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2018
Happenings in the Month of May—Written by Carole Silva
May is the fifth month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian
Calendars and the third of seven months to have a length of 31 days.
May is a month of spring in the Northern Hemisphere and autumn in the
Southern Hemisphere.
Also associated to May:
It is a month full of beautiful flowers!
It’s May Day, the Maypole, and love for mothers!
Battle of Pueblo Day or Cinco de Mayo and Japanese Boys’ day.
What is Cinco de Mayo anyway and why do we celebrate it? It began when Mexico
couldn’t pay its debts, and diplomats from Spain, France & Britain formed a tripartite to negotiate
repayment of their debts. Spain & Britain, however, dropped out when France wanted to impose
very harsh demands to provoke a war. In 1861 the French attacked and the Battle of Pueblo began
on May 5, 1862. Mexico won, and that victory is celebrated as Cinco de Mayo. There is much
more to the story, winning/loosing a battle here and there, but Cinco de Mayo does not celebrate
Mexican independence, as that occurred on September 16, 1810.
On the same day in another part of the world, Tango no Sekku, or Japanese Boy’s Day, is a
National Holiday in Japan. The early beginnings are not known, but has been celebrated since the
6th Century A.D. In 1946 May 5th was declared a Japanese National Holiday and was called (not
to leave out the girls) Children’s Day. It is still celebrated as Tango no Sekku with celebrations of
Carp fish and Carp kites, armor, helmets, & warrior dolls. Koi no Takinobori (Carp’s climbing
waterfalls) means “succeeding vigorously in life.” Carp fish represent strength and are purchased
for the boys in the family. They eat rice cakes, wrapped in either bamboo or oak leaves, with
sweet beans and bathe with floating Iris leaves, Shoubu-yu herbs. Don’t forget mom on Mother’s
Day, celebrated on the second Sunday of May here, and on other dates, from February to May, in
other countries around the world.
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Messenger—May 2018—Page 2
Quotable
“The range of what we think and do is limited by what
we fail to notice. And because we fail to notice that we
fail to notice, there is little we can do to change until
we notice how failing to notice shapes our thoughts
and deeds.” - Daniel Goleman, 1985
Au Revoir, my Friend—Written by John Marshall, Director of Dining Services
I sadly recently lost a very good friend, Grant Miller, On
the eve of Saturday, April 14 who some of you might know as
‘Santa Grant’. Grant was a Past Master of Alameda lodge #167 in
Fremont and was instrumental in getting me into the craft,
preparing me expertly for my degree progression.
We both had a passion for sailing and I crewed many times
on his yacht, racing in and outside of the bay where we
successfully won many races, in general having a great time. The
last time I spoke to him was on Tuesday, April 10, telling him that
I’d stopped by his boat in Alameda. I said I’d be sitting on his
boat and drinking his beer, and asked if there was anything he’d
like me to do? He just said, “Have another beer and enjoy!”
Grant often came up to the Masonic Home in Union City for lunch. He really liked his
food. This past year, he brought up kegs of beer for our Oktoberfest Month, chatting with many
residents as we all sampled the beverages. There is a picture in my office on the wall of him in
full Santa regalia. For those that would like to reminisce about him, drop by anytime and we can
share a yarn or two.
My buddy Grant, was a super nice guy, never had anything bad to say about anyone. He
will be missed. He left behind his beautiful wife, Barbara, son, Christian and daughter, Hanna.
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Sad, but True—Submitted by Ola Afolabi Some people get close enough to you, just to find something
Bad about you to broadcast to the world
Some people are quiet when you’re succeeding
But quick to point out your failures.
Sad but true!
Hating those who hate you makes them
Your leaders, since you’re following their footsteps.
Rather than react to a negative situation,
Respond to your revelation.
Sad but true!
Believe the best
Even when you’re going through the worst.
They hurt you
Don’t hold it against them.
Hold them up in prayer.
Sad but true!
