Village Voice - Summer 2012

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Summer 2012 Vol. 22, No. 3

Earning More Than Medals

In this Issue The Journey They Call Eden . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . p. 2 Bridging Ideas Earns Staff and Resident Honors . p. 3 Sturgeon Health Care Center Nears Completion . p. 3 Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill Announces Expansion and Renovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 3 Staff Spotlight: Tom Tannozzini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 4

Making Strides for Women on the Water . . . . . . . p. 5 American Heroes Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 5 Hand in Hand, Together Volunteers Can! . . . . . . p. 7 Living Sky High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 8 Congrats, Grads! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 9 Village Happenings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pp. 10-11 Doing Her Own Thing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12 A Fan for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12

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A Common Thread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 13 Health Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 14 Tech Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 15 The Kindness Gene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 16 Mission of Love Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 16 Memorial Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pp. 17-19 Honorarium Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 19 Hospice Care Memorial Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 19

A publication of the Masonic Villages of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania

Village Voice

A message from

Summer 2012

Joseph E. Murphy, N.H.A., chief executive officer

The Village Voice is published four times per year.

The Masonic Villages, which include the Masonic Village at Dallas, the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, the Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill, the Masonic Village at Sewickley and the Masonic Village at Warminster, are owned and operated by the Right Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania.

Members of: LeadingAge LeadingAgePA Kairos Health Systems Masonic Communities and Services Association

Admissions to the Masonic Villages are governed by the Committee on Masonic Homes, members of which are elected by the Grand Lodge. The Committee on Masonic Homes approves or disapproves applications for admission primarily on the basis of need. Decisions concerning admission, the provision of services and referrals of residents are not based upon the applicant’s race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, familial status, age, sex, limited English proficiency or any other protected status.

The Masonic Villages is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Village Voice Staff

Debra L. Davis editor/public relations coordinator, Elizabethtown Editorial Board Louisa West administrative assistant, Lafayette Hill

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ooking toward the future of Masonic Villages, with an eye on the past and an ear on the present, leadership have been presenting Master Plans for our Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill and Sewickley locations to residents and staff.

We’re looking for feedback on these plans, none of which are set in stone. The changes represented in these plans might take place over the next five to 10 years. We will provide you with updates as any part of these plans moves forward for active consideration. Feel free to contact me at 717-367-1121, ext. 33262 with any questions.

The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania has owned and operated the Masonic Villages as an unincorporated charitable unit since 1910. After careful review, in December 2011, the Grand Lodge determined it would be beneficial to operate the Masonic Villages through a nonprofit corporation, and directed the governing committee and officers of the Masonic Villages to accomplish this with as little disruption to residents and employees as possible.

The Masonic Home of Pennsylvania, a Pennsylvania corporation, was formed in 1871, and operated a long-term care facility in the Philadelphia area independent of the Grand Lodge until 2004. In 2004, the Grand Lodge acquired the assets and assumed control of the corporation and its operations. This facility is our Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill. We determined that the simplest way to transition to a nonprofit corporation is to transfer all operations (including all assets and liabilities) to the Masonic Home of Pennsylvania, effective Jan. 1, 2013. When this occurs, our corporation will have 142 years of Pennsylvania Masons’ involvement in our Mission of Love.

Masonic Villages’ staff is working to seamlessly conclude the transaction, which requires a lot of changes with names on licenses and other documents which we use every day. As we make this legal form change, our focus remains on our dedication to services for our residents and support for our employees who bring our Mission of Love to life.

This issue of the Village Voice focuses on several residents who have worked hard throughout their lives and strived for excellence – on the water, in the air, on the court, in the classroom and beyond. Much like the Olympic athletes who recently competed in London, their perseverance serves as an inspiration to us all in our daily lives.

Sincerely,

Karen Hammond activities supervisor/concierge, Sewickley Cynthia B. Hollinger volunteers director, Elizabethtown Trisha Lamb activities director, Warminster

NEXT DEADLINE: Submissions for the fall issue of the Village Voice are due Sept. 3.

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The Journey They Call Eden

ongratulations to staff and residents at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown and Masonic Village at Warminster for renewing their status as certified Eden Alternative® communities. The Eden Alternative® impacts the lives of Masonic Villages’ residents every day, and yet, it is sometimes difficult to put into words how valuable the principles are to our organization’s culture. During her Eden Associate training class, Sheree Beard, health information management (HIM) manager in Elizabethtown, wrote a poem to express what the Eden Alternative® means to her.

Suggestions and submissions for consideration can be sent to: Public Relations Department Masonic Village One Masonic Drive Elizabethtown, PA 17022 or emailed to pr@masonicvillagespa.org For more information, call 717-367-1121, ext. 33529.

On the cover: Group photo by Lindsay de Bien, public relations coordinator. Inset photos by Elizabethtown resident Wils Kile and Debra Davis, public relations coordinator.

We’ve worked in long-term care and questioned what that means.

Then Dr. Thomas, through Susan Berta, taught us to make teams.

We honor elders’ choices.

We honor elders’ wishes.

They can choose a nap time, or help to do the dishes.

This journey they call EDEN, a trip we all can share.

It’s not a destination; it’s in the way we care.

It took some time to get here.

We worked with regulations.

It took some extra effort.

It took a lot of patience.

We learned there are 10 principles; our focus is on eight.

We hope that we inspire you to make EDEN outcomes great.

Our teams, they manage conflict.

Decisions ... WE help to make, To rid of loneliness, helplessness and boredom, We know are each a plague.

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Linda Tressler executive assistant, human resources, Elizabethtown

Once there were assignments all driven from the top.

But now we’ve learned from EDEN that this we now will stop.

All partners are now cross-trained; leaders use five keys.

Each partner is now part of a neighborhood or household team.

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We can do this as a team, and create changes on our own, To make our elders happy so they can call this home.

We hope that you will join us, It’s such a joy to “be,” When hearts are full, and days are filled with spontaneity.

Bridging Ideas Earns Staff and Resident Honors

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loria Althouse, a resident of the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, worked as a secretary for 27 years. The job helped pay her bills, but if you ask her what she did for a living, you’ll get a different answer. Her real passion – which recently led to an award for Masonic Village – was serving as a tour guide of Lancaster County’s Amish for 30 years.

It’s a passion that has followed her all her life. Now “retired,” she continues to read books by experts and follow news about the Amish. Since she started giving tours, her goal has always been to present an accurate picture of the Amish way of life and dispel the many myths surrounding their culture. “I won’t speak unless I’m sure of the answer,” she said.

Earlier this year, Gloria reminisced with Nancy Heffley, recreation coordinator, and Jolene Schweers, therapeutic recreation coordinator, about how she missed giving tours. Nancy and Jolene thought of a perfect way for Gloria to share her knowledge and entertain others. They started working with her to plan and lead two day-long bus tours for a total of 53 Masonic Village residents.

“We knew it was a success when the first trip filled up so quickly,” Nancy said. They scheduled a Masonic Village residents on their Amish tour second tour and “within two days, the second one filled up.” Some residents who went the first time enjoyed it so much, they signed up for the second tour but were willing to give up their seats for those who hadn’t experienced it.

The tour stopped at Eli Stoltzfus Crafts; Bird-in-Hand Bakery; an Amish cemetery, schoolhouse and farm; and ended with lunch at Dienner’s Country Restaurant. Residents only needed money for lunch and any souvenirs they wanted.

“I loved every minute of it,” Gloria said. “It keeps me in tune and keeps my mind refreshed. You’re doing me a favor by letting me do it.”

“She is so driven,” Jolene said. “You could see her passion. She did the entire tour by memory. And it’s not just history. She uses humor and makes it interesting. I grew up in Lancaster, and she shared things I didn’t know.”

This team effort led to Masonic Village’s Therapeutic Recreation Department winning the Outstanding Programming Award at the 44th Annual Pennsylvania Therapeutic Recreation Institute (PTRI). A good way to hear about and share program ideas, as well as network, the PTRI conference was co-chaired by Kirk Rakos, therapeutic recreation supervisor in Elizabethtown, and Karen Hammond, activities director/concierge in Sewickley, and several employees participated as speakers and attendees.

“It’s always great to receive recognition for your efforts in your job,” Jolene said. “But it’s seldom accomplished with just one individual or department. … [Therapeutic recreation] is the bridge between everyone’s Jolene, Gloria and Nancy with their award skills and ideas. Gloria is such an expert, and we appreciate her willingness to volunteer.”

Sturgeon Health Care Center Nears Completion

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t’s beginning to become apparent how magnificent the new Sturgeon Health Care Center will look when the massive addition is completed. As the contractor, Weber Murphy Fox, Inc., puts the finishing touches on the two new wings that will house the new resident rooms, crews will move inside to begin renovation of the existing building.

To ensure the consistency and quality of each individual room, they constructed a model room, complete with furniture and decorations. A selection of staff and construction personnel have been able to see the new room, use it as a model and make recommendations on improvements.

The current phase of 88 private rooms and 20 shared private suites is expected to be complete by early September. After two successful inspections by the State in early September, the plan is to move residents into the new building in mid-September. Renovations to the existing building, which will include new kitchens, dining rooms and parlors, will begin in the fall.

Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill Announces Expansion and Renovations

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rowth is on the horizon for the Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill! The community is pre-marketing 45 brand new retirement living apartments to meet the growing need for active 60+ living in the Philadelphia area. Future residents may choose from a mix of one-bedroom, 1 1/2-bath apartments with approximately 800 sq. ft. of living space and two-bedroom, two-bath apartments with approximately 1,120 sq. ft. of living space. All of the apartments will feature a patio or balcony, walk-in closets and stainless steel appliances. These residences will bring the total number of retirement living apartments on the campus to 143.

Connected to the original building, the more than 62,000 sq. ft. addition will provide convenient indoor access to amenities and activities throughout the campus, as well as common areas and an interior courtyard for residents’ enjoyment.

At the same time the new building is being constructed, the façade of the existing building will be updated to match the significant renovations made to the interior over the past few years, giving it a more contemporary look.

Construction will begin once 70 percent of the apartments are reserved, and the project is expected to be complete in late 2013 or early 2014. If you or someone you know is interested in more information about these new accommodations, please contact the Marketing Office at 610-828-5760.

Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill expansion and façade improvements

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Staff Spotlight: Tom Tannozzini, executive chef

A Dash of Passion with a Side of Fun R

esidents of Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill have been enjoying some new options at dinner: steak and black bean chili, steak and bleu cheese pasta, chicken étouffée, Virginia oyster and ham pie, Italian pork stew, Moroccan lamb tagine, Key West marinated grilled pork chop, Genovese-style lamb stew, pork shank osso buco ragù over Israeli couscous and stuffed Italian meatloaf. Hungry, yet?

The creative taste buds behind these exotic dishes are those of Tom Tannozzini, executive chef.

“We have had excellent response to most of the items,” he said. “Many of our residents can’t wait to see what unique items we’ll be offering next.”

Tom’s goal is to make items which appeal to residents in terms of likability and diversity. The dining room has a daily specials list including a homemade soup, two appetizers and three entrées, one of which is generally a comfort food. With the addition of four daily entrées, residents have seven main items to choose from each day, as well as plain fish or grilled chicken. Tom adds food trends and nutritional appeal into this process. He uses the same approach in planning the Bistro menu and specials.

“Tom has worked on the products we use introducing many more fresh and raw products, increasing the amount of scratch items and items cooked ‘à la minute,’” Vincent Urbano, director of food services, said. “He has brought a very diverse background in culinary trends and ethnic foods and, hence, the ability to offer our residents a diversified menu.”

Tom has had an appetite for cooking since age 8.

His father found him a one-night-a-week “job” at a friend’s Italian restaurant where Tom stood on a milk crate making house salads and antipasto salads.

He attended a local cooking school in Hollywood, Fla., at age 12, and started his first official restaurant job “sud-busting” (dish washing). He went on to earn a hospitality management degree at Florida International University and worked for several chefs in Miami and Fort Lauderdale in the 1980s.

