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Spring 2015 Vol. 25, No. 2
Putting Your Mind at Ease I dentif ying and A ddre s sing M ental H e alth I s sue s
A publication of the Masonic Villages
Village Voice Spring 2015
The Village Voice is published four times per year.
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Masonic Village at Dallas Masonic Village at Elizabethtown Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill Masonic Village at Sewickley Masonic Village at Warminster Members of:
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Debra L. Davis editor/public relations manager, Corporate Editorial Board Trudy Plunkett executive assistant, Lafayette Hill Karen Hammond recreation supervisor/concierge, Sewickley Trisha Lamb activities director, Warminster Linda Tressler executive assistant, human resources, Elizabethtown
A message from Joseph E. Murphy, chief executive officer
With the long-awaited arrival of spring, it’s hard not to smile every time you walk outside. For each of our Masonic Villages, the signs of spring arrive in various forms. In Dallas, residents are able to dine outdoors at the Irem Clubhouse, which is gearing up for wedding season. Golfers have started hitting the greens, too. In Elizabethtown, the Formal Gardens are being prepared for the Elizabethtown Area High School prom to be held in May on our campus. The landscape department is busy cleaning up after the long winter, and the more than 35,000 spring flowering bulbs they planted in the fall are showing their pretty heads. Lafayette Hill is undergoing a major transformation with the new apartment building and façade updates nearing completion. While work continued throughout the winter, it should really pick up speed now, with completion expected this summer. The standing garden beds are also being restored. In Sewickley, trips to flower shows and high school musicals have commenced. The
sounds of children playing outdoors can be heard from the Masonic Village Child Care Center. On April 15, the annual Spring Social brought everyone together for good food and company. In Warminster, staff and residents (especially Winston the dog) are excited to be able to sit outside in the courtyard again and enjoy the flowers and pond. Charlie the carp shares their enthusiasm. Spring heralds Volunteer Recognition Week (April 12-18). Some locations celebrated throughout the week, while others will hold events later in the year. The close to 1,000 volunteers who commit their unpaid time to helping us serve our residents and the community deserve much appreciation. I thank each and every one of you for your part in Masonic Villages’ Mission of Love.
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In this Issue
Public Relations Department Masonic Village, One Masonic Drive Elizabethtown, PA 17022 pr@masonicvillages.org For more information, call 717-367-1121, ext. 33383.
Staff Spotlight: New Hires...........................p. 3
Staying Active with Racquetball..................p. 16
Cover Story: Putting Your Mind at Ease...pp. 4-7
A Cool New View at the Masonic Village
Helping a Loved One Address Mental
Farm Market............................................p. 17
Health Issues.............................................p. 8
Masonic Villages’ Wish List.......................p. 18
Partners in Specialized Heart Surgery.......... p. 9
A Community Caregiver.......................... p. 19
Health Update.........................................p. 10
For the Love of Angels Gifts.............. pp. 20-26
Sewickley Opens Clubhouse Clinic............ p. 11
Memorial Gifts.................................pp. 27-30
Village Happenings........................... pp. 12-13
Honorarium Gifts.................................... p. 30
New Clubs on the Block.................... pp. 14-15
Hospice Care Gifts...................................p. 31
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Masonic Villages Names New Leadership With the retirement of chief operating officer William C. Davis, Jr., after 25 years of service, Beth A. Bossert has been promoted to chief operating officer of health care services for Masonic Villages’ five locations. As chief operating officer, Beth provides leadership and administrative oversight for setting objectives, planning, organizing, staffing and directing the activities of all health care services for the Masonic Villages. She has been employed with Masonic Village since 1993, most recently as the administrator of health care services at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. Beth continues to use her knowledge in first-hand care from her nursing experience to help her manage and organize personal care and nursing care for Masonic Villages. She also consults for Ashlar Creative Solutions. Beth earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Pittsburgh. She is a registered nurse, licensed nursing home administrator and a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Directors of Nursing Administration. She resides in Lititz, Pennsylvania, with her daughter.
Robert D. Druckenmiller has joined the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown team as the administrator of health care services. In his position, Bob helps to create a caring environment for residents, staff and visitors by planning, organizing and directing the operation of the personal care and skilled nursing departments, as well as other health care services including the pharmacy, Transitional Care Unit, hospice and home care. Bob has a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Bloomsburg University and he is a licensed nursing home administrator. With strong experience in the long-term care field, Bob brings great expertise to Masonic Village. Bob lives in Paxinos, Pennsylvania, with his wife, Diana. He has been married for 28 years and has three sons. He is a passionate hockey fan and a USA hockey level three certified coach and referee, officiating about 100 ice hockey games per year. Bob also enjoys collecting Disney art pieces and other collectibles.
Michael G. Katzenmoyer has been named director of facilities and maintenance at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. He is responsible for ensuring operational policies and procedures, standards, regulations and codes are met during each construction and maintenance project on campus. Michael is also in charge of department budgeting, hiring, orienting and the managing of maintenance personnel. Mike is a certified facility manager and is working on a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Elizabethtown College. He brings strong leadership skills along with his 20 years of experience to Masonic Village. Mike and his wife, Charlotte, live in Brownstown, Pennsylvania, and have five children. When he isn’t at work, Mike enjoys time with his family and friends, bike riding, hiking, traveling, taking on home improvement projects and relaxing on the deck he built onto his home five years ago.
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Putting Your Mind at Ease When it comes to our physical health, our bodies may send us a signal in the form of pain, discomfort or a change in appearance to alert us of a problem. With mental health, the signs of a problem may not be as easily identifiable, nor are the treatment options as well known. Across the Masonic Villages, staff provide resources and assistance for a broad range of conditions, issues and concerns.
What is mental health? According to Dr. Jess Lee, psychologist at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, mental health can be defined as any emotional struggle with day-to-day living. “You may not be at a point emotionally where you want to be,” he said. “It could be something simple or clinically complex.” Conditions which affect mental health range from anxiety and depression to more clinical diagnosis, such as bipolar disorder. These conditions may be brought on by stress, resulting from a change in environment or disruption of routine, or from experiencing a loss, such as the death of a loved one, loss of mobility or loss of selfworth or purpose. Dr. Lee also works with staff to address behavioral issues, such as a resident who may be a risk to him or herself. “Older adults can go through various adjustments that can be emotionally taxing, including their family moving away or transitioning
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through different levels of care, “ Dr. Lee said. “With aging, you have more health concerns, and that affects you emotionally. “As individuals age, they experience physical changes which can lead them to feeling isolated or overly critical of themselves, resulting in depression or other behaviors,” Leah DiPersio, director of social services at Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, said. “Individuals who are no longer able to verbalize their feelings may express their feelings as behaviors or agitation.” According to Stacy Schroder, director of wellness and prevention at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, the science behind stress is that it causes the body to release hormones which stimulate the brain and body. In addition to the increased risk of chronic conditions, this hormone release can lead to fatigue, loss of memory and concentration, inability to fight off or recover from illness, anxiety, sadness, trouble eating and sleeping, pain, weight loss and irritability or moodiness. Studies show that long-term stress can damage brain cells, leading to depression.
Why is it important to address mental health? While they may be defined differently, mental, spiritual and physical health are intrinsically linked. “When you experience stress, anxiety and depression, the body
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reacts to this state of imbalance by manifesting physical symptoms in our bodies,” Stacy said. “If left to continue over days, weeks and months, this can cause conditions which may be as serious as cancer, autoimmune diseases, reflux, weight gain, heart disease, high blood pressure and more.” In cases where depression is brought about by unresolved grief, whether from loss of home, spouse/friends, identity and purpose or health, these can cumulatively take a toll on mental, physical and spiritual health. “Helping people to recognize and verbalize their feelings of loss can be very helpful,” Rev. Tim Reichard, director of pastoral care at Masonic Village at Sewickley, said. “It gives them a perspective on what they feel and a framework for understanding what they are experiencing. Helping them find new sources of meaning, purpose and value all help to decrease the grief they experience. Not only this, but exploring and treating unresolved grief can prevent someone from taking medication which they may not need.” How each individual addresses his or her mental health is unique. Some may choose to immediately seek help, whether from a psychologist or friends. Others may prefer to handle it on their own. James Horan moved into an apartment at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown in 1990. By his side was his wife, Laura. They were married for 50 years and spent 16 years together at Masonic Village until her passing in 2006. He was fortunate to have made many friends in that time, and his neighbors were very supportive after her death. “You don’t feel lonely,” he said. “We’re very close on the third floor. People really care about you. You’re family here.” James married Shirley a few years later. When she became ill, and James had to call an ambulance one day, neighbors immediately reached out. Shirley moved to the Masonic Health Care Center, where James visited her every day, and friends also stopped in. She passed away in 2014. With all the friends he’s made, and continues to make, he hasn’t eaten alone since. People offer to take him shopping, or he’ll open his front door and find bread and potatoes sitting in the doorway. Members of his lodge, St. AlbanSwain No. 529, Philadelphia, visit at least twice a year. In addition to his friends’ support, James keeps himself busy. He had been an active volunteer in the past at the Masonic Health Care Center, and he belongs to the Men’s Group where he can share his views on a variety of topics and converse with other men who have lost a spouse. (Read more about the group under the Pastoral Care subhead.) Al Leisey, also a resident of Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, is still learning to cope with the loss of his wife. Mary Helen, or Redsy, as he called her, passed away in September 2014. While she was ill, he cared for her at home which included reading everything he could to understand how to best provide for her. They eventually sought Masonic Village Hospice services. Mary Helen was a registered nurse, so she asked a lot of questions of those caring for her, which
was a great way to keep her involved. “We were married 70 years,” Al said. “We couldn’t have had a better life.” Al was impressed with the hospice services and appreciates what they were able to do for him by encouraging him to attend Bereavement Support Group meetings and helping him understand loss. He wants to return the favor one day, when he’s ready, by volunteering with the hospice program. “I think I could talk to people who are lost in this matter of being in a dying state,” he said. “You need some direction. I’d like to add to things around here any way I can. I don’t know exactly how I can help, but I’ll explore my options.” Even with the support group meetings, Al was still at a loss. Two pastors from Masonic Village visited with him and encouraged him to join the Men’s Group. “I wanted to go somewhere where people can share points of view and feelings,” he said. “Express what we did as individuals.” This group helps, and he’s learning to find his place, thanks to staff and other residents.
What resources and services are available at Masonic Villages? Pastoral Care, Social Services, Therapeutic Recreation and Nursing staff at all locations can provide support, opportunities to vent feelings and options for available resources. They encourage participation in activities and welcome support from family members and caregivers. Nutrition and Dietary staff work to address any decline in appetite due to mental health issues.
Pastoral Care In Sewickley, Rev. Tim offers counseling primarily within the context of pastoral care, although he has experience addressing mental health issues. “I’ve found that for the most part, there is great benefit in talking to a counselor or pastor about hopelessness and depression,” he said. “They will be able to direct the person to resources that might be helpful and provide an understanding of what they are feeling, as well as help them identify new sources of hope and joy. If a resident is having a difficult time, the staff will often contact me and ask me to meet with them.” In Elizabethtown, in addition to meeting with residents one-onone, Pastoral Care staff host a Special Singles group for widowed women and a Men’s Group for widowed men. Pastor A. Preston Van Deursen, director of pastoral care, leads the Special Singles, which meets the second Friday of each month, at 10:30 a.m., in the Keystone Room at the Clubhouse. The group was started in 1998 by two women who had lost their husbands weeks apart and wanted to remind people that “they were still alive.” Both
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went to Pastor Preston and asked if he would begin a group that was supportive and uplifting to help others who have shared losses. “One of the needs after a loss is to be connected, as many people have done things as couples and are now excluded or by themselves,” Pastor Preston said. ”That is one of the reasons we go on trips and lunches and celebrate holidays together. The purpose is to make the meetings joyful and allow people not to feel alone.” Pastor Gary George, pastoral care assistant, leads the Men’s Group, which meets every third Tuesday, from 9 to 10 a.m., in the Keystone Room at the Clubhouse. Started in 2000, the group includes single and widowed men and men whose spouses reside in a memory support neighborhood and who may be lonely and exhausted from caregiving duties. “We want to help them not feel isolated, alone or abandoned, and to use our meeting time to build relationships and encourage ongoing social interaction,” Pastor Gary said. “The group is very informal. I usually lead our discussions, or we have a guest speaker, and topics are varied. They may include recent news events, health issues, science, politics, entertainment, etc. I try to choose interesting subjects that apply to their interests and generation.”
Support Groups In Elizabethtown, the monthly Dementia Support and Education Group provides resources for those caring for a loved one living with dementia at Masonic Village or in the community. Meetings often feature speakers and serve as an outlet for those dealing with the stress of caring for a loved one with dementia. Many participants form bonds with one another and continue attending after their loved one passes away. The group meets the third Tuesday of every month, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., in the Masonic Health Care Center Assembly Room.
