November, 2012 - Mocha Shriners

MOCHA SHRINERS OF 

SHRINERS INTERNATIONAL 

PM #40010349 

VOL. 35 NO. 4 LONDON, ONTARIO NOVEMBER 2012 

Merry ChristMas 

from our Shrine family to yours!

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Official Publication of Mocha Temple 

www.mochashriners.org Published 4 times a year 

Statement of Purpose: To allow members to share items of 

interest while promoting our commitment to children and 

the interests of Mocha Centre. 

Editor: Dwight Coughlan, 519-657-7561 

Editor Emeritus: Gerry Stephenson, Floyd James 

Public Relations: Paul Smith, 519-637-3396 

Office: Sharron Miller and Jody Axford 

468 Colborne St. London, ON N6B 2T3 

Phone: 519-672-1391 mochashriners@rogers.com 

Fax: 519-672-7723 Lounge: 519-672-2043 

ElEctEd divan 2012 J 

Potentate: Dave Fickling 519-451-6724 

ficks@rogers.com Lady Pat 

chief Rabban: Robert Parker 519-680-0032 

parkerrob@rogers.com Lady Deb 

assistant Rabban: Jim Thomsen 519-495-1882 

jimmyjobillybob@rogers.com Lady Deb 

High Priest & Prophet: Bob Marshall 519-245-5567 

rcm@isp.ca Lady Vesta 

Oriental Guide: Brian Dayman 519-353-4332 

bddayman@gmail.com Lady Corrine 

treasurer: Dave Fahrner, PP 519-641-4998 

fahrner@sympatico.ca Lady Susan 

Recorder: Bill Butcher 519-657-5100 

jelliebean@stmpatico.ca Lady Sally 

aPPOintEd J 

First ceremonial Master: Wally Gr een 519-245-1207 

w_green@sympatico.ca Lady Darlene 

Second ceremonial Master: Frank Eagleson 519-797-2067 

feagleson@bmts.com Lady Doris 

Marshall: Craig Kealey 519-389-4187 

kealey@bmts.com Lady Sue 

captain of the Guard: Bill Baxter 519-348-8000 

bmbaxter@ezlink.ca Lady Mary 

Outer Guard: Ernie Morenz 519-243-1797 

emorenz@execulink.com Lady Ann 

director: Tommy Hill 519-268-2409 

hill@sympatico.ca Lady Cheryl 

POtEntatE’S aPPOintMEntS J 

chief aide: Doug Fickling 519-888-7448 

dougfickling@rogers.com Lady Sandra 

assistant aide: Brad Fickling 519-668-3323 

b.fickling@tvdsb.on.ca Lady Donna 

assistant aide: Norm Camp 519-858-3500 

camp2555@hotmail.com Lady Lynda 

chaplain/donor Relations: Rev. Canon Michael Farr 

519-396-8284 morkfarr@bmts.com Lady Kathleen 

assistant chaplain: Rev. Gordon Simmons 519-344-1983 

simmons.gord@gmail.com 

Membership: Harry Hewbank 519-773-7147 

hhewbank@eastlink.ca Lady Ruth 

Pubic Relations: Paul Smith 519-637-3396 

pjsmith@pjsmithassoc.ca Lady Terry 

Mocha news: Dwight Coughlan 519-657-7561 

editor.mochashriners@rogers.com Lady Caroline 

temple attorney: C. F. MacKewn Jr. 519-672-2171 x228 

fmackewn@mwlaw.ca 

External auditor: John Rozeluk 519-661-0990 x228 

jrozeluk@wilkinsonrogers.com 

Facility Manager - inside: Bent Anderson 519-672-7408 

krisandbent@porchlight.ca Lady Kris 

Facility Manager - Outside: Fraser Grant 519-657-4318 

sales6000@gmail.com Lady Connie 

Photographer: Randy Dunlop 519-264-2964 

rdphoto@rogers.com Lady Valerie 

Piper: Wilson McBeath 519-485-3496 

Potentate’s Report 

SHRinERS 

HOSPitalS FOR 

cHildREn 

The official hospital name is 

Shriners Hospitals for 

Children-Canada. 

Apostrophes are not used and both “Shriners” and 

“Hospitals” are always plural. Please use the full 

name of the hospital on all references. Please do not use “Shriners” 

alone when referring to the hospital. “Shriners Hospitals for 

Children” is the correct phrasing. 

The proper phrase for referring to the care provided by Shriners 

Hospitals for Children is “regardless of the patients ability to pay” 

PLEASE do not use “free”, “at no cost” or “at no charge” 

iMPORtant FactS: 

- Children up to 18 are eligible for care at Shriners Hospitals for 

Children, if,in the opinion of our physicians, there is reasonable 

possibility they can benefit from the specialized services avai 

able. 

- Approximately 90% of the annual Shriners hospitals for Children 

operation budget is spent in direct support of the organizations 

trifold mission of treatment, research and teaching. 

- As a non-profit organization, Shriners Hospitals for Children 

relies on the generous donations of Shriners and the general 

public to carry out our mission and change the lives of children 

every day. 

- Shriners Hospitals for Children is the only pediatric multi- 

hospital health care system that provides all care “regardless of 

the patients ability to pay”. 

Presenting Canadian Flag to Imperial Potentate 

Alan S. Madsen at Imperial Session, Charlotte, NC. 

Page 2 November 2012 MOCHA NEWS 

Recorder’s Corner 

by Bill Butcher 

Well Nobles it is that time of year 

again where we all enjoy the 

colours of the season, the beautiful 

colours in our area are amazing. 

The first part of September the 

Divan were all down in Mason 

Ohio for the GLSA and the leaves had not yet started 

to turn and show their colours. The last week of 

September we as the Divan had made the trek north 

to Elliott Lake and Sault Ste. Marie, and what a difference 

a couple of week s can make. The whole area 

came alive with beautiful colour everywhere; I was 

able to take scenic pictures of trees and landscapes 

that would make nice screen savers. Our visit, to the 

North Country was quite eventful, my Lady and myself 

met some very nice people from the two Shrine Clubs 

we attended. 

Now that we have returned home it is time to get 

back to business with meetings and the general 

operations of the Shrine and clubs and units. Since 

returning the Divan has enjoyed a night with our 

ladies at the London Shrine Club for an Official Visit 

Chaplain’s Chat 

Nobles: The season of new elections 

and appointments, for many of the 

Masonic bodies, we belong to is upon 

us. I was wondering if you have your 

excuses ready. I am reminded of that 

Great Prophet Moses, who is revered by 

Jews, Christian, Muslims, and Mormons. 

(You may read for yourself the whole story of the call of 

Moses by God in Exodus Chapters 2-4.) If you have a better 

excuse list than Moses you are a better man than I am. 

God calls Moses from a burning bush whose wood is not 

consumed. God wants Moses to go back to Egypt and lead 

his people from slavery to freedom. Moses says to God, “I 

can’t do that! Don’t you know that I am a murderer and 

hiding here in the land of Midian?” I hope you can’t top 

that excuse. God continually uses sinners to get his work 

done on earth. Moses now wants to know the qualifications 

of the voice from the bush. “What is your name?” Moses 

demands. “I am”, comes the reply, “that is my name for 

ever.” Now Moses asks God “What if the people don’t 

with our Potentate and first lady Patricia and that was 

an excellent evening for all 85 that attended. 

On October 10, 2012 was our third Stated Meeting of 

the year, at which time we presented 22 Nobles their 

pins for 25 years of service. Congratulations Gentlemen. 

