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August 2019 Volume 56, Issue 1
Star – Lite Magazine
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What an exciting time as once again our Indiana Eastern Star begins a new year of love, service and devotion to the principles of our Order. I am humbled and truly blessed to be serving as Worthy Grand Matron with Brother Robert DeRolf as Worthy Grand Patron and his beautiful wife Melody. It is with much prayer and anticipation that we look to see how all of the prayerful planning will be fulfilled. Congratulations to Sister Diana Surfus, Jr. PGM, and Brother Les Simonton, Jr. PGP, and their many workers for a wonderful Grand Chapter Session. While I know it is just a short time to catch your breath, I sincerely hope that you will be able to get some well-deserved rest and we will see you out and about again in this new venture of your journey. Did you see the gorgeous tree outside the entry at Installation? The Tree of Life is one of my favorite emblems as its meaning is so broad and yet so close to my heart. It represents the Family, both bloodline and fraternal, that means more to us than words can express. Its roots remind us to be firmly planted in God’s teaching, its trunk to remain strong in faith, and its limbs a reminder to stretch out in love and service to
Out on a Limb
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others. As we look to the year ahead, I am excited at the prospects and possibilities. Brother Bob and I are focusing on building a LEGACY of HOPE through service. The tree outside our Grand Chapter room door had twenty-one bunches of leaves represented by twenty-one plaques. On each plaque is inscribed the name of YOUR district. As you learn of and contribute time and money to our charitable projects, the sum total will be recorded. At the Grand Chapter Session in 2020, this tree will again be displayed. All twenty-one plaques will be inscribed with the total amount of charitable contributions and the name of a service dog sponsored during the year by YOUR district. (Be watching for information for how to participate and what the “Adopt A Dog” project is all about!) We will be honored to host Sister Marianne Shenefelt, MWGM, and Brother Henry S. Martin, MWGP, to the 2020 Indiana Grand Chapter Session. Won’t they be impressed with the abundance of love for our fellow man shown by Indiana! And think how many people will learn of our Eastern Star! Maybe, with our hard work and service, there is hope of growing membership and a ray of hope in a dimming world. Sisters and Brothers, watch the Star-Lite, listen to the letters of our State Chairpersons and lend a hand where you can. In it is the satisfaction of good works, hope for the future, and glory to our Heavenly Father. “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of Christ Jesus. Growing our Legacy, Jenny
Worthy Grand Matron
Jennifer Nicholson 1442 Stafford Dr.
Kokomo, IN 46902
765-432-2519 Center #108 D#15
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Greetings, Congratulations to Diana and Les for a good year and a great Grand Chapter session. Being at a new venue took a lot of planning and some changes, but all the Chairmen and their committees worked long and hard to make Grand Chapter come together. Thanks to each one of you! Thank you to all the Installing Officers for a great Installation. You
are special folks and are very dedicated to our Order. Thanks to District 15 and District 11 in all your work to make the Installation a memory. I am looking forward to serving the State as your WGP along with Sister Jennifer as your WGM. I do not take these duties lightly and I appreciate all the advice and support given by our Past Grands. I appreciate all the friendships and courtesies extended by the Sisters and Brothers as we have traveled the past four years. A special thank you to my own District 11 for all their love and support and for all the hours you worked to raise funds for this journey. A special thank you to Sister Mary Hutson for chairing my Steering Committee. Thank you to District 15 and Center Chapter for always making Melody and me feel welcome. As this is our second District, we will be seeing more of you as time passes. We have put together a wonderful Grand Family with five beautiful Star Point daughters who will represent our Order with beauty and dignity. Thanks to each officer and Deputy for being part of our Legacy of Hope Grand Family. We know that you will serve the Order well. We can all make the Order stronger by working together. If there is a problem in your District, please let your Deputy know so she can pass it along to us and together we will try to find a solution. Once again, thank you for electing me as your Worthy Grand Patron. I am honored and humbled to serve. Robert E. De Rolf, WGP
Just Bob-n-Along
Worthy Grand Patron
Robert DeRolf (Melody) 5250 Tamarisk Ct.
Indianapolis, IN 46237
317-889-9242 C-317-474-9072
Englewood #483 D#11 [email protected]
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“Legacy of Hope” Grand Family
Grand Treasurer
Barbara Terry, PGM (Jim)
402 S. Iroquois, Box 295 Goodland, IN 47948
219-297-3435
Remington #169 D#17
Grand Conductress
Angela Hensell (Brian) 2115 Travis Dr.
