Meet the Methodist Homes Affordable Housing Team

Jeremy Locklear joined the Methodist Homes team in August 2025. He earned his Master of Public Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and brings over 14 years of experience with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, where he provided leadership in asset management, regulatory compliance, and oversight of multifamily housing programs. A veteran of the United States Navy, Jeremy is dedicated to serving our communities through the preservation, development, and successful operation of affordable housing in our efforts to ensure both long-term sustainability for our communities and enhanced quality of life for our residents.

Lea joined the Methodist Homes team in January 2016. A graduate of the University of Alabama (Business Administration and Marketing), Lea has put her skills to work in affordable housing for more than a decade. As Director of Epworth House, Lea is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and affordable place for residents to call home. Guided by mission-directed principles, Lea helps foster a welcoming community where elders can build friendships, participate in meaningful activities, and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Lea values seeing residents thrive. Knowing that she helps people feel safe, valued, and connected makes her work especially rewarding.

Kelly is the Director of the Decatur properties of Methodist Homes. She joined the Methodist Homes team in October of 2023. Kelly is a seasoned leader, having worked in affordable housing since 1987. She thoroughly enjoys the smiles and family-like atmosphere at Wesley Acres and Wesley Glen, and makes it a goal to keep it that way every day.

Barbara Raney is a Certified Housing Manager and a Certified Professional of Occupancy who joined the Methodist Homes team in 2003. She is the Director of both Wesley Apartments and Wesley Park Apartments. She brings with her more than 30 years of experience in affordable housing.

A Pensacola native, Don brings decades of leadership, facilities management, construction, and public service experience to Wesley Scott Place. He served in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, retiring after many years of military service. Don also spent more than 30 years at Sacred Heart, advancing from carpenter to supervisor, and served his community for 27 years with the local fire department, where he became a Duty Fire Chief. Don joined Wesley Scott Place in October 2022. He enjoys using his experience and skills to maintain a safe, comfortable community while assisting residents in any way he can. An active member of St. Jude Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, Don continues to volunteer throughout the Pensacola community.