the kamel - aug. 2021

Monday,

August 16, 2021

The Kamel Latest news, stories, and updates

from the Kalurah Shriners, Binghamton, NY

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Alan Zdimal Memorial Golf Outing

By Ill. David Karre Despite our extremely soggy summer, the Third Annual Alan Zdimal Memorial Golf Outing was a huge success! Alan must have been smiling down on us, for sunny skies and warm temperatures were in order for a record turnout! We had 48 golfers (12 teams) and a total of 75 people for our dinner and celebration. The dinner was especially moving as several tributes, especially by Barbara Zdimal, were paid to Alan. After dinner a “Silent Auction” was held for over 35 prizes donated by local merchants. Additional special thanks go to our 24 hole sponsors who, each year, contribute to the success of the event. In all, we raised a record of slightly over $6,000 which will be donated to the Shriners Hospital in Springfield, MA, in Alan’s memory. It is here where Alan served as an Associate Board member. Many thanks go to those who helped bring about the event, including Ill. Andrew Roberts and First Lady Mikki, Ill. Scott Kinne, Ill. Jerry Putman, and Scott and Kim Schwartz who acted as our “Cart boy and girl” for the event. We’re all looking forward to an even bigger and better event next year! (More pictures on the next page.) 1

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A few more photos from the Alan Zdimal Golf Tournament

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Springfield Shriners Hospital DAISY Award Winner From Shriner’s Hospital for Children – Springfield

In the photo: Kathleen Noone, MBA, BSN, RN, Director of Patient Care Services/Nurse Executive; Laurie Trowbridge, RN and Lee Kirk, Springfield Shriners Hospital Administrator Congratulations to this year’s DAISY Award recipient, Laurie Trowbridge, RN! The DAISY Award is a nationally recognized program to honor the important work nurses do for patients and families every day. Laurie is recognized by her peers for being professional, compassionate, hardworking and flexible in her role as both a circulating nurse and a scrub tech. She takes on these roles with great competency and without complaint. Laurie’s genuine care and concern for her patients is evident in every interaction, and the OR staff is proud and lucky to have her on their team! Thank you for your dedication to Shriners Hospitals for Children!

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3551 North Broad Street | Philadelphia, PA 19140 | 215-430-4000 | ShrinersPhilly.org l @ShrinersPhilly

Theron and Dawn Banker were recently acknowledged for their generous giving to Shriners Hospitals for Children — Philadelphia. The Philanthropic Society at the hospital honors major living donors and deceased benefactors who give contributions or bequests to support the hospital’s patients and their medical care, regardless of the patients’ or families' ability to pay.

Both Theron and Dawn have passed away, leaving a portion of their estate to the hospital. Theron was a Shriner and a member of the Legion of Honor at Kalurah Shrine in Endicott, New York. He was also a Past Master of Blue Stone Lodge #338 in Hallstead, Pennsylvania.

Their primary residence was in Great Bend, Pa., but they also had homes and spent much of their time in Forestport, New York and Ocala, Florida. Theron served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Dawn worked at Singer Link, and Theron later worked at IBM in Endicott for 30 years. He later opened his own business, Custom Machining, Inc., in Great Bend.

Every Philanthropic Society donation or bequest at Shriners Hospitals for Children is honored by a separate wood plaque permanently placed on the donor recognition wall in the hospital. The individual plaque features a laser engraved, personalized inscription commemorating the contribution.

Shriners Hospitals for Children changes lives every day through innovative pediatric specialty care, world-class research and outstanding medical education. Through generous donations and bequests, such as the Bankers’ contribution, the health care system provides advanced care for children with orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate.

Shriners Hospitals for Children is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and relies on the generosity of donors. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. For more information about their mission, the care they provide, or to make donation please visit www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/Philadelphia


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In these photos: Noble Theron and Dawn Banker, Noble and Mrs. Banker’s recognition plaque from Shriner’s Hospital for Children – Philadelphia

Know Any Potential Shriners or Masons? Nobles, brethren, families, and friends, if you know of any Masons who are interested in becoming a Shriner or learning what the Shrine is and what we do, please refer them to one of us and we will be happy to talk to them. Also, if you know of any good men who are looking for fellowship, brotherhood, who like to help with charitable causes, and fun, please send them our way. Without our blue lodges we wouldn’t have a Shrine!

