Freemason Spotlight
Where Are They Now?: Past Presiding Officer
This series will take an in-depth look at the lives of past presiding officers and answer the question: Where are they now? We’ll explore their activities after their term ended, from messages they sent to events they attended, as well as what goes on behind the scenes.
Famous Freemasons From History
Discover the Long and Varied List of Famous Freemasons: From Politicians to Celebrities, Learn About the Incredible Individuals Who Have Been Associated with This Ancient Fraternity.
"Meet the..." Series
We are always looking for new ways to highlight our dedicated and talented members in the Valley of Boston. Over the past year we have begun to promote our members with the “Meet the…” Series. If you would like to learn a bit about your brothers, take a scroll down memory lane!
Famous Freemasons
Minor History for a Major League (Posted 8/10/2014)
Famous Freemasons
Today marks what would be the 131th birthday of Stephen Carlton Clark. Who is Stephen Clark? He is a brother from New York and the founder of the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown!
Who’s on First? A Mason! (Posted 9/10/2014)
Famous Freemasons
October 2, 2014 would have been the 117th birthday of arguably the greatest straight man in all of comedy, Bud Abbott. Let’s take a closer look at one of freemasonry’s most iconic members.
George Washington’s General: John Sullivan (Posted 1/14/2015)
Famous Freemasons
From Valley Forge to Crossing the Delaware, every American knows about George Washington and the famous role he played during the Revolutionary War. While General Washington was the keystone of the War for American Independence, he had scores of men commanding under him. On January 23, 1795, one of his top generals passed away at his home in Durham, New Hampshire. Major General John Sullivan died a decorated commander and Past Grand Master.
Happy Birthday Brother Shaq! (Posted 2/26/2015)
Famous Freemasons
When you think of Boston Celtics centers, names like Robert Parish and Bill Russell come to mind. Today, we want to with a happy birthday to another great center that wore the shamrock. Let’s take a look at Brother Shaquille O’Neal, The Big Leprechaun, as he turns 43!
Sugar Ray Robinson (Posted 3/8/2015)
Famous Freemasons
Sugar Ray Robinson was one of the most prolific boxers in history, and also a Freemason! He passed away 26 years ago this Sunday. Let’s take a look at our brother who dominated boxing in more than one category.
Where Are They Now?
Where Are They Now?: Herb Mower
Where Are They Now?
Dr. Herbert Mower, 33° MSA, served Boston Lafayette Lodge of Perfection as the Thrice Potent Master from 2002 to 2005. He began his journey through Scottish Rite in the Valley of Boston in the mid-1990’s, when Bro. C. William Lakso, 33° appointed him to an office in Lodge of Perfection. From there Bro. Mower made his way through the line and served his term as Thrice Portent Master with pride. During his time, he accomplished a great deal such as: building the officers manual, bringing Lodge of Perfection and DeMolay closer together, and performing all eleven degrees at least once during his term.
Where Are They Now?: Ken Blake
Where Are They Now?
Bro. Ken Blake, 33° served Mount Olivet Chapter of Rose Croix as Most Wise Master from 2008 to 2011. His journey through Scottish Rite began in 1979, when Bro. Bud Rockwell brought him into the Rite. Bro. Blake joined Scottish Rite with Brothers Robert Hartley, Phil Drouin, and George Hamilton; all of whom have served as Most Wise Master in succession. During his time as Most Wise Master Bro. Blake accomplished much that he is proud of. Between 2008 and 2011, Bro. Blake brought about changes in the communication structure of Rose Croix, the production team was modernized and brought to a new level of productivity, and he made sure to keep the Past Most Wise Masters involved.
Where Are They Now?: John C. Harris, III
Where Are They Now?
John C. Harris, III, 33°, is a past Sovereign Prince for the Valley of Boston, serving from 2007 until 2009. Bro. Harris’ journey through the masonic community began in his youth when he was an active member of Lynnfield Chapter, Order of DeMolay. He is a Past Master Councilor of the Chapter, is a holder of the Degree of Chevalier and a designee for the Legion of Honor. He dove deeper into freemasonry on February 24, 1983, when he joined Lynnfield Lodge in Wakefield, Massachusetts. On December 9, 1989, he took his next masonic step, and joined the Valley of Boston.
Where Are They Now? Ralph Sewall
Where Are They Now?
Ill∴ Ralph Sewall, 33° is a past Commander-in-Chief of Massachusetts Consistory in the Valley of Boston, serving in that capacity from 1994 until 1997. Bro. Sewall has had a long and exciting masonic career, starting in his youth as a member of Needham DeMolay and extending to the present day. Bro. Sewall grew up in Needham, Massachusetts, and was an active member of Needham DeMolay and Troop 2 of the Boy Scouts. He went on to attend Norfolk Agricultural High School, and after his graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy in the Naval Air Reserve.
Where are they now? David Elsner
Where Are They Now?
Ill∴ David Elsner, 33°, is a Past Thrice Potent Master for Lodge of Perfection, serving in this capacity from 2014-2017. Bro. Elsner’s journey in Masonry began in DeMolay, where he served as Master Councilor and was awarded the Degree of Chevalier, the Order’s highest youth honor. Then, he went on to join the craft at Wollaston Lodge in Quincy, which merged with Rural Lodge. There, he went through the chairs and served as Master from 2004-2005, before joining the Valley of Boston.
"Meet the..."
Meet the First Lieutenant Commander
“Meet the…”
At the Valley of Boston Installation in April, Roy J. Leone, 33o, First Lieutenant Commander of Massachusetts Consistory, spoke on behalf of the Commander in Chief.
Meet the Family Life Chairman
“Meet the…”
Alfredo Jorge Rodrigues Canhoto was born November 6, 1969 in the country of Portugal. Until he was 3 and half years old, he lived in a lighthouse in Ponta Delgada, Azores. In 1973, he and his family moved to the United States.
Warren W. Morris, Jr., 33º, Medical Corps Captain
“Meet the…”
Warren W. Morris, Jr., 33º, grew up in Bedford, Massachusetts where he was very active as a youth in the Boy Scouts of America. He served Troop 16 in Bedford as a patrol leader and earned his Eagle Scout later on for his efforts. Bro. Morris was also a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Bedford.
Meet the Production Manager
“Meet the…”
Ethan W. Gilson, 32º, was born in Newton, Massachusetts. Bro. Gilson attended Newton North High School where he was active in the theater department. After gradating high school in 1994, he attended Emerson College in Boston, MA. In 1998, He graduated from Emerson College with his Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Design/Technology. After graduating college, he was hired by Advanced Lighting & Production Services (ALPS) in Randolph, MA where he works today as a Rigging Specialist.
Meet the Choir Manager
“Meet the…”
Evangelos Liapis was born and raised in the Southern European country of Greece. He came to the United States in his late teens for college; attending the University of Massachusetts in Lowell. Once he graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering, Bro. Liapis moved back to Greece to enroll in conscription (mandatory military service). He served his country within the Heavy Artillery Division of the Army.
