Meet The Team
Kevin brings more than 35 years of auction experience to Generations and has been a licensed real estate agent since 2000. He has conducted nearly every type of auction, including land, residential and commercial real estate, estate and business liquidations, antiques, farm and machinery, and benefit auctions. As the Principal Agent, Kevin’s greatest passion is leading the Generations team in helping people navigate the downsizing process with care and expertise.
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A graduate of MidAmerica Nazarene University with a Bachelor of Arts, Kevin also attended the World Wide College of Auctioneering. Outside of work, he enjoys being on the lake or in a stream searching for crappie or trout—a pastime that reflects his patience, focus, and love of the outdoors.
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Credentials & Honors:
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2025 Kansas Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame Inductee
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SRES® – Senior Real Estate Specialist
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Licensed in Kansas and Missouri
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Realtor® – National, State, and Local Associations, MLS Member
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2009 International Auctioneer Champion – National Auctioneers Association
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2000 Kansas Auctioneer Champion – Kansas Auctioneers Association
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1998 Idaho Auctioneer Champion – Idaho Association of Professional Auctioneers
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Past President, Kansas Auctioneers Association
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Serving Kansas & Missouri
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Raised in Gardner, Kansas, Nathan was introduced to the auction industry at an early age, learning the trade from his grandfather, Hall of Fame auctioneer W.D. Barnes. He attended his first auctioneer convention before he could walk and has since built a career spanning 18 states, dozens of auction categories, and both live and online formats.
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Nathan is a graduate of the World Wide College of Auctioneering and was named the Kansas Auctioneers Association’s 2003 Rookie Champion. He also holds his Certified Auctioneer Specialist (C.A.S.) designation and is a licensed real estate agent.
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Beyond his extensive experience, Nathan is deeply committed to guiding clients through important life transitions with clarity, professionalism, and care. Known for his approachable style, practical guidance, and dedication to service, he serves as a trusted partner to both auction and real estate clients.
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Now based in Paola, Kansas, Nathan enjoys fishing, sports, and attending auctions in his spare time. He brings the same focus, energy, and teamwork developed during his college baseball years to every auction he leads—and is proud to continue a long-standing tradition of service with Generations.
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Bernice has been a valued member of the Generations team since April 2018, serving as a key part of our Central Kansas auction operations. In her role, she helps coordinate and complete online auctions from start to finish—ensuring every detail is handled, from the initial setup through a clean, empty home at the end of the process.
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Bernice takes great pride in guiding sellers through what can be an emotional and overwhelming time. Her favorite part of the job is hearing from clients who are pleased with the results and confident enough in the experience to recommend Generations to friends and family. Behind the scenes, she is often the first to step in—preparing spaces, organizing items, and addressing any cleanup needed before cataloging begins—so the auction process runs smoothly.
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Since joining Generations, Bernice has strengthened her ability to understand and assess the value of personal property, allowing her to catalog items accurately and thoughtfully. Her attention to detail, steady work ethic, and calm presence make her an essential part of the team.
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Outside of work, Bernice finds the greatest joy in time spent with family. She was married for 50 years to her husband, John, and together they raised four children, who have blessed her with 21 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Staying connected with her family—whether through spontaneous visits, shared photos, or daily messages—means everything to her.
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Known for her warmth, dedication, and quiet strength, Bernice is a trusted guide for our clients and a cherished member of the Generations family.
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Pat and Patty Gruber bring a lifetime of professional experience and a shared passion for helping others to the Generations team. Their diverse backgrounds include careers as a school teacher; insurance adjuster and executive with Shelter Insurance; operations director for a home health agency; consultant; and life and business coach. Together, they have also owned an antique store and spent many years buying and selling antiques, collectibles, and household goods—giving them hands-on knowledge of personal property and its value.
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In their roles at Generations, Pat and Patty meet with clients during times of transition to help determine the best approach for handling personal property. Once engaged in a project, they manage the entire process—from sorting and organizing items and creating sellable lots to developing auction listings, coordinating buyer pickup and shipping, and overseeing final cleanout of the home.
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What excites Pat and Patty most about their work is the opportunity to serve people during challenging life transitions and make the process easier and more manageable. They bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal abilities, along with deep experience in the antique and collectible marketplace. Their goal is to help clients responsibly and respectfully part with unneeded personal property while preserving dignity, honoring ownership, and building positive relationships.
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Both Pat and Patty grew up in Salina, Kansas, and maintain strong ties to the community. Outside of work, they enjoy spending time with their six grandchildren, traveling, and running an active eBay business. Pat enjoys fishing, pickleball, and woodworking. A fun fact: Pat and Patty were born on the same day, in the same year, at the same hospital. They are actively involved in serving through their local church and Evangel University, where they both attended.
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Megan serves as Brand & Auction Experience Manager at Generations, where she plays a key role in shaping how clients and bidders experience each auction from start to finish. She blends organization, creativity, and communication to ensure every auction is clear, engaging, and thoughtfully presented.
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In this role, Megan oversees auction coordination while also leading brand presentation, marketing, and communications. She creates all Generations graphics across the bidding platform, social media, email campaigns, and promotional materials—helping ensure a consistent, professional, and welcoming presence at every touchpoint.
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With a background in design and marketing, Megan enjoys being hands-on and applying her skills in meaningful ways each week. One of her favorite parts of the job is seeing how auctions truly bless the families Generations serves, providing clarity and relief during important life transitions.
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Outside of work, Megan is married and lives on a farm with her husband and their three children. She enjoys time spent together as a family, watching her kids discover new things, and embracing the rhythms of farm life. When she’s not working, Megan also enjoys traveling, cooking, quilting, and chickens.
Known for her attention to detail, creativity, and heart for service, Megan is an integral part of the Generations team and the care we provide to every client.