Bereavement Counseling The Bereavement Support Group in Elizabethtown meets the third Thursday of every month, from 10 - 11:30 a.m., in the Large Recreation Room in the Sycamore North Apartments. Attendees share in activities, such as music therapy, and inspirational discussions led by campus chaplains. The Pastoral Care Department in Elizabethtown also leads a biannual Service of Remembrance and Gratitude in the spring and fall in the Masonic Health Care Center’s Assembly Room. Anyone who has lost a loved one, whether he or she received care at Masonic Village or not, is invited to attend. For families of patients who receive Masonic Village Hospice services, support is offered for more than a year after the passing of their loved one. Regardless of whether they live locally or across the country, they receive a follow-up phone call from staff, cards, a bereavement support packet and newsletters. Staff offer to meet one-on-one with anyone who is interested in receiving support.
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Therapeutic Recreation At the Masonic Village at Sewickley, Karen Hammond, recreation supervisor/concierge; Ann Beck, recreation director; and other staff look for signs of depression in residents, including forgetfulness, cognitive changes and agitation or aggression toward other residents or staff. They work as a team to address the situation. “Recreationally speaking, we work toward getting the resident involved in events and activities they enjoy and, when necessary, send them reminders to attend,” Karen said. “The retirement living nurse, home care supervisor, social worker and myself work together to observe certain residents for changes every day. We also work closely with dining and housekeeping staff as they connect with the residents regularly.” When residents move into the Sturgeon Health Care Center and Star Points Building personal care residence, staff meet with them and discuss their past interests, things that make them happy, things they do not like, etc. “We assess their cognitive ability, as well as physical strengths and weaknesses, and how they are adapting to their new surroundings in general,” Ann said. “If residents are not able to answer, we discuss these things with family. We visit residents individually to gain trust and invite them personally to recreational activities, helping them to succeed at their own level. Another goal is to stimulate interaction with other residents to ward off loneliness.” In Elizabethtown, Kirk Rakos, therapeutic recreation supervisor, and his staff of recreation therapists, look for similar signs in residents, focusing on the three plagues referred to by the Eden Alternative®: loneliness, helplessness and boredom. The Masonic Villages at Elizabethtown, Sewickley, Lafayette and Warminster are all certified Eden Alternative® communities. “I truly believe recreation and leisure are antidotes to mental health,” Kirk said. “First, we learn why an individual did a particular activity or task, then attempt to bring purpose back into the resident’s life by engaging them through the use of recreation. As Morrie said in the book ‘Tuesdays with Morrie,’ if you are in bed, you are dead. We make sure our programming is based on variety and spontaneity.”
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Individual Counseling Dr. Lee, in Elizabethtown, is able to listen to someone in confidence and provide a neutral perspective on a situation that maybe a person isn’t comfortable sharing with his or her spouse or family. Residents from across campus can visit with him. All they need to do is ask their doctor to make a referral. His office is located in the Masonic Health Care Center. “I’m motivated by being someone who can advocate for residents, he said. “Be a listening ear and give them help in a way they’ve never had before. I do the best I can for residents who maybe don’t have anyone else or those who really aren’t functioning. I work with professionals to get them to a point where they’re happiest. It’s a team approach.” Dr. Lee receives referrals from physicians, nurses and social workers. Depending on an individual’s level of depression, he may see him or her every week or every two weeks. During the initial visit, Dr. Lee asks a lot of questions to learn the person’s background and develop a therapeutic relationship and rapport. He may prompt with questions to find the root of the problem, or he may just listen to the person vent. There’s no limit to the number of visitations. He may also recommend a prescription, which a physician then writes, although he tries to avoid pushing too many medications and believes in a combination of medication and counseling. In Lafayette Hill, Leah and other staff may place a referral to a psychologist or a mental health nurse practitioner, inform the doctor or brainstorm as a team to help make the resident feel validated and supported. In Sewickley, psychiatry professionals regularly visit the Sturgeon Health Care Center and Star Points Building personal care residence and assist with residents from retirement living who may not be able to easily leave campus. Nursing staff are trained to identify problems and make appropriate referrals.
Wellness Opportunities Physical exercise can improve self-esteem and mood and is an opportunity to socialize with others. Endorphins released during exercise create feelings of euphoria, so it’s more than just a psychological change, it’s chemical. Scientific studies show working out increases the chemicals in the brain that support and prevent degeneration of the hippocampus, which is an important part of the brain for memory and learning. Cardiovascular exercise can create new brain cells and improve overall brain performance, according to a Huffington Post article (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/27/mental-healthbenefits-exercise_n_2956099.html). In Elizabethtown, residents can participate in health and wellness programs that target the topics of stress management, healthy aging, relaxation, meditation, diet, exercise, reframing, time management, coping skills, humor, journaling, hobbies,
relationships, communication and aromatherapy. They can use the Masonic Life Center or one of three pools on campus, as well as almost eight miles of walking paths. In Sewickley, residents can visit the Barley Wellness Center for personal coaching or participate in classes such as Fit for Life, stretching or water exercise. They can also attend Allegheny General Health’s Healthy Living Series or Genesis Rehab programs each month. The campus includes an indoor pool and walking paths. In Lafayette Hill, the Wellness Center is open 24 hours a day, and fitness classes are offered weekly through an outside contractor. Residents also participate in the annual senior games. In Warminster, staff lead a daily exercise class at 9:30 a.m. and a wellness group at 11 a.m. in the personal care area. DVDs are available featuring tai chi and other exercises. In Dallas, residents have access to an on-site fitness center and classes, such as Tai Chi for Arthritis® or Nordic Walking, as well as the Healthier Selves series which features local experts covering various topics. Residents also benefit from a close relationship with Misericordia University, located next to Masonic Village. The college offers a pool, fitness center, classes and walking track.
A Changing Paradigm In his eight years at Masonic Village, Dr. Lee has seen an increase in the number of people seeking his services. “People are a lot more accepting of seeing a psychologist,” he said. “The stigma has lessened, and there’s a lot more awareness.” “Everyone is a package, and the package isn’t complete unless it is all taken care of,” Cindy Stefl, director of resident services at Masonic Village at Sewickley said. “People’s physical health is better if their mental health is taken care of, and their mental health is better if they’re taken care of physically.” “Leaving a mental health issue untreated can cause a lot of distress to people and their families, and can ultimately hurt their physical health as well,” Leah said. “It’s never a sign of weakness to ask for help,” Rev. Tim said. “All of us from time to time need someone to give us support and care.”
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Helping a Loved One Address Mental Health Issues Between visits or phone calls, as a family member or caregiver, you may notice a change in your loved one. Simply asking, “What’s wrong?” may not address the issue, especially if your loved one doesn’t think or realize anything is wrong. Below, Masonic Villages’ staff offer some advice to help identify signs of mental health issues and how to address them, even if you live far away. According to Dr. Jess Lee, psychologist at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, if your loved one has been really depressed for more than two weeks or has lost interest in things they used to find enjoyable, they may be experiencing depression. They may seem helpless or hopeless, tearful or even express not wanting to move forward in life. In addition to emotional changes, Leah DiPersio, director of social services at Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, said family members or caregivers may observe behavioral changes. If you notice any of the following signs or symptoms, you are encouraged to talk with staff at Masonic Village:
• Change in eating habits • Change in sleeping habits • Decreased energy • Memory loss or confusion • Increased agitation or anger • Irritability • Neglect of self-care • Chronic aches
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Once the issue or problem is recognized, staff can help encourage your loved one to become more involved in activities or just talk with them. Family members and caregivers can do the same. “First and most important, you must be an active listener and validate your loved one’s feelings,” Kirk Rakos, therapeutic recreation supervisor at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, said. “Find an activity you can do together that provides your family member a purpose. Introduce variety and spontaneity into your visits. Visit on different days. Instead of talking about the weather, go outside for a change of scenery, sunshine (vitamin D) and fresh air. Make the visit about them and the things they like, not just the news or weather.” “Families are encouraged to visit regularly if they are able to,” Ann Beck, recreation director at Masonic Village at Sewickley, said. “We suggest they encourage residents not to self-isolate, but to join others in social situations, leave their rooms and spend time in common areas with others. We recommend families and friends join residents in group activities and even to go on community outings planned by the Recreation Department.” “One of the easiest ways for families and friends to help when they are away is to make phone calls just to chat and reminder calls to alert them of special activities or events on campus,” Karen Hammond, recreation supervisor/concierge at Masonic Village at Sewickley, said. “If they are local, they are encouraged to make as many visits as possible and help to introduce their loved one to other residents. Sometimes families get better results because the resident is familiar with them, whereas a resident may not be themselves with staff initially.”
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Partners in Specialized Heart Surgery For patients recovering from open heart surgery or awaiting a heart transplant, a ventricular assist device (VAD) – a mechanical device that takes over the pumping action of the heart for either one or both ventricles – was traditionally inserted to temporarily support the heart. In the last five years, VADs have become a long-term treatment option for those with advanced heart failure who are not candidates for a heart transplant (typically over age 70). Once patients recover from surgery to insert this device, they require assistance with learning to maintain the device and dress the wound, as well as physical and occupational therapy – assistance which is better provided in a rehabilitation setting, rather than a hospital. To fill this need, Masonic Village at Elizabethtown has been named Lancaster General Health’s first preferred provider for patients recovering from a VAD insertion. Enabling patients to leave the hospital soon after surgery, Masonic Village’s Transitional Care Unit (TCU) provides a clinical setting which can meet their specialized needs. Beyond traditional rehabilitation, care for these patients includes the use of state-of-the-art technology, close physician oversight, coordination with Lancaster General Health’s VAD Clinic and continuous staff training. “Physician and nursing staff have been specifically trained to care for individuals with VADs, while addressing the needs of their families and caregivers, as well,” Laurie Shive, nurse manager, said. “A team of physical, occupational and speech therapists, combined with therapeutic recreation, dietary, pastoral care, social services and other staff help patients recover physically and mentally, and we provide them and their families with the
proper guidance to care for themselves at home.” The first patient recovering from a VAD insertion arrived at Masonic Village the end of January, and a second patient who had a new device placed arrived in February. After several days of rest, patients start daily physical, occupational and speech therapy. A VAD relieves symptoms like shortness of breath, and with therapy, patients can learn to adapt to a normal level of activity.
Transitional Care Unit Masonic Village at Elizabethtown’s TCU includes 28 private and 20 semi-private suites. The newly renovated suites include a flat-screen TV with cable, telephone, wireless Internet access, small refrigerator, electric lift chair and bed. Patients enjoy served-toorder entrées in a country kitchen dining area or in their rooms. The TCU offers physical, speech and occupational therapy for individuals with injuries and illnesses such as orthopedic conditions, total joint replacement, amputation, strokes, cardiac events, respiratory conditions, complications from diabetes and infections. Patients have access to state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, therapy and technology; an emergency call system; and adaptive devices. Access to a laboratory and X-rays on-site also helps prevent readmission to a hospital. “Partnering with Lancaster General Health is another way for us to extend our mission by offering a service that is needed in the community,” Beth Bossert, chief operating officer of health care services, said. “We have the accommodations and staff, and in turn, are able to benefit patients and their families, Lancaster General Health and Masonic Village.”
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Health Update by J. Kenneth Brubaker, M.D., C.M.D.,
medical director, Masonic Village at Elizabethtown
Prevention of Strokes Can Prevent Memory Loss The second most common cause for memory loss is cerebral vascular accidents (CVAs) or strokes (a term more commonly used by non-medically trained persons). Historically, CVAs have been defined as a sudden decline in brain function that can be manifested by the loss of upper and lower extremity function on one side of the body and frequently associated with speech difficulty.
Diagnosing Brain Diseases In the mid-1970s, with the invention of the computer axial tomography, or CAT scanning, the ability to make quicker and more accurate diagnoses of brain diseases increased exponentially. Approximately five years later, another historically significant brain assessment instrument, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), was invented. Both the CAT and MRI have enabled researchers to develop a better understanding of the numerous changes that take place in the brain secondary to aging and diseases. CAT scanning of the brain uses a series of X-rays of the head taken from many different directions and forms a composite picture of the entire brain. Unfortunately, one of the recently recognized concerns with CAT scanning is the high dose of radiation exposure, and there is increasing caution in the overuse of CAT studies. On the other hand, MRI equipment does not expose one to radiation. An MRI uses magnetic and radio waves to produce an accurate image of the organ that is being evaluated. One disadvantage is the increased cost of an MRI study.
Risk Factors About 500,000 Americans experience new or recurrent CVAs each year. Many of these individuals experience some decline in memory. Risk factors for CVAs include age, sex, heredity and lifestyle choices. CVA risks increase with age, doubling for each decade after the age of 55. Men are more likely to experience a CVA than women. Obesity, hypertension, elevated cholesterol, smoking and a sedentary lifestyle all contribute to an increased risk for a CVA. Recent research has consistently demonstrated that heredity plays a much smaller role in contributing to CVAs than lifestyle choices. Improved lifestyle choices include regular exercise; avoiding over eating; consuming more fruits, vegetables, nuts and low-fat milk products; and consuming less salt.
