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The TrestleboardVenice Masonic Lodge No. 301 F. & A. M.Chartered on the 18th day of April, 1951

November 2014 Volume 64 Issue 11Stated Communications

Held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7:30 pm

Family Dinner on 3rd Monday at 6:00 pm

Venice Masonic Lodge No. 301 F. & A. M.118 E. Venice Ave.,Venice FL 34285

http://www.trowel.com/flamason/Venice301/index.html

W:. Stephen C. Murphy, Worshipful Master Tel: (941) 662-0471

VENICE LODGE NO. 301 F.& A.M.

APPENDANT ORDERS

Scottish Rite/Master of Kadosh ILL. Barry D. Hart 544-5550

York Chapter No. 35Excellent High Priest: Jeffery T. Lawrence 315-5300

York Venice Council 41ILL Master: John “Jud” Powell 350-8028

Commandery/Eminent Commander: Todd Meschelle 737-1978

Recorder forCommandery: Gerald E. Goacher, PEC 923-2665

Recorder for Council& Chapter John F. Wermann, KYCH 492-2284

2014 OFFICERS

W:. Master: W:. Steve Murphy 662-0471Sr. Warden: Br. Derek Lynn (703) 407-3137Jr. Warden: Br. Mark Baltimore 716-2898Treasurer: W:. Dwight Ridgeway 807-5690Secretary: W:. Jeffrey Pick 993-0990Sr. Deacon: Br. Scott Steelman 725-0599Jr. Deacon: Br. Gene Scheuring 204-6226Marshal: W:. Lou Kelly 468-2318Chaplain: Br. John Greene 232-8239Sr. Steward: Br. Ed Schuan 681-6365Jr Steward: Br. Marcel Leclerc (207) 754-5556Tyler: Br. Walt Milne 266-6212Organist: Br. Ron McLeod 330-6991

COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN

Board of Relief W:.M:. Steve Murphy 662-0471By-Laws: R:.W:. John Wermann 492-2284Education: R:.W:. Barry D. Hart 544-5550Electronic Media:

(Facebook) W:. Hampton Crimi 468-0578Finance: Br. Derek Lynn (703) 407-3137Funerals: W:. Lou Ortt 485-5313Greeters: Br. Derek Lynn (703) 407-3137Investigations: Br. Mark Baltimore 716-2898Lodge Instruction& Catechism: W:. Lou Kelly 468-2318Lodge Property: W:. Lou Kelly 468-2318MentorsChairman: W:. Lou Kelly 468-2318Petitions: W:. Jeff Pick 993-0990Publicity: Br. Edward Shauan 681-6365Scholarships: W:.M:.Steve Murphy 662-0471Telephone Tree: Br. Derek Lynn (703) 407-3137TransportationCoordinator: W Lou Ortt 485-5313Vigilance & Charity Br. Mark Baltimore 716-2898Chaplin: Br. John Greene III 232-8239Monthly MealsChairman: Br. Mark Baltimore 716-2898

All telephone numbers are area code 941 unless otherwise indicated.

DDGM R:.W:. Allen Sorbie 232-1494

District Instructor: R:.H:. Ron Baber 748-7938

From The East

Brethren,

I must begin this note by expressing my gratitude to the York Rite TrinityCommandery No.16 and the York Rite Council No. 41 for their most generousdonations for the replacement of the air handlers in our Lodge. Brothers RayKildisas, Paul Noller and W:. Jeff Pick have also donated generously to the cause.The replacement of the air handlers was an unexpected expense that we arehoping to recover from by receiving donations from our affiliated Masonic Bodiesand most of all from our Lodge Brothers. Any Brother wishing to donate to thiscause is asked to contact W:.M:. Steve Murphy or W:. Secretary Jeff Pick or justsend your donation to: Venice Lodge No. 301 (memo) building fund. All addresses

can be found on this Trestleboard.

