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VA Masonic District 1B Lodges

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Dale City 319 Woodbridge - 3rd Fri. 7:30p
Elmer Timberman 54 Annandale - 3rd Mon. 7:30p
Fort Hunt-Skidmore Daytime 353 Springfield - 2nd Wed. 11:00a
John A. Lejeune 350 Quantico - 3rd Mon. 7:30p
Mount Vernon 219 Alexandria - 1st Wed. 7:30p
Occoquan 310 Woodbridge - 2nd Mon. 7:30p
Springfield 217 Springfield - 1st Tues. 7:30p

Masonic Education Topics

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Masonic Symbolism

Lewis Jewel

Calendar - 2012

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January

10th: Simmons-DeRossi School
20th: Stated Communication

February

20th: Stated Communication

March

13th: Simmons-DeRossi School
17th: Division Leadership Conf., Alexandria Scottish Rite Temple, 08:30 AM
19th: Stated Communication - Official Visit by Dist. 1B DIW
Temple Corporation Board of Directors Meeting
26th: Called Communication - EA Degree
28th: District 1B School - Ft. Hunt-Skidmore No. 353, 7:30 PM, Fellowship
at 6:30 PM

April

10th: Simmons-DeRossi School
16th: Stated Communication - Official Visit by DDGM
Temple Corporation Board of Directors Meeting
26th: District 1B School - Occoquan No. 353, 7:30 PM, Fellowship at 6:30 PM.
28th: William Hiram Wood School - Alexandria-Washington No. 22, Registration
at 8:00 AM

May

8th: Simmons-DeRossi School
21st: Stated Communication
Temple Corporation Board of Directors Meeting

June

12th: Simmons-DeRossi School
18th: Stated Communication - Past Master's Night
Temple Corporation Board of Directors Meeting
23rd: ETL Lodge Picnic

Charities / Scholarships

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One of our responsibilities as Masons in Annandale is to improve the community in which we live. Masonic organizations all have charities that they donate time, effort, and money. Within our Elmer Timberman Lodge we have additional specific charities that we support.

College Scholarships

Every year we give scholarships to deserving high school seniors to help them be successful in their college careers. We have a committee, which delivers applications to each of the neighborhood high schools. The Committee then reviews the submitted applications and awards scholarships. Throughout the year, the committee works to raise money for these children. We care about the future of our community and these young students are our future! If you would like more information on the scholarship program, please contact the Scholarship Corporation President, O. McNeil Marple via email at neil.maple@gmail.com.

Masonic Home of Virginia

We also raise money for the Masonic Home of Virginia (MAHOVA) which cares for men and women, so they can enjoy their golden years with proper dignity and happiness. In addition to financial gifts to the home, we have collected over two thousand large print books, video, and audio devices with disks and tapes for their entertainment. We also raised money to purchase a large screen television for their viewing pleasure. Elmer Timberman Lodge has also has started a program to provide a bus for field trips. We care about our Seniors! If you would like more information on MAHOVA, or would like to donate to MAHOVA, please contact our MAHOVA Ambassador, Ridgley E. "Ed" Davis at (703) 354-7495.

Hall Rental

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Using the Lodge Facilities for Private Parties

The Elmer Timberman Masonic Lodge No.54 supports our community by making our facilities available for family celebrations and other types of meetings and entertainment activies. Our facilities have been used for weddings, religous services, bridge parties, sweet sixteen parties, and other social occasions.

Our rental rates are very attractive.

If you are interested in utilizing our facilities please contact our Building Superindent, Charles E. Wilkinson, Jr. at (703) 910-7513 or via email at cwilki33@comcast.net.

Relevent Documents

Sample Rental Agreement

Secure Building Checklist

Equipment Storage and Charge List

Photo Album

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Grand Master and Worshipful Master

2012 Officers

60 Year Veteran Presentation - February 20, 2012

Visit by District 1B DEO

60 Year Veteran Presentation - March 19, 2012

60 Year Veteran Presentation - April 16, 2012

Presentation of the Lewis Jewel

News / Blog

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:30:59 -0500

Elmer Timberman Annual Picnic

All,

Elmer Timberman Lodge will be hosting its annual picnic on June 23rd. Please come and join us in a wonderful afternoon of joy, relaxation, and fellowship. The picnic will start promply at Noon!!

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Apr 30, 2012 8:52 PM

60 Year Veterans Honored - Round 3

The Grand Lodge of Virginia and Elmer Timberman Brethren honored yet another Brother for 60 years of faithful service to the Craft. Bro Claremont L. Pederson received his 60 Year Certificate, read by RW Grayson L. Koogle, DDGM and presented by WM Charles Wilkinson, III. Congratulations, Brother Pederson!!

Check out the Photo Album for the event!

