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He was active in the International Order of Rainbow for Girls during the time his daughters were
involved in this young women's organization. He served as Rainbow Dad on several occasions,
was on the Adult Advisory Board for six years, and Chairman of that Board for three years. In
recognition of his dedicated service, he is a recipient of the Rainbow Grand Cross of Color.

Other Masonic organizations in which he is active are Nile Temple of the Shrine, Royal Order of
Scotland, Angora Grotto, Order of Eastern Star, Walter F. Meier Lodge of Research No. 281, and
Seattle Valley of Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. He was designated 32°
Knight Commander Court of Honor in Scottish Rite, receiving this distinction in 2001 during the
celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry,
Southern Jurisdiction. He is also a member of the National Sojourners and Heroes of '76.

Our Past Grand Master has always been a true student of Freemasonry. He has consistently lived
by our philosophy and worked hard to promote the principles and tenets in his daily life and to
others. His years of skill and experience, and his calm and steady demeanor proved most helpful
to each Grand Master he served. He has always been there to offer his assistance and expertise
when needed, and will be long remembered as a faithful worker and leader in the quarries of
Freemasonry.