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NAVAL LODGE No. 87 VISION STATEMENT
Naval Lodge attracts and brings together good men of diverse generational,
racial, religious, and cultural backgrounds for self improvement,friendship, and service;
Because, We provide an authentic initiatory experience and engaging educationprograms based on a tradition of living and animate speech to effect a
personal transformation that inspires each man to a principle driven wayof life based on brotherly love, relief and truth.
The Vallejo Masonic News Issue: February 2018
Volume 5, Issue 2Published Monthly (except July)
By Naval Lodge No. 87Free and Accepted Masons of California
Publisher: Worshipful. Rollie Q. Caabay e-mail: [email protected]
Editor: Bro. Colin D. Amato Telephone: (707) 655-6975
e-mail: [email protected]
Vallejo Masonic NewsFriend to Friend, Brother to Brother
February 2018
MASTER Rollie Q. Caabay(Sophie)
Home: 707-558-8793/ Cell: 707-246-6376 [email protected]
SENIOR WARDEN Manuel “Sam” C. Sarmiento(Marilyn)
JUNIOR WARDEN
Gudalupe Thomas (Anita)Cellular: (510) 375-7126
TREASURER
Mario Cruz (Alejandra)(707) 373-2030
SECRETARY
Barry Hughes PM (Judy) 707-333-7866
SENIOR DEACON Mervyn B. Nicholas(Vera)
JUNIOR DEACON Troy Ruiz(Ludmilla)
(707) 342-6644 [email protected]
SENIOR STEWARD
Bryan Sheilds (Tatiyana)Home: (415) 446-8676
Email: [email protected]
JUNIOR STEWARD Brando Cruz (Marion)Home: (707) 853-3034
Email: [email protected]
MARSHALL Armand Ballesil (415) 370-6537
CHAPLAIN John Snell (Veltha)
(707) [email protected]
ORGANIST Eric Leigh Throne (Kerby)
(707) [email protected]
TILER Mike Nesmith
(707) 554-4937Email: [email protected]
OFFICER’S COACH Keith Wattles (Kim)
INSPECTOR OF THE 131st MASONIC DISTRICT
John L. Wasson PM (Pat) 707-552-2869
Officers of Naval Lodge No. 87
NAVAL LODGE 872018 COMMITTEES
AUDIT LODGE ALBERT LAWSON, PM (CHAIRMAN), MICHAEL WOODRUFF PM,
Armand Ballesil, PM
SMTAPresident-DENNIS TIMMONS, Vice President- MERVYN NICHOLAS,
Secretary-JOHN SNELL PM, CFO-KEITH WATTLES PM
AUDIT SMTA V. THOMAS LANGFORD PM (CHAIRMAN), ANTHONY LUNA
MEMBERSHIP RETENTION ROLANDO CAABAY(CHAIRMAN), MANUEL SARMIENTO. GUADALUPE THOMAS, PM
CANDIDATE COACHINGMANUEL SARMIENTO
CHARITY ROLANDO CAABAY(CHAIRMAN), MANUEL SARMIENTO, GUADALUPE THOMAS, PM
ENTERTAINMENT VIRGILIO LINTAG CHAIRMAN), TONY BUBAN, PREME MONTA
FINANCEWILLIAM HEMS III (CHAIRMAN), FABIAN GIATTI , MANUEL SARMEINTO
FUNERAL V. THOMAS LANGFORD PM, JOHN WASSON PM, KEITH WATTLES PM, MANUEL SARMIENTO,
JOHN WASSON, PM
LIBRARYCOLIN AMATO
MASONIC FORMATIONKEITH WATTLES PM
MASONIC HOMES ENDOWMENTGERALD BETTMAN (CHAIRMAN), JOSE FERRER
PHONE TREEBARRY HUGHES PM
NAVAL LODGE 872018 COMMITTEES
(Continued)
PUBLIC SCHOOLS GERALD BETTMAN PM (CHAIRMAN),RICK LAUZIERE, PM
SCHOLARSHIPGERALD BETTMAN PM (CHAIRMAN), RICK LAUZIERE PM, GUADALUPE THOMAS, PM
SMEF (ELECTED) ALBERT LAWSON (PRESIDENT), GLENN MUNKERS, JIM JAEGER,
ROLLIE CAABAY, JOSE FERRER, MANUEL SARMIENTO
TRESTLE BOARD ROLLANDO CAABAY(Publisher) & COLIN AMATO(Editor)
TRUSTEES (ELECTED)GLENN MUNKRES, PM (CHAIRMAN), GUY BENJAMIN, DOUG CAMPBELL
WEBMASTERJOAQUIN LOAYZA
YOUTH ORDERS JIM JAEGER (CHAIRMAN), GERALD BETTMAN, SETH THOMAS
SUNSHINE MANUEL SARMIENTO (CHAIRMAN), ALBERT LAWSON PM,
PREME MONTA
LODGE HISTORIANCOLIN AMATO
MEMBERSHIP PARTICIPATION AMBASSADORSBILL HEMS (CHAIRMAN)
MIKE NESMITHNATHAN WALKER
MARIO CRUZ
PROPERTY COMMITTEEBILL HEMS(CHAIRMAN)
MIKE NESMITH
MARIO CRUZ
From the Master in the East Worshipful Rollie Caabay
FROM THE EAST
New Year is upon us and I’m hoping that all of you are all refreshed and energized. We have on our plate a host ofactvites that for some of us will be tasked but I have faith that all of these can be dealt with endeavor to keep ourpassion and commitment. Again, I am calling the Corps of Ofcers to extend our patence and perseverance bymeetng to comply the needs of our Lodge.
