San Antonio, TX

Lynette has 29 years of financial services experience in P&C, Life, Health, and Annuities and leading teams and projects. Lynette learned firsthand the negative aspects of being part of a blended family with incomplete planning when her Mom passed away without specific legal documentation to support her true intentions. When her Dad was unexpectedly hospitalized, she realized he didn’t have his wishes outlined nor legal forms for her to ensure his bills were paid and assets protected. Her efforts required laborious research and intense work, especially with handling his situation during the pandemic and his hospital stay extended for 7 months out of town. She had numerous obstacles to overcome, juggling a job, virtual instruction for the youngest child with pandemic school closure, and the health issues of her spouse.

Fortunately, a family member referred Lynette to LOLA, providing her with many resources to utilize. She got her Dad’s situation rectified with the support of LOLA. She is grateful for LOLA advocates and wishes she had known about LOLA sooner. As a result of Lynette’s arduous personal challenges, she desires to help people plan for unexpected events by navigating them with support and resources. Also, she wants families to be prepared by planning appropriately before life events occur.

Educational highlights:

BA English Communications with a business concentration from St. Mary’s University

Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) through American College

Certified Senn-Delaney Coach/Culture Consultant

Contact Lynette: connell.lyn@gmail.com or 210-373-8592

San Antonio, TX

Over 14 years in education, Veronica worked as a classroom teacher as well as a school librarian before deciding to make a career transition out of education and become a LOLA Advocate. Veronica learned about LOLA when her mother (a fellow LOLA advocate) assisted her and her husband with preparing their end-of-life documents. After attending a LOLA informational workshop and seeing her family deal with elder care and end-of-life situations, Veronica decided to join LOLA. Veronica brings her strength in multitasking, problem-solving, patience, a passion for serving others, and her own experiences to help individuals, families, and businesses with creating their LOLA plans.

Educational Highlights:

Bachelor of Arts in Education, University of Texas at San Antonio

Master of Library Science, Sam Houston State University

Contact Veronica: vofarias210@gmail.com or (210) 380-9499

Jennifer Dear has over 29 years of nursing experience with focused areas in pain management, hospice, palliative care, long-term care, Alzheimer's care, community outreach, healthcare disparities, and veterans' needs. Positions she has held include Director of Nurses, Assistant Director of Nurses, Senior Hospice Sales Representative, Hospice Clinical Nurse Specialist, Veterans Liaison, and MD Anderson Lead Lymphoma Oncology Nurse. Jennifer was recognized and awarded Pinnacle Leadership for top performing Senior Sales Specialist Nationally in 2016 and 2015, Pinnacle Leadership for top performing Clinical Liaison Nationally in 2014, and Pinnacle Leadership for top performing Long Term Care Sales Representative Nationally in 2006. Over the years, she has developed great relationships with families, physicians, case managers, and various multidisciplinary team members. She is enthusiastic about improving patient outcomes and the best possible experience for those in her care. Her commitment to excellence has driven her to continue her education full-time as a second-year Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner student at Herzing University. As an advanced practice nurse, she will be able to impact our community by educating individuals about resources and avenues to provide better holistic care for themselves and their families. She is excited about new opportunities to learn and grow as a healthcare professional.

Education & Certifications:

Master of Science in Nursing AGACNP-2024 Herzing University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing 2022- Herzing University

Associate Degree of Nursing 1996- San Jacinto College of Nursing Vocational Nursing Diploma 1994-San Jacinto College of Nursing

Contact Jennifer: advancedseniorplanning@gmail.com or (210) 310-4052

San Antonio, TX

Stacey is passionate about serving others to ensure they’re in a good position with their personal affairs and wishes. With 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, she has witnessed the best and worst situations families and individuals find themselves in, thus giving her a unique perspective in guiding clients in preparing for life transitions.

Educational Highlights:

B.A. Sociology, St. Mary’s University
M. Ed, Ashford University

Contact: StaceyDuglas7@gmail.com or (210) 852-0558

San Antonio, TX

Over 20 plus years in the Corporate sector, Alba was in the Human Resources division for a Fortune 500 company. She is semi-retired and moved to San Antonio to be closer to her daughter and family. Alba learned about LOLA and signed up to get prepared for her daughter. After successfully going through the program, Alba decided to be a LOLA pioneer and be part of our first group of certified advocates. Alba brings her strength in Human Resources and her own experiences to help individuals, families, and businesses with their LOLA plans. Alba is also a licensed Primerica Financial Services life insurance agent.