Lebanon, IN 46052
765-482-6744 Lebanon #23 D#10
Grand Chaplain
James Rogers (Alice) 146 Hendricks Circle Madison, IN 47250
812-273-3236
Hanover #525 D#3 [email protected]
Associate Grand Matron
Gleda Brooks (Jerry) 5630 S. Benham Rd. Versailles, IN 47042
812-621-2295
Versailles #333 D#5
Associate Grand Patron
Richard Lassiter
3566 Wattson Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46205
317-926-6920
Radiant #200 D#10 [email protected]
Grand Secretary
Anna Burton 523 Archway
Franklin, IN 46131-2568
317-736-4487 (Gr. Sec. Office)
Franklin #439 D#6 IndianaOES@
embarqmail.com
Associate Grand Conductress
Cynthia Willyard (Richard)
1115 Mourer St. New Castle, IN 47362
765-529-6329
C-765-524-2394 New Castle #116 D#12
Grand Marshal
Harold Rowe 68061 Riddles Lake Dr.
Lakeville, IN 46536
574-784-8984 Lakeville #479 D#20
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“Legacy of Hope” Grand Family Grand Organist
Peggi Barassi
10409 Heather Hills Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46229
317-894-3676 Oakland #159 D#11
peggib@ callcarpenter.com
Grand Adah
Pam Butz 2231 Gregory Lane Anderson, IN 46012
765-643-3330
Middletown #110 D#12 [email protected]
Grand Ruth
BJ Mitchell 5975 Crooked Creek
East Dr. Martinsville, IN 46151
317-502-6067
Mooresville #260 D#6
Grand Esther
Tina Mullens 12470 S. 700 E.
Galveston, IN 46932
574-727-5602 Royal Center #375 D#18 [email protected]
Grand Martha
Karen Hazelman 6092 E. Ridgleville Rd. Vincennes, IN 47591
812-291-0089
Washington #210 D#2
Grand Electa
Patricia Witt (Roger) 15055 Barrett Rd. Laurel, IN 47024
765-698-8397
Andersonville #93 D# 5 [email protected]
Grand Warder
Ruth Sherrow 11212 Crestview Blvd.
Kokomo, IN 46901
765-883-8449 Center #108 D#15
Grand Sentinel
Denver Gray (Wanda) 801 Maplewood Dr. Seymour, IN 47274
812-522-2043
Seymour #134 D#4
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WORTHY MATRONS AND PATRONS “Blessings of Hope” THEME Hope for a Bright Future MOTTO “The future lies before you, like a field of fallen snow; Choose wisely the path you take, for every step will show.” AIM Honor the Legacy left to us and strive to give HOPE in the Legacy we leave behind. WATCHWORDS Hope, Joy, Peace EMBLEMS Cross- Our Hope Praying Hands- Our Peace Tree of Life- Joy of our past, present, and future SYMBOLS Butterflies- Messengers of Hope Birds- Songs of Joy FUN SYMBOLS Birdhouses- Shelter from any Storm High Heeled Shoes- Stand tall, show grace, and walk with God. HONOR GROUPS Districts #15 and #11 Center Chapter #108 Englewood Chapter #483 HONOR STATIONS - Star Points Adah- Our Fraternal Pop Larry Frost, PGP’s spouse Nancy Frost Ruth- Our Fraternal Mother, Tina Vredenburgh, PGM Esther- Jenny’s Mother, Holly Woods, PG Esther Martha- Melody DeRolf’s Deputy Mother, Jenny Dixon, PGM Electa- Jenny’s Deputy Mother, Deby Thomas, PGM
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COLORS Coral, peach, fuchsia, wisteria, sea-foam, cream, burgundy, taupe, chocolate pale pink, bronze, rose gold, and muted gold FLOWERS Coral and pink peonies- Faithfulness Peach and cream roses- Enthusiasm and Appreciation Burgundy mums- Joy and Optimism SCRIPTURES Jenny’s Scripture: “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” ~Colossians 3:17 Robert’s Scripture: “For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus.” –Galatians 3:26 PRAYERS Prayer of the Worthy Grand Matron and the Worthy Grand Patron: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” ~Romans 15:13 Opening Ode: “In This Very Room” (vs. 1) Closing Ode: “Bind Us Together” (chorus only) Baby Dedication Song: “Jesus Loves Me” “May all who come behind us find us faithful. May the fire of our devotion light their way. May the footprints that we leave, lead them to believe and the lives we live inspire them to obey. May all who come behind us find us faithful.”
