Susan Bertocchi

Susan is a NYC native, happy wife, and mother of three. She enjoys walking, gardening and cooking. Susan is deeply involved in her family’s business, Kilwins Chocolates and Ice Cream, where she can often be found dipping caramel apples or serving chocolate malts to customers.

As a UMC Pastor’s daughter, Susan cherishes her longstanding relationship with Jesus and the Wesleyan tradition. She looks forward to StarStone Fellowship’s growth and continued commitment to study and discipleship.

Shelby Brown

I was born and raised in Benton, Pennsylvania, into a family who had been in that area since the 1600s.  My mother and father both have an ancestor who came over from Europe on the Mayflower.  My father went to seminary when I was a tiny tot and began pastoring in the Methodist church before I started school. Fast forward a few years – I graduated from Oral Robert’s University with a degree in business education.  I stayed home to raise children, but went back to work as an educator when they got into school.  Currently, I’m an English teacher at Elizabeth High School and plan to retire in May.

I became involved in Starstone Fellowship when Randy Jessen offered to start a Bible study a little over two years ago.  It’s been a blessing to watch our congregation grow and become a close-knit church family.  I especially have enjoyed the music ministry and singing in the choir and ringing with the bell choir. I’m most excited to see how God will use our little congregation to make a global impact on furthering His kingdom.

Thorne Davis (Church Secretary)

I am a retired USAF officer (35-year career) with experience in air intelligence and air basemanagement and support. Following military retirement, I worked as a federal personnel security contractor within the National Nuclear Security Agency for six years. My involvement with StarStone Fellowship Church began even before the church was established in 2023. In 2016, at the recommendation of Randy Jessen, my wife and I attended the first conference of the newly established Wesleyan Covenant Association (WCA) in Chicago.

We were so moved by the Holy Spirit at that conference that we immediately became, with several hundred other attendees, founding lay members of the association. Our involvement with the WCA led us to another important event in our spiritual life, when seven years later, once again at the behest of Randy, we were invited to meet at his home along with 15 other people, and with them became the first members of StarStoneFellowship Church that evening.I consider it a privilege to serve as the Church Secretary for StarStone Fellowship Church and am so excited to be a part of a new expression of Wesleyanism and Methodism embodied in StarStone, and I find joy and fulfillment each week at our Wednesday evening Bible studies and worship services.

The synergy of our congregation and the presence of the Holy Spirit working in us each and every week is something to behold! StarStone has made Wednesday night the best night, and each week the best week, since its inception.

My wife and I enjoy spending time with our two adult children, their wonderful spouses, and our four grandchildren (ages 10 through 24). We also look forward to vacations along the Gulf coast and visiting local places in Colorado on day trips whenever possible. Of course, we cherish our time together with our extended church family each week.

Linda DePoy (President)

I grew up in Michigan and became a proud Michigan State Spartan—Go Green! Over the years, I’ve moved all over the U.S. with my high school sweetheart, David, to whom I’ve been happily married for 43 years. We share a love for hiking and golfing, and I also enjoy reading and cooking.

Family is at the heart of my life, and my three amazing children and three wonderful grandchildren have completely stolen my heart.

Faith is also a cornerstone of my journey. I was at the very first service of StarStone Fellowship Church (SSF) and immediately felt God’s presence among us. Now, as Chair of the Church Council, I am honored to serve this incredible community. SSF has become a family for all our partners, and I love being part of its growth and evolution. Participating in SSF has truly filled my soul, and I look forward to what comes next for our SSF family.

Keith Johnson

Keith joined the SSF Council in 2024 and serves on the Mission Team. Originally from Arkansas and the youngest son of a UMC Pastor, he has served on church boards and committees in 6 different cities, including Parker. Keith had a 38-year career with the YMCA, retiring as the CEO of the YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South.

He is married to Debbie Kisrow Johnson and has 2 daughters, 2 son- in-laws and 5 grandchildren. They celebrated 51 years of marriage in April. They are both involved with Community Bible Study of Aurora. Debbie serves as Teaching Director and Keith is a Men’s Core Group leader. They live near the Aurora Reservoir and enjoy walking, camping and traveling.

Jim Schafer (Treasurer)

I was born and raised in the Thumb of Michigan. My parents were farmers most of their lives. I met Dianna and we married in 1981. We have two sons and four grandchildren. I was raised in the Moravian Church and attended there until the move to Colorado in 2010. Shortly after moving to Colorado I started attending the Methodist Church in Parker. I attended Central Michigan University and graduated with a major in Business Administration. I passed the CPA exam and worked in the accounting profession most of my life. I was elected a Commissioner for Tuscola County, Michigan and served for ten years.

I have been a StarStone Fellowship partner from the beginning and love being part of this church. I most love that our church embraces the teachings of the Bible and encourages us all to share our faith with others. I currently serve as Treasurer.

I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I have enjoyed the outdoors all of my life. I like fishing, boating, hunting, golfing, skiing, hiking, and exploring. Just about everything outdoors. I enjoy watching good movies.

Tina Stroman

A wife to Kurt and mom to Isaac, Kaleb, and Maya, I am a retired teacher of Spanish, Student Leadership, and Instructional Coaching. For the past three years, I have served in the role of Development Coordinator at Make-A-Wish Colorado.

My involvement with StarStone began in January 2023 when I expressed interest in joining a Bible study, and two weeks later, our StarStone Fellowship congregation was born. I’m most excited to serve in this ministry to dream and watch our community expand in meaningful and intentional ways. I like to learn, read, practice yoga, and explore new things and places! I also love VW Bugs! 🙂

Dan Hartman

Dan is a retired Engineer and worked for a Magnesium Extrusion and Fabrication company for a little over 27 years. Have been happily married to Lisa for over 35 years and have 3 beautiful children and 2 grandchildren. My passion is volunteering for a prison ministry, feeding homeless and recently went on my first mission trip to Kenya which was a life changing experience.

Recently went on the Walk to Emmaus which was also another life-changing experience. My faith is strong and continues to grow even more. Excited to see where the lord leads me too next. It is an honor to be elected and serve on this board.

Marsha Weber

Marsha grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and has called Colorado home since 1986. She’s worked in Software Quality Assurance for over 25 years and loves spending time with her children, traveling, cooking, and getting lost in a good book. Marsha is passionate about missions and serves on the Board of Directors for Global Hope, Inc., a non-profit that supports vulnerable children around the world. Through Global Hope, she’s had the opportunity to join mission trips to India, Kenya, and Romania. She’s been part of the StarStone Fellowship community since early 2023 and is grateful to be growing in faith through weekly bible study and worship!

Tiffany Malone

Tiffany is a wife and a mom of two young kiddos. Her deepest desire is to be part of building a deeply rooted multigenerational village for families to know and feel the love of God who then become disciple makers in the community.  Tiffany has lived and served in ministry across three states and one foreign country.  She has served professionally as a youth minister, ministry coach, and graduate recruiter of ministers.