On Sunday, July 16, 2023, Rain or Shine, from Noon to 3:00pm the DeKalb Masonic Temple Association, Incorporated will host a Masonic Family Day at the DeKalb Masonic Temple Building, 402 E. Fairvie...

Many thanks from the Worshipful Master and officers of DeKalb #144 to all the brothers who came out to help with our degrees Tuesday evening! Two brothers were raised and some fun was had. I'll pos...

I wish you all a happy Thanksgiving Weekend for you and your families!Rich Spahn, ADGM-N

It is with deep sadness that I must report the passing away of Brother Donald Joseph Estes.  Brother Estes was born on April 21 1941, Elected to membership in Long Point Lodge #552 on March 4, 1969...

Dear Brethren,I hope this message finds you all well. As we anticipate the second degree ceremony tomorrow at 9 AM, we are closely monitoring the forecasted hazardous road conditions.We intend to p...

Brother Steven Byers was presented with a lodge builder award for the hard work he's done to promote lodge functions - most notalbly raising over $350 for the lodge to donate to the Coins for Child...

James Weidner was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason in October 30! Congrats to our newest Master Mason! Half of the brothers shown came from other lodges to assist in the degree work. Th...

Stewart Lodge No.92 in Geneseo can help you get in the mood for Thanksgiving this Sunday, November 19th. The Lodge is hosting their annual Community Appreciation Dinner at 313 W. Elk Street in Gene...

Our stated meeting on Thursday is in need of someone to cook dinner.  Brother Wooldridge cannot be present due to a family emergency.  Brother Chris Shumaker is making dessert.  Who will step up to...

📢 Announcement 🌶️🏆🗓️Join us for the highly anticipated Annual Chili Cook-off this Thursday, October 19th, at 6:30pm at Streator Masonic Lodge! 🍲🔥 Afterward, we will have our stated meeting. Calling...

Yesterday, on October 12, 2023, we had the pleasure of welcoming Brandon Burash and Steven Fararre into the fraternity on the first degree at Streator Lodge. We feel incredibly fortunate to count t...

Here is a list of items so far that will be available for sale at our Consignment Sale.

Stewart Lodge is accepting consignment of good quality, working, household appliances, furniture, farm machinery, automobiles, boats, lawn mowers, bikes or any other treasures you might have sittin...

Stewart Lodge will be hosting a Third Degree on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 7:00 pm. There will be refreshments in the dinng room following the degree.

Stewart Lodge No. 92 will conduct a Masonic Service for our departed Brother James Ufkin. It will be held at Vandemore Funeral Home in Geneseo on Friday, August 18, 7:00 pm. Brother Ufkin laid down...

Worshipful Master Al Schultz and the members of Stewart Lodge No. 92 had the honor and pleasure of presenting WB Mike Pries with his 50-year certificate and pin. WB Pries currently serves as Junior...

There will be no stated meeting for July 4th.There is a 3rd degree scheduled for Tuesday July 11th at 6:30 with the meal at 5:30

it is with heavy heart that I must inform you of the passing of Whorshipful Brother Jason Boos

Jason's Masonic Service will be at Whelan Funeral home in Milan, Illinois

3:30 PM July 30, with ...

Geneseo High School Coach Deanna Brossman had her Academic Bowl team out in full force. They finished second in their regional tourname to Riverdale High School and did not qualify for the state to...

Annawan High School Academic Bowl Coach Amanda Attig had her team in attendance. They finished in third place in their regional but did not qualify for the state tournament.

Annawant always perf...

Riverdale High School Academic Bowl Coach Jim Campbell gave a report on how his team fared in this years tournament. Members were unable to attend due to other activiteis. Riverdale finished first ...

Scholarship awards were also presented to Eli Hinde of Riverdale High School in Port Byron, but was unable  to attend due to conflicts with other school activities. Eli will be attending Black Hawk...