Well on Saturday October 13, 2012 we had our Fall 

Ceremonial at Mocha and we installed 6 new candidates 

that I believe had a good time and enjoyed the 

ceremonial along with their fezzing at the end of the 

morning. After the ceremonial was over we all gathered 

in the lounge/bar area for as Ill. Sir Dave likes to 

say Tube steaks, chips and some wobbly pop! 

When the Stated Meeting was over I sat back and realized 

that this year is almost over and the next Stated 

Meeting is on December 12, 2012 this is also our 

annual election night and remember your dues card 

for 2012 for admittance. 

Since this is the last Mocha News for the year, Sally 

and I would like to take this opportunity to send 

“Blessings” to everyone for a Happy and Safe Holiday 

Season. 

Y.I.T.F. 

Bill Butcher 

Mocha Recorder 

believe me?” God gives Moses some miraculous powers 

(supernatural magic). Moses thinks this is his trump card, 

“But God I am not a good public speaker.” Do not worry 

God says, I will give you the right words to say and also 

send your brother, Aaron, with you who is accustomed to 

public speaking. Most importantly God promises Moses 

that He, God, will be with him all the time. 

When we, you and I, are asked to let our name stand 

for election or accept an appointment, how do we respond? 

Is our first response excuses? I am too young/old (Moses 

was 80 years old when called); I am not qualified; I don’t 

have the experience; I am a poor public speaker. The jobs 

and roles we are asked to fulfil are not as large as herding a 

nation of slaves through the wilderness for forty years. 

When we are asked to give leadership in an organization, 

give serious consideration to the fact that God may be calling 

you to lead. Remember God’s promise to Moses and to 

all His faithful people, to be with us always, giving us the 

right words to say. 

To God be the Glory 

Rev. Canon Michael Farr 

Chaplain 

MOCHA NEWS November 2012 Page 3

Dwight 

Coughlan 

❖ Now pay Dues Online - page 5 

editor 

Hello my fellow my Nobles... 

Well its been one year since I have taken 

on the role of Editor, I’ve missed a couple of 

articles, I’ve made a couple of changes to the 

design, I’ve talked to some great Nobles. In all 

honesty it has been a great experience. We 

sometimes duck our head when we see a Noble 

approaching us about taking on a new volunteer 

position. (I know I do) But, stop and think 

when your being approached and why, these 

Nobles see you as an important part in the 

ongoing on support of making this one of the 

greatest philanthropy’s in the world. So to our 

newest Nobles get involve, So to the Nobles 

who have been hanging out in the back room, 

step up…and those who give on a day to day 

basis, (and you know who you are). Simply 

Thank you! 

May I wish you and those who surround 

you a wonderful and warm Christmas Season. 

YITF 

Noble Dwight Coughlan 

❖ A Night with the London Knights - page 9 

❖ Joshua Shymko & the Lambton Shriners - page 22 

❖ Omar Temple - Messge from the Queen - page 29 

Lots of nice articles from Clubs and Units 

Mocha Shriners 

Upcoming Events 

november 

december 

November 1 -8 

Potentate's Trip to St. Maarten Island 

(all inclusive) 

November 19 

Imp. Sir Alan Madsen and Lady Jan's 

Visit to Mocha 

November 21 

Tillsonburg Installation 

November 16,2012 

Blenheim, Fish Fry 

Palmerston, Feather Party 

Hamilton, Moore Consistory Hamilton. 

November 17, 2012 

Cambridge S.C. , Ladies Night 6 & 7pm 


Hillbilly Installations 5:30 & 6:30pm 


St. Thomas, Hi-Ro S.C. Installations, 

Road House Restaurant, 6 & 7pm 

December 2, 2012 

Simcoe, Norfolk S.C. Installations and Ladies 

at the Armories, 2 to 4:30pm 


Strathroy, Strathoca S.C. 15 Centre St., 

6 & 7pm Installation and Ladies 


Mocha, Directors Staff Installations 

and Ladies, 6 & 7pm 


Mocha, London S.C., Installations 

and Ladies, 6 & 7pm 

December 9 

Potentate's Appreciation Dinner 

(by invitation) 


Waterloo S.C. at Gulf’s Restaurant, 

Installations and Ladies night, 6 & 7pm 

December 12 

Mocha Stated Meeting/Elections 

Dinner 6:30/ Meeting 7:30 


Windsor, Moramos S.C., Installations 

and Ladies night, 6 & 7pm 

December 14 

Mocha Christmas Open House 

Page 4 November 2012 MOCHA NEWS MOCHA NEWS November 2012 Page 5

MOCHA SRINES 

SRINES 

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LN LN MDSN MDSN & LDY LDY JN JN 

Tickets $30 per person 

Advance Sales Only 

Purchase tickets through 

the Mocha Office 

mochashriners@rogers.com 

/ 519-672-1391 

Tickets available until 

Nov 12th 

Monday, November 19 th, 2012 

Mocha’s Banquet Hall 

468 Colborne Street, London 

Cocktails: 6:00 pm 

Appetizers: 6:15 pm 

Dinner: 7:00 pm 

Prime Rib Dinner 

Special Appearance by 

JÉRÉMY GABRIEL, 

Patient Ambassador of 

Shriners Hospitals for 

Children 2012-2013 

Business Tagline or Motto 


I sure would 

love to see this 

excellent 

Jeepster find a 

good home 

with a Shriner, 

they are so 

great to see in 

parades, etc. 

Interested parties please 

phone for price and info. 

FOR 

Jim Thompson 519-205-1709 

Fezzing at the Fall Ceremonial 


Mocha Temple Elections 

Illustrious Sir David Fickling 

Potentate 

REGULATIONS IMPERIAL COUNCIL BY‐LAWS 2012‐2013 

325.11 Elecon Regulaons 

Summons you to attend 

The Stated Meeting of Mocha Temple 

468 Colborne Street, London, Ontario 

Wednesday, December 12, 2012 - 7:30 pm 

Officers to be elected for 2013 

Assistant Rabban 

Oriental Guide 

Recorder 

Chief Rabban 

High Priest & Prophet 

Treasurer 

4 Reps to Imperial Council 

Your 2012 dues card will be required for 

a) Eleconeering A candidate for an elected office in a Shrine temple may print, publish and circulate during the year he is 

seeking the elected office, a resume consisng of his educaon background, his vocaonal history, and his Masonic and 

Shrine record. Except as provided in the prior sentence, the prinng, publicaon, circulang or distribuon of resolu- 

ons, leers, telegrams, ckets, email or other devices, by a unit, club, Noble or group of Nobles, suggesng, recommending, 

opposing or containing the names of proposed candidates for office in the temple is prohibited. 

b) Expenditures Prohibited The expenditure of money for gis, favours, or entertainment, on behalf of a candidate for 

elected office is prohibited. 

c) Violaon For any violaon of (a) or (b), the Imperial Potentate may suspend any offending Noble, and he may declare 

the elecon of the officers void and order a new elecon. 

d) Noce At least one week prior to the annual meeng or any elecon, the temple Recorder shall mail to each member a 

noce thereof containing this secon. 

Dinner at 6:00 pm ‐ $25.00 per cket 

Advance sale only from office unl Friday, December 7th 

519‐672‐1391 or online at www.mochashriners.org 


Thank you... 

for the kindness shown to Logan at last 

Friday nights hockey game, we could not 

have asked for more. 

Logan loved every minute of it and will 

never ever forget that night, the Knights 

jersey from the Shriners was fantastic and 

the autographs from the London Knights 

players on it was great. 

Thank you to everyone involved and we look 

forward to bringing him back to another 

game now that he is a London Knights Fan. 

