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Fred’s Mystery Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 3 Creative Expression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 3 Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4 Staff Spotlight: Mark Gilmore. . . . . . . . p. 5 Answering the Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 8 An Enterprising Woman. . . . . . . . . . . . p. 9 Village Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pp. 10 - 11 Health Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12 Masonic Village Home Care . . . . . . . . p. 12 The Spirit of Giving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13 How Does Your Estate Plan Stack Up?. p. 13 For the Love of Angels Gifts. . . . . . . . . pp. 14 - 16 Honorarium Gifts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 16 Memorial Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pp. 17 - 19

A publication of the Masonic Villages of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania

Spring 2009 Vol. 19, No. 2

Village Voice

A message from

Spring 2009

Joseph E. Murphy, N.H.A., Chief Executive Officer

The Village Voice is published four times per year.

The Masonic Villages, which include the Masonic Village at Dallas, the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, the Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, the Masonic Village at Sewickley and the Masonic Village at Warminster, are owned and operated by the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania.

Members of:

American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging Pennsylvania Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging Kairos Health Systems Masonic Homes Executives’ Association of North America

Admissions to the Masonic Villages are governed by the Committee on Masonic Homes, members of which are elected by the Grand Lodge. The Committee on Masonic Homes approves or disapproves applications for admission primarily on the basis of need. Decisions concerning admission, the provision of services and referrals of residents are not based upon the applicant’s race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, familial status, age, sex, limited English proficiency or any other protected status.

The Masonic Villages is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Village Voice Staff Debra L. Davis

Editor/Public Relations Coordinator, Elizabethtown

Editorial Board Louisa West

Administrative Assistant, Lafayette Hill

Karen Hammond

Activities Supervisor/Concierge, Sewickley

Cynthia B. Hollinger

Director, Volunteer Services, Elizabethtown

Trisha Lamb

Activities Director, Warminster

Linda Tressler

Executive Assistant, Human Resources, Elizabethtown

NEXT DEADLINE: The deadline for the Summer issue of the Village Voice is May 21.

Suggestions and submissions for consideration can be sent to: Public Relations Department Masonic Village One Masonic Drive Elizabethtown, PA 17022 or e-mailed to pr@masonicvillagespa.org For more information, call (717) 367-1121, ext. 33529.

On Cover: photo montage by Richard Johnson, Creative Director, Elizabethtown.

Photo: Marvin and Dot Wedeen, of Sewickley, at Catherine’s Palace in Russia.

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pring is the season for renewal, and I’m sure everyone is looking for the economy to do a little renewing of its own. Even during tough times, we should remember the important things in life like family, friends, neighbors, personal health and wellness and happiness.

The Masonic Villages’ team of staff, residents, volunteers and donors is certainly on the right track to working within the constraints of the current economic climate. First, because of our proactive efforts which began more than five months ago, I was recently asked to be one of three presenters at an AAHSA (American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging) Audio Conference, titled “Advice from the Inside: Managing With Mission in Mind During an Economic Downturn.” It is reassuring to know our efforts are being recognized beyond our own walls. Secondly, we continue to uphold our commitments to: 1) ensure any actions taken do not negatively affect care and services for our residents and 2) take care of our staff.

A resident service we’re piloting at our Elizabethtown location is home care services. Over the past year, residents have requested we offer these services, which are currently provided by outside agencies. Through Masonic Village Home Care services, residents maintain their independence and dignity while receiving convenient care from a compassionate professional who is familiar with our continuum of care. For more information about Masonic Village Home Care services, please see page 12.

A great example of partnering is with Irem Shrine and the Masonic Village at Dallas, where the Irem Shrine Center and Country Club will be ready to open its doors for Irem Shrine members, Masonic Village residents, weddings and other events in mid-May, followed by a Datestone Ceremony in June. I invite anyone looking to plan a large gathering of family, friends or co-workers to consider hosting your event at this new facility. For more information, please visit www.iremcountryclub.com or call Laurie Knauer, events/sales coordinator, at (570) 674-1746. Look for photos of this beautiful addition in the summer issue of the Village Voice.

Elizabethtown’s, Lafayette Hill’s and Sewickley’s 2008 Report to the Community are now available. Each resident should have received one in his or her mailbox and additional copies will be available in our visitor areas.

They may also be viewed online at www.masonicvillagespa.org/publications.php. I encourage you, your friends and your family to read them and learn how the Masonic Villages are impacting our neighbors every day. The relationships we have established within our local communities are invaluable to our day-to-day operations.

In this issue of the Village Voice, you’ll read how Dick Jevon, of Sewickley, is making a big difference in his community. You’ll also read how two residents, Bill Anderson, of Elizabethtown, and Liese Hagdorn, of Warminster, impacted their communities in the past. Our feature article highlights lifelong learning programs offered at each of our locations. These enriching programs, often offered free of charge or for a minimal fee, are as one resident stated, “one of the best bangs for the buck on campus.”

Your suggestions for helping the Masonic Villages achieve the “best bangs for its bucks,” or feedback on any matter, are continually welcome. I can be reached at (717) 367-1121, ext. 33262, or jmurphy@masonicvillagespa.org.

Sincerely

Remembering Earth Day The Village Voice has gone green! It’s a small step toward helping our environment, but in honor of Earth Day on April 22, consider signing up to receive the Village Voice newsletter electronically. Just contact us at pr@masonicvillagespa.org, and we’ll add you to our e-mail list.

If you no longer wish to receive the Village Voice newsletter, please e-mail us at giving@masonicvillagespa.org or call the Office of Gift Planning at (800) 599-6454.

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Fred’s

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n February, residents of the Masonic Village at Sewickley climbed aboard a bus, armed with less than $10 in their pockets and a single-word clue: rivers. They had no idea what adventure they were embarking on but couldn’t be more eager, as they were about to take part in one of Fred’s infamous Mystery Tours.

Fred Buskirk, Driver/Transportation Coordinator, took the wheel and before departing, asked in jest, “Anybody have directions to where we’re going today?”

Fred, center, with his Mystery Tour crew at St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Some tried to guess, but most were clueless about the final destination.

After a good chuckle, he ventured out into the local area, eventually arriving in Homestead, Pa. The group toured a former steel mill site and Pump House and learned how the local steel industry had a worldwide effect. This attraction is part of the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area, which follows along the Ohio, Beaver, Monongahela, Youghiogheny, Allegheny and Kiskiminetas rivers, hence Fred’s clue “rivers.”

“They like to play along,” Fred said. “It doesn’t even have to be somewhere really different, just anything to get them out and about.”

The trip allots seats for 32 people, but typically 50 sign up just in case someone backs out. The day before the sign-up sheet is available, residents remind each other not to miss their chance. Alice Oaks never misses a trip, and in fact, she is always the first to sign up. The afternoon the activity calendar is hung up in the clubhouse, she is there waiting. By the end of dinner that same evening, the list is full.

“They knock each other down to sign up,” Fred said. “It’s funny because they don’t even know where they’re going.”

“They’re fantastic,” Alice said of the trips. “I wouldn’t miss them. I don’t even care where we go.”

Fred started the tours three years ago, right after he started working at the Masonic Village. He is retired from the Port Authority of Allegheny County, where he was an operator and road operations supervisor. Residents asked him to coordinate a tour of Pittsburgh, and he thought a Mystery Tour would be an exciting way to see the city.

For the first trip he coordinated, Fred provided residents with the clue “ducks.” He told them to bring popped popcorn (not for them to eat) and a few dollars. The group ended up at North Park where they intended to feed ducks popcorn; however, a new rule forbid them, so the group ate it themselves. Afterward, they stopped for ice cream. Other trips have included Dairy Queen; the Krispy Creme factory; the Mattress Factory, a contemporary art museum; a penny candy store; Hartwood Acres Museum; Artifacts, an art, antiques and furniture boutique; and St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Residents can submit ideas, although they won’t be told if their ideas are chosen. Fred typically picks a destination out of a hat, and Karen Hammond, Activities Supervisor/Concierge, coordinates the details. The trips never require a lot of standing or money, and don’t take up too much time.

Alice was born and lived in Morningside, just east of Pittsburgh, until she and her husband moved across the state to Bucks County more than 30 years ago. She was happy to return to her hometown when they moved to the Masonic Village at Sewickley in 2005. A lot had changed in the area while they were gone, but through Fred’s tours, she can see a little piece at a time. She even took her first trip up one of Pittsburgh’s two famous inclines, the cable railways which traverse the Mt. Washington hillside.

“It’s interesting for people who aren’t from Pittsburgh because they can learn more about the area,” Fred said. “The folks from Pittsburgh can visit a site they may not have seen in a long time.”

“You just look forward to it,” Alice said. “When it’s over, we all clap. You think, ‘wasn’t that a nice afternoon?’”

Residents Find New Home for Creative Expression

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he Resident Art Association at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown began a decade ago and continues to be a popular creative outlet for professional and amateur artists.

The association was formed when the late Edward C. Praediger, who taught art classes for 40 years, moved to the Masonic Village. He noticed a need for an art program and, at the age of 98, began teaching weekly art classes for resident students of all ability levels. He also started an art gallery to display exceptional work.

Over the years, the Resident Art Association gained and lost popularity, but now in its 11th year, it is back in full stroke with more than 30 members who meet every week to paint and appreciate art. Residents bring diverse artistic backgrounds together to present an array of styles and mediums. The group also promotes a general interest in art, and all residents – artists or not – are invited to attend. Twice a month, professional artists teach classes, and residents continually help each other by sharing ideas and tips.

With so many people involved, the former art studio no longer suited the needs of the group. In January, a new art studio opened in the former Masonic Village Museum, located next to the Freemasons Cultural Center atrium. It features equipment and supplies which make painting easier for the residents, such as tables that rise at an angle, individual work stations to prevent spills and better lighting.

“The expansion to the new art studio is more conducive to painting,” Joe McIntyre, treasurer of the Resident Art Association, said. “It’s a more rounded, suitable and functional room.”

With their new “blank canvas,” it’s hard to imagine what Masonic Villages’ artists will create next!

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Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity A

s a field agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for 27 years, Bill Anderson sought out the truth every day, looking criminals in the eye and putting his life on the line for the good of others. Throughout his career, he was involved in the investigation of one of the most notorious political scandals in U.S. history, followed communist activity, performed hundreds of polygraph examinations, chased bank robbers, searched for kidnapping victims and counted Mark Felt, former Associate Director of the FBI, who was revealed to be “Deep Throat” in 2005, as one of his friends.

Today, a resident of the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, Bill enjoys sharing his personal connection to the Cold War and Watergate with others who lived through the same history.

Bill grew up in a small town outside of Pittsburgh. Throughout his childhood, his parents emphasized academics over all else and taught him to always do the right thing. After high school, he enlisted in the Marine Corps. He served from 1942-46 and was deployed to the Pacific Islands and China for one year. As a Lieutenant, he was in command of troops responsible for standing off the Chinese Communist Army. While in China, he met an FBI agent who was investigating American prisoners of war in Japan for potential treason.

“I could speak Mandarin, so I was ordered by the Colonel to help with his investigation. I was quite impressed with him,” Bill said. “I had heard of the FBI, but he’s the first FBI agent I ever met.”

When Bill returned from the military, he earned a bachelor’s degree in physics from Pennsylvania State University. In the fall of 1947, he inquired whether the FBI was hiring and began a very arduous entry process. He remembers the day he was hired because the ground was covered in 30 inches of snow, perhaps an indication of challenges yet to come. After four months of training at Quantico, Va., he spent the next several years on assignments across the country: Oregon, California, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and 30 other cities as an Inspector.

“In the days I was there, the FBI only operated in the U.S.,” Bill said. “We enforced federal criminal law – 120 violations – which included everything from the Migratory Treaty Bird Act to extortion. We followed the law according to Title 18 of the United States Code; agents didn’t just make up laws as they went along.”

His first assignment was on an Indian reservation in Oregon investigating crimes such as rape and attempted murder. Native American tribes have limited national sovereignty, so laws on tribal lands vary from the surrounding area and therefore fall under FBI jurisdiction. Bill then moved on to work in ranch country around Pendleton, Ore., before heading to Los Angeles, Calif. A later assignment was as an Inspector investigating FBI offices and measuring whether they were performing well.