Our membership development program is doing well and good. We raised Bro. Nathan Walker on January 18, 2018, tothe sublime degree of Master Mason. My brother Congratulaton on your becoming a Master Mason and welcome tothe fold and to the uncommon fellowship that is Freemasonry. Also at this tme I would like to congratulate thefollowing Brothers Linsao and Roberson for being initated as an Entered Apprentce Mason on January 25, 2018. It’s aquite long wait but I considered worth waitng. These are the fruit of our labors. Working collectvely, we are able toachieve great things. I congratulate all the ofcers and side liners for their fexibility in helping on our degree workswhenever we needed you.
To be a Master Mason, is already an accomplishment but to stay and be in a good standing is a signifcantachievement. On February 2, 2018, I would like you to join me and Honored Brother Rey Santago, who was therecipient of the 50th Veteran’s Golden Award. This is truly a magnifcent and monotonous accomplishment.Congratulaton’s Brother (Kuyang) Rey.
Well, in few days our Secretary and Treasurer will have their retreat. We can pick their brains when they come backafer that seminar. The Grand Lodge should have some very good informaton to be relayed towards the respectveLodges.
Brethren a simple reminder, please don’t forget the “RED Heart” February 14th..
Fraternally,
Rollie Caabay, Worshipful Master
From the Senior in the West From the Junior in the SouthAs the Sun at Meridian Height
•Demolay International Chevalier Degree Investiture“It is an ancient custom to give honors to whom honors are due.” On Sunday, January 11, 2018, the Degree of Chevalier wasinvested upon Worshipful Brother Gerald Bettman, a SeniorDemolay, for his many years of service to our youth groups.The Degree of Chevalier is the highest honor that an ActiveDeMolay can receive. This honor is also granted to a SeniorDeMolay. The Degree is a citation for outstanding andmarked DeMolay Activity and labor. DeMolay Internationalconfers the Degree upon members of the Order who haveperformed unusual and meritorious service on behalf of theOrder. The degree cannot be applied for, and the nominationis made without the knowledge of the person to be honored.The unanimous vote of the DeMolay International Council, atits regular session, is required to elect a nominee. Pleasetake time to congratulate Wor. Bro. Bettman for hisinvestiture of the Chevalier Degree.
Congratulations are also due to Brother Ray Santiago, whowill be presented his Golden Veteran’s Award (50 years inFreemasonary) on Friday, February 2, 2018. Dinner will beserved starting at 7:00 PM with the presentation immediatleyfollowing. Officers DRESS SLACKS & BARONG, attendeesSEMI-CASUAL DRESS. Come out and enjoy a good mealand congratulate Bro, Santiago on this wonderfulachievement.NO CHARGE FOR THE MEAL,
FEBUARY STATED MEETING DINNER: Mac&Cheese,Mashed Potatoes, Collard Greens, Baked Chicken, Corn Bread,Sweet Potato Pie and all of the fixings. Come out and enjoy thisspecial meal. Cost $5.00 each.
