Celebration for Wbro. Rod Shirt. 50 Years in Freemasonry
Friends and family gathered together with his fellow masons to celebrate Rods 50 years in the Craft. As part of the celebration non masons both young and old were invited to witness the event in the Lodge room.The minutes of his initiation in 1976 were read out and the Assistant Provincial Grand Master,Dr Simon Archer then gave a fine speech about Rods contribution to Freemasonry. His son,David,who had flown from Japan, especially for the occasion, then spoke warmly about his family and the direction and assistance his father and mother had given him.
Rod was then escorted around the Lodge room to the strain of Annies song with everyone singing the words to the anthem for Sheffield United ( the chip butty song).
Aterwards liquid refreshment was taken and a fine meal was enjoyed at the Social Board at which toasts and speeches to the health of Rod were given.
Three of his former pupils then presented Elaine with flowers and Rod with some Ginger nuts to remind them of the first time they met.
The charity raffle raised over £500 .
Family and friends joining to celebrate his 50th.
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