Posted January 17, 2008

It is with great sadness that I report the passing of Brother David Sawyer, Past Patron (2005-2006) of Yuma Chapter. You might remember that he and his mother, Mary Sawyer were in the East together.

David had colon/liver cancer; he braved each chemo treatment. He never complained about having cancer.

He passed into Heaven, after he had been out of the house to run an errand, sitting in his chair. Services are pending.

Cards may be sent to his mother and his sister Mary and Carolyn Sawyer, 2455 S. Avenue 7 1/2 E, Yuma, AZ 85365-8605. Telephone: 928-341-1582.

Sister Carol Cloud, Worthy Matron
Yuma #14, Yuma

Posted January 15, 2008

Sisters and Brothers,

If you haven't made reservations for lunch -- it's not too late -- we are still accepting reservations ... just call Barbara @ 928-317-1815 or Carol @ 928-783-8637.

Hope to see you on January 19th!!

Sister Carol Cloud, Worthy Matron

Yuma Chapter #14

Posted January 6, 2008

Posted November 25, 2007

Shannon Seals, PM, Reporter

The New Year is almost upon us and Yuma Chapter has many activities planned.

December 11 we will have our last meeting of the year. We will be honoring our sideliners (THAT COULD BE YOU!! !). The Officers will be hosting dinner at 6:00 PM for $3.50.

January 8 will be our first meeting in 2008. We will be honoring our Past Grand Officers. Don't forget dinner is at 6:00 PM. This is a great time to catch up with our friends.

January 10 we will be serving dinner to Yuma Lodge #17 and just two days later on the 12th we will be having a Pancake Breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 AM at the Masonic Temple. Gene Bowden, PGP will be the chef of the day.

January 19 is our Official Visit. Lunch will be served at Noon. Paid reservations must be in no later than January 15th. The cost is $7.00. Please mail your reservations to; Yuma Chapter #14, OES, PO Box 5601, Yuma, AZ 85366-5601. The Kofa High School Royalties will be providing entertainment at 1:00 PM and the meeting will start promptly at 2:00 PM.

January 22 is Friendship Night. There will be a Salad Bar from 5:30 to 6:30 PM and the meeting will be at 7:00 PM.

January 26 is our Crazy Hat Luncheon and Style Show at the Masonic Temple at 11:00 AM. A salad buffet will begin at Noon at the Style Show at 1 PM. There will be a one of a kind Style Show! Wear your own crazy hat creation and you will qualifY for a chance at winning a prize.

February 2 is a Spaghetti Dinner. Gene Bowden, PGP will once again be the chef.

February 12 is our meeting. Dinner begins at 6:00 PM and the meeting at 7:00 PM. We will be honoring our Past Matrons and Past Patrons. The Theme for the night is Valentine's Day. Wear Red! We will also be renewing our Obligation.

February 13-14 we will be delivering flowers for a Money Making Project.

February 14 we will be serving dinner to the Lodge.

February 17 is our Annual Masonic Barbeque. It will be at the Yuma Civic Center from 11 AM to 4 PM.

February 26 is our meeting. Dinner will be served at 6:00 PM. We will be honoring Marshal, Organist, Warder and Sentinel.

Posted September 23, 2007

Shannon Seals, PM, Reporter

What a wonderful exciting year we have ahead of us. Here are some activities we have planned for the next few months.

September 29th - School of Instruction at 10:00 AM at the Masonic Temple. Our new District Instructor Carolyn Simson is excited to teach all of us what we have forgotten. This school is for ALL members, not just Officers.

October 9th - Stated Meeting at 7:00 PM at the Masonic Temple. At 6:00 PM dinner will be served for the nominal price of $3.50. All profits will go into the Scholarship Fund. We will be honoring our Grand Chapter Appointments. Our Worthy Matron Carol Cloud has asked that you bring non-perishable food items for a needy family.

October 23 - Stated Meeting at 7:00 PM at the Masonic Temple. Our Worthy Matron and Worthy Patron Carol and Curtis Cloud will be hosting a Hamburger Fry at 5:30 PM for $3.50. The Rainbow Girls and Advisory Board will be honored. Don't forget that we are still collecting non-perishable food items. We have been told that there will be a surprise. Guess you will have to be there to see what it is.

November 13th - Stated Meeting at 7:00 PM at the Masonic Temple. We will be serving a Turkey Dinner at 6:00 PM for $3.50. Please bring a new unwrapped toy(s) for Precious Treasures. We will be honoring the Chaplain.

November 16th - we are celebrating the 101st Birthday of Yuma Chapter #14 at 6:00 PM at the Masonic Temple. Everyone bring your favorite covered dish. Drinks and dessert will be furnished.

November 18th - Installation of Imperial Valley Chapter #276 at 2:30 (CA time), Brawley, CA. This is the closest Chapter to Yuma. Our Conductress is a Dual Member.

November 27th- Stated Meeting at 7:00 PM at the Masonic Temple. The Theme for this night is sports. Dinner is at 6:00 PM and don't forget to bring a new unwrapped toy for Precious Treasures. We will be honoring our Masonic Brothers.

December 11th - Stated Meeting at 7:00 PM at the Masonic Temple. Dinner is at 6:00 PM. We will be honoring some very important people during this meeting. Our SIDELINERS!! We are collecting new socks and new unwrapped toys.

As you can see, we are quite busy. We really appreciate all visitors. So please come and join us.

Posted August 15, 2007

In 1880, the General Grand Chapter conferred on“Birthday Party”

Dr. Rob Morris, our Founder, the title of

“Master Builder Of the Order of the Eastern Star”

And August 31st, The birthday of this illustrious man, was set apart As the Festal Day of the Order,

To be observed by having special programs on that day.

(Taken from the Ritual, page 10, paragraph 1)

You and your guest are cordially invited to a “Birthday Party”

Thursday, August 30, 2007
6:00 p.m. till ??

At the

Masonic Temple
153 S. Second Avenue
Yuma

We will have Pizza … bring your favorite salad … dessert and drinks will be furnished. Dress casual and cool! There will be a short program on Rob Morris followed by fellowship.

Questions? … R.S.V.P. …Please call

Worthy Matron, Carol Cloud @ 928-783-8637

See You on August 30th!!

Carol Cloud, Worthy Matron
Curtis Cloud, Worthy Patron
Barbara Gier, Secretary

Posted August 13, 2007

Sisters and Brothers,

It is with sadness I report that our Golden Chain of Friendship has been shortened. The link of Brother Glenn Pollard, Yuma Chapter #14 has fallen away. Brother Glenn passed away Friday, August 10, 2007.

Services will be held on Wednesday, Aug 15th at The Latter Day Saints Church, 4200 W. 18th St.,Yuma, AZ. Viewing will be from 9 to 11 AM, with services from 11 to 12 PM.