2017-2018 Sickness/Distress

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~ One Flag, One Language, One Nation Under God !!

2017-2018
~ SICKNESS ~

*** THE MEMBERS OR MD-DE-DC ELKS PRAY FOR ALL THOSE WITH HEALTH ISSUES - THAT THEY MAY HAVE A SPEEDY RECOVERY SOON...

** 01/21/2018: With Sadness - See Update below (01/29/2018): Thoughts and Prayers are extended for a Speedy Recovery and a return to "Full Health" to our Brother SCOTT McKNIGHT, PER of FREDERICK, MD Lodge 684. Scott, our State Association Public Relations Chair, had surgery and is currently still hospitalized. Scott suffered a stroke post surgery... it was a very serious stroke, but Doctors believe that he will get better in time. Prayers for the McKnight Family are really needed now.

** 10/18/2017: Our Thoughts and Prayers are extended for a Speedy Recovery and a return to "Full Health" to our Brother JOHN LOFTUS, PDDDGER of OCEAN CITY, MD Lodge 2645. JOHN is currently in a fight for his life, as he is on Life Support to help in breathing. JOHN is in ICU @ Beebe Hospital in Lewes, DE fighting against severe Pancreatitis and gall stones. Doctors state that it is one of the worse cases they have ever seen and may have to be placed on Dialysis, additionally they may have to relieve pressure by opening the abdominal area.

Our thoughts and Prayers are with Eileen and family that they may remain strong to help John with this major health issue. Elk Family and many other friends are Praying for John!! God Bless!!!
................................above reported by Susan Caldwell, ER - OC #2645 - She will keep us updated on JOHN's condition.
*** UPDATE - 10/29/2017:
John is improving each day. The prayers are being answered! The doctors have discontinued the TPN and Trickle Charge Protein Foods by IV. Today, he graduated to ice chips, small amounts of jello and some water. He is receiving physical, occupational and speech therapy to help him get back his strength. His is still quite weak. Eileen said that "everyday is a blessing!! Thank you to all for your thoughts, love, support and prayers!!"
Please, continue to keep John, Eileen and their family in your prayers. There can never be too many prayers for John's speedy recovery and return back to health.

** 09/07/2017: Thoughts and Prayers are extended for a Speedy Recovery and a return to "Full Health" to our Brother KARL HOVEL, Sr., PER of Essex, MD Lodge 1866. Karl has been stricken with a severe infection through his body that has resulted in the amputation of his right arm. He remains in Rehabilitation Center located in Glen Burnie, MD.
~ 09/30/2017: Brother Karl Hovel, Sr. is now Home and recuperating...

~ 2017-2018 ~

~ DISTRESS ~

~ THE FAULTS OF OUR MEMBERS WE WRITE UPON THE SAND,
THEIR VIRTUES UPON THE TABLETS OF LOVE & MEMORY!

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~ You have heard the tolling of eleven strokes. This is to remind us that with Elks the hour of eleven has a tender significance. Wherever Elks may roam, whatever their lot in life may be, when this hour falls upon the dial of night the great heart of Elkdom swells and throbs. It is the golden hour of recollection, the homecoming of those who wander, the mystic roll call of those who will come no more. Living or dead, Elks are never forgotten, never forsaken. Morning and noon may pass them by, the light of day sink heedlessly in the West, but ere the shadows of midnight shall fall, the chimes of memory will be pealing forth the friendly message: “To Our Absent Members".

~ POSTED: 01/29/2018:
~ IT IS WITH A SAD & HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF MEMBER SCOTT McKNIGHT, PER, State Assoc. PR Chair - FREDERICK LODGE #684 on January 28. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY, AS WELL AS TO OUR ELK FAMILY.
...OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN Brother Scott McKnight, PER; REST in PEACE OUR BROTHER IN ELKDOM!!

~ POSTED: 10/29/2017:
~ IT IS WITH A SAD & HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF MEMBER & PAST STATE PRESIDENT LEVIN L. BARKER, Jr., PER / PDDGER / PSP - HAVRE DE GRACE LODGE #1564 on October 26. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY, AS WELL AS TO OUR ELK FAMILY.
...OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN Brother Levin L. Barker, Jr., PER/PSP; REST in PEACE OUR BROTHER IN ELKDOM!!

