September/October 2008 VOLUME 15, ISSUE 5

BEACONA JOINT PUBLICATION OF THE GRAND LODGE OF OHIO AND THE OHIO MASONIC HOME I-CARE Program Earns Prestigious Award One of the values we have diversity, equal opportunity adopted says “Through and/or harmonious relations.” these values we will provide AOPHA recognized that the distinguished service and be I-CARE program was a unique recognized as outstanding in combination of professionals There are some great stories Ohio in any service/operation, and volunteers helping people about how your help allowed satisfaction, or best practice.” at home. Final Logo with 80% screen someone to receive care at The I-CARE program of Masonic Care coordinators and home.The next time you see a Senior Services just received committee members and care coordinator or a volunteer trustees of on a committee, thank them the Masonic for all they do in the name of Senior Services Freemasonry and I-CARE. Corporation from across the state were invited to attend the I-CARE Welcomes awards dinner and reception. New Coordinators There are 7 I-CARE coordinators cover care coordinators all areas of the state. The assigned to cover two newest coordinators every county in the are Mary Jane Bates, who state. There are 17 covers central Ohio, and committees across Shelley Fricke, who covers the state, including southwestern Ohio. an I-CARE Mary Jane graduated from I-CARE committees pitch in to make committee within the Prince Masonic seniors’ lives better in Ohio State University with a Hall Affi liation. Together the Mary Jane Bates numerous way. degree in social work and staff and committees serve over from the Columbus School of 140 active clients each month Practical Nursing. She has the Social Commitment Award and monitor over 200 more. worked for the Alzheimer’s from AOPHA, the statewide You can help. If you know Association of Central Ohio, organization representing non- a senior within a Masonic the Council for Older Adults profi t services for the aging at organization that needs help, and Senior Services for their Annual Meeting Sept. 9th. call 1-888-286-0010 and ask for Independent Living, both in AOPHA is the Association of help for your brother. If you Delaware County. Philanthropic Homes and services want to participate, ask to have Mary Jane’s father was a for the Aging. a coordinator come to your Mason with Triangle Lodge The social commitment Award organization and talk about a #748 and grandmother was Shelley Fricke is awarded “to an individual, volunteer committee. Women in Eastern Star, along with program or organization that has are encouraged to sponsor various aunts and uncles who made a signifi cant contribution meetings and talk about how are affi liated. These ties made to social justice, cultural to help. Continued on page 6 See more I-CARE stories on pages 3 and 14. Thank You for Creating Excitement During Our Bicentennial

By Ronald L. Winnett, Grand Master

I hope all of you are as excited as I of you will take and the other Grand Line Offi cers the time to come are to be a Master Mason during to Columbus to this time in the history of Ohio see the special Freemasonry. “Exposition” that As we have celebrated our has been gathered Bicentennial we have also been from around the able to demonstrate the great country and Ohio. teachings of the craft, by showing My Brethren, our rich, proud heritage, by being this year we have ambassadors who lead by example. been celebrating We need to continue giving our our Past, but we Fraternity maximum exposure. We need to move forward in the years need to tell about our good works, ahead with the same enthusiasm Grand Master because a lot of today’s world does we have shown this year. not have a clue concerning our As you read this, my last offi cial throws 1st pitch history or how our ancestors helped message to you as Grand Master, at Reds Game form America and, in particular, there are many “thank you’s” to Grand Master Ronald L. Winnett Ohio. We have to educate the give out, but not enough space. checks out the view at the Great non-Masonic public about “The To the Deputy Dawg, DDGM’s, American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Wonderful World of Freemasonry” Advisors, Grand Lodge Offi cers, where he threw out the fi rst pitch to which we belong. who have supported me all year, on August 16, prior to a Cincinnati There has been a lot of excite- and most of all the Brethren of Reds baseball game. It was the ment this year, starting with the Ohio, I want to say “Thank You” 70th annual Masons Night with 25 Founders Day dinners, and from the bottom of my heart. the Reds, and many Masonic continuing to the parade on June 21 Thank you for the courtesies and dignitaries were introduced on the in Columbus. Many districts have the support you have shown to fi eld before the game. had special events of their own to Linda and me, and thank you for promote Freemasonry, so I hope all being who you are.

The Beacon is published bi-monthly Red Pens Available to Please report all changes of address to your lodge secretary, who, in turn, Scofi eld Fund Donors will notify the Grand Secretary, who maintains the database that produces A red, ball point pen, inscribed, “Royal C. Scofi eld Charity The BEACON mailing labels. Endowment Fund for the Masonic Model Student Assistance Program,” will be given to all individuals who contribute at least Brett Turner, Manager of Marketing and $25 to the Scofi eld Charity Fund. Communications The Ohio Masonic Home Most Worshipful Brother Scofi eld became famous among Ohio 2655 W. National Road Masons in the 1970s and 1980s for the personal notes he wrote Springfi eld, OH 45504-3698 937/525-3025 to thousands of brethren with his “red pen,” as he graded their [email protected] Masonic educational correspondence courses.

George Braatz, P.G.M., The fund was created in the will of Brother Scofi eld and the goal is, Grand Secretary at using interest only, to fi nance the Masonic Model Program in Ohio. The Grand Lodge F.&A.M. of Ohio P.O. Box 629 Checks, made out to Royal C. Scofi eld Charity Endowment Fund, Worthington, OH 43085-0629 614/885-5318 may be sent to the Grand Lodge, P.O. Box 629, Worthington, OH [email protected] 43085-0629.

