Condolences Jack Yeager

Brother Jack Yeager died January 10, 2025.

He was a 22 year member of New Carlisle Lodge.

Please keep the Yeager family in your prayers.

Obituary for Jack A. Yeager  (April 13, 1943 - January 10, 2025)

On Friday, January 10th, 2025, Jack A. Yeager left this world at the age of 81. Jack was born April 13th, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio to Thomas and Forrest Rose Yeager.  He served his country in the Air Force in an active-duty role as Load Master Specialist.  He retired as an Air Reserve Technical Specialist (ARTS) and supervisor for the 445th Aircraft Maintenance Unit at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

In retirement, Jack enjoyed traveling with high school classmates, bass fishing/tournaments with his son Jack, Jr. and wife Cindy.  At Grace United Methodist Church, Jack served his Lord and Savior as a lay speaker and assisted with various projects and volunteer ministries.

Jack was preceded in death by his father and mother.  He is survived by his wife Cindy, brother Dean, his sister Janice, his children Jack, Jr., Patrick and Joy, the mother of his children- Patty Yeager, as well as nieces and granddaughters.

A memorial service will be held, Saturday February 1st, 2025, at Grace United Methodist Church, 1401 West Main Street, Springfield, Ohio.  Visitation is at 10:00 am followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 am afterwards a fellowship lunch will be provided by GUMC. Arrangements have been entrusted to Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.trostelchapman.com.

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Jay Maxwell, Secretary, New Carlisle Lodge No. 100

Condolences John Wigger

Brethren, Worshipful Brother John Wigger died January 5, 2025. He was a 43 year member of New Carlisle Lodge. W.B. Wigger was Worshipful Master of New Carlisle Lodge in 1991. Please keep the Wigger family in your prayers.

Obituary for John William Wigger

John William Wigger 64, of Medway, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was born on June 29, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Earl and Marie Wigger. John was a graduate of Tecumseh High School, Class of 1978, The Ohio State University, and Wright State University. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of New Carlisle, was Past Master of New Carlisle Lodge #100 F&AM; Royal Arch Chapter #57; Council #143; and Valley of Dayton Scottish Rite. John was a collector of Reds memorabilia, and vintage toys, and was an avid fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes, Cincinnati Reds, and most of all the band Chicago. He is survived by his siblings Charles Wigger, Susan Frazier, Helen Wigger, and Dorothy (Brett) Beaverson; many nieces and nephews, who lovingly will remember him as Uncle Santa John; cousin Trish Huber; best friends, Mark and Cindy Wheeler, who have been a wonderful support to John’s family, and many other relatives and friends. Along with his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife Jaynie Lorene Fryer Wigger. 

Services will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted
to Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home. Online condolences
may be made at trostelchapman.com.

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Jay Maxwell, Secretary, New Carlisle Lodge No. 100

Ohio Mason Honored For Valor

Specialist Fourth Class Kenneth J. David was today awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for heroic actions during the Vietnam War. He was previously inducted into the Ohio Military Hall of Fame for Valor and Military Bravery on May 7, 2010. As a recipient of a Purple Heart and Distinguished Service Cross, he was also a Distinguished Member of the Regiment of the 1-506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), at Fort Campbell. 

M.W.B. Keith W. Newton, Grand Secretary, announced the pending honor in a message to Ohio Freemasons stating that Brother David is a member of Cortland Lodge #529 F.&A.M. of Ohio. Brother David continues to work with disabled veterans in his retirement.

Official Website for Kenneth J. David

Condolences Debbie Jones

Brethren,
W.B. Bobby Jones' wife Debbie died December 26.

Funeral will be at Adkins Funeral Home Friday on January 3.

7055 Dayton Springfield Road, Enon, Ohio 45323

Visitation 1 - 3 PM
Obituary is below.
Please keep Bobby and the Jones family in your prayers.