“There were lots of opportunities to learn some great cooking,” he said. “Some of the food trends at that time were Florribean cuisine, Cajun/Creole food and California cuisine.”

Tom went on to work in fine dining in New Orleans and then shifted to the business and industry side of cooking. Before arriving at Masonic Village in January 2012, he served as executive chef at Brittany Pointe Estates, an ACTS retirement community in Lansdale, Pa., for four years. He also worked as the executive chef at the Merck Training Center for five years.

“Tom is a very dedicated employee,” Vincent said. “He loves what he does, and it’s evident to the staff and residents and in the menus produced. His enthusiasm is infectious, which is great for staff building and development. He is always looking to expand the food service program and bring new dishes into the mix.”

Tom typically arrives to work at 10 a.m. and meets with his staff to make sure things are running smoothly, including Bistro specials and progress with the menus. After a daily managers’ meeting, he focuses on that day’s lineup with his staff to cover anything that needs to be communicated up or Tom’s Tasty Tips down the chain. The rest of the morning consists of training staff, helping in the Bistro and with your items in-house and 1. Make sure you have all daily prep work, as well as completing any office prepped before you start. work (menus, recipes, ordering, etc.). Then, he m roo to t is onto dinner service and expediting/directing r cuts of mea 2. Bring steaks and smalle . g) téin sau or ing the cooks, and checking and garnishing all the rill (g g temperature before cookin plates. . nly It makes them cook more eve “The work and dedication is very tough,” t before carving or res t mea r you of Tom said. “I have a great crew. The feedback all Let 3. from residents is tremendous.” . ing eat He also feels a kinship with Masonic fresh and in season.

4. Use ingredients which are Village since he is a member of the Kappa ent with recipes.

Sigma fraternity, which has Masonic roots, 5. Don’t be afraid to experim and was Grand Master of Ceremonies of his ! fun ve chapter in college for three years.

6. Ha The challenge of competing with other chefs (as well as the chance to win money, trips and other free stuff), inspires Tom to participate in cooking competitions. He won first place in “Beef. It’s what’s for Dinner” in the unique cuts division and received an all-expensespaid trip to Boston. He won second place in the National Maple Leaf Duck Contest (with his bourbon duck salad, shown left) in 2010, which included a $3,000 prize, and third place in the National Nutrition Contest for Premiere Foods, which earned him a free trip to Washington, D.C. Tom’s Chicken Savannah He also has taught cooking classes, appeared Seasonings: Other Ingredients: on several segments of a New Orleans cooking television show and a 1 ½ tsp. salt 1 stick of butter Philadelphia-area channel and was recently featured in FoodService 1 tsp. ground thyme 1 cup onion, minced Director, a professional trade magazine. His proudest achievement was ½ tsp. ground rosemary 4 cloves garlic, left whole receiving four stars from Florida Today in his own fine dining restaurant.

1 ½ tsp. white pepper 2 tbsp. garlic, minced “That was huge for me as a chef,” he said.

1 ½ tsp. garlic powder 1 cup chicken stock At home, Tom eats all kinds of different foods and cooks almost every ½ tsp. cayenne 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce night. Currently, he is grilling a lot. He turns the leftovers into salads, stews, 1 tsp. black pepper 3 bay leaves pasta and couscous dishes. His large vegetable and herb garden provides a 1 tsp. cumin 16 oz. tomato sauce variety of fresh options. When he goes out for dinner, he prefers restaurants 1 tsp. dried basil 1 green pepper, chopped (I use poblano) which serve ethnic foods like Vietnamese, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Creole 1 tbsp. honey and Southern.

2.5 lbs. boneless chicken (white & dark), cubed Mix in a small bowl and set aside Tom’s job is truly his hobby, but when he’s not cooking at work, 2 cups all purpose flour cooking for a contest or cooking at home, he loves to garden, listen to Cooking Instructions: blues music (he used to host a blues show on the radio), ride his bike on the Melt 1/2 the butter in a large skillet. Sauté onions and garlic cloves for 5 minutes. Add Perkiomen Trail, read, swim and travel with his wife. minced garlic and 1/3 seasoning and simmer about 8 minutes. Add stock and Worcestershire, “I love making folks happy with food, and creating fun and unique simmer 8 minutes. Add tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Add honey, peppers and bay leaf. dishes,” he said. “I really enjoy the different methods of cooking (grilling, Simmer 40 minutes. Meanwhile in another skillet, melt the other 1/2 of the butter. Roll chicken braising, sautéing, etc.) and the amazing variety of food styles. I also cubes into 1/3 of the seasoning. Add the remaining 1/3 seasoning to the flour and mix well. Then enjoy teaching my staff different cooking methods, as well as explaining add chicken to the pan. Brown nicely and drain off excess fat. Add to the finished sauce and how it works, why it works, and why and how different cultures use their braise on very low for about 20 minutes. Serve with fluffy white rice. indigenous ingredients to create their food.”

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Making Strides for Women on the Water

or the millions of drivers headed into Philadelphia from points west, the infamous Boathouse Row with its neat Victorian buildings outlined in lights after sunset, welcomes them to the city. For rowers from across the country, the National Historic Landmark is the center of the rowing community.

For Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill resident Ruth Robinhold Henderson, Boathouse Row, #14 Boathouse Row in particular, has held a special place in her heart for more than 70 years. The building is home to the Philadelphia Girls Rowing Club (PGRC), a place where female rowers of all ages can store equipment, showcase medals and photos and host events.

Dubbed “Queen of Boathouse Row,” Ruth recently took part in a celebration of the building’s 150th anniversary, and more importantly, what it did for women rowers looking for a place to call their own.

Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter attended the event and honored Ruth. “He kneeled down and told me how wonderful it was to meet me, and how nice it was I took care of the boathouse,” she said.

After overcoming her initial fear of turning over, Ruth fell in love with rowing at a young age. In 1938, she and three other rowers thought it was a shame there wasn’t a rowing house in Philadelphia for women since there was one for men. They worked with the local newspaper to publish a photo of themselves with their oars, inviting interested rowers to attend a meeting. Almost 100 women responded, but the number dwindled to 17 after the organizers announced a $5 monthly membership fee. Together, those 17 women, including Ruth, became the founding members of PGRC. The club soon began renting #14 Boathouse Row (14 Kelly Drive), former home of the Philadelphia Skating Club, and purchased it in 1962.

Ruth met her first husband, William Robinhold, at the boathouse next door. In 1940, The Philadelphia Inquirer published an article about their engagement, titled “ROWmance,” because of their success in the sport. William passed away in 2003.

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Above left, Ruth (shown with Dona File, vice president) speaks during #14 Boathouse Row’s 150th anniversary event. Above right, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter attended the celebration. Left, Ruth on the Schuylkill River in the 1940s.

American Heroes Tour T

he crash of Flight 93 on 9/11 into a field outside Shanksville and the Quecreek Mine Miracle Rescue in Somerset are imbedded in the minds of many Pennsylvanians and Americans. In remembrance of the lives lost and in honor of the lives saved, memorials have been dedicated at both accident sites. Residents of the Masonic Village at Sewickley embarked on an American Heroes Tour on June 27 to learn more about the unforgettable heroes who played a part in each event.

Resident Deane Hillegass participated in a similar tour through his church and thought Masonic Village residents would be interested in experiencing the sites. His idea was well-received by the 43 people who signed up for the trip.

Quecreek Mine Miracle Rescue On July 24, 2002, nine miners narrowly escaped 50 million gallons of water flooding into a mine 240 feet underground, while nine others remained trapped as the frigid water rose. Over the next four days, federal, state and local agencies, mining and other industries, local mine workers, emergency responders and members of the community, including landowners Bill and Lori Arnold, worked together to save the men. The incident led to improved mine safety regulations, mapping and drilling methods.

Dormel Farms is the site of the Quecreek Mine Miracle Rescue. In honor of the incident which captured the attention of people around the world, the Arnolds transformed part of their cow pasture into a memorial and educational center.

“The technology applied at Quecreek has since been used in other parts of the world for rescue efforts,” Deane said. “It was innovative.”

At the rescue site, visitors can see the 6-inch airshaft drilled to keep oxygen flowing to the trapped miners, walk up to the rescue shaft where the miners emerged and touch the rescue capsule. A 7-foot bronze statue of a coal miner (shown top left) honors all coal miners, and the Monument for Life is an arbor garden tribute to the 18 Quecreek miners who were in the mine that day. Nine evergreens encircle a red oak tree, and the evergreens are bound together with a cable, representing the miners who bound themselves together in the mine. Nine black granite monuments encircle another side of the red oak to honor the first nine miners who narrowly escaped the mine flood and became rescuers of their fellow miners.

“That was just an awfully awesome experience,” Deane said of the rescue. “I was in North Carolina at the time, and I was glued to the TV watching it unfold. It was the first time I can recall miners were rescued after being trapped more than 200 feet underground.”

Flight 93 National Memorial Shanksville, about 10 miles from Somerset, is home to the Flight 93 National Memorial. Shortly after 8 a.m. on Sept. 11, 2001, Flight 93 took off from Newark, N.J., en route to San Francisco. Over Cleveland, the plane took an abrupt turn as terrorists overtook it. By then, the 40 passengers and four-person crew knew what happened to the World Trade Center, and collectively decided to take control of the plane. Less than an hour after takeoff, the plane crashed into a field in Shanksville.

The first of three phases of the memorial has been completed. After passing through the Visitor Shelter (shown above) featuring a Leave Your Message wall, visitors walk along Memorial Plaza, a long sloping black wall (shown bottom left) marking the northern edge of the larger crash site and debris field. Visitors can leave tributes in small niches in the wall. This wall leads to the white marble Wall of Names, listing the passengers and flight crew. Beyond the wall is a gate to the impact site and a boulder marking the crash site. No one, with the exception of family members, is allowed to walk on these grounds.

“It’s a very solemn experience,” Deane said. “Almost the entire remains of the passengers are still in the ground. It’s hallowed ground.”

Based on residents’ reactions, he is planning another visit for 2014 when the entire memorial is expected to be finished.

“It’s so rewarding to go there and realize the sacrifice that those 40 passengers made for all of us,” he said.

Most of the residents had never been to either site and were thankful for the opportunity. “Without a doubt, people came back and said, ‘What an unbelievable trip and experience,’” Deane said. “They thought about going, but just never got there.”

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Earning More Than Medals A

s athletes from around the world competed in London at the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, senior athletes celebrated their achievements at local and state competitions. For Masonic Village at Elizabethtown residents Bob Gerlach, Bob Dudley, Peggy Adams and Carol Northey, competing is about much more than bringing home gold medals.

BETTER THAN MEDICINE Bob Gerlach worked hard in the construction industry, and after raising two children, looked forward to a retirement filled with vacations and relaxation. He soon found himself retiring early to care for his wife who faced an unknown illness, later identified as dementia. For seven years, he cared for her in their home and then visited her in the Masonic Health Care Center at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown for eight years.

Concerned for Bob’s health, his children and friends encouraged him to find something to distract him. As a child, he wasn’t able to play organized sports because of too many broken bones, and as soon as he was old enough, he had to find a job. As an adult, he tried golfing, but never caught “the bug.”

In 1998, he discovered badminton. One National Senior Games championship and countless state championships later, Bob credits badminton with helping to save his life.

One of the most popular sports in the world behind soccer, badminton is also one of the fastest racquet games in the world where the object doesn’t touch the ground. The shuttlecock, or birdie, has reached speeds of more than 200 mph in professional play. Constantly watching the birdie and your opponent leaves little time to think about other things, which is exactly what Bob needed.

“My mind runs at 110 mph, and I have to keep it occupied,” he said. “If you think about two things while playing badminton – you can’t – you lose.”

Bob also appreciates the physical benefits of badminton. “It helps with arthritis and can prevent diabetes. I enjoy it and enjoy the camaraderie. It gets me out. I’ve met people from all over the United States. I sleep better, too. To go to bed physically tired is better than mentally tired.”

Soon after his wife passed away in 2005, he had a stroke. He believes knowing the signs and getting himself to the hospital quickly, as well as being physically fit, helped with his speedy recovery. Two months later, he won the badminton championship at the National Senior Games in Pittsburgh.