The Shriners do so much for Logan and other 

children and work very hard with fundraisers 

to allow them to do the amazing work they 

do, so I thank you all for the support, without 

them a lot of children would get no help. 

The Shriners never ask for anything in return, they just give give give in many ways to children. 

We thank them and we thank you. regards and Gratitude - brent & Kim buckley, Logan's Grandparents 

More of What's Happening in the Units! 

Brantford Celebrates 100 Years 

Deputy Imperial Potentate John Cinotto participated and enjoyed. 

Divan ladies Divan guys Imperial Sir John practises with 

Ill. Sir Owen Coles 

Imperial Sir John gongs with 

Ill. Sir Dave Ficklin keeping the beat 

Imperial Sir John outranks Noble Wilson 2 Potentates of 2011. What a greeting! 

Can hair really regenerate? 


What's Happening in the Units? 

Whispering Sands of the 

london Mocha Oriental Band 

On behalf of Noble Charlie Crow, who is recovering from 

a significant injury to his neck, this humble scribe will 

endeavour to inform the Nobles about the happenings in 

the Oriental Band. 

June started off with the band playing at the Spring 

Ceremonial and parading with all the other Clubs / Units. 

We then had an enjoyable day of smacking a small white 

orb around a golf course on June 9th for the Oriental Band 

golf tournament. This was followed by a BBQ at the home 

of Noble Peter Dodsley. 

We had a bit of a quiet summer. Some of the Nobles and 

their wives were able to attend the Imperial Session in 

Charlotte, NC and put on a fine show parading down the 

streets entertaining the public with the finest sounds to be 

heard that day. These band members had to contend with 

hurricane weather getting there and very hot and humid 

temperatures while on parade yet a good time was had by 

all. Band member and Illustrious Potentate Dave Fickling 

was very appreciative of their attendance. 

Things have picked up for the band this fall with the band 

parading at Port Rowan on Sept 2nd. The Nobles and their 

London Shrine Pop Can Unit 

Producers of the Sweetest Music 

this side of Heaven 

Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, the Nobles of the Mocha Oriental Band wish 

to “Talk to you” As we continue to greet Nobility everywhere. 

wives had nice after-parade BBQ. The Nobles then 

showed their community spirit by leading off the Walk-A- 

Mile In Her Shoes fundraiser on Sept 16th. This has 

become an annual event for the band. The Thorndale Fall 

Fair-goers were pleased to hear our sounds as we paraded 

in this yearly event. We again entertained the hockey fans 

attending a Knights game on October 5th at the now 

Budweiser Gardens. We participated in the Fall Ceremonial 

and the band members and their wives are looking forward 

to our Annual Fish Fry that will be held on October 

15th. 

If you are young or feel young, can walk or blow or do 

both together, don’t belong to another Unit or would like 

a change, then you are for us. There is no need to have a 

teach you in short order to play the kind of music we promote. 

We have a great deal of fun, travel with our Ladies 

and above all, we delight the public with our dress and 

entertaining mode. How about it you new Shriners? We 

are about 60 strong but many can no longer walk or blow 

or neither, but still enjoy the company of the Band and 

continue to line the parade route. Call the President NOW 

- Noble Bill Hurn at 519-630-5591. 

Come out and enjoy comraderie! (Now on Charterhouse Crescent) 

Collecting from storage at remote location Collection bin prepared Early sorters at work 

More sorters and process The Crew Your Potentate. How do I make these boxes? 



Mocha Motor Corps 

Shriners with street legal 

Motorcycles are needed 

for the 2013 parade season. 

Mocha Motor Corps unit 

members participate in 

8-10 community parades 

each year as a way to raise 

awareness and funds for our Hospitals and Shrine 

charities. 

If you are a motorcycle-riding Noble and would 

like to consider participating with this long 

established unit please contact any member or the 

unit secretary. emailrandyhenry@rogers.com 

ph. 519-281-1301. 

Parade Practice sessions are held in May. Unit uniforms are available. Great fellowship! 

Port Rowan Labor Day Parade on September 2 

Where would small town parades 

be without Shriners? 


What's Happening in the Units? More of What's Happening in the Units! 

Legion of Honour 

The LOH continues to maintain a role in the activities of the 

Shrine. The leadership of our Commander, Ron L'Heureux 

and his officers have provided impetus for our members to 

volunteer their time and skills to assist in Shrine projects 

and unit activities. Thank you Ron for your time and being 

there over the past years, particularly for assuming and 

continuing the Commander`s duties while you were on the 

mend. We appreciate the effort from Gayle and yourself. 

A contingent of our members made, what has become an 

annual affair, pilgrimages to Frankenmuth, Mich. and Sarnia 

Casino. Special thanks to PC’s Roden and Smith for 

the arrangements in Mich. and Noble Lasenby for taking 

charge of the Casino trip. 

We had the special honour of celebrating the 100th Birthday 

of Noble Sid Daley, whom had joined us at Sarnia Casino 

with his daughter and Noble Paul Loftus. Sid was our 

1st Adjutant. We wish him many happy returns. It remains 

a unit secret as to how much “loot” was liberated or deposited 

during the outing. A good time was had by all at both 

venues. 

The installation of our new Commander and the officers 

is complete. We congratulate our new Commander Keith 

Roden, 1st Lt Commander/Finance Officer John Smith, 

2nd Lt Commander Brian Dayman, Adjutant/Colour Sgt 

Willy Wilson (to be installed later), RSM James Pargeter, 

Chaplain Peter Sloman and Quartermaster Gerry Coaker 

for assuming their new duties. The installing officer, Illustrious 

Sir David Fahrner was accompanied by Lady Susan 

and once again performed an admirable job of installing 

our officers for 2013. The evening was the official visit of 

Illustrious Sir David Fickling and Lady Pat. We also had 

visitors from the U.S in attendance; the 6th Lt Commander 

IALOH, Ill Sir Ray Coombs and Lady Pat from Dayton, 

Ohio and the Commander GLSA-LOH Larry Hearn, his 

Chief Aide Lloyd Hearn and his Chief of Staff Bob Watson 

from Indianapolis, Indiana. We were also graced with the 

presence of Lady Helen Vine, the widow of PC Fred Vine 

and Lady Pat Munro, the widow of PC Bill Munro. 

The unit continues to look for new members, if you served 

in the military (active or reserve) of our country or an ally’s 

country and you would like more information about 

our unit please contact me or any member of the unit. 

Attached is a photo of the newly installed officers, from 

left to fight, Gerry Coaker, Peter Sloman, Jim Pargeter, 

Brian Dayman, John Smith and Keith Roden. 

Submitted by PC Ray Masters 

Woodstock Clown Unit 

I't summertime again and Woodstock Clown Unit. Is hard at work cooking up hotdogs & sausages. For the Woodstock 

Side walk Day's. A little Rain didn't dampen there spirit's of them. Hard at it are Bill, Harry, Bob & Geo. The next thing 

will be Parades to do. Hope to see you then. 

P.R. Noble Norman French 


Roadrunners show their appreciation 

On October 1 the Roadrunners made a special presentation in appreciation 

for 12 years of entertaining the community of Shakespeare 

in their Field Day and Fish Fry Parade. Our Unit donated 

$150 to the Hospital Fund to acquire a $100 Million Club Certificate 

that was presented to Deb Bell, President of the Shakespeare 

and Community Athletic Association. All the money raised by the 

Association is distributed to their local minor sports as well as 

to the renewal of the entire ballpark and facilities. It now offers 

functions of all kinds such as a pavilion for basketball, indoor 

hockey during the winter and ball hockey in the summer. 