Worshipful Master Al Schultz presents Addison Smith of Geneseo High School with her scholarship award. Addison will be attending the University of Northern Iowa with a major in Business/Sports Mana...

Worshipful Master Al Schultz presents Emilie Bender of Geneseo High School with her scholarship check. Emilie comes from a family rich in Masonic history. Her mother Anna was a Rainbow Girl in Moli...

Brother Scott Davis, Past Lodge Chaplain, accepts scholarship award for his daughter Taylor. She will be attending the University of Kentucky and will be majoring in Electrical Engeering.

Johnny A. Wagner – Services 6/6/23Johnny A. Wagner, 96 of Aledo, Illinois, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023 at home, surrounded by his family. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m., Monday, June 5, at Fippinge...

Brethren, 

Last night at our meeting the Northern Area Events List was unavailable for reading.  I have currently recieved the list and will post it here for your perusal should any of you choos...

The fifth Tuesday in January was the perfect evening to make a new Master Mason. Brother Michael Andreasen was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason with our own officers assisted by brother...

On Jan. 24th we initiated a new member, Bro. Brennen Dziadon. With some help from our friends from Elburn, Elgin, Dixon, and Byron, the brother received an excellent degree and a fun evening. Welco...

The 182nd Annual Installation of Officers for St. John's Lodge No. 13 A.F. & A.M. of Peru, Illinois will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at the Peru Masonic Center, 1711-1/2 Fourth Street.  ...

It is my sad duty to report the passing of our friend and Brother, Don Jordan...

 

DONALD JORDAN OBITUARYDonald E. Jordan Sr.Born: September 24, 1936 in Long PointDied: January 3, 2023 in Ott...

During the annual meeting of St. John's Lodge No. 13 A.F. & A.M. of Peru, Illinois, held Thursday, January 5, 2023, Wor. Bro. Benny L. Nooks, PM, of Princeton was elected to serve as Worshipful Mas...

 the minutes for the open instalation on December 15 2022

           

        Streator Lodge607 held a open intalation of officers for the upcoming year of 2023

        The instalation sta...

It is with deep sadness that I must inform you of the passing of one of our widows.  Joan Niles, wife of WB Robert B. Niles, passed on Dec. 19th.  

 

oan Missel NilesBorn: July 25, 1927 in St...

Due to the fact that the New Years Celebration I'll be Observed on January 2, 2023, our normal Stated Meering night, our Stated Meeting will be held on January 9, 2023. Mark your calendar's of the ...

Brother Byers was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason last night by a couple of dozen dedicated brothers from around the Northern Area. We are looking forward to more fellowship with our n...

Congratulations to Bro. Jeffrey L. Glade of St. John's Lodge No. 13 and Wor. Bro. Lawrence W. Miller of Princeton Lodge No. 587 on their chili entries that tied for First Place in the "2nd Annual S...

It is with deep sadness that I must inform you of the passing of Brother Herman "Bones" Bruns.  Brother Bruns was elected to membership in Nokomis Lodge #456 on 2-13-1963, initiated as an Entered A...

 



St. John’s Masonic Lodge No. 13 of Peru will hold their inaugural “Chili Cookoff Invitational” on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Peru Masonic Center, 1711-½...

Two new brothers were passed to the degree of Fellowcraft today, Tuesday, October 25th. With help from our brethren from Horcon #244 in Rochelle, our District Deputy Grand Master, our Assistant Are...

Brethren, I received this email from the Grand Secretary's office this morning.  Please be aware of these scam emails, as they are targeting us as Masons by the codes we live by.  

 

Distribu...

The brethren of DeKalb Masonic Lodge plan, by order of the Worshipful Master, to confer a 3rd degree on the evening of Tuesday, November 29, 2022. The degree will start at 6:30p.m. with light refre...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brother Hugh Albert Pritchard of Annawan, Illinois. Our departed Brother had 20 years of good service, being raised to the Sublime Degree of...

