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About Ohio's 5th Masonic District

Covering Fulton, Williams, Defiance, and Henry Counties in Northwest Ohio, the Fabulous Fifth Masonic District exists for the benefit of the blue lodges in the district, their members, and guests. 

Hicksville Lodge wraps up the 5th District Inspection Season

The Fifth District's inspection season concluded with a fine Master Mason degree at Hicksville Lodge. A special thank you again to Brother Matthew Nugent, a member of Bryan Lodge, who was passed to the Fellowcraft Degree at Omega Lodge's inspection and raised to Master Mason at Hicksville Lodge's inspection. Worshipful Master Bleck gratefully thanked the many visiting Brothers who helped with the Fellowcraft team.  It was great to see that 20 perfect attendees were on hand for this inspection.  We hope to see many of our Brothers at the Award Banquet on Friday, May 16 in Liberty Center. 

Liberty Center Inspects in EA

Worshipful Master Steve Guyer and the Brothers of Liberty Center Lodge #518 exemplified an excellent Entered Apprentice degree Friday night at their Annual Inspection.  The Brothers of the Fabulous 5th travelled well with Fulton Lodge #248 taking the Traveling Trophy once again.  There is one more Inspection to close out the 2025 Inspection season.  Worshipful Master Ryan Bleck and the Brothers of Hicksville Lodge #478 invite all Master Masons to join them on April 11th when they will have their Inspection in the Master Mason degree. See you there! 

Sycamore Lodge Inspects in FC

If first-time Worshipful Master Kelley was nervous, he didn't show it.  He and Sycamore Lodge put on a fine Fellowcraft Degree.  The sidelines were again full, every 5th District lodge was represented as well as Brothers from the 11th District. Fulton Lodge took the Traveling Trophy with 11 Brothers in attendance.  Perfect Attendance stands at 26 Brothers.  Next up is Liberty Center # 518 presenting the Entered Apprentice Degree on Friday, March 21 at 7:00 pm. 

Napoleon Lodge Inspects in EA

Napoleon Lodge #256 created a festive setting Friday evening with their traditional jiggs dinner prior to their Annual Inspection.  The aroma of the corned beef and cabbage filled the temple adding to the feel of the impending St Patrick's Day holiday. WM Mark French had his Officers in fine form as they exemplified the Entered Apprentice degree. 100 year old World War II Veteran and 5th District Brother Jim Winnie was presented west of the altar by his Sons where RWB Martin Lawrence had the great privilege to give him Grand Honors.  Fulton Lodge #474 retained the traveling trophy as they continued to set the bar high for the traveling Brothers.

Sherwood Lodge Inspects in MM March 7

The snow did not keep Brothers from traveling to Defiance for Sherwood Lodge's inspection.  Including Sherwood Lodge Brothers, there were 59 Masons in attendance (second only to Wauseon Lodge's total of 60 Masons). Brother Lumbreezer received a very fine Master Mason Degree.  Fulton Lodge ran away with the Traveling Trophy, taking the lead, though not a commanding lead.  The next inspection will be for Napoleon Lodge and the EA Degree this friday at 7:00pm. 

Omega 564 Conducts FC Inspection for 2025

WB Gary Ries and the officers of Omega Lodge #564 were in fine form at their annual inspection last Friday night.  A special thanks to Bryan Lodge #215 for providing a courtesy candidate, Bro. Matthew Nugent, who was passed to the degree of Fellowcraft before his Brothers of the 5th District. Please keep in mind, there will be no inspection this coming Friday, 2/28/25, as it has been postponed until Friday, April 11th.  Please make plans to join us at Sherwood Lodge #620 on March 7th as they have their inspection in the Master Mason degree. 

Bryan Lodge Inspects in EA for 2025

The sidelines were again full for the Entered Apprentice Degree inspection for Bryan Lodge #215.  A grateful thank you to Brother Mathew Nugent, an actual EA member of Bryan Lodge for serving as a pro tem candidate.  Brother Nugent also served as the candidate for several lodge practices, he believes he is a four times EA. We were honored to welcome MWB Charlie Murphy to a Fifth District inspection.  Perfect attendance numbers are still strong - 32 for this inspection. Next up is Omega Lodge #564 for a Fellowcraft inspection Friday, February 21.  WM Ries promises pizza at 6:00 pm. 

Edon Lodge MM Inspection - January 31, 2025

A fine Master Mason degree was exemplified last Friday night as Edon Lodge #474 took their turn on the inspection trail.  Worshipful Master Wyatt Zulch had his officers in good form after having to postpone due to illness.  It's good to know everyone has recovered.  Come join us on Friday, February 7th when Bryan Lodge #215 will be dropping the gavel at 7:00pm in the Entered Apprentice degree. 

Wauseon Lodge No 349 Inspects in MM

Beginning with a delicious lasagna dinner, Wauseon Lodge set the tone for a very good night of Masonry.  Brother Colin Baney was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in fine form.  The Fellowcraft procession with lanterns and RWB Christian King's delivery of the funeral hymn surely added to the degree.  The sidelines were full, over sixty Brothers in attendance including visiting DDGM's from the 11th district. Next up is Edon Lodge portraying the Master Mason Degree, 7:00 pm Friday, January 31 at the Bryan Temple. 

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District Deputy Grand Masters
R.W.B. Martin Lawrence
Sycamore Lodge #520
 
R.W.B. James E. Parsons
Liberty Center Lodge #518
District Education Officers
W.B. Dennis Richardson
Wauseon Lodge #349
 
W.B. Craig Szczublewski
Fulton Lodge #248
District Advisor
R.W.B. Robert R. Rettig
Napoleon Lodge #256
 
District Education Chair
R.W.B. Robert "Joe" Stotler
Hicksville Lodge #478
 
President
W.B. Dennis Richardson
Wauseon Lodge #349
 
1st Vice President
W.B. Chris Meeker
Wauseon Lodge #349
2nd Vice President
Ryan Bleck
Hicksville Lodge #478
 
Secretary
W.B. Craig Szczublewski
707 Main St
Delta, OH 43515
Fulton Lodge #248
 
Treasurer
R.W.B. Douglas W. Eis
Napoleon Lodge #256
 
District Prospect Manager
R.W.B. Richard McKibben
Fulton Lodge #248
Webmaster
W.B. Craig Szczublewski
Fulton Lodge #248