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Posting Requests to Patti L Rhinesmith, RWG Secretary at
NJOESGC@optonline.net
GC Ofc 908-725-0222 or Gail Naia, RWG Treasurer, RWGTNJ@optonline.net ****************************************************** Do you need the services of a Notary? Patti Rhinesmith, RWG Secretary can help you with that. ************************************************************* Do you shop Amazon.com? Did you know that you can benefit the Eastern Star Charity Foundation when you do, at no additional cost? The next time you plan to shop on Amazon, simply log in as Smile.Amazon.Com. You can then designate the Eastern Star Charity Foundation as the charity you support. You use your existing Amazon account, there are no additional fees, and it's very easy to do! Please spread the word to family and friends, and any businesses who make purchases on Amazon - as long as they designate the Eastern Star Charity Foundation of NJ as the charity they support, the Charity Foundation will receive a small donation from most purchases. We appreciate the support! ******************************************************* MWGM, MWGP letter regarding Funeral Services: Most Worth Grand Matron's Letter on Funerals Release Form can be found in FORMS www.njoes.com/forms.html ****************************************************** August 27, 2020 letter from the MWGM & MWGP mwgm_ltr_5_covid19 8-27-20.pdf ****************************************************** The MWGM and MWGP along with Grand Chapter are inviting you to the Be Loyal to the Royal Bingo Next Date to be announced Tues, Sep 29, 2020. Please email our MWGM at njhines@comcast.net so she can email you your Bingo card and invite to the Bingo Party. There is no cost to participate. The MWGM & MWGP will be making a donation for each winner to the Quinn's Quest in support of Cystic Fibrosis. Winners can match the donations if they choose. There will also be some surprises during the games. Please join us for some fun and fellowship. You can make donations PAYABLE to Eastern Star Charity Fdn of NJ (in memo: _Quinn's Quest) and send your donations to: Kerry Milone-Clapp, 8 Allen Terr, Netcong, NJ 07857 **************************************************** The STAR JOURNAL September 2020 issue may be found under the Information Tab on NJOES home page. ********************************************************* The NJ EASTERN STAR HOME website is up & running. Please check it out. https://www.njeasternstarhome.com ********************************************************* |
| Receptions/GO Honor Nights/District Meetings | |
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| Upcoming Dates -- see Chapter & District Fundraisers below | |
| Oct 18, 2020 |
Believe in Dreams Club Reunion postponed to Oct 18, 2021 |
| Oct 25, 2020 |
This Moment in Time Club Last
Reunion postponed until Oct 24, 2021 |
| Nov 2020 |
Eastern Star Home Birthday
Celebration Canceled the Home will have something special for the residents & employees |
| Dec 6, 2020 |
The Spirit of Christmas Club
Reunion postponed until Dec 5, 2021 |
| Jul 1, 2020 |
See info & pictures for MWGM & MWGP Jewelry . Jewelry Info Jewery pictures |
| Health Announcements |
| Sep 16, 2020 | Wil
Parsels, PGP message from Joanne : Thank you for your prayers! I just spoke with Wil & he has just a little pain. BUT he is Cancer FREE! The surgery (on Sep 15) was about 12 hours due to the complication of where the tumor was. It was close to the wall of the Pancreas and very close to a blood vessel so as a precaution they had a vascular surgeon on standby. Fortunately that was a great decision as they needed him. Also his Gall Bladder that over the years has given him trouble had holes all over it and was filled with puss. I talked with the Surgeon about 9 last night, he had just finished up. He said it went well. He called me 8:15 this morning to tell me how good Wil was doing and that he was sure he would like to talk to me. I did and he sounds great. He is in ICU and will walk today but today is a day of rest. Thanks be to God. |
| Sorrow | |
| Sep 21, 2020 |
passing of Nancy J. (Torok)
Psyhojos, PGO Bordentown #257 a 50yr member. Formerly from Venus #153; GR of Kentucky 1976-78 |
| Sep 17, 2020 |
passing of Jeanne Faloona, PGO
Morning Star #22 GR of Louisiana 2006-08, a 53yr member details to follow, when available |
| Sep 6, 2020 |
passing of Thomas Passante, WP