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Focus on Blood Pressure In addition to lifestyle choices, blood pressure management is very important. There is a clearly established relationship between elevated blood pressure and CVAs. Recently, three leading groups of heart experts have changed their previously recommended blood pressures for American adults. All adults younger than 60 years of age should keep their blood pressures less than 140/90. The cardiology groups also recommended guidelines of 130/80 for those with heart disease who have already had a heart attack, CVA or mini-CVA, arterial blockage in their legs or an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Those 60 years and older should keep their blood pressures less than 150/90. These recommendations were based on reviewing numerous published medical research articles, not merely on a consensus group of experts. In spite of these guidelines, concerns remain about those over 80 years of age, the most rapidly growing population in America. Since there is very sparse research in the 80-plus age group, many geriatricians have recognized that this group of older adults will need to have individualized blood pressure goals that are based on their ability to tolerate blood pressures less than the 150/90. For example, some older adults will experience significant adverse symptoms such as dizziness or lightheadedness if their blood pressures are lower than 160/90. In spite of these higher acceptable blood pressures in adults 80-plus, many will continue to live an active and high quality of life that goes well into their 90s without any adverse effects. Memory loss due to vascular damages in the brain is one of the few types of memory loss that we can prevent by maintaining good control of our blood pressure and making good lifestyle choices no matter what age we may be. It is never too late to start swimming and walking daily, change the type of food we consume and avoid overusing salt. It is never too late to stop smoking, and it is not too late to start losing some weight if one is obese. Finally, the lifestyle changes recommended for the prevention of memory loss due to CVAs are equally applicable to Alzheimer’s disease. There has been a plethora of recently published medical literature validating that late onset memory loss due to Alzheimer’s disease is preventable.
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Sewickley Opens Clubhouse Clinic
Directory Care Manager – ext. 3100 Physician Services – Dr. O’Donnell: Mondays, 9 a.m. to noon. Dr. Shinn: Second and fourth Fridays by appointment. Podiatry – First and third Fridays by appointment Audiology – By appointment: ext. 3639
In response to residents’ requests for easy access to additional clinical services at the Masonic Village at Sewickley, the Clubhouse Clinic is now open on the ground level of the Clubhouse next to the library. It is home to the office of Sherry McLean, R.N., care manager (shown above left), as well as audiology, podiatry and physician services. The renovations were made possible thanks to a donor who wishes to remain anonymous. “We wanted to provide a convenient option for residents, so when they stop in the Clubhouse for lunch, they can visit the bank and see a doctor, all in one trip,” Tracy Leja, assistant executive director, said. “Not having to leave campus is especially convenient when the weather is bad.” Sherry helps residents in the retirement living area manage their medications, follows up with anyone who has recently been injured or ill, arranges medical appointments and meets with new residents. She also handles residents’ urgent needs. Residents will need to make appointments to see the specialists and doctors in the clinics. The pharmacy will continue to be located in the Star Points Building and is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. For residents in the Star Points Building and Sturgeon Health Care Center, clinical services are still provided on the second floor of the Star Points Building next to the pharmacy.
Transitional Care Unit Officially Opens The Transitional Care Unit, located within the Sturgeon Health Care Center, includes 15 private rooms for individuals needing short-term rehabilitation while recovering from injuries and illnesses. Open for residents of Masonic Village at Sewickley, as well as individuals from the community, this unit offers physical, speech and occupational therapies using state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and technology. Accommodations include a living room, cooked-to-order entrées served in a dining room or in-room, a flat-screen television with cable, docking stations for iPods, telephone, wireless internet access and emergency call system. “Short-term rehabilitation gives individuals time to build their strength and reach their prior level of functioning before they return home,” Cindy Stefl, director of resident services, said. “With everything they need in the Transitional Care Unit, they are able to concentrate on their recovery. This type of environment, combined with intensive therapy, enables them to get back to their normal routine quickly.” If you or someone you know will be in need of short-term rehabilitation services, please contact 412-741-1400, and ask for ext. 3600, 3430 or 3010, prior to hospitalization. You can find an application online at www.MVSTransitionalCare.org.
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Village Happenings A 20-year tradition, clowns from the Harrisburg Zembo Shrine visited the Masonic Health Care Center in Elizabethtown to present silk roses to each female resident, including Margaret Crown (shown right), for Valentine’s Day. Zembo Shrine Potentate Thomas Morgan, known by his clown name Fudgy, accompanied Itzy, Petals, Pap, Gimpy and Snellie.
Having a little shadow fun of their own on Groundhog Day, Sewickley residents (l-r) Joel Kirker, Loretta Fitzgerald, Donna Stevens, Pat Laughlin, Walter Chapple and Cheryl Hart line up with their silhouettes.
During the Valentine’s Party in Elizabethtown, Esther “Cupid” Scheurermann was escorted by Tamerly Bell and Linsey Yecker, both recreation therapists.
To bring in the New Year, pets and people, including resident Patty Kostas, celebrated with food, drinks and fun in Warminster.
To show their support for heart health, residents and staff in Lafayette Hill dressed in red on Feb. 6 as part of National Wear Red Day.
To celebrate the Chinese New Year, residents in Warminster, including Mildred Brooks, enjoyed authentic cuisine while learning about traditions and customs of the holiday.
Kathryn Hankins and Inez Twesten color Easter Eggs in Lafayette Hill.
As part of a flyswatter volleyball tournament held among staff and residents in Elizabethtown, Mary Pat Frick, special project R.N., and Seth Anthony, web designer and social media specialist, prepare to take a swing.
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Staff and residents, including Nessie Denton, recreation therapist, and Betty Munz, rang in 2015 with dancing and a toast.
R.W. Grand Master Robert J. Bateman and the Grand Lodge Officers visited Elizabethtown to hand out 50, 60 and 70year Masonic awards to residents.
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Using quilt pieces signed in honor of veterans during the Eternal Flame dedication at Elizabethtown in September, members of the Masonic Village Piecemakers made quilts as part of the Quilts of Valor Foundation’s National Sew Day on Feb. 7. The group will present the quilts to veterans. Shown (l-r): Jeanne McIntyre, Faye Baker, Betty Ferraro, Donna Hoover, Phyllis Stevens, Joan Laubenstein, Sylvia Mitchell and Sue Wheeler. Staff and participants at the Adult Daily Living in Elizabethtown celebrated the happy days of the 1950s with a party and dance.
(L-R) Indeera Ennis, housekeeping supervisor; Della Scherl, director of nursing; and Cassidy Mitchell, administrative assistant, help out at the Penny Party in Warminster. More than 160 people attended, and through raffles and food sales, the event raised $4,085 to support resident programming and services.
As part of a fashion show in Elizabethtown, residents including Pat Kaplan, Kathy Ross, Betty Willard and Ann Miller modeled the latest styles.
Residents in Elizabethtown dyed 130 dozen Easter eggs for Masonic Village’s Easter Egg Hunt, which welcomes hundreds of kids to the campus.
Volunteer Recognition Masonic Villages appreciates its hundreds of volunteers all year long, but Volunteer Recognition Week (April 12-18) was a great excuse for Elizabethtown and Lafayette Hill to hold special events to honor those who commit their time and talents to our Mission of Love. The other locations will host events later in the year.
In Lafayette Hill, above, volunteer Cia Mack celebrates with the Mummers. Below, JT and Susanne Sullivan enjoy a serenade.
In Elizabethtown, clockwise from top left: Shirley Vockroth; Thelma Weagly and John Townsend; Prudence Eshelman, Gary George, assistant in pastoral care, and Ruth Hasenauer; Mary Ann and Jack Sucro; Larry Hess, Gary George and Alton Long; and Nancy Parke and Joanne Coates.
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New Clubs on the Block
Photography Club Focuses on Making Pictures Masonic Village at Elizabethtown resident Roger Ford’s first camera was a Kodak Instamatic, and he “could do more with that camera as a knee biter” than he can with some modern cameras. At age 16, his dad gave him a Zeiss Ikon from World War II. It had no light meter, and distances were measured in meters. Both cameras helped him learn about basic photography, something he feels people may be missing out on today. “I wish the new mirrorless cameras had the optical viewfinder my old Instamatic had,” he said. “I really think being able to see and frame a picture is vital. Sometimes the new cameras that rely on an LCD [liquid-crystal-display] don’t let you do that operation very well, especially in sunlight. I wish there were more everyday cameras with optical viewfinders.” Roger’s passion for photography and his desire to inspire others to discover its allure led him to start a Photography Club on campus. “I want people to gain experience doing it,” he said. “If the picture turns out, that’s icing on the cake. If nothing else, it’s in focus. It’s just fun.” The first meeting in March covered equipment and how to use it. In the future, he’ll concentrate on light, picture format and design. He plans to show some of his photos (a few of which are shown above) and encourages people to bring their own to share their inspiration and thought process. There will be time for open discussion when people can offer constructive criticism. The club meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Grand Lodge Hall Assembly Room. Anyone who is
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interested may attend. There’s no need to RSVP. Roger took photos throughout his life including many of his two daughters (which was often an experiment in composure), until he became ill and had to take a break from photography and much else in his life. When he was able to start taking photos again, he visited parks near his home in State College to see nature in its regular state. He advanced his skills from taking a photo with a flower in the middle to filling the frame and designing the photo. “Photography is something that can be done even when you’re not 100 percent healthy,” he said. “It’s about making pictures, not taking pictures. I like to walk around, look and see what says to me, ‘This could be a great photo.’ I wait for a good subject.” That’s exactly what he did when he spotted a deer while outside exploring one day. He waited patiently for the deer to expose itself in the ideal position, which was amidst two fields divided by telephone poles. As the doe foraged, Roger “hunted” her with his camera until the shadows of the early afternoon were at the perfect angle, and she edged into the right spot. The photo’s composition was a harmony of light, lines, textures and subject. See the photo above. Roger moved to Masonic Village in November 2014, and he’s excited to get outside and explore the manicured grounds. The 1,400-acre campus, with its ornate architecture, Formal Gardens, ponds, fields and woodland, is a photographer’s paradise.
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Pilot’s Club Takes Off It has been said that if a pilot walks into a crowded room and discovers another pilot, suddenly there is no one else in the room. With guest speakers, scheduled trips and plenty of social interaction, the Pilot’s Club at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown is the perfect place for those interested in aviation. “From overhearing and participating in many conversations about flying with fellow residents, I got the idea to start the club,” Louis Johnson, creator of the Pilot’s Club, said. “I got quite a response, and 25 residents signed up.” The club was started in October and currently has 35 members. Anyone who is a licensed pilot and looking to share their memories, hear from others and catch up on current air regulations is welcome.
“Everyone wears a nametag to encourage conversation and as an opportunity to meet each other,” Louis said. “It’s great because we all get to learn from one another and talk about our past.” Since its establishment, the club has hosted speakers from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and executives from the Harrisburg International Airport. With discussion periods during each meeting, members have an opportunity to ask speakers questions, as well as learn from fellow members. A number of qualified speakers within the club have also given excellent presentations. The club hopes to organize trips to various local aviation museums and airports in the future. The Pilot’s Club meets on the first Monday of every month at 1:30 p.m. in the Keystone Room located at the Clubhouse. Those interested in joining the Pilot’s Club or looking for more information may call Louis at 717-361-3912.
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Staying Active with Racquetball
Two racquets, one ball and a court are all Masonic Village at Dallas residents Harold Hartley, Jr. and Allen “Al” Henninger (shown l-r above) need to have a good time. For the past two years, Harold and Al have been playing racquetball together using nearby Misericordia University’s indoor courts. Typically playing every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning for an hour and a half, both Harold and Al have experienced several health benefits from playing racquetball in addition to the entertainment. “It’s a good aerobic workout,” Harold said. “I’m still alive, and I enjoy being able to do physical things. I do try to limit my playing time though, since I am 84 years old.” While Harold has been playing racquetball since the early 1970s, Al just began two years ago when he decided to ask Harold if he could tag along to one of his games. “He had an extra racquet and picked me up the next morning,” Al said. “From there on out, I loved it. I wasn’t any good, of course, but I felt the exercise was good for me.” Although he fell in love with the sport, Al still needed to learn the skills and techniques it took to play full games. After
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he was dedicated to attending the practices, Harold started teaching Al the basics. After that, he moved on to teaching him more advanced skills. “I found a great mentor in Harold,” Al said. “I felt he was never easy on me, but he might have thought otherwise!” Al then started to bring his own equipment to their meetings and show up early to work on the skills Harold had demonstrated for him. After a year, he began to see some progress. “I actually started to win a few games,” Al said. He also started noticing some of his own health benefits. “I am a diabetic, and since moving here and being involved in walking, yoga, golf, lifting and especially racquetball, I’ve seen my weight drop 20 pounds and my blood sugar come down,” Al said. “Good health makes you enjoy retirement more.” For anyone who wants to give racquetball a try, Harold and Al have a few suggestions. “All you have to do is find someone to play with and stick with it,” Harold said. “I recommend finding a mentor like I did or just visiting a court,” Al said. “People are friendly and open to new players or experimenters.” Besides racquetball, Al enjoys playing golf, trying his hand at blackjack at the local casino and attending local sporting events. Harold also spends his time hunting, studying genealogy and with his children and grandchildren. Although they have slightly different interests outside of racquetball, Harold and Al like to stay active and both enjoy living at Masonic Village. “The facilities are nice and all of your maintenance is taken care of,” Harold said. “The residents here are fantastic, too. It’s easy to be active here.” “My wife and I get together with some other residents several times a week,” Al said. “We go out to dinner, play games or just sit around and talk about the good life.”