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Debra Jones, 65, of New Carlisle, passed away on December 26, 2024, peacefully at her
home surrounded by her family. She was born on October 14, 1959, to the late Orville and
Marie (Feltner) Hart, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Debra is preceded in death by both her parents,
father John Raisor, and a sister Linda. She leaves behind her loving Husband of 41 years
Bobby Jones, her seven children; Jesse Fry (Stephanie Lubell), of Columbus, Bobby
(Karen) Jones II, of Alexandria, VA, Brian (Telisha) Jones, of Medway, Brandon (Kendall)
Jones, of Springfield, Ashlea (Brad) Olson, of Beavercreek, Kristi Taylor, of Enon, Daniel
Jones, of New Carlisle, three sisters; Barb, Cathy, Donna, a brother; Wayne. Fourteen
grandchildren; Maranda, Kilee, Ellie, P.J., Jake, Gerard, Fiona, Autumn, Brian II, Jacob,
Rose, Clara, John, Lilah, several nieces, nephews, cousins, and the entire Jones family.
Debra loved her family, and she adored spending time with her grandchildren. She was a
member of the Medway Church, and a member of the Eastern Star. She was an avid
bingo player, and she loved to travel. She will be missed by so many, especially her family.
She was a graduate of Wright State University with a Bachelor's degree in Earth Science.
We would like to thank The James Cancer Center and The Hospice of Dayton for their
attentiveness and care during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to either of the aforementioned.
Adkins Funeral Home in Enon will be assisting Debra’s family with her final wishes.

A visitation will be conducted on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the Funeral Home from 1:00-
3:00 PM 

www.adkinsfunerals.com

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Jay Maxwell, Secretary, New Carlisle Lodge No. 100

Membership Service Awards

R.W.B. Helmut Schuster, P.D.D.G.M. and W.B. Ranold Seymour, W.M. presented 25 and 50 year awards to those present at the December 12th Stated Meeting of New Carlisle Lodge #100.

25 Years of Membership - Brother Billy Williams II

50 Years of Membership - W.B. John Anderson

January update: unable to attend the Annual Awards night at the December Stated Meeting, W.B. Don Rutledge was nonetheless honored for his 50 years of service at the January Stated Meeting.

Photo Courtesy of Jay Maxwell

Masonic Home Visit

Representatives of New Carlisle Masonic Temple visited Masonic Home residents on December 10. Don Rutledge, Ranold Seymour, Phillip Brandley and Jay Maxwell presented Norfolk Island Pine plants and Christmas cards to John and Martha Anderson, Beverly Taylor and Margrit Hoyle. 

Service Awards at Lodge Stated Meeting - December 12

Service Awards for the 2025 Masonic Year

6 PM - Light refreshments
7 PM -25 & 50 year award presentation - Family & friends invited

    25 years - Richard Huber, James Lostutter, Billy Williams II

    50 years - John Anderson, Larry Johnston, Donald Rutledge

After the presentations - Lodge Stated Meeting
Dress: Officers in tux or dark suit

Jay Maxwell, Secretary, New Carlisle Lodge No. 100

Donations to Needy Families

On December 6, Brother Roger Thornbury and W.B. Ted Buskirk presented Family and Youth Initiatives with a $250 donation from New Carlisle Lodge. Nikki Stefanow, Executive Director, accepted the donation and thanked New Carlisle Lodge. They also presented New Carlisle Food Bank with a $250 check from New Carlisle Lodge. The First United Methodist Church Senior Pastor, Reverend Bob Lybarger, accepted on behalf of the New Carlisle Food Bank thanking New Carlisle Lodge for its donation.

Donation to the Family and Youth Initiatives - $250

Roger Thornbury - Nikki Stefanow - Ted Buskirk

Donation to the New Carlisle Food Bank - $250

Roger Thornbury - Pastor Bob Lybarger - Ted Buskirk

Photos - Courtesy of Jay Maxwell

Picture With Santa

December 8, 3 - 6 PM - Picture with Santa at the New Carlisle Masonic Temple

Open to the public - Visit with Santa Claus and one of his elves

Kids can share their wishes and snap photos.

Reminder on Calendar Dates

Beginning this month lodge officer meetings have moved to the first Wednesday of each month (January likely an outlier) and the Craft Club meetings are, as usual, at 7 PM on the first Thursday of each month. Other stated meeting nights for Temple bodies remain the same as in the past.