BROS. ANDREWS & HOLLAND INITIATED AS ENTERED APPRENTICES
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DUNEDIN, FL, USA (April 21, 2008) -
Bros. Steven Andrews and David Holland were initiated as Entered Apprentices
at our April 21st Called Communications. The degree team for the presentation included:
WM - Bro. John Lawless
The lecture was delivered by W:.Ed Street, PM, PDI of
Pinellas Daylight Lodge No. 385 F.&A.M.
(and Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge), and the charge was delivered by
W:.Tim Bryce, PM of Dunedin Lodge.
The Lodge Instructor for the Brothers will be Bro. Don Bolam.
Congratulations to all.
Photo courtesy of W:.Ed Smoke, PM of
St. Petersburg Lodge No. 139 F.& A.M.
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DUNEDIN LODGE ENJOYS "A DAY AT THE RACES"
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TAMPA, FL, USA (March 22, 2008) - The Brothers of Dunedin Lodge No. 192 held their Spring social at Tampa Bay Downs where a group of nineteen Brothers and family members were on hand to enjoy horse racing. The eighth race was named for the Lodge and won by Marianne's Dream. It was a bit rainey that day, but the group stayed dry in the comfortable Jockey Club. |
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DUNEDIN, FL, USA (March 3, 2008) -
Bro. Douglas James Haeberle was passed to the degree of Fellow Craft at our
March 3rd Called Communications. The degree team for the presentation included:
WM - Bro. John Lawless
For the second section, Bro. Ilias (Louie) Vavoularis
sat in the East.
The lecture was delivered by W:.Ed Street, PM, PDI of
Pinellas Daylight Lodge No. 385 F.&A.M.
(and Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge), and the charge was delivered by
W:.Ken Giesow, PM of Dunedin Lodge.
The Lodge Instructor for Bro. Haeberle was Bro. Don Bolam.
Congratulations to all.
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DUNEDIN LODGE POSES FOR CLASS PHOTO
(L-R) Bro. Louie Vavoularis, Bro. Mal McHoul, W:.BJ Sammon,
Bro. Peyton Russell, and Bro. Frank Hunton
Click on photo to enlarge.
DUNEDIN, FL, USA (February 11, 2008) -
Our Stated Communications this evening was a busy one. First, the Lodge paused to take
its annual photo (above). This was followed by several presentations; first, a 25 year
certificate for Masonic service to Bro. Malcolm "Mal" McHoul.
This was followed by the Worshipful Master presenting Master Mason certificates to
Bros. Ilias (Louie) Vavoularis,
Peyton Russell, and
Frank Hunton. Congratulations to all.
W:.BJ Sammon reviewed our busy
schedule for the next few months, including:
The Craft said it wanted more Masonic Education and Social Activities; the Lodge officers are delivering it.
Come join us for the festivities.
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BRO. BRANDON WOOD PASSED TO FELLOW CRAFT
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DUNEDIN, FL, USA (February 4, 2008) -
Bro. Brandon Wood was passed to the degree
of Fellow Craft at our February 4th Called Communications. The degree team for the presentation included:
WM - W:.Jud Hiscutt, PM
The lecture was delivered by W:.Ed Street, PM, PDI of
Pinellas Daylight Lodge No. 385 F.&A.M.
(and Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge), and the charge was delivered by
W:.Ken Giesow, PM of Dunedin Lodge.
The Lodge Instructor for Bro. Wood was Bro. Don Bolam.
Congratulations to all.
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BROS. HUNTON & RUSSELL EARN THEIR APRONS
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JANUARY 28, 2008 - At our Stated Communications, Bros. Frank Hunton and
Peyton Russell
earned their white leather aprons by successfully returning their Master Mason catechisms in
Lodge. They were examined by Lodge Instructor Bro. Don Bolam.
W:.BJ Sammon was pleased to present the Brothers
with their aprons assisted by W:.Chris Schlenker
(our junior Past Master and Marshall), and W:.Bob Matheson, PM, who
delivered the formal apron presentation. Bro. Hunton is the Lodge's Tyler and Bro. Russell
is the Lodge's Junior Steward. Both Brothers did an excellent job with their catechisms.
Also during the evening Bro. Brandon Wood successfully
returned his EA catechism in Lodge. He was also examined by the Lodge Instructor, Bro. Don Bolam.
His Fellow Craft degree is scheduled for Monday, February 4th at the Lodge beginning at 7:30pm.
Congratulations one and all.