Bob “The stress will kill you,” he said of caring for a Gerlach loved one. “On the court, you can hit that birdie as hard as you want – like you’re beating dementia. It’s better than medicine.”

The medals are nice, but they’re not what drive Bob to compete. He has donated all his medals, except his national championship, to the Masonic Children’s Home to reuse when the kids compete in activities. The best advice he heard was from an 82-yearold athlete: “Play hard. Play by the rules. Win without bragging. Lose without complaining.”

He is surrounded by inspiration, including a 96-year-old man who plays badminton at a recreation club in Elizabethtown where Bob

practices twice a week.

“Life was never given to us to be easy,” he said.

“Weigh what you can do and what you can’t. I did it.

You can’t sit and feel sorry for yourself. I’m glad for what I have.”

At the Pennsylvania Senior Games on July 26 and 27, Bob competed in pickleball and badminton.

He received four gold medals in badminton and two gold medals and one silver medal in pickleball, while also qualifying for the National Senior Games in Cleveland, Ohio, July 21 Aug. 5, 2013.

Bob picked up pickleball in 2011. A combination of ping pong, tennis and badminton, it is less aggressive and demanding than badminton. The sport was named for the dog of the man who created it.

Bob moved to Masonic Village at Elizabethtown in October 2011. He has since taken up walking with lightweight poles, or Nordic walking, around the campus’ more than six miles of paths. Nordic walking uses more energy than regular walking without feeling harder. It works out your upper body, helps with stability, improves posture and lessens walking’s impact on joints and leg muscles. He has influenced several other residents to try it.

“One of the great things about Masonic Village,” he said, “is you can do things you always thought you’d like to do, but never had the time.”

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU MIGHT DO Since he began competing in the Lancaster Senior Games in 2000, Bob Dudley has earned 80 medals which fill a closet in his home. In 2012, he earned 11 first place, one second place and two third place medals in his age bracket (90 and up).

“I’m going to go to 100 medals, and then I’ll give it up,” he said. “When you compete you get to use everything – mind and body. Anyone with a little energy should try it. You never know what you might do.”

Bob participates in basketball (foul shooting and hotshot), soccer penalty kick, 9-hole golf, longest drive, pitch ‘n putt, putting contest, Frisbee golf and Frisbee throw, bocce, bowling, shuffleboard and horseshoes. Basketball is his favorite event, although he admits his foul shots are more of a heave now than a shot.

As a child, Bob would ride his bike until the sun went down, roller skate and ice skate. He didn’t participate in any high school sports because of his small stature, and his hometown of Frackville didn’t offer organized sports until 1939, the year he graduated. In 1940, he entered the U.S. Navy where in between serving in the North Atlantic, South Pacific and China, he played basketball. He also played in a church softball league.

“I’m fortunate I can continue to do this,” he said. “I’ve always been active. You stay young that way.”

Bob moved to Masonic Village at Elizabethtown in 1999. After hearing about the Lancaster Senior Games, he and his late wife, Marie (his high school sweetheart whom, after being widowed, he married in 1995), thought they’d check it out. Marie won the spelling bee event, but Bob didn’t fare too well with pinochle. He later found his niche in sporting events.

To keep busy, Bob also coordinates a 9-hole golf game weekly for residents, enjoys puzzles and has a garden plot. He grows 33 tomato plants and three cherry plants and gives away 99 percent of his crop. His next adventure is attending his high school reunion in October with all students who graduated from Frackville High School between 1925 and 1978.

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asonic Villages wouldn’t be the same without the assistance of hundreds of volunteers across the state. Every year, during National Volunteer Celebration Week in April, we honor our volunteers with a special celebration as a token of appreciation (Masonic Village at Warminster will hold its event in the fall).

Volunteers help ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly and special events go off without a hitch. To those individuals and groups who give their time and talents to Masonic Villages Mission of Love, we extend a hand of gratitude for all your efforts!

Elizabethtown volunteers include (above) Juanita Keesey, Mary Mase, Howard Bradshaw and David Keesey; (left) Dolores Koser and Aaron Jaffe; and (right) Doris Davis and Rosemary Merwin.

Volunteers from Lafayette Hill: (above) Harriet Decker and Mae and J. Howard Hoch and (below) J.T. and Suzanne Sullivan.

In Sewickley, volunteers enjoyed a dessert social, caricatures and musical entertainment.

Everyone received a photo album as a favor.

Medals continued from previous page WHERE THERE’S A WILL, THERE’S A WAY Peggy Adams never considered herself athletic. As a young adult, she enjoyed dance and cheerleading. These days, you’ll find her walking everywhere – outside or on a treadmill at the Masonic Life Center.

After some encouragement from friends, despite her aversion to sports, she decided to try the Lancaster Senior Games. She started out participating in the walking event, but seven years later, now competes in four events and is looking to try more. In the 2012 Senior Games, she earned first place for her age bracket (90 and up) in softball, walking, Frisbee and the football toss.

“Someone just handed a football to me and told me to throw it,” she said.

“So I did. Next year, I’d like to try line dancing, tai chi and Zumba Gold. It’s not about winning – the medals are the last thing I think about. I truly like the social part and meeting new people from all over town. I think more people should be interested.”

At Masonic Village, Peggy volunteers at the visitors center, participates in the Sassy Steppers dance group, belongs to the Masonic Life Center and leads People in Motion three times a week for a half hour in her apartment building. The class focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of motion, and ends with a few dance steps.

“I like anything that’s active and keeps me moving,” she said. “That’s the secret to where I am today. I have macular degeneration, but where there’s a will, there’s a way.”

Before moving to Masonic Village in 2004, Peggy knew she wanted to live somewhere with good transportation and a gym. “Masonic Village had both,” she said. “It’s a wonderful place.”

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A COMPETITIVE SPIRIT Carol Northey has bowled since she was in high school and lived in Myrtle Beach, S.C., a golfer’s haven, so it is no surprise she earned first place at the 2012 Lancaster Senior Games in the bowling and putting events. Next year, she’d like to try the softball toss.

“I bowl all year round, and I would golf all year if not for the snow,” she said. “I’ve always had a competitive spirit. I don’t cry when I lose, but it’s fun to win!”

Carol, who has lived at Masonic Village for two years, also enjoys card games, stretch class and bocce. After watching Carol compete in the Senior Games, her husband, Bill, wants to give it a try next year.

“A lot of people aren’t aware of what goes on at the games,” she said.

“They think you have to be really good. You don’t.

It’s about having fun. I hope I can be out there at [Peggy’s] age.

“I appreciate what Masonic Village does in helping anyone who wants to participate by coordinating rides and getting us there.”

These four individuals are just a few of the many senior athletes residing at the Masonic Villages.

Residents from Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill will participate in their local Senior Games in September.

Whether in a formal competition or a friendly game for fun, active seniors set an example for all those around them.

“If I inspire one person to play – that’s worth it,” Bob Gerlach said. “Most people can’t believe I’m 80.

To motivate someone – that’s your purpose in life.”

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Living Sky High Editor’s note: Norman passed away on June 28 during the production of this magazine. His family agreed to share his story.

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orman Corlett had a big heart until his last breath. He even had a little jitterbug in his step. To anyone who knew him and his dedication to his family, neighbors, craft, community and country, this comes as no surprise.

As a young boy growing up in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia, Norman liked to play with model airplanes – a passion he carried with him for life. He was drafted into the U.S. Army Air Corps after high school in 1943. Reaching the rank of Sergeant 1st Class, he served in Active Duty until 1946 and the Reserves until 1952. He worked stateside as an aircraft mechanic, repairing P-47s, P-12s and B-17s.

Once out of the service, Norman worked a few mediocre or “Mickey Mouse” jobs, but soon realized he’d get nowhere with them. He attended school in Philadelphia to earn his airframe and powerplant (A & P) license, which the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) required for anyone working on an aircraft engine. As he sat through his classes, the biggest lesson he learned was, “They were only teaching me what I already knew,” he said. His years of service and hands-on training in the military more than prepared him to earn his license. He quit school, took the two-day FAA exam and passed. He also earned his private pilot’s license for small planes and sea planes.

“He passed everything,” his daughter, Donna Haehl, said. “He knew from the time he was child he wanted to be a mechanic. He was precise and strove for excellence – always.”

Norman worked at the Somerton “Flying Dutchman” Field and Northeast Philadelphia Airport repairing old planes, including a DC-3, an aircraft famous for revolutionizing air transport at that time. He later took a job with Boeing Vertol (now Mobility Division of Boeing Military Aircraft). Vertol, an abbreviation for Vertical Take Off and Landing, was the division responsible for helicopter production and design. He worked his way up the ladder and was promoted to foreman, but after wearing a suit and tie for a few days, decided it wasn’t for him. He liked using his hands to work on the planes, according to Donna, so he returned to his position as crew chief.

He traveled to New York, Japan, Rome and Paris to train mechanics and participate in air shows. He would travel in a helicopter full of engine parts and assemble them at each show. “I was able to take beautiful photos,” he said, as he traveled through Europe. “It was very interesting.”

When Norman wasn’t working on planes, he was flying them. He would swap his mechanical skills for flying time and fly over his neighborhood. Kids would come out of their houses and yell, “Hi, Mr. Corlett!” In response, he would tilt one of the plane’s wings and “wave.” In the air, Norman had no fear.

“His parents were on a church outing on the Delaware River,” Donna recalls, “when he flew his plane level with their boat. His mother hollered, ‘Norman, get that plane back up in the air where it belongs!’ He proceeded to go under a nearby bridge instead of over it.”

In 1972, during a flight test of a CH-47 Chinook helicopter, the pilot asked if Norman would ride along because he needed a crew chief. “Of course, big-hearted Norman said, ‘Sure,’” Norman recalled. “I usually wouldn’t fly unless I inspected the aircraft myself, but it had already been cleared for flight, so away we went.” Norman was standing next to the pilot as the chopper climbed 50 feet in the air, when all of sudden its nose titled upwards, throwing

“He loved to fly. There was never any wavering. It was truly a passion for his entire life.”

Norman to the rear of the chopper. It soon crashed to the ground and burst into flames. Norman broke his sternum in the accident.

“He earned the nickname Miracle Man. He promised my mother he wouldn’t do any more flight tests,” Donna said. “But he went right back to it.

He loved to fly. There was never any wavering. It was truly a passion for his entire life.”

Norman was well known in his neighborhood for fixing more than just aircrafts. “He would go out of his way to assist any of the neighbors with fixing things at their houses – painting, wallpaper, a clog in the sink and so on,” Donna said.

After 35 years, Norman retired. He continued his involvement with a radiocontrolled airplane club and volunteered at the American Helicopter Museum in West Chester and the Willow Grove Naval Air Station restoring aircrafts. Two of the aircrafts he restored are on display in the Smithsonian.

He moved to Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill in 2007, with his wife, Dorothy. Up until then, he lived in the same house for 50 years and was still mowing his lawn. “It was the best move for him,” Donna said. “It gave him a break, and he didn’t need to give up any of his hobbies. In fact, he picked up playing pool.” Norman has two daughters, six grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren.

The weekend before her father passed away, Donna and her son were visiting Norman. She left his room to talk with staff and when she returned, she found her son and “Pop Pop” looking through two photo albums of aircrafts.

Norman was able to share the name of every plane he worked on and flew.

“He was sharp and explained everything. He was always very outgoing and had a wonderful sense of humor,” Donna said. “During our last visit together, he talked about his love of dancing. I mentioned he was ‘King Jitterbug.’ He said, ‘I don’t know if I was the king, but I was pretty good.’ Later, as staff were helping him, he did a little dance. ‘If I can dance, I can dress myself,’ he told them. He was used to being in charge and was very determined. He used to pass people in the hallway with his walker.

“He had a zeal for life and lived it to the fullest.”