2 September/October 2008 Masonic Seniors Services Aiding Those in Need

By Worshipful Brother Wm. David Bannerman, Chief Executive Offi cer, The Ohio Masonic Home

Masonic Senior Services is one Masonic Helping Hands. They of the subsidiary corporations provide companion services and of The Ohio Masonic Home. chore services to people in their Separately incorporated in homes. Right now they are in the 2006, it is the company that is Dayton-Springfi eld area and in the responsible for our “Care at Home” Cincinnati area. Masonic Senior strategy. Right now there are two Services is planning to expand the Ohio Masonic Home CEO Dave organizations they are responsible Masonic Helping Hands services Bannerman led Springfi eld Masonic for managing. One company is across the state. Community residents during the Ohio I-CARE, the Independence through One of the ways you can help Freemasonry bicentennial celebration parade in downtown Columbus this Coordination, Assistance, Referral is to make sure every brother or summer. and Education program. They sister in need of services is referred have seven service coordinators to us. If we can help we will. If a can do is to identify an unmet across the state and 17 committees. referral is a better choice we will need, it will help with future The second organization is make that referral. If the best we planning. Call us today.

The 200th Anniversary of the Grand Bicentennial Theme to Continue Lodge has been an exciting time for thousands of Masons and their Through Annual Grand Lodge Session families who have participated in The Annual Communication of the Washington) Bible, and George events throughout the year and Grand Lodge of Ohio will be held Washington’s Masonic gavel and throughout the state. October 17 and 18 in the Hyatt Re- trowel. Among the highlights of the year, gency Hotel in downtown Columbus. The display of items will be in the often cited by Grand Master Ronald L. Information for delegates has been Delaware Ballroom of the Hyatt Winnett, are the 25 Founders Day din- sent to the Secretary of each Symbolic Regency Hotel during the Grand ners in each district, which attracted Lodge in the state. Lodge session. more than 6,000 participants; the June 21 parade in downtown Colum- The 2008 Bicentennial theme, The Annual Communication also will bus, the picnic, and ceremony at the “Pioneers to Astronauts,” will continue include the visitation of guests from Statehouse; the July 4 dedication of a through the annual session. One of other jurisdictions, introduction of Masonic plaque at the gravesite of our the features will be an exposition of dignitaries, presentation of reports, fi rst Grand Master Rufus Putnam; and some of the most treasured Masonic conduct of regular business, and the burying of time capsules at the artifacts in our country. Among the election and installation of offi cers Ohio Masonic Home in Springfi eld on items will be the St. John’s (or George for the coming year. Sept. 9 (see story on page 12.)

Community Builder Award Presented by Hudson Lodge Hudson Lodge #510 presented its 2008 Community Builder Award to longtime community resident and volunteer Robert Swedenborg, second from right. His wife, Karin, right, accepts the award with him. The certifi - cate was presented by Worshipful Master William DeBlaey. Gwen Mayer, left, a senior archivist from the Hudson Library and Historical Society, shared highlights of Hudson Freemasonry from the 1800’s to the present. “Freemasons have been a major infl uence in the Hudson community.”

September/October 2008 3 Children’s Home Alumni Reunite in Springfi eld

Several people who lived on the Although the weekend The Ohio Masonic Home grounds followed the normal pattern when it served as a children’s home of activities, there were a few gathered for their 28th annual things that stood out at this homecoming reunion July 5-6 at reunion. A Hollywood crew Springfi eld Masonic Community. shot a documentary about The group reunites biennially the event. Rachael Harris, to spend time together, reminisce an actress and daughter of Ohio Masonic Home children’s home about their time here, dine and have alumni president Cynthia Whitacre alumni gather on the steps of Bushnell their business meeting. Cameron, led the crew and Hall on the Springfi eld campus during The Ohio Masonic Home had a interviewed alumni members and their biennial reunion on July 6. children’s home from 1897 to 1956 Home staff. The documentary is in addition to its retirement home. It being edited. Plans were not certain awarded and will hang near the differed from a traditional orphan- yet when the documentary will air. present Apartments at Cunningham age as the children came when a Longtime alumni committee Place on the campus. The alumni parent passed away or couldn’t members Paul Davis and Guy met every three years in the past, support them properly. The Home Miller were honored for their many but now meet every two years on would take them in and gave them years of service to the alumni the fi rst weekend in July, with the a good life until the parents’ situa- as was the late Jack Lindsay. A next coming up in 2010. tion improved or they turned 18. plaque recognizing their work was

Legends Golf Tournament Expands to Northeast Ohio A combination of 26 retired sports 18 holes with former major league winner and NBA player George celebrities, The Ohio Masonic Home baseball players, NFL players, an Wilson was by far the tallest golfer and Masonic fraternity helped NBA and Olympic gold-medal there. Other participants included show how a day of golf, food and winner and more. The event is led by former major league umpire Greg fun can mean more for residents former pitcher and 1970 Cy Young Kosc, former NCAA Final Four of Medina’s Western Reserve Award winner Jim Perry. Basketball coach Johnny Orr, Pro Masonic Community suffering with Football Hall of Fame founder Chuck Alzheimer’s disease/dementia. The Benevolent Endowment Such and 1960 Cy Young Award Foundation of The Ohio Masonic winner Vern Law. The fi rst Northeastern Ohio Jim Perry Home sponsored the event. This Legends Golf event also differed in that several Participants in the Legends events get Classic was July Cleveland-area Masons and their to golf with and spend time with the 28 at Medina’s families volunteered to run it. celebrities and hear stories from their Blue Heron playing days, get autographs, enjoy Golf Club. The Legends events are unique in giving a dinner and have the chance to bid tournament has participants the chance to interact on several unique items in auctions. been a fi xture in with the sports celebrities. This one “There’s nothing like spending time Fairborn, Ohio had a heavy Cleveland feel with on a golf course with old friends and for six years. former Browns such as receiver and broadcaster Reggie Rucker, kicker new ones and knowing people are The event Don Cockroft, 1964 championship being helped by what we do here,” allowed team members Dick Schafrath said Jim Perry, who runs several threesomes a and Ross Fichtner and Pro Bowl Legends events around the country chance to golf quarterback Milt Plum. each year to help various charities. Former Cleveland Browns receiver Former Cleveland Indians Another Legends event is planned and broadcaster Reggie Rucker participating included Ron Pruitt, for Medina in July of 2009. For more discusses play with a teammate at Vern Fuller, Max Alvis and Hal information, call 888-248-2664. the Legends Tournament on July 28 Naragon. 1964 Olympic gold-medal at Blue Heron Golf Club in Medina.

