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5th Masonic District Awards Banquet

published by mastermason on Sat, 04/02/2016 - 11:17

"Back to the 50's"

On Friday May 20, 2016, the 5th District Awards Banquet will be held at the Defiance Masonic Center.  We will have Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Fries and Root Beer Floats.  Cost is $8.00 per person.  The doors will open at 6:00pm, with dinner at 6:30pm.  Make your reservations and payments to your Lodge Secretary by May 13, 2016.  Come in your favorite is 50's attire, or business casual.

GM Reception 2016 Photos

published by mastermason on Fri, 04/01/2016 - 23:11

Masonic Funeral Service for WB Richard Calvert

published by mastermason on Thu, 03/31/2016 - 17:55
On March 27th, Worhipful Brother Richard Calvert was called to our Great Lodge above.  There will be Masonic Services on Sunday evening at Shorts Funeral Home in Archbold Oh at 7:30pm, all Brothers are asked to please attend if possibly.  The funeral is Monday at St Johns Church at 11:00.  A link to the Obituary can be found here.
Thanks  
WB Davit Farver
 

Four Generations of Masons at Sherwood 620 Inspection

published by mastermason on Tue, 03/29/2016 - 20:17


The Winnie family added another Master Mason on Monday night's Inspection. Four Generations of Masons are in the family with a MM degree you really had to see to appreciate.

Sherwood #620 Inspects in MM

published by mastermason on Tue, 03/29/2016 - 17:07


WB George WInnie and has crew at Sherwood #520 had a great night on Monday. George not only got to raise his grandson in a fine MM degree, but also hosted the Grand Master. There were 14 Brothers from Sherwood present with 7 past masters. Combined with 39 visiting brothers for 53 in attendance. Omega #564 had 10 traveling brothers, taking home the Traveling Trophy. With only 1 inspection remaining, the next will be Sycamore #520 in Deshler on Friday April 15 at 7pm in FC.

Grand Master's Reception this Friday!

published by mastermason on Tue, 03/29/2016 - 12:27
Our Grand Master's reception is set for this coming Friday, April 1 in the Atrium at Northwest State Community College.
 
Social hour is from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Dinner is at 7:00 p.m.
 
Please use the East parking lot near the "A" building, and use the "A" building entrance (all other doors will be locked).
 
We are no longer taking reservations, but you are welcome to pay at the door.  As noted throughout the inspection season, cost at the door will be $30.00 per person.
 
We hope to see you there for a great evening.

Funeral Services for James Manning

published by mastermason on Mon, 03/21/2016 - 13:02

Bryan #215 is going to have a funeral service Wednesday at 7:00PM at Tompson in Montpelier for James Manning from Colorado,he was a past master of his lodge, and a friend to many in the district.  Thompson Funeral Homes is located at 204 E Main St, Montpelier, OH 43543.

Diabetic Kids Camp Breakfast Benefit April 23

published by mastermason on Fri, 03/18/2016 - 22:40

Sponsored by Oc-Oc-Nox-Ee Council, R&SM of Ohio: They will be having an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake & Sausage Breakfast on Saturday, April 23 2016 from 8:00am until 12:00 noon at the Defiance Masonic Center (125 Clinton St).  

Tickets are available in advance for $5.00 each or you can make a donation at the door.

"Enjoy a Short Stack for a Tall Cause!"

Napoleon 256 Holds an Exceptional EA Inspection

published by mastermason on Fri, 03/18/2016 - 22:11


WB Eric Holzer and has crew at Napoleon #256 had a great night with an exceptional EA degree and Jiggs Dinner for the brothers in and around the 5th District. There were 18 Brothers from Napoleon present with 13 past masters. Combined with 54 visiting brothers for 72 in attendance. Bryan #215 had 7 traveling brothers as did Wauseon 349 for our first tie of the season. The DDGMs decided to award it to the lodge that traveled the furthest, so Bryan #215 takes the Traveling Trophy home until the next Inspection. With only 2 inspections remaining, the next will be Sherwood #620 in Defiance on Monday March 28 at 7pm in MM with the GM in attendance. Come early for dinner at 6pm.

Omega 564 MM Degree Work tonight!

published by mastermason on Tue, 03/15/2016 - 09:03

Brothers of the 5th, Omega 564 is putting on a MM degree for one of their own and needs help with the FC team.  If you are able to come out at 7:00pm, the help would be greatly appreciated.

 

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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