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BRO. GEORGE PICHT CELEBRATES 70 YEARS OF FREEMASONRY
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JANUARY 3, 2008 - As one of his last acts as Worshipful Master,
W:.Chris Schlenker was pleased to
present Bro. George F. Picht of Dunedin Lodge No. 192 with his 70 year
Masonic Service certificate and pin, which is a very rare honor in Masonic circles.
Assisting the Worshipful Master in the presentation was
W:.Ken Giesow, PM (Marshall), and
W:.Rome Scerbo, PM (Secretary Emeritus).
The presentation was made at
The Gardens
at Dunedin assisted-living facility on Patricia Avenue and attended by many of the residents.
Bro. Picht, who is 96 years young, was raised to the sublime degree of Master
Mason on November 18, 1937 at
William F. Burk Lodge No. 230 F.& A.M.
in Bogota, New Jersey. He affiliated with Dunedin Lodge on March 27, 1989.
Bro. Picht is a little older but his grip is still strong and he thanked the
Dunedin officers for the courtesy.
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DUNEDIN MASONS HELP THE NEEDY DURING THE HOLIDAYS
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DECEMBER 18, 2007 - Dunedin Lodge No. 192 closed its 2007 operating year by making a generous donation of $700 to be used as holiday gift certificates by the needy. As in our Thanksgiving donation, the certificates were presented to Mrs. Kathy Brickley, Principal of Dunedin Elementary, who will distribute the certificates within the school. |
DUNEDIN LODGE ANNOUNCES 2008 OFFICERS
DUNEDIN, FL, USA (December 10, 2007) - At its last Stated Communications of the year, Dunedin Lodge
conducted quite a bit of business, including its annual election of Lodge officers for the next
Masonic year (2008). Dunedin's Worshipful Master, W:.Chris
Schlenker, presided in the East and began the evening with a report on the State of Dunedin Lodge. This
was followed by several items of business including the ballotting of
Bro. Steve Pelicos to transfer into Dunedin Lodge (ballot clear).
Dunedin's elected officers for 2008 include:
The following appointed officers were also announced:
The installation of 2008 officers will be held at the Lodge on Saturday, January 5, 2008
at 1:00pm. This will be a ceremony open to the public. As such, all area Masons, friends
and family are cordially invited to attend.
The Lodge also donated $700 for Christmas dinners and gifts via Dunedin Elementary.
The meeting was closed in due form and harmony with the Craft singing "Happy Trails,"
the our Lodge organist's signature song (W:.Robert Haynes, PM).
Congratulations to all and see you in 2008.
Happy Holidays!
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BRO. FRANK HUNTON RAISED TO MASTER MASON
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DUNEDIN, FL, USA (December 3, 2007) - Over 40 Masons were on hand to assist in the raising of
Bro. Frank Michael Hunton to the sublime degree of Master
Mason at our December 3rd Called Communications. The degree team for the presentation included:
WM - W:.Chris Schlenker
The degree team for the second section included:
KS - W:.Bob Matheson, PM
The lecture was delivered by W:.Ed Street, PM, PDI of
Pinellas Daylight Lodge No. 385 F.&A.M.
(and Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge), and the charge was delivered by
W:.Ken Giesow, PM of Dunedin Lodge.
The Lodge Instructor for Bro. Russell was Bro. Don Bolam.
Bible presentation was delivered by W:.Ken Giesow, PM.
Congratulations to all, particularly Bro. Hunton as a newly raised Master Mason.
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DUNEDIN LODGE WELCOMES BRO. MICHAEL HARTNETT
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DUNEDIN, FL, USA (November 19, 2007) - Dunedin Lodge initiated
Michael Hartnett as an Entered Apprentice
at our November 19th Called Communications. The degree team for the evening included:
WM - Bro. John Lawless
The lecture was postponed until a later date.
The charge was delivered by W:.Ken Giesow, PM, and
refreshment was provided by Bro. John Lawless. Bro. Hartnett's
instructor will be Bro. Don Bolam.
Congratulations one and all.
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DUNEDIN LODGE GIVES "THANKS" TO
PINELLAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
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NOVEMBER 17, 2007 -
Dunedin Lodge No. 192 held its annual Thanksgiving Dinner at the Lodge last Saturday night.
A capacity crowd was on hand to enjoy a classic thanksgiving dinner as prepared under the
leadership of our Junior Warden, Bro. John Lawless.
Several brothers from the Lodge pitched in to lend a hand in the preparations and cleanup afterwards.