As your Junior Warden, I thank all who assisted during thestated/potluck dinner and throughout the month of January at ourrehearsals and conferrals. A special thanks to Wor. Barry Hughes& Brother Ralph Lindeman for cooking such a wonderful meal andto our Stewards and brother volunteers who helped clean up thedining room and kitchen.Your assistance is greatly appreciatedespecially now that we no longer have a Facilities Manager
February 4th is Superbowl Sunday. We will be servinghamburgers, hot dogs, hot links and the usual fixings. Our pre-game fun starts at 2:00PM, and we will start serving our gamemeal about 3:00PM. Our Chief Cook for this event is Wor. AlbertLawson, assisted by Bro. Michael Johnson. The game kicks off at3:30PM. The cost is $5.00 per person, bring a guest or two andmake it a great afternoon cheering your team and hanging withfriends and family.
Note: I will need some volunteers to setup, cook and cleanup.Please call or text me @ (510) 375-7126, if you are able to help.Volunteers please show up at about 12:30pm so we can prepare forthe event.
FROM THE SOUTHGUADALUPE THOMAS, JW
THE SUN IS IN THE WEST
Brethren, Congratulations to our newlyraised brother, Nathan Walker who have justcompleted his Third Degree conferral lastThursday, 01/18/2017. This is a great startand we should be able to continue to domore conferrals in the coming months. I’d liketo give a shot out to the coaches and sideliners who made it possible for us to havemeaningful rehearsals and conferrals.
I’ve discussed with the Junior WardenWB Commander Thomas that we shouldarrange the Junior Warden’s room in thebasement for easy access to the decorations,equipment, linens and other items wenormally use for our function. I took themeasurements of the shelves and I will buythe clear plastic containers for storage for aquick inventory. I will request some of ouryounger members to assist me with thisproject.
The other next project we will be embarkingon will be the side deck of the Lodge. WBKeith Wattles will be requesting for volunteersto support us with this construction.Materials are available now and we’re justwaiting for a better weather to commencewith this mission.
At this time, I’d like to express my sentimentthat I am very pleased with the direction weare heading with the activities we have in theLodge. We just need to be focused andmaintain our course. To my brethren who areunder the weather, we are praying for youspeedy recovery.
Again, thank you for all your support.
Fraternally and On the Level,Manuel “Sam” SarmientoSenior Warden
HistoryFrom The Junior Warden
FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH. In the United States, the month of February is observed asBlack History Month or National African American History Month, and we use the month to remember theimportant contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout our nation’s history. Thecelebration is felt nationally and worldwide as many organizations, cities, states and countries host events thateducate on the rich culture and memorable figures of African American history. As a new month ofremembrance begins, let us consider the important reasons why Black History Month is observed each year.
From the earliest days of the African presence in the United States, they have contributed to the fiber ofAmerican culture, ranging from useful inventions to innovative musical interludes, and beyond. AfricianAmericans have served and died in defense of their adopted homeland. The individuals that make up the wholeof the Africian American population, have offered up their talents to forward the cause of peace and prosperityin America.
The following individuals have been selected from thousands of examples of selfless acts, sacrificing, in somecases giving their own lives for the betterment of all. Obviously, this list provides only a small sample of thesecourageous Americans.
William H. Carney, Civil War Hero, 1842-1908-Sgt Carney was the first Africian American to beawarded the Medal of Honor.
W.C. Handy, Blues Composer, 1873-1958, Known as the “Father of the Blues”.
Mamie Smith, Vaudeville Singer, Dancer, Pianist, Actress, Blues Singer, 1883-1946, First AfricianAmerican to make vocal blues recordings in 1920.
Bemjamin O. Davis Sr., Army General, 1877-1970, First Africian American to obtain the Rank ofGeneral in the U,S, Army.
Jack Johnson, Pugilist, 1878-1946, First Black Heavyweight Boxing Champion of the world.
Twenty-four Inch GaugeThe following brethren have been reported to be incapacitated.
Please let them know that you are thinking of them.
Peter Axtman Brad Larson Russell Parker-Taft
February Anniversaries Brother
Brown 27Brown 50Buban 39Comelo 17Cowgill 64Dolan 11Go 4Hollister 29Johnson 0Luna 4Neblett 55Ruiz 1Schofield 62Tanasescu 17Thomas 8
William A. PrattGus QuezonRey Santiago
Horia TanasescuFabian Giatti
February Birthdays Brother
Balot 03Sweatfield 03Hallett 05Cruz 07Manfredi 11Santos 11Frost 12Hoover 12Guison 16O'Brien 18Santiago 22Clutter 23Martin 23Demmon 26Wong 26
