STAFF
Marley Butler
Guest Services Director
Marley joined the Allendale staff in March of 2022. She oversees our summer camp program and ever-growing retreat rental ministry. Marley enjoys rock-climbing, board games, and reading a good book in her hammock. Her blue heeler Scooter joins her on many of her outdoor adventures.
Coreliss Graves
Bookkeeping
Coreliss joined the staff of Camp Allendale in 2016. Besides the financial record-keeping, Coreliss oversees our Angel Camper program, camp scholarships, and faculty background checks. She has been married to her husband, Rich, for 29 years. They have 2 grown children and one absolutely adorable grandson. Her hobbies include anything outside, gardening, hiking, canoeing, and camping. She just loves being in the sunshine and anything with her family.
Max Aper
Executive Director
Starting in 2023, Max became the 12th Executive Director at Camp Allendale. Max is responsible for leading staff, casting long-range vision, and fundraising so Camp Allendale can continue to be “a dynamic environment for people to encounter the living God”. Max and his wife Kellie have 2 children. Max loves being outside with his family, working on cars, and cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers!
Mike Proctor
Maintenance Director
Mike joined the Allendale staff in 2002. He directly oversees the entire camp facility, buildings, grounds, and equipment. He is certified in HVAC repair. He and his wife, Meredith, have three daughters. His hobbies include riding motorcycles, sailing, and anything outdoors with his family.
Paul Burton
Facility Coordinator
Paul moved to Allendale in 2013 from Joplin, MO where he worked in a local cabinet shop and was a Resident Director at Ozark Christian College. Paul assists with all things facility-related; specifically, the pool, housekeeping, and vehicle maintenance. Paul and his wife, Amber, both enjoy outdoor adventure. His other interests are motorcycle riding, traveling, building custom furniture, and music/worship leading.
Linda Rice
Food Service Manager
Linda began work at Allendale in May of 2010. She oversees all our food service operations and transportation of food to various facilities. Linda is married to John and they have one son, who happens to live in Hawaii. Her hobbies include reading, outdoor cooking, and walking. She loves traveling to see her son and his adventures.