Making Strides continued from p. 5 Making a name for women in rowing took more than just a club and a building. It wasn’t until 1963 that the Schuylkill Navy of Philadelphia, the oldest amateur athletic governing body in the United States, recognized women rowers. “Every time we rode in a regatta, they always called it an exhibition,” Ruth said. “They never gave our names.”

The club made strides for women in the United States and beyond. In 1966, a team from PGRC won the first National Women’s Rowing Championship, and won it again in 1967. They later became the first women’s rowing club to represent the United States at the European Rowing Championships.

Home to Olympic, Masters and National Champions, building #14 is an integral part of female rowing past, present and future. It is also the oldest building on Boathouse Row and is in desperate need of repairs. PGRC is working to raise funds to restore it.

At age 99, Ruth is the only continuous member of PGRC since 1938. She last rowed on the Schuylkill River 15 years ago, but still attends every club meeting. Her name and photo adorn the walls of building #14, the club named four boats after her, and each year a trophy in her name is awarded at the Stotesbury Cup Regatta to the Girl’s Junior Quad, one of her favorite events. She donated a large beautiful wooden oar with 100 copper plates on it to the club.

Each plate is (or will be) engraved with the member’s name who rode the most miles. The record started at 45 miles and currently is in the thousands.

“That’s been my life – rowing,” Ruth said.

Ruth moved to the Masonic Village at Lafayette Hill in 2004. In 2007, she married fellow resident Richard Henderson. An avid gardener, she tends to a small garden outside her apartment. “We have a wonderful place,” she said. “I think it’s the best place in the whole building. It looks out onto Ridge Pike and a big green lawn.”

The next celebration Ruth is looking forward to is her 100th birthday in February. “Everyone is interested,” she said, of how she’ll mark the occasion.

“The rowing club is going to have a party. I thought I was old at 80!”

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Congrats, Grads!

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n May 25, the Masonic Children’s Home celebrated its 89th Annual Youth Appreciation Day in the Brossman Ballroom in Elizabethtown.

On this day, themed “Positive Attitude,” the children’s home recognized the children’s achievements by presenting awards, scholarships and certificates.

To kick off the program, four young ladies performed piano solos while guests enjoyed refreshments. Boys from Longdon Cottage led the Pledge of Allegiance and “Star Spangled Banner” before awards were presented to 39 children. Rev. A. Preston Van Deursen, alumni and director of pastoral care in Elizabethtown, gave each of the four graduates a Kindle and a gift card to download the Bible, since each children’s home resident has already been given a printed copy of the Bible.

Prior to Grand Master Jay Smith addressing the crowd of youth, families, employees, donors, Committee on Masonic Homes members and special guests from the Elizabethtown Area School District, the four seniors reflected on their time at the children’s home and everyone enjoyed a picture slideshow of the seniors growing up.

“Thank you so much for the chance to better my life,” senior Charity said, “and I hope others here will grow and do the same.”

After the awards ceremony, the seniors; Virginia Migrala, director of children’s services; Grand Master Smith; and Thomas Toscani, Committee on Masonic Homes, planted a tree at the site of the new Centennial Garden at the Masonic Children’s Home to symbolize the seniors’ lasting impact at the children’s home. The Centennial Garden will be an addition to the current garden, recognizing members of the Masonic Children’s Home Centennial Society. Donors who contribute to the children’s home in honor of its 100th anniversary in 2013 may join this society. The Donor Recognition Garden was also rededicated in honor of the new and faithful donors to the children’s home.

All of the seniors will pursue higher education thanks to the financial support of the Masonic fraternity and other donors. Charity moved to the Masonic Children’s Home on April 8, 2005, from Elizabethtown. She participated in cheerleading, track, cross-country, yearbook club, varsity club, Key Club and science club in addition to working at MoviE-town Cinemas.

Charity attends Lives Changed by Christ Church, where she participates in

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the youth group and has gone on missions trips to Belize and Haiti. She plans to attend Delaware Valley College this fall to become a veterinarian.

Gabriel will attend Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) before transferring to another school to major in exercise science. His goal is to become a personal trainer. This young man moved to the Masonic Children’s Home from Lancaster, Pa. on Dec. 9, 1998. A gifted athlete, he works out every day, participated on the football team and served as captain of the track team. In his spare time, Gabriel participated in science club, worked at Kmart and served on the Mini-Thon committee, which helped to raise more than $18,000 for children with cancer. “... I believe this place changed me for the better. It has been a journey that I will never forget,” Gabriel said.

Gerald moved to the Masonic Children’s Home on Feb. 6, 2012, from Elizabethtown. He maintained high standards for his academic coursework, participated in science club and volunteered at Rainbow’s End Youth Center in Mount Joy. This young man also enjoys and has played sports such as baseball, boxing, football and wrestling. Gerald plans to attend HACC for two years and transfer to a four-year college to become a social worker. “I believe I could be very good at this job because I have some experiences in life that could be similar to some people who are going through tough times,” Gerald said. “I enjoy living here at the Masonic Children’s Home. I believe this is the best thing to have ever happened in my life so far, and I will never forget all of what the children’s home has done for me.”

Jorge will take general courses at HACC and transfer to York College to study nursing. Ultimately, he hopes to work at a children’s cancer hospital. On April 13, 2009, Jorge moved to the Masonic Children’s Home from Lancaster.

The move provided the opportunity for Jorge to prioritize his schoolwork.

He participated in track, cross-country, running club and concert choir. He became involved in the community with activities such as volunteering at Water Street Rescue Mission and snow-shoveling driveways of Masonic Village residents. He also worked in food services at Masonic Village. “I do not know where I would be today without the dedication of my house parents and tutors directing, encouraging and persuading me to work hard,” Jorge said.

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The William Slater II Master Masons Club coordinated a trip to the bowling alley for residents of the Star Points personal care residence and Sturgeon Health Care Center in Sewickley. Aiming for a strike below are John Giovengo and Wayne Colteryahn.

Thanks to everyone who assisted with or supported the Spring Bazaar in Lafayette Hill. The event, which includes the sale of items donated and made by residents, staff and friends, netted $2,700. The funds will support resident programming and activities. Shown top are George Ginther, Bob Wentz and Bill Munholland. Bottom, Nelson Williams and Claire Dubin.

In Warminster, residents visited with some furry friends during a petting zoo in their own backyard. Below, Alice Boekenkamp pets a sheep and Mary Tait holds a chick.

Residents in Elizabethtown spent a beautiful spring day at Inner Harbor in Baltimore, Md. Shown are (l-r): Bill and Stella Johnson and Mike and Dorothy Lenker.

More than 900 people spent a summer evening with the Harrisburg Symphony, which put on a free performance in Elizabethtown for the community. Special thanks to the Masonic Village High Twelve Club for its assistance with parking.

Elizabethtown’s Retirement Living Resident Association made a $1,000 donation to Elizabethtown Area Education Foundation’s Investing in Our Children, Our Community, Our Future Capital Campaign.

Shown to the right, Walt Cook, president of the association, presents a check to Michele M. Balliet, Elizabethtown Area School District superintendent.

Veterans in Elizabethtown were invited to a program in May including patriotic music, greetings, posting of the flags and a brief video presentation, as well as time to socialize with other veterans. Shown above are John Milroy and Ray Simpson and Rita Warrick.

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Lafayette Hill residents celebrated Father’s Day with a beef dinner and beer. They also enjoyed local entertainer Lin D’ Andrea. Shown left are Norman Day and John Satterthwaite.

To welcome new neighbors to the community, about 40 residents in Dallas gathered in July for their third Annual Meet and Greet on the Irem Clubhouse patio. Shown above left, Linda and Bill Foster and right, Morgan Lewis, MaryAnne Johnson and Grace Redner.

The annual Spring Social is the social event of the year in Sewickley. This year’s evening featured a “A Toast to Broadway” theme with elegant black and white décor. Residents entered on a red carpet and enjoyed New York cocktails, including Manhattans and Long Island Iced Teas, amidst the sounds of show tunes. After Chef Jim’s fabulous dinner, they danced the night away to a live band in their sharp black and white attire. Shown above left, John and Lou Seifarth.

Happenings

The Masonic Village Travel Club also brought Hawaii to Elizabethtown!

Shown in top photo (standing) Emily Tumolo, Bill Norris and Barbara Zell and (sitting) Bette Norris and Jean Betz.

The luau featured the colorful story of a man (played by Rev. A. Preston Van Deursen, director of pastoral care) with many wives. Four male residents (Ron Kimberly, Bill Norris, Ray Betz and Jerry Kemmerer) paraded out in hula attire, but the most beloved wife of all waited until last when Brenda Van Deursen, executive assistant, surprised her husband by appearing at the event!

Residents in Warminster invited their families for a luau in June. Food, dancing and décor brought a little taste of Hawaii to Masonic Village. Below left, Tommy Wyland, dietary worker, and Patty Kostas. Below right, Bill, Diane and Shannon Harrar.

Celebrating Mother’s Day in Lafayette Hill are (top) Joyce Wallis and Elizabeth Burke and (bottom) Nancy Schultz and Marge English. The women were treated to tea and desserts and musical entertainment.

Lafayette Hill resident Robert Gordon, Fritz Lodge No. 308, Conshohocken (left), received his 50-year pin on March 28. He was pinned by resident Christian Reynolds, Fritz Lodge No. 308 (second from left); Ron Hilmer, Quakertown Lodge No. 512, Quakertown (right); and Richard Evans, Shiloh Lodge No. 558, Souderton and MacCalla Lodge No. 596, Souderton (second from right).

In June, residents of the Freemasons personal care building and Masonic Health Care Center in Elizabethtown hosted a “mega” yard sale. Among the goods for sale were handmade items, baked goods, books, artwork, clothing and much more. Each resident neighborhood will use its proceeds to benefit a Masonicaffiliated group of their choice.

Shown are (top) Dawn Christmas and (bottom) Vera Inshetski.

A great way to usher in the summer cookout season, residents in Sewickley gathered for the William Slater II Master Masons Club’s 8th annual picnic. In addition to picnic fare, attendees tried their hand at a bean bag toss and delighted in each other’s company.

Top photo, Joe and BJ Manzinger, and bottom photo, Paige Herbert with Ruth Devlin.

Esther Scheuermann, of Elizabethtown, spends her days baking and making candies for her friends throughout campus. When the girls from Umbaugh Cottage at the Masonic Children’s Home realized the woman providing the yummy goodies lived so close to home, Jeannie (shown next to Esther) decided to share some love in return. In June, the girls threw Esther a birthday party, complete with a cake they baked for her.

Thanks to the Aleppo Township Volunteer Fire Department for visiting the Masonic Village at Sewickley. Volunteers shared important information with residents about evacuation procedures during a fire alarm. After the presentation, they invited residents, including Barrett Oliver, shown above, to take an upclose look at their fire truck (which Masonic Village contributed funds toward in 2007) and a demonstration of its equipment.

Lafayette Hill residents, including Peter Heberer, traveled to Harrisburg to meet with Rep. Mike Gerber to discuss public transportation access.

The “Circle of Friends” was started last year when Michelle Boneventura, a music therapy intern in Sewickley, created an intergenerational group. It was so successful, staff kept the group going after she left. The “Grand Friends” (personal care residents) and kids from a prekindergarten class at the Masonic Village Child Care Center meet bi-weekly to play games, do crafts and make music together. Each child is matched up with a resident so they form a special relationship over the year. Above, the group participated in a graduation ceremony for the children who are going into kindergarten.

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Doing Her Own Thing

by Emily Greenly, public relations intern

rom the air to the sea, Georgianna Herdman, a resident of the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, has lived her life to the fullest.

At the age of 3, she took up the art of dance. At 20, she flew with the Civil Air Patrol during World War II. As an adult, she enjoys boating. Georgianna has a multitude of experiences under her belt and a series of stories to go along with them.

Georgianna was born in Philadelphia. After taking dance lessons as a young child, she danced in clubs, banquets and theatres. She took lessons on tumbling and even received a medal for her efforts. She was a tap dancer and an acrobat, too. Her endeavors took her to Miami, Fla., and New York, N.Y. “I just did my own thing,” she said.

Dance did not excite her as much as the thrill of flying airplanes.