4 September/October 2008 Wii System Fun, Healthy for All Ages

Seniors and video games aren’t Jack laughed about what his a common fi t. The Nintendo Wii family says. “My grandson said game system is changing all that ‘Imagine a 90 year-old getting a by allowing people to play video Wii,’” he said. “At least the kids games and get fi t at the same time will know what to get me for and age is not a factor. Christmas.” Wii is a video system that allows Jack said part of what he likes people of any age to play tennis, best about it is he doesn’t enjoy just bowl, box or any of a number of sitting. But he has to limit himself as sports or fi tness activities without one can get tired easily playing Wii. leaving home. All you need is the Jack’s wife, system and a television. Peggy, has yet Many retirement communities to try the Wii, are using the system to promote but enjoys fi tness and health for residents. knowing Jack is Now the excitement is catching having such a on with Ohio Masonic Home good time. subsidiaries’ residents and staff. The Renewing a Past Love McConaughas Browning Masonic Community inspired garden villa home will receive a Wii system later this residents John and Joan Primm year as a gift donated by Lady to buy a Wii. They considered the learning other games in the future Linda’s List. A local Rainbow purchase their eighth anniversary has the residents looking forward to assembly is committed to helping gift to each other. activity time. the residents learn the system. John used to bowl three times a Leading by example A few have already gotten a week up until just a few years ago. Springfi eld Masonic Community preview courtesy of a staffer. Roger Now he’s going to write his friends President Marion Leeman is a big fan Tappan, a former bowler was the to tell them he’s back in the game. of Wii, both as a campus leader and most enthusiastic. He enjoyed “You don’t realize you’re in her personal life. She’s had her physical activities, but became exercising,” said John. Joan hasn’t system about three months and plays limited in recent years. Wii was played much, but acts as John’s tennis, bowling, boxing and baseball. able to bring it all back for a while. trainer and cheerleader. They look After a hard day’s work, Marion You use a hand control to forward to fellow residents getting would often go home and take a simulate the activity and Roger together to play Wii in the future. nap. Now she’s competing and re- got so into it he threw the control Assisted Living Residents ducing her stress level through the by accident according to Laurel Many Springfi eld Masonic Wii games and has seen her fi tness McCulloch, Browning’s activities Community assisted living level go up and is noticing how coordinator. She added the residents are former bowlers and important balance is in the game. enthusiasm is building for getting golfers, but haven’t been able to “The nice part is if you want to a system to use full time. participate in these sports in years. exercise you don’t have to go to a Independent Living Residents Wii is allowing them to again. gym, you can stay at home,” she Get Physical Some stand and some use chairs said. “I’ve never played golf before Macular degeneration forced to bowl, all smile when trying it and now I can.” Springfi eld Masonic Community for the fi rst time. They are excited Marion is excited about residents independent living resident Jack about being able to create their own on her campus and other subsidiar- McConaugha to stop playing tennis. characters and the chance to do ies benefi tting from the Wii. “We He’s playing again thanks to becom- something fun and healthy. want what’s best for our residents ing the fi rst resident to buy a Wii. “This keeps you busy and and I believe having this system Now he can play not only tennis, active,” said Hillman Manor will get them moving and having but golf and a little boxing every resident Ruth Tisdall. Ruth was a something to look forward to.” now and then. longtime bowler. The prospect of September/October 2008 5 Masonic Plaque Placed on Rufus Putnam’s Grave

One of the Grand Master’s goals for the year was to provide public recognition for Rufus Putnam’s service as the fi rst Grand Master of Ohio Masonry. Previously, no reference to Brother Putnam’s being a Mason was included at his gravesite in The Mound Cemetery in Marietta. On July 4, Most Worshifpul Brother Ronald L. Winnett, Grand Lodge of Ohio offi cers, many Masons and a delegation from the Sons of the American Revolution paraded from downtown Marietta to Mound Ceremony for the Grand Lodge Offi cers surround Grand Master Ronald unveiling of a plaque L. Winnett during the plaque ceremony, with Rufus at Putnam’s grave. Putnam’s tombstone directly behind the Grand Master. A special thanks to Marietta Masons who worked hard conferred by the to plan this special event. two Lodges, with The day also included a Grand Lodge Offi cers Reconsecration Ceremony for the assuming key roles in Marietta Masonic Temple, home the Second Section of of American Union Lodge #1 and the Degree. Harmar Lodge #390. The building The Grand Master is 100 years old. An early morning and Grand Marshal Master Mason Degree was also James F. Easterling unveil the plaque.

I-CARE Welcomes New Coordinators “I remember telling Amy a few years continued from page 1 ago if she ever left to let me know, and here I am,” said Shelley. her eager to become an I-CARE Licking, Coshocton, Fairfi eld, Perry, coordinator. Hocking and Vinton Counties. She Learning about the Masonic can be contacted at (614) 572-3507 Fraternity and her work so far have “I wanted to work for The Ohio or at [email protected]. Shelley looking forward to each new Masonic Home because of the strong day. “I have been impressed to learn Masonic commitment I received from Shelley grew up in Cincinnati and of all the good works that are done my family and because I knew that started in special education at Mount every day by the whole Masonic any program offered here would St. Joseph but working at a nursing family and happy to be a part of this be one of quality and would have home piqued her interest in working organization and look forward to real value,” Mary Jane said. “My with seniors. She earned a degree continuing my mission of assisting focus to enable older adults stay in in social work and minored in seniors access resources available their home as long as possible and gerontology and socio-psychology. in their communities.” the I-CARE program just seemed to match my background and personal Shelley started as a social worker, Shelley covers southwestern Ohio commitment.” but decided she wanted to do fi eld including Hamilton, Clermont work. She learned about Masonic and Brown counties. She can be Mary Jane covers central Ohio Senior Services from her friend and contacted at (513) 623-6528 or at including Franklin, Delaware, Knox, former co-worker Amy Colley. [email protected].

