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Berea Elks Lodge #1815

April 2025

a message from the Exalted Ruler

Dear Members,

 I am honored to introduce myself as the new Exalter Ruler of Berea Lodge #1815 and share a bit about my background and vision for our community.

My name is Debbie Greenhill and I have been a proud member of this lodge for 6 years. During my time here I have witnessed the dedication and camaraderie that unite us as a family. The values of charity, justice, brotherly love, and fidelity have always resonated with me and I am excited to step into this role to further our mission and uphold these principles.

It is important for me to acknowledge my predecessor, Bob Bickford, who has tirelessly worked to lead our lodge with grace and wisdom. Under his guidance we have achieved many great accomplishments, and I hope to continue on this strong foundation.

As your new Exalter Ruler I would like to commit to fostering a welcoming environment to ensure our lodge remains a vibrant place for fellowship and support.

Together, we are looking forward to a year filled with engaging programs, community service and opportunities for personal growth. This is the summer that Berea Lodge #1815 celebrates our 75th anniversary. I would like to encourage all members to participate and share their ideas as we navigate the journey ahead.

Let us remember that our strength lies in our unity, and by working together, we can make a significant impact in the lives of our members and the community at large.

Thank you for your continued support and I look forward to serving this great lodge as we embark on this new chapter ahead.

Fraternally,
Debbie Greenhill, Exalted Ruler

Lodge Officers

Exalted Ruler - Deb Greenhill
Esteemed Leading Knight - Hans Larsen
Esteemed Loyal Knight - Dianna Threadgill
Esteemed Lecturing Knight - Pat Greenhill
Secretary - Jeff Coyle, PER
Treasurer - Danielle Mahany, PER
Chaplain - John Masterson
Inner Guard - Ro Pruitt-Humphreys
Tiler - Jon Elias
Esquire - Lenny Oliveri, PER

Lodge Trustees

5th Year - Rich Ward
4th Year - Kevin Maloney, PER
3rd Year - Aric Pruitt-Humphreys
2nd Year - Andy Tyler
1st Year - Dr. Mitch Rivas

UPCOMING EVENTS

April
Apr 2 - Lodge Meeting
Apr 9 - Board of Directors Meeting
Apr 16 - Lodge Meeting
Apr 19 - 1815 Club
Apr 19 - Wrestlemania Night 1
Apr 20 - Wrestlemania Night 2
Apr 23 - Kitchen Deep Clean - Help Needed!
Apr 25-27 - Ohio Elks State Convention
Apr 30 - 5th Wednesday Top Golf

May
May 3 - Kentucky Derby Party
May 7 - Lodge Meeting
May 10 - Mother’s Day Wine Tasting
May 14 - Board of Directors Meeting
May 15 - Garage Sale Day 1
May 17 - Garage Sale Day 2
May 17 - 1815 Club
May 21 - Lodge Meeting
May 28 - Planning Committee Meeting
May 31 - Beer Tasting

Tuesdays and Fridays
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturdays
5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.

april

Apr 2 - Rich Threadgill, PER
Apr 3 - Jeff Maloney
Apr 7 - Eric Banks, PER
Apr 15 - Doug Haney
Apr 16 - Bill Maloney, PER
Apr 17 - Dave Sekula
Apr 27 - Dr. Mich Rivas

Fish Fridays through April 18th

Berea Elks Lodge 1815 2025-2026 Officers Installed

The Lodge Officers for fraternal year 2025-2026 were installed during a ceremony held on March 29th. Many thanks go out to the Berea Elks Past Exalted Rulers Association for conducting the ceremony. The new Lodge Officers are: Exalted Ruler Deb Greenhill, Esteemed Leading Knight Hans Larsen, Esteemed Loyal Knight Dianna Threadgill, Esteemed Lecturing Knight Pat Greenhill. Secretary Jeff Coyle PER, Treasurer Danielle Mahany PER, Inner Guard Ro Pruitt-Humphreys, Chaplain John Masterson, Tiler Jon Elias, Esquire Lenny Oliveri PER, and Trustees Kevin Maloney PER, Rich Ward, Dr. Mitch Rivas, Andy Tiler, and Aric Pruitt-Humphreys. Good luck in this new Lodge year!

"What Does Patriotism Mean To Me?"

 Berea Elks Lodge #1815 had 692 essays, on the above theme, submitted this year from a total of 5 different schools. Each student wrote an essay of 300 words or less and were graded on originality, development of theme & mechanics and neatness. Twelve local winners were chosen.

5th grade:
Jennifer Steiner - St. Mary of the Falls Schoo
Molly Arndt - Kinsner Elementary School in Strongsville
Meredith Rhodes - Kinsner Elementary School in Strongsville

6th grade:
Lillyann Henning - St. Mary of the Falls School
Malinah Rivas - Berea-Midpark Middle School
Xiomarie Vazquez Byers - Berea-Midpark Middle School

7th grade:
Jeffrey Birch - Olmsted Falls Middle School
Neil Stenger - Olmsted Falls Middle School 
Liam Kuzmickas - Olmsted Falls Middle School

8th grade:
Kimberly Heise - Olmsted Falls Middle School
Analise Colon - Olmsted Falls Middle School
Isabella Faciana - St. Mary of the Falls School

Additionally, Meredith Rhodes, Malinah Rivas, Xiomarie Vazquez Byers, Liam Kuzmickas and Neil Stenger were all chosen as winners in the Northeast District of the Ohio Elks Association.

And, for the very first time, Berea Elks Lodge is happy to announce that we have two 1st Place State winners. Meredith Rhodes placed 1st in 5th grade and Liam Kuzmickas placed 1st in 7th grade! Congratulations also to Malinah Rivas who placed 2nd in 6th grade. 

As Ohio's first-place representatives, Meredith & Liam will represent the Berea Elks Lodge #1815 in the Nationwide Contest. Please wish them well! National results will be announced in early Summer.

All 12 of these outstanding local students, their families & teachers will be recognized on April 13th at the Berea Elks Community Honors Banquet!

I would also like to thank those members who donated two Friday evenings in January and February to help select all our local and NE District winners. 
 

Bill Maloney - Berea Elks #1815 Americanism Committee Chairman
OEA Northeast District Americanism Committee Chairman