From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

Brothers needing help!!! Rouseville's Fraternal Lodge needs help at the Venango Co. Fair. They run the "Wing" booth. This is their major fund raiser for the year. They are short handed. The fair runs from August 4th to the 11th. from 10AM to 10PM. Brother Sparky DeLong needs you to help from 10AM to 5PM or 5PM to 10PM. If you can help, please call Sparky at 814-758-2230. A lot of work and a lot of fun.

From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

Final Car Cruse organizational meeting. Sunday, August 12th at 5 PM. Anyone interested is invited. This is going to be a big event and we will need some volunteers to help direct traffic. Please attend.

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Brother Steven Miller is participating in the Oil Heritage car cruise today. Please stop by and see him.

From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

All Masons of any lodge or body are invited to walk in the Oil Heritage Parade this Saturday. Line up is at 4PM on West 1st Street. Ware Masonic golf shirt or dress shirt with dark dress pants. Remember the DeMolay and Rainbow Girls lunch at the Good Hope Lutheran church 800 Moran St. OC from 1PM to 3PM. Park anywhere near the Lodge. After the parade is over, there will be shuttles back to the that area.

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All Masons and families who will be in the Oil Heritage Parade are invited to Good Hope Lutheran church 800 Moran St. OC for a picnic lunch from 1PM to 3PM. Line up for the parade is 4. Hamburgers and hot dogs for sure. Family and friends of ALL Masonic bodies are invited. Come enjoy conversation and fun. Meet new people and learn what we are all about.

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Received this from Lloyd Welch this evening. Got an infection and dehydrated , they put me back in the hospital Sunday night , I am feeling better and should be released tomorrow.

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Received the following update on both Richard McCleary. God be with both of you. My father has lost about 30 lbs in two weeks and he is extremely weak. He will have more tests done but the Dr's don't have a clue at this point is what is going on other than his heart is in great condition for his age. I will have a total hip replacement on August 22 Thank you for asking !!! I will keep you updated on my dad.

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Our second annual Lodge picnic was a success yesterday. We were very worried about the weather but it cleared off at the last minute. 50 brothers and families came to enjoy the professionally prepared beef brisket, mac and cheese, corn on the cob and all the other dishes brought by our brothers. Thank you brother Brad Young for the great meal and use of you property.

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Brother Richard McCleary, DDGM for our district, father also Richard is in Erie Hospital with a cardiac issue. More info as it becomes available. God be with you Richard.

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Brother Lloyd Welch came through surgery will. They feel they got all the cancer. He is going to live with his daughter in Ohio for two weeks to recover. God be with you brother.

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HELP!! Need help setting up for the picnic on Friday afternoon. If you can help, please meet at the lodge at 3:30PM. Need a few chairs to be taken to Brother Brad's house and setting up tables and tents. If any one has a canopy they can bring for the day, please do so. Brother Ryan Graham will supply supper for helpers.

From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

Petrolia Lodge picnic, Saturday July 21st. Open at noon, social time from 2 to 5 and food will be ready between 5 and 6 PM. Rap it up about 8 PM. Brisket, corn on the cob and drinks will be supplied. Bring your own chairs, table service and a covered dish to share. Members families and guest are all welcome. Also bring a good attitude and plan to enjoy yourself.

From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

We have three brothers with health issues. Brother Rich Guthrie's just returned from Pittsburgh Presby where he spent over a week in the Cardiac ICU. He is now in UPMC Seneca Transitional Care Room 507B. Visiting hours are from 3 to 8 PM. Next is brother Lloyd Welch. In the last two weeks was diagnosed with cancer in his back. He is going to Pittsburgh Shady Side Hospital of Friday for surgery to have it removed. He thinks he will be home on Monday. Both would appreciate cards, calls or visits. Last is brother Kristin Meddock. I have very little info but apparently he fell and hurt himself bad enough to end up in one of the Erie hospitals. If anyone has better info, please let me know so I can post it.

From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

HELP!! Need help setting up for the picnic on Friday afternoon. If you can help, please meet at the lodge at 3:30PM. Need a few chairs to be taken to Brother Brad's house and setting up tables and tents. If any one has a canopy they can bring for the day, please do so. Brother Ryan Graham will supply supper for helpers.

From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

Petrolia Lodge picnic, Saturday July 26th. Open at noon, social time from 2 to 5 and food will be ready between 5 and 6 PM. Rap it up about 8 PM. Brisket, corn on the cob and drinks will be supplied. Bring your own chairs, table service and a covered dish to share. Members families and guest are all welcome. Also bring a good attitude and plan to enjoy yourself.

From Masonic Families of the Allegheny Valley

Shrefflers Snack Shack on US-322 at Kosouth. Car Cruse and Blood Drive. Donate blood and l receive a $10 gift certificate to Shreffler's Snack Shack. Monday, July 16th, from 3 to 8 PM. See you there.

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Update for Illustrious Brother Russel Moore. Viewing at Morrison Funeral Home, Friday, July 6th from 4 - 7 PM. Funeral will be at Grace United Methodist Church, Saturday at Noon. Masonic dress is coat and tie.

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Another that I was not aware of until now. Brother Richard Mulholland's son passed away. He was in him mid 20's. Can't imagine what is is like to loose a child. God be with his family.

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Carol McCartney, wife of Don McCartney of Rouseville, Fraternal Lodge, was held today at the Heckathorn United Methodist Church today. She was a member of the Morris Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. A wonderful woman and wife. She will be missed.

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I have some very sad news to report. Brother Russel Moore passed away this afternoon. More details as the become available.

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Update for Richard Guthrie. He is in the Cardiac ICU, 3rd. Floor, 3F, Room 6. UPMC Presbyterian 200 Lothrop St Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Cards would be appreciated.