The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Lodge's 2007 "Outstanding Deputy of
the Year Award" to Deputy Jason Stibbard from the Patrol Operations Bureau of the Pinellas
County Sheriff's Department. The presentation was made by W:.Ken Giesow, PM. On-hand was
Depty. Stibbard's immediate superior, Sgt. Borner.
Deputy Stibbard began his career with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office when he was hired as a
detention deputy in June of 2000. As a member of the Detention and Corrections Bureau, Deputy
Stibbard worked in the County Jail where he worked in the Boot Camp and as a member of the
Corrections Response Team. In 2004 Deputy Stibbard sought a transfer to the Patrol Operations Bureau
where he was eventually selected for his current assignment to the Community Policing Unit.
Deputy Stibbard has earned a reputation with his coworkers and supervisors as a deputy who focuses
on community concerns and who works with city government to seek solutions. During the past year he has also
distinguished himself on more than one occasion as a skilled and professional law enforcement officer.
On April 12, 2007 Dep. Stibbard responded to a bank robbery that had just occurred in North Pinellas County.
The suspect had managed to flee the area prior to the arrival of responding deputies however Deputy Stibbard
took it upon himself to check a local motel in the vicinity of the bank. While doing so, he spoke with the
motel clerk who reported having a guest matching the description of the suspect. Upon
leaving the motel office, Deputy Stibbard came face to face with the suspect and was able to take
him into custody eliciting a confession and recovering the stolen bank funds.
On October 23, 2007 Dep. Stibbard responded to assist with yet another robbery investigation, this time
at a convenience store in North Pinellas County. When he arrived in the area, Depty. Stibbard began
checking an apartment complex. While doing so, he discovered the getaway vehicle parked in the lot
and subsequently arrested both suspects inside a nearby apartment with the assistance of other
deputies. Once again all of the stolen money was recovered.
By our award, Dunedin Lodge is again proud to support local law enforcement officials.
Well done Deputy Stibbard. Well done.
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DUNEDIN MASONS SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
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OCTOBER 30, 2007 -
Masons are well known for their philanthropy, donating over two million dollars each day to
a wide variety of charities. Locally, Dunedin
Lodge No. 192 has been actively supporting the community in 2007. Most recently the Lodge
donated Publix gift certificates to help needy kids and families over the Thanksgiving holidays.
The certificates were presented to Mrs. Kathy Brickley, Principal of
Dunedin Elementary,
who will distribute the certificates within the school.
According to Ken Giesow, Program Chairman for the Lodge,
"We like to believe our Lodge is an integral part of the Dunedin community and have supported
numerous projects over the years. For example, earlier this year, Dunedin Lodge,
sponsored a classroom at Dunedin Elementary as part of the fraternity's "Adopt a Class"
program. We are also long time sponsors of Dunedin Little League."
The Dunedin Masons also recently opened their doors to the Neighborly Care Network who provides lunches
and the "Meals on Wheels" program through the facilities at the Lodge.
"Charity is an important part of Masonic life," said Chris
Schlenker, Master of the Lodge. "This year we will have lent support to the Girl Scouts,
the Bay Pines VA Hospital, Pinellas County High School graduates, the Diabetes Foundation,
the Masonic Home in St. Petersburg, and the Masonic Medical Research Laboratory in Utica, New York.
We are also supporting a G.I. Care Package program which sends supplies to our troops in Iraq for
the holidays and we're preparing to recognize a Deputy of the Pinellas County Sheriff's Department
as 'Deputy of the Year.' The Lodge also plans to donate additional gift certificates for the
needy at Christmas time through Dunedin Elementary."
Dunedin Lodge has been a part of the Dunedin landscape since 1916 and is located
at 1297 Michigan Boulevard. Their web page is:
dunedin192.org
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DUNEDIN LODGE BROTHERS VISIT FORT CLINCH
Artillery stands silently at guard at the fort at dusk. Click on photo to enlarge. |
W:.Tim instructs Bro. Ken on how to properly tyle a lodge. Click on photo to enlarge. |
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DUNEDIN, FL, USA (October 20, 2007) - Brothers from Dunedin Lodge traveled north once again
to attend the Ft. Clinch
Civil War-era Outdoor MM Degree on Fernandina Beach, FL. The annual degree which is performed by
Amelia Lodge No. 47 F.& A.M. is
performed inside a Civil War-era fort, complete with Union and Confederate uniforms. This evening,
three candidates were raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason.