The brethren of DeKalb Masonic Lodge plan, by order of the Worshipful Master, to confer two 2nd degrees on the evening of Tuesday, October 25, 2022. The meal will be at 6:00p.m. and lodge will open...

Brethren, we need volunteers for our popcorn and water booth at the City Park in Streator.  We need to be set up no later than 9:30 am.  The actual event starts at 10:00 am and runs to 4;00 pm.  We...

Just a quick reminder for you all that we will NOT be holding a meeitng on October 6, 2022 due to the principle officers being in attendance at the Annual Grand Lodge Session.  Our dispensation has...

It is with deep sadness that I must inform you of the passing of Wilma Carpenter, wife of Donald D. Carpenter on August 19th at the age of 93.  There are no details yet as to time of services or vi...

It is with deep sadness that I must once again inform you of the loss of a Brother.  Brother Daniel "Danny" Robert Slone passed this morning, July 17th.  Danny was a devoted member of his church ch...

It is with deep sadness that I report the death of Brother Alan Dennis Corbett.  I received the following email from his son-in-law today...

 

Dear Worshipful,

 

My name is Michael Moff...

It is with great sadness that Stewart Lodge No. 92 in Geneseo says farewell to a long serving member. Brother Charles Frederick Calhoun, a 56-year member, laid down his working tools and entered th...

DeKalb Masonic Lodge #144 is sponsoring East High School of Rockford in the Academic Bowl this Saturday, Feb. 19, at 8:30a.m. at Boylan Catholic High School.

Call Rich before Saturday morning if...

Brethren, it is with a heavy heart that we report the loss of our 5th Northern District Travelling Gavel, which we had come to think of as our own. *sniff*

Oregon Lodge #420 showed up with overw...

Due to the expected inclement weather, the Stated Meeting for Streator Lodge #607 A.F. & A.M. of Streator, Illinois will be held virtually by order of the Worshipful Master.  

Jim Woodward, Secr...

Due to the expected inclement weather, the Stated Meeting for St. John's Lodge No. 13 A.F. & A.M. of Peru, Illinois will be held virtually.  The first degree scheduled for this date has been postpo...

Brothers

It is with Sorrow

Right WQorshipal Dale L Corrice a long time member of our lodge, has passed away.

Dale was Most illustrious Grand Master of Grand Council of Cryptic Masons of th...

2nd    Benjamin Brandmeyer3rd    Benjamin Cutler3rd    Anthony Linnabery7th    Michael Peters11th    Dennis Roberts12th    George Dees13th    Reed McDaniel16th    Michael Matherly17th    William En...

We have an event hall available to public and Lodges. For small meetings up to 180 capacity for large groups. Contact Trio 57 Secretary Jim Bartels at 309-788-1510

By order of the Worshipful Master, Brother Bruce McCrady, this year Eureka Lodge #69 will now be serving Dinner at 6pm before our Stated meetings, Degree work or any Special events being held, unle...

Congratulations to Worshipful Master Lucas W. Matson and his 2022 corps of officers on being installed into their respective stations and places during an open installation of officers ceremony on ...

During the January 20, 2022 Stated Meeting of Stewart Lodge No. 92, Worshipful Master Lyle Watters presented Worshipful Brother Daniel Foulke with his 50-year pin and certificate. After being escor...

Donald M. HawkinsBorn: November 22, 1957 in Harvey, ILDied: January 15, 2022 in DeKalb, ILDonald M. Hawkins, age 64 of Sycamore, IL passed away, due to complications from Covid-19, on Saturday, Jan...

Regular in person meetings are on the first Tuesday of the month with social hour starting at 6:00 PM and stated meeting starting at 7:00 PM.

Congratulations to the newly elected and appointed 2022 officers for St. John's Lodge No. 13!

Officers to be installed during an open installation of officers on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at 7...

Brethren,

In accordance with Grand Master's Order 2022-02 listed below and by order of the Worshipful Master of Streator Lodge #607, WB Mark Legner, Streator Lodge #607 will be holding VIRTUAL M...