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Apr 21, 2012 10:46 PM

April Stated - DDGM Visit - Lewis Jewel Presentation

We experienced a memorable April Stated Communication. We had the privilege of hosting the DDGM for our Masonic District 1B, RW Grayson L. Koogle; recognized one Brother for 60-years of faithful service to the Fraternity; and witnessed the presentation of the Lewis Jewel to our very own Worshipful Master, WOR Chaz Wilkinson, III.

RW Koogle made his official visit to Elmer Timberman No. 54. What an honor it was to host him. His love of the Craft and the energy he brings with him every where he travels is nothing short of infectious - in a good way of course. RW Koogle shared the Grand Master's vision and mission for Masons in Virginia. In addition, RW Koogle was pleased to present a 60-year Veteran certificate and pin to Bro Claremont L. Pederson.

This Stated Communication was also special for another reason. The Craft was called to refreshment, so family and friends of Worshipful Master Chaz Wilkinson, III, as well as fraternal visitors of several Lodges from Northern Virginia and Shriners from Kena Temple could observe the presentation of the Lewis Jewel. RW Koogle shared with us the history of the Lewis Jewel. After a fantastic history lesson, RW Koogle invited Bro Charles Wilkinson, Jr., JW - the Worshipful Master's father, to assist him in the presentation of the Lewis Jewel to the Worshipful Master. I am sure I am not the only one present that was humbled by the joy of seeing the pride in a father to know his son is walking aright.

Please continue to join us for our Stated Communications, if you are available. The example you set for the younger generation of masons is critical when you attend Lodge.

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Apr 21, 2012 10:05 PM

March Stated Communication

What a fantastic March Stated Communication. We had the honor of recognizing two of our Brethren for 60-years of faithful service to the Fraternity.

We were expecting District Instructor of Work, WOR Michael J King, for District 1B to join us on this evening; however, he was called away for another engagement. Fortunately, in WOR King's absence, our Marshall, RW John Shroeder, made a wonderful presentation on the life and works of Bro Joseph Fort Newton. Bro Newton contributed greatly to the betterment of the Craft. Most people attribute his work, "The Builder's," as one of his single greatest contributions to mankind. I was so excited about the book that I purchased it as soon as I got home - and now have my own copy.

Also, we will have a Called Communication for the purpose of initiating two candidates as Entered Apprentices on March 26th at 7:00 PM! Please join us if you are available. We could always use the help and support.

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Mar 22, 2012 6:48 PM

60 Year Veterans Honored - Round 2

The Grand Lodge of Virginia and Elmer Timberman Brethren honored two more of our Brothers for 60 years of faithful service to the Craft. 60 Year Veterans, Bro Richard B. McCord and Bro Nelson R. Bullock received their 60 Year Certificates, read by RW John Shroeder, PM and presented by WM Charles Wilkinson, III. Congratulations, Brethren!!

Check out the Photo Album for the event!

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Mar 22, 2012 6:48 PM

Upcoming April Stated Communication

The District Deputy Grand Master, Right Worshipful Grayson L. Koogle, for District 1B will make his official visit to Elmer Timberman Lodge during its April Stated Communication on April 16th. Also, we will be having a special program. The program will be open to friends and family. I have it on good authority that this program will be special for a Brother in our midst. Let's celebrate him in good form!! Contact the Junior Warden, Charles Wilkinson, Jr., if you intend to join us for dinner.

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Mar 4, 2012 6:23 PM

Upcoming March Stated Communication

The District Instructor of Work, WOR Michael J King, for District 1B will make his official visit to Elmer Timberman Lodge during its March Stated Communication on March 19th. Please ensure you can join us. Also, don't forget the opportunity for dinner prior to the Communication.

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Mar 4, 2012 6:20 PM

Dues Increase

Our February Stated Communication was very important. In our last Trestleboard, Brethren received notice that we would vote on a motion to raise dues to a total of $113.00. A counter was proposed in Communication to raise dues to $100.00 per annum vice $113.00. The Brethren voted in the affirmative. Begininng in 2013, Brethren will pay dues in the amount of $100.00. Please begin to plan accordingly.

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Feb 23, 2012 8:41 PM

Visit by Distict Education Officer for 1B

The District Education Officer, WOR Peter Terrill, PM, for District 1B made his official visit to Elmer Timberman Lodge during its February Stated Communication on February 20th. WOR Terrill shared his vision and mission for the year with us. Specifically, in addition to the leadership and education course offered by the Grand Lodge, he is developing an additional education program for Brethren in the District. His intention is to make it available via paper and online via the District 1B website. Check it often to get them once they are posted. Look for them around April. This is an exciting time for our District and the Grand Lodge.

Check out the Photo Album for the event!