The Sun Fiesta was a great success and I would like to thank each and every Brother and Ladywho took time out of their weekend to volunteer and help at the Brat & Hotdog stand. We mayhave broken a record this year because the weather was perfect and the crowds were hungry.Next year we have permission to serve Corndogs! The Corndogs are very popular at this eventand we expect to sell plenty of them in addition to our Brat’s and Hotdogs. The addition ofCorndogs to our menu will require a lot more work, so we will need more volunteers next year tomake this venture a success.

“Tis the Season” and we are collecting canned goods for the All Faiths Food Bank to help themfeed the less fortunate in our community. I am asking that each Brother when coming to theLodge meetings, bring along two cans each for our donation to this worthy cause. We can’tforget the kiddies who’s parents have a hard time making ends meet around Christmas time. Wecan make some little guy or girl very happy this year when they find something under their treegiven to them by the Toys for Tots organization. Toys for Tots needs our help by collectingdonated unwrapped toys in a special box that will be placed in the foyer of the Lodge just for thatpurpose. Please be generous and put a smile on a youngsters face.

At our first meeting in November we will read the petitions for two petitioners and ballot on twoother petitioners. It is very important to have our Lodge grow and it is also very important that ourmembers be present to take part in the balloting procedure. If you wish to have YOUR ballot castyou must attend this meeting.

Our second meeting of the month of November will honor our Lodge Widows I will try to getinvitations out to each of the Ladies but if any Brother knows of a widow of one of our pastmembers please contact me so I can be sure to invite them. This meeting will also recognize theWidow Sons Organization and the great work that they do.

Fraternally,W:. Steve Murphy, Worshipful Master

4From The West

The Sun Fiesta was a big success and the lodge receivedmuch needed funds. I wish to thank the volunteers andbrothers who gave their time so readily over the weekend ofthe 17th, 18th, 19th November, in assisting the lodge withthis annual event, the Chair for this event was myself, and Iwish to thank the numerous brethren who made staffing this event a greatsuccess, to numerous to mention you all know who you are, a very bighearted thank you from me, in making this Sun Fiesta a great success.Worshipful Lou Kelly used is vehicle to bring the trailer and other suppliesfor set up, I had an excellent set up crew, who did an outstanding job inorganizing the set up and also tearing down. Br. John Greene worked in thekitchen on the Friday morning preparing the condiments; he also purchasedall our supplies for the event, thank you Br. Greene. The team ended upselling all our Brats and Hotdogs with the exception of 5 hotdogs left.

On attending the Grand Masters visit, in Sarasota our lodge was wellrepresented, the meal provided was outstanding in the Shrine we shouldhave the visit their every year. Our own Br. Ed Shauan was the mastermindbehind the dinner.

Remember at this time of the year our own Masonic home and its residents.The annual visitation to the Masonic home will be December 19th, for theresidents Christmas party, is a standing tradition for Venice Lodge membersto attend; it brings great cheer to the residents of the home. Hope to seemore members attending this year, time it starts is 10.00am. Our next lodgemeeting will be November 3rd 2013 at 7.30pm.

Br. Derek Lynn SW

Brethren:

From The South

Brethren,

On Monday November 10th at 7:00 pm we will be holding an EA Degree. Iwould love to see the sidelines full of Brothers for that event. Please comeout and support our team and the, to be, newly obligated Brothers. Therewill be light refreshments served after the degree as well.

The Sun Fiesta was a great success thanks to so many Brothers andLadies. I have never seen so many people work so well together. BrothersLynn and Greene deserve a special THANK YOU for their outstandingwork.

Chef Deb will be doing another great Family Dinner on the third Monday of November.Please come and join us for some great food and fellowship. We always are in needof help before and after the meals. Contact me at ( baltimore711@yahoo.com ) if youcan provide any assistance.

I hope that everyone has a good Thanksgiving. Congradulations to Br. Ed and LadySarah Shauan on the birth of their new baby.

Our Charity for November will be " All Faiths Food Bank ".

Fraternally,Br. Mark Baltimore JW

Family Dinner Menu

Please come and enjoy the Dinner and Fellowship withFriends and Brothers !