Georgianna dancing at age 6 and at an airplane race in her early 20s Starting at the age of 18, she decided she wanted to become a pilot, but regulations required pilots to be at least 21 years old. Age wasn’t going to stop her from pursuing her love of flying, which according to Georgianna, is something “either you love or you don’t.” Her parents signed permission for her to fly solo.

“When I got my license, we had airplanes supplied by the Air Force, and we flew those out of Ambler Airport. We’d fly to different airports around Pennsylvania in formation to recruit cadets. We’d then take the new cadets in the air for their first time to give them a feel for flying. I gave them the basics,” she said.

She flew for about seven years during which time she met her husband, Thomas, who flew a B-24 bomber, at an airport in England. After they were married, they took up boating, mostly on the Chesapeake Bay and Sassafras River.

An avid traveler, Georgianna is no stranger to new places. She and Thomas traveled to Mexico and areas in the South Pacific such as Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Tonga and Fiji. “If you ever get a chance, [the South Pacific] is beautiful. The Caribbean is nice, too,” she said.

Besides boating and traveling, Georgianna also enjoys sewing and used to make all her own clothing.

A resident of Masonic Village since July 2009, she has lived in many places, including the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Texas.

“It seemed to be the sensible thing to do,” Georgianna said about her decision to move to Masonic Village. “My husband was a Mason and my father was a Past Master of his lodge. I heard about this place my whole life, [as] my father talked about it.

“It’s enjoyable and quiet, and the grounds are beautiful. I am very happy with my apartment.”

As a thank you for what Masonic Village has given to her, she supports the Masonic Charities, specifically the Tree of Life Fund. A dedication plaque has been placed outside the courtyard next to the Roosevelt Assembly Room in the Masonic Health Care Center in honor of Georgianna; her late Joseph E. Murphy, chief executive officer; Vicki Gillmore, husband, Bro. Thomas; and her parents, Bro. George and Gertrude Sees. executive director; Georgianna; and Alvin Blitz, chief gift “I particularly like the Tree of Life and the fact that they take care of people after they run out planning officer, in front of Georgianna’s plaque in the of money,” Georgianna said. “I think that’s a very fine thing to do. I also like that [recipients are] Masonic Health Care Center. anonymous.”

A Fan for Life After attending his first baseball game in 1932,Vernon Morton became a lifelong fan of baseball. Since 2009, he has had a very personal reason to root for his hometown team.

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n June 2009, the Pittsburgh Pirates traded with the Atlanta Braves for a pitcher named Charlie Morton. Dubbed “Ground Chuck” by the Pirates’ broadcasters, Charlie is known for his sinkerball. He was 10-10 last year, and ranked second in wins behind Kevin Correia. Charlie is Vernon’s third cousin, giving Vernon one more excuse to follow a team and sport he has loved for 80 years.

“The first time I saw him was at a game I went to with his father and my brother,” Vernon said. “I met him after a game a few years ago, and he was a nice young man. I was impressed with him.”

In June 2012, Charlie underwent Tommy John (elbow) surgery and is expected to be out for the rest of the season. Vernon will continue to follow the Pirates, awaiting his relative’s return.

Vernon was born in Blawnox, near Pittsburgh. When he was 6 years old, his mother died of pneumonia. His father was killed in a car accident, leaving Vernon orphaned at age 7. He and his brother lived with their uncle in New York and then in London, where the boys attended a private school.

When their uncle transferred to Germany, their aunt took care of them for a while. They eventually moved back to Blawnox with their grandmother when Vernon was 11 years old.

His grandmother was friends with a woman who had a young son, and Vernon attended his first Major League baseball game with him in the summer of 1932. They went to see the Pittsburgh Pirates play the St. Louis Cardinals at Forbes Field.

“I was sitting in the left field bleachers at Forbes Field,” Vernon recalls.

“It was a sunny day, and I loved the atmosphere of watching a Major League baseball game. In those days, Blawnox had a sandlot team, but it was nothing like watching a Major League baseball game. Major League has more mature and athletic players. Sandlot was played for the fun of it.”

He watched who would become his favorite baseball player of all time,

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third baseman Harold Joseph “Pie” Traynor, play in the game. Pie was an All-Star, managed the Pirates and is now in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

That game also triggered Vernon’s interest in playing baseball and tag football. “I wasn’t good at either sport, but I loved playing, and I love all sports,” he said.

The Pirates played their last game at Forbes Field in 1970 and, after the replacement of Three Rivers Stadium, have played at PNC Park since 2001.

On May 23, Vernon watched his hometown team play the New York Mets with a group of residents from the Masonic Village at Sewickley.

“The difference was PNC Park is such a beautiful ball park,” he said.

“You can see the outline of the city of Pittsburgh. Thousands and thousands of high school students were given the day off because it was an Education Day game. Seeing those kids in their uniforms watching the game reminded me of when I was a young boy watching the game. It was a joyful experience.”

Vernon bought a hot dog with mustard and onions and a root beer. He loved the atmosphere and watching the game with other residents.

He moved to Masonic Village in May 2012. “I like the friendliness of the nurses, assistant nurses and therapists,” he said. “I respect the work they do.

It’s not an easy job.

“I am satisfied with my life. I don’t look back on regrets. I like to dwell on the blessings God has bestowed upon me.”

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eginning in 2010, on a quiet street at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown, Phyllis Stevens and three friends gathered to share a common interest in an age-old hobby. Quilting was a great excuse for the women to get together, share tips and enhance their skills.

Other women heard about the group and wanted to join. The place where they met was too small, so they moved to an assembly room in a nearby apartment building. Now, once a week, close to 17 women gather. It’s no longer a quiet group. The quilters share patterns and materials, stories of how they got hooked on quilting and the frustrations of ripping (the act of removing a seam).

It’s not all business. Bursts of laughter interrupt periods of intense concentration.

“It’s group therapy,” Sue Wheeler said, “which we all need – some more than others.”

Aptly named, the Masonic Village Piece Makers Quilting Club is not only spirited and talented, but charitable, too.

“Quilters are very oriented and focused toward giving,” Jeanne McIntyre said. “We can’t keep everything we make, so we give some of it away.”

They recently gave 35 lap quilts, which help keep those using wheelchairs warm, to residents in the Masonic Health Care Center. The quilts are washable, making them practical as well as comfortable.

The group also donated 20 miniature quilted wall hangings to the Alzheimer’s Art Quilt Initiative, which auctions them off in support of Alzheimer’s disease research. You can see Masonic Village’s submissions at www.alzquilts.org/masonic.html. Each piece listing includes memories of a loved one affected by the disease and the story behind the design. For Maggie Methlie, whose mother had Alzheimer’s, the project was very meaningful.

“My mother would have laughed,” she said of the story behind her quilt design. “I did it to honor her.”

Jeanne began her first quilt in 1976. Quilting took a back seat, though, when she moved to North Carolina and took up golfing. About five years ago, a friend began quilting and encouraged Jeanne to finish her quilt. Since it is often done in squares or pieces, quilting is easy to stop and start.

“If I drag it out any longer, it’ll be an antique,” she said.

For many of the women, sewing has been a part of their lives for decades, whether for pleasure or out of necessity, such as sewing clothes for themselves and their children. It is a skill often passed from mother to daughter. Clara Reading first picked up a needle at age 6 when her mother, who did embroidery work, taught her how to sew.

“I like to quilt anything,” she said. “I especially like paper piecing. It’s quite exact, and I get good results from it. Quilting relaxes me.”

Paper piecing requires using light weight paper as a pattern for creating

Pearl Hemphill and Rosie McIntyre concentrate on their quilting.

quilt blocks which are all the same size. It results in perfectly-matched intersections.

In Pearl Hemphill’s case, her daughter, who owns the Quiltmakers Cottage in Hershey, taught her to quilt about 12 years ago. Phyllis started about eight years ago when a friend gave her the quilting “bug.”

Lancaster County is known for its Amish population and their cultural influences. Driving through towns like Paradise and Bird-in-Hand, you’ll often see intricately-detailed, brightly-colored quilts hanging across front porches. As residents of Lancaster County, many of the women in the Piece Makers felt “extra pressure” to become quilters.

“You can’t live in Lancaster County and not quilt,” Jeanne said.

Quilts are more than just good bed covers. They often tell a story of their creator or have historical references. Ina Jacobs, a resident of Masonic Village, displayed many of her quilts and gave a lecture to the group on “Written with a Needle,” a program which covers the history of quilt patterns.

Some of the patterns she discusses have presidential, Biblical and wedding-related significance. One example, the Jacob’s Ladder pattern, was a well-known symbol of safety during the time of the Underground Railroad.

People willing to give sanctuary to fleeing slaves would hang a Jacob’s Ladder quilt on the wash line as a sign the refugees could spend the night.

For the quilters at Masonic Village, some show their personalities through their color choices and patterns: florals, solids, lace, folded-styles, stencils or shapes – intricate and simple – done by hand or machine. Sue made a quilt using the T-shirts of a young man who was killed in a car accident.

She presented it to his parents who were very surprised and touched. Inge Beidleman made a quilt using her father’s old ties and her mother’s old handkerchiefs. It is a way to remember them, she said.

The members all agree that seeing the finished project is the best part of quilting, no matter how long it takes. Stitch by stitch, the Piece Makers are helping others and forming lifelong friendships – and having a good time doing it.

Members pay $5 annually for materials used by the whole group, although most quilters supply their own materials for projects. Residents of Masonic Village who used to sew but are now unable, also donate supplies.

In addition to meeting weekly in the Sycamore North all-purpose room, they travel to quilt shows and local fabric stores. Anyone interested in joining may contact Phyllis Stevens at ext. 13846 or Jeanne McIntyre at ext. 13871.

Meet the Masonic Village Piece Makers (back row, l-r): Jeanne McIntyre, Donna Hoover, Betty George, Maggie Methlie, Faye Baker, Peggy Brown, Pearl Hemphill and Sue Wheeler. Front row (l-r): Inge Beidleman, Patricia Flowers, Phyllis Stevens and Rosie McIntyre. Clara Reading is shown to the right. Not pictured are Sylvia Mitchell, Ruth Nitz, Vi Walmer, Betty Ferraro and Rita Warrick.

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by John Mast, M.D., C.M.D, associate medical director, Masonic Village at Elizabethtown

High Quality Care Reduces Rehospitalization Rates R

ehospitalization is a huge problem in our medical system. Many individuals are readmitted back to the hospital within a month of being discharged. This is especially common for the frail elderly.

Increasingly, the frequency of rehospitalization (within 30 days of hospital discharge) is a quality measure by which skilled nursing facilities and hospital systems are judged. Because we do a great job of caring for our residents, the Masonic Villages are consistently well below national benchmarks for hospital admissions (see chart to the right) and readmissions. Masonic Village at Elizabethtown has been particularly successful at reducing rehospitalization for many years.

Quality Above Cost Our hospitalization rate for residents living in the Masonic Health Care Center (MHCC) in Elizabethtown has been under 180/1,000 bed days per year for the last five years, and last year it was 79. (The hospitalization rate takes into account how many filled beds are in each nursing facility and allows for accurate comparison between different nursing facilities.)

The national average 30-day rehospitalization rate for skilled nursing facilities is 23 percent, while we have had consistently low rates and were at 3 percent last year! These stellar results and the factors behind our success were presented this spring at an American Medical Director’s Association national conference.

Cost is not the reason we have worked at treating residents in place.

Avoiding hospitalization, when possible, leads to a healthier and better quality of life for residents. Hospitalization can result in: • Increased frequency of drug resistant infections • Increased use of chemical and physical restraints, as well as symptoms of delirium in residents • Greater medical errors during transition back and forth to the hospital • Greater functional declines Secret to Success There are many people behind our success: Our support staff, nursing staff, pharmacy staff, administrative staff, doctors and nurse practitioners. Our Mission of Love is the foundation for our success.