6 September/October 2008 Record Number of Students Awarded Ohio Masonic Home Scholarships To be eligible for consideration for The Ohio Masonic Home A record number of students are Annaliese Butterbaugh of Scholarship an applicant must meet attending college this fall with Wooster, attending the University the following criteria: support from The Ohio Masonic of Akron to study psychology. Home Scholarship Program. Several Ryan Morris of Cincinnati, • Have graduated from a high other record numbers were reached attending the University of school or passed the GED. this year according to John White, Cincinnati to study operations • Have made satisfactory academic Director of Financial Assistance management and accounting. progress in the preceding Programs. Leslie Klein of West Chester, academic year (if applicable) “The Ohio Masonic Home attending Miami University to as indicated by completion of Scholarship Committee was study childhood education. required credit hours and a grade pleased to award 15 scholarships Stephanie Strunk of Lebanon, point average or at least 2.3 totaling $39,000 this year,” said attending Wright State University on a 4.0 scale. White. “We received a record to study psychology. • Be at least 16 but not more than number of applications this year. Tyler Holcombe of Crooksville, 25 years of age at the time of The recipients represented a broad attending Ohio University to study application. spectrum of individuals from across criminology. • Have a Masonic affi liation, by Ohio and from a variety of colleges Lauren Buschhaus of Springboro, establishing that the applicant’s and universities.” attending Miami University- father, step-father, grandfather Another plus was that many of Middletown to study business or step-grandfather is or was the students came from different management. a Mason in good standing at Masonic affi liations including Hannah Mason of Newcomers- the time of death of a body Prince Hall, Job’s Daughters and town, attending Capital University recognized by the Grand Lodge of Rainbow Girls. for pre-dentistry studies. F.&A.M. of Ohio including, but not Fifteen applicants received Jason Hao of Westlake, attending limited to, Blue Lodges and Prince fi nancial awards to be used during Ohio State University for pre-med Hall Lodges in Ohio. the 2008-2009 school year. Four of studies. Preference will be given to applicants the students are repeat recipients of Kristin Ford of St. Clairsville, with fi nancial need due to a father’s the award. attending Virginia Tech for sports or step-father’s death or disability. Anthony “Eli” Pierce of management. For a copy of the scholarship form, McArthur and Abbie Chevalier “We encourage all applicants to go to www.ohiomasonichome.org, of Pomeroy have earned Ohio apply again next year and wish click on the Ohio Masonic Home Masonic Home Scholarships for them all the best for academic dropdown tab and select scholarship three consecutive years. Eli attends success,” said White. form. For more information, Ohio Wesleyan and is majoring in For more information on The call 800-564-9016 or go to education and Abbie goes to Ohio Ohio Masonic Home Scholarship [email protected]. University for accounting. Program, see the sidebar. Second-time recipients were Elizabeth Freshley of Lancaster, who attends Otterbein and is majoring in education and Jennah Dues Card Appearance Changes Lalley of East Palestine, majoring in The 2009 dues cards for Ohio Masons will have a distinctively different literature at Capital University. appearance. First-time recipients included: The cards, while including all the necessary information, will have the Danyell Lewis of Dayton, shape of Ohio image in the background in a wallpaper-like image. attending the University of Indianapolis to study psychology. The cards are part of a new membership management database system, Melody Hatton of Dayton, used by the Grand Lodge and all local Lodge Secretaries to maintain attending Wright State University information. for pre-med studies.

September/October 2008 7 Photo Memories From the Bicentennial Year

At 25 District Grand Master’s Receptions throughout the state, Grand Master Winnett and Lady Linda, share ready smiles and fellowship with thousands of Ohio Masons during the year.

Grand Master Ronald L. Winnett takes time, Fraternal relationships are made by each prior to the June 21 Grand Master as he travels out of state to parade in downtown other jurisdictions. Here, from left, Most Columbus, to share Worshipful Brother Ronald L. Winnett and his a friendly hello with wife, Linda, have developed good friendships potential future with Most Worshipful Brother Edmund Cohen, Mason, who is in Grand Master of Virginia, and his wife, Gwen. the care of Right Worshipful Brother Eric Schau.

During any year, the Grand Master makes numerous visits to The Ohio Masonic Home. From left, Grand Master Ronald L. Winnett, his wife, Linda, and Grand Chaplain Ralph E. Crossan greet assisted living resident Wanda Van Gundy during one of those visits.