Brethren, I received this from our ADGM Rich Spahn today.  It gives me cause for concern and certainly for caution.  Please be careful when gathered together at meetings, Standard Clubs, Degrees, I...

Minutes for Special Meeting: Installation of Officers

 

HALL OF STREATOR

LOCATED AT STREATOR                                                                 DATED 12-16-2021

Flag was in...

We recently posted on the calendar the installation of officers.  However we were unable at that time to give you that complete slate.  So now, we bring you the final list of the officers, elected ...

“Growing Into a Well-Informed Master Mason Workshop”Join us for this unique and enjoyable Masonic learning and development experience facilitated by:R.W.B. Wayne Spooner, Grand Lodge Membership Com...

Brother Marvin Dale Kleinau, a life member with 62 years of good service to Stewart Lodge No. 92, Geneseo, Illinois, laid down his working tools on November 23, 2021. Rest in peace and rise again i...

Stewart Lodge No. 92 is happy to announce that members will once again be delivering Christmas Poinsettias to area Widows on Friday, December 24, 2021. Information has been mailed to all Widows abo...

Congratulations to Wor. Bro. James W. Woodward, PM, and his chili entry for Streator Lodge No. 607 on winning the "St. John's Lodge No. 13 Inaugural Chili Cookoff Invitational" on Saturday, Novembe...

Yes, our lodge won back the trophy that had been taken away by Friendship Lodge #7 in Dixon last month! Congratulations to the Worshipful Master and the brethren!

The winner of the 1st Annual St. John's Lodge invitational Chili Cookoff was our own WB Jim Woodward of Streator Lodge #607, who won the honor to be the lodge's representative by winning the chili ...

Once again, due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, Stewart Lodge will not be having their Annnual Appreciation Dinner. We are hopeful for November of 2022.

Congratulations Brothers!

This year we can over come any obstacles.

A new brother was intitiated yesterday evening with the help of our Assistant Area Deputy Grand Master, our District Deputy Grand Master, a Past District Deputy Grand Master, several Worshipful Bre...

Everyone had a good time with the trivia and fellowship with family.

The winner of the second annual Streator Lodge #607 Chili Cook Off for the second year in a row was Worshipful Brother Jim Woodward, with his close competition being Worshipful Brother Carl Smicker...

The drawing was held on Sept 14, 2022. This was a sucessful fund raiser and we supported Marengo Local food Banks and two families with children who has healthcare issues. The winners recieved thie...

The dual third degree originally planned for October 16th 2021 has been rescheduled for October 30th at the Streator Lodge.  Breakfast will be served at 8:00 am and the degree work will begin at 9:...

Stewart Lodge No. 92 in Geneseo will once again be hosting their annual John Laue  Consignment Sale.  Date this year is Saturday, September 26, 2021 at the Lodge, 313 West Elk Street. You can eithe...

Brethren,      It is my pleasure to announce the return of the Hybrid meeting format!!  For those who are interested in joining us on Sept. 2 for our regular stated meeting, we will be hosting a hy...

Have you ever wondered what went on in this building?  Here is your opportunity to find out. Cary-Grove Lodge No. 1157 is committed to the Mission of Freemasonry and has a 93 year legacy of serving...

Brethren, for those of you who enjoy our Hybrid meetings and were unable to tune in last night, it was not your fault.  The internet at the lodge failed once again and it is truly a shame.  The DDG...

Doric Lodge scholarships are available for family members of Doric Lodge brethren as well as others in the community. Contact Dave Lang at 309-373-3284 to request a scholarship application. Complet...

Meteor Lodge #283 stated meeting Dec 15. 2020 at 7:30 PM. 53 yr member, Bob Knight passed away Dec 10th reportedly of Covid 19. No details as of now.

At the Annual Meeting of Streator Lodge #607 on Dec. 3rd 2020, Streator Lodge elected and appointed the following officers to serve for the 2021 Masonic year.