Present in the photo is Noble Ron McNicol, Parade Chairman 

(on right) who is presenting the certificate to President Deb Bell 

(centre) and Noble John Parker is on the left. 

Hillbilly Unit 

Clan 59, with Outhouse 1 and 3, had an initiation with Hillbilly 

degree and BBQ, in Nilestown, on Sept. 22, 2012. 

With the Potentate and Cuzzin' Ralph Ford, our newly initiated 

Hillbillys: Jack Mclean, Gerry Coaker, Jim Thompson, Robert 

Feasey and Mammas: Penny Gordon, Joanne Coaker, Deb 

Thompson, Carolyn Feasey. 

The first week of October, 14 Hillbillys and Mammas attended 

The International Hillbilly Convention in Charleston , South 

Carolina. This picture shows the group, just before the Saturday 

night banquet, getting ready to eat excellent vittles, prepared by 

our Southern hosts. Just across the road was local wildlife hoping 

that one of us stuffed Hillbillys or Mammas wandered the wrong 

way! 

Hoping ya'll have a great Christmas and New Year season. 

Newswriter, 

Cuzzin Ron Cripps 

Submitted by Noble John Parker 


What's Happening in the Units? 

Desert Rats at GLASMC 

On September 13 – 16, 2012 the Mocha Desert Rats participated 

in the GLASMC (Great Lakes Association 

Shrine Motor Corp) competition and parade in Mason, 

Ohio, hosted by Orak. Brought home the trophy for 1st 

in Parade – an outstanding accomplishment. Also, 

Winning 1st Place in Obstacle Course; 2nd Place in Drill; 

and 2nd Place in Inspection. Mike Andersen Sr. came in 

with the fastest time in the obstacle course at 36.6 seconds, 

followed by Bob Thompson with a time of 39.0 

seconds. A great time was had by all the Desert Rats and 

their ladies. 

Present at the Awards Ceremony (L to R): 

Mike Andersen Sr, Bob Thompson, Scott Petrie, 

Brian Howard, Geoff Clays, Glenn Chesney, Richard 

Smith. 

Desert Rat Ladies help celebrate at the banquet. 

(L to R) Marilyn Chesney, Kathy Petrie, Kelly Hack, 

Deb Andersen, Elaine Clays, Joyce Howard, Jane Smith. 

Desert Rats excited to share their trophies with their 

Potentate. (L to R): Mike Andersen Sr, Glenn Chesney, 

Brian Howard, Scott Petrie, Illustrious Sir Dave Fickling, 

Geoff Clays, Richard Smith, Bob Thompson. 

Desert Rats parading in Mason, Ohio. 

Scott Petrie, Glenn Chesney, Bob Thompson, 

Mike Andersen Sr., Brian Howard, Geoff Clays 

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Mocha Classics 

Thamesville, Calithumpian May 21st. 

Pictured is Bill @ Kathy Brown in front of his 

1952 Chevy High Performance, Snazzy screamer. 

Nilestown, July 8th, Pictured 1934 Ford, owned by David Ferguson 

Master of Belmont 190 David hosted the Family BBQ, Was lots of 

fun with great weather. Good Job David! 

a big 

thank you 

Aylmer, June 30th,125th Anniversary, 

Well attended lots of excitement. 

Classics were proud to be present. 

Presidents BBQ, July 15th 

President Bev Witlox did a superb job of feeding and entertaining 

over 30. All well fed thanks Bev and Joan. 

Thorndale, Sept. 22nd Parade was well attended. Followed by 

Ilderton, Sept. 29th. Group of 6 Classic Car Members waiting 

patiently to get behind the wheel of their cars for 

one of the best shows in town - The parade. 

Again this year goes out to "Robert" and his staff at "The Pier" Restaurant in Port Bruce for 

gathering over 20 gigantic huge bags of pop cans. 

Very active Shriner parade year, coupled with lots of social activities. 

Want to belong? Call us. Thanks David harding 


What's Happening in the Units? More of What's Happening in the Units! 

Blue Water Fire Brigade 

London Shrine Club 

2012 Blue Water Fire Brigade under the guidance of 

Noble President Wayne Bannon and help of unit members 

we participated in several parades with large fire 

engines and some of the small units. The small units 

are privately owned and expensed solely by members. 

A few hot dog sale days, Goderich Wal Mart, who 

promised to match the sales of the day. Christmas cake 

sales planned for the same Goderich Wal Mart. 

Hot dog sales at Benders Foodland Parkhill and Annual 

Fish Fry held at Corbett well attended. 

Lottery 2012 struggle to cover expenses at the time of 

printing. 

Spring Ceremonial club membership of 30 made 

donation of $4,000. 

Ladder Baby Smiles purchased and to be presented to 

six worthy recipients. 

All members of the unit receive 100M Certificate after 

1st year of membership. 

Our annual fish fry at Corbett right to left Morley Hodgin, 

Matt Miller, Garry Willsie, Ron Turner and pres. Wayne Bannon. 

Getting ready for Goderich parade. 

Election of officers for 2013 

Immediate Past IV Wayne Bannon 

President IV Doug Russel 

1st Vise IV Peter Wiersma 

2nd Vise IV Larry Price 

Sec. Tres IV Ron Turner 

Parade Marshal IV Peter Wiersma 

Parade Candy Man IV Morley Hodgins 

Fire Chief IV Garry Willsie 

Fire Chief IV Mathew Miller 

Meeting 2nd Thursday each month. 2013 - 50th year 

for Blue Water Fire Brigade more to come in the next 

year. 

To the Black Camel we lost N. Lawrence Scott 

- we cherish his memory. 

Mocha Pop Can Unit 

Bill Brady, former CFPL-TV broadcaster was the guest speaker 

at our September meeting. President Bill Middlemiss presented 

Bill with a 100 million dollar certificate. 

CLUB NEWS 

Brantford Shrine Club 

Nobles!! Wow what a great celebration of the Shriners Club of Brantford. 

We have been told it was a first class dinner, show, and music. The evening 

went as planned and 330 guests enjoyed a memorable event. Thanks 

to our commitee for many hours of hard work. All the members from the 

past 100 years played a part in this Grand Celebration. It was a honour to 

have present so many Shrine dignitaries. Imperial Deputy Potentate III Sir 

John Cinotto, Mocha Potentate III Sir Dave Fickling his Divan and there 

Ladies and Mexico Potentate III Sir Graham Paull.The gifts and presentations 

were greatfully recieved. May the Shrine continue to grow and 

prosper through our members. It was a privilidge to have served as 

President for this historic event. 

Ill. Sir Potentate Dave Fickling and his Divan had their official 

visit at our October meeting. The London Shrine Club also 

presenting flowers to Mike Anderson and his wife Deborah in 

recognition for all the time and effort they made in promoting 

and selling the tickets for the recent motorcycle show. 

Lambton Shrine Club Hosts Ladies Night 

As has been the tradition over the years, Lambton 

Shrine Club again this year hosted a Ladies Night which 

was held at The Best Western Hotel. This social gathering 

is a special event at which a BIG THANK YOU to 

our Ladies who continue to support us as we carry out 

the work in support of the Shrine Philanthropy. 

The event was attended by 83 Nobles, their Ladies and 

our Special Widowed Ladies. Following the excellent 

meal special guest Mike Bradley, Mayor of Sarnia congratulated 

Lambton Shrine Club for its continuing work 

in the community and especially the children we help. 

