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General Jimmy Doolittle was a member of Hollenbeck Lodge No. 319 in Los Angeles, California. In an inter-
esting set of events, Doolittle was balloted on during a special meeting of Hollenbeck Lodge for which they
received special dispensation. At the time of his election to receive the degrees of Freemasonry he was sta-
tioned in Louisiana. Again with special dispensation from the Grand Lodge of California and the Grand Lodge
of Louisiana, Doolittle was given all three degrees on August 16th, 1918 in Lake Charles Lodge No. 16. All of
the special circumstances were to accommodate Doolittle's military service and deployments. Doolittle was
also a 33° Scottish Rite mason and a Shriner
A publication of
Sun City Lodge # 72
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“Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all
the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as
APRIL 2021
Sun City Lodge 72, Holidays in United States Apr 2021 (Mountain Standard Time - Phoenix)
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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5pm - Boy Scouts 6: OES # 59 Official
5pm - Sun City
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Easter Sunday Easter Monday 6pm - OES # 66 6: 9am - DAR 5pm - Boy Scouts 6: 8am - St Andrew
8am - Hi-12 8:00-9: 6pm - OES # 59 5pm - Sun City
9am - Nile Club 9:
6pm - Lodge
7pm - Lodge
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3pm - DeMolay 4pm - Trust- 8:30am - Past 10am - DAR Tax Day 9am - Phychic (set- 8am - Phychic Fair
6pm - Amaranth 6: 7pm - Job's 6pm - OES # 59 6: 1pm - Gourd Patch 6pm - Oasis 9am - DeMolay
5pm - Boy Scouts 6:
5pm - Sun City
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3pm - DeMolay 3: Joe Tancrede 6pm - OES # 66 6: 5pm - Boy Scouts 6: 7pm - Skull & Bones DeMolay (parking
5pm - Sun City 11am - Jobs
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6pm - Stewart 7pm - Job's 6pm - OES # 59 6: 5pm - Boy Scouts 6: 6pm - Jobs
5pm - Sun City
SUN CITY # 72 LODGE
Your Lodge at a Glance
Worshipful Master Matthew Link 303-590-4192 matthewalink@yahoo.com
Senior Warden Marcus Hensley (619) 208-8986 marcus.d.hensley@gmail.com
Junior Warden Matthew Lawrence (623) 986-4824 matthew.lawrence.mba@gmail.com
Secretary Gary Loeb (484) 354-9063 suncity72sec@gmail.com
Treasurer Ed Hensley (530) 210-7777 ed@hensleynet.net
Chaplain Arizona Milke
Senior Deacon Doug Peck
Junior Deacon Robert Truax
Senior Steward Robert Saenz
Junior Steward Lloyd Miller
Marshal
Tyler James Denzien
Building Manager Pat Hayes PM, 623-972-2217 pmhayes1@cox.net
Banquet / Event Coordinator Pat Hayes
Candidate Mentoring Pat Hayes PM
Lodge Trustees - Chairman, Robert Meizinger (623) 518-2868 bova151101@gmail.com
Members, Gary Fullington Earl Paasch PM, Robert Cole, Jan Lilley PM
Trust Fund Trustees—Chairman, Hal Knowlton halknowlton@hotmail.com, (714) 343-4322 ,
Members Dave Miller PM, Randall Sturdevant, Roger Tricco and Harold Vandenberg.