Lyrics from Steve Green
LEGACY OF HOPE 2019-2020
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“Messengers of Hope” and Helping Hands District #3 District #4
District #7 District #8
District #1 District #2
District #5 District #6
Barb Price (Ronald) PO Box 247
Chandler, IN 47610
812-449-0331 Chrisney #357
Shannon Holt 620 Penn St
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
812-288-5724 Jeffersonville #327
Loyce Kulbeth (Jimmy) 602 Orchard Lane
Huntingburg, IN 47513
812-309-0221 Birdseye #590
Janice Brock (Jim) 315 Redding Rd
Seymour, IN 47274
812-519-1100 Seymour #134
Denise Wilson 44 Glenn Dr.
Greendale, IN 47025
812-290-9742 Versailles #333
Carol Sloan (Doug) 128 Berkeley
Terre Haute, IN 47803
812-877-4214 Pimento #516
Carol Davis 8081 S Sullivan Place
Terre Haute, IN 47802
812-240-0149 Hymera #289
Nina Sayer 111 Sawmill Dr.
Whiteland, IN 46184
317-690-3993 Fairland #359
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“Messengers of Hope” and Helping Hands District #11 District #12
District #15 District #16
District #9 District #10
District #13 District #14
Barbara Pefley PO Box 252
Montezuma, IN 47862
765-245-2329 Montezuma #537
Marcia Disbrow (Paul) 1017 W US Hwy 40
Greenfield, IN 46140
317-902-8437 Plainfield #414
marciadisbrow45@ gmail.com
Debra Stout (Bill) 9724 N Michigan Rd Fairland, IN 46126
317-862-2070 Acton #173
Patty Pracht (Bill) 9370 N First Watch Way McCordsville, IN 46055
317-336-7438
New Castle #116 [email protected]
Phyllis Nottingham (Max)
2104 N Westbrook Dr. Muncie, IN 47304
765-759-5347 Muncie #104
prnottingham@ comcast.net
Jackie Baker (Mike) 6029 Schlatter Rd
Leo, IN 46765
260-627-5685 Leo #278
Rebecca Coath (Tom) 2024 S 600 E
Elwood, IN 46036
765-860-3657 Center #108
Rebecca.coath@ comcast.net
Elaine Sample 124 W 800 S
Kingman, IN 47952
765-397-3654 Fountain #204
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Grand Secretary Emeritus
Jonny Beeler 523 Archway
Franklin, IN 46131 Franklin #439 D#6
District #19 District #20 District #17 District #18
District #21
Grand Secretary Emeritus
Beulah Jones 690 State St. MC308 Franklin, IN 46131 Franklin #439 D#6
“Messengers of Hope” and Helping Hands
Melissa Alexander 1300 Academy Rd Culver, IN 46511
574-242-0036 Crystal #165
melissa.alexander@ culver.org
Roberta Ancil (Gary) 2753 W 26th St
Marion, IN 46953
765-662-2253 LaFontaine #301
Judy Hartman (Jerry) 104 N 10th St
Pierceton, IN 46562
574-594-3132 Warsaw #88
jandjhartman@ earthlink.net
Nancy Minix 4218 S Northshore Dr.
Knox, IN 46534
574-772-3383 LaPorte #280
Barbara Oster 115 Lane 270
Hamilton, IN 46742
260-488-3402 Ashley #229
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GENERAL GRAND CHAPTER APPOINTMENTS 2019 – 2021
HAVE YOU RENEWED YOUR STAR-LITE?
You have received this issue, but will you get the next one? Check your expiration date on the back page to the left of your address. If it says your last issue is August 2019, then you need to renew now! Fill out the form on the next to the last page and include your check made out to Indiana Grand Chapter, OES and mail to Nancy Pratt, 3597 N. Old U.S. 31, Rochester, IN 46975.
Thank you! We couldn’t continue without your support!