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Messenger—May 2018—Page 3
The Chaplain’s Corner By Chaplain Joel Ingram
“In praise of Spring”
Continues on page 4
This month, I added my voice to the countless voices
reflecting on the beauty and the implications of Springtime.
I have always loved Spring. While living in
Southwest Michigan it was a wonderful but messy time. As
the snow drifts gave way to warmer weather, Spring was
always a muddy affair at the start. But given time, the
daffodils and the smell of freshly mowed grass would soon
dominate as warmer weather took hold. While the amazing
fruit of that locale was still months away, it was always a
happy time because blue skies and puffy clouds just gave
the space an airy optimism that was contagious.
Here in northern California, Spring is a beautiful time as well. The winter rains, should
they have fallen, encourage the lovely rounded hills to be green with envy (or perhaps pride)
and the usual blue, but cloudless skies provide a contrast that makes the scene rather idyllic.
As many have observed, the change of Winter to Spring is a fitting illustration of so much
that happens in our lives since we are ever facing endings and beginnings. Now, there may be
a hearty Norwegian or Swede among us who bid cold winters a sad farewell and
begrudgingly accept the arrival of spoilsport Spring, but for most I guess winter is a hasty
“see you later” and Spring is the “never too soon”. In life, however, many factors complicate
our feelings about hellos and goodbyes don’t they? It’s not so simple in life lived.
Sometimes we are eager to end one aspect of life; maybe some weight we want to part
with, a job we no longer enjoy, a worry we’ve carried for some time, but other times that
“thing” that is giving way to something else is hard to part with; a friendship gone sour, the
loss of a spouse, a job we still enjoy. And of course, the same holds true for that “new thing”
headed our way. We may be dreading the change in front of us or eager for the change that
lies just ahead.
Due to limited space, I’d just like to encourage one perspective on our goodbyes and
hellos be they desirable or distained. Whatever your goodbye, whatever your hello, I believe
either can be improved by examination. One might avoid going to the dentist because they
know it will be painful. Another might be so excited by a bowl of ice cream they don’t think
about the calories. But whether avoiding a bad thing or rushed for a good thing, a mindless
transition often robs us of something.
Pause and reflection may provide us many things—thankfulness for what was before
or for what lies ahead, appreciation for the people who have made this or that possible/better/
less lonely, an opportunity to see where things went wrong and take up the new with better
planning or insight, a chance to be reminded and accepting of the variability and finitude of
life and all its trappings, a place to reaffirm values and goals, a place to put “this change” into
a meaningful context. Mindful transitions may provide us such things and so much more.
Messenger—May 2018—Page 4
Something my mother did that I continued to do for my Children…
Chaplain... Whatever place you find yourself this Spring – saying a sad farewell or an eager hello,
I hope you will pause for a spell, and find within that space wisdom, healing and grace.
Wishing you a wonderful month ahead… Chaplain Joel
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Being a Mother... Compiled by Janet Castro, Recreation Leader
What is the
Hardest Part of
being a Mother…
I don’t remember it being hard at all. She was a darling baby
- Elaine Wicker
I have only one child. The hard part was being fair with other
children, not showing partiality – Dorothy Shaffer
Was there an easy way? When a child is sick - Mary
Shannon Teach them to do right. My son always begged for things. He
wanted a BB gun and we finally got him one. He ended up
shooting a sparrow. He felt so bad and told me he didn’t
mean to. He then wanted me to get it out with my paring
knife. I had to teach him about consequences of his actions –
June Barker Biggs
Continued from page 3
What do you Love about being a Mother…
Seeing them grow up - Betty Barton
Its part of life - Eloise Endrigo
Every year is a beautiful year - Elaine Wicker
Being close to your kid - Dorothy Shaffer
I enjoy every bit of it - Mary Shannon
The good times we have together. I enjoy it now when my kids will ask;
“Do you remember when?” - Lorraine Bode
When we would do something and share experiences like sleighing, and
having meals together - June Barker Biggs
Be with them in all situations - Betty Barton
Sew, I would make some clothes like my mom did for me, as
well as going to Church and the movies—Elaine Wicker
My grandmother would do and I continued to do with my
family is making homemade noodles on Good Friday -
Lorraine Bode Reading to my children. My mother would read “Gone with
the Wind” to us when I was younger. My children would
then read to their children. I lived like my parents taught me.