His time in Los Angeles coincided with the heightening of the Cold War era, a time of conflict, tension and competition primarily between the United States and the Soviet Union, as well as a heightened fear of domestic communist activities. Bill’s job was internal security – knowing details of the Communist Party within the United States and identifying who might be involved with the Soviet Union and possibly attack the country from within. He knew there were communist organizations in the Central Valley of California and was able to penetrate several of them. He was even successful in changing the mind of one active member, warning the man the United States was preparing for possible war from the Soviet Union.

Bill’s later area of specialty was polygraphs. Also referred to as lie detectors, polygraphs are not necessarily used to prove someone’s guilt.

Reading a person is like fitting them in a tailor-made suit, according to Bill. It is a very meticulous process which takes hours to do. A subject is asked a series of questions leading up to the issue question, such as “Did you shoot Jane Doe?” The person’s responses are compared against themselves, meaning how they answer known truths versus possible lies.

“A polygraph is not admissible in court,” he said. “Its great virtue is its ability to eliminate suspects. The principle benefit is to eliminate the innocent.”

One of the most notable polygraphs he performed was in 1973 as part of the Watergate investigation. The special prosecutor in the case, Leon Jaworski, assigned him to question former U.S. Attorney General Richard Kleindienst who was accused of perjury before the Senate and ordering the destruction of government justice documents related to Watergate.

“He had an IQ of 160 and was a graduate of Harvard Law School,” Bill said. “When I gave him the polygraph, I could tell how intelligent he was. When we finished, he asked me how he did. I told him, ‘Good and bad. As far as perjury – everyone lies to Congress. Ordering destruction of documents – you didn’t do it.’ He said, ‘You can tell the difference?’ and burst into tears. They were tears of relief because someone had tried to frame him. He then asked where the closest Episcopal Church was.”

Kleindiesnt pleaded guilty to perjury during his confirmation hearings testimony in the Senate. He was fined and given a suspended jail sentence.

Synonymous with Watergate is “Deep Throat,” the pseudonym of the secret source who provided verification to Bob Woodward of the The Washington Post about the involvement of President Richard Nixon’s administration in the scandal. Bill knew Mark Felt, the agent who was later identified as “Deep Throat,” but was never in a position to reveal his identity.

“From prior knowledge, I believed he was ‘Deep Throat,’ but had no way to confirm my reasoning. Given all the circumstances that surrounded Watergate and Nixon’s behavior, on reflection, I believe it was a brave and useful act.”

One of Bill’s most memorable cases involved a 6-year-old girl named Guillermina Zayas who was kidnapped while walking through the Philadelphia suburbs with her 5-year-old sister. Her sister told police a man in a white car pulled up beside them and asked if they wanted to go for a ride. Minny, as she was called, said yes, jumped in the car and was never seen again.

The Philadelphia Police Department had 30 men working the case and Bill was in charge of between 25 and 30 FBI agents. They worked for three months on the case, doing everything they could, including consulting a psychic. There was never any ransom requested.

“She just disappeared,” Bill said. “To this day, I ask myself what happened to her. I still feel ashamed. It’s a failure that has been with me ever since.”

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Staff Spotlight: Mark Gilmore

Something Old, Something New E

ven before the economy began its roller coaster ride last summer, Mark Gilmore, Landscape Supervisor, was exploring ways to reuse resources already at his fingertips. His creativity transformed an ordinary courtyard of the Star Points Building, the personal care residence at the Masonic Village at Sewickley, into a beautiful, tranquil gathering place for residents, staff and visitors.

Mark used rocks from a recently purchased tract of undeveloped land nearby and recycled stones from an old patio to create a pondless waterfall, complete with a winding walkway. It took a few months to complete because he was only able to work on it between his other daily tasks.

The waterfall is located in an interior courtyard and can be viewed from various locations.

A passerby can see it from the upstairs and downstairs hallways inside the Star Points Building, the dining room and the windows from the lounge in the Valley Care Masonic Center, the skilled nursing residence.

“There are several residents and families who have expressed how hard Mark worked on the project,” Tracy Leja, Assistant Executive Director, said. “They also commented on how talented he is and what nice work he does.”

“The residents seem to love it,” Mark said. “They had fun watching me work on it. We can’t wait for the warmer weather so we can get outside and enjoy it.”

“I think it is a really wonderful addition to the facility and to our campus. It is a really lovely setting for the enjoyment of all,” resident Sherwood Lennartson said. “Mark is one of the hardest working people I’ve ever seen. He really loves his work.”

Mark has worked at Masonic Village for six years. He is solely responsible for caring for the grounds of the more than 60-acre campus.

“I like being outside and the freedom of my job,” he said. “We have more than 85 different varieties of trees and the residents take great interest and pride in the way the campus looks. They enjoy watching me work.”

His job has its challenges, too. Being a one-man crew, Mark never runs out of tasks. He also has lots of great ideas for new projects, but has to keep his creativity within budget. Projects like the waterfall enable him to do a lot, using a little money. Another way he conserves resources is by moving plants around as they mature and crowd themselves. He is able to create entirely new beds out of mature plants.

Mark loves the outdoors whether he is at work or play. He is an avid hunter and fisher, although, “I see more deer on campus than I saw in the woods during hunting season,” he said. Deer nibbling away at his landscaping throughout the winter also present him with daily challenges at work.

Additionally, he enjoys spending time with his family and watching his daughter’s basketball games.

With a little money and a lot of creativity, Mark has added a new element to the Masonic Village at Sewickley; one which will provide simple moments of pleasure for all who behold it.

FBI Continued Catching criminals was a dangerous job, but in 27 years, Bill never had to fire his gun at anyone. That’s not to say, he never used it as a scare tactic.

While assigned to street work in Pittsburgh, he sat in his car one day eating lunch. Over the radio came the call: “Old Faithful has gone off again.” Old Faithful was the nickname for a Mellon Bank downtown which had been robbed a multitude of times.

When he arrived at the scene, there was an agent inside gathering details, so Bill went around to question witnesses in the neighborhood. He went into a tailor shop and spoke to a man who, because the robberies were so frequent, didn’t even look up from the pants he was pressing as he told Bill the details.

The witness had seen the getaway car sitting in front of his shop and gave Bill the license plate number.

Bill drove around the block, and much to his astonishment, found the matching license plate on a car parked in front a bar. Just as he signaled for a police car to come around, the four suspects walked out of the bar and got in their car.

Bill grabbed the .38 caliber revolver he

carried and walked up to the suspect’s window, Feeling a little like Dirty Harry, he said, “I’ve got five rounds. I could get three of you at least.

What do you want to do?”

They surrendered without a problem.

At age 50, Bill retired from the FBI and became chairman of the Criminal Justice Department at West Chester University. His 27year career with the bureau earned him letters of commendation from every director of the FBI. He also made many friends, including several informants whose identities are permanent secrets.

Three years ago, Bill moved to the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown with his wife, Camilla.

He comes from a long line of Masons, including his father and grandfather. J. Edgar Hoover, the first director of the FBI, was a 33° Mason.

Since his arrival at Masonic Village, Bill has enjoyed putting his energy toward helping convert the space in his backyard into a wild flower meadow. He also makes his own wooden furniture. Most of the pieces in his home are handmade. In fact, he has made so many pieces, the only ones he makes now are for friends and neighbors. Less time working with wood allows him more time to read. His book collection

includes many works of non-fiction.

He and Camilla enjoy traveling all over the United States and have been to Scotland and Mexico. They also visited the Indian reservation in Oregon where he worked, and where another agent is performing the same duties 50 years later. Locally, Bill visits various retirement communities, sharing his tales as an FBI agent.

He also meets monthly with the Retired Agent Association.

The FBI celebrated 100 years as an intelligence agency and national security organization in 2008. The function of the bureau has changed somewhat over the years.

“They are handling much bigger responsibilities now, like international security,” Bill said. “I dealt with ordinary criminals – nothing like suicide bombers. I don’t think I was that important.”

To the people he helped protect and the accused he was able to prove innocent, Bill’s service in the FBI was very important. As a Mason and an agent, he has proven his dedication to the values of truth, love, charity, fidelity, bravery and integrity.

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A Lifelong O

ne month, residents of the Masonic Village at Sewickley find themselves deep in outer space. The next month, they journey back in time to ancient Egypt. The following month, they are immersed in a discussion about global economics.

Thanks to lifelong learning programs, residents at the Masonic Villages are able to enjoy these adventures all year round without having to take a ride on a rocket ship, jump in a time machine or hop on a plane.

Dallas Residents of the Masonic Village at Dallas have multiple options for lifelong learning programs all around them. Five colleges and universities are located in the area, including Misericordia University, King’s College, Penn State Wilkes-Barre, Wilkes University and Luzerne County Community College, and all offer various educational opportunities.

At Misericordia University, located next door to Masonic Village, residents may participate in non-credit courses and the Elderhostel and Senior Fellows Program. The university also features a state-of-the-art library which includes an extensive collection of books, publications, archives and a computer lab. It hosts cultural events including art exhibits, sporting events, theater and musical concerts.

Residents Dr. John and Barbara Kolchin not only participate in lifelong learning programs at nearby colleges and universities, they have served on an advisory committee which determined specific topics and activities.

“I’m a retired superintendent of the New Jersey public school system and my whole 40year career was in education,” John said. “I’m a staunch supporter of learning and keeping the brain engaged. Just because we’re retired, doesn’t mean we cannot contribute.”

Last summer, the Kolchins participated in an Elderhostel Program at Misericordia University.

Over a 5-day period, they attended courses taught by college professors on subjects including forensics and DNA, religion, American pop culture and Hollywood during the Great Depression. They have already signed up for this summer’s session.

They’ve also taken part in the Masters Leadership Program which took them to a different local college or university each week for five weeks. They learned about the history of the Wilkes-Barre area, local government, plans for downtown revitalization and community service.

“It was a wonderful program for seniors,” Barbara said. “Being new to the area, we learned so much. We’ve met so many wonderful people. It keeps life interesting.”

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their temple and volunteer with the League of Women Voters, a non-partisan political action group. They served on the advisory committee for the Kaleidoscope Program at Luzerne County Community College.

“It keeps your brain fresh, and it’s a nice way to socially interact with others,” Barbara said of attending lifelong learning programs. “We never had time when we were working to do this sort of thing. Now, we keep very busy. It gives us something to look forward to.”

They also frequently take bus tours with local guides, have visited almost every state including Alaska and enjoy taking cruises. “It is so easy to travel while living at Masonic Village,” Barbara said. “All we have to do is lock our door.”

“I never miss a program,” resident Blanche Manmiller said. “I love them all. I’m an old farmer, so I especially don’t miss any programs related to farming or gardening. It’s my therapy – I’ve got to keep my old brain working!”

Blanche Manmiller

Dr. John and Barbara Kolchin

Elizabethtown In Elizabethtown, Cristine Maser, Recreation Coordinator, looks to residents, fellow staff and community members to provide ideas for programs to offer retirement living residents.

Topics in 2008 included Planting and Cooking with Herbs, Digital Photography, various book reviews and Dr. Robert Farrell speaking on the “Cellular Basis of Cancer.”

Three of the most popular programs were A Day on the Farm, and Masonic Village Landscaping staff highlighting What’s in Bloom? and Colors of the Season at Masonic Village.

A Day on the Farm featured Frank Stoltzfus, Supervisor of Agriculture Production, sharing details of the farming operations and beef cattle production. The Landscaping staff shared photos of the different plants, trees and flowers covering the 1,400 acre-property, as well as how they maintain the grounds.

In April, for the first time, residents could sign up for a lifelong learning program “abroad.” A bus took them on a tour of Lancaster, including historical landmarks, Amish country and covered bridges.

“It’s a good opportunity for everybody – staff, volunteers and residents,” Cristine said.

Landscaping staff noticed Blanche’s love of flowers and offered to let her deadhead plants – trim off spent flowers – in several spots around campus. She also keeps active by exercising, volunteering and painting.

“Being healthy intellectually is as important to our psyche and our spirit as being healthy physically and spiritually,” Liz Grosh, Recreation Coordinator, said. “Though we cannot always control what is happening to ourselves as we age, those aspects we can take responsibility for, such as diet, exercise, social involvement, attitude, stress and environment, are all beneficial in achieving and maintaining a quality of life which we desire and deserve. No matter what your age, mental stimulation is important to overall health and wellness.”

