Br. G. Wayne Hawk

Brethren –

It is my sad duty to report on the death of Br. G. Wayne Hawk, who put down the working tools on August 27, 2017, at age 89.

We just learned of his passing yesterday, so there will not be a request for a Masonic funeral. His obituary notice is reprinted below.

HAWK – G. Wayne
August 27, 2017, of East Aurora, NY. Beloved husband of Charline “Bunkie”. Dearest father of George Jr. (Carolyn), David and John (Colleen) Hawk. Cherished grandfather of Casey, Maeve, Claire and Gavin Hawk. Dear brother of the late Betty Jane Brown. Also survived by 1 niece and 2 nephews. The family will be present to receive friends on Friday from 5-8 PM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main Street, East Aurora, NY. Funeral services will be held at Nativity Lutheran Church, East Aurora on Saturday at 11:00 AM. If desired contributions may be made to HospiceBuffalo, Inc. Online condolences may be shared at www.woodfh.com

“Most glorious God! author of all good and giver of all mercy! pour down Thy blessings upon us, and strengthen our solemn engagements with the ties of sincere affection! May the present instance of mortality remind us of our approaching fate, and draw our attention toward Thee, the only refuge in time of need! that, when the awful moment shall arrive, that we are about to quit this transitory scene, the enlivening prospect of Thy mercy may dispel the gloom of death; and after our departure hence in peace, and in Thy favor, may we be received into Thine everlasting kingdom, to enjoy, in union with the souls of our departed friends, the just reward of a pious and virtuous life. Amen.”

Masonic Service for PM Paul Cochran

Called from laborThe Masonic Service for PM Paul Cochran will be this Saturday at 11:00 am in East Aurora. Paul was a very special member of our lodge and was still active well into his eighties. His last visit to lodge was when he received his 60 year pin. Paul passed away just weeks before reaching 65 years in the craft. Wor Breth did some research and found that PM Cochran was originally raised at Whiteface Mountan Lodge #789 in Saranac Lake, NY. He affiliated with Blazing Star in 1962.

Masonic Memorial Service

Saturday, May 30, 2015
Time – 11:00 am (please be there at least 15 minutes prior to get your aprons and get the group organized)
Location – 29 Temple Place, East Aurora, NY 14052
Corner of Temple Place and Millard Fillmore Way. (Just down the street from the back of the lodge, about a minute walk from the lodge)

Dress – Normal lodge attire
Aprons – Will be brought to the church – Only white aprons to be used. No name tags on suits. Only one masonic pin on suit.

Please call with any questions.

Bro. Cochran Called from Labor

Brethren:
It is my sad duty to report the passing of Past Master Paul Cochran. Brother Cochran put down the working tools of life on November 17th. Hewas raised to the degree of Master Mason on December 7th, 1949 and served as Master of Blazing Star Lodge in 1990. Brother Cochran was very active within our lodge until health issues prevented him from coming

In recent years. He assisted in many degrees well into his 80’s and stood as Tyler for nearly 20 years. Brother Cochran also was in Commandry and Royal Arch Masons. Paul was a very nice man, and very good Mason. He will be missed.

Thank You,
Wor John Markuse