Our staff truly love and appreciate our residents, and show great pride in their work. Certified nurse assistants (CNAs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) are on permanent assignments with their residents – they take care of the same group of residents every day. When there is any change, however small, the LPN and CNA are immediately aware of it and notify the registered nurse (RN) and physician. When an illness in a resident is caught early, residents can be treated in place here and kept out of the hospital.

The loss of experience due to rapid employee turnover in many facilities can compromise the quality of care. The Masonic Villages have had a consistently low rate of nursing staff turnover: 11 percent or less per year for the last four years. Turnover rates in skilled nursing facilities can range upwards of 100 percent each year (Mukamel, Dana B., Ph.D. “The costs of turnover in nursing homes”. Med Care. 2009 October. Print.). A national goal for turnover was set at 65 percent annually for RN and CNA staff in a 2011 quality improvement project by Medicare’s Quality Partners.

Leadership also has a low rate of turnover. Physicians at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown have an average tenure of 18 years, while our administrator of health care services has a tenure of 20 years, director of nursing has 19 years, and our assistant director of nursing has been here 17 years. In Sewickley, the director of nursing has been with us for 15 years and the assistant director of nursing has a tenure of 16 years. In Lafayette Hill, the administrator of health care services has 18 years of service at Masonic Village.

The reason we have such a low staff turnover is that our leadership values and listens to all the employees at the Masonic Villages and cares about everyone’s health. Staff know they are valued and trusted.

Cohesive Care In many nursing facilities, doctors are present after office hours in the evenings less than once a week. In Elizabethtown, our doctors are present and available on-site 365 days a year. When there is a sudden change of condition, a

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doctor can often see the resident the same day or the next day. Masonic Village’ other locations immediately consult with physicians or nurse practitioners regarding any changes. Rapid treatment keeps our residents healthy and out of the hospital.

Other factors are also critical to our success: In Elizabethtown, one doctor or nurse practitioner takes care of most of the residents in each neighborhood.

This means the providers can give more undivided time to their residents. The medical providers and nursing staff can form bonds of respect and understanding which help us take better care of our residents. At all locations, quick access to a laboratory and X-ray also help us keep residents from being rehospitalized.

Having a cohesive medical team makes a difference. Doctors provide cross coverage of their residents when on call and during weekends and holidays.

They attend monthly meetings which focus on continuous quality improvement.

Using care tools, such as a provider’s order for life sustaining treatment (POLST) or advance directives also has enhanced our care for our residents.

These enable each resident to specify his or her preferences for allowing natural death, use of antibiotics and hospitalization, and help determine what the main goal of care is: function, comfort or longevity. We serve our residents better because we take time to discuss and understand what each resident and his or her family wants.

Partners in Practice Partnership with Evercare (available in Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill and Warminster), a United Healthcare insurance product, has assisted us in reducing rehospitalizations. Evercare nurse practitioners cover their patients from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each weekday and are available to urgently evaluate and treat those who have acute illnesses. Residents who choose to sign up for Evercare receive twice the attention, from both the doctor and the nurse practitioner. Nurse practitioners also call the family or Power of Attorney of all of their residents every month to give updates. Evercare reimburses Masonic Villages for the extra cost of treating sick residents in place instead of hospitalizing them.

It also helps to partner with a health system which is renowned for doing quality work. In Elizabethtown, doctors from Lancaster General Health (LGH) take care of 98 percent of all the residents in the MHCC. Consumer Reports recently recognized LGH as the second best hospital in the country for patient safety, with a score of 68. Other hospitals of interest (not all hospitals have been rated yet): Reading Hospital and Medical Center scored 53, Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh scored 46 and Pinnacle Health System in Harrisburg scored 37.

Masonic Villages’ caring communities help staff realize their potential.

As a result, we are able to better serve our residents and give them the highest possible quality of life.

TechTips

by David Koppel, web programmer

Sharing Digital Photos is a Snap The old cliché “a picture is worth a thousand words” may need to be updated.

With the advent of email, texting and instant messaging, the market value on words has dropped somewhat, increasing the comparative worth of pictures.

This makes it all the more important for us to be able to share the special moments in our lives, and the lives of our friends and family, using photographs.

Digital photography has virtually eliminated the need to send film for development and printing, but there is still the issue of how you will share your photographs with your friends and family.

While the Internet seems like the perfect place to share electronic photographs, the most familiar Internet communication tool – email – may not be the best way to share photographs.

Most email services restrict the size of file attachments you can send. Many times you will find that you can only send half a dozen photos at a time. In some cases, photos may be so large that your email will only allow you to send one at a time, or the photo may be too large altogether.

Fortunately, there are alternatives to email that will remove this restriction, allowing you to quickly and easily share entire albums of photos, with as many (or as few!) people on the Internet as you’d like.

You may already be familiar with social networking sites like Facebook.com or Twitter.com. These sites allow you to share photos for free, and the people you want to share with do not need to create accounts in order to view your pictures.

However, since photo sharing is only a small part of what these sites do, the functionality sometimes leaves a lot to be desired.

One of the simplest websites for sharing pictures is imgur.com. This is a free website which allows you to put pictures on the Internet quickly, easily and without having to register an account. It is as easy as dragging and dropping the picture you want to share, and imgur.com will give you links that you can email or even paste directly into a web page or blog. However, imgur.com will automatically decrease the quality of most photos uploaded, is limited to photos 10 MB or smaller and makes all photos shared available to the public without restriction.

The free photo editing software Picasa (picasa.google.com) lets you create web albums. The Picasa web albums allow you to post photos at their original image quality and restrict access to only people who have a direct link to the photo. While this link is still technically visible to anyone, the chance of the photo being viewed by random strangers is minimal.

Google Drive (drive.google.com) is not specific to photos, but

allows you to have a secure means of sharing files, including photos, with only the specific people you want to share with. Everyone you want to share with will need a Google account, and you will have to pay a monthly fee if you want more than 5 GB worth of storage.

Dropbox.com offers a solution very similar to Google Drive. After you sign up and install the software, you can share any type of file with anyone who also has signed up and installed the software. Only the people you specifically select will have access. Free accounts start with 2 GB, although you can increase the size up to 18 GB by referring other people who sign up, or you can pay a monthly fee for more storage space.

If you are willing to spend some money on photo sharing, you may want to consider something like smugmug.com. Smugmug is only available for a fee (there is a free 14-day trial available), but offers all the bells and whistles you could want. In addition to unlimited photo storage and backups, you also can protect any photo or album so that only the people you give the password to can see it. You and the people you share photos with also can purchase high quality prints of any photo uploaded directly from smugmug.com.

There are other tools available and new tools are constantly being developed.

Once you decide on which tool you want to use, you’ll be sharing your invaluable photos with friends and family in no time!

This article is intended to inform readers of different options for photo sharing tools available, along with the advantages and disadvantages. You assume personal responsibility when using any of these websites or services. Masonic Villages does not partner or have any paid affiliation with the websites listed.

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The Kindness Gene

Raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Jack Sucro and his sister, Evelyn Preiksat, have many fond childhood memories.

Their father ran his own business, so the family, which included older brother George Jr., who passed away in 1991, didn’t have time for long vacations. They looked forward to spending an occasional day at Wildwood, N.J., where they’d pull their car right up on the beach. That is, once they made it to the beach. “You’d drive so far and then you’d have to stop and fix a tire,” Jack said. “That’s just the way cars used to be.”

They survived their childhood unscathed, and now retired, they once again live in the same neighborhood, albeit a few streets apart, at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown.

Evelyn moved to Elizabethtown in 2001 with her husband, Harold, who passed away in 2010. He was originally a member of Mathias H. Henderson Lodge No. 661, which later merged with William L. Elkins Lodge No. 271, Philadelphia. They always wanted to move to Masonic Village because they had a lot of friends there.

“It’s a great place to be,” she said. “I spent 48 years working, so I was ready to see what goes on with the rest of the world.” She enjoys sitting in front of her sunroom window, watching the birds and occasional deer or fox pass through her yard. She also likes to read and watch old movies, such as “Wuthering Heights” and “Jane Eyre,” and is a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Community Chapter No. 428, Philadelphia.

Evelyn spent much of her adult life in Southampton, Pa. She worked as an office clerk and personnel manager at Fletcher Works in Philadelphia, and eventually ended her career as finance director for Warminster Township. She retired in 1991. Harold, a graduate of Girard College, worked for Moore Productions in Spring House, Pa. Jack, and his wife, Mary Ann, arrived in Elizabethtown in 2011 from Richboro, Pa. In the short time they’ve lived at Masonic Village, they’ve taken trips to the Flower Show in Philadelphia, Inner Harbor in Baltimore and Gettysburg. They volunteered at a senior center in Richboro helping to cook and serve meals, and now volunteer in the Masonic Health Care Center. Jack’s interests include trains, especially steam locomotives, and he is a member of Doylestown Lodge No. 245. Mary Ann is a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Neshaminy Chapter No. 374, Woodside. She likes to read and spend a lot of time at the library.

“I wanted to be near my sister,” Jack said of his and Mary Ann’s move

to Masonic Village. “And we couldn’t find any place that’s any better.

Everything is so well-organized down to the planting of the flowers.”

Jack’s career as an industrial engineer spanned 40 years at Pressure Products Industries in Warminster, Pa. While he can say he enjoyed his work, retirement feels pretty good, too. Mary Ann, who was born in Newtown, Pa., worked for Air Shields, also in Warminster, for 38 years.

The two met when Mary Ann was living next door to Jack’s boss and would babysit his children. Jack asked her on a date, which has resulted in their 45-year union.

To support those who will call the Masonic Villages home in the future, the Sucros and Evelyn have each established a bequest to the Masonic Villages.

When Harold faced health problems, he moved to the Masonic Health Care Center, where Evelyn faithfully visited him every day. She learned through these visits that many of the residents there wouldn’t be able to afford their care without the assistance of the Masonic Villages.

“I feel [Masonic Villages] is a good thing to give money toward,” she said. “For people who can’t afford care, this will help pay for some of their expenses in the [Masonic Health Care Center]. It makes me feel good that I’m going to do something for someone else, especially knowing what Hal went through.”

Mary Ann, Jack and Evelyn Instilled with values of generosity and kindness, Jack and Evelyn have spent their lives working hard and are proud to be able to give back to others in need. For those who will benefit from their gifts, an appreciation, although unspoken, is undeniable.

The How-Tos of Bequests

Including a charitable bequest in a will, or adding one to an already completed will, is easy. Masonic Charities has a “Legacy” brochure explaining how to do this. The brochure makes it simple to prepare for a meeting with one’s attorney to complete the task.

Donors to Masonic Charities have their choice of which Masonic charity they desire to support, e.g. Masonic Villages, the Temple/Library and Museum, the Masonic Children’s Home, etc. The brochure contains a listing of these options and the correct language for each.

Further help in answering questions is available from Masonic Charities’ legal staff on a complimentary basis. There are ways to structure a will that maximizes benefits to family, minimizes taxes and achieves other objectives.

Our legal staff can review your existing estate plan and offer knowledgeable suggestions prior to working with your own attorney.

For a copy of our “Legacy” brochure or further information, with no obligation, please call 1-800-599-6454, email giving@masonicvillagespa.org or complete and return the enclosed business reply envelope.

Mission of Love Wall The Masonic Village at Elizabethtown recently installed a new Mission of Love wall in the Freemasons Cultural Center (FCC). This beautifully handcrafted wall allows prominent recognition for the donor. The original recognition wall, located in the Atrium of the FCC, remains on display listing thousands of names who have supported the Masonic Charities from 1990 to 2010.

For a contribution of $1,000 or more, your name or a loved one’s name, if you wish to honor or memorialize someone, will be inscribed on a corian tile. Similar donor recognition walls also are displayed at the Masonic Village locations in Dallas, Lafayette Hill, Sewickley and Warminster. For additional information, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at 1-800-599-6454.