Liz integrates learning opportunities into programs for residents in the residential living area of campus through Social Hour, which features a topic for group discussion, and resident Paul Miller’s Wisdom of History sessions. Each month, educational trips are offered, including outings to museums, nature centers and historical landmarks.

The Recreation staff often ask residents what programs they are interested in attending and try to accommodate their requests.

Other opportunities for continued learning are wellness classes, Bible study, computer courses, contract bridge lessons and classes which teach new skills such as knitting, ceramics and art through the Resident Art Association.

In the Masonic Health Care Center, residents in the personal care and skilled nursing areas have recently been treated to educational programs such as Women in History; Digging for Dinosaurs, featuring a scientist who digs for fossils and studies

Journey dinosaurs; and Earth Day activities with local college students.

Lafayette Hill

Lafayette Hill’s Health Fair

New lifelong learning programs are being implemented in Lafayette Hill as staff are exploring ways to engage and educate residents.

Recent topics have included MRSA Bacteria, which residents requested, Infection Prevention, Fall Prevention and Balance, Therapy, Osteoporosis and Exercise, Lifeline Screening for Strokes, and Stress Management and Relaxation. Local youth volunteers are being recruited to help residents with computer skills and to offer intergenerational interaction.

The Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill also hosts a Health Fair every year to inform residents, staff and the community about health issues and wellness options. Vendors include the local fire company, a chiropractor, medical practitioners and wellness coaches.

“We hope residents are learning how to live better, healthier lifestyles,” Lorraine Lardani, Administrator, Health Care Services, said. “We want to teach them how to keep safe and remain more independent longer. The programs also challenge their minds. An active mind can stave off Alzheimer’s disease and add a social dimension to their lives.”

Sewickley

Marvin Weeden in Helsinki

Marvin Wedeen, founder of the Valley Care Nursing Home which later became the Valley Care Masonic Center and part of the Masonic Village at Sewickley, and one of the village’s first residents, envisioned the community as a place for residents

to live and grow. He and his wife, Dot, have traveled to more than 25 countries between the two of them, but even when they’re not living out of a suitcase, they enjoy exploring new places, subjects and ideas.

To fulfill his own curiosity and engage others in discussions, he organizes lifelong learning sessions every Monday. For a $3 voluntary contribution (to cover the cost of wine and snacks enjoyed afterward), it’s “one of the best bangs for the buck on campus,” according to Marvin.

The sessions feature a video recording of a professor’s lecture or TV program. Past topics have included the “History of the Supreme Court,” “Cosmos: A Journey Into Space” and “Russia: Land of the Tsars.”

Marvin researches programs and develops a list of topics. Once a year, he surveys residents to see which ones they prefer. He screens the programs ahead of time to make sure the topic is interesting, the speaker is engaging and it utilizes visual aids.

Another popular lifelong learning program is a monthly religious discussion which features a local Buddhist monk, Priest, Rabbi and Minister. A different individual leads the discussion each time, but they all participate. One recent topic was the Sin of Silence. Every resident is invited, no matter which religion they practice.

Marvin also coordinates monthly visits to the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh. The Council’s mission is to promote, on a non-partisan basis, understanding of important international issues and demonstrate the growing connections between the Pittsburgh region and the rest of the world. Informed discussions of world affairs are encouraged. Additionally, the Masonic Village periodically hosts a political TV commentator who served as chief of staff for a local Congressman.

He discusses current issues from a political perspective.

“These programs keep us stimulated and young mentally,” Marvin said. “I’m here to keep living. I’m hoping to entice new attendees in the future.”

and South America.

Everyone seemed to enjoy learning about the different teas and describing their varying tastes.

One resident who recently passed away, decided, at the age of 92, she wanted to “brush up” on the French she had learned back in grade school (which she attended in the 1920s). Trisha was able to provide her with some tools to help her refresh her skills.

“If residents think there is something new to learn or try, it gives them incentive to keep coming out of their rooms,” Trisha said. “For example, I have seen a marked change in one resident, Liese Hagdorn, who used to keep to her room. Once she realized there was something interesting to do, she started coming out more and now, she comes out almost every afternoon.”

“I love Trish,” Liese said. “She’s so knowledgeable. When we’re celebrating a holiday, it’s not just about the fanfare. She goes into the history of the event. She also reads the newspaper to us, not just as something that has to be done, but she makes it interesting.”

(To learn more about Liese Hagdorn, please see page 9.)

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“For our residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, trying something different can have a significant effect,” Trisha said. “During the activity with the caviar, for example, the lady who was the most brave in trying it was someone with cognitive loss. She enjoyed it more than anyone.”

Each year, Trisha organizes a Chinese New Year program where she teaches Chinese words and phrases and some writing. There are always a few residents who take photocopies of the lessons back to their rooms because they want to remember what they learned for the next year.

Residents across the Masonic Villages can choose from a variety of programs which embrace lifelong learning. Each session offers a chance to learn something new (or remember something old), meet new people and remain mentally active.

“There is no limit to the human mind when it comes to curiosity,” Trisha said.

“I am impressed by how many of our elders think it is important to learn new things, or at least be informed about what is going on the world,” Trisha Lamb, Activities Director, said.

She tries to incorporate education into many of the activities she plans. Whether it is reading the newspaper, learning the history of a holiday or meeting animals at a petting zoo, all residents, including those with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, can appreciate trying something new or different.

Residents have recently taken part in a few programs based on edible items, including the unusual: octopus, pig’s feet and caviar, and the usual: homemade pasta. Many were brave enough to try the octopus, pig’s feet and caviar for the first time in their lives.

During a recent tea tasting, residents sampled teas from around the world: China, India, Africa

Liese Hagdorn

“Anyone who keeps learning stays young.

The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young.” -

Henry Ford

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Answering the Call R

ichard Jevon, a resident of the Masonic Village at Sewickley, has spent 25 years helping families facing mental illness navigate “the system.”

For his efforts, he was named a winner of the 2008 Jefferson Award for Public Service. He was one of seven individuals honored at the Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History on Feb. 12.

The way he sees it, the award doesn’t benefit him, but rather the organization to which he devotes more than 125 hours a month: the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Southwestern Pennsylvania.

“The real benefit is the visibility of the organization in the community,” he said. “At the award ceremony, as part of my brief comments, I asked how many people had heard of NAMI. About 30 people in an audience of 500 raised their hand. Mental illness is very common – out of 100 people, four have a serious mental illness.

They may be coping with it, but nobody talks about it.”

Richard volunteers with NAMI fielding calls from families looking for answers and support, teaching at conferences and local schools and attending board meetings. In addition to the NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania Board, he serves on the Allegheny County Mental Health and Mental Retardation Board and the Allegheny Health Choices, Inc. Board.

In the last 25 years, he has seen improvements in assistance for people dealing with mental illness, but families still need help understanding what mental illness means, choosing treatments and finding coverage.

“The public in general does not understand serious mental illnesses,” he said. “It greatly affects everyone involved. People with a mental illness have trouble socializing and keeping a job. They need help with daily living. It’s okay to talk about it. It’s not a weakness or a lack of character.”

When he answers a phone call, often times from a family member dealing with mental health issues for the first time, Richard will listen to what the caller has been going through and suggest courses of action. In a few minutes, he helps them understand a complicated system, including what to do if they have Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance or no coverage at all. He will explain that sometimes family doctors will prescribe a patient medicine, even though the doctor is not equipped to treat mental illness. If it is a serious matter, he may suggest they commit a family member to involuntary hospitalization. Ideally, a person with a mental illness would want to go, but one common symptom is denial.

Richard is able to relate to the callers because he understands first-hand how a serious mental illness affects a family. One of his sons was diagnosed with a serious mental illness. For the first 10 years after his son’s diagnosis, Richard and his wife, Betsy, found very little help or treatment. Richard asked, “Isn’t anybody trying to change the system?”

He discovered there were a few individuals who were asking themselves the same question. That is when he connected with NAMI, known as Advocates for the Mentally Ill in Transition, at the time.

“There’s that much need,” he said. “I just couldn’t sit still and do nothing. As a retired businessman, I consider a problem and

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I am able to see one or more answers and advocate for it.”

Additionally, he has spent the last 30 years following major national, state and local legislation which impacts those with mental illnesses.

“The system is much better today. Care and education have improved and there is more money for treatment and support, but there are still issues,” he said. “When my son first became sick, anti-psychotic medications had such harsh side effects, people did not want to take them. There are new medicines now, although we’re still advocating to make all drugs available to everyone. Large mental hospitals with 5,000 patients are now closed. People are living in the community because they don’t have to be put in an asylum. They can live a life of dignity and purpose.

“People coping with a mental illness are some of the bravest in the world. I was at a mental illness conference once and the speaker, who was 44 years old, said he had heard voices in his head since he was 7. Even as he was talking to us, he said he could hear seven voices in his head, but he was still able to give a serious talk.”

Richard began his work with NAMI after his retirement from Alcoa in 1987. While volunteering, he continued working other jobs until his official retirement in 1996.

Richard and Betsy moved to the Masonic Village in the fall of 2007. “We enjoy ourselves,” he said. “We certainly lead different lives now. My wife says we have more friends now than ever before.

A few of our neighbors we’ve realized we knew from a few years ago.”

Among the common interests he shares with several neighbors is a love of cars. A few Masonic Village residents may have seen (or heard) Richard slowly rumbling through the village in his 1987 Ferrari. He also has 1960 Austin-Healey, which he restored. He trades the vehicles back and forth with his son in Chicago.

In 1983, he was one of the organizers of the first Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, America’s largest vintage race and the only one run on city streets. Since 1983, the annual race has raised $2.4 million to benefit developmentally disabled individuals through the Autism Society of Pittsburgh and Allegheny Valley School.

Taking what was a confusing experience for him and his family and turning it into a chance to help others, Richard has impacted countless families facing a mental illness. He provides information, comfort and encouragement to those on the other end of a long, winding road.

The Jefferson Awards were started in 1972 by the American Institute for Public Service and are administered locally by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The recipients are among 50 Community Champions who were nominated by the public and private sectors. Winners receive a medallion and $1,000 for the nonprofit of their choice, underwritten by sponsoring groups. Thanks to Richard, the Jewish Healthcare Foundation gave $1,000 to NAMI Southwestern Pennsylvania.

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t a time when young women attended a school where they learned the proper way to dress, walk, shake hands and converse, Liese Hagdorn reigned. Liese Hagdorn Enterprises prepared hundreds of women for careers in modeling or other pursuits, giving them grace and confidence.

“It seems so long ago at times, yet I can remember it like it was yesterday,” Liese, a resident of the Masonic Village at Warminster, said. “I think young, even though I’m old.”

Liese’s family immigrated to the United States from Germany when she was a young child.

She describes her parents as very down to earth, always teaching her to do the right thing and to “Mind her Ps and Qs.” She was a quiet child who never smiled much.

After attending a finishing school as a teenager, she became interested in teaching manners and etiquette. Her first job out of college, however, was as a receptionist at WFIL, a local radio station. One of her tasks was to sign in visitors. During World War II, many celebrities, including Lucille Ball, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby and Greer Garson, passed through the station to promote War Bonds. “Bob and Bing were funny; always ‘on stage.’ Greer was very pleasant. I felt comfortable around all of them,” she said. “They are people just like we are.”

In the evenings, Liese attended German classes where she met a woman who had connections with a local finishing school and thought Liese would be a perfect fit. She quickly moved up to director of the school. Wanting to branch out on her own and adhere to her own rules, Liese left after about four years to form Liese Hagdorn Enterprises.

“When I told people I ran a finishing school, some would shy away,” she said. “I think they were afraid of what I might say. I’m really just a plain, ordinary person.”

Among the lessons she taught were how to dress for certain occasions, how to accessorize using hats and scarves, preparations to become a model, letter-writing and how to apply makeup. “The goal with makeup is to wear it with subtlety,” Liese said. People should be asking, ‘Does she wear makeup or doesn’t she?’ They shouldn’t know. That idea is very different today.”