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Charters Committee H. Fred Smith, PGP (Diane) 54760 CR27 Bristol, IN 46507 574-202-8656 [email protected] Bristol #273, D#20 Credentials Committee Sherry Johnson, PGM (Phil) 8319 Big Oak Dr. Atlanta, IN 46031 317-441-9972 [email protected] Radiant #200, D#10
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Service Dog Project Deby Thomas, PGM (Frank) 1430 Orchard Park Drive N. Indianapolis, IN 46280 317-575-8077 [email protected] Pendleton #138, D#13 Youth Committee Sonda Schapson, PGM (Butch) 22 Fairlane Dr. Warsaw, IN 46580 574-551-5069 [email protected] Warsaw #88, D#20
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Kathy Livings, PGM (Joe) 1 Year 15850 CR 129 Bristol, IN 46507 Starlight #181, D#20 Robert Surber, PGP (Jan) 2 Years 5216 N. 1150 E. Van Buren, IN 46991 Upland #411, D#13 Elizabeth Lashley, PGM (Charles) 3 Years 2498 S. 500 E. Montgomery, IN 47558 Washington #210, D#2
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MWGM Campfire Friend
Louaine Sorg (Bill) 825 W. Larkspur Dr. Jeffersonville, IN 47130 502-396-1825 [email protected] Bright Star #532, D#3
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Betty Swisher, PGM 4 Years 7467 E. 50 N. Greentown, IN 46936 Greentown #195, D#15 Darrell Arthur, PGP (Becky) 5 Years 7341 S. Dove Hill Rd. Newberry, IN 47449 Newberry #198, D#7 OES Representative on the Masonic Home Board Jill Rice, PGM (John) P.O. Box 63 Marshall, IN 47856 765-597-2324 [email protected] Hedges #51, D#9
Grand Trustees
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This year, Worthy Grand Matron Jennifer Nicholson has chosen to combine the WGM Project for the Masonic Home and the Heart Fund into one committee called the Tree of Life. Sister Jenny is using the tree of life as one of her emblems this year as it celebrates Joy.
The Heart Fund is especially important to our Worthy Grand Matron as it honors her father Brother Leonard “Bud” Woods. We will continue to raise funds to support heart related research and programs as well as raising funds to purchase much needed AED units for the common areas at the Masonic Home.
To raise funds, we will do a variety of projects.
• Charms Members can give a donation and receive a living tree charm for their Membership Pin.
• Have a Heart – Lend a Helping Hand: For a donation, members can trace the outline of their hand on sturdy colored paper. They may choose to write their name, the names of loved ones, or a word of encouragement on their hand. The hands will be cut out by the committee and will become the leaves for a tree of life at Grand Chapter (see picture above).
• Dancing with the Stars We will support a dinner-dance with contests, games, and silent auction as well as great food and dancing. You won’t want to miss this fun event so save the date of Saturday April 18, 2020.
Most importantly, we will spread the word about preventing heart disease in our local communities. Our work will truly have the ability to give the gift of life!
The Tree of Life – WGM Project
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On May 18, 2019, friends, family, Eastern Star members, and many Past Grand Matrons met at the Franklin Masonic Lodge in Franklin to honor Jonny Beeler who is retiring as the Grand Secretary for the state of Indiana in June. It was also the celebration of the 75th birthday for Jonny. In honor of the two celebrations (birthday and retirement) there were two cakes for the occasion. Jonny greeted all her family, friends,
Celebrating Jonny Beeler
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and Eastern Star members for a photo moment in front of a beautiful blue background with her children Susie, Stacey, and James. After having been sick for so long recently, Jonny was lively and looked good for her special day. Beulah Jones, Grand Secretary Emeritus, who celebrated her 100th birthday recently, was not able to attend. Everyone
visited remembering all
the good times with these two GRAND ladies.
Barbara Heath, Star-Lite Reporter Emeritus
On a very busy night in May, Franklin Chapter held a ceremony to present the twenty-five year pin to Robert Heuchan. Anna Burton, WM, presided and read the ceremony as Paula Heuchan, his wife, pinned him. There was a large crowd of wellwishers present to support Bob. Several officers shared their memories of that night twenty-five years ago. The Worthy Matron in 1994 had to initiate a new member just an hour after her mother had passed away. Sandra and Barbara Heath, Worthy Matron and Adah, had received word at 6:30 P.M. that their mother had just passed away. They came and performed the offices of Worthy Matron and Adah because of the difficulty of finding anyone that late to substitute for them. Following the business of this meeting all the officers and guests went to the dining room for refreshments and fellowship.
Reported by Barbara Heath, Star-Lite Emeritus
Franklin Presents Twenty-five Jewel
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Acton Chapter in District #11 had the privilege to present Vi Barlow with a nice gift from her chapter and a cake for 82+ years of membership. The other people in the picture are: Jamie Hamilton, WM; Tammy Sweezy, DD#11; Debbie Stout, Secretary; Bill Stout; and Victoria Phillips. The chapter presented Vi with a beautiful locket with floating charms and a nice cake to share with her friends.