Each year, the Grand Lodge Offi cers participate in dozens of ceremonies. Here, at one event in Tipp City, Grand Master Ronald L. Winnett is backed by several of this Grand Lodge Offi cers, including, from left, Bradford A. Goebel, Junior Grand At right, a representation of the Grand Warden; Terry W. Posey, Senior Grand Warden; Master’s pin this year, crafted in wood by Charles R. Murphy, Deputy Grand Master; Norman Worshipful Brother Lee Kallsen, of Hicksville J. Mick, Senior Grand Deacon, and Steven E. Lodge, No. 478, was given to Most Worshipful Cokonougher, Junior Grand Deacon. Brother Ronald L. Winnett at the Grand Master’s Reception in the 5th Masonic District. 8 September/October 2008 HISTORY OF OHIO FREEMASONRY - PART 6 Changing to Meet the Times at The Ohio Masonic Home This sixth in a series celebrating the 200th anniversary of Ohio Freemasonry. A relaxing, casual breakfast is enjoyed following a formal With the closing of the children’s home dinner reception the in 1956, The Ohio Masonic Home’s night before. mission was focused solely on its elderly population. As times changed, so did The buildings themselves would change needs and the mission evolved. The 1960s to refl ect the demand for independent started with a new main entrance. To meet living. The Cunningham building was changing health requirements, a fi ve- revamped in 1998 and reopened as story Scottish Rite Wing was added to the the Apartments at Cunningham Place. Rickly building in the fall of 1966. Several Another building was opened in 2003, upgrades were made to the hospital area as Iredell Gardens, which is right next to the 1960s went on. Cunningham. The creation of the Route 68 bypass in In 1999, the Springfi eld campus opened the latter part of the decade meant part of a new area to help fi ght a growing health The Home’s grounds being taken and given hazard – Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. other land in exchange. There were 478 total The Pathways Center for Alzheimer’s Care residents at the end of the 1960s. opened in early 2000. The Eastern Star extended care facility Over the years, The Ohio Masonic Home Right Worshipful Brother had its ground breaking in late 1972. A itself has changed as a corporation. In 1999, Michael D. Cecil, left, 1973 workers strike saw Masons and their it added another facility, Browning Masonic receives the Community families volunteering to help residents Community, which opened independently Service Award in the during this troubled time. in 1981. In 2002, a large facility called The 20th Masonic District The Hillman building for assisted living Oaks at Medina was acquired and became from Grand Master was dedicated in 1976 that included a a part of the Ohio Masonic Home family Ronald L. Winnett. chapel. Modifi cation to Bushnell Hall and renamed Western Reserve Masonic Brother Cecil was resulted in a new building, Bancroft Manor Community. recognized for many for assisted living. The new millennium also brought new years of successfully leading the Grand The 1980s brought a new era of businesses such as Masonic Senior Services, Lodge Special Olympics independent living to The Home. Plans which helps people in their homes with program. were made in 1984 for a new area of various needs through I-CARE, done for the grounds to be used for a series of Masons, and Masonic Helping Hands. independent living garden villa homes. The Springfi eld campus took signifi cant The Grand Master at the time was Rollie steps in late 2006 and early 2007. The Lattanner, who would later on become a independent and assisted living facilities, resident in the homes. which were exclusive to those with Masonic 1986 saw the groundbreaking for Masonic affi liation, were opened to the public for Square, a series of independent living the fi rst time. And the Masonic Retirement garden villa homes. Sixteen units were built Village merged with Masonic Health in the initial phase with several more in the Care to become one, and the campus was fall of 1990. renamed Springfi eld Masonic Community. Around the time of planning the fi rst The Ohio Masonic Home name represents garden villa homes, residents and visitors the overall organization and is still got a new outdoor facility in the shelter headquartered in Springfi eld. house, where many activities and picnics The Ohio Masonic Home has been take place each year. Many contributors to through a lot in 116 years and is focused the project were honored with bricks that and poised for what the future of retirement can be viewed on the fi replaces. living and senior care will bring.

September/October 2008 9 $200,000 Raised to Support Ohio Special Olympics – Again

For the second consecutive year, Games. They were followed by the the Ohio Masons donated $200,000 parade of athletes in the to the Ohio Special Olympics to traditional opening ceremonies. help fi nance their annual Summer As part of the ceremony, Grand 2008 Games in Columbus. Master Winnett presented an Ohio “A total of $200,000 in our 200th oversized check for the $200,000 Special year has a nice ring to it,” Grand to the Special Olympics. Olympics Pin Master Ronald L. Winnett said. “That equals $1,000 for each year of our existence.” The Grand Master, Grand Lodge Offi cers and other dignitaries from the Fraternity led a procession of about 400 Masons into Jesse Owens Stadium on the Ohio State University campus in June to help kick-off the 2008 Summer

Above: Grand Master Ronald L. Winnett addresses crowd as he presents check for $200,000. Left: Parade of nearly 400 Masons helps launch 2008 Ohio Special Olympics Games.

Cincinnati Area Masons Hold Lima Area Masons Event at Fountain Square Serve 300 Meals Masons from the Cincinnati area planned and implemented the inaugural “Freemasonry on Fountain Square” event on August 9 to To Aid Special raise public awareness about the organization, its purpose, and its Olympics good works. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fountain Square in downtown Cincinnati On August 9, the Lima area Masons was devoted to Masonic awareness. held their annual Special Olympics Breakfast to raise money for the Allen Local bands provided entertainment. The huge “jumbotron” screen County Special Olympics athletes. aired Masonic related videos. Booths, literature, banners, food, clowns, and balloons were all a part of the activities. The group served more than 300 meals, with helpers having a great time Offi cers and members of local Lodges attended to greet guests in reaching out to their community. and answer questions, and representatives of the Shrine, York and Scottish Rite organizations also shared the spotlight. The morning’s events were featured with two pictures in the Lima News. The key event organizers, Worshipful Brothers David Fine and Keith Clepper, along with Right Worshipful Brother Norman J. Mick, Senior Grand Deacon, spent much of the day fi elding questions from the news media. 10 September/October 2008 Thomas E. Reynolds, 1937 - 2008

Thomas E. Reynolds, Grand He was a Past Master of North Master of Ohio in 2002, passed Baltimore Lodge #561, and was away in Findlay on June 28, after active in numerous Masonic battling a recurring illness. organizations. He served as District A native of Hoytville, Most Wor- Deputy Grand Master in the 11th shipful Brother Reynolds retired Masonic District, before being after a 36-year career as a high appointed into the Grand Lodge school teacher in Findlay and fi ve Offi cer Line. He steadily moved years teaching for the University of upward in the line and was elected Findlay. He was “Ohio’s Outstand- and installed as Grand Master on ing Biology Teacher” in 1978 and October 20, 2001. was presented the University of Most Worshipful Brother Master’s (or one-day) Class in Ohio, Findlay’s “Distinguished Alumnus Reynolds is survived by his wife, which was very successful and Award” in 1998. Marjorie; daughter, Rhonda attracted much attention nationally He coached the Findlay High Nye; son, Thomas J., and four for our Grand Lodge. School golf team for many years, grandchildren. At the time of his death, he was including 21 winning seasons and In the Fraternity, he was once serving as a member of the national the state championship in 1984. described as “an intelligent, board of directors of the Masonic He was elected into the State Golf inspiring man with a passion Model Student Assistance Program. Coaches Hall of Fame in 1992 and for education.” Most Worshipful Tom’s ready smile, inspiring the Hancock County Sports Hall of Brother Reynolds was Grand words,words, and sincersinceree friendship will Fame in 1994. Master during the fi rst Grand be missed by all who knew him.