Liese hoped not to just polish girls on the outside, but on the inside as well. “I wanted to make them better people in general and prepare them to be successful when they were in public, whether interviewing for a job or just meeting with friends,” she said. “I hope they gained the knowledge to make the most out of the least; how to do a lot with a small budget, which comes in handy these days, too.”

She became well known in the area and was called upon to host fashion shows for local department stores. At first, this role frightened her, and she approached the audience with shaking knees. Once the nerves wore off, Liese shined, even during sticky situations.

“One time, my contact lens flipped while I was one stage,” she said. “It was very painful, and I had to correct it, so I said to the audience, ‘Some people flip their lids, well, I’ve flipped my lens. Bear with me.’ I had to add some humor. I’m a ham at heart.”

Modern finishing schools, although few and far between, are marketed toward both males and females, young and old, offering advice for everyday success in business and social gatherings.

“I enjoyed those days, but it is somewhat of a lost art now,” Liese lamented. “I guess I’m just old hat. You have to accept changes and not judge others, but it is nice to see women my age still practicing some of those lessons.”

When she wasn’t running her enterprise, Liese spent a lot of time volunteering with the YWCA and helping with any activity related to the German language and culture. She often spoke about etiquette to groups who couldn’t afford to hire a speaker – anyone from Girl Scout Troops to senior adult groups – free of charge. “Volunteering always gave me a good feeling,” she said.

Liese has returned to her birthplace, Germany, several times. Her heritage and family are very important to her and during her visits, she was able to see the house she was born in and meet several of her cousins.

A resident of the Masonic Village at Warminster for three years, Liese enjoys the closeness she feels with the other residents and staff. “We’re like a family,” she said. “It’s very peaceful here. I make the best of every day and take advantage of what they offer us. I enjoy all the people. They are all so special, I can’t say enough about them.”

The community is also conveniently located near many of her friends and family, including her former church. Her son lives in Rockledge and her grandson, who will be married in October, is attending the University of Pennsylvania.

“I’ve led an interesting life,” she said. “I have enjoyed it, although there are some things I’d do differently, like be more aggressive with my education. Life’s not perfect. You make the best of what you have and don’t always take. Look at what you can give.”

If anyone you know needs assistance during these tough economic times, www.heretohelp.pa.gov lists a variety of programs the Pennsylvania government offers for state residents. Help is available with employment, family services, housing, education and economic development.

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Liz Shea, a student at Elizabethtown College studying music therapy, takes to the dance floor with resident Richard Hawkins during the 10th anniversary celebration of music therapy at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown.

Village Residents and staff at Sewickley donned their best black and yellow attire to cheer on the Pittsburgh Steelers as they defeated the Arizona Cardinals in Super Bowl XLIII. Shown top, left: Austin McGrath and Tom Stephenson, part of Steeler Nation.

Below are staff who were “instrumental” in bringing the music therapy program to life at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown: (back row, l-r) Dr. James Haines, Professor of Music, Elizabethtown College; Gary Wylde, Director of Resident Services; Joseph Murphy, Chief Executive Officer; (front row, l-r) Claudia Stephens, Chief Human Resources Officer; Ann Dinsmore, Music Therapy Supervisor; Jen Hinton, Music Therapist; and Vicki Gillmore, Administrator - Health Care Services.

Residents dance the day away on Valentine’s Day at Lafayette Hill: (top) Virginia Satterthwaite and Howard Mack and (bottom) Cia Mack and Michael Zappitelli.

Below, Mary Mase, Patricia Sweigart and Rebecca Sheely, daughter and guest of Jean Spear, enjoy a taste of Ireland at a St. Patrick’s Day dinner in Elizabethtown.

Below, the William Slater Master Masons Club in Sewickley sponsored a trip to a local bowling alley. Members volunteered to escort male residents from the personal care and skilled nursing areas to the bowling alley, where everyone enjoyed a few games and pizza for lunch. Shown back row (l-r): Nick Tisak, Hank Graham, Del Toy, Bill Robeson, Don Keller, Ralph Dukstein, Chuck Paisley, Tracy Miller and David Rihl. Shown middle row (l-r): James Miller, Hank Matson, Ray Gillespie, Ed Himmer, Ralph Bogatay and Larry Speer. Shown front row (l-r): David Sampson, Pasquale Scimio, Charles Mosca and Doug Wilson.

Elizabethtown resident Larry McArthur (top) donated a Wii for residents in the Roosevelt 4 neighborhood of the Masonic Health Care Center. He donated the interactive video game system in memory of his wife, Lu, who resided on the floor prior to her passing last November. Above, resident Bob Fortney tries out the bowling game with the help of Megan Wise, Nursing Assistant, while Mary Worrell watches.

Above, residents (and animals) gathered to celebrate Mardi Gras in Warminster. Included in the festivities were masks and traditional foods. Shown above: Betty O’Malley and Madeline Wallace, and a mystery resident with Roscoe.

Left, Elizabethtown resident Ray Simpson is crowned with Mother Nature’s hat during a Groundhog Day celebration.

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this year, but alas, spring has finally arrived!

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Happenings Old York Road Chapter No. 346, Order of the Eastern Star, hosted a Valentine’s Day party for the residents of Warminster. In addition to edible goodies, residents also received gift bags. Shown above: Helen Taylor and Eleanor Foster, and to the right, Elsie Poust and Ruth Fassett.

Martha Baker (center), of Elizabethtown, is joined by her daughters, Christine Sprenkel and Jane Arnold at the Candlelight Gala which featured goodies and entertainment by Masonic Village staff.

Ladies of the Star Points Building, the personal care residence, and Valley Care Masonic Center, the nursing residence, in Sewickley, were treated to a night of glitz and glamour at the second annual Enchanted Evening.

On Jan. 28, residents of the retirement living area and staff helped the ladies dress in beautiful gowns, styled their hair and topped their look off with a little makeup.

After a delicious dinner, the women enjoyed entertainment.

Thanks to all the Masonic lodges, Order of the Eastern Star chapters, staff, residents and volunteers who contributed to the night’s success.

Above, members of the Warminster Advisory Council, Betty McQue and Ruth Yarnall, help out at the annual Penny Party on March 14.

Through raffles and food sales, this year’s event raised almost $5,000 for the Masonic Village at Warminster.

Below, at a meeting of Doric Lodge No. 630 in January, the Masonic Village at Sewickley Master Mason Degree Team conferred a Master Mason degree upon Daniel Benson, Finance Supervisor (front row, third from right). Shown, front row (lr): Charles Garnes, P.D.D.G.M., Junior Warden; Conrad Hart, P.M., Senior Master of Ceremonies; Bill Hanwell, P.M., Guide; Bill Moisey, P.M., Worshipful Master; Ralph Dukstein, P.M., Chaplain; [Daniel Benson]; Charles Paisley, Tyler; and Nick Tisak, Pursuivant. Shown back row, (l-r): David Rihl, Senior Deacon; Howard Graham, P.M., Junior Deacon; Leslie Carlysle, P.M., Junior Master of Ceremonies; and Tracy Miller, P.M., Senior Warden.

Residents at Lafayette Hill show off their masterpieces after a “Painting with Paula” class. Clockwise from left: Howard Mack, Cia Mack, Mary Millinghausen, Nancy Schultz, Katherine Hankins and Michael Zappitelli.

Master Mason Degree Conferred Upon

Presidential Inauguration 2009

Daniel Benson At Doric Lodge #630 Meeting, Star Points Assembly Room, Masonic Village at Sewickley, on Thursday, January 22, 2009

Masonic Village at Sewickley Master Mason Degree Team: Front Row, Left to Right…..

To honor the inauguration ofCharles President BarackJunior Warden; Conrad Hart, P.M., Sr. Master of Garnes, P.D.D.G.M., Ceremonies; Bill Hanwell, P.M., Guide; Bill Moisey, P.M., Worshipful Master; Obama, the 44th president ofRalph theDukstein, United States, P.M., Chaplain; [Daniel Benson]; Charles Paisley, Tyler; Nick Tisak, Pursuivant. residents in Elizabethtown were invited to an Back Row, Left to Right…. inauguration ball featuring music, dancing, a balloon drop and the commander-in-chief  David Rihl, Senior Deacon; Howard Graham, P.M., Junior Deacon; Leslie Carlysle, P.M., Jr. Master of Ceremonies; Tracy Miller, P.M., Senior Warden. himself - as portrayed by Kirk Rakos, Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor. Secret Service agents were also in attendance to ensure the event was a success. Local news channel WGAL 8 covered the festivities and spoke with residents Paul Miller, Dawn Christmas and Wilbur “Bud” Weaver (shown far left, l-r) about presidential inaugurations past and present.

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by J. Kenneth Brubaker, M.D., C.M.D., Medical Director, Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

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Don’t Forget Your B-12

itamin B-12 deficiency is a common problem in older adults.

Historically, it was a common diagnosis by primary care physicians without the benefit of laboratory testing. Tiredness was frequently manifested by no pep or energy and a run-down feeling. Many of the patients who presented with these complaints were treated with B-12 injections, usually 1,000 micrograms intramuscularly weekly and later monthly. While there was a lack of good scientific evidence supporting B-12 treatments, many primary care providers and patients believed B-12 shots were very helpful in alleviating symptoms of tiredness.

Unfortunately, several decades ago there wasn’t any satisfactory blood testing available to validate significant improvement with B-12 treatment.

Positive patient responses were the only reliable methods to confirm beneficial treatment. Later, physicians were able to test B-12 blood levels which was very helpful in determining true B-12 deficiency; however, there continued to be a lot of disagreement among researchers as to what B-12 levels were truly abnormal. We now know blood levels below 160 micrograms are definitely low, but there is a gray zone between 160 to 400 micrograms which may be abnormal in some patients. Fortunately, we now have other biochemical tests which can validate if B-12 levels below 400 micrograms are truly abnormal.

Physicians have also learned low B-12 levels can contribute to anemia (low red blood cell count). To make matters more confusing, one usually will not observe anemia unless the B-12 levels are less than 160 micrograms. Other symptoms one frequently observes in B-12 deficiency include memory loss, depression and other psychiatric symptoms. B-12 deficiency can also cause a sore tongue, numbness and/or sharp shooting pains (peripheral neuropathy), loss of appetite, weight loss and poor balance.

Vitamin B-12 is not produced by the human body. Rather, B-12 is found in dietary sources, primarily meat and dairy products. Vegetarians

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are at an increased risk of experiencing B-12 deficiency since B-12 isn’t found in plant foods. The minimum daily requirement of B-12 is 2.5 micrograms. B-12 can be stored in the body for many months. If an individual suddenly experiences a decreased intake of vitamin B-12 for several months, he or she will have plenty of stored vitamin B-12 in his or her body to sustain daily needs for a number of months.

When vitamin B-12 is ingested, it eventually passes to the end of the small bowel (ilium) where it is absorbed. This means if someone has a chronic illness with inflammation at the terminal ilium or has had part of their small bowel removed, they may have trouble absorbing B-12. In these situations, B-12 must be given by injections. In the past, it was thought the only way B-12 deficiency can be treated is by injection, even in those patients who had a normally functioning small bowel. Fortunately, medical research has taught physicians that taking large amounts of B-12 by mouth will be effective in replenishing the body’s depleted vitamin B-12. Thus, it is in rare situations that patients with vitamin B-12 deficiency will require B-12 by injections.

Most vitamins have B-12 included in the composition of the vitamin, although some multiple vitamin pills have more B-12 than others. For example, the Centrum® Silver multiple vitamin, or its generic equivalent, has 25 micrograms of B-12. Even though 25 micrograms is more than adequate for a person’s daily needs, some people may require a higher level of vitamin B-12 due to absorption problems. There isn’t total agreement among physicians as to what is the appropriate amount of B-12 supplement needed for patients who are deficient. Some people respond to 100 micrograms a day while others may require up to 1,000 micrograms a day.

Obtaining blood levels will enable a physician to determine the amount of B-12 required in a patient who is B-12 deficient. There is no scientific evidence to date which would indicate taking too much vitamin B-12 is associated with any toxicity to the human body.

Services You Need Delivered to Your Door MasonicVillage Home Care

eginning on May 1, the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown is offering residents home care services. After evaluating the program’s success in Elizabethtown, these services may be available at other Masonic Village locations in the future, where demand exists.

