Provincial News
The Worshipful Master of Grey Friars Lodge No. 4990, WBro David Crossley, was very pleased to present a cheque for £250 on behalf of the Lodge to Bro Matt Ellmer for completing the Coast to Coast Walk in aid of the Colonel’s Fund.
- Written by: Peter Robinson
The work of the Almoner within Freemasonry is often highlighted, but its importance in providing a helping hand when needed is only fully understood when seen in action.
This is amply illustrated by the following letter, which was received recently in the Provincial Office:
Dear Sir,
I must explain this information so that you have a full understanding.
My father, Leonard now 93 has been a Mason for 39 years, an honorary member of his Craft and Chapter lodges and has been carer to my mother for 6-years, living in Kent, has been unable to attend his London lodge.
We lost Mum in April - a huge loss to him and all my family. This has, as I am sure you will understand, had a terrible effect after 70 years of marriage, with his health declining rapidly in recent weeks...
St Johns Lodge No. 3972 have received the excellent news that their application to join the UGLE Universities Scheme has been accepted.
- Written by: Michael Genner
MEGS, E Comp Jim Boughton recently presented Margaret, E Comp David Brown’s widow with a Third Provincial Grand Principal’s Collarette to mark David’s service as 3rdProvGPrin. David’s daughter, Jacqui, was also present.
MEGS also took the opportunity to present Margaret with two pictures of David. One in his Grand Officer’s regalia and the other in the full regalia of Third Provincial Grand Principal. It was the first time that either Margaret or Jacqui had seen David resplendent in his regalia.
Margaret was keen to point out that David never “dressed-up” home! The presentation was also an opportunity to reminisce on the many fine memories they all had of such a dear husband, father, colleague and friend.