Attending the degree from Dunedin Lodge were W:.Tim Bryce, PM, MPS,
Lodge Secretary, and; Bro. Ken Johnston, the Lodge's Senior Steward.
Brothers from Sutherland Lodge No. 174 F.& A.M. and East Gate Lodge No. 355 F.& A.M. were also present,
making this the eighth consecutive year that District 20 has attended this historical degree.
Prior to the degree, the City of Fernandina Beach hosted a Classic Car show in the downtown area
which added to the festival atmosphere of the weekend.
Congratulations to the Brothers of Amelia Lodge for a fine degree and their hospitality.
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BRO. FRANK HUNTON PASSED TO "HAWAIIAN" FELLOW CRAFT
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DUNEDIN, FL, USA (October 15, 2007) - Dunedin Lodge passed to the degree of Fellow Craft
Bro. Frank Michael Hunton at our October 15th
Called Communications. The evening also marked "Past Masters Night" at Dunedin Lodge and, as such,
the degree team for the presentation included:
WM - R:.W:.Jim Tuller, PM, PDDGM
The lecture was delivered by W:.Ed Street, PM, PDI of
Pinellas Daylight Lodge No. 385 F.&A.M.
(and Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge), and the charge was delivered by
W:.Ken Giesow, PM of Dunedin Lodge.
The Lodge Instructor for Bro. Hunton is Bro. Don Bolam.
Refreshment was provided by Bro. John Lawless.
The dress for the officers this evening was Hawaiian shirts, complete with Hawaiian Leis, to
commemorate R:.W:.Tuller's upcoming wedding scheduled for the end of October
(plus they looked rather snappy!).
Congratulations one and all, particularly Bros. Hunton and Tuller.
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A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
Two more Brothers raised to Master Mason in special outdoor degree.
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OCTOBER 1, 2007 -
Bros.Jacob "Jake" Gardner and
Joe Jordan, III
were raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason at a special Called Communications
on October 1st. This was an outdoor degree held at the offices of M. Bryce & Associates,
3310 Alternate-19, Dunedin (dispensation granted by the Grand Master M:.W:.Robert P. Harry).
The degree team for the first section included:
WM - W:.Chris Schlenker
The degree team for the second section included:
KS - W:.Bob Matheson, PM
The lecture was delivered by W:.Ed Street, PM, PDI of
Pinellas Daylight Lodge No. 385 F.&A.M.
(and Honorary Member of Dunedin Lodge), and the charge was delivered by
W:.Ken Giesow, PM of Dunedin Lodge.
The Lodge Instructor for our new Brothers was Bro. Don Bolam.
Refreshment was provided by Bro. John Lawless.
Bible presentation was delivered by Bro. Jay Haire.
There were several Masons in attendance for the degree. This was the first outdoor degree in
District 20 in five years and the first by Dunedin Lodge in over ten years.
Congratulations to all, particularly Bros. Jake & Joe as newly raised Master Masons.
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DUNEDIN DITCHES HOT GAVEL AT GULF BEACH LODGE
W:.Derryl O'Neal reluctantly accepts the Hot Gavel |
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MADEIRA BEACH, FL, USA (September 20, 2007) - Brothers from Dunedin Lodge were finally
able to pass on the "Hot Gavel" to Gulf Beach Lodge No. 291 F.& A.M.
in District 21. The gavel, which is sanctioned by the
SunCoast Masters & Wardens Association,
is aimed at promoting inter-Lodge visitations in Districts 20 & 21. Holders of the "Hot Gavel" must
travel and pass it on to another Lodge; this requires a minimum of seven Lodge Brothers, two of which
must be officers with at least one being an elected officer.
W:.Derryl O'Neal, Worshipful Master of
Gulf Beach Lodge reluctantly but graciously accepted the gavel from the Dunedin brothers. The
Dunedin entourage consisted of:
W:.Tim Bryce, PM, MPS,
W:.Ken Giesow, PM,
W:.Bob Matheson, PM,
Bro. Forrest McQuiston,
W:.Rome Scerbo, PM,
Bro. Dave Seidel, and
Bro. Ray Vyvyan
The visit coincided with the official visit of the District Deputy Grand Master for District 21,
R:.W:.Danny Robinson. Overall, the
Dunedin Brothers had an enjoyable evening (as we always do).
NEXT UP: retrieving the "Traveling Gavel"
and bringing it back home to Dunedin (currently it is at
Nitram Lodge No. 188 F.& A.M.).
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