Masonic Village Home Care services provide a secure, convenient option for those who want to receive personalized care or individualized services in the comfort of their home. These services include homemakers and/or home care assistants providing care based on a consultation with a registered nurse, who will tailor a plan to allow each resident to remain as independent and active as possible for as long as possible. Our staff know how our health care system operates, so we’re best qualified to meet our residents’ needs and assist them in addressing any issues which may arise.

Our trained Masonic Village staff can bring the services you need to your doorstep. Call (717) 367-1121, ext. 33700 today to arrange a consultation with one of our registered nurses who will help determine the best plan for your lifestyle.

Home Care Services vary depending on level of individual need. They may include: Medication reminders Personal grooming/hygiene care Menu planning/meal preparation Feeding/eating assistance Washing/drying dishes Assistance with laundry/ironing Escorting to/arranging appointments Running basic errands Escorting to church

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Letter/card writing Arranging/participating in outings/ trips Crafts/puzzles Bathing/showering assistance Transfers in/out of bed/chair Assistance with mechanical lifts Completing a prescribed exercise program

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Basic vital sign monitoring Oxygen assistance (no adjustment to levels) Day surgery assistance care Basic post surgical/procedural assistance Basic wound care Medication administration Catheterizations

Enema administration Post-surgical monitoring RN assessment for care/safety needs Tube feedings Diabetic teaching Decision-making capability evaluation

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The Spirit of Giving

hrough the Greeting Card Project, retirement living residents of Masonic Village at Elizabethtown collect funds to support the Masonic Charities and other local charities. One of their biggest recipients has been the Tree of Life, whereby funds are restricted for partial or fully subsidized payment of the monthly service fee of retirement living residents whose funds have been depleted. The Greeting Card Committee of the Retirement Living Residents’ Association recently placed a leaf on the tree.

Since 2002, the committee has also distributed $31,700 to the Tree of Life, the Masonic Children’s Home Scholarship Fund, the Sell Chapel Outreach Program, Channel 18, the Music Therapy program, the Masonic Learning Centers for Children, Elizabethtown DeMolay, Northwest EMS and the Elizabethtown Library.

Shown left are Greeting Card Committee members (l-r): Dottie Reifsnyder, Dell Adams, Ginny Schrecker, Fran Light (chairwoman) and Shirley Cornelius.

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any people have questions about their estate and how to arrange things. This is a personal and family matter, but there are certain practices which everyone should observe:

1) First and foremost, have a will. Amazingly, only about half of Americans have a will. A will makes things easier on everyone and enables you, rather than the government, to direct where your assets will go. Along with a will, prepare documents for power of attorney and end-of-life health care decisions.

2) Use an attorney to draft the will. It is important that legal requirements be followed, and an attorney can help your personal representative perform his or her duties. Feel free to contact the Office of Gift Planning should you need additional information on professional advisors in your area.

3) Review your will at least every five years or any time after a life changing event such as the passing of a spouse. Things change.

4) When the first spouse passes on, usually all assets go to the surviving spouse. Then, when the second spouse passes, the estate is distributed. Be sure your will states this unless you desire otherwise.

5) Review life insurance policies. Do they serve their original purpose? Are the named beneficiaries up-to-date? The named beneficiaries on a life insurance policy, annuity, retirement plan or other accounts which use a beneficiary designation form take precedence over the will.

6) Presently, your estate is not subject to federal estate taxes unless it is valued over $3.5 million. For 2010 only, there is no estate tax at all. Congress is considering revisions to the estate tax law in 2009, so keep alert for changes or call us at one of the numbers listed below for more information.

7) If you plan a charitable bequest in addition to family, be aware that some assets are better for charity and some are better for individuals. Appreciated assets such as stock are better for individuals because this erases any capital gains tax up to that point. But assets on which income tax has been deferred, such as IRAs and other retirement plan assets, are better for charity.

This is because, for individuals, death doesn’t wash away the unpaid income taxes, but for charity it does. Make sure to seek professional advice before naming a charity to receive any of your IRA or retirement plan assets.

COMPLETE AND MAIL THIS FORM TO: The Office of Gift Planning welcomes questions about basic estate planning, Office of Gift Planning, Masonic Charities, will preparation or how to make a bequest to Masonic Charities. Please One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 complete and return the attached form, or contact the gift planner in your area.

You may also visit www.masonicvillagespa.org.

Jim Heckman

Central Pennsylvania (717) 367-1121, ext. 33437 or (800) 599-6454

Jane Binley Western Pennsylvania (412) 741-1400, ext. 3011 or (866) 872-0664

Joyce Michelfelder

Alvin Blitz Eastern Pennsylvania Out-of-State (610) 825-6100, ext. 1348 (717) 367-1121, ext. 33312 or (800) 599-6454 Financial information about Masonic Charities can be obtained by contacting us at 1-800-599-6454. In addition, Masonic Charities is required to file financial information with several states.

Colorado: Colorado residents may obtain copies of registration and financial documents from the office of the Secretary of State, (303) 894-2680, http://www.sos.state.co.us/. Florida: SC No. 00774, A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-HELP-FLA. Georgia: full and fair description of the programs and activities of Masonic Charities and its financial statement are available upon request at the address indicated above. Illinois: Contracts and reports regarding Masonic Charities are on file with the Illinois Attorney General. Maryland: For the cost of postage and copying, documents and information filed under the Maryland charitable organizations laws can be obtained from the Secretary of State, Charitable Division, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401, (800) 825-4510. Michigan: MICS No. 11796 Mississippi: The official registration and financial information of Masonic Charities may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. New Jersey: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL BY CALLING (973) 504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/ocp.htm#charity. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. New York: A copy of the latest annual report can be obtained from the organization or from the Office of the Attorney General by writing the Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271. North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989. Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of Masonic Charities may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Virginia: Financial statements are available from the State Office of Consumer Affairs, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218. Washington: The notice of solicitation required by the Charitable Solicitation Act is on file with the Washington Secretary of State, and information relating to financial affairs of Masonic Charities is available from the Secretary of State, and the toll-free number for Washington residents: 1-800-332-4483. West Virginia: West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305. REGISTRATION IN THE ABOVE STATES DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION OF MASONIC CHARITIES BY THE STATE.

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Thank you to all who contributed to the Masonic Charities 2008 Holiday Appeal, For the Love of Angels, in support of our Masonic Villages. Below are the names of those individuals who have made contributions through March 15, 2009.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Albertson, III Barbara A. Andrews Betty L. Anfanger Philip and Nancy Armold William and Jane Arnold John A. Arrell, Sr. Elizabeth Ann August George and Betty Aurandt Franklin B. Austin, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Ax, Jr. Margaret L. Axsom Robert and Claudia Barbush Marilyn Barsky-Boccella Kathleen F. Bashista Wanda B. Bates Elaine M. Bauer Carole C. Baxa James M. Bell Ann K. Berger David A. Bieber Lynn W. Biegler Douglas M. Bilheimer J. Richard Bishop Patricia L. Bixler Milana Bizic Kathryn W. Blake Gary H. Blank Mary R. Bock Nancy Bogert David and Nancy Botts Donald and Doris Brandt Dr. and Mrs. J. Richard Briggs Florence Brodman Leslie E. Brosius, Sr. Helen E. Brown Barry and Linda Brown Dr. and Mrs. J. Kenneth Brubaker D. Jane Bruton Marcella B. Burgess Christine Burnip Jane Cale Benjamin P. Carter Caryl M. Carthew Terry Chapin Stephen and Judy Chew Alice Clark Leigh and Karin Cochrane Mary K. Cook and Family John D. Cooper Zena B. Creese George and Constantina Crusade Frederick and Claudia Cuddy Walter C. Cuddy William and Nancy Davidson Faye C. Davis James H. Davis John and Laura Davis Mary L. Davis Ken and Carol Decker Robert H. Deik, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Chester A. Derk, Jr. Keith L. Derr

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Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Desmarais, Jr. Robert and Carol Dickson Marie G. Diem Doris M. Dilks Edward L. Diveley, Jr. John and Ida Donis Denise S. Dougherty E. Claire Earle Linda Earley Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Ebaugh Ken and Joanne Eby Patricia C. Edge Benjamin H. Elwell Elizabeth K. Eshleman Mr. and Mrs. Marc Falcinelli Linda Farrell Lillian S. Fausnacht Robert Fenner Mr. and Mrs. Terry E. Fenstermacher Constance S. Firing Stuart E. Fishel Fleming Family Robert J. Fletcher Janice F. Flowers Shirley A. Fober Woodrow W. Frank, Jr. Bruce Freidly Anthony Gay Joan M. Gaylord Gary L. Geesey Donna J. Geiger Edward C. Gibson, Jr. Rebecca J. Glazer Mr. and Mrs. William R. Goettle David P. Good Doris M. Gotsch Kathy E. Gottshall Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Graeff Nathan E. Graeff Randy Granger John Grant Richard Greenawalt Joyce E. Groh Jeanne E. Grosnick Cecilia Grove Judith L. Guise Bill and Lillian A. Hall Craig, Melissa and Jaegger Hall Jeff and Jill Hill Dennis Hamm Robert T. Harper Tracey L. Harris Dennis L. Hartenstine Barbara S. Haverkamp Linda D. Herbert Roger S. Hertz Paula K. Hess Scott C. Hippensteel Glenn H. Hoffer Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Hoffman

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Margaret M. Holman Mr. and Mrs. Stewart Holmes Charles and Ann Hooven Robert A. Horner Deborah S. Hostetter Stephen G. Howard Deborah B. Hummer John L. Hummer Mr. and Mrs. Bruce H. Jackson Linda L. James Donna Jamieson Nancy J. Kaper Claude and Marjorie Kehler Terry and Darla Kehr Scott L. Kelley Kathryn B. Kelly Peter J. Kern Mr. and Mrs. Bob Knight Mr. and Mrs. Hargis Knoechel Robert L. Knowles James R. Koltz Edward C. Kraft Tina-Louise Krasnansky Jay A. Kriska Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Kuch, III Linda B. Latschar Susan L. Latsha Dorothy E. Lauer Stephen A. Lazur Lawrence and Raynore Leed Richard and Sarah Lefever Carol R. Lehr Bruce and Candise Leininger John and Sandra Lescisko John E. Letsch Mr. and Mrs. Lance Letterio Janice A. Lewis Robert C. Lighty, Jr. John Linn, III Grace L. Loeb Paulette Lowe Diana S. Ludwig Judy Lynch William F. Mackey Wayne C. MacMath Barbara J. Manherz Raymond E. Manmiller Robert O. Manthei Judy and Larry Marcus Karen S. Martin Alice F. Mason Richard Matson Richard R. Mauck James A. McCain Mr. and Mrs. David K. McClure Mr. and Mrs. John R. McCool Irene McHenry Daniel R. McKay Robert and Judith Melisko Mr. and Mrs. Terry Mella Cheryl Miles Mark Miller

Robin S. Miller Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Miller Karen V. Mollenauer Bruce J. Moore Lloyd and Marcia Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Francis G. Morrell, Jr. Joseph E. and Barbara A. Murphy Joyce Myers-Brown Mr. and Mrs. Dennis R. Narehood Richard and Gloria Narehood Victoria S. Neff Dale and Judy Neideigh Leonard and Mary Newman Dorothy L. Nye Karen L. Nye Chris O’Donnell Mary O’Donnell Barbara Jean O’Neil Susan B. Orleman Valerie Parich Howard and Paula Peckham Mr. and Mrs. James A. Penman, Sr. Christine Petrucci Mr. and Mrs. Walter R. Pfeiffer Stephen H. Pierce John and Janet Poth William D. Presutti, Jr. Lois Price Mary Pruitt Pamela G. Quin Linda Raber Barbara L. Racki Barbara Rath Betty L. Ravert William H. Reilly Nancy Richardson Diana Robertson Harold L. Rosenfelder Mary Y. Royer Millie A. Royer Carolyn L. Ruffer Mary K. Ruhl M. Ealise Rundle Nadina M. Russell John A. Rutt Sue G. Sauerman Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Schaak, Jr. Robert C. Schellhamer Karen Schmehl Charlotte E. Schmidt Joyce Schroeder Barbara J. Schwartz Margaret J. Scott Barbara E. Shaffer Paul R. Sherman Susan K. Shildt Barbara Shuty Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sinopoli Douglas E. Skinner

Fern E. Skinner Gary M. Smith Patricia M. Smith Robert H. Snow Dale R. Snyder Larry and Barbara Snyder and Family Bradd and Christine Sprenkel James and Norma Stehli John R. Sterling, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond C. Stevens Nathan and Barbara Stone Robert L. Stover Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Strohm, Jr. Thomas and Kathy Strohm Mr. and Mrs. John H. Swan Sarah S. Swarts Elaine C. Swobe Steve and Cherie TeRoller Jeannette L. Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Thomas Barbara S. Thompson Linda Tsagdis Jeannette M. Turpin Ruth E. Turpin Mr. and Mrs. Lance Ulen Mr. and Mrs. Dennis M. Ulion Hugh A. Vandergrift Mr. and Mrs. A. Hale Vandermer Andrea Verdream Ann L. Volpe Helen S. Wagner Jill B. Wagner John R. Walters Sandra L. Wanner Caryl T. Waters Barbara H. Weicksel Russell C. Wert Richard H. Wertz Gary J. Westerfer Robert W. Wiegand Pamela Wilhelm Michael R. Willard Kenneth N. Wolfe Ralph and Peggy Wolstoncroft A. Baily Wood Lynn R. Wood Wayne R. Worrell Martin A. Yam Donald L. Yost Mr. and Mrs. Glenn R. Young, Jr. Lois B. Young Cathryn H. Zapko Scott J. Zeamer Brad and Barbara Zerr Barry and Donna Zimmerman Mr. and Mrs. George E. Zimmerman, Jr. Katherine L. Zinger

Listed are memorial gifts made in memory of one individual (names shown in blue).

