The Passing of Sir Knight Jim Peters, PC, KYCH

We regret to inform you of the passing of Brother, Companion, and Sir Knight, Jim Peters. Jim will never be forgotten by all those who knew and loved him. We were privileged to count Jim as part of our family. Our hearts go out to Jayne.

His obituary is as follows:

James Lewis Peters, age 93, of Alma passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Masonic Pathways. He was born June 27, 1931, in Gordonville, Missouri the son of Willie and Edna (Lewis) Peters. He married Betty Leevy, a blessed union of many years, until her passing in 2002. He later married M. Jayne Williams.

James proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, stationed in Germany. After his honorable discharge he earned his degree as a Speech Therapist and worked for several area Washtenaw County schools. He was a 65-year member of the Masonic Lodge and enjoyed hunting.

James is survived by his wife, Jayne Peters of Alma; his son, Lee (Sue) Peters of Simsbury, CT; three grandchildren, Zachary, Allyson, Leah; two great-grandchildren, Stella, Cove; two stepsons, Butch (Cindy) Ewing, Thomas (Anna) Ewing; and a brother, Walter (Linda) Peters.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty; his parents and seven siblings.

Cremation has taken place with a celebration of life to be held on Sunday, October 27th at 2 pm at Doig Chapel, Masonic Pathways. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Shriner's Children Hospital or Masonic Eye Foundation.  

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux-Moody-Wolfel Funeral Home, Alma.

You can find more information at: https://www.luxfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/James-Lewis-Peters?obId=33283027

Newly Cast Eminent Commander's Jewel

Our Eminent Commander, Charles "Woody" Woodrum was presented with our newly cast Eminent Commander's Jewel today at the 168th Annual Conclave of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Michigan. After over a century and a half of use, Ann Arbor Commandery No. 13, KT has decided to retire our original jewel, and had The Masters Craft produce this replica out of the same material as the original, solid silver.

The original will be put on display in a shadowbox for all to see.

New Commandery Jewels

The new Commandery Jewel for Ann Arbor Commandery No. 13, Knights Templar has arrived. The team at The Masters Craft have outdone themselves. A more detailed post on this jewel and the history of its design is forthcoming. In the meantime, if you are a member of Ann Arbor Commandery and did not receive a Commandery Jewel at your knighting or a following meeting please reach out to our Recorder to receive one.

Fourth Knights Templar Educational Foundation Scholarship Presented to Ms. Katherine Ellis of Ann Arbor

Following the Installation of Officers of Ann Arbor Commandery, our incoming, and outgoing Eminent Commanders along with the Recorder of Arbor Commandery had the honor of presenting another Knights Templar Educational Foundation scholarship grant check to Ms. Katherine Ellis of Ann Arbor. Ms. Ellis is a Senior at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering where she is majoring in Chemical Engineering. This is the 4th scholarship Ms. Ellis has received from the Knights Templar Educational Foundation, and we’re proud to have supported her through her undergraduate career at the University of Michigan. In addition to the scholarship, Ms. Ellis was presented with an Ann Arbor Commandery commemorative coin.

2024 Ann Arbor Commandery Installation of Officers

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Officers of Ann Arbor Commandery No. 13, and our newest Eminent Commandery, Charles “Woody” Woodrum.

Eminent Commander: Charles “Woody” Woodrum, PC

Generalissimo: Nudal Zakhim

Captain General: Corey F. G. L. Curtiss, PC, KYGCH

Recorder / Treasurer: Arthur W. Davidge, KCT, HPC

Senior Warden: Michael Moore

Junior Warden: Dakota Legge

Prelate: Brandon B. Mullins, PC, OC, KYCH

Standard Bearer: William Green

Sword Bearer: -

Warder: Benjamin Flagg

Sentinel: John Kilbourne, PC

2024 Washtenaw Chapter Installation of Officers

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Officers of Washtenaw Chapter No. 6, RAM, and our newest Excellent High Priest, Jonathan Worthy.

Excellent High Priest: Jonathan Worthy

King: Rob Moore, PHP

Scribe: William Green, PHP

Secretary / Treasurer: Arthur Davidge, HPHP

Chaplain: Carl Rufus, PHP, OPC, KYCH

Captain of the Host: Nudal Zakhim

Principal Sojourner: Michael Moore

Royal Arch Captain: Dakota Legge

3rd Veil: Don Wilson

2nd Veil: Mark Bomgardner

1st Veil: James Emerick

Sentinel: John Kilbourne, PHP

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