Vi Barlow – 82 Years of Membership
On June 11, 2019, Worthy Grand Matron Jennifer Nicholson’s first official duty was to present a 75 Year Pin to Clella Brown of Leo Chapter #278 in Leo, Indiana. There were several members of Leo Chapter and over 15 members of Clella’s family in attendance to celebrate this wonderful occasion. Clella was pinned by her sons. In the picture with Clella Brown is Jennifer Nicholson and Jackie Baker, District Deputy #14.
Clella Brown Celebrates 75 Years
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Royal Center Chapter #375 hosted the last inspection in D#18 on April 24, 2019. It was also the Honor Night for our District Deputy, Cynthia Biggs. The night began with WGM Diana Surfus presenting the Baby Dedication for Lennon Jude Emerson Morgan, grandson of Jim & Martha Brown, PGM. That was followed by a 50 Year Award ceremony for Doris Gingerich. Doris is a Past Deputy and traveled from Ohio for the presentation. She told of her many years of service and adventures in Eastern Star. After that WGM Diana presented Jim Brown (at right) with a Grand Representative appointment of Maine. After the usual opening and introductions, the chapter honored Cynthia Biggs, DD#18. Becky & Tina Mullens presented an old fashioned revival for entertainment and led everyone in singing several songs. Everyone had a good time. Refreshments were served in the dining room followed with fellowship by everyone in attendance.
Many Honored in D#18
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50 Year recipient Doris Gingerich is in the center.
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We in District #11 were privileged to have a 50-year member at our last inspection. Harold Dickason was pinned by his sister Bert Lamson. He spoke and reminded us that we all have memory troubles sometimes. He had raised 3 Master Masons saying that the first time he did it from memory, the second time he had the ritual there unopened with him, and the third time he had to read the whole thing. But he still did the work and the Mason was raised and joined the order. Harold is a special man and we are lucky to have him as one of our own.
Harold Dickason Honored
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Sister Helen Ausenbaugh of Evansville Chapter #555 received her 50-year pin with several family and friends in attendance. Sister Helen was initiated on her grandfather's Masonic affiliation and two years later her parents, Jean and Harold Grace, joined the Order. Brother Bill Shoulders, PGP, presented Sister Helen with her 50-year pin.
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Saturday, May 18th, saw Sister Gleda Brooks, Grand Conductress, her husband, Jerry, and many of her friends sailing along the Ohio River. We enjoyed dinner, music, and great companionship. Watching the full moon rise above the river topped off the evening, sponsored by Gleda’s Golden Wings Steering Committee!
Helen Ausenbaugh Honored
Gleda’s River Trip
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For a community project, members of the Columbia City Chapter #65 of the Order of the Eastern Star, collected donated items for the Whitley County Humane Society. Those attending the presentation of the donated items on May 18th were (left to right) Joan Simon, Jane Wasmuth, Mary Miller, John Shumaker, and Bill and Carol Schaefer.
Columbia City Donates
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With the completion of the Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at the Masonic Home at Compass Park, the time had come to relocate the Snoezelen Room to the new facility. Seymour Chapter #134, upon hearing of the expenses involved in the reinstallation of the equipment and the desire to add additional specialized therapies, presented a $1,000 check to the Indiana Masonic Home. , outgoing Worthy Matron, chose the Masonic Home as her Worthy Matron Project for her year. The Snoezelen Room was a project of Past Grand Matron Betty Swisher and the S&S Bouquet of Love Grand Family. Its light, sound, scents, and music therapy is used on a daily basis to aide in the specialty care of Alzheimer's and dementia patients states Melissa Skirvin, Dementia Care Coordinator. The check was presented May 29th at a Luncheon held in the Small Dining Room. This was also a project of Tina Vredenburgh, PGM, and her Dare to Dream Grand Family. Attending the Luncheon were: Marissa Meahl, Director of Nursing; Bill Pierce,
SEYMOUR CHAPTER PRESENTS CHECK TO IMH
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Hospital Administrator; Melissa Skirvin; Mike Spencer, CEO of Compass Park; Jenna Butler, his Administrative Assistant; Worthy Matron Margaret Kroman; her husband Stephen, Grand Lodge Photographer; Worthy Patron Rick Smith and his wife Sue; and Loretta Riehl, PGM and former OES Representative on the Masonic Home Board.