Robert H. Abbott, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lance Letterio Willy Adamson Betty L. Ravert James F. Axsom Margaret L. Axsom Samuel C. Baker, Sr. William and Jane Arnold Bradd and Christine Sprenkel Alma Baker Ann L. Volpe Judith BallengerThompson Daniel R. McKay Valerie Parich Harriett Bell James M. Bell Duke Bennett Pamela Wilhelm LaRue M. Berry Susan L. Latsha Ezra E. Best, Jr. Deborah B. Hummer Alice Beyer Fleming Family Edna Biddle E. Claire Earle Miriam Bishop J. Richard Bishop Lucile E. Blakeway Wanda B. Bates Gretta Scott Blumberg M. Ealise Rundle Robert C. Bonney Linda L. James Charles R. Botts, Jr. David and Nancy Botts Dale W. and Mildred Boyce Steve and Cherie TeRoller Anna Breckbill Nadina M. Russell Verna Mae Brubaker Dr. and Mrs. J. Kenneth Brubaker Thomas H. Burgess Marcella B. Burgess Lester and Emma J. Carpenter John and Sandra Lescisko Kenneth H. Cook Mary K. Cook and Family Margaret R. Corey Gary L. Geesey Edna Lorraine Cuddy Frederick and Claudia Cuddy Walter C. Cuddy Donald G. Davidson William and Nancy Davidson Rheda Davis Faye C. Davis James H. Davis Mrs. James H. Davis

Arbie G. Derr Keith L. Derr Anna K. Eichelberger Mr. and Mrs. Walter R. Pfeiffer William P. Emery, III and Elise Emery Janice A. Lewis Robert and Lillian Fenner Robert Fenner Earl H. Fenstermacher Mr. and Mrs. Terry E. Fenstermacher Ruth Fishel Stuart E. Fishel Robert J. and Loraine N. Fletcher Robert J. Fletcher Ida Ford John and Ida Donis Ruth A. Frank Woodrow W. Frank, Jr. Rose M. Gasper Karen Schmehl Mary Etta Gay Anthony Gay Elizabeth J. Goettle Mr. and Mrs. William R. Goettle Marvin G. Goldberg Betty L. Anfanger Carl and Jean Good Linda Farrell V. Jean Good David P. Good Martin E. Gotsch D. Jane Bruton Doris M. Gotsch Harold and Jo Griffith Pamela G. Quin John I. Grosnick Jeanne E. Grosnick Mitzi (Manherz) Gross Barbara J. Manherz Ralph W. Hamm Dennis Hamm Richard Hamp Barbara H. Weicksel Jess W. Hartman Millie A. Royer Paul Hess Paula K. Hess Joseph and Jean Hickson Barbara J. Schwartz Lee C. Hippensteel Scott C. Hippensteel Virgie L. Hoffer Glenn H. Hoffer John E. Hoffman Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Hoffman Millicent Hooper Mr. and Mrs. Lance Ulen Harry and Elaine Hooven Charles and Ann Hooven Rex D. Hough, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond C. Stevens Christine L. Hufnell George and Betty Aurandt

Harold S. Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Bruce H. Jackson Beryl F. Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Bruce H. Jackson Charles and Charlotte Jarvis Larry and Barbara Snyder and Family Hazel M. Johnson Dr. and Mrs. J. Richard Briggs Laura Mamula Karlo Milana Bizic Caroline E. Kehler Claude and Marjorie Kehler Helen Cope Knelly Denise S. Dougherty Robert and Josephine Koehler Barbara Rath Elizabeth Kovac Joyce E. Groh Leonard G. Kuch Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Kuch, III Ethel Lalagos George and Constantina Crusade Beth M. Landis Rebecca J. Glazer Clarence E. Lauer Dorothy E. Lauer Anna E. Lazur Stephen A. Lazur Thomas Learn Susan K. Shildt Allen and Grace Lebo Judith A. Petro Effie E. Leed Lawrence and Raynore Leed Ammon and Hilda Lehman Jeannette L. Thomas Marian Leininger Bruce and Candise Leininger John (Jack) W. Linn, Jr. John Linn, III Russell C. Loeb, Jr. Grace L. Loeb Margie G. Louros Mary Pruitt Maxwell Lundgren Mary L. Davis Mama Louisa Andrea Verdream Barbara Manherz Mitzi (Manherz) Gross Robert W. Manmiller, Sr. Raymond E. Manmiller Mary N. Martin Bruce J. Moore Ira and Lois McHenry Randy Granger Irene McHenry Robert L. McMurtrie Brad and Barbara Zerr Dorothy P. McQuillan Mr. and Mrs. Francis G. Morrell, Jr.

Adele Mendelsohn Judy and Larry Marcus Woodrow and Daisy Miller Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Miller William G. and Thelma Moore Bruce J. Moore Anna E. Moore Nathan and Barbara Stone Harold Murphy Joseph E. and Barbara A. Murphy Ethel M. Myers Joyce Myers-Brown Margaret Nace David L. Nace Nellie B. Nelson Kathryn B. Kelly Eileen Nichols John Grant Paul F. Nye Dorothy L. Nye Karen L. Nye Anthony J. Palermo Marie G. Diem Charles and Margaret Pierce Stephen H. Pierce Robert E. Pletz Diana Robertson Dolores Presutti William D. Presutti, Jr. Hayes and Alice Reilly William H. Reilly Corinne Richards Richard and Sarah Lefever Natalie Richter Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Albertson, III Howard S. and Clara Rogers Richard and Gloria Narehood Nicholas J. Rose Susan B. Orleman Dorothy Rosenfelder Harold L. Rosenfelder Ernest Lee Ruby Philip and Nancy Armold Charles Ruhl Mary K. Ruhl Gloria M. Sanders Victoria S. Neff Walter W. Schmidt Charlotte E. Schmidt Frances Schroeder Joyce Schroeder Howard R. Scott Margaret J. Scott Millie Sinopoli Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sinopoli Virginia E. Smith Leigh and Karin Cochrane J. Mack Smith Mr. and Mrs. Bob Knight William D. Smith Barbara Jean O’Neil

Gladys N. Snyder Kathleen F. Bashista Pauline Spangler Fern E. Skinner George Staiger Donna Jamieson Mary A. Stehli James and Norma Stehli Vera Mae Stein Carol R. Lehr Myrtle E. Stott Barbara S. Haverkamp Eva M. Stover Mr. and Mrs. Glenn R. Young, Jr. Robert and Irene Stuebner Constance S. Firing Helen Suchanek Tracy Leja John and Betty Swan Mr. and Mrs. John H. Swan Marion D. Tomlinson Linda D. Herbert Herman “Ben” Turpin Jeannette M. Turpin Ruth E. Turpin Gertrude M. Tyler John A. Rutt Lillian Thelma Vandergrift Hugh A. Vandergrift W. Harter Vonada David and Nancy Botts Arthur and Rosemary Ward Martin A. Yam William S. Webber Kathryn W. Blake Charles Winnemore John and Janet Poth Elwood “Tip” Witmer Judith W. Parrish Donna A. Wolfe Kenneth N. Wolfe Eleanor F. Wood A. Baily Wood Elizabeth “Betty” Worrell Lillian, Bill, Melissa, Craig, Jill, Jeff and Jagger Hall Robert H. Young Mary Y. Royer Lois B. Young

Listed are honorarium gifts made in honor of one individual (names shown in blue).

All Masonic Angels Christine Burnip Martha Elizabeth Baker William and Jane Arnold Bradd and Christine Sprenkel Joan R. Baker Jill B. Wagner Sara Barsky Marilyn Barsky-Boccella Eleanor S. Bauer Elaine M. Bauer

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Miriam Bennett Shirley A. Fober Barbara L. Racki Pamela Wilhelm Mr. and Mrs. Russell Bilheimer Douglas M. Bilheimer Evelyn D. Bonney Linda L. James Jean B. Botts David and Nancy Botts Merial and Irwin Brenner Linda B. Latschar Robert and Rosemarie Carthew Caryl M. Carthew Richard and Margaret Case Sylvia M. Ulion Mr. and Mrs. Carl Cook Lynn R. Wood Mary L. “Sis” Cooper John D. Cooper Marie Cornfield Judy Lynch Helen Daniel Sarah S. Swarts Irma Davidson William and Nancy Davidson Anna K. Deik Robert H. Deik, Jr. Anna Denlinger Ken and Joanne Eby Chester and Marian Derk Chester A. Derk, Jr. Marge Fairlie Helen E. Brown Arnold Fink Judith W. Parrish Mr. and Mrs. Charles Frederick Nancy A. Bogert

L. Marie Fry Jane Cale George and June Gee Cheryl Miles Robert and Mildred Germann Patricia L. Bixler Ernestine Geyer Janice F. Flowers Elizabeth Greenawalt Richard Greenawalt Delmar R. Grove Cecilia Grove Dorothy M. Gutermuth Sue G. Sauerman Carolyn G. Harris Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Schaak, Jr. Miriam G. Haws Russell C. Wert Mabel Heistand Joyce Schroeder Helen Herbert Cathryn H. Zapko Kathryn Horner Robert A. Horner W. Richard and Dorothy Howard Stephen G. Howard Ruth Johnston Sarah S. Swarts Claude E. Kehler, Jr. Claude and Marjorie Kehler Margaret Kintzly Lois Price Edna Koenig George and Betty Aurandt Eleanor L. Koltz James R. Koltz

Anna E. Kraft Edward C. Kraft Joan W. Kuch Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Kuch, III Marjorie Learn Susan K. Shildt Betty J. Lighty Robert C. Lighty Jr. Edward and Dorothy Lloyd Bruce E. Leininger Christine Petrucci Penny Martin Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. Desmarais, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William M. McCain James A. McCain Mr. and Mrs. Philip Mendelsohn Judy and Larry Marcus Joan Mezoff Margaret M. Holman Tracy H. and Sandra Miller Tracey L. Harris Helen E. Miller Mark Miller Mary Murphy Joseph E. and Barbara A. Murphy Robert M. and Mona Murray Joseph E. and Barbara A. Murphy Emmeline Narehood Richard and Gloria Narehood Elizabeth O’Malley Patricia M. Smith Julia D. Patterson Linda D. Herbert

Elwood “Woody” Raber Linda Raber Mildred O. Reilly Patricia C. Edge Mary (Betty) Reimers Gary M. Smith Margaret Rickards Howard and Paula Peckham Jenny Rodger Barry and Linda Brown Mr. and Mrs. Terry Mella Elizabeth Rothgaber Edward L. Diveley, Jr. Robert Roy George and Betty Aurandt Walter F. and Elisabeth P. Ruffer Carolyn L. Ruffer Elinore Ruhl Mary K. Ruhl Esther L. Scheuermann John E. Letsch Elizabeth M. Shenk Helen S. Wagner Genevieve Smith Deborah S. Hostetter Phyllis E. Speicher Barbara S. Thompson Monica Spieler Andrea Verdream Mr. and Mrs. Paul Stoey Paulette Lowe Kenneth L. and Jean L. Strohm Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth L. Strohm, Jr. Thomas and Kathy Strohm David and Jeannette Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Thomas

Genevieve Vandermer Karen V. Mollenauer Mr. and Mrs. A. Hale Vandermer Elizabeth S. Vonada David and Nancy Botts Joan Wagner Robert and Claudia Barbush Glenn and Jean Wagner Terry Chapin Adele Waite Linda Earley Elizabeth H. Webber Lynn W. Biegle Rose Weiss Tina-Louise Krasnansky Inez M. Wertz Richard H. Wertz Beatrice Whitmer Mr. and Mrs. Marc Falcinelli Helen Wiegand Robert W. Wiegand Millie Winnemore Donna J. Geiger John and Janet Poth Herbert C. Wolstoncroft, Jr. Ralph and Peggy Wolstoncroft John C. Worrell Lillian, Bill, Melissa, Craig, Jill, Jeff and Jagger Hall Helen T. Zerfoss James A. Penman, Sr. Catherine V. Zimmerman Barry and Donna Zimmerman

Honorarium Gifts November 1, 2008 - January 31, 2009

Below is a list of individuals (names are shown in red) whose loved ones have made a gift in their honor to one of the five Masonic Villages located at Dallas, Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill, Sewickley and Warminster.