Do you know Kalurah’s Jurisdiction? Kalurah has:

ü Exclusive jurisdiction in the counties of Broome, Chemung, Cortland, (except for the towns of Cuyler, Preble, Scott and Truxton), Delaware, Sullivan, Tioga and Tomkins.

ü Exclusive jurisdiction in the towns of Genoa, Locke, Moravia, Sempronius, Summer Hill, Venice and the village of Moravia in the county of Cayuga; and exclusive jurisdiction in the towns of Addison, Bradford, Campbell, Caton, Corning, Erwin, Hornby, Lindley, Rathbone, Thurston, Tuscarora, Woodhull and the cities and villages of Addison, Corning, Painted Post and South Corning in the county of Steuben.

ü Concurrent jurisdiction in the counties of Chenango, Otsego, Schoharie and Schuyler.

ü Concurrent jurisdiction in the towns of Cuyler, Preble, Scott and Truxton in the county of Cortland; and concurrent jurisdiction in the towns of Bath, Prattsburg, Pulteney, Urbana, Wayne, Wheeler and the cities and villages of Bath and Hammondsport in the county of Steuben.

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Kalurah Shriners Shine at the Montrose Independence Day Parade! The Kalurah Shriners were back and well represented in Montrose, PA on July 5, 2021! The weather the beautiful and the community came out in full force to support their community. The Nobles of Kalurah Shrine had six go karts, a wagon, a drift bike, and, of course, our famous firetruck manned by Ill. Gene Abbey and the Fez towed by Ill. Tim McMullin. Thank you to all the Nobles who came out to show off who we are, what we represent, and to have a good time! Special thanks to Noble Richard Thomas for taking such wonderful photos!

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Kalurah Shriners Celebrate Shriners International Awareness Day at the All Masonic Family Clambake June 6, 2021 was a beautiful day in the Southern Tier as Masons, Nobles, families, and friends all came together for our annual family clambake. This year’s clambake fell on the same day as Shriners International Awareness Day. The food was never ending and it was delicious! Many Nobles, and their friends donated to our basket raffles and bought many 50/50 tickets. We had many visiting Shriners from some of our neighboring Shrine Centers including two current Potentate’s who came to celebrate with our Potentate, Ill. Andrew Roberts. On June 6, 1876, the Imperial Council, the original governing body of the Shriners Fraternity as founded. To commemorate this important event, Shriners International has declared June 6th as Shriners International Awareness Day.

Windsor Masonic Lodge #442 Breakfast is Back! The first Sunday of each month 8:00 AM–11:00 AM Donation of $8 for Adults $4 for Children 12 and under Eggs, Sausage Patties, Hash Browns, Pancakes, French Toast, Coffee & Orange Juice 8 College Avenue Windsor, NY

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Rewriting Their Stories By Shriners Hospital for Children – Springfield Mike adopted his son, Nick, when Nick was 16. Nick has severe dystonia, a form of cerebral palsy marked by involuntary muscle contractions and movements that affect his entire body. He uses a wheelchair and is nonverbal. “But he can understand what you’re saying,” Mike said. Nick receives physical therapy, occupational therapy and orthotics (for hip dislocation), and bracing for scoliosis at Shriners Hospitals for Children — Springfield.

The next great adventure After his adoption, Nick joined BFit, the hospital’s summer biking program for patients with neuromuscular conditions. “He was really tuned in with what he was doing,” said Mike. From there, a thrill-seeker was born “BFit is what started it all.” Mike looked for other adaptive activities that Nick could take part in to live life without limitations. So far, Mike and Nick’s physical therapist have found ways for Nick to go horseback riding, ziplining, rock climbing and water skiing. “There’s nothing we’ve tried that he doesn’t like. I think you’re just limited by your own imagination,” said Mike. Mike said skydiving might be next on the list. “I’m always looking for our next great adventure.” This article was also featured in the Summer 2021 Issue of Leaders in Care Magazine (our system-wide publication). https://pub.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/rewriting-their-stories/

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In Memoriam

Noble Ken Nixon September 9, 1929 – July 26, 2021

Noble Ken Nixon passed away at the age of 91. He was raised a Master Mason on January 28, 1965 and created a Noble of the Shrine on May 5, 1971 – a 50-year Shriner! A true brother, a true Noble, and a true gentleman. Please keep Ken’s family in your thoughts and prayers. Memorials may be sent to Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o Kalurah Shriners, 549 Chenango St, Binghamton, New York 13905 or other Masonic Charities of the donor's choice.