Rick Smith is Seymour Chapter and Jackson
Lodge Ambassador to the Indiana Masonic Home at Compass Park and Stephen and Margaret Kroman were each recently named Ambassador-at-Large of the Indiana Masonic
Home Foundation. Every one of us has had
or at some point in the future will have someone close to us diagnosed with a progressive mental disorder. With the increase in our aging population it is more important than ever that as we see the need and are able, that we use our time and our talents to aide in the care of our Sisters and Brothers. Seymour Chapter along with Jackson Lodge #146 are fortunate to have made many financial contributions to the Masonic Home and Compass Park over the years.
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Southport Chapter will be celebrating their 100th Anniversary very soon and has been quite busy lately. We are proud to share a couple of these events with you! On April 13th several from the Chapter, along with friends, traveled from Indianapolis to Seymour in order that a 75-year Award might be presented to Sister Jean Wheatley. As Sister Jean is physically unable to travel to the Chapter, we met in the home of Jean’s daughter, Sherrye Ruddick, and were also greeted by her Granddaughter, Jennifer Thompson and Great-Granddaughter, Winnie Thompson. Sister Jean was presented a beautiful corsage from her chapter, a gift of a golden rose pin from the Worthy Grand Matron, Sister Diana Surfus, and gifts from other members of her Chapter who were present. Following greetings and hugs the ceremony was given by LeVon Holmes, PGM, and Jean’s 75-year Award was pinned by her Deputy Sister, Loretta Riehl, PGM.
When the ceremony was completed refreshing punch and delicious cake were served by Mary Birdwell, Past Matron of
Southport Shares Events
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Southport. Needless to report, many, many happy memories were shared throughout the afternoon. Others attending were Rovena Harrison, Widow of Beryl Harrison, PGP; Alex Birdwell, husband of Mary, and Marilyn Bohrer, Secretary of Southport Chapter. At our regular stated meeting on May 1st, Southport members were blessed with another very special occasion. Following a delicious pitch-in dinner, everyone gathered in the Chapter room to partake in a rare event. Led by Past Grand Matron LeVon Holmes, a 75-year pin was presented to Sister Janet Keith, a 50-year pin was awarded to Sister Connie Milligan, and a 25-year pin was given to Sister Diana Brown. Each of these lovely ladies was presented at the Altar by Brother John Rose, PP. It was an emotional evening as each of the ladies expressed themselves regarding their memories of the years of membership in the Order. A side note: Our 75-year recipient, Sister Janet, was in attendance in 2015-16 in the home of her niece, Janet Brown, when her sister, the late Mildred Orme, was presented her 75-year award by Sister Tina Vredenburgh, PGM, and Brother Larry Frost, PGP.
In February the members of Lakeville Masonic Lodge and Lakeville Chapter in District 20 held a Chili Dinner benefit for the Lakeville Fire Department. A fireman's boot was placed at the door to collect a free will offering and over $1,300 was raised to benefit the local fire department and their charities. Several of the firemen turned out to help along with Miss Flame of St. Joseph County. The little bit of chili that was left at the end was then donated to the local homeless shelter where it was much appreciated.
Lakeville Fire Department Benefit
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On June 22nd Royal Center Chapter #375 in District 18 held their Installation of Officers. Since purple is the Worthy Matron’s favorite color and we have Grand Esther in our Chapter this year, a first for Royal Center Chapter, we wore purple vests with white butterflies appliqued on the pockets and the men have purple ties, all made by WM Leila Ferguson. After the installation all enjoyed a meal that was prepared by WM Leila’s family. Fellowship followed and all enjoyed the afternoon with their Sisters and Brothers. Pictured are: Phil Litke, Warder; Mary Barnett, Electa; Sharon Litke, Ruth; Nancy Pratt, Associate Matron; Sharon Campbell, Treasurer; Leila Ferguson, Worthy Matron; Irene Lawson, Marshal; Betty Goodrich, Organist; Jim Brown, Worthy Patron; Jo Ann Metzger, Associate Conductress; Cynthia Biggs, Chaplain; Malissa Poor, Sentinel; Judith Poor, Prompter; and Martha Brown, Secretary. Also attending was Grand Esther Tina Mullens, Esther. Unable to attend due to other obligations were: Don Mullens, Associate Patron; Becky Mullens, Conductress; Linda Lytle, Martha; and MacKenzie Ledley, Bible Bearer (who is due to have a baby any day now!).