– June Barker Biggs
Happy
Mother’s
Day
Messenger—May 2018—Page 5 Continues on page 13
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Power 9: Downshift—Written by Joseph Pritchard, Health Services Administrator
Downshift is just the “Blue Zone” way of saying reduce
stress. A common feature in seniors who regularly live to 100 is
that they have found ways to avoid or reduce stress. Whether it is
through meditation, exercise, spending time with family, going
outdoors, laughing, or just taking the time to breathe, any strategy
to help reduce stress plays a key role in keeping you healthy.
What does stress do to the body? I have spent a lot of
time studying the effects of stress, but for this article I am going
to turn to a small little University that you might have heard of…
Harvard. They should know what they are talking about, right? In
one of their articles, this is how they explain the effect of stress on
the body: “When the brain senses danger or a need to fight, it
sounds the alarm for action: it tells the muscles to tighten and
signals the adrenal glands to release stress hormones—such as
adrenaline and cortisol.
Messenger—May 2018—Page 6
Old age ain’t no place for Sissies—Submitted by Zelma Campbell
I have everything now that I had twenty years ago
Except now it’s all lower.
I was hoping to be on easy street by now,
But missed the off-ramp years ago.
Old age isn’t so bad
When you consider the alternative.
A diplomat is a man who
Remembers his wife’s birthday
But never remembers her age.
There are only two things
A child will share willingly – communicable diseases
And his mother’s age.
Fun is like insurance;
The older you get, the more it costs.
So much has been said and sung of the beautiful young girls.
Why doesn’t somebody wake up to the beauty of old Women? *********************************************
fannye’s funnye’s—You can’t use numbers here
A Cajun man wants a job, but the foreman won’t hire him until he passes a little math
test. “Here is your first question, the foreman said. “Without using numbers, represent the
number 9.” “Without numbers?” The Cajun says, “Dat’s easy.” And proceeds to draw three
trees. “What’s this?” the boss asks. “Ave you got no brain? Tree and tree and tree make nine,”
says the Cajun. “Fair enough,” says the boss. “Here’s your second question. Use the same
rules, but this time the number is 99.” The Cajun stares into space for a while, then picks up the
picture that he had just drawn and makes a smudge on each tree; “Ere you go.” The boss
scratches his head and says, “How on earth do you get to that? “Each of da tree’s dirty now.
So, it’s dirty tree, and dirty tree, and dirty tree. Dat is 99.
The boss is getting worried that he’s going to actually
have to hire this Cajun, so he says, “Alright, last question,
same rules again, but represent the number 100.” The Cajun
stares into space some more, then he picks up the picture
again and makes a little mark at the base of each tree and
says, “Ere you go. One hundred.”The boss looks at the
attempt. “You must be nuts if you think that represents a
hundred!’ The Cajun leans forward and points to the marks at
the base of each tree and says, “A little dog come along and
poop by each tree and a turd, and dirty tree and a turd, dirty tree and a turd, and dirty tree and
a turd, which make one hundred.” The Cajun is now the Supervisor!
Messenger—May 2018—Page 7
April Guess Who Answer:
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If you thought Anthony Tancredi, you
were right!
Do you know
who this pretty
high school
graduate is?
WE WANT YOU TO SUBMIT YOUR CHILI RECIPE!
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States
to remember those who died while serving in the country’s
armed forces.
From 1868 to 1970, Memorial Day was held on May 30,
but since 1970, it has been observed on the last Monday of
May. The Masonic Home and Acacia Creek will be celebrating
Memorial Day on Wednesday, May 30 with a fabulous
barbecue lunch and chili cook-off. We will also be showing our
appreciation to first responders from the Union City Police
Department and the Alameda County Fire Department.