In Memoriam Ill. Charles Henneman

Illustrious Sir Charles R. Henneman died at sunrise, June 20, 2021. He was a Life Permanent Contributing Member, created May 15, 1971, a 50-year Shriner. A 60-year Master Mason with Round Hill Lodge, he was raised March 13, 1961. Chuck was proudly a Mason, sponsored by his father Earl and cousin Russ Henneman in 1961. He then moved on to the Kalurah Shrine, working his way up the chairs to become Illustrious Potentate 2000, our centennial year. Chuck loved being involved in every part of being a Shriner especially events that brought a smile to the children's' faces, the Shrine Circus and Easter and Christmas parties. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Joyce. Please keep the Henneman family in your thoughts and prayers during this time of loss.

Hospital Transportation Driver coordinator, High Priest and Prophet, Noble Joe Peters is looking for more drivers. All patient transport vehicles have been supplied with cleaning kits from Shriner’s Hospital Springfield. Please reach out the Noble Joe Peters or the Recorder, Ill. Scott Kinne ([email protected]) if you would like to be added to the diver list. Thank you.

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Recorder Ramblings Dues for 2022 have been assessed. Individual notices will arrive soon through email, and then hardcopy through USPS. You can however, pay your dues now through the kalurah.org web site, www.kalurah.org. Once on the site select the big green PAY MY DUES button. You'll need your Member and Shriner ID #s found on you dues card. If you don't have your card, get in touch with me by phone or email, [email protected], 607-760-9234.

For all Nobles and Ladies – Have you visited Shriners Village? This is an online treasure trove of information of all things Shriners. You'll find resources for membership, seminars, Ladies events and programs, sporting events, public relations videos, and the list goes on. This is a great example of your dues being put to work for your benefit. You have to register to gain access, but it's a simple process. Ladies – you too can create your own log on. Go to this web site and sign up today. https://www.shrinersvillage.com/login/login.aspx?url=%252f

Web Fez – the online data base where member contact data, your history as a Shriner, and dues activity is stored. Do yourself a favor by creating a registration, logging in, and verifying your information. Again, a powerful tool designed and built for you, your dues, again at work. https://webfez.shrinenet.org/Account/RegisterFirstStep

Upcoming Events • 08/20 – Concert Series, Bethel Woods • 08/21 – Kalurah Potentate’s Ball • 09/17 – Mecca Ball • 9/29 – Chenango Valley Shrine Club (possible

combination event with Cortland) • 10/07-10 – NYOSA Corning • 10/16 – Rameses and Oriental Balls • 11/6 – Ziyara Ball • 11/20 – Rainbow Lodge • 12/4 – Damascus Ball

Sickness and Distress If you know of any brother Masons, Nobles or not, in sickness and distress that need our Masonic aid or sympathy, please let the members of the Divan know as soon as you can. We are here to help all Masons and their families!

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Scottish Rite Northern Masonic Jurisdiction – Valley of Binghamton Are you interested in learning more about the Scottish Rite? Have you considered becoming a 32nd Degree Mason? Do you enjoy seeing and/or performing in degrees while learning valuable lessons about how to be a better man and Mason? Then please reach out to the Valley of Binghamton! We are located in the same building as Kalurah Shrine. Email: [email protected] Website: valleyofbinghamton.com Facebook: Scottish Rite – Valley of Binghamton Please tell them you read about it in the Kamel!

Royal Arch Companions, on August 25th, 2021, Vallonia Chapter in Windsor, NY will be hosting our Grand Lecturer R:.E:. Anthony Klimathianos for our Eighth Capitular District’s Grand Lecturer’s Convention. We will be having a dinner at 6:30pm and would need a head count to have enough food for our hungry companions. The convention will begin at 7:30pm. Please contact DDGHP, Noble Will Corrington to RSVP @ (607) 348-5885 or [email protected]

NYOSA A successful Association is made up of successful Temples, which are made up of active Nobles. NYOSA is a successful Association. Please mark your calendar for October 8-10, Corning NY for the Fall Session of NYOSA. A unique, rewarding experience will be had by all. Do your part in keeping NYOSA successful. Be sure to keep up to date on what's happening with all our member temples at the NYOSA web site; www.nyosa.org. Events and Potentate Ball dates, fundraisers can all be found there.