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A Cool New View at the Masonic Village Farm Market On May 22, the Masonic Village Farm Market will officially open the Orchard View Café in Elizabethtown. Products will include hand-dipped ice cream, milk shakes, sundaes, soda floats, hot dogs, hot soup, apple cider slushies and a weekly special, such as pulled pork, beef BBQ or chicken BBQ sandwiches. “We wanted to offer shoppers a chance to stop and enjoy lunch or dinner amidst the beautiful setting of our orchard,” Tad Kuntz, orchard supervisor, said. “This was a great opportunity to partner with a local creamery and expand our selection of local products.” The café is as an addition to the front of the Farm Market and will be open from Memorial Day weekend through the end of October. Hours are Monday through Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 7 p.m. Farm Market staff spent about two months searching south central Pennsylvania for the best-tasting locally-produced ice cream (a tough task indeed) and chose Trickling Springs Creamery. The creamery opened in 2001 in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, and makes their ice cream in micro-batches to maintain the quality and consistency of the flavors and textures. Flavors include a variety of basics, as well as seasonal options like blueberry, peaches ‘n cream, Dutch apple, pumpkin and eggnog. The peanut butter and black cherry were among the favorites of the Farm Market staff. Trickling Springs Creamery will also supply the Farm Market with glass-bottled milk. It offers super-premium, wholesome milk from grass-fed cows without the use of synthetic hormones and processes the milk using a low temperature pasteurization
method that allows the milk’s natural proteins and enzymes to live, resulting in a healthier and better tasting product. It follows a set of milk quality guidelines which are up to four times stricter than federal guidelines. The milk is bottled in returnable glass bottles which are sterilized and refilled at the creamery. The Farm Market will also carry the creamery’s homemade butter and hand-packed containers of ice cream. Unfortunately, the Farm Market cannot ship ice cream along with its produce and jarred goods. If you don’t live nearby, plan to visit during Autumn Day on Saturday, Sept. 19. For the Farm Market’s online catalog, blog and a schedule for pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, visit www.MVFarmMarket.com.
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Qty. Capital Need Masonic Village at Elizabethtown Musical Instruments 115 Silent Alarm Systems 45 Wheelchair Cushions - Specialty 4 Electric Lift Recliners 1 Digital Keyboard Accessories 23 Wheelchairs - Specialty 11 Bose Stereo systems 5 Shower Chairs 15 Wheelchairs - Specialty w/customized 2 T.V.s for Spas (wall mounted) 1 Eva Pneumatic Platform Walker 2 Wheelchairs - Tilt & Space 5 Wheelchairs - Broda 4 Sleeper Chair with Casters 22 Vital Signs Machines for AOD 2 Beds - Pivot 1 Jukebox 1 Lift - Overhead 1 Ballet (Donetsk Ballet Christmas performance) 1 NuStep Machine 2 Pianos (Roland - Acoustic) 4 Wheelchair Glider Swings 1 Hearing Aid Loop 1 Golf Cart (street legal - 6-passenger wheelchair) 1 Piano (Roland - Grand) CHILDRENS’ HOME NEEDS 1 Printer Play Equipment - Outdoors 9 College Books (stipend) Camps/Excursions BLEILER COTTAGE NEEDS 1 Refrigerator Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill Spirit of Philadelphia Lunch Cruise Outing District of Columbia Museums w/Lunch & Transportation Harvest Ball Event Drama Lessons/Activities for Residents Masonic Village at Sewickley 3 Yamaha Digital Pianos 1 Hand Rail Tilt and Roll Scale 1 ARJO Sit to Stand Lift 1 4 Channel E Stimulation (Electric) 1 ARJO Maxi Lift Masonic Village at Dallas 1 Wii Game Set 1 Golf Fund 2 Handicap Accessible Picnic Tables Gazebo Masonic Village at Warminster 10 Woodworking Kits 2 Aromatherapy Kits 1 Fish Aquarium 1 Pergola with Awning
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WISH LIST ITEMS THANK YOU to everyone for making wishes come true for our residents! An up-to-date list is available online at www.MasonicCharitiesPa.org, or by calling the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454. Please note that if funds donated for any item listed are over subscribed, the funds will be used for additional wish list items or needs in the same service area.
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A Community Caregiver
Dr. Robert Hale ran his family medical practice for 35 years on Fairway Road in Lafayette Hill. Always by his side was his wife, Edna, known by her friends as “Chick.” Chick was a graduate of the West Jersey School of Nursing, where she had received her registered nursing degree. During World War II, she volunteered as an Army Cadet. The couple has three children and two grandchildren. Throughout his years serving patients, Bob talked with several who resided at Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, so he knew it had a good reputation. When he and Chick were ready to move, Masonic Village was the first option that came to
mind. When Chick developed Alzheimer’s disease, staff cared for her and provided assistance for Bob. She passed away in June 2014. “[Staff] were all very cooperative,” he said of her transition. “They were wonderful.” In her memory, Bob wished to make a donation to Masonic Villages. He met with Joyce Michelfelder, director of gift planning - east, who suggested he contribute toward some items from Masonic Villages’ Wish List. The wish list includes essential items needed for Masonic Villages’ daily operations ranging from wheelchairs to recreational trips to aquariums. He chose to give toward several televisions for the nursing care area and new patio furniture for people to enjoy outdoors. He also named a balcony in Chick’s memory. “I felt I could repay them in some way,” he said. “She was at Masonic Village for about two years, and they took care of her. They were very good to her.” Bob and Chick spent years caring for people in the Lafayette Hill community. Now, as Masonic Village residents enjoy sunsets and sunrises on the balcony using the patio furniture, as well as their new televisions, the Hale’s impact will continue well into the future. For an updated Masonic Villages’ Wish List, visit www.MasonicCharitiesPa.org or call the Office of Gift Planning at 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 tollfree 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 2014 Holiday Appeal, For the Love of Angels, in support of our Masonic Villages. Below are the names of those individuals and couples who have made contributions through Feb. 15, 2015. 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 800-599-6454; 717-367-1121, ext. 33003; or by emailing giving@masonicvillages.org. Thank you. Wayne E. Brosius D. Paul and Sara Jane Busch Alvin and Margaret Cloak Judy A. Edwards Barry E. Fleck
Walter and Celia Gerber Donna and Rege Hastings Duane and Nancy Hepler Bruce and Ethel Joan Howarth Ina R. Jacobs
Frank A. Kosola Cynthia Kroepil Gregg D. McBride, Jr. Joyce F. Michelfelder Vaughn and Geraldine Miller
James D. Rodisch David I. Shields Ernest H. Steinmeyer, Jr. Claude A. Street, III William and Margaret Thorpe
Listed below are memorial gifts made in memory of one individual (names shown in red). Heavenly Class of 2014 A. Preston and Brenda Van Deursen Alvin and Betty Aaron Mark and Kareen Aaron Robert H. Abbott Noel Joyce Letterio Chuck and Ruth Aber Thomas and Margaret Gonano Barbara M. Adams Virginia R. Good Kirt and Ella Adams Kirt and Barbara Adams Wilhemina Adamson Betty L. Ravert John William Albaugh Suzanne R. Wojewodzki Edward N. Allen June E. Allen Henry J. Allyn Elizabeth B. Allyn Kathleen (Kitty) Ambrozates Valerie Ambrozates Hans Dieter and Ruth E. Andrae Steven and Renate Hylinski Janet Louise Anstine Glenda Jane Ruby Jack Armstrong Geraldine W. Armstrong Helen M. Arnold Palmer H. Arnold Bobbie V. Gasket Samuel H. and Frances E. Arrell John A. and Sara Arrell, Sr. Paul Ashbrook Betty A. Platt
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Mary Lambert Atkins Charlotte M. Betz Betty J. Auker Bonnie L. Conrad Claire Aurentz Terry and Barbara Lenker Theresa Bair John and Kristin Bair Ronald G. Bair, Sr. Anne K. Baker Bob and Kay Sutch James G. Baker Walt and Diane Berger Mary Jane Boyland-Bamberger Jolene M. Garvin Carol O. Barkley John Barkley Mary Anne L. Barnhart Clyde L. Barnhart William Barnhart Theon A. Barnhart Karen L. Nye Arthur H. and Ada B. Barth Jim Barth Judy E. Neideigh Joyce Vuxta Norman H. Bartlett John T. and Doris Bartlett, Sr. Eleanor Bauer Ruth E. Turpin Ermajean (Cookie) Beam Gerald C. Beam Ruth Dull Beane Kenneth F. and Cynthia Beane, Jr. Kenneth F. Beane, Sr. William R. Beers, Sr. William R. and Denise Beers, Jr.
