Suncoast
Masters and Wardens
Recent Events
BRO. HARTNETT RAISED AT
Prior to the degree, the Lodge enjoyed a Pork Roast
with black beans and rice, and an assortment of pies for dessert. Thanks to
Bros. Phil McCutheon and Brent Baldwin who handled
the chores in the kitchen.
Congratulations to all.
DUNEDIN, FL, USA (October 18, 2008) -
Brothers from Dunedin Lodge traveled
north once again to attend the Ft.
Clinch Civil War-era Outdoor MM Degree on Fernandina Beach, FL. The annual
degree which is performed by Amelia Lodge No. 47 F.& A.M. is
performed inside a Civil War-era fort, complete with
Attending the degree from Dunedin Lodge were W:.Tim
Bryce, PM, MPS, Lodge Secretary; Bro. Ken Johnston, the Lodge's
Senior Deacon; Bro. Tom Collias, and; W:.Ken Giesow, PM.
Prior to the degree, the City of Fernandina Beach
hosted a Classic Car show in the downtown area which added to the festival
atmosphere of the weekend.
Congratulations to the Brothers of Amelia Lodge for a fine degree and their hospitality.
Front
Row center, L-R: Bros. Hooper & Andrews
Click on photo to enlarge.
Bro.Steven
James Andrews
Bro. William Hooper of Tarpon Lodge No. 112 F.&
A.M. (courtesy work)
W:.Gene Ashcroft headed
up a large delegation from Tarpon Lodge No. 112 F.& A.M. who attended the
degree. Of note, the Hooper family was well represented to see Bro. Hooper
passed to Fellow Craft, including his father, uncle, and grandfather.
Congratulations to all.
Notice distributed by:
Tim Bryce, PM
Secretary, Dunedin Lodge No. 192 F.&
A.M.
(9-30-08)
Front
Row center, L-R: Bros. Dillon, Baldwin, & Cappiello
Richard
Scott Baldwin
Jason Michael Cappiello
Justin Reed Dillon
The degree team for the evening included:
WM - W:.Bob Matheson, PM
SW - W:.Tim
Bryce, PM, MPS, MMBBFMN
JW - W:.BJ Sammon
Trs - Bro. Dave
Seidel
Sec - W:.Rome
Scerbo, PM
CH - Bro. Tom Collias
SD - R:.W:.Sam
Lampson, PM, PDI, PDDGM - Clearwater Lodge No. 127 F.& A.M.
JD - Bro. Ilias
(Louie) Vavoularis
SS - Bro. Mike Wilson
JS - Bro. Peyton Russell
CON - W:.Ken
Giesow, PM
CON - W:.Mike
Palenik, PM
TY - Bro. Warren Bundy
The lecture was delivered by W:.Derryl O'Neal, PM of Gulf Beach Lodge No. 291 F.&A.M., and the charge was delivered by W:.Ken Giesow, PM of Dunedin Lodge. The Lodge Instructor for the Brothers will be Bro. Don Bolam.
Congratulations to all.
Annual
Golf Tournament a Success
(9-28-08)
Saturday, September 27th
Family, Friends and Brothers gathered at St. Andrews Golf Links for the
Suncoast Masters and Wardens Association Annual Golf Classic; to benefit the
Association’s Scholarship Fund and the Masonic Home of Florida.
In all, over 40 players
participated. We wish to thank all who participated and supported this event ! It was a wonderful day which supported our
association’s reason for being, as outlined in our By-laws, “to
foster Masonic fellowship and Brotherly Love”. No matter the scores
or trophies we gathered for a good cause ! Last and by
no means least, none of this could have been made possible without the
participants, and the Great Creator above!
Respectfully
submitted:
Billy
Garrett, Jr., P.M., President & Derryl B. O’Neal, P.M.,
Vice-President
Photos
Courtesy of
Christopher
H. Schlenker, P.M.
DISTRICT 21 VISIT
AT THE HOME
(9-20-08)
(L-R Mark Fowler; Dale Goehrig; Joe
Fleites; David Neveitt; Jim Harris; Remko Van der Voort; Danny Robinson)
R:.W:. Mark Fowler, along
with the Grand Line held an Official Visit at the Masonic Home on Saturday
September 20th. The chairs were filled by the brothers from the
home. Everyone had a terrific time, especially the residents
!!
(9-15-08)
L-R:
W:.Ken Giesow, PM, Cpl. John Davis, Sgt. Paul Monihan,
& W:.BJ Sammon
DUNEDIN, FL, USA (September 20, 2008) - As has become customary, Dunedin Lodge No. 192 once again recognized a Pinellas County Sheriff's Deputy for outstanding service to the community. The 2008 "Deputy of the Year" award was presented to Corporal John Davis at a special dinner held at the Lodge with 72 people in attendance. Making the presentation was W:.Ken Giesow, PM of Dunedin Lodge who was assisted by W:.BJ Sammon, Master of the Lodge. Also in attendance was Sgt. Paul Monihan, Cpl. Davis' supervisor.