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We invite Shriners to participate in this Putting for a Purpose Mini Golf Tournament to benefit our Springfield Hospital. Teams of four are welcome to golf for a $10 registration fee per person, which includes lunch and golf. Teams are asked to fundraise to transform the lives of our patients. Fundraising levels are as follows:

• Combined $500 for team of 4 earns: o Event T-Shirt o Magnet

• Combined $750 for team of 4 earns: o Magnet o Shriners Mug o Event T-Shirt

• Combined $1,000 for team of 4 earns: o Magnet o Shriners Mug o Event T-shirt o Gift Card to local supporter

• Combined $2,000 for team of 4 earns: o Magnet o Shriners Drawstring Bag o Shriners Mug o Event T-Shirt o Gift card to local supporter

We are also asking Shriners to volunteer throughout the event. Bring the clowns, mini cars, etc. and have some fun with our golfers. Please contact Stacey Perlmutter, Director of Development in Springfield at 413-735-1285 or [email protected] with any questions or to schedule times to volunteer.

You can register at: https://donate.lovetotherescue.org/event/putting-for-a-purpose-mini-golf-tournament/e328661 12


Potentate: Ill. Andrew O. Roberts Elected Divan 2021: Chief Rabban: Thomas Whitney Assistant Rabban: Robert Schoonmaker High Priest and Profit: Joseph Peters Oriental Guide: Scott Schwartz Recorder: Ill. Scott G. Kinne Treasurer: Ill. Gerald Putman Appointed Divan 2021: First Ceremonial: Derek Bryant Second Ceremonial: Edward Hickey Director: Lucas Finley Marshal: Randy Duffey Captain of the Guard: Donald Ellis Outer Guard: Jason Fishner Chaplain: Richard “Ric” Thomas Trustees: Ill. Eric Putman, Ill. Gerald “Gene” Abbey, Noble Robert “Bob” Rogers Potentate’s Cabinet: Ill. David J. Karre, Ill. Thomas “Tim” McMullin, Ill. Dale Roberts, Noble Kurt Eschbach Living Past Potentates: Year Living Past Potentate Lady 1980 Stephen M. James Marcia 1984 Richard N. LaFever 1990 David P Spencer Gale 1992 James C. Whited Jo Anne 1994 Douglas Immoor Linda 1995 Gerald “Gene” Abbey 1996 Nicholas F. Seketa, DPM Marta 1998 Thomas Cowan Barbara 2001 Nelson Johns Joan 2002 Gerald E. “Jerry” Putman Kris 2003 J. David Tinklepaugh, III Christin 2004-5 Thomas M. “Tim” McMullin Elaine 2007 Steven E. Behe Sherry 2009 Hugh R. Price Wilma 2011 Eric G. Putman Kelly 2012 William P. Hush Barbara 2014 Richard L. Barner 2016 Scott G. Kinne Mary Ann 2017 Marty D. DeVault Pat 2018 David J. Karre MaryAnne 2019 Mark J. Loughran Sarah 2020 David L. Hantsch Dianna

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Charlie Murphy Award Winners: Year Ill. Gerald “Jerry” Putman 2016 Ill. Scott G. Kinne 2017 Ill. David J. Karre 2019

Living Shriners of the Year: Year Lionel Cross 1982 Ill. Nelson Johns 1997 Ill. Gerald “Gene” Abbey 1998 G. “Rocky” DeCarlo 2001 Robert N. “Bob” Rogers 2009 Ill. Marty D. DeVault 2010 Robert S. Swithers 2011 Ill. Scott G. Kinne 2012 Ill. David L. Hantsch 2015 John F. “Jack” Coughlin 2017 Gene Graves 2018 Derek Bryant 2019 Lucas Finley 2019 Robert Schoonmaker 2020

Please submit articles, stories, and/or pictures for the Kamel to Noble Scott K. Schwartz, [email protected] Kalurah Shriners 549 Chenango Street Binghamton, NY. 13901 14

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