We need you, the residents, to participate
in the chili cook-off by providing dietary with
your favorite chili recipes. The members of the
UCPD and ACFD will be the judges and best
chili bragging rights could be yours!
Don’t be shy. We know you have a
secret recipe somewhere! Bring on the heat, the
sweet, the red bean, and the black bean! Please
submit your recipes to Jennifer MacRae by
Friday, May 11 to be included in the cook-off.
Be sure to mark your calendars, dust off your recipes, and join the residents in an afternoon
of celebration and appreciation!
Memorial Day & Chili Cook-Off— Written by Kim Hegg, Community Relation
& Event Manager Leader
Messenger—May 2018—Page 8
April Candlelight Dinner-George Wilkerson
Messenger—May 2018—Page 9
Be an Active Senior—Written by Recreation Team Being physically active is important for your
health. Seniors who are physically active are less
likely to develop some chronic diseases than
seniors who are inactive. Physical activity is any
form of exercise or movement of the body that uses
energy. Seniors of any age can benefit from
physical active lifestyle.
Start activities slowly and build it up over
time: If you are just starting physical activity,
build it up slowly. This will prevent injury. After
A few weeks, increase how often and how long you are active. Being a part of a Walking
Group is a good start.
Starting Tuesday, June 5, at 8:30 a.m., we will have a Walking Group that will meet at
the South Mall. The Group will explore the regional parks around the bay area starting from
Coyote Hills, Lake Elizabeth, San Leandro Marina or even going to San Francisco Marina and
will be back around 10:30am. The Walking Group will meet every Tuesday in June.
Get your heart pumping: On Friday, May 4, at 2:00 p.m., we would like to invite
you to an Open Play Ping-Pong. All are welcome to play from beginners to expert. The
Open Play Ping Pong is scheduled every Friday in May at 2:00 p.m. in the Game Room
located at the South Mall.
Be active your way: Mix it up your way. The Grider Gym has a lot of programs and
activities that may fit into your life style.
Use the buddy system: Activities with friends or family are more enjoyable than
doing them alone. Join the Walking Groups, or attend fitness classes at the Grider Gym. Let’s
all build a support network. Your buddies will encourage you to keep being active.
Have fun: Physical activity shouldn’t be a
chore. It can help you feel better about yourself and the
way you live your life. Choose activities that you enjoy
and that fit your lifestyle.
Messenger—May 2018—Page 10
Ken Bentley—Volunteer
Spring has sprung!—Written by Jennifer MacRe
Look who has been busy in the garden! John Marshall is prepping his crops, and always
accepting volunteers. Stop by his office, or catch him in the dining room if you are interested in
helping out!
The Guardians of America’s Shores—Submitted by Anthony Tancredi *******************************************************
This title deals with an aspect of the American
military that has been long forgotten, the sea coast defenses
of the United States. This system began in the early 1600s
and continued until the 1950s. In the beginning, the guns
and the projectiles they fired, were of cast iron and were
fired from coastal fortifications of brick and mortar. In the
late 19th century, with the advent of steel breach-loading
guns, a whole new era came upon the scene. The largest
Sea-coast defense ordinance was used by the U. S. Army. A notable example was the model 1919
gun whose monster-sized barrel had a bore of 16”. The barrel and breach of this gun weighed
approximately 200 tons and when combined with its carriage, weighed approximately 500 tons.
These guns could hurl a 2400 pound projectile up to 30 miles out to sea.
In 1922, the Washington Naval Conference resulted in an agreement signed by the United
States, Great Britain, Japan, France & Italy to limit the world’s use of naval sea power. As a result,
the U. S. Navy found itself in possession of a number of these sixteen inch guns which were
originally intended for use on battle cruisers and battleships that never were built. The end result
was that these guns were mounted on U. S. Army Carriages and were placed in the key defense
points of San Francisco, San Diego, the Panama Canal, and at other locations along the U. S.
eastern seaboard. These huge and powerful weapons were never challenged by America’s foes. The
era of the sea-coast defense guns ended in the 1950s, when missiles and airplanes took their place.