Great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the names listed below. We regret any errors or omissions. If an error has been made, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at (717) 367-1121, ext. 33003 or by e-mailing giving@masonicvillagespa.org. Thank you.

We apologize for this error. The following honorarium gift was incorrectly listed as a memorial in the Winter 2009 issue of the Village Voice: Griffin Carmen Henshaw Paul S. Kinsey Nancy Barr Ralph E. Cochran Mary Ann Becker Arthur Becker Edna Mae Bower Donald E. Bower Daniel and Gretchen Cale Douglas and Lori Cale Club House Beauty Salon Staff at Retirement Living Clarence and Edith Hunsicker Susan Cochran Ralph E. Cochran

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Nevin V. Cooley, Sr. Nevin D. Cooley Dean Deem David K. Hoppes Kathryn Dietrich Thomas H. Crawford Robert M. and Ruth G. Emberger James S. Seibert Event Planning Department Robert L. Koser Family Stephen Gardner Vincent F. Triolo Fred H. Goldblatt Jay L. Segal Jewel N. Grote Robert M. Emberger C. Wilson Kile, Jr. James H. Perotti Michael Rochkind Betty Grove Eric Grove

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W. Richard and Dorothy Howard W. Richard Howard George F. Klock, Jr. Eric H. Affsprung Teresa Kornsey Thomas P. Kornsey Mark Kurzenknabe Warren Lodge No. 310 Marjorie Learn Paul B. MacDonald Betty L. MacAdam Grand Chapter of Pennsylvania, O.E.S. Pauline F. March Donald E. March Herbert Marder Clifford S. Lipkin Lillie Aibo McCormick Terry E. Cassel Michael and Connie McKee Douglas and Lori Cale Florence Y. Methlie David and Margaret Methlie

James H. Mitchell Robert E. Umbaugh Frank Penrod Richard A. Penrod, Jr. Harry W. Robertson James W. Robertson Mark Schreffler Dean E. Schreffler Gerald and Bette Singiser Michelle Singiser Larry Smith Thomas G. Abbott Tristan and Olivia Wert Arthur J. and Dorothy Wert Samuel C. Williamson Adam D. Croumer Herman and Florence Willis Carl J. Willis Faye Witters Ronald A. Witters

Memorial Gifts November 1, 2008 - January 31, 2009 Below is a list of individuals (names are shown in red) whose loved ones have made a gift in their memory to one of the five Masonic Villages located at Dallas, Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill, Sewickley and Warminster.

Great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the names listed below. We regret any errors or omissions. If an error has been made, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at (717) 367-1121, ext. 33003 or by e-mailing giving@masonicvillagespa.org. Thank you.

We apologize for the following omission in the Winter 2009 issue of the Village Voice: George H. Emrey Joseph and Judy Simon Anna Mildred Abercrombie Lester G. Abercrombie, Jr. Dorothy R. Aiken Deborah B. Allen Kenneth and Patricia Dorney Judith B. Hall Harold and Nancy Richards Lamar J. Richards John W. Albaugh Sharon Hill Fire Company Lauren Wojewodzki Suzanne R. Wojewodzki Robert S. Anderson Richard K. Anderson W. L. Anderson Richard K. Anderson Catherine A. Anstine Roland C. Anstine William K. Arnold Marjorie O. Arnold Clementine Audino Friendship Chapter No. 551, O.E.S. James Axiom William W. Marshall, Jr. Thomas R. Baatz Lavona Baatz Pheobe J. Babel W. Allen Babel James A. Bailey, Jr. Doric Lodge No. 630 Lynn S. Balmer Charles V. Balmer Donald W. Banzhof James L. Benedict Patricia A. Ruth Francis F. Barroner Juniata Lodge No. 282 Frances H. Bates Thomas R. Mason Irwin C. Bayer Raymond W. Bonacci Robert P. and Edna Becker Robert I. Becker Pauline Beishline Bloomsburg Chapter No. 279, O.E.S. Gertrude Benjamin Arnold M. Hoeflich Michael Bergbauer, Jr. Barbara E. Shields Lowell and Frances Berger Charles W. Berger Dennis Bestwick Norman Bestwick, Jr. Alice Beyer Capital City Chapter No. 146, O.E.S.

Harold E. Billet Frederick L. Stroup Ira J. Binkley, Jr. Pauline N. Binkley James E. Bird Jane H. Bird Clara Blanksby Friendship Chapter No. 551, O.E.S. Clyde D. Bower, Sr. Donald E. Bower Matthew Park Boyd Edward M. Messner Frank and Ruth Brandon Brian E. Teaman Gilbert F. Brandon Brian E. Teaman Cleo Brantner Thomas R. Mason Maggie Bressler Ronald A. Witters Elizabeth J. Brimmer William R. Brimmer, Sr. John H. Brosi Grace M. Brosi Chester H. Brown Clifford H. Brown Luda E. Broyles, Jr. Sharon E. Broyles Lee E. Brymesser Charlotte Y. Brymesser Harry W. Burdan Harrie G. Burdan Francis A. Burkett Grace E. Burkett Frederick H. Calladine, Sr. Frederick H. Calladine, Jr. Theron R. Carr Lodge of the Craft/Westminster Lodge No. 433 Philip H. Chamberlin Alice Chamberlin Robert G. Chambers Mary V. Chambers Charles F. Chew Harry A. Houseman Lodge No. 717 John J. Chokey Helen E. Chokey Lucille R. Cleaver Forrest J. Cleaver Betty C. Clift Robert S. Clift Robert L. Collins Ruth K. Collins Joseph B. Comly, Jr. Harry A. Houseman Lodge No. 717 George W. Connard Harry A. Houseman Lodge No. 717 Calvin G. Cook Donald L. Klinger Paul P. Crawford Robert L. Plaikner

Walter A. Cressman Frackville Lodge No. 737 Harry J. Crits Niki S. Crits James and Isabelle Cromie Barbara E. Shields Joanne Lee Crowe Charles W. Crowe Robert Csuhta Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Carl N. Daly Steven C. Daly Lester Danenhower Gene L. Danenhower Diane Reitnour Jody H. Darrow Raymond R. and Jean Betz Stuart and Barbara A. Brown Elizabethtown Chapter No. 407, O.E.S. Patricia L. Lebegern John W. Deichman Pen Argyl Lodge No. 594 Departed Brethren of Union Lodge No. 479 Carroll S. Arnold Francis M. Derrick Ruth Derrick Wayne H. DeWitt Doric Lodge No. 630 Samuel A. (Chuck) DiBonis Jordan Kendall Benjamin G. Baird Michael Bell Teresa Cappello William T. Coyne Stephen and Linda Falcone Joseph and Betty Germana Warren E. Huff Mary Ann Karwejna Leo B. and Elizabeth Kuehl Dorothea E. Lutz James P. McCarthy The Mac Bride Colleens Lou and Linda Tonelli United Color Manufacturing, Inc. Charles S. Diehl Walter and Etoile Morey James M. Dierker John H. Dierker, III Kendrick F. Dilks Helen G. Daniel Kent W. Dixon Geraldine A. Dixon Elizabeth “Betty� Duckett Robert C. Duckett Samuel B. Dutill Margaret Dutill Sandra J. Duvall Gerald E. Duvall Joseph P. Dzurec Grace L. Dzurec

Edna M. Edsall James H. Edsall Irene K. Edwards Charlotte C. Zaludek Les and Mary Ehringer Toni L. Drabant James T. English Margery B. English Samuel Eskin Edward C. Harris David G. Evans Frackville Lodge No. 737 Edward J. Evans James J. McGowan, Jr. Frederick G. Fechter C. David Krewson James M. Fetter, Sr. Walter A. Fetter Daniel L. Fick Carolyn K. Fick Augustus G. Fickes Robert R. Mull Elma E. Fickley Harry F. Fickley Mary and David Fife David T. Fife Kenneth F. Fine Richard K. Fine Dorothy Flack Friendship Chapter No. 551, O.E.S. Gordon E. Foster John K. Brunner Alfred and Ruth Franklin Donald A. Franklin Kenneth G. Frantz, Sr. Harry A. Houseman Lodge No. 717 Thelma L. (Sittler) Frantz Slatington Chapter No. 458, O.E.S. Mildred R. Snyder Bill and Sue Yeager Philip Frasca Catherine M. Frasca Robert S. Frick, Jr. Michael S. Frick Charles B. Furness Doric Lodge No. 630 Edward J. Gaul Edward T. Gaul Earl C. Gernert, Sr. Stanley and Phyllis Hughes Kenneth L. Getz Grace M. Brosi Winston C. Goldman Southampton Square Club Alfred W. Goodyear Southampton Square Club James A. Gould Charles A. Conklin Olive L. Gramling Wade L. Gramling Continued on next page

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Allan R. Gray Lisa S. Gray Lily E. Grimm John R. Grimm Walter W. Grote Jewel N. Grote Walter Guthrie Pen Argyl Lodge No. 594 Deceased Members of H. Stanley Goodwin Lodge No. 648 H. Stanley Goodwin Lodge No. 648 Rick Hahn Randall W. Spriggle Lawrence E. Hamill Margaret M. Hamill Jack E. Hanna Lodge of the Craft/Westminster Lodge No. 433 Arlene Harris Robert W. Taylor John K. Hassinger, Sr. John K. Hassinger, Jr. Edwin Hefflefinger, Sr. Edwin E. Hefflefinger, Jr. E. Chester Heim Sadie Heim Anna Marie W. Heller Walter L. Coe, Jr. Lowell M. Heller Walter L. Coe, Jr. William O. Henney Janet E. Henney Mr. and Mrs. Frederick C. Herb, Sr. Frederick C. Herb, Jr. Sarah Hertz Roger and Marianne Hertz Herbert Hess Barbara E. Shields James A. Hinkledire Juniata Lodge No. 282 S. Elizabeth Hoffman Lester W. Bentz, Jr. James H. Holden, Jr. Dolores C. Holden J. Richard Hollinger David L. Hollinger Downey D. Hoster Norma Hoster Paul Huber Harry L. Smith, Jr. Lois J. Hungerford Clifton K. Hungerford Leon H. Hyde Marc T. Holloway Mr. and Mrs. Harry E. Ilgenfritz Francis S. Deibert John R. Bucher John L. Koch, Jr. John Jackley William W. Roberts Edward H. Jacob Florence E. Jacob Marian Jarvis Nancy C. Hutchison Mildred S. Staub Burl A. Johnson Jerre Lee Craig Darleen M. Johnson Jerre Lee Craig Kenneth Johnson Christian and Constance Reynolds George B. Kahmar Doris K. Kahmar