Royal Center Installation
At Grand Chapter the Past Presidents of the Indiana Grand Representatives Association gathered to be honored by the Current President of the Association. Pictured are: Marilyn Dixon, 2015; Becky Cleveland, 2014; Louise Misegades, 2002; Carolyn Janik, 2001; Suzanne
York, 1997; Ann Mangus 2007; Sarah Rose McCammon, 2008; Judy Wurz, 2010; Christina Carney, 2016; Amy Ogrentz, 2011; Nancy Pratt, 2012; Jan Warner, 2013; and President Ruth Ann Howard at the podium.
Past Presidents IGRA
Ashley Chapter #229 assisted the Easter Bunny in making Easter happy for 45 kindergarten children at the Country Meadows Elementary School. The baskets were assembled by the chapter with donations from both the chapter and the members. They were presented by Worthy Matron Judy Warstler, Associate Patron Richard Gaff, and Secretary Phyllis Gaff. The Principal, Tonya Buchs, expressed her appreciation and delight, and the children were beyond excited.
Helping the Easter Bunny!!!
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If you don’t see all the information that you need, please contact your District Deputy or Nancy Pratt, Editor. Please be aware that on occasion a date and/or location will be changed and it will be too late to make the correction in the magazine. Thank you for your understanding!
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WGM OFFICIAL CALENDAR Aug 10 Grand Marshal Reception Aug 17 Multi-State in Kentucky Aug 17 Grand Master Reception Aug 24 First Inspection in State D#13 Moriah Lodge in Anderson, GOEx Sep 7 AGC Reception Sep 14 Grand Sentinel Reception Sep 21 Grand Warder & DD#15 Receptions Sep 28 Grand Organist & DD#11 Receptions Oct 5 Lois Chapter 125th Anniversary Oct 19 Southport Anniversary Oct 19 D#11 Hoedown
INSPECTIONS Baby Dedication 7:10 pm, Award of Gold 7:20 pm Inspection 7:30 pm Unless otherwise noted Aug 24 D#13 at Moriah Lodge, Anderson w/Pendleton, GOEx Baby Dedication 1:10 50 Year Awards 1:20
Inspection 1:30
Sep 10 D#3 Oct 10 D#21 Sep 13 D#6 Oct 11 D#20 Sep 17 D#18 Oct 16 D#2 Sep 18 D#14 Oct 18 D#1 Sep 24 D#7 Oct 23 D#4 Sep 26 D#5 Oct 28 D#17 Oct 30 D#16
RECEPTIONS
Dinner Remittance must accompany all reservations Aug 10 Grand Marshal Harold Rowe Lakeville Masonic Lodge 318 N. Mangus Dr., Lakeville, IN 46536 Social 3:00, Program 4:00 Dinner to follow $11.00 Checks payable to: Lakeville Chapter #479 RSVP by Aug. 5 to: Chris Rowe P.O. Box 331, Lakeville, IN 46536 574-784-8948 [email protected]
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Aug 17 Grand Master Sep 7 Assoc. Grand Conductress – Cynthia Willyard First United Methodist Church 1324 Church St., New Castle, IN 47362 Social 2:00, Program 4:00 Dinner to follow ($16.00) RSVP by August 30 to: Nancy Frost 372 Lynnview Lane New Castle, IN 47362 765-521-3616 or [email protected] Sep 14 Grand Sentinel Denver Gray Central Christian Church 1434 W. 2nd St., Seymour, IN 47274 Social 2:00, Program 4:00 Dinner to follow ($16.00) RSVP by August 14 to: Pat Cummings P.O. Box 444, Seymour, IN 47274 Sep 21 Grand Warder Ruth Sherrow AND DD#15 Rebecca Coath Taylor High School Cafetorium Door 16 on East side of school 3794 E. 300 S., Kokomo, IN Social 2:00, Program 4:00 Dinner to follow ($14.00) RSVP by Sept. 16 to: Ruth Sherrow 11212 Crestview, Kokomo, IN 46901 765-883-8449 [email protected] Sep 28 Grand Organist Peggi Barassi AND DD#11 Debbie Stout Lawrence United Methodist Church 5200 N. Shadeland Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46226 Social 2:00, Program 4:00 Dinner to follow ($14.00) Checks payable to: Oakland Chapter #159 RSVP by Sept. 21 to: Patty Pracht, Sec. 9370 N. First Watch Way McCordsville, IN 46055 317-457-5859 [email protected]
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Stellar Stars
Stellar Stars is a great way to honor or remember an individual or a group for a full year. The costs of Stellar Stars are: $10 -‐‑ $24 for 1 Star; $25 -‐‑ $49 for 2 Stars; $50 -‐‑ $74 for 3 Stars; $75 -‐‑ $99 for 4 Stars; and $100 and up for 5 Stars. These will run for 1 year after we receive the request. The short information you want printed about the individual or group can be mailed along with a check payable to Indiana Grand Chapter, OES with the notation: Stellar Stars, to:
Nancy Pratt 3597 N. Old U.S. 31 Rochester, IN 46975
Please consider honoring or remembering those special Eastern Star people in your family, chapter or district with a Stellar Star for everyone to see and know that they are special to you.