He offered some humorous tid-bits he had encountered 

while speaking at numerous gatherings as well as an 

optimistic outlook for the future. He is also looking 

forward to celebrations for the 100th Anniversary of the 

city of Sarnia in 2014. 

Following the formal activities the evening concluded 

with a rousing musical presentation by the Picadilly 

Banjo Band from London, Ontario lead as always by 

the one and only Gerry Stephenson. A GREAT night 

was enjoyed by all. 


CLUB NEWS 

Entertainment at the Ball... 

Wearing spoons Sue, Sue, Patricia and Grand Master 


CLUB NEWS 

Mocha Roadrunners 

The Mocha Roadrunners started the 2012 season with a 

busy spring and with the fall fair parades and upcoming 

Christmas events we will be entertaining on the road for 

several special occasions. 

The Mocha Roadrunners would like to congratulate, Noble 

James “Sandy” McTavish, who is one of our own Roadrunners, 

on being elected in July by the Brethren of South 

Huron District to be District Deputy Grand Master for 2012 

- 2013. We are very proud of his accomplishments, his appointment 

and we wish him a most gratifying and successful 

term in office. His chosen charity is Juvenile Diabetes 

and if you wish to contribute to this charity or just contact 

our new DDGM you can at ddgm@rogers.com . 

This year has seen several repairs to our cars to keep them 

on the road. We have had to repair a broken chassis, replace 

an engine, replace wheel and brake bearings , fix flat tires , 

adjust accelerator problems, tow them in parades and the 

list goes on. We are very appreciative of those who can 

service all of our car needs. 

One of our Mocha Roadrunners is Doug Richardson is a 

lifelong resident of St. Marys. He terrorizes the roads in his 

black cherry hot rod. (see picture) He has been married for 

46 years to his wife Audrey and they have 3 sons, Randy, bles Ron McKnight, Ron McNicol and John Parker with 

Brad and Paul. Their family includes 9 grandchildren and their wives cruised the Southern Caribbean visiting 7 dif- 

1 great grandchild on the way. Noble Doug worked at St. ferent locations. On this trip at every Port of Call, Noble 

Marys Cement for 23 years as a lab technician before ad- Ron McKnight would exclaim while stepping on to land, I 

vancing to Domtar, now Norampac, for 18 years. am “thirsty”. To this end we felt that his name was in fact 

Noble Doug was involved in softball and he was a member “Thirsty” as he often proclaimed it was. He is now known 

on 2 Juvenile All Ontario Hockey Championship Teams. as Thirsty McKnight. Incidentally, he always found the 

His hobbies include country style wood working which perfect location to cure our dry excursions. Noble John had 

include building cupboards and shelves, as well as other sore shoulders after looking after the two Rons; it was quite 

wood crafts. Both Doug and Audrey enjoy travelling and a work out. They may try to convince you differently but 

they have been to Hawaii, California, Arizona, and Florida for those who know them they know what I had to endure. 

and have cruised to just about all the Caribbean Islands. There is a reason for our name tags and names on our Road- 

Forty-six years ago Noble Doug joined St. James Lodge runner shirts. It is to help people to identify us, to know and 

#73 in St. Marys and in 2008 he was the Master of his to learn our names. Apparently some nobles have great dif- 

Lodge. He joined the Shrine in 2004 and he also became a ficulty knowing who they are travelling with if their name 

Roadrunner member in the same year. In 2010 he was the is not on their shirt, especially when they are introducing 

President of the Stratford on Avon Shrine Club. For those them to others. Ask Noble Ron “Thirsty” McKnight if he 

who know Noble Doug, he claims to be honest, reliable and has ever forgotten the person’s name that he was travelling 

an “abstainer” who will only associate with the same type with. He will have an entertaining story for you to tell. Per- 

of individuals. This could be a Ripley’s Believe It or Not haps “Thirsty” was enjoying one of his “senior moments”. 

moment. 

Please do not hesitate to talk to any of the Roadrunner 

We have been asked as to what the Roadrunners do in the members about their vehicles. They enjoy their toys and 

winter months. Some of us like to travel. Noble Jason Roth are very welcoming to any inquiries. If you would like us 

and his family visited Cuba. Noble Glen Shackleton and to perform in a parade for your cause or at your location or 

his lady spent time in Florida and also took a cruise to the even join our club, please contact Noble Ron McNicol at 

Western Caribbean. Noble Paul Bryant and his wife cruised 519 271 6694. We certainly put the fun in our feztivities. 

the Eastern Caribbean as did Noble Doug Richardson and 

Submitted by Roadrunner Noble John Parker 

his wife. Noble Harry Lawry ventured to England. No- 


CLUB NEWS 

Tillsonburg Shrine Club 

Tillsonburg Shrine Club has had another successful car 

draw this year. 

Pictured Noble Bob Swayze, car draw chairman, presents 

the keys to the 2012 Camero to Ruth Brown of Ingersoll 

who purchaced her ticket #3509 from Noble Bob Hugill. 

Just testing the draft! 

Barbequeing the 2400 lbs. of pork! 

Tillsonburg Shrine's 

54th Annual Mammoth Pork BBQ 

Discussing Car Draw. 

All 10,000 tickets sold 

Some finished hams. 

Stirring the sauce! 

Cutting the ham. 

BEST BBQ EVER 


Hi-Ro Shrine Club 

Hi-Ro Shrine Club of Elgin alive and well! 

The Hi-Ro Shrine Club continues to grow in membership 

this year. The club was very pleased to make it’s first 

donation at the Spring Ceremonial as a new club, with a 

$1000 to the transportation fund and a $200 to the mocha 

magazine. The club has been establishing new by-laws 

and the committee under Noble Ross Mcintyre has completed 

a draft copy for the membership to review, thanks 

to Noble Joe Marsland, Noble John Smith for their hard 

work and determined effort to complete a major task. 

The building has been sold and purchased by a local 

karate school and we wish them every success. 

The club was pleased to participate with the aylmer 

shrine club in a rib dinner held at the home of Noble 

Terry and his lovely wife Heidi ronald, a great success. 

We also would like to thank all of the nobles who 

participated in the walk for matt pearce who passed 

away last year. We would especially like to give recognition 

to Noble John Watters who raised over $1500 

for the walk, well done john and all who participated. 

We had a busy summer with the sale of the building. We 

had a garage sale for members and a garage sale for the public. 

We have all important plaques, pictures, trophies, artifacts 

and any items we deemed important properly stored. 

The club ran a very successful chicken and corn bbq at 

CLUB NEWS 

Noble John Karn’s, thank you John and Hank for opening 

your home to us. Over 120 guest attended this event, a 

great turn out by the divan thanks. We would like to thank 

Noble Roy Sawyer, Noble Ted Ball and Noble Gerry Pinnegar 

for organizing the ticket sales and the evening. A 

special thanks to Kathy’s catering, to Noble Terry Ronald’s 

complete family, to Noble Hughson daughters for 

their assistance and to Kelly Payne and the whole team for 

their tremendous bar service. Thank you for volunteering 

to help us raise funds for the Hi-Ro Shrine Club of Elgin. 

We are now meeting at the Roadhouse restaurant, the meeting 

will commence at 7pm, all are welcome to come up for 

dinner starting at 5:30pm you may order directly off the 

menu and you are responsible for your own meal. We will 

finish each night off with a draw and we hope to see you there. 

We meet on the fifth week of the month October 29th and 

November 29th for our next two meetings all are welcome. 

Because the club has started up again the dues are $25 per 

year as agreed upon at ourspring meeting, also if you were 

in arrears the club agreed to forgive any back dues. 