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Herbert W. Kausch Rebecca N. Kausch Leon L. Keller Nancy C. Keller David H. Kendig, III Anna L. Kendig Robert F. Kennedy Tyrone Lodge No. 494 John M. Kinnaman, Jr. Pen Argyl Lodge No. 594 Eugene Kirkpatrick Elizabeth M. Kirkpatrick Stella Klaips Barbara E. Shields Douglas J. Kleintop Maureen Cornell Otto M. Kline Janet Townsend Walter K. Koons Dorothy M. Koons Joseph J. Korpics, Jr. Robert C. Nichter Syble L. Kramer Francis W. Kramer Guy N. Kratzer Gary G. Kratzer Alan Philip Krecker Mr. and Mrs. Baird P. Krecker Raymond W. Kreuter Harry F. Fickley John F. Kull, Jr. William E. Kull Elsie Landon Clark W. and Doris Jean Wooding Emeline M. Laser Donegal Chapter No. 422 O.E.S. Becky Lauer Nicholas Mellon, Jr. George F. Lebegern, Jr. Helen E. Chokey Richard & Pauline Lehr M. Gerald Richards, Jr. Leon R. Leibold, Jr. John H. Leibold Kenneth N. Lesniakowski Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Claude A. Lessig Pen Argyl Lodge No. 594 Philip L. Levin William S. Snyder Lodge No. 756 Vincent Lewandowski Robert A. Zupanovich Virginia M. Lewis Past Matrons of Carrick Chapter No. 231 John (Jack) W. Linn, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jerold Linn Ruben Littman Marshall Littman John L. Livingston Elizabeth M. Livingston Russell C. Loeb, Jr. Grace L. Loeb Virginia D. Long Robert F. Long Helen Lumsden Larry R. Kissinger V. Ruth Lusty John W. Lusty Eldred M. Lyons January Britt Family Reginald and Doreen Burner Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Cain, Sr. Lori Cooper Betty DeBeck

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The Dowdy Family David E. Mackey Family William F. Mackey, Jr. Family Jeff and Lauri Morris and Son Dorie Sullivan Andrew White James and Christine White Karen D. Whitney Mr. and Mrs. James E. Williams, Sr. James and Tiffany Williams and Girls Anna M. Manderbach Aaron Manderbach Robert W. Manmiller, Sr. Blanche L. Manmiller Kenneth C. March Donald E. March Catherine “Kitty” Mark Clifford K. Mark George and Patricia Marr Frederick H. Calladine, Jr. Allen H. Martin Lillian E. Martin Mary N. Martin Carl and Janet Adams Dolores E. Friel Eujene and Evelyn Heintz Gene and Lora Heintz Marilyn Rose James R. Martz James H. Thomas Thomas C. Masters Pen Argyl Lodge No. 594 Lu McArthur L. F. McArthur Charles L. McBreen A.S. of I. Pinochle and Dart Teams Robert E. Ames Anna Blew Thomas Crochunis Larry and Janet Eich Larry and Liz Eich and Family William and Myrna Everly Clinton and Elizabeth Fidler, Jr. Good Will Fire Co. No. 1 Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Hubiak, Sr. Scott and Denise Krater and Family Mr. and Mrs. Leo P. Lubinsky Gladys J. Matz Craig, Pat, Jimmy, Mallory and Samantha McBreen Mark and Rebecca McBreen Pilo Insurance Agency Retired State Police Association of Pennsylvania, Inc. Joseph and Mary Ellen Viduszynski Henry H. McCague Robert H. McCague John L. McCain Edward O. and Barbara Weisser Robert O’Donnell McCarthy Robert B. Greer, III Oren McClintock Stanley A. McClintock Carl E. McConnell Lona J. McConnell Byrd W. McCracken Marjorie A. McCracken Wilbur W. McCutcheon Margaret McCutcheon Cortie M. McKinne Margaret M. Hamill Rachael Arrott McKnight Anne Murdock

William S. McLhinney James McLhinney William D. McNaul Tyrone Lodge No. 494 Earl G. Menn Donald F. Haller Edward J. Messner Edward M. Messner Paul E. Meyers Donald C. Meyers Richard Mignona Edward C. Harris Glenn D. Miller, Sr. Glenn D. Miller, II Helen Miller Mr. and Mrs. Austin E. McGrath, Jr. Ivan L. Miller Thelma L. Miller L. Robert Miller Charles A. Astfalk James and Wendy Blanch Harold R. Edmondson Bill and Jean Frankhouser Ray and Rita Gannon Albert and Evelyn Habecker Ethan B.W. and Betty Kline Lenox and Janet Reid Richards, Meli & Associates Carl and Patricia Texter The Dreher Agency, Inc. Carl and Neda Mae Wert Merle J. Miller Jack R. Miller Mervin J. Miller Earl E. Miller Ellen and Maggie Milroy John W. Milroy, Jr. Frank R. Moffett Southampton Square Club Jean D. Moore Walter L. Moore, Jr. Walter L. Moore Walter L. Moore, Jr. Raymond F. Mordan Shirley M. Mordan Lloyd M. Morris Robert A. Morris Marie S. Morris Leona M. Smith and Helen W. G. Mowry Daniel G. Rose Donald J. Moyer Joyce E. Moyer Orange L. Mulhollen Betty J. Mulhollen Walter E. Mutzabaugh Ina S. Mutzabaugh C. Earl Nace Suzanne C. Bohner Carolyn F. Daniels Anthony and Joan DeNicco Bruce and Judy Fryer Paul and Phyllis Grillo Sarah B. Nace Scott Snyder Kathi Voss Thomas J. Neering Edward A. Tessaro William Newton Robert C. Nichter Charles Nichter Robert C. Nichter

Thelma Oliver L. Sherwood and Britta Lennartson Mr. and Mrs. John N. Wilson, Jr. William A. Moisey Carl W. Opitz Marjorie O. Arnold Marguerite A. Orange Stuart and Barbara Brown James B. Otto Tyrone Lodge No. 494 Parents Charles and Elona MacMath James C. Parker Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Doris Jean Parker Myles B. Parker Roy H. Parker Ronald E. Parker Lee Parks Frances Parks Gordon Parry Lawrence and Carolyn Padora Pennsylvania Employees Benefit Trust Fund William S. Snyder Lodge No. 756 Linda K. Peck Harry E. Peck, III Emma Jane Marshall Peck Harry E. Peck, III Harry E. Peck, Jr. Harry E. Peck, III Helen V. Peiffer Verdean L. Peiffer Harold D. Pennick William L. Hill Richard A. Penrod, Sr. Richard A. Penrod, Jr. Willard C. Pipes Keith C. Pipes Emerson B. Pletcher Nellie M. Pletcher Clyde W. Powell, III JoAnn C. Powell Arthur E. Prack, Jr. Florence Prack John W. Prosser William A. Prosser Margaret Raffensburger Friendship Chapter No. 551, O.E.S. Edna M. Ramph Timothy J. Ramph Kenneth E. Randall Patricia A. Randall Samuel S. Raup Edith M. Raup Richard H. Ray, Sr. Richard H. Ray, Jr. Ralph B. Reaney Richard B. Reaney Jacob W. Reedy Linda M. Fehn Joseph Reid Marjorie Reid Howard M. Reinard Stuart and Barbara Brown Charles F. Reisch Thelma S. Reisch Donald W. Rice Tyrone Lodge No. 494 Thomas W. Rice Edward O. and Barbara Weisser Franklin A. Rich George H. Wolfe, Jr.

Corinne C. Richards M. Gerald Richards, Jr. Natalie Richter Woody Richter Donald J. Robb Violet J. Robb Edward M. Roberts Pen Argyl Lodge No. 594 Betty J. Rohrback Robert J. Rohrback James P. Ryan Harry A. Houseman Lodge No. 717 John M. Savickas Adeline B. Savickas James E. Sawyer Robert R. Mull Robert D. Scherff Kathleen L. Johnson Betty Kolenkiewicz Rio and Betty Jane Patrone Natalie Shamberg Paul Joseph Schmidt Edward C. Harris Melvin E. Schreffler Dean E. Schreffler Kurt Schuchhardt Ethel Schuchhardt Howard P. Searer Tyrone Lodge No. 494 William P. Secone Linda A. Lord Marion A. Miller Masonic Village Central Supply & Purchasing Departments Thomas M. Seighman Marion Lodge No. 562 Jack W. Shapiro Andrew M. Shapiro Paul Shaub Peter G. Shaub Richard A. Sheetz Kearney A. Snyder Funeral Home, Inc. Herbert C. Shields Barbara E. Shields Earl E. Shrader, Sr. Edgar A. Shrader Melvin E. Shroyer Lucille M. Shroyer Paul C. Shultz Peter G. Shaub Leon R. Shultz Peter G. Shaub Howard Sigler Donald L. Daley George Silverman Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Thomas R. Sinclair Raymond R. and Jean Betz Robert S. Pinnock Millie Sinopoli Henry D. Sinopoli Samuel Sitelman Arthur Sitelman Arthur and Violet Smith Kenneth I. Renninger Donald L. Smith B. Jane Smith George F. Smith Charles Werner Virginia E. Smith Gregory Michael John R. Sniffin Pen Argyl Lodge No. 594

Jane L. Snyder Tim and Mary Bigelow Edith B. Caswell Joan S. Copeland Gail C. Croutharmel James R. Hartline John, Rob, Jeff and Lee Ann Schultz Cynthia Mara Harold L. Plont, Jr. Shoemaker Family Martha L. Snyder Nancy T. Snyder Gregg and Tina Williams Earl J. Speicher George J. Martin, Jr. Ginny Spriggle Randall W. Spriggle Thelma Mae St. Clair Virgil G. St. Clair Charles A. Staier, Jr. Walter L. Moore, Jr. Frederick Stange, Jr. Carol Stange Norton Stevenson Scott A. Stevenson Richard C. Stewart Connie White Adams D. Ellen Stotz Fay R. Robinson Harry D. and Lillian M. Stoyer Robert D. Stoyer Richard T. Swartz Lodge of the Craft/Westminster Lodge No. 433 Adam W. Swigler, Jr. E. Louise Swigler Miriam E. Taylor Robert W. Taylor Edward F. Tesnar Terri, Betsy, Dawn, Anne, Jeannie (Hinkle) George Logdon Guy and Karen Malleus and Family Richard A. Nolan, Sr. Mary Kathryn Noll Glenn E. Orndorf Nancy S. Salamandra Louis and Rosella Sorrentino Michael and Laura Waters Sean Thomas Masonic Motorcycle Club Chapter 38 John Thomson John T. Frantz Lloyd Forrest Townsend Janet Townsend Mr. and Mrs. Russell Trimmer William E. Zinkel Catherine M. Truitt Williams F. Truitt, Sr. Larry Udell Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Dale VanArsdale Evaline F. VanArsdale Thompson Mr. and Mrs. John C. VanArsdale, Jr. Evaline F. VanArsdale Thompson Frank S. and Dorothy L. Walker Richard C. Gilbert Kenneth M. Walker West Whiteland Fire Company William J. Wall McKinley-Stuckrath Lodge No. 318 Russell Walters, Jr. Juniata Lodge No. 282

Alton M. Wasson, Jr. Tyrone Lodge No. 494 Robert E. Watkins, Sr. Robert E. Watkins, Jr. H. Verner Watson Barry V. Watson William T. Weber Laurence E. Clayboss Karl K. Wehr Mark M. Wehr Herman J. Weiser, Sr. Herman J. Weiser, Jr. James L. Wilkeson Patricia L. Wilkeson John A. Williams, Sr. John A. Williams, Jr. James J. Williams Charlotte C. Zaludek Rose Wise Clairton Chapter No. 316, O.E.S. Lois H. Witmer Hobert C. Wolfe Janet L. Wolfe W. R. Woodhull, Jr. Gregory R. Woodhull John R. Wright George Wright Ernest W. Yockey Ernest C. Yockey John H. Yost Thomas A. Jennings Physical Therapy Services of Delaware, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. George J. Vacek James J. Vacek Emma C. Young Susan I. Krause Mr. and Mrs. John S. Mento Albert J. Mezgar Carol M. Strange Rosemarie Zawacki Floyd A. Zawacki Harold J. Zell Charles M. Zell Ruth Zonies Martin Blum

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