Trial Commissioners: Brian Turner, Robert Saenz, Hal Knowlton, Matthew Lawrence and Jim Denzien
Audit Committee Matthew Link and Marcus Hensley
Lodge Ritual Director Pat Hayes PM
Lodge Website Committee David Miller PM, Craig Montgomery PM
Masonic Education Matthew Lawrence (623) 986-4824 matthew.lawrence.mba@gmail.com
Masonic Funeral Coordination David Miller PM 602-317-6136 dmiller154@cox.net
Membership Retention Pat Hayes PM
Sickness and Distress Larry Gorelick 602-403-7775 larrygorelick@gmail.com
Razvan Dumitru 602-292-8855 razvandumytru@yahoo.com
Trestleboard Editor / Publisher Richard Flinton PM. 623-889-5772 rflinton@comcast.net
Webmaster Richard Flinton
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From The East
Greetings:
In the dark as well as the light…
I am very pleased to say that your lodge has been hard at work! I’d like to thank Bros. Ed and Marcus Hensley - they have updated our
network/internet infrastructure to enable work from home options and provide better WIFI access in the building, among many other up-
dates. This is critical in making the running of the lodge more efficient. Also, I’d like to thank Bro. Doug Peck for jumping in as our Sr. Dea-
con, and Bro. Robert Saenz as our Sr. Steward. These Brothers have done tremendous work and their dedication to our lodge are greatly
appreciated. Bro. Arizona – thank you for fixing the tile to our entrance, and Bros. Hal, Bob, Pat and Larry (and so many others) – thank
you for your continued service! So many Brothers contribute with their time and talent, often “behind the scenes,”… it is truly humbling to
see. All of which is done out of a love for our Craft:
A salesman breaks down in a remote country lane, a farmer in the adjacent field comes over and they discover that they are "Brothers". The
salesman is concerned as he has an important appointment in the local town: "Don't worry says the farmer you can use my car, I will call a
friend and get the car repaired while you go to the appointment" Off goes the salesman and a couple of hours later he returns but unfortu-
nately the car is awaiting a part which won’t arrive until the next morning. "It's not a problem," says the Farmer, "use my telephone and re-
schedule your first appointment tomorrow, stay with us tonight and I'll see that the car is done first thing!" The farmers' wife prepares a
wonderful meal and they share a glass of fine single malt during an excellent evening, the salesman sleeps soundly and when he awakes
there is his car, repaired and ready to go. After a full English breakfast the salesman thanks them both for the hospitality. As he and the
farmer walk to his car he turns and asks "my brother, thank you so much but I have to ask, did you help me because I am a Mason?" "No"
was the reply, "I helped you because I am a Mason" Travel well my Brothers.
We are doing well, Brothers - 6 EAs, 2 FCs and (3) pending degrees along with multiple affiliations. Blessed are we, for sure. Thank you for
all you do and keep up the great work!
Remember, just reach out if there is anything you need. Your Brothers are here to help any way we can; but we can’t if we don’t know
about it.
I look forward to the next time we meet.
Fraternally,
Matt Link
Worshipful Master
Sun City Lodge #72
303-590-4192 ; matthewalink@yahoo.com
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From The West
Greetings Brethren,
Wow, I can't believe another month has gone by already. That was fast. As we head into April, we have a bust
month of degree work to do so that we can pass some Brothers as well as initiate some worthy gentleman. I am
looking forward to these events.
We are doing a very good job in making donations to the Art Of Love Charity and please keep them coming. Finan-
cial and in kind contributions are both welcome. Your charity thus far on this has been very appreciated by the di-
rectors and rest assured these items are being put to good use. We are working towards planning an event in our
building in October. If anyone wants to volunteer their time please let me know and I will get you in touch with the
Director. She is looking for both talented folks such as music, painting, drawing, etcetera as well as just people who
want to assist with general work.
With the worthy brothers being passed, it is time to think about third degree planning. We are in need of a couple
of parts that have been historically filled by brothers who are not able to attend at this time. Specifically, I am look-
ing for a 2nd and 3rd Fellowcraft, and a Senior Deacon. Please let me know if you are interested in these or in any
other part as we are always happy to get our brethren involved.
Thank you to each of you for all that you do in Masonry.
Fraternally,
Marcus Hensley
SC 72 SW
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From The south
Greetings to everyone in the Masonic family,
Happy April, and I pray all is well for everyone as we head into the heart of Spring. Many of our Christian Brethren and their families will be
celebrating Easter, while many of our Jewish Brethren and their families are already celebrating Passover.
When thinking about the celebrated individuals who are at the heart of the story of Easter and Passover, I cannot help but reflect on the
symbolism of the Plumb. Even though we know the Plumb to be a tool that proves uprightness, it is because we have celebrated and
revered examples, both in the Holy Scriptures and in our degrees, that we understand the importance of these celebrated individuals by
whom many of our lives have been shaped. Their uprightness before God and man is why we find ourselves travelling in their footsteps as
rightly as we can.
The Plumb inculcates that integrity of character we should all follow, for that moral uprightness is best exemplified in both Easter and
Passover. Albeit in Speculative Freemasonry the Plumb is a symbol, as we celebrate these holidays this month, may it be a steady reminder
to us all of those great ones whom best exemplified being a plumb line amidst their people, so God would pass by them nevermore. Only
with true members of the craft working behind their revered examples, their plumb lines, may the house or temple they build stand forev-
ermore.
