two wonderful children who are in the process of making their own homes. She enjoys spending time with her family, going to church, and four wheeling.
Our clients appreciate her willing spirit to help them learn about software or bookkeeping.
Melissa Keays
Melissa is our client services director. She is the smiling face behind the front desk.
Whether you walk in or call, she will direct you to a specialist you need.
Melissa is attending Richland Community College, majoring in accounting. She will transfer to Millikin to earn her Bachelor's degree and Master's degree in Accounting. Melissa joined our staff July 2008.
Melissa has a child who keeps her very busy. She enjoys playing sports and traveling.
Our clients appreciate her prompt attention to details.
Nysa Leggions
Nysa Leggions is specialist in small business accounting. She is the accountant for many small businesses all over the country. She prepares payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, financial statements, and manages outsourced audits.
Nysa has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Sangamon State University. She has over 35 years experience in accounting. She joined Patterson in 2007.
Nysa has two children and eight grandchildren. She is very active in her church and is the church treasurer. Nysa enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren and being involved in an investment club.
Nysa's clients appreciate her professionalism.
Jody Luttrell
Jody is the office manager. She is responsible for all office operations including billing and collections. She has a unique ability to balance ten things at one time.
Jody attended Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and majored in math. She has over 10 years experience in management.
Jody is married and has three children. Her children keep her very busy with sports and school activities. She is the treasurer of the local girl's booster club. She enjoys spending time with her family, camping, and reading. She joined the Patterson team in 2007.
Our clients have peace knowing she will take care of any issues that may arise.
Linda K. Wolfe
Linda K. Wolfe is a tax specialist in ministry and not-for-profit organizations. She is a workshop leader in teaching our seminars "Accountability by the Book." She is an expert in helping not-for-profit organizations receive their 501(c) 3 status. She is also the tax correspondent manager.
Linda graduated from Richland Community College and graduated with high honors receiving an AAS in Child Care Education. Linda received her Enrolled Agent Certificate from the Internal Revenue Service in 2006. Linda has experience in managing a tax office and teaching tax school. She also directed a church day care center for twelve years. Linda joined Patterson in 2001.
Linda has been married for thirty-six years. She has four children and five grandchildren. Linda was also a foster parent for thirty years and had over twenty-eight foster children. Linda enjoys work, going to church, and spending time with her family.
Linda's clients benefit from her problem solving and teaching abilities.
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