The Baptist Health system Retiree Organization had its humble beginning in 1991 when Barbara Hunsley, BHS Meeting and Travel Manager, had a vision of an organization that would allow BHS retirees to continue their relationships and fellowship with other former employees.  To acquire support for her vision, she shared her vision with her senior manager, Tom Sanders.  After much discussion about the organization structure and objectives, it was agreed that the Baptist Health System would support such an organization. Bill Page, who retired in 1985, was appointed as the President and another retiree, Frank Hinkley as Parliamentarian who was assigned to lead the development of the organization's by-laws.  Barbara Hunsley was appointed as the group's BHS liaison.  After communicating with as many of BHS retirees possible, the first meeting was held at The Club in November of that year. 

That meeting was very special in that it was the beginning of what exist today.  The organization's objectives have not changed much over the past 33 years.  Thanks to the support of the Baptist Health System and determination and hard work of many over the years, the BHSRO is viable and continues to get stronger each year.