Masonic Rites Service for Brother Charlie Mott on 02/03/2026
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Brother,Visitation for Brother Charlie Mott will be Thursday February 5th at Starks of Saint Joseph from 4-6pm.We will be having a Masonic Rites Service immediately after visitation at 6pm.Please arrive by 5:45Charley's ObituaryCharley Dean Mott, 88, of Benton Harbor, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at home, surrounded by his family. He was born August 7, 1937 in Jefferson City, MO to the late Herman and the late Stella (Raymond) Mott. The family will receive guests from 4pm until 6pm, Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd., Saint Joseph. Memorial contributions may be given to Shriners Children’s, www.donate.shrinerschildrens.org. Those wishing to leave an online condolence for the family may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. He is survived by his wife, Winona Faye (Jackson) Mott; his son, Jeff (Cindy) Mott; his grandchildren, Travis Mott, and Karlee Mott; his siblings, Lee Mott, and Polly Rankin; and many special nieces and nephews. Charley is preceded in death by four brothers, Clarence, Roy, Edward, and Carl Mott; four sisters, Mildred Clemens, Dessie Kennedy, Bonnie Hays, and Virginia Mott; and his parents. Charley was well known in the community for his music. He was the lead for Charley Mott & the Jokers for over 50 years. Playing with numerous band members, including best friend and drummer, Billy Wells, and brother, Clarence Mott. During Charley’s time with the band, he had the opportunity to play with many great entertainers and tour the country. Charley was also a Mason and lifelong member of Lake Shore Lodge No. 298. Throughout his life, Charley enjoyed simple pleasures – spending time with his children, grandchildren, and his extended family and friends. He was a pillar of strength for his family and will be deeply missed. As we say goodbye, we celebrate a talented musician with a life well lived. |
Lake Shore No. 298 Passing of a Brother on 02/02/2026
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Brother, It is with a heavy heart that I must report that Brother Charlie Mott laid up his working tools Sunday February 1st to be with the Grand Architect of the Universe. I will keep you informed when I get further information. Fraternally, Jeff |
Lake Shore No.298 Canceled tonight due to inclement weather on 01/26/2026
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Brother, Lake Shore No. 298 will not be meeting this evening due to inclement weather. We are still planning on meeting next Monday February 2 for our Regular Communication. Please be safe out there. Fraternally, Jeff |
Masonic Rites Service For Jerry Hunt has been canceled due to intermittent weather on 01/21/2026
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Masonic Rites service canceled for Brother Jerry Hunt due to inclement weather |
Brother Jerry Hunt's Masonic Rites Service January 24th @ 11:30 on 01/19/2026
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Stevensville United Methodist Church, 5506 Ridge Rd., Stevensville with Rev. Elise Low-Edwardson officiating. Friends may visit with the family beginning at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, Masonic Rites will be conducted by St. Joseph Masonic Lodge #437 at 11:30 A.M., with Jerry’s Celebration of Life to follow Masonic Rites. Those wishing to sign Jerry’s Memory Book online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. |
Lake Shore Lodge No. 298 Dark in observance of MLK day on 01/19/2026
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Lake Shore Lodge No. 298 Dark in observance of MLK day |
Lake Shore 298 Installation of Officers on 11/03/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| We will be having our public installation of officers Monday December 8th. Dinner being served at 6:30 with the gavel dropping at 7:30. Please come out and help celebrate our new officer line for 2026. |
Lake Shore Lodge No. 298 Readiness Center Check Presentation on 07/19/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| The members of Lake Shore Lodge No. 298 are proud to support the efforts of the Readiness Center to make a difference in the lives of children and families. |
Northern Berrien County Scottish Rite Club Annual Steak Fry on 06/03/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Northern Berrien County Scottish Rite Club 78th Annual Steak Fry August 21st , 2025, 6:00 pm Food-Foam-Fun Masons, Future Masons & Significant Others Welcome Bicentennial Park in Royalton Township 5385 Scottdale Rd, St. Joseph, MI 49085 Dinner $35 Root Beer Floats Provided by Berrien Co. Low 12 Club Raffle & 50/50 Drawing For Steak Fry Reservations Please Contact Jeff Keehn 269.208.8710 or jeffakeehn@gmail.com |
Lake Shore No.298 Stated Communication on 06/02/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge of Michigan |
| Brother, We will be having our June Stated Communication today June 2nd, dinner at 6:30 with the gavel dropping at 7:30. I will have order forms for Lake Shore Lodge Shirts. Have a great Monday hope to see you this evening. Fraternally, Jeff Keehn 6 June 2025 Agenda.pdf4 April 2025 Minutes for MM Degree.pdf5 May 2025 Minutes.pdf |
Lake Shore No. 298 Food and Fellowship (Copy) on 05/12/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Brother, No work laid out, no designs drawn on the Trestle Board. Just food and fellowship, dinner at 6:30. |
Lake Shore No.298 Fellowship on 04/27/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Brother, No work laid out; no designs drawn on the Trestle Board. Just food and fellowship, dinner at 6:30. |
Lake Shore No. 298 Food and Fellowship on 04/21/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
Brother, No work laid out, no designs drawn on the Trestle Board. Just food and fellowship, dinner at 6:30. |
Lake Shore No. 298 Master Mason Degree (Copy) on 04/11/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Brother, We will be having a Master Mason Degree Monday April 14th. Dinner will be at 6:30 with the degree starting at 7:30. Please come out and help welcome our new brother to the fraternity. I do have a few spots open for fellowcrafts in the second section. Have a great Monday and hope to see you this evening. Fraternally, Jeff |
Lake Shore No. 298 Master Mason Degree on 04/11/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Brother, We will be having a Master Mason Degree Monday April 14th. Dinner will be at 6:30 with the degree starting at 7:30. Please come out and help welcome our new brother to the fraternity. I do have a few spots open for fellowcrafts in the second section. Have a great weekend and hope to see you Monday. Fraternally, Jeff |
Lake Shore No. 298 Master Mason Practice on 02/03/2025
Lake Shore No. 298 Grand Lodge Of Michigan |
| Dinner at 6:30 Degree at 7:30 |