Installations, Dedications & Special Events

Hayes 65 year pin

Brother Perry L Hayes, Sr., a member of Bayou Lodge 365 in Bakersfield, MO since October, 1955, received a 65-year pin and certificate created and presented by his daughter, Tracy Hayes Wood. He is also a member of the Order of Eastern Star. The Lodge previously presented him a 60-year pin by Brother Wayne Calhoun.

Vineyard 70 year pin

On December 19, 2020, Tyro Lodge 12 in Caledonia, MO, honored Brother William (Bill) O. Vineyard for 70 years of service to the Masonic order. Born on July 19, 1927, he was initiated, passed and raised at Paul Revere Lodge 330 in Hazelwood, MO. In 1988, he transferred his membership to the Belgrade Lodge 632 and then, through merger, Tyro Lodge 12. Brother Vineyard was presented with his 70-year service pin and certificate and was pinned by his daughter-in-law Kim Vineyard. He was then presented with a certificate from the 28th District, and a Veterans’ certificate, flag and pin from the Missouri Masonic Home for his service in the navy during WWII.

solomon Veterans and awards Night

On November 9, 2020, Solomon Lodge 271 honored all veterans in attendance; Left to Right: RWB Jim McManigle, WB Jerry Rindom, WB Mark Johnson, Brother Les McClelland, WB Charles Dixon, WB Jerry Grace, Brother Charles Koonce, WB Tom Erickson, MWB Tim Thomas, and RWB Bob Detherow. This Stated Communication was the Official Visit of RWB Travis Schnelle, DDGM, who presented WB Greg Walker with the Lodge Achievement Award with Distinction.

strafford lodge christmas parade

On December 5, 2020, the members of Strafford Lodge 608 participated in the Small Town Christmas Parade for the City of Strafford, MO. WM Rick Headlee (Red Hat) greeted the families and gave candy to the kids. WB Dave Bagdonas (Santa Suit) was Santa and and his Elf’s were RWB Rick Thompson (Elf Suit), WB Craig Dunn (Santa Hat), Mrs. Dunn (Elf Suit), Brother Tony Warnke, and other brethren.

portrait unveiled

On October 12, 2020, MWB Tim Thomas’s portrait was unveiled in Solomon Lodge 271.

installations, Dedications & special events

unionville lodge installs Third Generation Master

On October 21, 2020, MWB Barry Cundiff installed the Officers of Unionville Lodge 210. WB Logan Gatlin will be serving for the first time as Worshipful Master. He is a third generation Master Mason. Pictured L to R: Chad Gatlin, father, Logan Gatlin, son, and Ted Gatlin, grandfather.

christmas for children in care program

Members of Ivanhoe 446, Kansas City 220, Swope Park 617, Sheffield 625, Temple Gate 299, and East Gate 630 brought their “Christmas for Children in Care” program to children in foster care through the Jackson County Children’s Division of the Missouri, Department of Social Services. The Masons bought gifts, spending $75 on each of the 65 children who were under the supervision of the Jackson County Family Court.

california christmas Baskets

On December 19, 2020, California Lodge 183 prepared and delivered baskets of staple foods and Christmas presents to eight area families. The Lodge has been doing this event for nearly 30 years. Pictured are members putting together the baskets and presents.

Texas shop-For-a-cop

WB Michael Baker and Brother Reese Bucher from Texas Lodge 177 donated $500.00 to Officer and Brother Bennie Cook for Shop-with-aCop on December 18, 2020. The Lodge has been doing this program for three years.

stewart 50 year pin

Brother Thomas Stewart of Acacia-Twilight Lodge 114 received his 50-year pin on December 8, 2020. MWB Brent Stewart had the pleasure of presenting the well-earned recognition to his father before their meeting and enlightening the assembled Brethren with some Masonic history.

installations, Dedications & special events

Bradley 50 year pin

On October 22, 2020, Brother David Bradley of LaBelle Lodge 222, was presented his 50 yr pin by DDGM Mike Scott. His grandson, Brother Aaron Olson, gladly pinned his grandfather. Brother Bradley has sat in every chair more than once and has been active his entire Masonic Life.

smith 80 year pin

On Sunday, October 25, 2020, William B. (Burrell) Smith was recognized for 80 years of membership in Monticello Lodge 58. MWB Barry Cundiff, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, presented Brother Smith with an 80-year pin and certificate of recognition. Pictured (Lto R) are: WM Bradley Robertson. Brother William B. (Burrell) Smith, and MWB Barry Cundiff.