 

Worshipful Master Elect:  WB R...

Greetings Brethren.  Streator Lodge #607 would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving, and we hope that you and your family have a safe and happy holiday this year.  

It is with great sadness that we announce there will not be any delivery of Poinsettias this year. Out of health concerns for our widows and the current state-wide mitigation, the members voted to ...

Brethren, 

     Over the last several days I have been receiving letters and phone calls from family members of some of our brethren who are deceased.  These contacts have come because we had to...

Stewart Lodge recently completed a complete remodel of the ceiling in the Lodge room and several adjoining rooms. The ceiling was lowered and new lighting was installed. The air conditioning system...

Congratulations to Brother Adam Patrick Lemke, who was able to receive his First Degree in Masonry today!!  We were supposed to do two first degrees but due to the fact that our second candidate ha...

Brethren, I have received a list of the Area Officers Schools in case you have an interest in attending.  We would like to have five (5) brothers go to the Area Officers School to be awarded the pl...

Stated meetings are cancelled until further notice due to restrictions on meetings of 10 people or less, and to help contain the spread of the coronavirus. Please watch your email for information a...

Brethren, it is with deep sadness that I must report the passing of Brother Mark Amenda.  Reverend Amenda's obituary is listed on the Solon-Telford Funeral Home site but is here as well. 

 

O...

Brethren, the Grand Lodge of Illinois will be unable to hold it's annual meeting this year as usual. However, The Grand Master has offered a special link to any brother interested in seeing the ses...

Streator Lodge would like to thank the members and guests who visited tonight.  Thanks to all who came and we hope to see you all again. 

 

DeKalb Masonic Lodge #144 A.F.&A.M. of Illinois installed its officers Tuesday evening at 6:30pm! The lodge hall and entry/dining rooms were thoroughly sanitized beforehand by the incoming Worshipf...

Thank you for your patience as we restart our meetings.  This came in from our DDGM and is sent to all of you through this quick notice.  Should you attent tonights meeting, these guidelines will b...

Brethren, the Grand Master has released guidelines for the resumation of meetings in our lodge rooms once again as of July 1.  The following letter from the Grand Master explains the procedures.  I...

Greetings Brethren!!  

     In the face of the Grand Master's order to cease all Masonic meetings and special events, let us not forget that we are first and foremost, a family.  Let us reach ou...

Funeral services 

It's was a cold blustery Saturday morning on February 15th but it did not stop the schools from showing up to compete at the Masonic Academic Bowl. I would to thank all of the lodges that contribut...

Brethren, it is with great sadness that I must report the passing of the newly installed Junior Warden of Streator Lodge # 607, Brother Duane Beal. His passing is a tremendous loss not only to Stre...

Brethren, it is with deep sadness that I must report the passing of Brother Donald Elias.  If you click on the links provided you may see his memorial page.

Welcome to the memorial page for

D...

DeKalb Masonic Lodge #144 will be sponsoring Rockford Auburn High School in the Academic Bowl this February. Although we haven't heard from the local high schools, Rockford Auburn, with a very good...

On December 19, 2019 the officers who were elected and appointed to govern Streator Lodge #607 for the 2020 term were installed into their proper places and stations.  The installing team consited ...

Streator Lodge #607 will be holding their annual Installation of Officers on December 19th 2019.  Anyone is welcome to attend.  A dinner will be held following the installation.  Please contact the...

Big congratulations to our newest master mason, Jeffrey R. Armour Jr.  Jeff wanted to thank all the Master Masons who came out to make his day special.  Special thanks to the brothers who came out ...

This edition of the 'Illinois Freemasonry Magazine' has Streator Lodge #607 as the featured lodge for the issue.  We are proud to be recognized by out Grand Lodge at this level and would like to th...

Bro Senior Warden Ferald Bryan reported that WB James North and RWB Mike Martin, Chairman and Northern Area  Coordinator for the Family ID Program manned the stations Saturday morning at the STEMfe...

