8th Masonic District Celebrates Membership & Charity

On Sept. 9, Brother John P. Sellani, Sr., District Deputy Grand Master for the 8th Masonic District, presented the 75-year Diamond Jubilee Award to Brother and Dr. William D. Cribbs, Acacia Lodge No. 355, Blairsville, who celebrated his 97th birthday on Sept. 18. Additionally, Lodge No. 9, Warminster, presented a custom-built pavilion and furniture to the residents and staff of the Masonic Village at Warminster. Over the years, Lodge No. 9 has provided over $500,000 in improvements to the village for the residents’ comfort and enjoyment.

More than 40 guests attended the dual celebration, including R.W. Deputy Grand Master Robert D. Brink, Masonic Villages’ CEO William L. Kingsbury, Past District Deputy Grand Masters and members of the 8th Masonic District, as well as Masonic Village residents, staff and family members.

“We are beyond grateful for the wonderful afternoon we all shared, and to be witnesses to Dr. Cribbs’ special moment was a true honor. It was a terrific day!” said Kelly Shrum, Executive Director of Masonic Village at Warminster. “Masonic Village residents and staff are incredibly grateful for all of the generosity bestowed upon us, specifically by Lodge 9, as well as the entire fraternity.”