Contact Alba: info@LossOfLifeAdvocates.com or (210) 802-2224

Dallas, North Texas, and surrounding areas

I am a retired Chemical Engineer with 30+ years of experience at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and in the private sector at a Texas steel company and a major Food company. During my federal career, I focused on planning, strategizing, and facilitating multi-party activities, including public forums and collaborations with federal, state, and local authorities.

I also served on professional and personal advisory committees at local and national levels, gaining a deep understanding of government and private sector processes. As a good listener, I prioritize understanding the needs of individuals, families, and company partners.

The LOLA story is a family story that taught my siblings and me the importance of supporting one another after the passing of our parents. We had witnessed the strength and resilience of our mother, who managed her kidney disease with determination and planned for our family's future after her passing. Our father followed her lead, organizing his documents and discussing his plans with us, ultimately allowing us to understand and honor his wishes.

Contact Adele: Info@LossOfLifeAdvocates.com or (682)-214-7536

San Antonio, TX

With over 20 years in the financial industry and insurance business, Jesse has helped countless families who have experienced vast life transitions, including loss. Suffering a personal loss as a teenager, he understands firsthand how financially difficult it can be for families and businesses after a loss. He believes in LOLA’s model of precise planning, preparing families, and protecting what matters most while preserving your family’s legacy. Jesse is always ready to assist with his value-added advice before, during, and after a loss. Jesse founded Lone Star Legacy Liquidators in 2020 to provide all services for LOLA clients needing home items liquidated after a loss.

Contact Jesse: Info@LossOfLifeAdvocates.com or (210) 379-5292

San Antonio, TX

With more than 30 years in pastoral services and as a paralegal, I have seen the profound loss of others who were not fully prepared. Because I have also experienced loss, I can empathize with those who are going through it or maybe preparing for their own transition. As a business owner of 20 years, I can help other business owners prepare for a time when they may become unable to run their businesses to protect their families and incomes.

Certifications:

Certified Mediator

Contact: Toni@RestorationMediation.com or (360) 298-2758

San Antonio, TX

With over 20 years in the field of Corporate Training and Business Consulting in customer service, account relations, financial services, and entrepreneurship, Zelda has become a LOLA Advocate to guide and consult clients on how to build their legacy now. Zelda understands first-hand how impacted families and businesses are affected by the loss of a loved one, especially if their loved one’s affairs were not in order, leaving the family and business unprepared to move forward after their loss. She focuses on assisting clients with LOLA Individual Family planning, where appropriate, incorporating the LOLA Business plan into their business, and bringing LOLA guidance to corporate groups. Her years of training, consulting, mentorship, and coaching are an asset for LOLA clients as she helps them connect their daily life purpose and business mission to their legacy.

Contact Zelda: Info@LossOfLifeAdvocates.com or (210) 378-6958

San Marcos and San Antonio, TX

Focus: Military Families, Time of Loss, Individual/Family Preparation/Planning, Consultation

Zan has 30 years of experience as a military and medical chaplain and six years of experience as a grief mentor, working as a Grief Coordinator for two hospices. Zan helps individuals and groups weekly as they deal with illness and the death of loved ones. He finds that LOLA provides great support for those struggling with losses, including anticipated, ongoing, and past losses, and wants to be a part of a group of caring people who help those in need, in alignment with the services he has provided in hospices and hospitals throughout the years. Zan's mother died from a short-term illness as a young adult. He has had other deaths of other close family members, multiple moves, and the loss of pets. Zan’s father lived with and depended on him to provide daily living support and guidance for two years and has recently moved to be closer to a daughter for further support.

Special Certifications:

Zan has a BS in Education from Auburn University, a Master of Arts in Christian Education, and a Master of Divinity from a major seminary, and is an approved healthcare chaplain by a major faith tradition. Zan has five units of Clinical Pastoral Education through the nationally recognized Association of Clinical Pastoral Education. He is retired from the military after two combat tours.

Contact Zan: zandiansellers@yahoo.com or (214) 632-2229