Past Masters NIght will be October 24, 2019 at Manny's in Savanna.  Starts at 6:00 p.m. with meal at 6:30 and program to follow.  Cost is $25.00 for meal of beef and chicken.  Please provide reserv...

The DeKalb Masonic Lodge will host an IL-CHIP event from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at the Armor Tech store at 143 E. Lincoln Highway in DeKalb during Corn Fest. Volunteers are sought...

Meteor Lodge #283 stated meetings 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7:30 PM.

Please help me in congratulating Brother Adam Circello on his appontment at Eureka Lodge #69 as Lodge Education Officer taking over for Brother Dan Clark who has done a remarkable job of bringing s...

2nd    Duane Else2nd    John Hernandez6th    Brian Clark6th    Nicholas Foley12th    Larry Cole14th    Robert Hockenberry18th    William McKinley22nd    Robert Valentine23rd    Rollin Gieker24th   ...

1st    Dennis Williams3rd    Brian Gooder3rd    Roger Sedam5th    William Duke8th    Henry Hanson8th    Robert Kunz9th    George Smith10th    Wesley Greenwood15th    Eugene Christy16th    Richard H...

1st    Thomas Hodges3rd    Dean Sheese5th    William Duke5th    John Morgan6th    LaVern Robertson11th    Edwin Blaser13th    Gerald Schnell15th    Michael Henry15th    Philip Laxton16th    Larry W...

1st    Keith Glaus8th    Martin Matherly, Jr.10th    Herbert Hinton12th    Tad Robison13th    Anthony Lootens13th    John Ryan14th    Richard Hansen14th    James Parrish15th    Roy Sims16th    Jeff...

1st    Clyde Altemeier4th    Jeffrey Lees6th    William Parr8th    Jeffrey Lees10th    Eugene Tschopp12th    Jimmie Presson15th    David Jones22nd    Dwayne Folker23rd    Darrin Sims25th    Terry P...

1st    Caleb Leone7th    Flint Downey7th    Martin Matherly, Sr.11th    Daniel Blackburn16th    Lawrence L. E. Smith19th    Everett Weede20th    Melvin Parker22nd    John Hansen22nd    Joachim Mayf...

2nd    Peter Tollenaer6th    Arthur Hemm12th    Joseph Ende12th    Nicholas Foley12th    John VanDeVelde16th    William Adams17th    Robert Mindock17th    William Myers18th    Wade Abbott18th    Do...

2nd    Donald Mewes3rd    Mark Taylor4th    Dale Baraks4th    Gerry Davis9th    James Bull9th    Richard Nicely17th    Marvin Anderson20th    Pat Hynes21st    Bruce McCrady22nd    James Goetsch23rd...

4th    John Hoffman5th    Larry Lyon6th    Robin Kizer11th    Joseph Soethe13th    William Pearce16th    Arlin Neumann19th    Bruce White22nd    William Needham29th    Arthur Gowey

1st    Travis Boultinghouse4th    Walter Rambo6th    Gary Morrison13th    Brian Nesseler17th    Robert Miner21st    Tony Gimble22nd    William Needham25th    David Ehlers25th    Joshua Johnson25th ...

2nd    Benjamin Brandmeyer3rd    Benjamin Cutler3rd    Anthony Linnabery7th    Michael Peters11th    Dennis Roberts12th    George Dees13th    Reed McDaniel16th    Michael Matherly17th    William En...

1st    David Rudd2nd    David Tennant2nd    Michael Roos9th    Don Wood14th    Larry Coyne20th    David Kirchner23rd    LeRoy Price24th    Donald Lind24th    Galen Westerfield27th    Kenneth Bridgf...

We had a GREAT turnout at our annual Culver's Fund Raiser on Saturday, Nov. 18th. Over a dozen Masons and their families came out to lend a hand, enjoy some fellowship, and munch some good food! A ...