LeRoy D. Bennett Barbara L. Racki Michael Bergbauer, Jr. Barbara E. Shields Michael Bergbauer, Sr. Barbara E. Shields Elvira Berry James M. and Helen Berry, Sr. William E. and Ruth K. Best, Sr. Linda B. Muller Arthur E. Betz Sandra B. Zippler Harry W. and Marie E. Beyer Peter and Tracey Lord Truman W. Bittenbender Gail Ann Fairchild Dewitt B. Blank Joanne C. Blank Gary Blank Joanne C. Blank Jerry Boltz Sara M. Miller Jim Bottone Oscar E. Fox PAPA Bowland Robert and Joyce Umbaugh Marianne Bowman Roscoe and Georgette Carnahan George W. Bowns, Sr. Judith Street and George Bowns, Jr. William Boyer Curt Shadle Lynn G. Brandt Russell and Faye Baker Carol A. Brandt Pamela S. Brenneman Elvin and Jestena Yeagley
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Gloria May Brickner Herbert Paul Brickner Earl H. Brinser Mary E. Calvert James F. Brookhart Donald and Patricia March J. Glen Brossman Jay G. Brossman and Sarah Kinzey Joseph V. Brown Kenneth and Donna Patrick Richard D. Brown Sarah H. Brown David C. Bryan Avis Ann Bryan James S. and Joan C. Bryner Sheryl L. Bryner Frank M. Burton Sharon R. Burton Arthur R. and Glenna D. Bush Margaret Ann Hummel William R. Butts Lois Butts Donald P. and Mary A. Byers Donald and Rosemary Byers James V. Byrne, Sr. James Byrne Alice D. Cadwallader Jane Keller Roy G. Calvert Mary E. Calvert Frank and Eleanor Calvi Francis Salerno Filo Campbell Bernadine D. Campbell Elsie Naomi Carmichael Donald Lee Carmichael James and Bonnie Carmichael
Florence P. Carroll Raymond R. and Patricia Barker, Sr. Richard F. Case Dennis and Sylvia Ulion J. Larry Cocklin Nancy J. Cocklin Mary Ellen Coles Michael C. Petak Anna Rose Coll Milton E. Coll Adrienne E. Conway John F. Conway Adrienne M. Staudenmayer Kenneth H. Cook Mary K. Cook Clyde D. and Frances B. Cooper, Sr. Frances Cooper Schmuck Wlliam D. and Cornelia E. Cooper Windell Cooper Porter John H. and Mary L. Cooper John and Kathleen Cooper David and Clara Coyle, Sr. David and Helen Coyle Carol Ann Crawford James Crawford Family Tracy A. Stephens George E. and Lorraine H. Creese William and Marlene Moisey James and Isabella Cromie Barbara E. Shields James Cromie Barbara E. Shields Robert L. Culp John and Charlotte Culp Novak Kenneth Curtiss M. Lillian Curtiss George Lauderback, Jr. Miriam B. Custer Ted and Meg Lichtenwalner Allen B. Cutright Kinuko Cutright Charles E. Daniel Helen G. Daniel Carl Daube David and Sandra Lee Daube Nancy Jane Deeds D. Jane Kurtz Bud Deibert Hilda Deibert Earl A. Deibert Betty L. Deibert David DeLong Eugene and Dawn DeLong Walter and Nancy DePrefontaine Walter and Leslie DePrefontaine
Marian E. Derk Chester A. and Barbara Derk, Jr. Chester A. Derk, Sr. C. James Devlin Stephen and Gretchen Donaldson Frances Di Massa Mary Grace Di Massa Jane B. Diem Paula Sigle Mary Kathryn Dietrich Morris and Ann Farnum William L. Diffenderfer Jean A. Diffenderfer James E. Dillon Lois V. McDevitt Gerald E. Ditty Nancy H. Ditty O. Luther Dixon Fonda Dixon Jean E. Dixon Kathryn Dixon Robert L. Douty Barbara B. Douty Henry Dowling James and Edith Moore Betty T. Dudley Robert T. Dudley Judson and Babette Fiebiger Marie E. Dudley Robert T. Dudley Judson and Babette Fiebiger James L. Eakin Jacqueline Eakin Carl and Mary Eastridge Harry and Peggy Wheeler Harry and Carrie Eberhart Alice F. Mason LeRoy D. and Nancy L. Eberly Jeffrey Eberly Edna Edsall Mark J. Edsall Elizabeth F. Egge Robert P. Egge Dorothy A. Ehleiter William C. Ehleiter, Jr. Anna K. Eichelberger Walter and Carol Pfeiffer Earl F. Emerich F. Joyce Emerich Barbara J. Emert Joan E. Short Richard Enck Esther A. Enck James T. English Margery B. H. English William C. English Stephen M. English Mary Ensminger Helen H. Williamson Donald and June Ernst Kenneth and Virginia Whitsel Spencer Esbenshade Marian L. Chambers
Ted Ewing Roberta E. Ewing Nicole Marie Falbo Mary E. Sardello Fallen Firefighters Larry and Carol Wolford Family and Friends Christian and Joan Reynolds Kenneth R. Faux Beatrice B. Faux Rhoda B. Feister Sandra L. Harbaugh Deborah J. Linton Dwight and Mary Fetterhoff Donna Robinson Albert and Irene Firth Charles and Joan Firth Robert F. and Mary Jane Fischer, Sr. Robert and Pamela Fischer Nancy Folske Glen David Fisher John and Barbara Kolchin Ruby Jane Fisher Joseph M. Fisher Jean Fister Nan E. Ksanznak Joseph A. Fletcher Marianne L. Lacey Alfred Flowers Patricia A. Flowers Ida Ford John and Ida Donis Ellie Forney Robert and Marilyn Forney LeRoy W. Fox Jean A. Diffenderfer Nancy Joyce Fox Oscar E. Fox Rebecca Wood Fox Oscar E. Fox Woodrow W. and Ruth A. Frank, Sr. Woodrow W. Frank, Jr. Charles E. and Ruth B. Frederick Perry and Nancy Bogert Barbara Smith Freeman June M. Smith David H. Frey Brent and Jolinda Frey Merle A. Frey Jane L. Ziegler Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Fritz Albert and Betty Hoehn Richard C. Funk Shirley F. Mason Rudolf and Mary Galli Nicholas A. Galli Laura Gamble Sandra L. Greene Barbara E. Garnes Charles A. Garnes
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Thomas Garrett Rosellen M. Garrett Pam Geary A. Preston and Brenda Van Deursen Austin C. Geiling, Jr. Janice S. Geiling Elizabeth (Betty) A. George Masonic Village Piece Makers Quilt Club Doris L. Gerlach James and Mary Gerlach Robert L. Gerlach Robert and Mildred Germann Patricia L. Bixler Nettie Germer Rebecca J. Ballenger Jack L. Gillmore Vicki L. Gillmore Mildred K. Ginther George and Patricia Ginther Robert D. Gleichert Roger M. Lewis Rosanne Glod Robert and Jane Wetzel Ruthann Golembeski Gerald and Kathryn Golembeski Hugh F. and May F. Goodhart Floyd and Carolyn Sowers Robert S. Goodwin Marguerite E. Ziegler Martin E. Gotsch Joseph and D. Jane Bruton Doris M. Gotsch Ronald L. Gottshall Kathy E. Gottshall James L. Graveline Karen J. Grant Elizabeth J. Greenawalt Richard and Sherry Greenawalt Kenneth Greenawalt Marian L. Greenawalt George W. Grickis Mae E. Grickis Harold and Jo Griffith Pamela G. Quin Paula J. Gross George and Beverly Gross Delmar R. Grove Harold and Jill Bucks Paul H. Grove Pauline H. Grove Robert J. Grow Regina R. Grow Richard C. Guise Judith L. Guise Maxine E. Gustafson Dwayne T. Mercer Pamela Halbleib Troy, Holly and Noah Halbleib continued on next page
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Ernestine W. Halikman Ralph and Elizabeth Davis Henry F. Hammell Elizabeth Hammell William L. Hammer Elaine W. Hammer James and Nancy Gray Hammer John P. Harman Betty M. Harman Joel and Diane Harrar James and Ann Harrar Mr. and Mrs. Malvin H. Haubenstein Richard and Catherine Dattola Mr. and Mrs. Earl J. Haverstick Robert G. Johnson, Jr. and Margaret A. Liu Julia M. Hays John R. Hays John Healey Timothy and Lisa Bright Nettie Heimbrook Phyllis Csaszar Dorothy Helm J. Daniel Helm Bobbie Henry Michael and Lynn Suchoza Wilbur R. Herr Doris A. Herr Herbert and Edna Hess Barbara E. Shields Paul W. Hess Paula K. Hess George W. Heysek Irene M. Heysek Edward C. Hill Sheldon and Patricia Kaplan Mamie A. Hill John T. Goddin Hoch and Jensen Families Joseph H. and Mae Hoch, Sr. Anna M. Hocker Julie Newcomer R. Lee and Mabel Hockersmith Harry and Peggy Wheeler Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Hoehn Albert and Betty Hoehn Paul and Mary Hoffines Robert and Linda Hoffines Ronald F. and Amelia E. Hoffman Eugene R. and Jane Smith, Jr. Cynthia D. Whitall Barry Hollinger Oscar E. Fox Ted Holt Betty A. Platt Virginia S. Holt Richard A. Holt Emma V. Horne Mary Anne Cooling
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Elnora Horst Kenneth A. and Rebecca Reigle, Jr. David A. Horvath Christine Carter Jeannette I. Houseknecht Ronald J. Houseknecht Homer Huey Mary Walkingshaw Huey Glenn E. and Joanne Hummer Robert and Vicki Dolan John L. Hummer Warren and Helen Heidelbaugh Frederick (Bud) B. Hummler Nanci Haigh Bicking Robert and Jean Hailstone Margaret T. Hummler Carol E. Hunter Jeffrey and Mary James Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hunter Jeffrey and Mary James Martha Hutchinson S. Joan Williams J. Walter Ingold, Sr. Oscar E. Fox Peggy Read Ingold Oscar E. Fox Carl W. and Elizabeth G. Jackle Donald and Barbara Jackle Florence E. Jacob Gail P. Richter-Nelson Gail R. Johnson Beverly J. Culp Mike and Cindy Hilghman John and Charlotte Culp Novak Nelson M. Williams Loretta Johnson Laura Whitman Ralph H. Johnson Linda Patrician Robert G. Johnson, Sr. Robert G. Johnson, Jr. and Margaret A. Liu William T. Johnson C. Russell and Mary Jo Remaley, Jr. Marvin H. Jones Geraldine G. Jones Robert T. and Marie M. Jones Charles and Nancy Weber I. Clyde Jordan Clyde and Eva Jordan Laura Mamula Karlo Milana Bizic Ella Mae Keagy Judith M. McNally Walter P. Keely Pauline H. Grove Walter P. and Ruby Jean Keely, Sr. Walter P. and Carole Keely, Jr.
Kathleen Kegris Dennis L. and Patricia Kegris, Sr. Galen M. Kemble Joan A. Kemble Bonnie Kenderdine Eleanor L. Wolf John I. Kesselring James and Paula Dougherty Patrick Kiernan Dale and Doris Nichols Ronald M. Kimberlin Mark and Susan Pinkasavage Gracie Fay Kinney Reuben E. Kinney Ronald R. Klemkosky Mary Anne Klemkosky Helen Knelly Denise S. Dougherty Erwin B. Knies Carole R. Knies Dick and Mary Knox Mary J. Knox Teresa F. Kornsey Carol A. Fanelli Dorothy (Dottie) L. Koser Robert L. Koser Max and Diana Murphy Helen Kourelakos Eva Lulias Donald S. Kramer Patsy A. Inners George R. Krentz Elizabeth Mosher John Kroepil Timothy J. Kroepil Millard L. Kroh Henry E. Kroh Leonard G. Kuch Leonard G. and Ruth Kuch, III Anne Kula John S. and Eileen M. Kula Arthur J. Kurtz D. Jane Kurtz Orvis S. Kustanbauter Helen C. Kustanbauter Rachel Kyler Gerald W. Kyler Louis F. La Noce Gloria F. La Noce Vince and Peggy Lachimia Barbara E. Shields Charles H. Lacquement Connie J. Lacquement Michael Lafferty Oscar E. Fox Stephen Lake Harold and Barbara Hull Wilber (Bill) Lambert Charlotte M. Betz Hugh S. Lamberton Harold V. and Carolyn Hartley, Jr. Nancy C. Lamberton
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Marjorie McCormick Langell Linda McCormick Arlene R. Laubach Mary L. Yeager Grace E. Laubach Mary E. Rawcliffe Mary L. Yeager Ronald M. Lawhead Julia L. Siipple Anna E. Lazur Stephen and Kathy Lazur Walter and Elsa Lee Richard and Sylvia Parks Leis and Wishman Families Charles and Norma Leis Mary Helen Leisey Alvin L. Leisey, Jr. Kathleen B. Lengyel Virginia L. Haupt Ruth Lenker Terry and Barbara Lenker John S. Levan John and Cleo Levan Elaine T. Lewis Roger M. Lewis G. Robert Lewis Sandra L. Reasoner Marianna Lewis John and Jean Lewis Grace Lichtenwalner Ted and Meg Lichtenwalner Gary Lichty Eugene and Dawn DeLong Catherine Liddick Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Liddick, Jr. Gail Ann Lindsay Donald T. Sowden Parker Lindsay Donald T. Sowden John W. Linn, Jr. John W. and Deborah Linn, III Julia E. Linn Robert (Bob) E. Lippert Jay A. Kriska Marian E. Lippert Helen J. Lise Bonnie J. Weber Antoinette Livengood Allen and Barbara Livengood Edward R. and Dorothy P. Lloyd Christine Petrucci Edna K. Loichinger Raymond J. Loichinger Dorothy B. Long Mary A. Powers Paul S. Long Janicemarie W. Long Margie G. Louros Thomas and Mary Pruitt Sandra Gale Lower Richard and Dorothy Lower Dewey and Betty Luby Barbara E. Shields