I appreciate the fact we are all craftsmen, and our symbols allow us to band together, and see the intelligence of morality and love that
permeates all nature. There is a quote that resonates with me on this matter which I hope elucidates what this means to you in your life,
regardless of which holiday you celebrate.
"There is a mystical virtue in right angles. There is an unspoken morality in seeking the level and the plumb. A house will stand, a
table will bear weight, the sides of a box will hold together only if the joints are square and the members upright. When the bub-
ble is lined up between two marks etched in the glass tube of the level, you have aligned yourself with the forces that hold the
universe together."
~ Scott Russell Sanders
May the Almighty Architect bless the Brethren and their families during their celebrated holidays! To my Christian Brethren, I say Happy
Easter! To my Jewish Brethren, I say Zissen Pesach (Happy Passover)! May you all have an enjoyable holiday with your friends and families,
and I hope to see you all at the upcoming stated meeting!
Sincerely and Fraternally,
Matthew C. Lawrence
Junior Warden
SC #72
Matthew C. Lawrence, MBA
Phone: 623.986.4824
Email: matthew.lawrence.mba@gmail.com
The Power of Leaning In:
A Journey of Love
By Dr Lori Wieters
This fine book is now available on AMAZON. Many in Sun City Lodge and associated
Masonic groups will appreciate the loving narrative of the journey that Lori and Steve
Wieters experienced in the last years of Steve’s life.
Many people knew Steve Wieters for his love and carrying. He was always willing to
assist and support others. Few understood the trials and tribulations that he was ex-
periencing with his health. This book will provide you an insight into the world of
medical care and the need for individual vigilance in monitoring your health situation.
(Comments by Dave Miller, Past Master, Sun City Lodge.)
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Sun City Masonic Investment Trust –Investing In the Future
When the Sun City Masonic Center was first established, a number of masonic related people contributed their time and resources to de-
veloping the building and property. Part of their efforts were to establish an investment trust to provide financial support for a place
where Masonic related groups and activities could be conducted. Today, the Sun City Masonic Investment Trust is administered by 5 Trus-
tees elected for individual rotating 5 year terms of office by members of Sun City Masonic Lodge. The Chairman of the Investment Trust
Board is Hal Knowlton. Members of the Investment Trust must be members of Sun City Masonic Lodge. The legacy established 30-40 years
ago has developed into a Masonic Center which is used by many groups and many of us enjoy today. With the expenses of today, the Sun
City Masonic Center is not self-sustaining and depends on donations from the group using the Masonic Center and the proceeds from the
Trust investments. The proceeds from the invested Trust principal are disbursed periodically and no longer provide a sufficient amount to
cover the ever-increasing costs associated with the operation and maintenance of the building and grounds. The Investment Trust Board
oversees the investments and provides, pursuant to the Trust Agreement, a quarterly amount that is distributed to assist with the opera-
tion of the Sun City Masonic Center. The principal of the Investment Trust was established through donations and contributions by mem-
bers of the Masonic groups using the Sun City Masonic Center. The
Investment Trust continues to need donations and
contributions to maintain and grow the Trust principal that will provide for the future operating ex-
penses of our Masonic Center. Individuals, or the groups, desiring to assist in enhancing the legacy or those who founded the
Sun City Masonic Center, are always welcome to make contributions and donations to the Investment Trust principal. Donations and con-
tributions directed to growing the Investment Trust need to be specifically identified for the Investment Trust and directed for adding to
the invested principal. Routine donations and contributions made to Sun City Lodge No 72 assist the Lodge with current expenses but are
not used to grow the principal of the Investment Trust. Individuals and groups interested in exploring the opportunity to make a direct
contribution to growing the Investment Trust principal should contact Hal Knowlton halknowlton@hotmail.com, (714) 343-4322.
SUN CITY LODGE SHIRTS
Sun City Lodge No 72 is coordinating an order for short sleeve collared polo shirts embossed with
the Square and Compasses. The shirts have the following features:
+ Cornerstone is the shirt manufacturer;
+ Shirt is short sleeve with a collar;
+ Left breast pocket with Name above the pocket;
+ Square and Compasses with SUN CITY LODGE No 72 on the Right breast; and
+ Shirts are in Black, Blue, or White.