Roasted Chicken, Dressing, Cranberry Sauce, Veggies,Biscuits and a Special Desert

Hot Coffee and Iced Tea

BOOSTERSWe would like to thank the following Brothers for supporting our Lodge

GOLD $50

W:. Richard Geraci

R:.W:. Barry D. Hart

Br. Ray Kildisas

W:.M:. Steve Murphy

Br. Paul Noller

WE NEED YOUR HELP TO OFFSET THE COST OFOUR NEW A/C HANDLERS

GOLD $50

CHAPLAIN’S CORNERSickness and Distress

By: Br. John GreeneBr. John Lewis had his Gall Bladder removed and is under going Rehab Therapy athome. Br. John is currently up and around and he is in great sprits and says hello toeveryone.

R:.W:. Rodger Craig is recovering at his home from a recent surgery but the word is thathe will soon be returning to the Lodge.

W:. Lou Kelly has recovered from his ailments and is back to working on the manyprojects he has going in the Lodge.

Br. Stan Preston, Chaplin for Phoenix Lodge No. 346 has passed to that “ House notmade with hands “ on Sunday morning Nov 2, 2014

It seems that the Power of Prayer is strong in Venice Lodge so remember to say aspecial Prayer for W:. Malcolm Ryder as he recovers from his recent injuries.

Please keep these Brothers in your thoughts and prayers.

Venice Masonic Lodge 301

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W:. Jeff Pick

W:. Dwight Ridgeway

R:.W:. John Wermann

R:.W:. Eric West

YOURNAMEHERE

SILVER $35

BRONZE $25

Lee BrinerPhilippe George V.

Canlers-MemRichard CerviJohn CoffeyRodger CraigHampton CrimiMaurice Dalton Sr.Frederick EllisSteven EllisDavid FarleyLes FrisbyRichard Geraci

Barry D HartHarold L. Jones-Mem.Rocky KearneyLouie KellyRobert KernJohn LattaRobert Mac AlvanahJoseph MadrakLouis MarchettiRobert MartinGerald MaxeyClark McClellandRonald Morrison

Paul NollerEarl OrthLouis OrttJeffrey PickBlair PostDwight RidgewayB. John RossEdward Schwenk-Mem.Glenn Miller Smith-Hon.Joseph StellaRichard TacyRobert Duane Trump-Hon.John WermannEric WestJohn Winters

DISTRICT 27 LODGES

Manatee Lodge No.31: 402 15th St. E., Bradenton, FL 34208 1st/3rd Mon. 7:30 pm

Braidentown Lodge No.99: 520 30th Ave. W., Bradenton, FL 34205 - 1st/3rd Tues. 7:30 pm

Palmetto Lodge No.110: 402 15th St. E., Bradenton, FL 34208 - 2nd/4th Tues. 7:30 pm

Sarasota Lodge No.147: 2160 Main St., Sarasota, FL 34237 - 2nd/4th Tues. 7:30 pm

Phoenix Lodge No.346: 240 S.Tuttle Ave., Sarasota, FL 34237 - 1st/3rd Tues. 7:30

Englewood Lodge No.360: 265 Pine St., Englewood, FL 34223 - 1st/3rd Tues. 7:30 pm

North Port Lodge No.406: 5900 S. Biscayne Blvd., North Port, FL 34287 - 2nd/4th Wed. 7:00 pm

HELP YOURSELF - HELP YOUR LODGEIT IS ONCE - IT IS FOREVER

PERPETUAL MEMBERS

Current PetitionersMicah J. Wemes

David M. Green

11/02/2013 John Fowler

11/08/1962 Charles Regan

11/08/1980 Bruce Downing

11/10/1961 Peter Dittmer

11/13/1993 Charles Carpenter III

11/13/1993 Ralph Ellingsen Sr

11/13/2006 Dwight Ridgeway

11/15/1966 Frederic Shattuck Jr

11/15/1994 Walter Milne

11/16/1985 Charles Hodges

CHARITY OF THE MONTH

11/16/1985 Donald Jones

11/16/1985 Robert Strayer Jr

11/19/1976 Gary “Rocky” Kearney

11/20/2006 Daniel Boles

11/22/2008 James Cross

11/22/2008 John Hinshaw

11/22/2008 Scott Sams

11/22/2008 Myron Storch

11/26/1968 Eric Geistert

11/28/1960 Richard Geraci

11/30/1991 James Tallman

Masonic Birthdays

Masons of the Year1993 Br. Steve Yosman 2000 W:. Richard Tacy 2007 R:.W:. Rodger Craig

