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Fifth District Race Night

published by mastermason on Tue, 06/13/2017 - 06:45
 
The Fifth District is Goin' Racin' on Saturday July 22, 2017.
 
Where - Fremont Motor Speedway
 
Gates open at 4:00 pm, Qualifying at 6:00 pm, racing at 7:00pm.
 
Ticket prices - Adults $14, Seniors $12, Ages 11-16 $8, 10 & under free. Get your tickets at the gate.
 
The district officers are planning a night out at the races as a social event during the summer. You are encouraged to wear masonic apparel (shirts and caps) and to invite family and friends to join us for an evening of racing. Tyler Gunn, the son of WB Dave Gunn of Napoleon Lodge is a strong contender at the track and we hope a good contingent of brothers attend this race in support of him.
 

District Lecture Conference

published by mastermason on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 06:58
Brethren,
Our Second Lecture Conference will be on June 17th 2017, at Fulton Lodge.
 
We will begin with a Master Mason Degree at 10 am (breakfast at 9am), Come join in the Raising of a Fulton lodge Brother. Full sidelines make a lasting impression!
 
Then at noon we will begin our second lecture conference, building on our May 20th meeting. It was great to see the brethren taking the initiative to further their masonic knowledge by diving into the ART of lecturing! Even if you missed the first one, don't let that discourage you from attending! "Anytime" is a good time to start!
 
We all owe it to our new brothers to present good, meaningful lectures for all future generations! Check fabulous5th.com for calendar updates!
 
Hope to see you there!
Fratenally,
Doug Eis

PGM Richard M. Wilson

published by mastermason on Sat, 05/27/2017 - 10:37
Richard M. Wilson
Born June 3, 1932—Died May 25, 2017
 
Richard Moore Wilson was born June 3, 1932, in Jerusalem, Monroe County, Ohio, one of three children born to Charles and Alice Wilson. He graduated from Beallsville High School in 1950.
 
He served in the U. S. Air Force from 1952-56 beí ng stationed in New York State for two years and then in Japan for two years.
 
On July 9, 1960, he married Eleanor Elaine William-son. They are the proud parents of two children, Bradley (Jeri) Wilson, Cathy (Scott—Deceased) Christy. Bradley and Jeri are the parents of Nicole and Anessa, Cathy is the proud parent of Michaela , Faith, and Morgan.
 
Brother Wilson was a retired electrician having worked 37 years at Ormet Corporation, Hannibal, Ohio. He had served the United Methodist Church as a pastor for 43 years. He was ordained in June of 1973 as a Deacon by the late Bishop Francis E. Kearns. Brother Wilson was an active pastor at age 83.
 
He was a Monroe County Park District Board Member, also on the Board of Directors, Ohio Valley Community Credit Union, having served as Secretary, Vice-president and President. He served on the Board of The Monroe Metropolitan Housing Authority. He had also served on various others Boards in the area of Southeast-ern Ohio.
 
Brother Wilson was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in Sunsbury Lodge No. 362, Beallsville, Ohio, on October 23, 1956, and served as Worshipful Master in 1966. He has since served as Master on three other occasions and was Secretary of his lodge for 18 years. He is a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Cambridge; Grand Council Royal & Select Masons, Guernsey Council No. 74, Cambridge, Ohio; Royal Arch Masons, Cambridge Chapter No. 53, Cambridge, Ohio; Cambridge Commandery No. 47, Knights Templar.
 
He served the 18th Masonic District as District Deputy Grand Master in 1974, 1975, and 1976. In 1977 Most Worshipful Brother Jerry C. Rasor appointed him as Grand Chaplain for the Grand Lodge of Ohio. In 1978 Most Worshipful Brother Daniel F. Iceman appointed him to the office of Junior Grand Deacon. He was subsequently ap-pointed Senior Grand Deacon and Grand Marshal. Brother Wilson was elected Junior Grand Warden in 1981, Senior Grand Warden in 1982, Deputy Grand Master in 1983. On October 13, 1984, at Columbus, Ohio, he was elected and installed as Grand Master of The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Ohio.
 
Brother Wilson was a member of Beallsville Chapter No. 24, Order of the Eastern Star, where he served as Worthy Patron four times. In 1998 he served as the Worthy Grand Patron, Grand Chapter of Ohio along with Worthy Grand Matron, Eloise Wise.
 
M. W. Brother Wilson and his wife Eleanor reside in Jerusalem, Ohio (Monroe County).

Fifth District 300 Year Celebration

published by mastermason on Fri, 05/26/2017 - 07:01
Fifth District 300 Year Table Lodge Celebration 
 
300 Years of Modern Masonry
Saturday, June 24, 2017
Defiance Masonic Temple
Gavel drops at 8:30 AM
This is a Table Lodge, open to all Masons
Breakfast will be served, Dress is business casual
 
Keep checking back for details.
 