The club is alive and doing well. Thank you for all your 

support , and let us remember we are shriners because we 

care. 

Thank you, 

Noble Grant Hughson 

Noble Wayne Brown 

from Simcoe Shrine 

presenting 

Marci Shea-Perry 

of Camp Trillium 

Rainbow Lake with 

a cheque for $500.00 


Lambton Shrine Club 

What its all about, submitted by Noble George Pitfield LSC The 

Lambton Shrine Club's meeting of March 2nd was certainly a 

night the membership will not forget.Our guest speaker for the 

evening was Mr. Joshua Shymko, a young man of 19 years old, 

who can certainly testify with out a shadow of doubt, what it 

is like to be afflicted with an unknown type of bone cancer. 

This young man touched everyone as he described the events 

of living through his nightmare starting in his younger years, 

and how he managed to survive his ordeal. His speech very 

prominently notarized the outstanding efforts of The Shriners 

Childrens Hospital in Montreal, the importance of Shriners in 

general, plus the dedication and support of The LambtonShrine 

Club's Welfare Chairman Noble Don Lasenby. The following is 

Mr. Joshua Shymko's speech: 

It is my pleasure to be standing here tonight. Many of you 

won't know who I am, or even the point of my presentation 

tonight. I can start by introducing myself and then continue 

with my story of success and great thanks for everything you 

have done. My name is Joshua Shymko, and in 2006, I was 

directed into the care of Dr. Beneroche at the Montreal Children's 

Hospital. I was treated at the hospital for several years 

with great care, absolute generosity and complete brilliance. 

Dr. Beneroch and his team treated me and as I stand today 

back to health. I had an unknown type of bone cancer that 

caused me great trouble over the span of approximately three 

years. I received a bone graph and bone marrow transplant, 

filling in the spot that the cancer ate away. After my surgery 

I continued healing, withv arious complications that backset 

the process. None the less I made it through and still stand 

here today. As trouble some as my experience was, it is not so 

much what I am here to talk about today. The point that needs 

directing is how my family and I managed to survive through 

this ordeal. There is a point that goes unnoticed way too often, 

and that point is the people who are behind my success story. 

There are a group of people sitting in this room, a group of 

hard working, dedicated, outstanding, people in this community. 

These people are the ones I am looking at today. 

Each and everyone of you has worked to keep people like 

me alive and in good hands. Your fundraising efforts, surplus 

of hours put into events, your countless parades to 

raise awareness, your hours spent collecting cans, your 

time spent arranging the travel and lodging of the fortunate 

people you look 

over, your generousdonations, 

and your 

dedication are 

among the 

many things 

that have contributed 

to my 

ability to stand 

here today. 

(L to R) Lambton Shrine President Noble Paul 

Kelly, Mr, Joshua Shymko and Lambton Shrine 

Club Welfare Chairman, Noble Don Lasenby. 

The group 

ofoutstanding 

citizens I am 

standing before 

today made it financially possible 

to receive the incredible health 

care that I received. 

It is my goal to express the importance 

of Shrine Members in the 

community and their outstanding 

efforts to make the lives of so many 

comfortable. It is my goal to stress 

to the community and even some 

members within this club, how 

very important yourfinancial and- Mr. Joshua Shymko 

friend like support mean to Shrine 

Patients throughout the world and 

more specifically in Sarnia. 

Because of your incredible efforts I had the pleasure of being 

a Shrine Patient, to be a Shrine Patient is not to be any 

Patient within any hospital. 

The Shrine facilities you work so hard tofund allow kids to 

be kids, receive schooling, keep their families close so they 

don't have to be alone, support the families with financial 

expenses like lodging, meals, and travel fees, and create a 

atmosphere that makes a life as a child with illness more 

enjoyable and comfortable. 

The facilities youfund, employ the greatest doctors in the 

country, state of the art technology and the most up to date 

and comfortable hospital you could be in, making it a home 

rather than a hospital; not to mention the food in incredible, 

and that I know is hard to believe. 

This all comes at a great cost, a cost you all work so very 

hard for, through barbeques, circuses, can drives, raffles, 

and many otherfund raisers. These facilities you support 

mean an incredibly great deal to so many. 

If there is one way I can prove to you how important your 

services are, you can start by looking at me. I am standing 

here, something I could not do for a goodportion ofmy life, 

I am alive and more adventurous then ever, I am at the 

University of Guelph studying Criminal Justice and Public 

Policy, with plans on attending law school and eventually 

working for the RCMP. 

I would like to conclude by thanking an outstanding member 

of this club. 

Noble Don Lasenby has been there every step of my journey. 

Don made my family and my life as comfortable as 

could be. Noble Lasenby, thank you for being a great supporter, 

dedicated man, mentor and incredible friend. 

Thank you all. 

In conclusion...This heart to heart testimonial speech is 

living proof of the dedicated work and philanthropy of all 

Shriners in general. To see and hear from an individual, who 

has had his life turned around for the better because of us, 

certainly proves to be a very rewarding and satisfying feeling 

indeed. Special mention to Noble Don Lasenby, for his 

untiring efforts and dedication, in the needed support to this 

young man during his difficult time. 


Membership Committee - Mocha News 

Noble Shayne Eldridge 

I have to tell you that I have been a bit frustrated lately. Your 

Memberhip Committee has been talking about membership 

over the last year – emphasizing the importance of retaining 

and recruiting Nobles. We have brought in some eager new 

Nobles this year and we welcome their enthusiasm. Yet the 

potential candidates we have had through the BeAShrinerNow 

website have not materialized into candidates as we would 

have hoped. Nor are we getting as many new applicants for 

our ceremonials. Hence the frustration 

– we are still below our 

goal of bringing in a minimum of 

150 new Nobles each year. 

There may be frustration yet 

there is resolve. We need to persevere 

and ‘keep the faith’. We 

did not get into our membership 

BROUGH, D H 

LONDON 

CARROLL, JOHN P 

HALIFAX 

FAULDS, WILLIAM R 

CREVE COEUR 

GILLESPIE, EARL W 

CAMBRIDGE 

GREGORY, DAVID J 

BRANTFORD 

HETHERINGTON, 

EVAN J 

LONDON 

HINES, EDWARD J 

LONDON 

HODGINS, HAROLD B 

DENFIELD 

Lost in 

the Desert 

The following Nobles have been 

listed as lost. If you have an 

address, please advise the office. 

HOSKIN, DOUGLAS G 

LONDON 

MCKENZIE, MORRIS D 

LONDON 

ONEIL, WILLIAM R 

OLDCASTLE 

PEDDEN, MICHAEL D 

STRATHROY 

PRATT, MALCOLM 

ESCONDIDO 

RADU, ARTHUR 

WINDSOR 

SCOTT, RONALD A 

LONDON 

THOMAS, RONALD E 

LONDON 

WATMORE, WILLIAM J 

LONDON 

dilemma overnight nor will we fix it as quickly. 

We CAN do this. We have about 2,750 Nobles here at Mocha. 

If only 6% of our members brought in one (1) candidate each 

year, this would mean we would have 165 new Nobles. So 

I’m challenging each and every one of you to talk to your 

friends or fellow Masons about the World’s Greatest Fraternity. 

Make sure you have an application form with you at all times. 

If a member of the Membership Committee can be of any 

assistance to you 

– please let us 

know. A reminder 

that we are 

also available to 

come out to your 

Lodge and make 

a presentation 

about Shriners – 

just ask! 