Establishing 18 Masonic Principles in Modern English By Doug Price, PM, Grand Lodge of Kansas 18 MASONIC PRINCIPLES IN MODERN ENGLISH I love the Craft, and one thing I particularly treasure 1. Serve God, as you understand Him to Be. is the language of the ritual, the lectures and the 2. Expect good things in life, and live like you do. charges. It is rich, literate English such as one rarely encounters today. 3. Be generous to people in need. 4. Keep your promises. However, one area where I think we need to modernize our language is when we talk about 5. Be industrious, and improve your mind. Masonry to others, especially men considering 6. Remember that there is a life to come, joining. Too often I have seen Masons unable to and act with this in mind. explain in plain language what it is we believe in. 7. Take care of your family. I have worked on the following list for a while 8. Be tolerant of the honest opinions of others. now, and I do not in any way think it is perfectly 9. Keep yourself morally clean. expressed or exclusive of other precepts, but it displays my thoughts. 10. Help your Brother Masons. 11. Learn the ritual work, and be active in Lodge. The fi rst three of these speak to our foundations of Faith, Hope and Charity. The second three express 12. Protect your own physical and mental health. the core of each of the three degrees. Numbers 13. Be strong in the face of adversity. 7-11 are further duties which I think Masonry binds 14. Make your decisions in a calm frame of mind. us to, 12-15 express the principles of Temperance, Fortitude, Prudence and Justice. 15. Always treat other people fairly. 16. Be proud to be a Mason, but modest in expressing it. Number 16, I think, tells of what we are taught in the charges, and 17 is a matter of self preservation 17. Watch for good men seeking what Masonry offers, of the institution. At the end, 18 is the payoff we get and assist them within our rules. when we follow the others. 18. Be happy and enjoy life.

September/October 2008 11 Longaberger® Basket Now Available as Bicentennial Keepsake

A Longaberger® TV Time™ and 7 inches (back height). The Basket with lid engraved with basket is warm brown in color with Grand Master Ronald L. Winnett’s a primary trim strip of medium lapel pin design is a great way to blue and a secondary trim strip participate in the Bicentennial of the of dark blue. The trim strips are Grand Lodge of Ohio – and have a accented by customized square unique commemorative item. and compasses tack covers made UPS shipping and handling and All profi ts from the sale of this by ArtVac in Rhode Island. The insurance fee is $15. Grand Lodge Bicentennial Basket Longaberger® lid is engraved by Due to the fact that the basket will be donated to the Grand Lodge Basket Accessories, LLC, lcated in and protector, engraved lid and Charitable Foundation. Akron, PA. custom tack covers come from The TV Time™ Basket dimension The cost of the Bicentennial different locations, please allow 6 to are 8 inches wide, by 6 ¼ inches Basket, protector and engraved 8 weeks for delivery.delivery. OrOrdersders will be deep, by 5 ¼ inches (front height) lid is $100 (tax included). The taken through October 31, 2008.

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Time Capsule Ceremony Marks Bicentennial Year As The Ohio Masonic Home The area will be marked by opening of the time capsules in Day marked the bicentennial of special commemorative granite the year 2108 to learn about their Ohio Freemasonry at its Home stones with the names of families, predecessors. Day event on Sept. 7, it also paved individuals, lodges and others. “This is a great way to let the way for the tricentennial at a Endowment Foundation president our future Freemasons know special ceremony. Tim Strawn said notes are being how proud we were to be here The Home’s Benevolent prepared for future generations so during the bicentennial of Ohio Endowment Foundation collected they will know the contents at the Freemasonry,” said Tim. time capsules representing all 25 Ohio Masonic districts, Scottish Rite, York Rite, the Grand Lodge and The Ohio Masonic Home. The capsules were sealed and buried in the cemetery on the Springfi eld Masonic Community grounds in a ceremony with all the participating districts and bodies represented.

12 September/October 2008 Springfi eld Masonic Temple Recommended as Historic Site The Masonic Temple at 125 W. High Street in downtown Springfi eld is one of 16 Ohio locations recommended by the Ohio Historic Site Preservation Advisory Board to be forwarded to the Keeper of the National Register of Historic Places for consideration. Here is the explanation Reception Honors Watson given by the Historical Site Advisory Board: “Springfi eld’s Masonic Temple has been as DeMolay Grand Master recommended for nomination to the National A dinner reception was held on August 2 in Newark Register for its association with the Masons, the to honor C. Michael Watson as the new Grand Master city’s oldest fraternal organization, and their role of DeMolay International. He is a Past Grand Master in charitable activities throughout the community. of Ohio and Past DeMolay Executive Offi cer. Among Designed by Columbus architects Howard the distinguished guests present were, from left, H. Dwight Smith and Miller & Reeves, it was Jeffery Shaw, DeMolay Executive Offi cer in Ohio; completed in 1927 during the height of Masonic James Johnson, Ohio DeMolay State Master Councilor; activity in Springfi eld. The fi ve-story building is Richard W. Eells II, International Master Councilor, a good example of an urban Masonic Temple and Most Worshipful Brother Watson. Also during the of the era, housing lodge meeting rooms, a reception, the late R. Eugene Loose, of Upper Sandusky, ballroom, club rooms, and dining rooms.” was inducted into the Ohio DeMolay Hall of Fame.