Financial information about Masonic Charities can be obtained by contacting us at 800-599-6454. In addition, Masonic Charities is required to file financial information with several states. Colorado: Colorado residents may obtain copies of registration and financial documents from the office of the Secretary of State, (303) 894-2680, http://www.sos.state.co.us/. Florida: SC No. 00774, A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-HELP-FLA. Georgia: full and fair description of the programs and activities of Masonic Charities and its financial statement are available upon request at the address indicated above. Illinois: Contracts and reports regarding Masonic Charities are on file with the Illinois Attorney General. Maryland: For the cost of postage and copying, documents and information filed under the Maryland charitable organizations laws can be obtained from the Secretary of State, Charitable Division, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401, (800) 825-4510. Michigan: MICS No. 11796 Mississippi: The official registration and financial information of Masonic Charities may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. New Jersey: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL BY CALLING (973) 504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/ocp.htm#charity. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. New York: A copy of the latest annual report can be obtained from the organization or from the Office of the Attorney General by writing the Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271. North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989. Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of Masonic Charities may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Virginia: Financial statements are available from the State Office of Consumer Affairs, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218. Washington: The notice of solicitation required by the Charitable Solicitation Act is on file with the Washington Secretary of State, and information relating to financial affairs of Masonic Charities is available from the Secretary of State, and the toll-free number for Washington residents: 1-800-332-4483. West Virginia: West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305. REGISTRATION IN THE ABOVE STATES DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION OF MASONIC CHARITIES BY THE STATE.

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Memorial Gifts February 1 - April 30, 2012 Below is a list of individuals (names are shown in red) whose loved ones have made a gift in their memory to one of the five Masonic Villages located at Dallas, Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill, Sewickley or Warminster.

Great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the names listed below. We regret any errors or omissions.

If an error has been made, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454, 717-367-1121, ext. 33003, or by emailing giving@masonicvillagespa.org. Thank you.

Lester G. Abercrombie Doric Lodge No. 630 Evelyn Ackerman Monroe Chapter No. 99, OES Ann Adams William L. and Virginia R. Frankhouser Kathleen (Kitty) Ambrozates John P. Ambrozates Doris Anderson Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Wayne T. Anderson B. Howard Fyock Ruth Andrae Kurt W. and Rita H. Maute Robert E. Andrews E. Darlene Andrews Bonita (Bonnie) Ashe William F. Ashe Bruce W. Augustine Gail P. Augustine Harriet Z. Bachman Allen S. Zimmerman Charles A. Bails Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Julia E. Baker Lynne Brown William W. Baltzer Joyce Billetdeaux Art and Shirley Rowley Donald Banzhof James L. Benedict Donald L. Barley Milford L. Barley Anthony Bauer Leota B. Bauer Geraldine Baumeister Jack L. Baumeister Paul E. Beard Jean R. Beard Robert P. and Edna E. Becker Robert I. Becker Erla M. Beddow Hugh F. Beddow Robert H. Benson Joan S. Benson Perry T. Blum M. Marion Blum Mary Borsett Walter J. Borsett Yvonne E. Bosserman Clarence L. Bosserman, Jr. Edwin M. Bosworth Evelyn J. Bosworth Horace H. Brachman Edith M. Brachman Ronald A. Bruce Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Robert E. Buckley Stephen W. Long

Elizabeth A. Bufflap Carl A. Bufflap, Jr. Betty C. Burgess Gary R. Burgess Glenna D. Bush LeRoy S. Zimmerman William T. Campbell David A. Campbell, Jr. Robert J. Carmitchel Mary G. Gutshall Betty I. Carr Thomas J. Von Nieda Gaylon C. Cathcart Michael L. Cathcart Betty Jane Clyde Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Joseph Cohen Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Val and Mary Colaluca Dante G. Colaluca Shirley H. Cole John L. Cole Ada Collins Marie E. Beyer Walter S. Conrad Charles R. Conrad Harold S. Cook Louise H. Cook Betty Cooper Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Helen Cooper Clyde Cooper, Jr. LeRoy E. Cornell Ruth A. Cornell Don H. Crago Cynthia M. Crago William A. Crane Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Lewis R. Craven, Sr. David N. Craven Paul Crawford Robert L. Plaikner Chris Criswell Tom and Ruth Mason Joseph R. and Josephine D. Dare Robert J. Dare Herbert E. DeMart Herbert C. DeMart Lela Denise Monroe Chapter No. 99, OES Marian E. Derk Mr. and Mrs. Chester A. Derk, Jr. Joseph M. Dickey, Jr. William R. and Brenda M. Kinnan Doris M. Dobbins Pegs & Jokes Group Joseph E. Krisciunas

Joseph P. and Helene E. Krisciunas Patrick T. Krisciunas Helene M. O’Donnell Max E. Doyle Donald L. Rothermel George and Edith Easterday William Easterday, Sr. Donna L. Eby Raymond W. Eby Charles W. Elliott Sunset Lodge No. 623 Eleanor Elliott William E. Gelston Chapter No. 435, OES Ruth M. Ely John and Barbara Graeter Barbara J. Emert Mollie Clark Donald E. March Mary Jane Ryan Mark and Judith Swank George Emrick Edna E. Emrick James T. English Margery B. H. English Arthur R. Fausnacht E. Lillian Fausnacht Leon Feldman Bruce A. Feldman Albert W. Feller Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Ervin Feltoon Norman Benson Agnes Ferguson Earl L. Ferguson Caroline E. Fetterman Carol F. Blauth Barbara Longacre Nancy F. Weidamoyer Robert L. Filer Helen M. Filer Albert and Irene Firth Charles E. Firth August Fleckenstein William O. Fleckenstein Harry A. Fogle Paul A. Casner, Jr. Robert Foley Barbara Shields Herbert S. Ford Mark M. Ford Ida Ford John N. and Ida F. Donis Mr. and Mrs. Paul C. Franks Mark and Marie Walp Albert and Evelyn Frantz Robert A. Frantz Joshua Freedman Judith Osterman Betty B. Fry James R. Fry

George W. Fulton Palestine-Roxborough Lodge No. 135 Raymond Garcia James Buncy Barbara E. Garnes Charles A. Garnes Patricia (Pattie) Gaydosh Edward Gaydosh Russell B. and Mary Ellen Gehris Paul D. Gehris Marilyn E. Sheldon Joseph S. Geider Whitfield Lodge No. 622 Arthur S. Gilkey Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Jack L. Gillmore Vicki L. Gillmore Duane E. Goodhart Frank J. DeStefano, Jr. Alfred W. Goodyear Robert R. Cassel Martin Edward Gotsch Doris M. Gotsch J. Roger Gratz Lois V. McDevitt Stanley L. and Arlene S. Von Nieda D. Richard Zell Harold E. Greiner Marion M. Greiner Harvey and Catharine Greiss Gary and Donna Bowers Jessie M. Griffiths Lewis J. Griffiths Jewel N. Grote Thomas and Kathleen Barrett Mr. and Mrs. Michael P. Blanche Stuart L. and Barbara G. Brown Ruth M. Hagan Joseph J. Hagan, Sr. Dean H. Hanson Yvonne J. Hanson Felix I. Harper Richard J. Scott-Harper Marilyn S. Hartranft Nelson R. Hartranft Harry E. Hartshorn Thomas R. Hartshorn Barry Lee Hassinger Joan L. Hassinger Edward J. Helm McKinley-Stuckrath Lodge No. 318 Michael D. Henry Philip R. Schnee John L. Herr Mr. and Mrs. Harry K. Longenecker

Naomi L. Hershey Eleanor L. Wolf Rose Marie Hess Clifton R. Hess Carolyn J. Hickernell Joseph S. Hickernell Nevin H. Hillegass James N. Hillegass Berton and Grace Hineline Todd L. Hineline Mont H. Hodge Fred C. Hodge Paul and Mary Hoffines Robert Hoffines William Homisak Mary Anne Klemkosky Clyde and Corona Houser Dale C. Houser Kathryn Houser Kenneth D. Kochel Jo Anne Hower William S. and Mary Taylor, Jr. Marty and Christina Zeamer James M. Hubler Robert A. Miller John Huff Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES L. Paul Ilgen, Jr. Harvey W. Ilgen Richard G. Ingram Lucy Ingram Harold S. and Beryl D. Jackson Bruce H. Jackson Helen M. Jaymes Carl F. Jaymes William B. Jenkins, Jr. Reese W. Jenkins Keith G. Johnson Lake Erie Lodge No. 347 Eleanor H. Kane Beatrice K. Goldman Edward L. Karch Whitfield Lodge No. 622 Marie V. Karchner William D. Karchner, Sr. Raymond C. Keener Dale R. Stump Betty Kenee Glenn R. and Barbara J. Kurzenknabe David L. Kerper Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 Floyd Kinard Harvey R. and Lois Hoffman Edna M. Klein Edward D. Klein, Jr. Irvin D. Kline Stuart L. and Barbara G. Brown

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Ralph P. Kline Mary Anne Klemkosky Robert O. C. Kline Ronald C. Kline Albert B. Kling, Jr. Albert B. Kling, Sr. Henry G. Klinger Elizabeth B. Klinger Mary C. Knight Thomas W. and Alma M. Gass Mary and Dick Knox Mary Knox Helen Koeng George K. Overly Arlene Koppenhaver Dean E. Koppenhaver Teresa Kornsey Thomas P. Kornsey Guy N. Kratzer Gary G. Kratzer Marian L. Kreamer W. Donald Kreamer Robert J. Kristoff Joan Kristoff Charles H. Lacquement Connie J. Lacquement Wilber D. Lambert Kerry M. and Pamela Bove Kevin and Kathleen Handerhan Ron and Nancy Herring Emma, Jeanne, Marcheta, Babe and Lenora Michael M. and Janet McDonough Mike and Alice McGann Patricia A. Mitchell MSA Research and Development Department Al C. Schnur Walter G. Sutcliff Nishan and Pamela Vartanian Thomas Witmer Virgie Lance Dale I. Lance, Sr. John W. LaRue Martha J. LaRue John B. Law Michael J. Mandarino Edward (Clint) Lawson Southampton Square Club Jesse W. Lawson Hackenburg Mount Moriah Lodge No. 19 George F. Lebegern, Jr. Patricia Lebegern Britta Lennartson L. Sherwood Lennartson John H. and Irma B. Lewis John H. Lewis, Jr. Edith M. Linington Arthur Linington Mary Little Mark and Barbara Eckert Samuel T. and Kelly S. Fallinger Paula J. Hilton Manheim Twin Kiss Michael E. McBeth Marlene L. McGee Quality Management Division B. M. Smith Dominick Lizzi David Lizzi, Sr. Lorraine, Viola and Polly Wesley K. Rittenhouse

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David C. Ludwigson William L. and Virginia R. Frankhouser Irene Lutz Susan E. Wagner Joan F. Lyons Robert H. Lyons Sara E. Machamer Monroe Chapter No. 99, OES Janet Mahle Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Betty J. Manning Anne J. Frederick James R. Maples Virginia K. Maples Blanche A. Martin Jerome Martin Frederick W. Martin Barbara A. Martin Donald R. Mason Monroe Chapter No. 99, OES Florence E. Maugans Michael P. Maugans Clair E. McCall Kenneth McCall Andy McClain Theresa A. McClain Clarence W. McCoy Timothy W. McCoy Mr. and Mrs. Jack McCrae Edward P. Pfendner John S. McFeaters Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Gerald D. McMaster Vida L. McMaster Marcia Melcher L. Sherwood Lennartson Deceased Members Jeannette Chapter No. 69, OES Thomas H. Mercer, Jr. Helen D. Mercer George A. Metz Alice J. Metz Paul E. Meyers Donald C. Meyers Jean Tucker Millar Doyle, Peter and Robert George William (Bill) Miller James D. Mayer William H. Miller Donald J. Miller Harry P. Millinghausen Elizabeth M. English Pauline H. Grove Mary I. Millinghausen Christian and Constance Reynolds Barbara Shields Harry S. Mills H. Sinclair Mills, Jr. David Minehart Harry A. and Verna S. Minehart Donald H. Mohr Lake Erie Lodge No. 347 Byron Lee and Lois A. Moore Lee R. Moore David B. Morrison James A. Morrison Mildred N. Muffley William K. Muffley John D. Muir William R. Muir, Sr.