Richard and Doris Lukens James and Bonnie Thornton Stella Lulias Eva Lulias Irene Lutz Susan E. Wagner Esther M. Lux William G. Lux Norman C. MacMath Wayne and Maureen MacMath Anne F. Mamay Ralph R. Mamay Judith Manko Cynthia Bussell Geoffrey E. and Jeanne C. Mann Horace and Prudence Mann Betty J. Manning Charles and Nancy Weber Joseph C. Martin Richard and Francine Desmarais Mary Masters Carol Welconish Walter Masters Susanne Nesmith Edward and Betty Masterstefone Kim Masterstefone Margaret Lambert McAllister Charlotte M. Betz Clair E. McCall Eva B. McCall Kenneth and Sandra McCall Warren (Pat) B. McCarty Joyce M. McCarty Richard H. McCormick Linda McCormick W. Donald McCulley S. Andrew and Susan McCulley Albert J. McDevitt Albert J. McDevitt, Jr. Lois V. McDevitt Joseph and Martha McDonnell David and Helen Coyle R. Dale McDowell Lavonna T. McDowell Paul and Marg McGrath Austin E. McGrath, Jr. Donald B. McIntyre Rosalie W. McIntyre William and Leah McKelevy William McKelevy Harold R. McNutt John R. Hays George C. Meck Marlin L. Plymette Anna Kolchin Mellin John and Barbara Kolchin Philip and Adele Mendelsohn Larry and Judy Marcus Barbara A. Menear Donald E. Menear
John J. Mentzer Richard and Sherry Greenawalt Ruth Merritt Jack and Carole Welch Thomas S. Merwin Frances M. Comly Harry J. Messick Marguerite E. Ziegler Roland B. Messick Marguerite E. Ziegler Dorothy G. Meszaros Kenneth A. and Rebecca Reigle, Jr. Frank C. Miller Susan M. Graham L. Robert Miller Linda L. Miller Roy W. Miller Florence M. Miller Samuel L. Miller Susan E. Hulshizer Elaine M. Miller Lucinda M. Zimmerman Sherman N. Miller Rhoda S. Miller Rollin E. Minnich, Jr. Arabella C. Minnich William A. Monahan Virginia M. Hartlage Edward H. Monefeldt Anne E. Gaglianese William and Ada Morgan Kirt and Barbara Adams Loretta Morton Barbara A. Aldinger Monica Moyer Susan E. Hulshizer Elaine M. Miller Vincent Moyer Irene Moyer Clarence Mummert Arlene D. Mummert William E. Mummert Arlene D. Mummert Moses Collins Murphey Janice T. Murphey Dorothy Hanna Trude Murphy Claudette Murphy Harold R. Murphy Joseph and Barbara Murphy John Jacob Murphy Claudette Murphy Thomas L. Murphy Joseph and Barbara Murphy Robert M. Murray Joseph and Barbara Murphy Ethel M. Myers Joyce Myers-Brown J. Richard Myers Charles and Hilda Hughes Jay H. Neiffer Christopher Von Drach
James O. Nelson Lois Nelson Donna N. Thomas Nellie B. Nelson Kathryn B. Kelly Newton Family Robert and Shirley Nichter Nichter Family Robert and Shirley Nichter James C. Nickle Thomas and Terry Kamerzel Ginger Nock Bonnie N. Getkin John C. Nock Hedwig E. Noll Hargis L. Knoechel Jim Novinger Doris M. Novinger Paul Nye Karen L. Nye Bridget O’Brien Louis and Rose O’Brien Kurt H. Osberg Albert J. McDevitt, Jr. Anthony J. Palermo Marie G. Diem Kelly A. Pallone Mary L. Harrison Edward and Evelyn Parks Richard and Sylvia Parks Willard L. Pennabecker Judith A. Pennabecker Joan Pepper Bryan and Eileen Hill Victor E. Pessano M. Joan Pessano Vicki Lynn Pessano George W. Peters Ruth Ann Carmichael Frank G. Petrucci Mary E. Sardello Jim Phipps Jay A. Kriska Vic Platt Betty A. Platt Ann Fox Price Oscar E. Fox Robert L. Raetz Viola E. Raetz H. L. Wyatt Rainey Virginia B. Rainey Robert E. Reader Mary S. Reader Charles Reading Clara B. Reading Joanne C. Reber Richard M. Reber Joseph Redding Warren and Helen Heidelbaugh Kay Sherman Reed James and Virginia Miller
Robert H. Reidenbach Dennis and Kristine Reidenbach Raymond J. and Mary (Betty) M. Reimers Kenneth and Dianna Reimers Doris Reynolds Robert and Virginia Reynolds Herbert (Herb) W. Reynolds Lois R. Reynolds Mary Rue William and Doris Reynolds Robert and Virginia Reynolds Morgan and Marion Richards James M. and Helen Berry, Sr. Alfred J. Richart Joyce Richart William (Bill) R. Rineer T. William and Martha Waldrop Alice L. Ringer John and Jean Lewis Roland and Mary Ritchie Mae R. Simmons Labib S. Rizk Wafia K. Rizk Alda Roach Charles and Joan Firth Cynthia Keesey Robinson David and Juanita Keesey Betty Rohrback Robert and Sharon Rohrback Ethel Lambert Rosenbaum Charlotte M. Betz James E. Rowley Ruth A. Rowley Walter F. and Elisabeth P. Ruffer Carolyn L. Ruffer Charles and Elinore Ruhl Mary R. Berlage Charles L. Rush Patricia R. and Stephen M. Gombocz Carl A. Sandberg Joan R. Sandberg Georgia B. Sanders C. Vernon Sanders, Jr. Lillian B. Sanders C. Vernon Sanders, Jr. Ann Satchell Charles and Joan Firth Adeline B. Savickas Carolyn F. Daniels Billie J. Savickas John S. Savickas John M. Savickas John S. Savickas Margaret L. Scheipe Sasso Family Nicole A. Schiavoni Roberta E. Ewing John P. Schneider Ronald E. Schneider continued on next page
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James Schreiber Sam and Barbara Koban Kenneth Schulte Larry and Carol Wolford Lornah Schulte Larry and Carol Wolford William G. Scott Barry Scott Charles H. Seekamp Faye L. Loughridge Evelyn S. Seekamp James L. Segmiller Jane W. Segmiller Frank Shadler Curt Shadle Herb Shields Barbara E. Shields Lillian Shope Karen M. Bretherick Andrew and Celia Shuta James M. and Helen Berry, Sr. John Shymowsky Rosemary Shymowsky James E. Siipple Julia L. Siipple Alice U. Shaffer Simoneau Dennis and Patricia Shaffer Earl R. Sinniger Ruth A. Sinniger Barbara H. Sirianni Donald G. Sirianni, Sr. James C. Size Mary Ann Size Joseph J. Slemenda Esther C. Slemenda George D. and Delores M. Sload Phyllis Kepner Patricia F. Smeltzer William T. Smeltzer Alice Smith James and Mary Smith Betty N. Smith Karen L. Boehner Glen A. Smith Robert and Marilyn Forney Hugh W. Smith June M. Smith Lester V. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Douglas K. Smith Patricia M. Smith Richard J. Criqui, Jr. Richard E. Smith Alethia N. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Robert Smith Barbara E. Shields Ruth I. Smith Leonard and Lorraine Mikulski Loretta J. Smuck Melissa A. Frankhouser Jacob Snyder Geraldine R. Snyder
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Parents of the Sobotka Family Bernard and Judith Sobotka Bradley G. Sowden Donald T. Sowden Sally S. Sowden Jerry L. Eddy Donald T. Sowden D. Lester Sowers Floyd and Carolyn Sowers Robert Spangenberg Larry and Carol Wolford Cathy Spangenberg Schulte Larry and Carol Wolford Pauline Spangler Delbert and Fern Skinner Lawrence and Caroline Spencer Barbara E. Shields Harold C. Sperry Ruth K. Sperry Marian L. Spitler Nancy L. Henne Natalie P. Stalling David and Natalie Wells Bonnie Stanco John and Donna McDevitt Carolyne Stark Mariam Toepperwein Donald W. and Betty E. Steel Jeffrey and Susan Steel John C. Stevens Holly G. Handley Phyllis E. Stevens Erma V. Stichter Elizabeth S. Barker Deborah Brisset H. Virginia Stiles Barbara A. Aldinger Vivian E. Stoll Tracey A. Killen Claude and Dorothy Street Lynn and D. Jean Barton Robert L. and Irene M. Stuebner Constance S. Firing Margie Sullivan Joseph and Susanne Sullivan Beulah Summers Elvin and Jestena Yeagley John N. and Betty H. Swan John and Vivian Swan C. Marie Swift Sandra M. Bingaman Kenneth and Janice Swift Robert L. Swift Deborah Kula Swope John and Eileen Kula Samuel M. Taggart Ruth E. Turpin Samuel Tait Gale M. Koerner Doris Tavaglione Harry and Doris Longenecker J. Ralph Texter Evelyn S. Seekamp
Harry C. Thomas Carolyn A. Thomas Ruth E. Turpin Sue Assunta Thomas (Giorgi) Joe Thomas and Family Will Thomas Dale and Doris Nichols Anton and Louise Tomcal Irene M. Heysek Judith C. Toner William and Nancy Toner Henry A. Trautmann George and Patricia Ginther Herman (Ben) Turpin Jeanette M. Turpin Ruth E. Turpin Charles Twesten Judith Rehm Gertrude M. Tyler John and Linda Rutt Lloyd Tyson, Jr. Jacquelin G. Tyson Dorothy E. Urban David L. and Alison Marks, Jr. Sam Vasilakis Thomas and Mary Pruitt Mary Vish Maureen Valenzi Doris E. Wagner William and Nancy Kaper Edwin B. Wagner Phyllis A. Wagner Joan Wagner Robert and Claudia Barbush David Walkingshaw Mary Walkingshaw Huey William R. Wallis Joyce M. Wallis James G. Walters Deborah J. Mattson Elvin M. Warner, Jr. Leatrice A. Warner Elvin M. Warner, Sr. Leatrice A. Warner Edwin B. and Helen Webster, Sr. Walter P. and Carole Keely, Jr. Fred H. Wege, Jr. Miriam P. Wege Mr. and Mrs. Carroll R. Wentz, Sr. Richard and Catherine Dattola Todd A. Wert Arthur and Dorothy Wert Alan C. Wetzel Robert and Jane Wetzel Brenda M. Wheeler Harry and Peggy Wheeler Clair Wheeler Harry and Peggy Wheeler Dorothy Wheeler Kressler Harry and Peggy Wheeler
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Kenneth M. and Beatrice A. Whitmer Marc and Ann Falcinelli Arthur and Mary Virginia Whitsel Kenneth and Virginia Whitsel Margaret (Marge) Widger Robin E. Canell Andrea Fehrle Molly Fehrle Jane A. Jones Charles W. Wiener Doris A. Wiener Henry Martin Wildasin Ann A. Wildasin Warren W. Willard Michael and Faith Willard William N. Willard Ann Marie Ulrich Chester and Clare Williams S. Joan Williams Daniel C. and Charlotte M. Williams Nelson M. Williams Doree K. Williams Donald and Carole Light Suzzanne Morrison Wimer Oscar E. Fox Charles Winnemore Janet M. Poth Roger H. and Flora Jane Wirt Jim and Linda Riley Jack Wisnoff Beth Hackett Richard W. Wolf, Sr. Eleanor L. Wolf Paul J. Yargats John and Margaret Yargats Luther W. and Mary E. Yerger Mary Jo Daly Your Loved Ones Robert M. and Ruth Emberger, Sr. Your Loved Ones Beverly Lowery Your Parents Carroll R. and Catherine Wentz, Jr. Helen T. Zerfoss Carol Z. Knight Robert H. Zima Douglas and Concetta Zima Elizabeth (Betsy) A. Zimmerman George E. Zimmerman, Jr. Chester A. Zitter Marguerite E. Ziegler
Listed are honorarium gifts made in honor of individuals (names shown in red). 1st Floor Personal Care Nursing Staff Ted and Meg Lichtenwalner Margaret M. Adams Ronald and Ardeelou Adams John P. Ambrozates Valerie Ambrozates Ronald G. Bair John and Kristin Bair William C. Bard Cynthia Hollinger Madelyn H. Bardes Robert H. Bardes Lynda D. Bashore Cynthia Hollinger Kenneth F. Beane, Sr. Kenneth F. and Cynthia Beane, Jr. Miriam Bennett Barbara L. Racki Charlotte (Shirley) M. Betz Marilyn Steigerwald Warren J. Blatt Allen and Nancy Wenrich Elaine K. Bleiler Ted and Meg Lichtenwalner Anna Borek Allen and Barbara Livengood Josephine A. Prince Beth A. Bossert Lee and Sandra Bossert Evelyn L. Briel Thomas C. and Claudia Stephens, Jr. Helen M. Brookhart Donald and Patricia March Doris Byrne James Byrne Robert R. and Rosemarie Carthew Caryl M. Carthew Margaret D. Case Dennis and Sylvia Ulion Ralph and Pat Clare Donald B. Morgan
James and Cheryl Deibert Betty L. Deibert Anna K. Deik Robert H. and Mary Anne Deik, Jr. Chester A. Derk, Sr. Chester A. and Barbara Derk, Jr. Marian Esbenshade Marian L. Chambers Friends of Bert The Wonderdog Ellis C. L. Adams Jane D. Geib Donald and Doris Brandt Robert L. Gerlach James and Mary Gerlach Marjorie Gleichert Barbara, Peggy and Jan Joe and Trudy Goff James and Jane Goff C. James and Diane Gordon Betty L. Deibert Jean Graveline Karen J. Grant Michael G. Greenawalt Kay E. Duffy Ruth Griffie Harry and Peggy Wheeler Agnes Haggarty Bryan and Eileen Hill Jill Hamme Donna J. Rentzel Joan Hartman Patricia J. Weatherly Laverne and Bonnie Hauck Margaret Ann Hummel James H. Heidler Jane Strock M. Dale and Elizabeth H. Hench Tana L. Parrett Herb Reynolds Family Lois R. Reynolds
Doris A. Herr Kenneth F. and Cynthia Beane, Jr. Teresa Herr Douglas and Concetta Zima Julia Anne Hollinger Cynthia Hollinger Housekeeping Staff Village Green Area Judith M. McNally Martha J. Johnson Linda Patrician Ruth H. Johnson Robert G. Johnson, Jr. and Margaret A. Liu Janice R. Johnson Stella J. Johnson C. Russell and Mary Jo Remaley, Jr. Ruth S. Johnston Jeffrey and Dorothy Peters Bertha Kennedy Robert and Linda Hoffines Mary Anne Klemkosky Gregory and Roseta Klemkosky Jeanette S. Kling William E. and June Vollmer, Jr. Joan W. Kuch Leonard G. and Ruth Kuch, III Beatrice Lake Harold and Barbara Hull Charles J. and Norma Leis Donald C. Leis Jere C. and Marilyn G. Lesher Thomas and Kim Werner Roger M. Lewis Barbara, Peggy and Jan Meg Lichtenwalner Jean S. Johnson Julia E. Linn John W. and Deborah Linn, III Phyllis (Maggie) Magargee Nancy J. Cocklin Ralph R. Mamay Mari Hertzberg