According to Jim Coats, Sheriff of Pinellas County, Corporal Davis began his career with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office in May of 1987. In addition to his regular duties as a patrol deputy, Corporal Davis has also been assigned as a Field Training Deputy, where he was responsible for training new deputy sheriffs. In February 2001 he was appointed to the position of Corporal where he continues to assist a sergeant with supervisory duties at the squad level.
Corporal Davis has earned a reputation with his
co-workers and supervisors as someone who focuses on community concerns and who
works with city government to seek solutions. In 1995 Corporal Davis was
instrumental in the smooth transition of law enforcement services from the
Dunedin Police Department to the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office. Corporal
Davis has continued to serve the citizens of
In addition, Corporal Davis is known for his ability to control and assess volatile situations. His supervisors cite an incident that occurred in March of this year as an example. On March 28, 2008, Corporal Davis was dispatched along with other deputies to investigate a report of a possible car-jacking involving two armed juveniles. Corporal Davis used an appropriate amount of resources to determine that the guns were actually toys, and that the incident involved a dispute over a debt. His experience and investigative skill brought the incident into proper perspective, thus avoiding injury to the suspects and other responding deputies.
Dunedin Lodge is proud to support our local law enforcement personnel.
(9-15-08)
Bro. John
Montemarano (Monte)
Bro. Ryan Andrew Schlenker
The degree team for the evening included:
WM - W:.Tim Bryce, PM, MPS, MMBBFMN
SW - W:.Ken
Giesow, PM
JW - W:.BJ Sammon
Trs - Bro.
Ray Vyvyvian
Sec - W:.Rome
Scerbo, PM
CH - Bro. Jay Haire
MAR - W:.Chris
Schlenker, PM
SD - Bro. Ken Johnston
JD - Bro. Ilias
(Louie) Vavoularis
SS - Bro. Clark Walters
JS - Bro. Forrest McQuiston
TY - Bro. Warren Bundy
The lecture was delivered by W:.Derryl O'Neal, PM of Gulf Beach Lodge No. 291 F.&A.M., and the charge was delivered by W:.Tim Bryce, PM of Dunedin Lodge. The Lodge Instructor for the Brothers will be Bro. Don Bolam.
It should be noted that Bro. Ryan Schlenker is the son of W:.Chris Schlenker, PM, who had the privilege of escorting his son into Lodge. Bro. Ryan is also the first eighteen year old initiated in Dunedin Lodge as part of the recent legislation allowing eighteen year olds into the fraternity (and among the first in the state).
Prior to the start of the degree, W:.BJ Sammon was pleased to present R:.W:.Ed Phero, PM, PDI, PDDGM of Clearwater Lodge No. 127 F.& A.M. with a Dues Card and Certificate designating him as an Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge. In addition to helping the Lodge with numerous degrees over the years, R:.W:.Phero also admirably served District 20 as District Instructor for several years and District Deputy Grand Master (1997). Our honorary Brother was very much surprised by the award and thanked the Lodge for the courtesy. Got ya, Ed...
Congratulations to all.
Gulf
Beach Lodge Adopts-a-Class
(9-9-08)
Worhispful Master Dick Sansom and Secretary Howard Knapp present a check for $100.00
to David Tagliarini of
Br:. Rae Receives Silver Card
(9-4-08)
Senior Warden, Shawn Rae received his
Silver Proficiency card for memorizing all the questions and answers in the
catechisms of the Three Degrees. He was also presented his Perpetual
membership card by the Master at the same time. Congratulations brother Shawn !!
(8-20-08)
Bro.
Christopher M. Laughlin
Bro. Michael Wayne
("Mac") MacCartney
Bro. John ("Pik")
Pikramenos
The lecture was delivered by W:.Ed Street, PM, PDI of Pinellas Daylight Lodge No. 385 F.&A.M. (and Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge), and the charge was delivered by W:.Tim Bryce, PM of Dunedin Lodge. The Lodge Instructor for the Brothers will be Bro. Don Bolam.
St. Pete Lodge holds Family Night
(8-20-08)
Submitted by W:. Charlie Clinker
"Masonic Family Night" was held at St. Pete Lodge #139, being
hosted by Eureka Chapter #5 O.E.S.,
Numerous Masons from all over the area along with their families, friends,
and guests attended, about (90) ninety total were in attendance. Short
informational programs concerning who we are and what we do were presented
by St. Pete Lodge #139, Eureka Chapter #5 O.E.S., and
Selama Ghrotto (specifically related to the
Hyperbaric Chapter activities). A great meal of "Yankee Pot Roast"
and all the trimmings was prepared and served by both members of the Chapter
and Lodge, (absolutely fabulous as usual) Great conversation and fellowship
was shared by all during dinner. After dinner entertainment was presented
by David Meade (Grand Organist for both the Grand Lodge and the Grand Chapter
of Florida) and Chad Brock (WQYK 99.5 morning show personality). A
special birthday celebration was then presented for Brother Earl Ray (SW of St.
