East Central York Rite College 81 Elects Officers

 East Central York  Rite College 81 held its election of officers for 2026-2027 at its Annual meeting today in Villa Grove.  The following officers were elected or appointed and will be installed at the meeting of the College in August:

Preeminent Governor--- Matthew M. Pangburn

 Eminent Deputy Governor---Christopher J. Whitney

 Eminent Chancellor--- Christopher J. Hathaway

 Eminent Treasurer--- Frank W. Lincoln

Eminent Secretary--- Michael J. Dooley

Noble Primate---  Kenneth D. Lambeth

 Noble Preceptor---Gabriel E. Carr

 Noble Seneschal--- Joseph H. Turngren

Noble Marshal--- Vance S. Martin

 Noble Sentinel--- Dyke M. Rothenberger

 

 

Stated Meeting May 16, 2026

 From the Secretary:

There will be a stated meeting of the -East Central York Rite College No. 81 - Saturday May 16, 2026 beginning at 10 A.M. and held at the Villa Grove -Carmargo Masonic Lodge No. 885 in Villa Grove, Illinois. The Lodge is located just south of town off Rt. 130. A letter dated April 28th was mailed regarding this specific meeting to all members of record at their respective mailing addresses as shown per the most current College roster. Hoping you have received same.

This is our ANNUAL MEETING and one of the two fixed date meetings a year per our College bi-laws. There will be the election and appointment of officers for the ensuing College year, discussion of upcoming meetings, events, conferrals for the year and any other business that may come before us on that day. This is an important meeting for many reasons and sets the path for our year. Your valued help, participation and input is needed.

There will be a fellowship opportunity following the meeting for all attending at the -Tri-County Country Club - 6 South Henson Road-Villa Grove, Illinois. You will be able to order lunch from their mid-day menu. The location of Tri-County Country Club is in the south/south eastern part of town adjacent 'Henson Park'- about 2 miles or so from the Lodge building. Ample parking and good food.

This is your College and your membership, participation and your continued interest is valued. Please save the date to join us. We will look forward to seeing you on the 16th. Please share with College members if you see them as further reminder. We're doing good things at the 81 !

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Congratulations to new Companion Knights

 

Congratulations to Companion Knights Chad Richards and Dyke Rothenberger on receiving the Order Knight of York at last night's meeting of East Central York Rite College No. 81.  Welcome to the College, Brethren.

College will meet at Tuscola on Monday October 20, 2025.

  East Central York Rite College No. 81 will meet on Monday October 20, 2025, at the Masonic Temple at 105 1/2 N. Main, Tuscola, Illinois 61953.  The doors will open at 5:30 and the College will meet at 6:00.  There is to be at least one candidate for membership.

 

East Central York Rite College No. 81 makes a donation to Champaign Assembly No. 21 International Order of the Rainbow for Girls

 

East Central York Rite College 81 Preeminent Governor, Jeff Baine, visited Champaign Assembly No. 21 International Order of the Rainbow for Girls at their Tuesday, September 23, 2025, meeting.   Preeminent Companion Knight Baine presented a check, to the Assembly, on behalf of the College.  Accepting the donation were Alyssa S., Worthy Advisor of Champaign Assembly and Grand Representative to Connecticut and Massachusetts, Samantha L., Grand Fidelity, and Gail C., Grand Nature.  The donation was made possible by the recent York Rite College Challenge Coins for Masonic Youth Groups fundraiser and will help support local Rainbow programs.

 

East Central York Rite College No. 81 presents check to Lockard DeMolay

 

East Central York Rite College 81 Preeminent Governor, Jeff Baine, visited L.L. Lockard Chapter Order of DeMolay at their Sunday, September 14, 2025, meeting.   Preeminent Companion Knight Baine presented a check, on behalf of the College,  to Lockard Master Councilor, Xavier Hills.  The donation was made possible by the recent York Rite College Challenge Coins for Masonic Youth Groups fundraiser and will help support local DeMolay programs and travel to state events.

Order of the Purple Cross news at Raleigh, NC August 7-9, 2025

 At this year's General Assembly of the York Rite Sovereign College of North America, held in Raleigh, NC on August 7th to the 9th, Companion Knight Brian L. Pettice, Past Governor and current Sentinel of East Central College 81, received the Order of the Purple Cross.  The Grand Governor of Illinois, Sean P. McBride, also Past Governor of East Central College 81, announced that Companion Knight Michael J. Dooley, Past Governor and current Secretary of East Central College 81, was elected to receive the Order of the Purple Cross next year.  Congratulations to all.