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Stephen E. Muller Frederick E. Muller, Jr. Walter W. Muller Robert E. Holsinger Marion Murphy Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Charles N. Myers Fred R. Hauptman C. Earl Nace Sarah B. Nace Eldon Nelson Elizabethtown Chapter Order of DeMolay Nellie B. Nelson Rose A. Nelson Anna K. Newcomer Mr. and Mrs. James L. Hammel, Jr. James L. Nichols McKinley-Stuckrath Lodge No. 318 James C. Nickle Thomas and Terry Kamerzel Ruth Noel Friendship Chapter No. 551, OES Paul F. Nye Dorothy L. Nye Margaret Oberg Ronald and Nancy Kimberlin Marjorie A. Pacitti Richard J. Pacitti, Sr. Ralph E. Palmer, Sr. Ralph E. Palmer, Jr. Your Parents John W. Milroy, Jr. Your Parents Harry A. and Verna S. Minehart Andrew M. Pecuch Margaret H. Pecuch Harold D. Pennick William L. Hill Victor E. Pessano M. Joan Pessano John Pfendner Edward P. Pfendner Emerson Blaine Pletcher Nellie M. Pletcher Maxwell G. Pollack Sunset Lodge No. 623 Donald M. Porter Sunset Lodge No. 623 Darrell E. Powell Frederick C. Powell Harold G. Preiksat Evelyn E. Preiksat Richard R. Rabold Richard J. Rabold Gladys Ramberger Conrad Weiser Chapter No. 449, OES Zetta Raub Kenneth G. Raub, Sr. Martha E. Redman Peter and Susan Hunt Emil B. Reutlinger Jane Reutlinger Robert S. Rhode Goldie M. Rhode Harold E. Richards Marlin R. Myers Helen Richardson Sylvester C. Richardson Rosemarie E. Richardson Sylvester C. Richardson

Virginia D. Riddle Leonard M. and Carol M. Blum William Collier John D. and Betty S. Shepherd William A. Ritting, Jr. Gladys G. Ritting Augie Rivano Norman Benson Helen Roberts Mr. and Mrs. David A. Nimick Barney and Peg Rodenbaugh Ronald R. Rodenbaugh, Sr. Sandra V. Rothermel Donald L. Rothermel Clifford A. and Betty M. Ruck Charles J. Wyberg Carmen C. Ruggero John L. and Joyce E. Ruggero Margaret (Margie) Sanderlin Glenn L. and Jane M. Miller Lillian B. Sanders C. Vernon Sanders Madeline B. Sands Ronald and Nancy Kimberlin John M. Savickas John S. Savickas Raymond and Florence Scarsella Deborah L. Brocklebank Nicole Ann Schiavoni Theopholis G. and Roberta E. Ewing Beverly S. Schneck Robert W. Schneck, Sr. Hugh R. Scott John F. Scott Kenneth A. Seamans Kay M. Seamans Ida Sell Harry T. Sell Mary M. Sellers Mary L. Yeager John G. Shaffer John R. Shaffer Howard Shaud Sam and Virginia Cameron Lillian Shera William L. Hill Elmer E. Shetter Dick and Polly Anglin Leo and Tillie Shlachtman Mark H. Swartz Charles M. Simonian Lake Erie Lodge No. 347 Raymond and Jeanette Simpson Raymond A. Simpson, Jr. Sara Slater John R. and Janice O. Keyser Genevieve M. Smith Ronald and Nancy Kimberlin Violet R. Snyder Adam L. Snyder, Jr. Francis J. Soubie Chartiers Lodge No. 297 Helen M. Soyke Edgar A. Soyke James F. Standish, Jr. Vicki L. Gillmore Lorraine Lardani Joseph E. and Barbara A. Murphy Scott and Jean M. Polsen Reese, Lower, Patrick and Scott, LTD Paul E. Reichart

George L. Saxe William Slater II Jay G. and Ann M. Standish Marian E. Staub Russell B. Staub Faye O. Steadman Vance E. Steadman John C. Stevens Carl R. Beidleman Floyd E. and Lois E. Bitler Ken and Elaine Bleiler Constance V. Brodovicz Charles T. and Carol E. Chew Doris M. Ecklund Helen S. Henning Robert McCutcheon Linda L. Miller Louis D. and Sophia T. Miller Walter Simpson Helen A. Stone Norris and Erma Ward Arthur J. and Dorothy G. Wert Carl E. and Neda Mae Wert Henry and Ann Wildasin Benjamin L. and Joyce H. Williams Sonya Gross Stiffel Arthur Stiffel Henry J. Stock Mary L. Stock Dorothy B. Street Carr and Sherry Atwood Lucille H. Bradley Anthony and Marlene Crivelli Ron and Radean Hastings Ruth Lafferty Larry J. and Frances I. Martin Susan M. Mrkich Debra and John Rakar Harry Homer Stuart Scott A. Stuart Paul R. Swab, Jr. John and Betty Bennett Loretta Swanson Carline, Kim, Melissa and Suzanne Kimble Benjamin and Ethel Swartz Mark H. Swartz Jacob E. Swemley Paul K. Swemley James H. Taylor Catherine M. Taylor William Taylor Robert T. Norcross Thomas Tooma John P. Ippolito Eunice S. Troy William E. Gelston Chapter No. 435, OES Marian M. Smail and Family Elizabeth (Betty) Tustin M. Marion Blum Emma Jane Vincent Lebanon Chapter No. 115, OES Rhanda J. Campbell Herman and Blanche Walters David W. Bechtel Alan Davis Warnick Phyllis J. Warnick George Washington Edward L. Peterson E. Nelson Weir N. Bruce Weir Larry L. Weislogel Lake Erie Lodge No. 347

Eugene E. Werner Vera J. Werner Frank Wescott James W. Jumper, Sr. Harry and Helen Westenberger Fred W. Kramer Pauline H. Whiteman Franklin D. Whiteman

Harold and Jennie Williams Norman T. Williams William H. Witmer Lois H. Witmer Walter Wolf Michael Jenkins Winifred H. Wolfe Dennis and Cathy Daisy

Dorothy E. Gerlott Catherine L. Pell Arthur Wood Timothy E. Garman, Jr. Gertrude Wright Virginia Iverson Janice D. Wyberg Charles J. Wyberg

Robert H. Young Lois B. Young Ruth J. Yount George W. Johnston Jean M. Zeiders Richard E. Zeiders, Sr. Glenn Zeigenfuse Jane E. Zeigenfuse

Catherine V. Zimmerman Barry L. Zimmerman Dawn Zimmerman-Morpurgo Thomas F. Zimmerman

Honorarium Gifts February 1 - April 30, 2012 Below is a list of individuals (names are shown in red) whose loved ones have made a gift in their honor to one of the five Masonic Villages located at Dallas, Elizabethtown, Lafayette Hill, Sewickley or Warminster. Great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the names listed below. We regret any errors or omissions. If an error has been made, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454, 717-367-1121, ext. 33003, or by emailing giving@masonicvillagespa.org. Thank you.

Lillian Banzhof James L. Benedict Lynn M. Blum M. Marion Blum Deb Brockman Reading Lodge No. 549 Marcia Brooks Kim W. Jeffreys Daniel G. Carlisle Gary and Betty Lou Waters Leslie E. Carlysle, Jr. Kenneth W. Chambers Chester A. Derk, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Chester A. Derk, Jr. Marie Faust Brian D. Faust Donald F. Frank Thomas G. Abbott

Donald R. Johnson New Heights Research, LLC Jo-Anne G. Karnes Harold and Jill Bucks Masonic Village Social Workers John R. and Louise E. Rapp Gregg and Audrey McBride Lisa M. McBride McClain Family Theresa A. McClain George E. Meck Marlin L. Plymette Nursing Staff - Masonic Village at Warminster Francis, Barbara, Danny, Mike, and Jean Marie Dufner James A. O’Connor Glenn O. Hawbaker, Jr.

Outpatient Staff - MHCC Ralph and Anna Barisci Tim Reichard John W. and Bonnie J. Martin D. Richie Jerusalem Lodge No. 506 Nursing Staff Roosevelt 2 George E. Zimmerman, Jr. Chris, Joyce, Thomas and Kristi Rowles Elizabethtown Chapter Order of DeMolay Charles L. Rush George B. Hixon William M. and Gilda Sayres Wendy Riggall Lynne M. Seachrist Dean and Brenda Miller

Harry Segal Andrew S. Zelez Barbara Shields’ 80th Birthday Ronald Houseknecht Family Barbara Scheurer Thomas K. Sturgeon William F. Young, Jr. Robert G. Sykes Walter L. Sykes Joyce K. Wadsworth Daniel G. Dufner, Sr. Leann Weaver Ralph and Anna Barisci Charles W. Will Brian D. Will

Hospice Care Memorial Gifts February 1 - April 30, 2012 Below is a list of individuals (names are shown in red) whose loved ones have made a gift in their memory to Masonic Village Hospice Care which is offered at our Elizabethtown location. Great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the names listed below. We regret any errors or omissions. If an error has been made, please contact the Office of Gift Planning at 800-599-6454, 717-367-1121, ext. 33003, or by emailing giving@masonicvillagespa.org. Thank you.

Alvin J. Aaron Mark Aaron Ann Aaron Byar Margaret L. Axsom John D. and Marjorie S. Graham Wilkerson (Bill) Boone Isabelle Boone David C. Bryan Robert B. Greer, III C. Jane Matthews Penbrook School Reunion Wendy Piazza Glenna D. Bush Grace L. Britt Loudon L. Campbell Joyce E. Deardorff

Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC Larue M. Helm Bob and Cheri Hinkle Elizabeth A. Johnson John and Marjorie Martin, Jr. Cheryl L. Mayers Eleanor Mutchler Robert G. and Evelyn Nace Betty E. Remley The Twelve Seekers Ginny Springman LeRoy S. Zimmerman Barbara J. Emert Joan Short

George S. Engle, Jr. Elona MacMath Marjorie Owens Eleanor Gabel Betty F. Gabel Lois Gabel Mahdi Jonathan Gabel Ronald L. George Patricia Adamcik Margaret L. Enoch Stephen Kepchar, Jr. Clyde and Joyce Mellinger Eleanor O. Huber Florence M. Williams Luella Kaufman Robert B. Greer, III

Betty Kenee Jane Wagner Shallcross Ruth E. Nutt Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Holwig Margaret C. Sanderlin Stuart L. and Barbara G. Brown Marjorie D. Owens Betty Shay Ronald R. Rhein John C. Stevens Joseph E. and Jeanne McIntyre, Sr. William B. Taylor Eric R. Peters Ray V. Weidlich Betty Handelong Walter C. and Lois R. Lilly Bruno J. Romano

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Masonic Village One Masonic Drive Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2199

See You On Autumn Day! Saturday, Sept. 22, 2012 · 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (rain or shine) Masonic Village at Elizabethtown Join family and friends in celebrating Autumn Day! The event will feature entertainment, information, delicious food served from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., farm market stands, children’s games, lots of Masonic family organization booths and much more.

Autumn Day provides the perfect opportunity to visit with family members, reunite with friends and tour parts of the 1,400-acre campus.

The Masonic Village is unable to provide wheelchairs, so please bring your own, if needed. Handicap parking is available; however, you must advise the Masonic Village on the coupon below if handicap parking is needed so a special parking pass can be forwarded to you in advance.

The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank will be holding a blood drive to benefit Masonic Village residents on Autumn Day. Donations will be taken at the blood bank stand from 9 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Anyone 17 years of age or older, who is in good health and weighs at least 100 lbs., is eligible to donate blood. Anyone interested in donating blood should make an appointment by For Handicap and Bus Parking Only calling 800-771-0059 between 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Please do not call the Masonic Village for these appointments.

□ Need Handicap Parking* Complete and return to:

□ Charter Bus

Autumn Day, Masonic Village, One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Autumn Day

Name________________________Lodge/Chapter No.______ No. of Adults_________________ No. of Children__________ Address____________________________________________ City________________________ State______ Zip__________

*Enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope with this coupon. A special parking permit will be sent to you, which must be presented upon arrival.