Updates

Dr. Jackson Giles Mumford III

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Brethren,
It is my sad duty to inform you that Brother Jackson Mumford III had put down the working tools of life on July 11th. Brother Mumford moved to Florida in 1989 after his retirement. He was raised to the degree of Master Mason on March 28th, 1978. His obituary is below.

Thank you,

Wor John Markuse

 

Dr. Jackson Giles Mumford III
Obituary

MUMFORD lll, DR. JACKSON GILES, 86
Ocala FL – Dr. Jackson Giles Mumford, III, retired chiropractor, died July 11,2014, peacefully at Hospice.  He was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania on Oct. 22, 1927. He served in the U.S. Navy, before going to Palmer College in Davenport, Iowa to become a Chiropractor. His office was in East Aurora, New York, where he practiced for 38 years.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Jackson Giles Mumford II, Edith Mumford; brother Donald; stepbrother Edward; and sisters Eleanor, Jean and Hazel.  He is survived by his loving wife Berdena of 56 years; daughter Monica Fay Harris, son-in-law John Harris; nieces and nephews.
He was a 32nd Degree Mason, belonging to Blazing Star Lodge #694, East Aurora, NY. A Shriner at Ismailia Temple, Buffalo, NY and was a member of the Chapter and Consistory. He was also a life time member of the Girl Scouts of USA.  He retired in 1989 and moved to Ocala Florida. During retirement he enjoyed family, golf, bicycling, working in his yard, friends and helping others.  Memorial Service was held July 14 at Roberts Funeral Home, Bruce Chapel East, Ocala FL. Chaplain Herb Agee presiding, with a gathering of family, friends, neighbors, Girl Scout leaders, and Girl Scout staff from GSWCF Tampa in attendance.  Inurnment was held August 1st, 2014 at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Florida with the U.S. Navy Honor Guard, honoring Jackson and presenting the flag to the family.

Funeral Home

Roberts Funeral Home, Bruce Chapel East
2739 Southeast Maricamp Road
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 732-9944

Called From Labor

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Brethren:
It is my sad duty to report the passing of Brother Gene Erdley. Brother Erdley put down the working tools of life on Tuesday, September 23rd. Brother Erdley was raised to the degree of Master Mason on April 8th, 1980.

Viewing for Brother Erdley is Saturday from 9:00 to 11:00 at Wood Funeral Home at 784 Main street in East Aurora.  There will be Memorial Services for Gene starting at 11:00 on Saturday.

Thank you
Wor John Markuse

Brother Gene N. ERDLEY
Brother Gene N. ERDLEY

Gene N. September 23, 2014, of East Aurora, beloved husband of Christine (nee Zelie); dear father of Robert and Amy Erdley; dearest brother of Howard T. (Bonnie) Erdley and Marsha (Paul) Rebrovich. Friends may call Saturday from 9-11AM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main St., East Aurora, where memorial services will follow at 11 AM. Gene was a longtime employee of the Village of East Aurora. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, contributions may be made to Fisher House Foundation Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Ste. 420, Rockville, MD 20850. – See more at:http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/buffalonews/obituary.aspx?n=gene-n-erdley&pid=172569698#sthash.gfHLtGmH.dpuf

 

Blazing Star Lodge #694 F&AM

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Blazing Star Lodge

2019 marks our 150 year anniversary! Stay connected with Blazing Star Lodge for updates on our celebration coming Summer 2019!

Standing proud yet unassuming and slightly hidden behind some old growth trees, the East Aurora Masonic Lodge stands as a permanent fixture in East Aurora, New York.  It overlooks the town with a protective eye ensuring all who pass are good and upright citizens.  We like to think that the presence of the Lodge in our town sets a stage of history, pride, and brotherly love among the members of the Lodge and the citizens of the town.

As part of the East Aurora, New York community since 1869 (Current Charter), the Blazing Star Masonic Lodge actively seeks ways to contribute to the success of our neighbors.  We do this by supporting little league baseball, FISH of East Aurora and Scholarships to graduating seniors at Iroquois High School and East Aurora High School.  Most recently the formation of Brother Of The Bread lead by Brother Andrew Egressy.  We are interested in our community and the people who call East Aurora home.  Since the 1800’s our Lodge stood as a building of humble men striving to better themselves and in-turn make the world a better place.  This is what we do.  We would love to talk to you more about Freemasonry please contact us anytime.

Our members meet in the Lodge every second and fourth Tuesday of each month September through June.  Dinners begin at 6:30 pm with communications starting promptly at 7:30 pm.  We encourage social discussions before and after official communications are complete.