BlacK caMEl 

We Cherish Their Memories 

ATKINSON, JACK B 

BLENHEIM 

BROOKS, C E 

ST. THOMAS 

CARMICHAEL, 

WILLIAM T 

WINDSOR 

COLLINS, PETER L 

KITCHENER 

ELLIOTT, JAMES 

TILLSONBURG 

FLOWERS WILBUR 

KINGSVILLE 

MCMINN, GORDON E 

SAULT STE MARIE 

OHARA, HOWARD F 

GRIMSBY 

PARKES, GEORGE E 

WOODSTOCK 

QUINN, GORDON B 

NORWICH 

RANKIN, D. WILLIAM 

BRIGHTS GROVE 

SIMONS, GORDON F 

PARIS 

STEFANOVIC, ZIVOJIN 

BRANTFORD 

STEPHENS, ARCHIE L 

CHATHAM 

WALKER, DOUGLAS R 

ST THOMAS 

WALPER, ALAN H 

PARKHILL 

WEIR, WILLIAM T 

LONDON 

WELCH, BRENTON C 

LONDON 

WYGIERA STANLEY 

CHATHAM, 


Camel Coach Shrine Circus 

Line ups resulted in sold out shows at the 2012 Camel Coach Shrine Circus. 

Concert Band of Mocha entertain at the 2012 Shrine Circus 

and between shows. 

Chairman Jack McLean, Woodstock Clown Unit and 

Jim Pargeter working at 2012 Shrine Circus. 

Shrine Circus 2012 through the efforts of Camel Coach Unit. 

Clan 59 Hillbilly's, Woodstock Clown Unit, Legion of Honour assist 

Jack McLean Chairman and Charlie Pole Past Pres. 

of Mocha Camel Coach at Shrine Circus 2012. 

Face painting was popular again at Camel Coach Shrine Circus 2012. 



25 

YEARS 

Aitken, Alexander M 

Kaufman, Dan G 

Ashman, Glenn E 

Kavanagh, William M 

Atthill, Norris A 

Kealey, Craig A 

Barker, Murray A 

Kirkby, Murray H 

Bath, Thomas D 

Knight, J. Greg 

Blue, John M 

Kurmally, Rashid 

Bourrie, John B 

Leedham, Donald A 

Buck, William E 

Leuszler, Michael 

Carson, Owen J 

Martyn, George E 

Clark, Paul C 

Mccoll, John W 

Cluney, Terry J 

Mccomb, Harold E 

Cripps, Ronald W 

Mckay, William 

Cumming, Robert C 

McNair, J. Scott 

Dadson, Miles P 

Mielkie, Kenneth B 

Dix, Norval H 

Monteith, Kenneth E 

Duffield, Robert E 

Morton, Gordon A 

Dunphy, John 

Mugridge, William E 

Ebel, Kenneth N 

Neely, Ralph C 

PIN RECIPIENTS 

2012 

50 

YEARS 

Evans, Richard H Brubacher, Ralph M 

Nickle, Ronald C Reid, Reginald 

Faysal, Elie J 

Oliphant, David W 

Fisk, Kenneth R 

Hurley, Mervin W 

Porter, William A 

Flynn, Cliff G 

Pugh, Frederick V 2012 

Richardson, Dennis W Ackland, Norman 

French, Paul D 

Alexander, Sasha 

Rudy, Robert G 

Beattie, Anthony 

Gregory, Donald W 

Benn, William 

Russell, Pierce A 

Chambers, James 

Guy, Edward 

Cook, Bradley 

Sayers, James R 

Cozens, Thomas 

Haun, Leo M 

Croskill, Calvin 

Sherwood, Robert W 

Deller, William 

Herman, Ralph D 

Dunn, Dale 

Sommers, James W 

Feasey , Robert 

Hobbs, Timothy P 

Findlater, Ronald 

Sommers, Kenneth D 

Gibbard, Jason 

Hope, Chuck C 

GibsoNn, Michael 

Tracey, J B 

Harper, Michael 

Hughson, Gary M 

Harper, Ryan 

Tucker, John A 

Johnston, Ken 

Hughson, Grant G 

Judson, Jason 

Walters, Ivan W 

Lawson, Leslie 

Huntington, Reginald E 

Wettlaufer, C J 

James, Floyd L 

Leadbetter, James 

Wickie, Byron A 

Jenkins, Kenneth A 2012 

Wilhelm, Robert C 

Zimmer, Michael G 

Fotheringham, J Grant P.P. 

Dow, Kenneth 

Elliott, Andrew 

Grant, William 

PIN RECIPIENTS 

2012 

Sutherland, Robert J 

Macmillan, G. Cameron 

Wood, Jack R 

SPRING 

CANDIDATES 

Longridge, T. Allan 

Mcintosh, Peter 

Mckinlay, Jason 

Milliken, Wade 

Morgan, Christopher 

Patroch, Brent 

Reath, Charles 

Richardson, Laurence 

Rohrer , Ron 

Ronald, Rob 

Sartoretto, Benny 

Schrank, Mark 

Smith, Brian 

Smith, Robert 

Snyder, Jeffrey 

Snyder, Jeremy 

Taylor, Arthur 

Wilton, Simon 

Yalowica, John 

FALL 

CANDIDATES 

Mayes, William 

Mcculloch, Jeff 

Rice, Roger 


Omar Temple No. 111 

On September 6th, 2012, Right Worshipful Earl Jones 

received formal presentation of the Grand Master’s 

Meritorious Service Award at a well-attending social 

gathering after lodge at St. George’s #42 in the London 

West district. Right Worshipful Brother Earl Jones is 

photographed with his wife Lorell and the Grand Master, 

Most Worshipful Brother Garry Dowling. 

The Mocha Office requires a schedule 

of bookings from all the clubs and units 

of Mocha for their regular meetings, 

special events, etc that are held at the 

Mocha Shrine Centre. 

Our calendar is quickly filling up for 2013 

and we would like to accommodate each 

club or unit as best as possible. 

Please submit your dates, times and 

room choices in writing by 

email mochashriners1@rogers.com, 

fax 519-672-7723 or 

drop it into the office. 

Please provide us with your schedule of 

bookings no later than December 15th. 

For those clubs and units that have 

already done so – THANK YOU!! 

On August 24th, 2012, Omar Temple No. 111, Daughters 

of the Nile, were pleased to host a visit at Mocha from the 

Supreme Queen on her travels throughout North America. 

Supreme Queen Suzie Schumacher is seen here along with 

Queen Sandra Rank from Omar No. 111, and Illustrious 

Sir David Fickling, Potentate of Mocha Shrine. 


Message from Queen Sandra 

We had the Queen’s picnic on Sunday, July 29, at 

the home of PQ Darlene and Noble Wally Green. 

It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon and about 80 

guests enjoyed the camaraderie and delicious pot luck. The entertainment 

was a “garden” hat parade and the Patrolettes sang a song 

to Queen Sandy. After a few weeks of relaxation, JPQ Lucy Hesse, 

PSQ Vesta Marshall, Pr. Royal Evelyn Hawkins and Queen Sandy 

Rank left on Aug. 19 to go to Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto for the 

Supreme visits/hospital tour. It was a whirlwind week, however, 

when you see the children at the Montreal Hospital and their eyes 

light up to have the chance to wear Supreme Queen Suzie’s crown for 

a picture and doing a fun activity with them; this is a happy and 

proud moment to be a member of the Daughters of the Nile. We and 

the Shriners are making a difference to these children’s lives for the 

care that we provide to them. Now, it is Omar’s turn to roll out the 

“pink” carpet for Her Supreme Majesty, Suzie Schumacher on Aug. 