Meridian old Newsboys schroeder 25 year pin

Humphrey/prater 50 year pin

For over 50 years, the members of Meridian Lodge 2 have stood on corners in the rain, heat, snow, and sunshine to sell newspapers for children’s charities. This year, due to the COVID-19 virus, $440 was collected virtually. Pictured are Bob Fowler, Ken Fischer, Steve Kracht, Kevin Smith and Neil Morrison. WB John Horton of Webster Lodge 98 in Marshfield, MO, presented Brother Tom Schroeder with his 25 year pin and apron. Tom was raised in July 1991. Tom’s son Michael and grandson David represent three generations of the Schroeder family to be active at Webster 98. Pictured (L to R) are Brothers Michael Schroeder, Tom Schroeder, David Schroeder.

Fenton’s empty chair Degree

On Wednesday, November 11, 2020, Fenton Lodge 281 performed the empty chair degree to honor those Brothers who gave their life in defense of our country. The ceremony began with Job’s Daughters Bethel 43’s Bible ceremony and Boy Scout troop 776’s flag presentation. Progression Chapter Order of DeMolay then presented the empty chair. The ceremony concluded with all Master Masons giving the Grand Honors to the departed brethren. On November 7, 2020, RWB Russ Humphrey and Brother Jerry Prater received their 50-Year Pins and Certificates from MWB Dave Haywood. RWB Humphrey originally joined Wentzville Lodge 46 and transferred to Fraternal when he moved to Lonedell, MO with his wife Judy (Right) and Brother Prater originally joined Zelma Lodge 545 and received courtesy degrees in Crete, IL where he was stationed in the Army. He transferred to Fraternal Lodge in Robertsville, MO, where his wife, Cora, was from (Left).

installations, Dedications & special events

Hill 50 year pin

On November 19, 2020, Brother Gale F. Hill of Jonesburg Lodge 457 was presented his 50year pin by his lifelong friend & classmate RWB Gene Wescott.

lathrop Quilt winner

On November 4, 2020, Lathrop Lodge 506 drew the winning ticket for their charity fund quilt raffle. Pictured are quilt winner Mr. James L. Gerber and WB Marion Coffman.

Fox 50 year pin

On June 15, 2020, Brother James Fox traveled north from McAllen Texas to Lathrop Lodge 506, where he was presented his 50-year pin by RWB Gary Henderks. Brother Fox is pictured with his grandson, Brother Michael Anhorn and his daughter, Nancy Horn.

lincoln county cap

WB James Urhahn and several other members of Lincoln County Lodge 682 collected money at the four way stop sign in Winfield and, in conjunction with the Masonic Home of Missuri’s Creating-A-Partnership Program, presented a check for $5,000 to the Winfield School District’s Bright Futures Program. Pictured (L to R) are: RWB Larry Kelley, WB Charles McDaniel, WB Hubert Langley, Mrs. Ericka Dixon, Program Coordinator, WB James Urhahn, Brother Phillip Rauch, WB Larry Portwood, and WB Chris Davis.

wentzville “lodge of sorrow”

On the evening of December 30, 2020, the brethren of Wentzville Lodge 46 held a “Lodge of Sorrow” to remember and honor those brothers who had been called from labor in the past year. The ceremony was a modified version from the Louisiana Masonic Monitor and included a funeral procession, the reading of the Masonic record of seven lost brothers with the iron tongue of time tolling twelve times in their memory, and a “skull lecture” reminding us of our own mortality.

Fraternal lodge cap

On November 13, 2020, Fraternal Lodge 363 of Robertsville, MO presented a check for $850 for the Robertsville and Nike schools. The Lodge held a “carry-out-only” chicken dinner and, in cooperation with the Masonic Home of MO’s Creating-A-Partnership Program, provided clothing, shoes, and hygiene items. Pictured (L to R) are: Aubrey Holt, Nike and Robertsville Counselor; David Quanz, Nike Principal; Brother Bob Wors; Brother Ron Poertner; Dan Munson, Robertsville Principal.

Greenville Fruit Baskets

Greenville Lodge 107 has a longstanding tradition of delivering fruit baskets to their local Lodge widows and shut-in members at Christmas time. Members of the Lodge delivered baskets on December 16, 2020. The baskets were prepared by Mary Ann Crites at Richard’s Supermarket at Greenville with donations made by McLane Trucking of Poplar Bluff. Those members participating were (L to R) David Bollinger, WM Madison Baker, C.L. McLane and Dennis Osborn.