Price is $35.00 per shirt with payment made to SUN CITY LODGE No 72.
If you are interested in ordering a shirt, please contact Dave Miller at 602.317.6136 or
dmiller154@cox.net . When ordering, include:
your shirt size, and color you would like.
Name you want placed above the shirt pocket (if any).
Stated Meeting Dinner Menu
MENU:
The cost for dinner is $8.00
Reservations would be appreciated at least 5 days in advance.
RSVP to: Marcus Hensley marcus.d.hensley@gmail.com or call
the lodge at 623-9722217
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TRESTLEBOARD ARTICLEs or other SUBMISSIONs
Articles and other Trestleboard submissions are due no later than the 15th of the month.
If your submission is not received and other arrangements have not been made, it will not be printed. All
Trestleboard submissions must be sent via e-mail in Microsoft Word format, to Richard Flinton at:
rflinton@comcast.net If you have questions, please call Richard at 623-889-5772
We need current telephone numbers, addresses, and email addresses for all brothers and Trestleboard subscrib-
ers. You will be receiving the Electronic Trestleboard if we have your email address. If you require a printed copy,
Please notify the Lodge Secretary, Gary Loeb at 623-972-2217.
From the Secretary’s Desk
Secretary’s Report:
Sun City Lodge has 201 members. Growth-wise, we are doing well, with seven Entered Apprentices
and two Fellowcrafts. Additionally, we have three applications for degrees and two for affiliation,
and a lot more people and Masons interested in joining.
Our average age is 69.5 years.
The 2021 Dues bills were sent out on October 1, 2020. As of 3/30/2021, 23 Brothers still owe their 2021
dues. Please pay your Dues PROMPTLY.
Stay healthy, Brethren!
Fraternally in Peace and Harmony,
Gary A. Loeb, PM
623-972-2217 (mobile – 484-354-9063)
NECROLOGY
Necrology: Bro. Joseph (Jo Jo) Tancredi, Age 86
“Or ever the silver cord be loosed, or the golden bowl be broken, or the pitcher be broken
at the fountain, or the wheel broken at the cistern. Then shall the dust return to the earth
as it was, and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it.” ~ Ecclesiastes 12:6-7
Sickness and Distress
If you know of a brother in need, Please contact Larry Gorelick, at larrygorelick@gmail.com or
Razvan Dumitru at razvandumitru@yahoo.com
Masonic tradition calls on us to aid and assist all distressed brothers,
withersoever dispersed. While we are getting better at assisting our
brothers, we have been neglecting our ladies and their needs. If any of
you know of a sick or distressed brother or a Masonic widow in need,
please call the lodge office at 623.972.2217.
The Trestleboard is available through your e-mail…
Issues of the Trestleboard can be sent directly to your e-mail. The advantage of this is that
you will receive it earlier than if mailed. To receive the Trestleboard in your e-mail, please
send your request and e-mail address to www.suncitylodgeno72@gmail.com or call the
lodge office at 623.972.2217.Masonic Anniversaries
Sean J. Shelton 4 /13/2002 Alejandro C. Felix 4 /30/2015
Ambrose M. Dangerfield 4 /26/2007 Kevin D. Baver 4 /17/1985
Roger D. Flowers 4 /27/1973 Richard J. Hoffer 4 /2 /1991
Samuel B. Garrison 4 /18/1998 Royce D. Kidd 4 /28/2016
Gary G. Johnson 4 /28/2005 John C. Van Epps 4 /18/1998
Harold G. Knowlton II 4 /28/1975 Bruce A. Kather 4 /23/2015
Craig G. Montgomery 4 /21/1984 Jeffrie L. Sanzi 4 /24/2012
Gordon M. Petersen 4 /9 /1979 Gerald T. Larson 4 /21/2009
Shawn M. Barker 4 /15/2008
Ricky L. Rencher 4 /30/2009
William L. Strickland 4 /25/1974
Robert W. Wright 4 /9 /1960
Birthdays!
Happy Birthday to All!