1994 W:. Louis Ortt 2001 W:. Malcolm Ryder 2008 Br. John Lewis

1995 W:. David Harris Jr. 2002 W:. B. John Ross 2009 Br. John Greene

1996 W:. B. John Ross 2003 R:.W:. Rodger Craig 2010 Br. John Greene

1996 W:. Malcolm Ryder 2004 R:.W:. Rodger Craig 2011 Br. John Greene

1997 Br. Don Needham 2005 R:.W:. John Wermann 2012 No Award Given

1998 Br. Donald Smith 2006 W:. Hampton Crimi 2013 Br. Mark Baltimore

1999 W:. Malcolm Ryder 2006 R:.W:. John Wermann 2013 W:. Lou Kelly

2000 W:. Malcom Ryder 2007 R:.W:. John Wermann

All Faiths Food Bank

MASONIC EDUCATIONSubmitted by : W:. Hampton Crimi

TEN MASTER MASONS

Ten Master Masons, happy, doing fine;One listened to a rumor, then there were nine.

Nine Master Masons, faithful, never late;One didn't like the "Master," then there were eight. Eight Master Masons, on their way to heaven;One joined to many clubs, then there were seven.

Seven Master Masons, life dealt some hard licks;One grew discouraged, then there were six.

Six Master Masons, all very much alive;One lost his interest, then there were five.

Five Master Masons, wishing there were more;Got into a great dispute, then there were four.

Four Master Masons, busy as could be;One didn't like the programs, then there were three. Three Master Masons, was one of them you?

One grew tired of all the work, then there were two. Two Master Masons with so much to be done;

One said "What's the use," then there was one. One Master Mason, found a brother -- true!

Brought him to the Lodge, then there were two. Two Master Masons didn't find work a bore;Each brought another, then there were four.

Four Master Masons saved their Lodges fate;By showing others kindness, then there were eight.

Eight Master Masons, loving their Lodges bright sheen;Talked so much about it, they soon counted sixteen. Sixteen Master Masons, to their obligations true;Were pleased when their number went to thirty-two. So we can't put our troubles at the Lodges door;

It's our fault for harming the Lodge we adore.Don't fuss about the programs or the "Master" in the East; Keep your obligation by serving even the very least.

Author Unknown

Where To Find More InformationVenice Lodge Website (Latest Trestleboard can befound here):http://www.trowel.com/flamason/Venice301/index.html

Florida Grand Lodge Website:http://www.glflamason.org/

District 27 Calendar Website:http://www.calsplus.com/flamasondist27For a printed copy of this Trestleboard push Ctrl + P

1982 Maurice M. Dalton Sr. -DDGM

1983 d James Oakley1984 George DeNeen1985 C. Bruce Jones1986 d William W. Brooks1987 Rodger L. Craig Sr. -

DDGM1988 Richard Cervi - DDGM1989 d Ralph Wilkinson1990 Robert B. Strayer Jr.1991 d Robert J. Lane1992 Curtis Bradley1993 B. David Harris Jr.1994 Stephen H. Clark - DDGM1995 Malcolm B. Ryder1996 Louie E. Kelly1997 Frederick Ellis1998 Richard Tacy1999 Steve Ellis2000 Eric B. West - DDGM2001 B. John Ross2002 John F. Wermann - DDGM2003 Hampton Crimi2004 Robert Kern2005 Louis H. Ortt2006 Donald Hixon2007 Joseph Stella2008 G. Rocky Kearney2009 John Hobeika2010 John Latta2011 Barry D. Hart - DDGM2012 Louis Marchetti2013 Jeffrey Pick