William D. Manning Charles and Nancy Weber Ned and Phyllis Masenheimer Walter and Cynthia Shultz Masonic Village Hospice Team Ted and Meg Lichtenwalner Lois M. McCulley S. Andrew and Susan McCulley Elaine M. Miller Susan E. Hulshizer Lucinda M. Zimmerman Phyllis A. Miller Howard W. Miller Lillian Milliron Eric and Lois Milliron Arabella C. Minnich Arabella C. Minnich and Family Mary A. Murphy Joseph and Barbara Murphy Mona S. Murray Joseph and Barbara Murphy Kathi Nasatka Cynthia Hollinger William and Carol Northey Gary A. and Kristen Dunn, Sr. Nurses and Staff on 2nd Floor Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill Herbert and Rita Schwagerl Nurses, Social Workers and Staff on Lafayette West Claudette Murphy Our Amazing Volunteers Cynthia Hollinger Virginia Parker Joan P. Frizzell Pauley Family Jon E. Pauley Anita L. Pence George J. Pence, Jr. Rose Poley Robert P. and Rose Poley, Sr. Virginia H. Reed James and Virginia Miller
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Timothy R. Reichard Joseph and Elizabeth Manzinger Mildred O. Reilly Virginia Cosgriff Robert and Patricia Edge Residents and Staff - Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill Adrienne M. Staudenmayer Jean E. R. Ressel Dolores R. Landis Chris and Joan Reynolds Robert and Virginia Reynolds Lois R. Reynolds Robert and Virginia Reynolds Horace Richter Gail P. Richter-Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Rickert Clarence A. and Nancy Rickert Bupp, III Robert (Bob) D. Rineer T. William and Martha Waldrop Frances Rowley Ted and Meg Lichtenwalner John B. and Virginia R. Satterthwaite Edwin and Mary Stasiak Adeline B. Savickas John S. Savickas
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Esther L. Scheuermann Marion E. Cuttle Bill and Nancy Schreffler Debra Foote Janet Schreiber Sam and Barbara Koban Grace S. Scott Barry Scott Lynne M. Seachrist Dean and Brenda Miller Bert, Dolores and Linda Shafer JoAnn M. Sutter Howard Shaw Jean E. Dixon Sheila Singer Susan Weitzel-Joines Catherine H. Spangenberg Larry and Carol Wolford Phyllis E. Speicher Barbara S. Thompson Peggy Spickler Tina Howantstine Clinton Spiegel Jerry L. Eddy Staff on Lafayette West Paula K. Hess Staff on Roosevelt 2 West Bonnie L. Carmack Staff on Washington 4 Craig W. Dayton
Cindy Stefl Sylvester and Deborah Beozzo Kathlean Stern Thomas and Margaret Gonano Robert F. and Shirley L. Straub James and Patricia Straub Kenneth L. and Jean L. Strohm, Sr. Kenneth L. and Linda Strohm, Jr. Thomas and Katherine Strohm Nancy Summy Carol M. Ruth Robert L. Swift Kenneth and Janice Swift Kenneth Shope Karen M. Bretherick Schwartz Family Alice Marie Schwartz David L. and Jeannette L. Thomas David L. Thomas, Jr. William A. and Margaret W. Thorpe Daniel and Caryl Waters USS Spangenberg DE 223 Larry and Carol Wolford
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Tammy Via Teddy and Ethel Cunningham Joyce Wadsworth Milton E. Coll Leann Weaver Dean and Brenda Miller Marie A. Willard Michael and Faith Willard Nelson M. Williams Beverly J. Culp Florence E. Willis Carl and Carol Willis Mildred (Millie) Winnemore Janet M. Poth Larry and Carol Wolford Ruth Y. Fishel Your Grandchildren - Lindsey, Conner, Sofia and Noah Susan E. Hulshizer Your Grandchildren - Jim and Katy Rowley Ruth A. Rowley Your Loved Ones Robert C. Marion John E. Ziegler Janet Learn
Memorial Gifts November 1, 2014 - January 31, 2015
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 or 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, contact the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454; 717-367-1121, ext. 33003; or by emailing giving@masonicvillages.org. Thank you. James K. Adams Roy and Joann Graden Dorothy Aiken James W. Baker Evelyn Amwake Michael and Joan Lancellot Mary Angelucci Timothy E. Garman, Jr. Richard L. Angle Evelyn W. Angle Alfred Asheuer Alfred M. Asheuer Lester R. and Dorothy Worthington, Jr. Pheobe J. Babel Allen Babel Harriet Z. Bachman Allen S. Zimmerman Beverly A. Baker George E. Baker, Jr. Richard Baker Edwin L. and Carline Kimble, Jr. William D. Baker, Sr. Jane A. Baker Mr. and Mrs. Walter Barlet Richard H. Brumbach Marjorie Barnhart Myra J. Rupp Russell and Ruth Bilheimer Douglas M. Bilheimer John H. Binder Robert and Diann Morris Carl Grady Blackwell James and Caroline Stuncard Charles B. Blair Lake Lodge No. 434 Richard Allen Blass Mitchell L. Mensh
Jules Bobik Paul M. Belosh Bill and Isabelle Boone Roger and Sandra Banko Frank and Ruth Brandon Brian and Karen Teaman Gilbert Brandon Brian and Karen Teaman Helen M. Brookhart Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Burd Richard and Jo Ann Keller The Brownies (Brown Building Residents) Leatrice A. Warner Mr. and Mrs. Henry Brumbach Richard H. Brumbach Jean Brumbach Richard H. Brumbach Wilbur Curtis Bryant Leon and Bertha Murphy Charles W. Bumbaugh April Daley Fred E. Bumbaugh Acacia Lodge No. 586 Mary McGarity Lee Waynesboro Fish & Game Protective Association Richard J. Burgan, Jr. Juniata Lodge No. 282 Dorothy Faust Burket Howard and Joan Faust Jane Cardwell Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Marian E. Carter Homer and Janis Hetrick James F. Penny, Jr. W & L Sales Co., Inc.
John J. Chokey Helen E. Chokey Jacqueline L. Clifford Michele D. Slater Union Real Estate Company Alva Grant Cochran Thomas and Carol Cochran Vance J. Cole Samuel and Frances Cole Myer and Anna Collier Morton A. Collier Emil D. Conti, Sr. Emil D. Conti, Jr. Joseph Cook Edith M. Cook Paul Crawford Robert and April Plaikner Margaret Cromie Barbara Scheurer and Family Deane and Sharon Wolfe Donald G. and Irma M. Davidson William and Nancy Davidson Jacob DeHoff William H. Walter Jacob R. DeHoff William H. Walter George A. Delaney Fred L. Delaney Tony J. DeLost Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Marian Derk Chester A. and Barbara Derk, Jr. Mary Kathryn Dietrich Thomas and Nancy Crawford
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Debra L. Douds Tracy and Sandra Miller, III William Slater II Master Mason’s Club Harry and Carrie Eberhart Alice F. Mason Doris S. Elanjian Paul Elanjian George A. Emrick Edna E. Emrick James T. English Margery B. H. English E. Ralph Erickson Mary D. Erickson Jack R. Eshenour Catherine E. Eshenour John Evancho Paul D. Lesser H. Howard Fausnacht Richard and Donna Brandt Katherine H. Fell Doug and Denise Fell David and Mary Fife David and Dolores Fife J. William (Bill) Fisher Fern I. Fisher Barbara L. Frantz Robert A. Frantz William W. Frost Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Russell and Mary Ellen Gehris Marilyn E. Sheldon Elizabeth (Betty) A. George Masonic Village Travel Club Robin E. Spence Earl C. and Amy Gernert Stanley and Phyllis Hughes
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Jack L. Gillmore Vicki L. Gillmore Jim Glaser Robert and Susan Hollein William and Elizabeth Goettle William and Marjorie Goettle Anna (Nancy) B. Gottschalk Stuart and Barbara Brown Herman H. Green Pocono Lodge No. 780 Harold and Naomi Green William H. and Judith Green, Jr. Gordon B. Greenlee Barrett and Sara Greenlee Elma Ruth Groff Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. George E. Grubb Clifford and Susan Lynd George C. Haas James M. Costigan Pauline G. Haldeman David and Laura Longenecker Ralph and Dorothy Hamm Dennis Hamm John J. Harkins, III Palestine-Roxborough Lodge No. 135 Leroy Harpster Jeffrey and Lou-Ann Fenstermacher Frank T. Harrison, III Nancy Smith-Harrison Harry V. Hart, Jr. Elfrieda M. Hart Barry L. Hassinger Joan L. Hassinger J. Frederick Heath Janet F. Heath Gladys R. Heisey Lloyd and Laura Heisey, Jr. Kathy (Kate) L. Herr G. E. Anderson James and Darlene Byler Samuel and Deborah Linton Kenneth and Deborah Mellinger Darwin Mowery John and Faye Oberholser
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Jerry and Janet Savoca TIER, Inc. E. Ann Warner Wilbur R. Herr Doris A. Herr Martin and Ruth Hersh Charles S. Hersh Idabell C. Hill Harry S. and Mary Ann Bower, Jr. Franklin A. and Joanne Furl, Jr. Elmer and Rose Hill Fred and Theresa Jacobs Raymond and Ann Miller Sandra M. Myers Virgie L. Hoffer Glenn and Ruth Hoffer Howard Hoffman Forrest and Dorothy Shadle Bertha Hollinger J. Larry and JoAnne Hollinger J. Richard Hollinger David and Jane Hollinger Allan Honigman Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Charles G. Hoover, Jr. Geraldine G. Hoover Delmer L. Hoover Dallas E. Hoover Nancy Horton Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. Downey D. Hoster Norma M. Hoster Charles Curtis Hughes Helen B. Myers Helen M. Jaymes Carl F. Jaymes Gerald E. Johns Irmgard Johns Bertha A. Jones Wilbert C. Jones Homer Jones Thomas and Maryanne Ilch Harvey and Charlotte Miller Maldwyn Jones Kenneth T. Reese James Kane Dorothy B. Kane Maureen Kane Dorothy B. Kane
Edward A. Katz Pocono Lodge No. 780 Walter E. Kelly, Jr. Harry A. Houseman Lodge No. 717 Bertha Kennedy Robert and Linda Hoffines Alice I. Kestler Paul J. and Catherine Kelly, III Edna M. Klein Edward D. Klein, Jr. Albert Kling, Jr. Albert and Glee Kling John R. Kohl Ellen T. Slack Arthur A. Kopp Christian H. Kopp Dora M. Kosola Patricia S. Book May Colling Family Linda Penn James A. and Carol Pitassi, Jr. Morton Kovalsky Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Craig A. Kratzer Gary G. Kratzer Wilbur Kreamer Kent W. Kreamer Millard L. Kroh James and Cynthia Whitall Terry L. Kuntz ASF-Keystone, Inc. Rochelle Balentine Dan Baker Terri Beckwith Stuart and Barbara Brown Joann Cooper Engel Machinery, Inc. George and Nancy Fox Kathy Girling Ronald and Rebecca Gohn David and Maryalice Green Cathy Innacola Jinny Jackson Karl and Patricia Jacoby Carol Jennings Ed Kahler Thomas and Sandra Keasey Gary and Jolenne Knott Christine E. Kohr Mel Lancione Jean E. Kuntz
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Mark L. Kuntz Mike Martin Ken McFeaters Robert and Miriam Nagle Dave Neff Suong Nugent John and Betty Petrick Joyce P. Schrum Nancy Stine Janet M. Thomas Leatrice A. Warner Ann A. Wildasin J. Thomas and Jana Zech Orvis Kustanbauter Sara K. Hoy George F. Lance Lester and Mary Moll Viola Lance Lester and Mary Moll Mary E. Laney Earl W. Laney John W. LaRue Martha J. LaRue John B. Law Dolores J. Law Anna E. Lazur Stephen and Kathy Lazur George F. Lebegern Helen E. Chokey Richard and Pauline Lehr M. Gerald and Carmen Richards, Jr. Gilbert Lewis Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 James E. Lewis Pocono Lodge No. 780 Ellen Barnes Linvill George and Marion Linvill Robert (Bob) E. Lippert Adele Mertens Nutra-Blend, LLC Michael and Terry Osborne James A. Little, Jr. Edward J. Little James A. Little, Sr. Edward J. Little E. Russell Long R. Richard and Nancy Wright, Jr. Sandra Gale Lower Ken and Elaine Bleiler Anthony and Jean Loy Clintin and Karen Probst