Charles J. Cheetham 4 /27/ Mark A. Nelson 4 /13/
Steven M. Clifton 4 /4 / Earl K. Paasch 4 /28/
Sidney S. Duke 4 /16/ Douglas S. Robertson 4 /28/
Larry A. Gorelick 4 /19/ Frank P. Visceglie 4 /27/
Roger W. Hall 4 /10/ Allen F. Wilcox 4 /2 /
David C. Hermundson 4 /27/ Gary W. Williams 4 /29/
John C. Hohlfeld Jr 4 /27/
Kenyon L. Hunt 4 /22/
W. Elliot Kleinman 4 /5 /
Gerard T. Lyle Jr 4 /28/
Willotte D. Medow 4 /6 /
Eric J. Meyers 4 /11/Past Master’s fellowship
The Past Master’s Fellowship (PMF) of Sun City Lodge is scheduled to next meet on Tuesday,
13 April 2021 beginning at 8:30 AM in the Jackson Room of the Sun City Masonic Center.
Face Mask is required for building entry.
There will be ZOOM Session for this gathering. Contact Dave Miller (602.317.6136, dmil-
ler154@cox.net) for specific information involving the ZOOM Session connectivity.
The Past Master’s Fellowship meeting in April will complete reviewing recommendations for the Silver Trowel and
Beehive Special Recognitions that the Past Master’s Fellowship presents each year to deserving Master Masons in
Sun City Lodge.
The Past Master’s have set up collection barrels for the recycling of aluminum cans and clear plastic bottles. These
collection barrels are located in the South entranceway for the Sun City Masonic Center. Everyone using the Cen-
ter is encouraged to bring these used items that they have available for recycling and deposit the items in the des-
ignated barrel. Proceeds from the collected items assist the Past Master’s Fellowship to support various Sun City
Lodge activities and recognitions.
For additional information, contact Pat Hayes at 602.570.5684 or pmhayes1@cox.net.
Oasis Chapter N0 15 Royal Arch Masons
Meets at Sun City Lodge No72
The April meeting of Oasis Chapter will be held at the Sun City Masonic Center on Friday 16 April 2021. This meeting
will include the election of Chapter Officers for 2021/2022. The meeting will be a combination of physical ‘in person’
meeting and a shared Zoom Session. Meeting begins at 7:00 PM. Several Companions gather for dinner at a local
restaurant prior to the meeting. Face Mask is required for admission into the building and during the meeting.
Oasis Chapter conferred the Most Excellent Master Degree on Friday, 12 March. Plans are underway to confer the
Royal Arch Degree on Friday, 07 May beginning at 7:00 PM. Face Mask is required for admission into the building
and during the degree conferral. There will be no Zoom Session established for this activity.
At the 19 February Oasis Chapter Meeting, Past High Priest Al Wilcox was presented with his Past High Priest Apron.
Appearing in the picture below is, from the left, Al Wilcox wearing his Past High Priest Apron, and Mark Nelson,
acting High Priest for the Oasis Chapter meeting.
Contact Pat Hayes (602.570.5684, pmhayes1@cox.net) to confirm dinner and Zoom ar-
rangements for the April 2021 activities.
Oasis Chapter RAM meets on the third Friday each month.
Pot Luck. 6:30PM Education. 7:00PM Meeting. 7:30 PMStewart Council No 16 Cryptic Masons
Meets at Sun City Lodge N0 72
The April meeting of Stewart Council will be held at the Sun City Masonic Center on Monday 26 April 2021. This
meeting will include Annual Meeting activity such as the election of 2021/2022 Officers. The meeting will be a com-
bination of physical ‘in person’ meeting and a shared Zoom Session. Meeting begins at 7:00 PM. Several Compan-
ions gather for dinner at a local restaurant prior to the meeting. Face Mask is required for admission into the Ma-
sonic Center and the meeting.
Contact Pat Hayes at 602.570.5684 or pmhayes1@cox.net for further Stewart Council information, dinner arrange-
ments information, and to confirm the April 2021 meeting Zoom arrangements.
Stewart Council meets on the forth Monday of each month
Pot luck dinner at 6:30PM Education 7:00 PM Meeting at 7:30 PM
Saint Andrew commandery no 17
meet at sun city lodge no72
The April Conclave of St Andrew Commandery will be held at the Sun City Masonic Center on Saturday 10 April
2021. This Conclave will include the election of 2021/2022 Officers. The meeting will be a combination of physical
‘in person’ meeting and a shared Zoom Session. Conclave opens at 9:00AM. Face Mask is required for building
premises admission and the meeting.