24. Congratulations to all the officers on your beautiful ritual work, 

to everyone who worked behind the scenes to make the day a success 

and to all the units who participated. We initiated two princesses 

that day, Joan Coulter and Valerie Lawrence. Omar members, the 

Clubs, Sewing Circle, Friends of Omar and Units presented Supreme 

Omar Temple welcomes 

new Princesses Beverley 

Hudvagner and Faye 

MacLennan at the May 

Ceremonial. 

Omar Temple welcomes new 

princesses Joan Coulter, Valerie 

Lawrence and Supreme Queen 

Suzie Schumacher with Queen 

Sandra Rank. 

Omar Temple 111 

Daughters of the Nile 

Fancy hat parade at Queen 

Sandra's summer picnic. 

Princess Wendy Dow 

fezes her husband Ken 

at the Shrine Fall 

Ceremonial. 

by Pr. Sheila Eldridge 

Queen Suzie with various donations to the Canadian Convalescent 

Endowment Fund totaling $13,125.00. Supreme Queen Suzie left for 

the western Temples and we surprised her by being at Al Amira 

Temple No. 157, Edmonton and to Sakkara Temple No. 115, Calgary. 

Princess Sheila Eldridge surprised us with a visit to the Ceremonial 

in Calgary. I have visited many Temples throughout my journey as 

Queen and we are all provided with the same tools to work with. 

However, each Temple’s traditions are unique and interesting. 

We travelled to Bangor, Maine on Sept. 27 to the Northeast Days, 

“The Way Life Should Be”. The drive down to Maine was gorgeous 

with the autumn colours; an artist delight. There were 125 members 

who attended this event. The Omar members, Lucy Hesse, Evelyn 

Hawkins and Shirley Porter honoured Queen Sandy by reading a 

poem about shoes and presented her with roses. Thank you for making 

my weekend with you very special. We talked about Omar 

Temple No. 111 hosting the 2013 Northeast Centennial Gem 

Celebration and everyone is excited about attending this event. Hope 

to see you there! 

P.S. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a 

Happy New Year. 

Patrolettes serenade Queen 

Sandra at the picnic. 

Princesses Jacquie 

Messenger, Doreen 

Fletcher and Ann Jury 

raising money at the 

London Sewing Circle 

Fashion Show. 

Omar Temple honours 

Queen Sandy in Bangor 

Maine at NorthEast Days. 

Supreme Queen Suzie 

Schumacher, Queen 

Sandy Rank and lll. Sir 

Dave Fickling at the 

August 24th Ceremonial. 

Queen Sandra Rank, 

P.Q. Darlene Green and 

Pr. Sheila Eldridge at the 

Supreme Queen's visit to 

Calgary, Alberta. 


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a Message from imperial Potentate alan Madsen 

Dear Fellow Nobles, 

September was a very busy month! 

the Mid-atlantic Shrine association (MaSa) meeting in 

virginia Beach, va., was hosted by outgoing President louis 

Barazotti (Kismet PP) and lady virginia. Highlights of 

MaSa included performances by temple units at the Shrinea-Rama. 

all the performances were wonderful, especially 

those of Khedive’s drum and Bugle corp and lulu's Strutters. 

lulu's Strutters always bring a smile to everyone's 

faces. a massed band and a massed chorus also provided 

entertainment. 

incoming President arnold Brown (PP Kena) and lady 

dottie's pageant featured a parade of Potentates. Each Potentate 

was escorted by at least one unit from their temple. 

Excellent music for the pageant was provided by Kena's 

band. 

during the event, imperial officers and their ladies, Gary 

and anne Bergenske, Jeff and cheryl Sowder and Wayne 

and Janet lachut also met with the MaSa nobles and ladies. 

next on our agenda was a trip to tampa for committee meetings 

and a video shoot at the tampa Hospital. the video will 

be aired on the Golf channel during the Justin timberlake 

Shriners Hospitals for children 

Open golf tournament 

in las vegas. While at the 

hospital, i had the opportunity 

to interact with the children 

in the hospital activity 

center, which made me feel 

like a kid again. 

Occasionally, our weekend 

activities on behalf of our great fraternity have to be split 

between two events. that was the case with the Great lakes 

Shrine association (GlSa) fall meeting and the 90th anniversary 

celebration at the Shreveport Hospital. thank you, 

GlSa, for understanding our scheduling predicament. 

the GlSa meeting convened at the Great Wolf lodge, north 

of cincinnati – a favorite of many who were there in 2008. 

it is a family-friendly environment with plenty of room for 

Friday's competitions and all other activities. 

the community of lebanon, Ohio, provided a small town 

backdrop for GlSa's Saturday parade, which was attended 

by John and Margaret cinotto, Wayne and Janet lachut 

and Bill and debby Bailey. 

the 90th anniversary celebration of our Shreveport Hospital 

was fantastic. El Karubah hosted a welcome reception at 

their beautiful lakeside facility on Friday evening. 

Saturday morning the hospital was full of children of all 

ages, lots of clowns, various ladies groups, nobles, dignitaries, 

news media and vendors. 

the hot spot at the end of the day 

was the raffle drawing for hand 

painted pottery pieces created by 

hospital patients. 

From Shreveport, i traveled to 

little Rock, ark., for a second 

meeting with Most Worshipful 

Grand Master Robert Jackson 

in hopes of bringing peace and 

harmony to the state of affairs 

between local Shriners and Masons. 

a dRaFt agreement was 

prepared by us, but it will require 

more negotiations by both 

Shriners international and the 

Grand lodge of arkansas to finalize 

details. 

the next stop was Winston- 

Salem, n.c., for the 225th annual 

communication of north 

carolina Grand lodge. i conveyed 

greetings from Shriners 

international and Shriners 

Hospitals for children to the 

Shrine Masons and Brother 

Masons. it was good to be 

home in north carolina with 

my brothers. 

that same weekend we traveled from Winston-Salem to the 

South atlantic Shrine association (SaSa) meeting in Myrtle 

Beach, S.c. John cinotto, dale and cheryl Stauss, Jerry and 

lisa Gantt and John and Rose Stanley attended the earlier 

events, prior to our arrival. 

the three hour parade down Ocean Boulevard Saturday 

morning included Oasis' big drum. Several years ago, Past 

captain of the band, Johnny Walker, took it upon himself to 

completely refurbish the drum. the artwork on the drumhead 

is by noble Marty Wilson, a member of Oasis Steel 

drum Band. 

the competition awards were 

presented at poolside, where 

the Potentates were eagerly 

waiting to hear their units 

names called out. then, they 

quickly left to share the news 

with their temple units. 

Saturday night the Presidents 

Banquet was held in honor of the outgoing President, Joe 

Scott (PP Hejaz). i was privileged to install the 2013 SaSa 

officers under the leadership of President doyle Simmons 

(PP Oasis). doyle preceded me as the 1999 Oasis Potentate. 

during our many visits over the last three months Membership 

has been promoted and encouraged since it is the 

“number OnE Priority” this year! Every noble and Shrine 

lady must make efforts to recruit new members – just share 

the Shrine Story of the past 140 years. We have plenty of 

promotional materials available to assist you at both your 

Shrine temple and the public relations department in tampa. 

the next message will include details from a visit to our 

northern california hospital in Sacramento, the 5th annual 

PGa tOUR golf tournament in las vegas, the Membership 

and PR Seminars in tampa, the imperial Shrine river cruise 

on the Blue danube, and hopefully another visit to arkansas 

Grand lodge. 

Yours in the faith, 

Alan W. "AL" Madsen, 

Imperial Potentate

November, 2012 - Mocha Shriners

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