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Feb 23, 2012 8:02 PM

60 Year Veterans Honored

The Grand Lodge of Virginia and Elmer Timberman Brethren honored two of our Brothers for 60 years of faithful service to the Craft. 60 Year Veterans, Bro Charles Welch, PM and Bro Albert Gastoukian received their 60 Year Certificates, read by RW John Shroeder, PM and presented by WM Charles Wilkinson, III. Brothers from Green Springs Retirement Community where Bro Welch and Bro Gastoukian reside joined us for this special occasion. What a show of support from our Fraternity!

Check out the Photo Album for the event!

Sincerely & Fraternally,
Jason M. Himsey
Chaplain, Elmer Timberman No. 54

Feb 23, 2012 8:02 PM

Honorary Members and Veterans

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Honorary Members
William E. Hargraves
Donald M. Robey
Francis M. Shoemaker

50 Year Veterans
George S. Ahlfield
Charles P. Allison
Claude S. Breeden. Jr.
Alfred D. Brower, Sr.
Irving N. Byrne
Hector A. Campbell
H. Penn Coddington Jr.
John Checkovich
James R. Cowden
Charles V. Cunningham
Paul E. Emerson
Leon R. Fleisher
Richard D. Fread
Clarence Gatton
Wesley R. George
Edwin A. Griffith, Sr.
Joseph D. Hartsoe
William E. Hargraves, PGM
Charles E.Hunnicutt
Robert R. Jones
William M. Kelly
Peter F. King
Meade E. McCubbin
Robert C. McLees
Max L. Neuman
Max H. Pearson
Claremont L. Pederson
Stanley J. Perch
George R. Ragen
Poole Rogers
Robert S. Silverthorn
Edgar R. Skelton
Kenneth M. Soter
E.A. Viereck, Jr.
Paul S. Walker
Roger B. Waller
Roscoe Carroll Waltemyer
George T. Ward
Russell J. Werle

60 Year Veterans
Nelson R. Bullock
R.Edward Davis
John D. Denton Jr.
Albert S. Gastoukian
Theodore B. Holm
Richard B. McCord
Claremont Leland Pederson
Charles W. Welch

Life Members in Perpetuity

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Deceased Masons are marked with one asterisk (*) before the name.

William H. Atkinson
Robert L. Augustad
*Richard B. Baldwin
Richard G. Bingler
Gregory L. Boggs,
Theodore Campbell, Jr.
R. Edward Davis
*John D. Denton, Jr.
Dennis J. Doyle
Marvin E. Feldman
William E. Flaherty, IV
Charles A. Fulesdy,
James T. Gardella
Albert S. Gastoukian
Clarence E. Gatton
Joseph D. Hartsoe
Joseph R. Hartsoe
William J. Heinz
Woodrow R. Helenberg
*David A. Hetzer
Charles E. Hinson
Richard E. Hodge
*H. Clinton Holley
Theodore B. Holm
Kelso W. Horst
Charles E. Hunnicutt
James C. Jones
Robert R. Jones
Thomas H. King
Stephen W. Law
*Sidney J. Leigh
O. McNeil Marple, II
*Clinton E. McKinney
Gary L. Misch
Dieter H. Muenich
George R. Ragen
Michael A. Riley
Edward A. Roland
Lewis W. Roland
John Shroeder, Jr.
*Reid J. Simmons
*Carl E. Simpson
Howard K. Smith, Jr.
*Walter F. Stiers
William A. Tetrault
*Nathan A. Thompson
Richard K. Willis
*Guy E. Wilt

Lodge History

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Perceiving the need for a Masonic Lodge in Annandale, a number of Masons who regularly patronized the little 10' x10' post office located in Joe Mettaurers filling station began collecting the signatures of Masons living in Northern Virginia for the purpose of petitioning the Grand Lodge of Virginia to start a new Lodge in Annandale.

In the early 1950's, Annandale was a bedroom community of Washington D. C. Many of the Masons who picked up their mail at the little post office worked for the Federal Government and had relocated to Fairfax County from other locations.

Eighty Masons petitioned the Grand Lodge of Virginia for a charter in December 1952. The future Lodge in Annandale would be named Elmer Timberman Lodge in honor of Right Worshipful J. E. W. Timberman, a prominent and active Mason who operated a drug store in Alexandria, Virginia.

On December 12, 1952, The District Deputy Grand Master Frank McNulty Steadman of Kemper Lodge No. 64, Falls Church, Virginia received the dispensation and charter from the Grand Lodge. The Lodge opened in the North Room of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia, on December 15, 1952, with Right Worshipful Steadman presiding. Worshipful Charles Calvin Whitmer was installed Worshipful Master by Right Worshipful Brother Timberman, who was also the first person formally received by the new Worshipful Master. Brother Timberman thanked the Lodge and was deeply honored.