Immediately following the conclusion of the Conclave Session, the Sir Knights of St Andrew Commandery and their
Ladies and friends will take time to observe the special occasion of Easter. The resurrection of our Lord and Savior
Jesus Christ, the Captain of our Salvation, is a special time for all Knights Templar, withersoever dispersed.
St Andrew Commandery meets monthly on the 2nd Saturday except for the month of August. During August, the
Arizona Grand York Rite Sessions are held. For further information regarding the meeting and Zoom Session, con-
tact Pat Hayes, Commandery Recorder, at 602.570.5684, pmhayes1@cox.net.
St Andrew meets on the second Saturday of each month, Officers,
sword and ritual training at 7:30AM coffee & donuts 8:00AM
Conclave at 9:00AMSun city west High Twelve club The Sun City West High 12 Club met on Friday, 12 March 2021 at the Royal Café Restaurant, 10793 W Grand Ave- nue in Sun City. This was the last breakfast meeting of the Club until this Fall. The Sun City West High 12 Club will begin Summer Luncheons on Friday, 09 April at 12 Noon at the Royal Café Res- taurant, 10793 W Grand Avenue in Sun City. To plan for seating, please RSVP to Dave Miller at 602.317.6136 or dmiller154@cox.net. Any Master Mason is welcome to join the Sun City West High 12 Club on the 2 nd Friday of the month. Meetings are in a local restaurant. Spouses are welcome to join in the gathering. For additional Club meeting information, contact Jeff Sam- uelson at 623.876.8911, jsamuelson14@msn.com.
QADESH TEMPLE # 35 SUN CITY NILE CLUB
April 2021
An Easter Wish to one and all
Wishing you the hope and beauty of springtime and the promise of brighter days.
Dear Sun City Nile Club Ladies,
We are having a meeting on April 5, 2021 as that is the time for our club to have the installation of our officers for the next term – these
officers being the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Chaplain. So be sure to attend this meeting and welcome our new
officers.
So we be able to have a treat for everyone attending this meeting as certain items of food are being allowed in the lodge. We are hoping
we can do this for our April meeting.
Reminder – your Temple dues must be paid first - $30.00 - before you can pay your club dues of $15.00. You must show your current Tem-
ple dues card at this time.
Yours truly
Pr Dora Nickell, PresidentVALLEY OF THE SUN DEMOLAY
DeMolay Chapter and State Association events and activities have been planned to include physical involvement and electronic access to
address the concerns identified through continuing concerns involving COVID .
On Sunday, 07 March, a new Corps of Officers was installed for the Valley of the Sun Chapter. The newly installed Valley of the Sun Chapter
Officers are:
Master Councilor – CJ Liguori
Senior Councilor – Kyle Enriquez
Junior Councilor – Marshall Cantrell
The Arizona State DeMolay Association is planning an Annual Convention in 2021 and activity is already underway in developing the pro-
gramming and Ad Book. Masonic groups, as well as individuals, can support the Valley of the Sun DeMolay Chapter by purchasing space in
the 2021 Convention Ad Book. Pricing and spacing information is available from Dad Dave Zaucha (623.236.6307 or
VOTS.Chair@azdemolay.org). Support for Masonic youth groups is important at any time but particularly in this time of reduced social in-
teraction and visibility.
Valley of DeMolay is a Masonic youth organization for young men. To be eligible to join DeMolay, three simple requirements need to be
met by the applicant:
+ You are a young man between the ages of 12 and 21;
+ You are of good moral character; and,
+ And you believe in a supreme being (all religions welcome).
The members engage in a variety of service and fun activities. Service events include working with adult Masonic groups and working in
local community charity events. DeMolay members enjoy social activities with members of locally Masonic sponsored Rainbow Girl Assem-
blies and Job’s Daughter Bethels, as well as recreational events involving sports and electronic game challenges. The Chapter events and
meetings are planned and run by the youth Chapter officers with guidance from the Dad Advisor.
Valley of the Sun Chapter now is regularly meeting at the Sun City Masonic Center.
The Chapter meets the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 4:00 PM
Currently, local Master Masons serving on the Valley of the Sun Chapter Advisory Council include: Bryon Howe; Steve Liguori; Matt Link;
and David Zaucha.