Gala Awards Night Held in Mingo Lodge Right Worshipful Brother Michael R. Satterfi eld, left, District Deputy Grand Master in the 13th Masonic District, and Mingo Lodge Worshipful Master Greg Green, right, presented Masonic senior emblems to 50 and 60 members on July 14. They included, from left, Paul E. Taylor (50), Lawrence Dicken (50), Robert J. Bartholomew (50), Howard R. White (60), Robert C. Bryan (60), Barney L. McClain (60), Leo E. Hughes (60), Worshipful Brother Ronald B. Johnson (50), Lonnie Bail (50), and Larry E. Jarvis (50).

Hamilton DeMolay Give Out American Flags This group of advisors and members of the Hamilton Chapter of DeMolay distributed more than 5,000 American fl ags along the parade route in Hamilton on July 4. The Masonic bodies in the Hamilton Masonic Temple had a pancake breakfast last fall to raise the funds to purchase the fl ags. It was part of Hamilton’s support for the 200th anniversary of Masonry this year in Ohio.

September/October 2008 13 FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE Thank You, Lady Linda By Right Worshipful Brother Timothy B. Strawn, CAE, President, The OMH Benevolent Endowment Foundation As we come to the end of this the list, many people sought to residents. A complete list of items Grand Master’s year, on behalf make cash gifts to enable Lady Lin- acquired as a result of Lady Linda’s of The Ohio Masonic Home, its da herself to choose items. At this List will appear in a future issue of trustees, residents and staff, I want writing, total gifts to Lady Linda’s the Beacon. And there will also be a to say thank you to Lady Linda List are just beyond $19,000 and “legacy” of the List as it gives us the and the Grand Master for their we’re still a couple of weeks before foundation for the establishment of wonderful support during this the dinner and auction of baskets an on-going wishlist which you will bicentennial year. Most Worshipful at Aladdin Shrine Center which see in future issues of the Beacon. Brother Winnett and Linda have will add even more to the project. We’re thankful for every gift tirelessly promoted not only “The Those baskets were a labor of love we receive each year and we’re List” but also the Home itself in all by the wives of this year’s District especially thankful this year for the their travels. We really can’t thank Deputies and provided Linda a wonderful gift of support from the them enough for all they have done way to involve even more people in Grand Master and his Lady! Thank for us this year. supporting the Home she and the you, Most Worshipful Brother Lady Linda’s List became very Grand Master love so much. Winnett and Linda. popular, was well received and The items sponsored and To fi nd out how you can support frequently talked about through- those yet to be chosen by Linda The Ohio Masonic Home, please out the state during the last twelve will be very helpful at all three contact Right Worshipful Brother Tim months. While a number of specifi c of our campuses in brightening Strawn, President of the Benevolent items were sponsored directly from our facilities and the lives of our Endowment Foundation, toll free at 888-248-2664. I-CARE and Western Reserve Staff Exchange Ideas An I-CARE program group from Reserve Masonic Community to tour The I-CARE committee members Prince Hall Lodge and Western the campus and see how the staff included Brothers Eric Kidd, Jerry Reserve Masonic Community staff operated. Staff members included Ellerson, Reggi Price, Keith Thomas, met recently to exchange ideas and campus president Jay Dettorre, Michael Leftwhich, Otis Beecher, get to know each other better at the Roberta Gifford and Kimberly Valco, Trell Meeks, Pete Bucey and Craig Medina-based facility on July 26. board member Jim Salmond and Griffi n. All are from Akron-area The I-CARE group, which just Ohio Masonic Home CEO Dave Prince Hall lodges. formed in March, came to Western Bannerman. The committee gave an overview of what they are doing to fulfi ll their I-CARE duties, which include helping the widows of deceased lodge members and checking to make sure their needs are being taken care of. In turn, Western Reserve staff got an overview of what I-CARE does and to spend some time with new friends. “It’s always valuable to get to know our brethren and to fi nd out what we can do to best serve our fraternity,” said Jay Dettorre. Jay added he looks forward to future meetings with this I-CARE group and others or any Masonic group in the area interested in seeing how Western Reserve is taking care of seniors.

14 September/October 2008 Ohio Mason, Wounded in Iraq War, Gives Memorial Day Address

“It was my honor and privilege to memorialized. After each point, was injured in Iraq, he was sent step forward and take the oath” of he posed the rhetorical question, to Walter-Reed Hospital, near service in the military, Retired Staff “What if?” What if no one had come Washington, D.C. On request Sgt. Brian K. Pearce told a crowd in forward to serve? from his Lodge, the Grand Lodge Hanover, Ohio, on Memorial Day. “Think about them as you leave contacted the Masonic Service Brother Pearce was severely here today. In my eyes, they are all Association, who visited him wounded by an IED while serving in heroes.” during his stay in the hospital. Iraq and is now retired on disability. Brother Pearce and his wife, Brother Pearce, now living in “If I could do it again, I would.” Angela, and children, Jordan and Mechanicsville, Virginia, was In his keynote remarks at the Logan, then laid a wreath at the raised in Gallia County, and served Hanover Veterans Memorial at memorial, while taps was played. the community in a number of Hanover Wayside Park, Staff Sgt. Staff Sgt. Pearce, a native of ways, including being a member Pearce took the audience through Gallipolis, is a member of Vinton ofof tthehe GGalliaallia CCountyounty SSheriff’sheriff’s the history of wars in which Lodge #131, where he received Department. service men and women had been his degrees in 2003. After he

Thank You For Your Generosity We offer our grateful appreciation to the estates, individuals, groups, or other Masonic bodies who have supported The Ohio Masonic Home with gifts given between May 1 and June 30, 2008.

