10/30/2026
Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, S.J., U.S.A.
Greetings Brethern
Here are the minutes from October
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Fraternally,
Bobbie White
Executive Secretary
Valley of St. Joseph
Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, S.J.
Valley of St. Joseph
Minutes: October 1st, 2026
Hon. Brother Pat Johnson 32° KCCH, gave a prayer, after which dinner was served.
After dinner, the pledge of allegiance was recited, and the opening prayer was given by Hon. Brother Pat Johnson 32° KCCH.
All Four Bodies were opened in due form with the following officers:
Bruce Jelinek 32˚ KCCH St Joseph Lodge of Perfection #6
Bobby Haslar 32˚ St Joseph Chapter Knights Rose Croix #4
Russell Hollowell 32˚ Albert Pike Council Knight Kadosh #4
Ed Stark 32˚ KCCH St Joseph Consistory #4
Dave Lancey 33˚ Tiler
The minutes and treasurers’ report were approved
Wise Master Bobby Haslar 32˚ read the list of deceased and distressed Brethren:
Jimmie Eugene Dyer 32˚ - 11/08/2022
Frederick LaVerne Foster 32˚ - 09/13/2023
Galen Lyle Gabriel 32˚ - 05/08/2026
Kenneth Earl Holmes Sr 32˚ - 05/30/2026
Will Lee Lane 32˚ - 11/10/2015
Robert Sherrard McCammon 32˚ - 09/18/2025
William Leroy Mead Jr 32˚ - 05/29/2026
Waldo Sherril Steen 32˚ - 03/06/2013
Harold William Sparks 32˚ - 12/24/2025
Franklin T. Thackery 32˚ - 04/07/2026
Ill Bro Gary Hindercks 33˚ battling health issues / Dick Paul 33˚ battling health issues/ Jack Everly 32˚ recovering from surgery/ Lloyd Lyon 32˚ battling health issues / Randal Chefen 32˚ battling health issues / Kenny Miller 32˚ KCCH battling health issues / Lee Ross 32˚ KCCH just finished Chemo / Nancy Daugherty battling health issues
Hon. Brother Pat Johnson 32° KCCH, gave a prayer.
Almoners Report – Bro. Bobby Haslar 32° presented the Almoner’s report, and the box of fraternal assistance was passed.
KOSA Report – Bro. Gary Benefield 32˚ reported that they were moving forward – he stated they had made changes to the dues structure, meeting requirements and had elected new officers – their installation will be January 9th at the Elms Hotel in Excelsior Springs followed by dinner at the Wabash BBQ
Education – None Presented
Comments by Brethren / Secretary –
1) Ill. Bro. Bobbie White 33˚ reported that the roof repair fund drive had exceeded the goal – he thanked all who had contributed – since this is a 501 C 3 donation, he requested a motion from the Brothers to allow the Preservation Foundation to keep the extra funds and use them as needed for building repairs – it was then moved, seconded and passed – Ill. Bro. Mease 33˚ then again thanked the Brothers for their dedication and care for the building
2) Ill. Bro. Bobbie White 33˚ reported that there were ongoing discussions Orient wide regarding raising Dues and Initiation Fees and having all Valley’s have the same costs
3) Ill. Bro. Bobbie White 33˚ reported that there is another Passport program available and displayed the booklet – this is from the Tennessee Orient and appears to be a good way to learn about the Scottish Rite – several members purchased one
4) Ill. Bro. David Lancey 33˚ reported that there would be a wedding rental in the building and requested assistance in setting up tables and chairs for the event and requested assistance to monitor the building that evening – he then discussed the upcoming December 3rd meeting of the DeMolay Legion of Honor that would take place at 6:00 PM that night before our Annual Chili Cook-off and open meeting
5) Hon. Bro. Budd Gilfillen 32˚ KCCH discussed the upcoming Reunion
6) Hon. Bro. Pat Johnson then presented Bro. Jason Brashear 32˚ with a hand carved Tubal Cane for all the work he does for the Fraternity in General
The following announcements were made:
Illustrious Brother JR Mease 33° Personal Representative welcomed everyone. Ill Mease 33˚then thanked Spanky’s Catering and Brother Dave Lancey33˚ for fixing dinner and dessert and Bro Gary Benefield 32˚for the placemats. Ill. Mease 33˚ then thanked Bro. Jason Brashear 32˚ for his efforts as VMAP Chairman and presented him with our 2025 VMAP Award plaque and asked him to add it to the large VMAP Award
Ill. Mease 33˚ then recognized Hon. Bro. Budd Gilfillen 32˚ KCCH for receiving the Truman Award at Grand Lodge this year – he also recognized Hon. Bro. Bruce Jelinek 32˚ KCCH for being appointed Deputy Grand Lecturer, Bro. Doug Davis 32˚ for being appointed Regional Grand Lecturer, Hon. Bro. Jessie Morrison32˚KCCH and Bro. Jason Brashear 32˚ for being appointed District Deputy Grand Masters and Hon. Bro. Budd Gilfillen 32˚ KCCH and Bro. Griff Hensen for being appointed District Deputy Grand Lecturers for the ensuing year
Ill. Mease 33˚ then formally installed Hon. Bro. Bruce Jelinek 32˚ KCCH as Venerable Master and Bro. Doug Davis 32˚ as Chancellor of the Consistory (he reminded all that these two brothers serve as Deputy Grand Lecturer and Regional Grand Lecturer for the Grand Lodge of Missouri and they have been extremely busy this year with Degree work at the Lodge level)
Ill. Mease 33˚ then discussed dues payments with 96 members still owing this year’s dues and 26 that owe two or more years leaving us with 433 members. Ill. Brother Mease 33˚ then advised of the upcoming events:
October 4th – Reunion Practice – 18th and 30th Degrees
October 11th – Reunion Practice 32nd Degree
October 17th – 225th Reunion
November 5th – Regular Meeting with Elections and Executive Committee Meeting afterwards
December 3rd – Open Meeting with Chili Cook-Off / DeMolay Legion of Honor Meeting at 6:00 PM
January 7th, 2027 – Regular Meeting with Installation of Officers
Bro. Derek Pope 32˚ won the 50/50 drawing and received $33.00 with $33.00 going to Preservation.
Hon. Brother Pat Johnson 32° KCCH gave the closing prayer, and the Valley was closed in due form.
Respectfully Submitted,
Bobbie White
Executive Secretary
Scottish Rite
Valley of St. Joseph, A.&A.S.R., S.J., U.S.A.
515 N 6th Street • St. Joseph, MO 64501-1802
Tel: 816 232-6741 • [email protected]
scottishrite-stjo.org