Pete 139).
Special guests for the evening were our own DDGM
Mark Fowler who represented Selama Ghrotto and his
guests Jennifer and Devin who are in St. Pete so that Devin who is a "near
drowning victim" can make use of the hyperbaric chambers provided by the
grotto. Devin is a wonderful little boy who has benefitted greatly from
the generousity and wonderful work of the men of the
grotto. A great time was had by all and this event was a great success
and a wonderful example of what the cooperation of our Masonic groups can
accomplish. Our next family night will be presented on Tuesday,
September 30th with an Italian dinner at 6:30 PM. Please plan to
attend and bring as man of your family and friends as you can. Please
RSVP with the number who will be attending by September 19th.
(7-29-08)
DUNEDIN, FL, USA (July 29, 2008) - Bro.
Tim Matheson Bernal of East Gate
Lodge No. 355 F.& A.M. was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason
at a Called Communications at Dunedin Lodge who performed the degree as a
courtesy to East Gate. Assisting in the degree were several Brothers from Clearwater Lodge No. 127 F.& A.M. This was a well attended event as most of
the Lodges in our area were dark for the summer. In attendance were five Lodges
from our area, 21 Past Masters, four Past District Deputy Grand Masters, and
three Past District Instructors.
Grand Master’s Recent Official
Visit
(7-18-08)
The Grand Master, Joe A. Fleites, made his
official visit to Districts 20 & 21 on Friday July 18th at the
Masonic Home of Florida in
(L-R)
R:.W:. Jim Rocha and family; R:.W:.
Mark Fowler and wife
W:. Billy Garrett, President of Masters and Wardens presents
Honorary Membership to Grand Master
Grand
Master busted and tried after dinner…by the Shrine ‘Kops’
!
Great Fun and Fellowship at July Meeting
(7-17-08)
Members of the Association gathered at Dunedin Lodge for their
Bi-monthly meeting on July 17th. Everyone enjoyed a great meal,
fellowship and a few laughs. Also, a by-laws change was approved by the
membership to move the start time from 8:00 PM to 7:30 PM, the Grand Master was
elected an Honorary member. Membership is open to all
Master Masons for $5.00 per year or $25.00 for a Life membership.
(7-8-08)
The Traveling Gavel was removed from Nitram Lodge by members of Gulf Beach
Lodge on June 19th. The Master of Gulf Beach Lodge tells us that it will be
having a fun filled summer on the beach ! It began its
festivities with a 4th of July celebration, as pictured above.
Proficiency Cards Presented at Northside
Lodge
(7-14-08)
R:. H:. Howard Knapp, District Instructor for District 21,
presented W:. Master Jim Mann his Silver Proficiency
card, and W:. George Schaller his White, Green and
Silver Proficiency cards. Great job brothers !! Keep
up the good work.
Hurricane Preparedness Program at the
Masonic Home
(7-5-08)
At our Masonic Home, Mr. Brian McClure, Meteorologist of Bay News 9, gave an outstanding presentation on hurricane preparedness. The staff, residents and guests of over fifty (50) appreciated the information and general discussion. Special thanks to Mr. McClure precious time and information presented and to Mrs. Lisa Tsotsos, Administrator, Masonic Home of Florida, who graciously allowed this presentation to be hosted there
Nitram Wins Traveling Gavel
(6-14-08)
Nitram Lodge and Gulf Beach Lodge both converged on Pinellas Daylight
Lodge June 14th with hopes of retrieving the Traveling Gavel. When
final count was made, Nitram bested Gulf Beach Lodge by one, 16 to 17 and took
the coveted prize. 55
brothers from at least 4 different lodges attended the “Flag Day”
stated meeting. There were only a few empty seats left and there were more
brothers than could fit into this picture! Freemasonry is alive and well in
District 21.
Grand Lodge Legislation Changes 2008
(5-27-08)
Brothers, here is a list of changes made to
Grand Lodge rules and regulations at the Grand Lodge Communication on May 26,
27 & 28 2008.
1.
District Instructors now will carry the title
of “Right Honorable” for life
2.
All candidates will be required to undergo a criminal
background check at the their expense
3.
Duplicate books of the ‘work’ may
be distributed to requesting districts
4.
Relocation of the books in
5.
18 year old men may now become
Masons
6.
Past Grand Masters can use the same ‘ample
form’ as the Grand Master
7.
The Grand Lodge is permitted to expend capital
necessary to meet the city of
8.
The Grand Master shall enter an order of expulsion
from the fraternity any member who is ‘convicted’ of
any of the following crimes or enters into a ‘pre-trial intervention
program’ or ‘plea bargains’ in which one of the stipulations
is to admit guilt, or enters a plea of anything other than ‘not
guilty’ when charged with murder, attempted murder, sexual battery,
child molestation, terrorism or the use of a firearm during a felony.
9.
The Masonic Home rules and regulations on pages 363-369 of the Digest be amended to reflect and clarify those rules and
regulations applicable to the Life Care Plan and the Private Pay Plan.
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