 

District Awards Night 2017

published by mastermason on Sat, 05/20/2017 - 00:11


The 5th District Awards night was held in Delta, OH at Memorial Hall. There were 63 in attendance, and everyone enjoyed the Hawaiian Themed evening and buffet. Many thanks to our DDGMs and most especially to their wives for putting this evening together.  Award recipient follow:

  • Hackett Award: Hicksville 478
  • Grand Masters Reception Award: Sycamore 520
  • Traveling Trophy: Bryan 215
  • Best Attended Inspection: Wauseon 349
  • Best Inspection: Fulton 248
  • Bee Hive: Jeffrey Odenkirk, Fulton 248
  • Education Award: Tom DeFrieze, Sycamore 520
  • George O. Braatz Award: Sycamore 520
  • Perfect Attendance: Doug Parker, Doug Eis, John Carlston, Ken Crouch, Ken Snyder, Chris Rohrbaugh, Steve Brunn, Dan Hall, Bill Pacak, Dick Bocik, Gery Ries, Gaylord Proxmire, Jim Manning, Larry Lyne, Bruce McKibben, Jay Jimison, Richard Snyder, Richard Evans Jr., Paul Kelly, Marty Lawrence, and Bob Rettig
  • Best First Time Lecturer: Jeffrey Odenkirk, Fulton 248
  • Master of the Year: Luis Rivera, Omega 564
  • Hiram Abif Award: Craig Szczublewski, Fulton 248
  • Mason of the Year: Tim Churchill, Fulton 248

Passing of WB August C. (Jerry) Holzer

published by mastermason on Thu, 05/18/2017 - 07:05
Yesterday afternoon, Tuesday, WB Jerry Holzer laid down his working tools and entered the celestial lodge above as the result of a mowing accident.
 
The family will receive visitors on Sunday, May 21, at St John's United Church of Christ, Holgate, OH from 1:00-3:00 pm. The church is located 3 miles north of Holgate on St. Rt. 108 at the corner of Co. Rd. J. Masonic services will be at 3:00 with a Commandery service to follow. Funeral service will be at 4:00 with a lunch after.
 
WB Holzer was a Past Master of Napoleon Lodge #256, a member of the AASR, Valley of Toledo, active in all the York Rite Bodies but most especially the Commandery where he served as Grand Commander in 2011-12.
 
If using GPS to locate the church, use the address 13039 Co Rd. J. This is actually the address of the parsonage which is across the road from the church. Using the actual church address seems to confuse GPS and will many times not get you to the correct location.
 

5th District Lecture Conference

published by mastermason on Tue, 05/02/2017 - 15:52
Brethren,
The 5th Masonic District will be holding a lecture conference on Saturday, May 20th, 2017 at 10:00 am until noon, at Liberty Center lodge # 518. I encourage anyone interested in learning the 3 Masonic Lectures to come and be a part of this experience! Doesn't matter whether you have already started or just considering learning a lecture, WE WANT YOU! The Typewritten Ritual will be there, as learning the correct words are the first step in a correct and effective lecture. We will divide up by lecture and there will be well versed brothers leading each group. We will have carpets and dvd's to work with also.
 
There will be pizza at noon for all!
 
Then at 1:00 pm Liberty Center Lodge will be conferring the Master Mason Degree, probably on an exemplar candidate. Please consider joining them and finish out the afternoon with one of our Most Solemn Ceremonies.
 
Dress will be casual!
 
Come Join us for a time of Instruction and of course some food and Masonic Fellowship. BRING YOUR RITUALS!  My email list does not include all, but, Please pass the word around to those you feel would enjoy and benefit from this worthwhile endeavor! Please RSVP to me by May 18th so I can get a count for lunch.
Fraternally,
Doug Eis
419-438-5786

5th Masonic District Awards Banquet - "Hawaiian Luau"

published by mastermason on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 19:59

5th Masonic District Awards Banquet - "Hawaiian Luau"

Please plan to join your brothers, ladies, family and friends for a Hawaiian themed party at the Delta Memorial Hall on Friday, May 19.  Doors open at 6:00pm with dinner at 6:30pm.  The menu will include pulled pork sandwiches, teriyaki meatballs, salads, fruit, punch and dessert.  Tickets are $10 per person by reservation with your Lodge Secretary. Deadline for reservations is May 12. Attire for the evening is tropical wear or other casual wear.  We will have a backdrop for taking pictures of your Hawaiian adventure.  Join us for an evening of fellowship and support the hardworking brothers who will be honored this evening.

 

 

5th District Chair List Request for Leaders

published by mastermason on Sat, 04/29/2017 - 16:01
Brothers all, below is the start of a list of potential district chairs for next year and beyond. if you are interested in one of them, even if they are currently staffed by someone we will love to hear from you and get you started on next years agenda for leading the District. If there is a need for a chair I have omitted please volunteer and I will help you make it happen.

Fraternally, Matthew Gloor, 5th District Advisor
cell: 419 591 8264   email: matthewgloor@gmail.com
 
  • Membership
  • Parliamentarian
  • Education
  • Fundraising
  • Protocol
  • Ritual
  • Wardens
  • Deacons
  • OMH/Browning
  • Widows Contact
  • Community Involvement
  • Newsletter
  • MORI Sec/Treas

Benefit for Tatum Untied Cancer Support

published by mastermason on Sat, 04/22/2017 - 16:55

Brothers of the Fifth District,

I received this communication from a fellow brother from Fulton 248 who recently lost his wife to cancer.  He is taking on the noble task of forming a non-profit to help others battling this horrible disease. 

I'm not sure if you are aware of the non-profit that I've started in Tatum's honor, or of our goals, but I assure you we will improve the quality of life of those battling cancer, and have a significant impact on the direction of research into treatments and an eventual cure for cancers. To that end, we are having our first fundraiser to Benefit the non-profit on Saturday May 13, 2017. Any support that I might get from my Masonic brothers would be VERY much appreciated. I'm not looking for donations, but it would mean a lot to me if some of my brothers would be interested in attending. It will be a great evening of fun and will support a worthwhile cause.
Thank you in advance for any support you may be able to provide.

Fraternally yours,

Chris Hummel - Fulton Lodge 248

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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