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Brethren and Friends all,
Old Man Winter has moved into Ohio and set up camp. It’s a good time to check in on your friends and neighbors.
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The Grand Lodge of Ohio was saddened to report the Zanesville Masonic Temple, home to The Lodge of Amity No. 5, was destroyed by fire on January 6, 2022. The temple which stood for almost 120 years, also served many community businesses. Although their historical treasures were lost, The Lodge of Amity No. 5 will continue to stand strong in Zanesville, Ohio.
The outpouring of support they have received has come from Masons, Lodges and Jurisdictions across North America. Another example of what Masons do to offer relief whenever and wherever needed.
It’s also a good time for us all to reflect on how well our own Lodge or home is prepared for such a catastrophe. Do you have historical treasures that cannot be replaced? Possibly artwork, literature, hand crafted items, keepsakes that are on display in your Lodge or home that are not secure and protected. It’s a good time for all of us to review how well we are prepared if our own Lodge or home faced such a tragedy.
I’m proud to be an Ohio Freemason, standing alongside my Brothers from The Lodge of Amity No. 5. They are a true example that the Lodge is not the building, but the Lodge is the Brethren. Thank you Brethren for living your Masonic tenets every day. Zanesville is fortunate to have you as a part of their community.
It’s an honor to serve the Grand Lodge of Ohio. The office staff is committed to serving you, so please call on us if we can be of any assistance.
It’s a Great Day for Freemasonry! Keith W. Newton, PGM, Grand Secretary
fourth generAtion MiAMisburg MAson instAlled As MAster!
Minerva Lodge #98 held its annual Installation of Officers ceremony on November 20th and made history. At just twenty-three years old, Brother Nick Gore became one of the youngest elected Master since Minerva Lodge was chartered in 1843. Gore submitted his petition as soon as he turned nineteen in 2017 and has been an active Mason ever since. In his remarks, he noted that he wants to focus on the traditions of the Lodge and Masonry in his year, not surprising for a young man with his Masonic background.
He is a fourth generation Master Mason, following his greatgrandfather, Charles, in February 1956; his grandfather, Rick, in March 1993; and his father, Rex, in April 2010. WM Nick is the third generation to serve as Worshipful Master in less than a decade. Rick Gore led the Lodge in 2014 and Rex Gore served in 2017.
The Masonic tradition continues. WB Rick Gore has another son, David, who joined in 2013. WB Rex Gore’s second son, Jake, is eager to join once he finishes his active duty in the United States Marines in December 2022 as well.
Wb diCk rose
veteran, lawyer, mason
Richard “Dick” Rose was born in Ashtabula on Sept. 24, 1920. Dick Graduated from Shaw High School and went on to earn a Business Administration degree from Western Reserve University. He was just months shy of completing his Juris Doctorate when the United States entered World War II.
Rose being a life-long lover of boats immediately enlisted in the Navy. He was then commissioned in under six months as a commanding officer on a PT boat used for air and sea rescue in the Pacific. He was assigned to Long Beach, California Navel Station. During this time his commanding officer, Robert Montgomery (actor, director, and producer) took a liking to him in. Due to their relationship during downtime Dick’s boat and crew were used in several films such as the 1945 musical/comedy “Bring on the Girls,” about a millionaire who joins the Navy to find a girl. During this time, he met and formed bonds with many actors, such as James Cagney.
Discharged from the Navy in January 1947 Rose returned to Law school and moved back to Ashtabula County to practice law. Rose and his wife “Jean” raised five children, eight grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren!
On May 5, 1948, Dick petitioned Orion Lodge No. 353 in Kingsville, Ohio. He was a firstgeneration Mason and had started to notice gentlemen he encountered in his work were all Masons. He finally asked one of them how he could become one and the rest is history! By June 28, 1948 Dick was raised to the Sublime Degree of Master Mason. Rose almost immediately jumped into the officer line and started learning ritual as fast as he could. During his journey through the chairs, he successfully gave all three charges and lectures. In November of 1955, Dick was installed as Worshipful Master of Orion Lodge No. 353. Of his year in the East and his journey through the chairs, he said he was proud of the accomplishment of becoming Master and learning the Charges/Lectures. Rose said, “You don’t get to the East without hard work and dedication.”
Rose who resides in a nursing home is still sharp as a tack. He reads the Wall Street Journal daily and listens to audio books courtesy of the Library of Congress program that they send for free! He also has a complete set of 79 hours of the King James Bible and New International version to keep him on top of the Bible study class he leads at the Villa. Rose is the oldest living member of Orion Lodge and come this September he will turn 102 years old!
Thank you, Worshipful Brother Rose for your service to our Country and to our Fraternity! SMIB!
AppreciAtion for the Service of our Brethren
THANK YOU!!
The Grand Lodge of Ohio would like to highlight our Brothers who also serve their communities and districts as Elected Sheriff’s. There are 19 current County Sheriff’s in office who are Freemasons with many others who are either retired or Deputies! Thank You for being Pillars of the Community working to make our world a better place!
Bro. Rob Streck Montgomery County 2nd District Alpha Lodge No. 729
Bro. Tracy Evans Pike County 7th District Orient Lodge No. 321
Bro. Doug Engle Defiance County 5th District Hicksville Lodge No. 478
Bro. Jeff Lawless Lawrence County 12th District Lawrence Lodge No. 198
Bro. Gordon Ellis Brown County 6th District Russellville Lodge No. 166
Bro. Kimmy Rogers Adams County 7th District Winchester Lodge No. 236
Bro. Alex Lape
Bro. Scott Crawford
Bro. Todd Corbin Huron County 16th District Mt. Vernon Lodge No. 64
Bro. Jason E. Mackie Noble County 18th District Olive Lodge No. 210
Bro. David M. Lucas Belmont County 23rd District Friendship Lodge No. 89
Bro. Brian McLaughlin Columbiana County 24th District East Palestine Lodge No. 417
Bro. Rodney Smith Athens County 17th District Coolville Lodge No. 337
Bro. Travis Hutchinson Wayne County 20th District Ebenezer Lodge No. 33
Bro. Fred J. Abdalla Jefferson County 24th District Jenkins Lodge No 471
Bro. Bruce Zuchowski
Bro. Larry Mincks, Sr.
Bro. George Maier Stark County 21 District William McKinley Lodge No. 431
Bro. Dale Williams Carroll County 24th District Carroll Lodge No. 124
