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A National Treasure Brother Wayne C. Temple, 33°, MSA was awarded the Scottish Rite Medal of Honor prior to the Illinois Council of Deliberation in June 2021 by Deputy Greg Clark, Active Emeritus Benny Grisham, and Valley of Springfield Illinois Executive Secretary Craig Kennedy.
Brother Temple and his wife Sandy were very surprised and emotional at this unexpected honor from the Supreme Council. Brother Wayne is 97 years old and just retired three years ago from his State of Illinois Position as Chief Deputy Director for the State Archives. Brother Wayne continues with his life’s passion of writing about Springfield’s favorite son, Abraham Lincoln. The presentation was held at Brother Temple’s home while his wife Sandy sat next to him and watched. Everyone enjoyed visiting while Wayne talked about his life history, his Masonic journey, his love of research and writing, his friendships, travels, and time serving in World War II. Brother Temple has a long and rich Masonic history. He is a member of St. Paul’s Lodge No. 500, the Valley of Springfield Scottish Rite, Springfield York Rite, and Ansar Shrine. He served as Thrice Potent Master from 1979 to 1981, was awarded the MSA in 1977, and was honored with the 33° in 1978. He is also a member of the Red Cross of Constantine in York Rite and holds the Honorary DeMolay Legion of Honor.
Brother Wayne C. Temple, 33˚, MSA
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Dr. Temple, or “Doc” as he’s known around the globe, is the world’s leading researcher and writer on our 16th President Abraham Lincoln. Brother Temple has authored more than 20 books over the last sixty years about the President, his family, and friends. He has written hundreds of articles and was editor of The Lincoln
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