Little Falls #224 and GR of NewYork Keep Kathy and son Thomas in your prayers. THOMAS J. PASSANTE, 68, of Little Falls died on Sept 6th, 2020. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Mr. Passante resided there where he proudly owned and operated his embroidery business, Sports Connection. Mr. Passante loved to do embroidery and screen printing when he moved to Little Falls, NJ and worked for Sign-o-Rama, and Akadema as well. Mr. Passante was a parishioner of the Little Falls United Methodist Church and was very active within the church community over his years. Coordinating praise services and movie nights/activities for kids and families to bring joy to people’s lives was something he loved to do. He was a member of Little Falls Lodge #154 and a member of Little Falls #224, OES. Tom was a lifelong NY Mets fan. Tom is survived by his wife, Kathy Flannagan, his son Thomas James Passante, his brother Alexander Passante, his sister Theresa McGlynn-Napoli, his aunt Theresa Amato and many other loving cousins, nephews, and nieces. Visitation will be held at the Little Falls United Methodist Church, 139 Main St., Little Falls on Wed, Sep 9th from 4-7pm followed by a funeral service at 7pm. Please follow social distancing protocols including wearing a mask or face covering. Memorial Contributions to the United Methodist Church of Little Falls would be appreciated. Bizub-Parker Funeral Home, 47 Main St., Little Falls is in charge of arrangements. OES and Masonic Services will be held at a later time. |
| Sep 3, 2020 |
passing of Bob Miskelly, Shekinah
#82 husband of Betty, PGO Keep Betty and family in your prayers and send cards. James Robert Miskelly, “Bob”, born to Louisa and Richmond Miskelly on Apr 22, 1929, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Wed, Sep 2, 2020. After graduation from Bridgeton High School in 1947, Bob joined the Air Force and served from 1947 to 1951, and attended University of Maryland where he achieved his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education. Bob began his teaching career at Wood School in Millville and became Principal of Culver School in Millville where he retired after 25 years of service. He was active in his community, serving as President of the former Y’s Men’s Club, Treasurer of the United Way and helped organize the Crop Walk. Bob was a 60 year member of the Shekinah Lodge # 58, Shriner’s International and Scottish Rite. He was also a 25 year member Shekinah #82, OES. He was a member of the American Legion Post 82 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Bob loved traveling and along with his wife Betty and their 3 children traveled to 49 of the 50 states, with Alaska being the only one missed. After their retirement, Bob and Betty traveled extensively in Europe and Asia. His favorite place was Disney World, and he visited every year since it’s opening. He was predeceased by his parents, Louisa and Richmond Miskelly, sister Ruth Hewatt and his beloved granddaughter Andrea Elyse Tepper. He is survived by his wife Betty of 52 years, daughter Kimberly Miskelly (Matt Fisher), son William Miskelly, daughter Heather Tepper (Ken Tepper) and three grandchildren, Brianna Mulvaney, Trinity and Robert Miskelly and niece Cynthia Hewatt Weston (Robert). Relatives and friends are invited to attend Bob’s viewing Tues, Sep 8, 7-9pm and Wed morning 10-11am at Barr Funeral home, 2014 East Main Str., Millville. A private service will be held at 11am and burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bob’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org, Bayada Hospice, or First United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund. |
| Good News | |
| February 2020 | Daria's Choices |
| 2019-2020 | Norma & Dan's Grand Representatives |
| 2018-2019 |
Lynn & Ken's Grand Representatives |
| Chapter & District Fundraisers | |
| Deadline Oct 9, 2020 |
Haddonfield #140 Annual Pecan Sale
+ Cashews 12oz Mammouth Pecan Halves - $12 12oz Roasted & Salted Cashews - $12 12oz Bag Chocolate Covered Pecans - $10 8oz Pecan Carmel Clusters - $8 8oz Bag Glazed Pecans - $9 You will be notified for Curb-side Pickup at Haddonfield Lodge. Orders & Money sent to Joanne Parsels, PGM Any questions, give Joanne a call. |
| Nov 4, 2020 | Haddonfield #140 Queen
Esther at Sight & Sound - $125 Leave 8am Yardley Commons Senior Cntr, 209 Laurel Rd, Voorhees. Show, Buffet Meal at Shady Maple, home approx 6:30pm. $20 deposit to Joanne Parsels. Balance due Sep 3, 2020. |
| Mar 10, 2021 |
Fairview #219
Queen Esther at Sight & Sound Any questions contact Joan Smith, PGM by phone or email. |
| Starlight Chapter Cookbook - "Our Favorite Recipes" Approx 350 recipes by OES members & friends. Hardcover, $15. Postage $7.25 for 1 or 2 books; $13.65 to mail 3-6 books. Payable to Starlight Chapter, mail to Barbara Repp, WDD #39 |
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| "Bethlehem Cooks" - $8 Cookbook of Old Favorites & New. Contact Lauretta Korejko, Secretary |
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| General Information | |