There is, however, one of those sixteen inch seacoast defense guns left at the U. S. Army Proving
Ground, Aberdeen, Maryland.
In closing, may the Great Creator of the Universe continue to guide and protect the
wonderful men and women in the U. S. Armed Forces; a vanguard who daily faces the Grim Reaper
in order to ward off the foes of the American way of life, and may the Good Lord guide the hearts
and minds of our leaders, so that mothers and fathers do not have to receive the folds of honor.
Messenger—May 2018—Page 11
-Written by Chris Gershtein, Director of Quality Management
Since the last update, there have been nine Blue Box
Cards submitted to me as of April 13, 2018. There were three compliments! One was for the
driver, Ernani Baustista, who has been very considerate and helpful. One was for David Bible
and his staff for the wonderful Saint Patrick’s Day party, and one was for Administration for
increasing the staffing of the Front Desk. The compliments were sent to the appropriate
departments/managers so that they can be shared with the staff in those areas. The recreation
staff reported back to me that they truly appreciate the kind words!
There were six concerns (some with associated suggestions). Here are the highlights of how
they have been addressed:
1. There was a concern about the “News and Views” board being inappropriate and
embarrassing. As I said at the Town Hall, there are rules for the board. There cannot be
any personal attacks and insults posted. Each item must be time limited and attributable to
the poster. Hopefully these rules allow the board to be used appropriately for free speech
respectfully.
2. There was a concern about the stands we had for putting the signs up when the elevators
are out of order. Facilities staff is looking into where they have gone.
3. There was a concern about the door on the third floor bridge opening and closing
frequently in the rain. The door is functioning properly. The sensor is sensing movement
due to the rain. The Facilities department is looking into options that will alleviate some of
the extra door activity.
4. There was a concern voiced about shower mats not having an adhesive on them so that
they don’t help with slipping as well as they should. Please contact Housekeeping if you
have concerns about your shower mat.
5. There was a concern about Uber being chosen over a local taxi company for our medical
transport needs. This concern was sent to the Executive team so that they can address the
question.
6. There was a concern about busses being parked in fire lanes and visitor parking outside of
Adams. Tiana Bueno will be addressing this issue with the drivers. Our parking policies
strictly forbid parking in fire lanes. If you notice vehicles parked in one, please contact the
Front Desk so that they can contact the drivers and get the vehicles moved. Thank you!
Thank you very much for continuing to use this communication tool. Please keep the cards
coming. But also please remember that the fastest way to get a response is to speak directly to
the manager/director of the department associated with an issue. They would love to hear from
you. Thanks again!
********************************************************** Safety Corner
A monthly reminder from the MH Safety Committee: Leaks
For leaks, backups, or other emergency plumbing issues; please, call
the Front Desk to report this right away. Calling the Front Desk is the fastest
way to get in contact with Facility Services for emergencies such as leaks.
They will contact a technician who will make this a priority work order. Not
reporting leaks right away could cause personal items to be damaged,
additional expenses for repairs, and actual structural damage to the property.
Messenger—May 2018—Page 12
I was born in Santa Clara county in
1978 and moved to South Lake Tahoe in
1985. I stayed in Tahoe for 27 more years
until my wife and I moved back to the Bay
Area in 2012. That was the year that I
started working at the Masonic Homes of
California in Union City.
My wife’s grandfather, Gus
Anastole, “bribed” the then Director of
Facility Services, Jim Mastro with pies his
sister had made to hire me!
After 6 years of service, I am still
loving it every day that I get to spend here
with the residents and my co-workers.
- Mike McComas
“Edward Silva, or Eddie as we call him, is a
relatively new employee in a small department.
He was initially hired to work with residents in
the Compass Club and make sure we offer them
the support they need. He excelled in that job.