Star-Lite
Published Bi-monthly (6 issues a year) $20.00
Name _____________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ City _________________________________________ State ____________ Zip _________________ Indiana Chapter Number ______________________ Indiana District Number_______________ E-Mail address (optional) __________________________________________________ NEW SUBSCRIBER RENEWALS _____ 1 Year $20.00 _____ 1 Year Renewal $20.00 _____ 2 Years $40.00 _____ 2 Year Renewal $40.00 Mail to: Nancy Pratt Send address changes to: 3597 N. Old U.S. 31 Nancy Pratt Rochester, IN 46975
Bulk mail is not forwarded by the post office Make checks payable to: Indiana Grand Chapter, O.E.S. Put : Star-Lite on the memo line
1 Star Honor Stations
Knightsville Chapter #238 Carla Farrand, Treasurer Lois McKinney, Organist Steven Cooley, Secretary
Devoted to
Knightsville Chapter #238 Esther Metz, Star Point Martha Rebecca Proffitt, Conductress
2 Stars
In Memory of Janet Sweet, Sister of Jean Hoffman, DD#4
Fields of Faith Grand Family
In Loving Memory of Janet Sweet
A good Friend to all And missed by everyone
Beverly, Dawnee & Lori Beth
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Star-Lite is the official magazine of the
Order of the Eastern Star in Indiana. It is published bimonthly (Aug., Oct., Dec., Feb., April, & June) online and in print by subscription. Check your address label for errors in your name, address, and especially the chapter and district number. Report errors and/or corrections to Nancy Pratt.
Star-Lite Magazine Publishers Jennifer Nicholson, WGM Robert DeRolf, WGP Star-Lite Director Amy Ogrentz 3441 41st St. Highland, IN 46322 Griffith #583, D#19 Star-Lite Editor Nancy Pratt 3597 N. Old U.S. 31 Rochester, IN 46975 Royal Center #375, D#18 Star-Lite Advisor Gail Bailey 2233 Huffman Road Boonville, IN 47601 Chrisney #357, D#1 Star-Lite Division Advisors Division 1 (1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9) Dana Kroeger – Division 2 (4, 5, 6, 10, 11) Connie Branigan – Division 3 (12, 13, 14, 18, 21) Sue Ellen Stokes – Division 4 (15, 16, 17, 19, 20) Kelley Bryan – Griffith #583, D#19 Star Lite Reporters District Deputies Barbara Heath, Star-Lite Emeritus Franklin #439, D #6
PAID ADVERTISEMENTS ADVERTISEMENTS are for any business, individual, chapter, district, steering committee, etc., that would like to place an ad in Star-Lite. If a profit is to be made on an event, then it is advertising and needs to be paid for. DEADLINE is the same as any article. COST per ad per issue:
1/12 page (Business card size) is $10.00 1/6 page is $20.00 1/4 page is $30.00 1/3 page is $40.00 1/2 page is $60.00
Full page is $100.00. SUBMISSION: All items should be camera-ready. Please make checks payable to Indiana Grand Chapter, OES. Send copy and payment to: Nancy Pratt, Editor
WE NEED YOUR NEWS! Help keep Star-Lite interesting! Submit your news so all can see what you are doing. Check deadline dates if you want your news in a certain issue, especially items for the calendar. Please limit articles to 500 words. There is no charge to print pictures. Please remember to identify everyone in the pictures. Send articles and pictures with self-addressed stamped envelope if you want them returned to:
Nancy Pratt, Editor 3597 N. Old U.S. 31
Rochester, IN 46975-8312 [email protected]
Copy Deadlines:
October issue – August 15 December issue – October 15 February issue – December 15
April issue – February 15 June issue – April 15