A "Celebration of Life" will be held in Palm Bay, Florida, in mid-November. In lieu of flowers, Rita requests donations in Levin's memory to the Elks National Foundation. Condolences to Rita and family should be addressed to: Mrs. Rita Barker, 1306 Valerius Street SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909-5501. Complete obituary can be found at www.afcfcare.com.
*** OBITUARY: http://www.afcfcare.com/obits/obituaries.php/obitID/962614

~ POSTED: 10/07/2017:
~ IT IS WITH HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF MEMBER WAYNE STANLEY, EXALTED RULER - CURRENTLY - 2017-2018 of DOVER, DE LODGE #1903 on September 30. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY, AS WELL AS TO OUR ELK FAMILY.
...OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN Brother Wayne Stanley, ER; REST in PEACE OUR BROTHER IN ELKDOM!!

~ Wayne Stanley, 67, of Dover, went home to be with the Lord on Friday September 30th, 2017 with his loving wife by his side. Born in Jersey City, and raised in Hoboken NJ, Wayne moved to Dover DE in 2003 to enjoy retirement with his wife after a 40-year carrier as a longshoreman and teamster retiring from the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. Wayne was a longtime member of Dover Elks Lodge # 1903 and was currently the Exalted Ruler. He dedicated his time and talents selflessly to the lodge and exemplified their motto "Elks Care - Elks Share". His presence as a volunteer could be seen in all aspects of the lodge. He will be sadly missed.

~ POSTED: 10/06/2017:
~ IT IS WITH HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF MEMBER RUSSELL C. DELOSIER, Jr, PER / PDDGER of Milford, DE LODGE #2401 on September 30. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY, AS WELL AS TO OUR ELK FAMILY.
...OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN Brother Russell C. Delosier, PER/PDDGER; REST in PEACE OUR BROTHER IN ELKDOM!!
~ RUSSELL C. DELOSIER:
MILFORD - Russell C. Delosier, Jr. MSG USAF Retired passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017 at the Delaware Hospice Center, Milford surrounded by his family and friends. Russell was born Dec. 20, 1929 in Baltimore, Md. the eldest son of the late Russell C. Sr. and Alice L. Delosier. He was raised and attended schools in Sunbury, Pa. Having enlisted in the United States Air Force on Nov. 4, 1947, he served his country proudly for 20 years before retiring in Nov. 1967.
Upon retirement, he was employed for many years by F. N. Webster & Co. of Milford and Rehoboth Beach. He is currently a member of the Masonic Lodge #86 of Wichita, Kan.; a Past Exalted Ruler of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks of Milford, Lodge # 2401 of which he held various offices at the National, State, and local levels.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 92 Reads Way, #205, New Castle, DE 19720. Letters of condolence may be sent and shared with the family at www.loflandandmcknatt.com.
Lofland Funeral Home - Milford --- 102 Lakeview Avenue , Milford, DE 19963 --- (302) 422-5416

~ POSTED: 08/28/2017:
~ IT IS WITH HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF MEMBER Robert Lewis Owens, PER of St.Mary's County, MD LODGE #2092 on August 24. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY, AS WELL AS TO OUR ELK FAMILY.
...OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN Brother Robert Lewis Owens, PER; REST in PEACE OUR BROTHER IN ELKDOM!!

~ POSTED: 08/03/2017:
~ IT IS WITH HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF MEMBER ERNIE BAHLER, PER of SEVERNA PARK, MD LODGE #2482. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY, AS WELL AS TO OUR ELK FAMILY.

...OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN Brother ERNIE; REST in PEACE OUR BROTHER IN ELKDOM!!

~ POSTED: 03/30/2017:
~ IT IS WITH HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF MEMBER PATRICIA LARKINS of LAUREL, MD LODGE #2283. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO HER SURVIVING HUSBAND OF 57 YEARS, GEORGE LARKINS, PDDGER, AND TO HER FAMILY, AS WELL AS TO OUR ELK FAMILY. OUR SISTER PAT WAS VERY MUCH AN INTRICATE PART OF MODERNIZING OUR STATE MAJOR PROJECT - ELKS CAMP BARRETT AND INVOLVED HEAVILY WITH OUR VETERANS PROGRAMS. SHE WILL SURELY BE MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN SISTER PAT; REST in PEACE OUR SISTER IN ELKDOM!!

~ POSTED: 01/29/2017:
~ IT IS WITH HEAVY HEART THAT WE POST THE PASSING OF EDWARD "PETE" PETERSON of OCEAN CITY, MD LODGE #2645. WE EXTEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO OUR ELK FAMILY, AND TO HIS FAMILY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN BROTHER PETE; REST in PEACE BROTHER!!

*** We have lost a loyal, dedicated Elk. He is in a better place and without pain, and at peace. Our hearts are hurting right now, but in time God will heal them.

" TO OUR ABSENT MEMBERS "