Eddie made strong bonds with many of the
residents, which helped them engage and enjoy
the many programs and events we have in the
Compass Club.
However, Eddie has brought so much
more to the Home. He is positive and caring. He
can turn a bad day into a good one with a
sincere “How are you doing?”, contagious
laugh, or supportive shoulder. He offers that
support to residents and staff alike. Eddie was
nominated and chosen as one of the Employees
of the Quarter not just based upon one good
deed, but upon his habit of always bringing
compassion and fun to everything we do here.
He provides safety with a smile, personal
connection with integrity, entertaining
experiences, and efficiency with a twist of joy.
Congratulations, Eddie! Thank you for being a
truly amazing person.” - Written by Joseph
Pritchard
Meet the Employees of the Quarter
Messenger—May 2018—Page 13
Continued from page 5 Power 9...
Wedding Bells rang for the Resident Shopper!
Derek and I met 3
years ago. We got
married at the San
Francisco Civil Court on
March 27, 2018. We
went to a local restaurant
to celebrate our union
with family and friends
and on March 28,
decided to go to a local
bar for some quick dance
moves. He is my
inspiration and is always
making me smile. I am
happy to relinquish my
last name, Penaranda, to
proudly take up, Mrs.
Milena Wilson.
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Those hormones make you breathe faster, getting more oxygen to your muscles, and
they trigger the release of sugar and fat into the blood, giving your cells more energy. To
accommodate these needs, your heart beats faster and your blood pressure goes up. These
physical changes are all part of the stress response, which is helpful if you need to jump
out of the way of danger. Once the brain senses safety, body function returns to normal.
This routine isn't harmful if it occurs once in a while. But if you put your body
through those paces frequently, or even constantly, you may suffer a cascade of dangerous
and sometimes lasting effects such as high blood pressure, a weakened immune system,
anxiety, depression, insomnia, heartburn, indigestion, and an increased risk for heart
disease.”
That second paragraph is what concerns me the most. Chronic stress is not just
dangerous, it is deadly. Here at the Masonic Home, we offer various ways to relax. Take a
stroll outside if the weather is nice, or if it isn’t, go up to the 4th floor of North and enjoy
the view. Stop by the Meditation Chapel or Grider Gym. Spend some time in the Main
Dining Room talking to your neighbors or staff. Find something that helps you combat
some of the stressful situations in life. Most importantly, please remember that you don’t
have to do this on your own. Sometimes stress can be too much to bear, and that is where
staff can help support and guide you. We are here for you and because of you.
So, I suggest we all take the time to downshift from time to time. Tell stress to take a hike!
Messenger—May 2018—Page 14
For
ARTS & CRAFTS
PROGRAMMING
Consult your
RECREATION EVENT
CALENDAR.
Monthly
Tuesday, May 1
9:30 a.m.-Low Vision Support Group—2nd Adams
Living Room (happens 1st Tuesday of each month
unless otherwise stated).
1:45 p.m.—Move for Wellness starting Line Party /
Front Steps
Thursday, May 3
3:00 p.m.— Recreation Planning Meeting—2nd
Adams Living Room
Monday, May 7
9:00 a.m. Tour Guide - Host & Hostess Meeting /
2nd Adams Crafts Room
1:30 p.m. Open Forum—Guest Speaker, Kim Hegg,
Community Relations & Event Manager / 2nd
Adams Living Room
Wednesday, May 16
9:00 a.m. — Chapel Committee — Meditation
Chapel
10:00 a.m.—Resident Food Advisory Committee—
2nd Adams Living Room
2:30 p.m.—Welcoming Committee — 3rd
Wollenberg Conference Room
Monday, May 21
1:30 p.m. Open Forum - Alan Davies, IT Director /
2nd Adams Living Room
Monday, May 28
3:00 p.m. — Special Friends — Guest Speaker is
Chaplain Christina Voissem, / 2nd Adams Living
Room
Wednesday, May 30
2:00 p.m.— Resident Council—Auditorium
2:30 p.m.—Town Hall Meeting—Auditorium
FYI The official “Lost and Found” for the
Home is located at the Front Desk in
the Head building. If you’ve lost
something— check there first. If you’ve
found something—take it there first. If
you have further questions, you can find
the answers at . . . Front Desk. Please
report losses as soon as possible.
