ANGOLA — Angola Masonic Lodge No. 236 recently celebrated two of its long-standing members, Jim Crowl and Tom Berry, for their 50 years of dedicated service to the organization. Paul Friend, publicity chairman, reported on the event.
(Masons pictured at the 50-year member award presentation includes, front, from left, Steven Bates, Junior Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge of Indiana; Richard Lentz, Past Most Worshipful Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Indiana; James Crowl and Tom Berry, the two 50-year member recipients; Mike Anderson, Worshipful Master of Angola Lodge No. 236; Charles Crowl (brother of James Crowl); Paul Friend and Richard Ruselink. In the back two rows are Kenny Brost; Trent Heidorn; Brant Moore; Matt Wignall; Jay Minick, Secretary of Angola Lodge; James Davis; Rick Rossi; Alan Rossi; A. J. Hocker; and Ian Mountfield.)
Highlights:
- Crowl and Berry each received a gold award, consisting of a certificate and a 50-year pin from the Grand Lodge of Indiana.
- Two other members, Charles Nedele and John Stock, also reached their 50-year milestone but were unable to attend the Monday presentation.
About Angola Masonic Lodge No. 236:
- Location: Southeast quadrant of the Public Square, Angola
- Chartered: 1858 (nearly 170 years of existence)
- Current building: Constructed in 1924, recently celebrated its 100th anniversary in downtown Angola
- Membership: Hundreds of local men have been members over the years
Joining the Masons:
- Eligibility: Men aged 18 or older
- Steuben County Lodges: Angola, Orland, Fremont, and Ashley
- How to inquire: Contact any member or officer of these Lodges, or search on Facebook or Google
Lodge Information:
- Meeting room: Located on the third floor, with a seating capacity of over 200 people and a balcony
- Tours: Available upon request
- Contact: Main officers are listed on the Lodge door
The Masons welcome interest from the community and invite those curious about their organization to reach out for more information or to request a tour of their historic building.