DDGM - Deputy District Grand Master

1951 d Forest Chapman1952 d C. Allen Pattison - DDGM1953 d Elihu B. Roberts1954 d Sanford Smith1955 d Robert Bruce Rigby Sr.1956 d Carl Cribbs1957 d Malcolm A. Miner1958 d George R. Mitchell1959 d Irvin H. Jones1960 d Joseph Jossart1961 d Thomas Hankins1962 d John A. Nelson1963 Lee G. Briner1964 d George R. Collett Jr. - DDGM1965 d William Hendrix1966 Richard Geraci1967 d Wade H. Ballard Sr.1968 d Willaim A. Cultice1969 d Paul Lanius - DDGM/DI1970 d A. Bradford Smith1971 Roger Isphording1972 d Larry Jeffrey1973 d Hubert Palmer - DI1974 d Joseph Bezjian1975 d Donald A. Richard1976 d Forest L. Foster1977 d Harold L. Jones - 21978 d Hudson W. McCoy1979 d John P. Haus1980 d George A. Carver III1981 d Harold L. Jones - 2

d - DeceasedDI - District Instructor

Venice Lodge No. 301 Past Masters

Getting ready for the long weekend selling Brats and Hotdog's at theVenice Sun Fiesta we see Brothers Don Coulter, Mark Baltimoreand W:. Joe Stella. These are just a few of the many Brothers thatshowed up to make this year the most successful year in the historyof Venice Lodge’s effort at this fundraiser.

W:.M:. Steve Murphy turns over the Traveling Gavel to W:.M:. MikeCullen from North Port Lodge No, 406 W:. Mike had around a dozen

members with him to retrieve the Gavel and take it for a vacation backto their lodge. We at Venice Lodge only have to wait 30 days before we

can go to North Port Lodge and bring it back home.

News from Venice Lodge No. 301

The key for the chain locks in the parking lots is on the bulletin boardinside the East entrance door on the right.

Remember to order your Tee Shirts, please contact Br. John Greeneat (JHGLLL@comcast.net) The first order has arrived and has beendistributed. If you want to receive your order by mail, contact Br.John with any information that he may require.

The locks on the front and rear doors have been re-keyed.Replacement keys are available to any member who feels he has aneed for one just see W:.M:. Steve Murphy or W:. Secretary Jeff Pickfor a new key.

Please make sure that the Lodge is securely locked when youleave. The thermostat should be set to 82 degrees and if you hearany water running give the toilet handles a jiggle.

There is still plenty of time to add your name to the BOOSTERS listany amount will be accepted and appreciated! Remember that westill have to pay off our new air handlers and donations of any kindwill be gratefully accepted.

If your 2014 dues are in arrears, and you WANT to pay but just can’tfor some reason, please contact our secretary W:. Jeff Pick to seewhat can be done to help you. If you would like to pay by creditcard please call W:. Pick.

We are here and willing to help a Brother in need.

If anyone is interested in becoming a Perpetual Member, now wouldbe a great time to do so. Our Secretary ( W:. Jeff Pick ) has theinformation you’ll need to make an intelligent decision. Let himknow if you would like to discuss becoming a Perpetual Member.Help yourself and help your Lodge. Remember it is once and it isForever.

The air conditioner in the Lodge HAS BEEN REPAIRED so BusinessAttire will be the dress code for all future Lodge meetings.

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Y O R K R IT E M A S O N S

Royal Arch - 2nd Thurs.At Sarasota #147 - 7:30 pm

Council - 3rd Fri.At Venice # 301 - 7:30

Commandery1st Thurs. - 7:30 pm

Odd months at Bradenton # 99Even months at Venice # 301

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V E N IC E S H R IN E C L U B

President Jim Fahey

941-223-6533Meeting Place: Crossroads Restaurant385 U.S. Hwy 41 BYP N., Venice FLMeets 3rd Tuesday of each month at11:00 a.m.

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