$10,000 + Patriot Lodge #496, F&AM Mad River Lodge #161, F&AM Falk, Flora E. Vandalia Lodge #742, F&AM Mason Lodge #678, F&AM Parsons, Marion Village Lodge #274, F&AM Melrose Lodge #671, F&AM Miles, Louise C. $5,000 - $9,999 $100 - $499 Moriah Lodge #105, F&AM Kelly, William H. 11th Masonic District Association New Lisbon Lodge #65, F&AM Rammelsberg, Allen A. 17th Masonic District Association New Straitsville Lodge #484, F&AM Veinott, Cyril 2nd District Offi cers Association Norwood Chapter 193, RAM 8th Masonic District Offi cers Association Nova Caesarea Harmony Lodge #2, $2,500 - $4,999 9th Masonic District Offi cers Association F&AM Oberle, Betty Avon-Miami Lodge #542, F&AM Ohio City Lodge #486, F&AM Valley of Columbus, AASR Baker, Dale L. & Pauline Olive Lodge #210, F&AM Valley of Dayton, AASR Bellville Lodge #376, F&AM Orion Lodge #353, F&AM Black, Ross R., II & Linda Pauley, Christopher Allan $1,000 - $2,499 Brown, Gordon P. Pickaway Lodge #23, F&AM 1st Masonic District Offi cers Association Carroll F. Clapp Lodge #655, F&AM Reynoldsburg Lodge #340, F&AM 24th Masonic District Association Carroll Lodge #124, F&AM Rising Sun Lodge #22, F&AM Ada Lodge #344, F&AM Cincinnati-Lafayette Lodge #483, F&AM Rockton Lodge #316, F&AM American International Group, Inc. Conway, Kenneth Rogers, David Stephen Clevenger, Hazel Cornett, Larry M. Rushville Lodge #211, F&AM Davis, Orlando W. Creps, Michael R. Sackett, Floris A. Elyria Lodge #787, F&AM Doric Lodge #172, F&AM Schafer, Albert C. & Beatrice Grand Court Order of Amaranth East Liberty Lodge #247, F&AM Scott, Anna Jean & Jack Hosler, Bessie V. Ehlers, Arther & Ermille Siloam Lodge #456, F&AM Niles-McKinley Lodge #794, F&AM Eureka Lodge #592, F&AM Springfi eld York Rite Association Paramuthia Lodge #25, F&AM Fannin, Frank M. Stokes Lodge #305, F&AM Tippecanoe Lodge #174, F&AM Garfi eld Lodge #528, F&AM Sulgrave Lodge #696, F&AM Hammer, Donald Sunsbury Lodge #362, F&AM $500 - $999 Harmony Lodge #8, F&AM Taubler, Charles 22nd Masonic District Holcomb, J. Robert & Antoinette Tyne, Michael D. & Rebecca 6th Masonic District Association Hudson Lodge #510, F&AM Valley of Cleveland, AASR Celina Lodge #241, F&AM Hugh L. Bates Lodge #686, F&AM Versailles Lodge #290, F&AM Center Star Lodge #11, F&AM Ionic Lodge #438, F&AM Victory Chapter #210, RAM Community Chapter #227, RAM Jenkins, Daniel C., Jr. Wakeman Chapter # 177, RAM Franklin Lodge #14, F&AM Johnston, Fred E. Warren Lodge #24, F&AM Kelly, Floyd Joyce, Charles M. Wauseon Lodge #349, F&AM Minerva Lodge #98, F&AM Karth, Charles E. & Marjorie West Milton Lodge #577, F&AM Paragon Lodge #788, F&AM Keller, Frank White, John Latham Lodge #154, F&AM Williamson, James M. & Sherry Lone Star Lodge #175, F&AM

September/October 2008 15 Growing Needs Worshipful Brother Donald L. Losasso, KYCH

When he’s not working or philanthropic work of the Masonic watching the Buckeyes. “I’ve seen engaged in one of his many fraternity is second to none.” four or fi ve plays over the past fi ve Masonic activities, Worshipful Brother Losasso’s Masonic years,” he said. Brother Donald L. Losasso, KYCH, activities include membership in Grand Chapter recently can be found nurturing day lilies at Blue Lodge (Orient Lodge #321 in appointed Brother Losasso to the his home in Canal Winchester. With Waverly), 11th Capitular District, Board of Trustees for The Ohio Theda, his wife of 43 years, Don has Scottish Rite, Shrine, Eastern Star Masonic Home. It is a responsibility raised about 300 day lilies. Their and York Rite, the latter in which he takes seriously. “The decisions effort started about 20 years ago he serves as Grand Scribe of Grand we make today will determine our when a neighbor gave Don a few Chapter. “I particularly enjoy the future success,” he said. of the plants. “Theda and I enjoy degree work in Grand Chapter,” Don said The Ohio Masonic working together to raise them,” he Don said. Home is an extension of the said. “We give On days of home games for philanthropic ideals of the many of them The Ohio State University football Masonic fraternity and encourages to friends. Buckeyes, Don works a 15-man fi nancial contributions to its We enjoy concession booth in Ohio Stadium affi liated Benevolent Endowment sharing.” to raise money that the monies Foundation. “Making a gift to The That spirit are used for District functions and Ohio Masonic Home is one of the of charity various charities. “I arrive four most worthwhile things you can is further hours before the game and stay do,” he said. “The Ohio Masonic demonstrated until about two hours after the Home should expand to meet in Don’s game,” he said. “It’s a long day, growing needs. But it will require Masonic involvement. “Masonic but it allows us to cover a lot of additional investment from charities allow us to help the the District’s expenses.” His game- us all.” less fortunate,” he said. “The day obligations prevent him from

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In This Issue: I-CARE Program Earns Prestigious Award....Page 1 Children’s Home Alumni Reunion...... Page 4 Plaque Placed at Putnam’s Grave...... Page 6 Grand Master’s Photo Album...... Page 8