“GUESS WHO”
Residents, if you have a photo of yourself when
you were younger and you are willing to share,
please bring it to Ola Afolabi at the front desk.
The Messenger Mailing List
If you would like the Messenger Newsletter
mailed to a family member every month, without
postage charge to you, please see Ola Afolabi to
sign you up.
Weekly or Semi-Weekly
Sunday Worship
Sundays, 10:00 a.m., Siminoff
Ceramics Group Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
2nd Adams, Ceramics Room
Bible Study Mondays, 10:30 a.m., 4th Lorber
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Meditation Chapel
Women’s Forum
1st & 3rd Mondays, 1:30 p.m.
2nd Adams, Living Room
Choir Practice
Sundays, 9:00 a.m., Siminoff Chapel
Wednesday, 3:10 p.m., Siminoff Chapel
Song & Prayer Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., 3rd Lorber
Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., 4th Lorber
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m., Traditions
Messenger—May 2018—Page 15
Residents Ann. Date Years
Bob & Kat Miller 5/3 20
Peter Jackson & Debbie Brown 5/6 23
Carl & Louene Christenson 5/14 69
Byron & Beatriz Corley 5/16 37
Ed & Janet Auguadro 5/20 11
Larry & Donna Sadler 5/20 7
Resident Birthdays
Hilde Schafer
Earl Purington
5/1
Tricia Dahle 5/2
Betty Ashfield
Kat Miller
5/3
Anthony Tancredi 5/4
Jerry Cook 5/7
Jackie McClellan
Debbie Brown
5/8
Martha Trudell 5/12
Kjell Bomark-Noel 5/13
Joan Fagan 5/14
Juli Franceschini 5/15
Roy Anderson 5/18
Marjorie Ammons
Marie Valdisera
5/21
Dorothy Shaffer (103)
Emma Lou Akin
Valerie Roberts
Linda Peck
5/22
Barbara Brown 5/23
Sally Hartley 5/24
Lorraine Bode 5/25
Georgia Brown 5/27
Marla Cummings 5/31
In Memoriam
Resident Anniversaries
Casta Crawford
April 3, 2018
Sponsoring Lodge: Hartley
#199
Katherine Morrell
April 4, 2018
Sponsoring Lodge: Pleasanton
#321
Norwood Simms
April 8, 2018
Sponsoring Lodge: Confidence
#110
Table of Contents — May 2018
Happenings……………..….....………....…..…. 1
Au Revoir/Sad but True/Quotable…....…..….….2
Chaplain’s Corner………………………………3
Chaplain Cont/Being a Mother……….....…..….4
Mother’s Day Word/Power 9…...…..…………..5
Old Age/fannye funnye’s….....………..…....…..6
Guess Who/Memorial Day/Chili……....…....….7
Previous Month’s Activities………….…………8
Be an Active Senior…………….…........…........9
Spring /Guardians………….………. …………10
Blue Box/Safety Corner…….…………………11
Meet the Employees of the Quarter…......…….12
Wedding Bells/Power 9 Cont…..………..…….13
Meetings……………………………………….14
Birthdays, Anniversaries, In Memoriam….…...15
You’re Lookin’ At It…………………….…….16
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communication and entertainment for the residents
and staff of the Masonic Home at Union City with a
focus on sharing information about residents, Home
activities, and items of interest to the “Masonic
Family.”
Proofreaders: Residents: Fannye Lower, Barbara
Dippel, Marion Papay, Bob & Peggy McCain, Richard &
Marla Cummings
Distribution: Residents: Earl & Sheri Purington
Photography: George Wilkerson, Recreation
Department Staff and Friends
Editor: Ola Afolabi
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