For further information about becoming a member of DeMolay or how to become a member of the Advisory Council, contact David Zaucha
at 623.236.6307 or VOTS.Chair@azdemolay.org.
Below is a picture of the immediate Past Chapter Master Councilor, Nolan Dosch. He served 2 terms in the East and provided critical lead-
ership for the growth of the Chapter.
Also included below is a picture of the Valley of the Sun DeMolay Chapter Team which participated in DeMolay State activities at the Arizo-
na Archery Club.JOBS DAUGHTERS, BETHEL 22
Job’s Daughters Bethel 22
April 2021
Well our Bethel 22 is still on vacation as our daughters are traveling to different areas of the valley. Still can’t tell
you as to where we are, but we are trying to put some fun into our travels as we meet other daughters of the or-
der.
There have been installations in some of the other Bethels which our daughters have been to.
Currently there is information out about the upcoming Supreme Bethel Session and the SBHQ letter of intent. Also
information regarding the upcoming Miss International Job’s Daughter pageant with a letter of intent.
With all that information we are wishing any daughter who has a desire to send in a letter of intent and meets the
qualifications, good luck in your endeavor.
Stay tuned for future events & goings on within our Bethel.Peoria CHAPTER 59 ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR
PEORIA CHAPTER #59
Order of the Eastern Star
GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER 2021 HAS BEEN CANCELLED by Most Worthy Grand Matron Marianne Shen-
efelt and Most Worthy Grand Patron Henry Martin. More details will be released in the future.
The Chapter welcomed THREE new members at our March 24 meeting. Brother David Hinton was welcomed as a
plural member and the Degrees were conferred upon Sisters Rebecca Hinton and Teri Graham. We welcome you and
know you will be wonderful assets to our Chapter.
Peoria #59 continues to support the community. Riverview Elementary School was presented a $250 donation to
help purchase their needed school supplies. We usually collect them throughout the year, but our collections are not as
plentiful since the pandemic has messed with our lives! The Chapter voted to provide the donation instead of goods
for this year.
Mark June 19 on your calendar! Wii bowling returns to Sun City Lodge with the joint effort of Sunnyslope #47 and
Peoria #59. There will be four-person teams and the cost will be $5 per person. Contact Brother Perry Cazazza, PGP,
to sign up.
At the General Grand Chapter Session 2018, the membership approved the adoption of a primary, identifying, and
permanent charity for our Order, OES Service Dogs. The Order of the Eastern Star advocates for qualified Service
Dog programs and provides financial assistance to such organizations, aiding their efforts to serve mankind and to
allow individuals to achieve independence. This worldwide organization’s charity is found in 26 countries and pro-
vides service dogs that can make a difference in the lives of those who need them. Individual Chapters provide sup-
port to their local service dog charities.
The service animals are taught to pick up items for their owners, open/close drawers, fetch or assist with mobility
and stability, and much more. There is a large spectrum of disabilities who benefit from the use of a service dog. Vet-
erans with PTSD or missing limbs, and individuals with special needs who have such medical conditions as autism,
epilepsy, or diabetes to name a few.
An example of an Arizona charity that is supported by some Chapters of Arizona Eastern Star is Handi-Dogs in
Tucson. This 501(c)(3) organization is a professionally guided owner-trained program that helps people train their
own dog to become a service dog; however, they do not provide trained dogs. The Handi-Dogs organization is
dedicated to providing specialized training to people and their dogs to enhance independence and quality of life. The
company trains for:
Diabetes Alert -- Blood glucose levels must be regularly out of control.
Hearing Alert
Mobility Assistance
Psychiatric Assistance
Seizure Response
For more information go to www.handi-dogs.org. To donate to the Eastern Star Service Dog project, contact Peoria
Chapter.
What is a service dog? A service dog is a dog specifically trained to perform work for a person with a disabil-
ity. Service dogs are valued working partners and companions to over 80 million Americans. Common service
dog breeds include German Shepherds, Labs, and Golden Retrievers.Ad space is now available on the Trestleboard. You may purchase a business card
size for $120 for one year, or a larger ad for $200 for one year. (10 issues) Please
support our Brothers and Friends of the Lodge who advertise in our Trestleboard.
Contact: Richard Flinton 623-889-5772 rflinton@comcast.net
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