James W. Maiden Ken and Elaine Bleiler Bruce and Ethel Joan Howarth Masonic Village Travel Club Anna M. Manderbach Aaron and Judith Manderbach Catherine Kitty Mark Clifford K. Mark Lawrence A. Marks Geraldine W. Marks Alfred E. Mash Alfred M. Asheuer Lester R. and Dorothy Worthington, Jr. Henry H. and Ruth Ellen McCague Robert and Nancy McCague Frank P. McCluskey Francis and Monica McCluskey, III Joseph S. McCoach Verizon Foundation Byron (Bud) O. McCollum Craig and Barbara McCollum Hanna M. McCollum Gerald D. McMaster Vida L. McMaster Paul E. Meyers Donald C. Meyers Joel T. Miller Jane A. Miller Karl H. and Evelyn L. Miller Terry L. Miller Harry A. Minehart George and Nancy Boneillo Robert and Marilyn Forney Clyde A. Moore William and Marion Moore Walter L. Moore Walter L. Moore, Jr. Lloyd I. Morris Robert and Diann Morris William H. Muehlethaler McKinley-Stuckrath Lodge No. 318 Archie H. Muir David G. and Joanne Roberts, Jr. Betty Jane Mulhollen Barbara J. Kensinger John D. Mohler LaRue Smith
Robert M. Mullis James B. Thompson, Jr. Al Munz Bill and Lois Munz Frank Munz Bill and Lois Munz Leon C. Myers Jay and Bonita Myers Anne Nichols Jerry L. Ford James C. Nickle Thomas and Terry Kamerzel Elizabeth P. Onyx Raymond and Pamela Onyx Beth Ann O’Toole Marjorie A. Pacitti Richard J. Pacitti, Sr. Harry (Chuck) Paisley Janet Burland Jim and Barbara Kehl Austin E. McGrath, Jr. Roy H. Parker Ronald and Susan Parker Harold Pennick William and Jean Hill David Mills Phillips Daniel and Mary Ann Phillips Jim Phipps Demas L. McVay, Jr. Rudolph L. Piatek Eileen K. Piatek Alvin H. Plumer Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 John W. Prosser William and Louise Prosser Kevin G. Rake Pocono Lodge No. 780 Richard B. Ream Marian J. Ream Jack A. Reigle Ruth L. Reigle John P. Reinhardt Southampton Square Club Corinne C. Richards M. Gerald and Carmen Richards, Jr. Israel and Malka Richter Lodge No. 126 Clarence B. Richwine David and Carol Richwine David P. Rihl Richard and Michelle Muth
Rob Robertson Frances Burg Carl C. Roddy Robert C. Atkinson Stanley H. Roth Marlene Roth Jonathan D. and Lynn A. Rutkowski Daniel A. Rutkowski Edward and Ruth B. Rutter Anthony and Linda Ambrose Lillian B. Sanders C. Vernon Sanders, Jr. Robert E. Saul John and Betty Bennett Paul and Delores Schenker Walter J. Thalgott Helen M. Schleeter Lynwood D. Schleeter Ruth Schleeter Lynwood D. Schleeter Hugh R. Scott John F. Scott Edwin J. Selby Judith Montgomery Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Palombit John and Maryann Scott John G. Shaffer John Robert Shaffer Lillian H. Shera William and Jean Hill Nancy Shields Shields and Bergbauer Families Larry Smith Thomas G. Abbott Myrtle B. Smith Ruth G. Dudt Robert and Margaret Graul William J. and Barbara Kelly, III Jeffri and Nancy Theys Harry D. Snell, Sr. Douglas W. and Christine Snell, Sr. Joseph H. Snyder Brady and Melina Romberger Norine J. Snyder Charles J. Snyder, Jr. Charles Leslie Sprague Barry and Faye Stocker William C. Steiner Anna L. Steiner
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Charles (Ed) Stepp McKinley-Stuckrath Lodge No. 318 John and Barbara Milcoff Helen Josie Stone Stuart and Barbara Brown Masonic Village Travel Club Mill Road Faculty and Staff JoAnn M. Overstreet Audrey S. Stroup Edward F. Striffler Doric Lodge No. 630 Harry Homer Stuart, Jr. Scott A. Stuart Loretta Swanson Edwin L. and Carline Kimble, Jr. Catherine M. Taggart Margaret T. Beers Catherine (Kitty) M. Taylor Stuart and Barbara Brown Harry and Nellie Jester Audrey S. Stroup Bob and Marilyn Taylor and Family Dale R. Taylor Douglas J. Taylor John Taylor Douglas J. Taylor Edward J. Teaman Brian and Karen Teaman Zolenig Terzian Karen M. Jehanian Bearg Jehanian Royall L. Tyler Stuart and Barbara Brown Dorothy E. Urban Suzanne E. Anderson Donald A. Vaughn, Sr. Joe and Connie McDermond Robert J. Walker Thomas L. Roe George D. Walter William H. Walter Elsie Waters Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Harry Verner Watson Barry V. Watson Ronald K. Waugh Donna D. Waugh Ada L. Wentz William R. Wentz continued on next page
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Millard E. Wertz Elizabeth Wertz Victor A. Westover Lynn Wade Westover Perry H. Wetzel Eureka Lodge No. 290 Margaret (Marge) Widger Louis and Mary Luberda Florence E. Willis Humberto and Carol Gonzalez James and Elizabeth Hammer Mary Hendrickson
Mr. and Mrs. William Leo Elizabeth (Betty) Wolff The Camping Group Adele, Daniel and Dolores Mershon Donald, Ruth, Jan, Will, Raymond R. Wright Bob, Davina,Gordon, R. Richard and Nancy Joyce, Donna and Barry Wright, Jr. David J. Winters Janice D. Wyberg Palestine-Roxborough Charles J. Wyberg Lodge No. 135 Lois B. Young Florence J. Wiser Stuart and Barbara Brown Richard Wiser William Zakovich, Sr. Hobert C. Wolfe, Jr. Doric Lodge No. 630 Janet L. Wolfe Helen T. Zerfoss James and Karen Penman
Elizabeth (Betsy) A. Zimmerman George E. Zimmerman, Jr. Lawrence B. Zimmerman Guy and Lynette Zimmerman Dawn ZimmermanMorpurgo Thomas F. Zimmerman
Honorarium Gifts November 1, 2014 - January 31, 2015
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 or 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 800-599-6454; 717-367-1121, ext. 33003; or by emailing giving@masonicvillages.org. Thank you. The following honorarium Friends of Bert The Tracy H. Miller Masonic Health Care Center was listed incorrectly in the Wonderdog MVS Good Neighbors Lafayette East Staff Winter 2015 issue of the Ellis C. L. Adams Barry L. Minick W. Scott and Lynette Muller Village Voice. We apologize Eddie Gresch Ralph E. Ebersole Masonic Health Care Center for this error. Terry A. Smith Barrett Oliver Staff
Henrietta M. Macbeth Donald F. Macbeth, Sr.
J. Morrow Bolinger Robert and Reba Bolinger Delores J. Brosi Alice Ann Archer Stuart and Barbara Brown Audrey S. Stroup Alma F. Casaro Verizon Foundation Chester A. Derk, Sr. Chester A. and Barbara Derk, Jr. Terry and Susan DiGruttolo Audrey S. Stroup Bob and and Ruth Emberger James S. Seibert Bernard Featherman Gilroy and Lillian Roberts Charitable Foundation
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Stevie Gresch Terry A. Smith Warren R. Heidelbaugh Laurence A. Kilpatrick Pearl Hemphill Neal and Trish Wirtenson- Hemphill Daniel Hoover Dallas E. Hoover Walter Kendall Leon and Bertha Murphy Laverne Keller Lanich Janet Burland James A. Little, III Edward J. Little Marie Massa Michael and Rebecca Maxwell James A. McMahon Charles and Gail Parker Susan E. Miller Dean and Brenda Miller
Janet Burland Carl and Sally Olnick Timothy and Irene Olnick Physical Therapy Department Norwood Robert Hurdle Gary Portnoy Nona E. Chern Ruth M. Rissmiller Edward and Ann Horting Elaine B. Rowley Linda A. Rowley William M. and Gilda B. Sayres Wendy Riggall Lynne M. Seachrist Dean and Brenda Miller Peggy Seibert Dean and Brenda Miller The Sims Family David and Veronica Sims The Soltis Family David and Veronica Sims
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Craig and Sylvia McBeth Masonic Village at Warminster Staff Curt, Darlene, Ian, Robert and Anita Proctor Roosevelt 2 Staff W. Scott and Lynette Muller Roosevelt 3 Staff The Brownies (Brown Building Residents) William T. Staman Eileen C. Brail Ernest A. Stanger Norman and Sarah Clark John T. Witman David L. Witman Laura L. Witmer Dean and Brenda Miller Your Parents Dennis and Marilyn Gold
Hospice Care Memorial Gifts November 1, 2014 - January 31, 2015
Below is a list of individuals (names are shown in red) whose loved ones have made a gift in their memory to Masonic Village Hospice Care which is offered at our Elizabethtown location. Mary Jane Bamberger Judy G. Scharf Myraline June (Wagner) Beears David and Delores Walmer Hannah Bradley David and Delores Walmer Dorothy F. Burket Barbara B. Likens William R. Butts, Jr. Randy and Patricia Simpson Georgine L. Wert Marian E. Carter Barry and Davida Bier Ernst and Nancy Billig Carlisle Events Team Michael Davis Gerald L. Hempt Judith A. Hempt Hempt Bros., Inc. Hershey Creamery Company Adele, Leslee, Reba and Lee Llewellyn, II Charles and Jean Lohin Peter Ogilvie Samuel J. Santeusanio Evan M. and Marian Semoff, Jr. Audrey B. Sussman Pat H. Vance Barry and Vivian Yoss Linda Yoss and John Saiz Diann Novak Condron Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc.
Sondra K. Conrad Russel S. Conrad, Jr. Marie C. Hynde Robert and Dorene Jostenski Ed and Stacey Schwartz Sandra Weiser Alan and Martha Williamson Jacqueline (Jackie) Curry Jessica Cocker John and Laura Enie Carl and Carol Willis John H. Enterline Michael and Kathleen Bono Michael and Pamela Doughton Catharine Krugh Harry and Doris Longenecker Bart and Ann Woomert Marlene H. Evans Corinne Sinisi Robert (Bob) Goffus George D. Miller Elizabeth K. Goodling Teamster Horsemen Motorcycle Association Inc., Chapter 53 Don and Ginny Wilt I. Diane Greenawalt Robert C. Bachman William and Barbara Wallace Ida Harnish Freda Torrens Galen E. Heckman Kenneth W. Bumbaugh and Family
William T. Johnson Lois Butts Robert and Patricia Hobday Terry L. Kuntz Richard A. and Dorothea Reeder, Sr. Dorothy (Dotty) C. Lenker Sam and Connie Armbruster Woodrow and Judith Buchanan H. Scott and Thelma Carr Michael and Kathy Criswell Larry and Ruth Defuge James and Alice Eckard James and Jacqueline Ford Donald and Rose Frebertshauser Ron, Mary and Joe Goodman Betty Hoover and Family James and Cynthia Hossman Daniel J. Jenkins Pauline C. Lenker Sally Lenker Terry and Barbara Lenker Jere and Marilyn (Susie) Lesher Rebecca D. Major Bonnie Mattiko Barry and Suzanne Sheaffer Robert B. and Eva McBeth Craig and Sylvia McBeth Harry A. Minehart Ned and Phyllis Masenheimer Jay H. Neiffer Janet R. Neiffer
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Frank A. Nickel, Jr. Roger and Bonnie Dorsey R. Blair McBeth, Jr. Virginia E. Schafer Margaret M. Pierce J. Alfred and Arlene Davis Bob and Arlene Kellett B. Dean and Jane Phillips, Sr. Glenn and Cindy Pierce and Family Bonnie L. Tucker Bonnie M. Shellenhamer Hospice Care Staff Lillian Josephine Snyder Marla Wagner Jones George L. Strawn Joan M. Apple Jerome and Josephine Boyer Freda M. Derr John H. and Cristin M. Gizdic Ray and Pat Horn Nancy J. Nadeau Herman and Florence Willis Carl and Carol Willis Erma Yaletsko Andrew Yaletsko Lois B. Young Lucille Newton
Hospice Care Honorarium Gift Hospice Care Staff Bob and Arlene Kellett
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Enchanted Evening
Masonic Villages One Masonic Drive Elizabethtown, PA 17022
At the annual Enchanted Evening in Sewickley, ladies spent An Evening in Paris. The Star Points Assembly Room was transformed into an elegant setting with French influences. After makeovers, thanks to the Primpers (retirement living residents), the women had individual photos taken and enjoyed dinner and entertainment. Men had a party of their own with pizza and beer. Thanks to all the staff, residents from across campus and volunteers, including members of Rainbow Girls, Brothers of the Trowel, Masonic lodges and Order of the Eastern Star chapters, who made both events extra special!
(L-R) Alice Weigel; Adelia Torrence; Ann Beck, recreation director; and Evelyn Bonney
(L-R) Virginia Daer; Joan Hartman; Richelle Divito, activities coordinator; Jeanne Thomas; and Beverly Seth
Volunteer Sharron Von Hofen and Loretta Fitzgerld
FARM MARKET
Join members and friends in celebrating Autumn Day at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. The event will feature entertainment, information, delicious food served from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., farm market stands, children’s games, lots of Masonic family organization booths and much more. Autumn Day provides the perfect opportunity to visit with family members, reunite with friends and tour parts of the 1,400-acre campus.
2015
Autumn Day
Save the Date Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.