Lady Margaret Rose "Margie" Norris

    Margaret Rose "Margie" Norris was 94 years old, died on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at her home in Columbus, Georgia.  The family will receive visitors at the Striffler - Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus, Georgia 31907 - 2209, Phone Number: 706-563-2372 on Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. 
    Funeral Service will be Saturday, January 28, 2012 Striffler - Hamby Mortuary Chapel, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus, Georgia 31907 - 2209, Phone Number: 706-563-2372 at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow at Parkhill Cemetery, 4161 Macon Road, Columbus, Georgia 31907, Phone Number: 706-561-6360.
    Lady Margaret Rose "Margie" Norris was a member of Past District Grand Deputy, Grand Chapter of Georgia, Past Grand Representative of Georgia in Idaho, Grand Chapter of Georgia, Past Matron of Fort Benning Chapter # 278 in 1983, 1998, 2001, & 2005, Order of the Eastern Star; Past President of the Scottish Rite Ladies Auxiliary, Valley of Columbus, Al Sihah Shrine Ladies, Macon, Georgia, President of the Columbus Provost Guardettes Unit, Past President of the Columbus - Fort Benning Shrine Club Ladies Auxiliary in 1991 & 1997.

Information on the information above, and the obituaries from the Ledger-Enquirer, below, submitted by Noble Charles Hall, Jr.

Ledger Enquirer:

Margaret Rose "Margie" Norris
August 22, 1917 - January 24, 2012

    Mrs. Margaret Rose "Margie" Norris, age 94, departed her earthly body for the loving arms of Jesus on January 24, 2012.  Funeral services will be held at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 1:00 PM. Entombment will follow in Parkhill Cemetery.  The family will greet friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00 AM until service time.
    Mrs. Norris was born on August 22, 1917, in Englewood, Colorado to the late Charles and Aleta Barberis.  She was preceded in death by a son, Ronald C. Hartley and a brother, Albert Barberis. Mrs. Norris was a devoted member of the Order of the Eastern Star for over 57 years. She served with distinction four times as the Worthy Matron of Fort Benning Chapter #278. She also was a District Grand Deputy and Grand Representative of Georgia in Idaho.
    Margie ("Mom"/"Grammy") loved her family more than anything. Her marquee traits, and most recognizable qualities, were her care, concern, and compassion for others. Her signature smile always brightened those around her.
    Survivors include her husband, MAJ (Ret) John G. Norris of Columbus; a daughter Jan C. Lakin (Phillip) of Tulsa, OK, a son, MG (Ret) James J. Cravens, Jr. (Jo Beth) of Simpsonville, SC; five grandchildren, Phillip L. Lakin, Jr. (Adriane) of Tulsa, OK, Dr. Tracey L. Lakin (Dr. Grant Cox) of Tulsa, OK, James J. Cravens, III of Atlanta, GA, Tonya C. Taylor (Derek) of Greenville, SC and Rhonda Osiecki of Henderson, NV; ten great-grandchildren, Brooks, Alex and Cooper Lakin, Kennedy and Joshua Cox, J.R., Cole and Lincoln Taylor, and Kevin Nieves and Christian Osiecki; a sister, Helen Davis of Canby, OR; a brother, Edward Barberis (Ruth) of St. George, UT; and, several nieces and
nephews.
    Memorial donations may be made in her honor to the Order of the Eastern Star, Fort Benning Chapter #278.

Lady Betty Unell Morefield

    Lady Betty Unell Morefield was 78 years old, died on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 in Bonaire, Georgia.
    The family will have a Private Visitation and Private Service.
    Lady Betty Unell Morefield was a member of Ladies Oriental Shrine, Fairfax, Virginia and Al Sihah Shrine Ladies, Macon, Georgia, the wife of Past Potentate of Kena Shriners, Fairfax, Virginia in 1994, Wayne Morefield.  Information from McCullough Funeral Home, Warner Robins, GA.

Submitted by Noble Chuck Hall, Jr.

"Betty Unell Morefield
January 17, 1933 - January 11, 2012

BONAIRE, GA - PHENIX CITY, AL

    Betty Unell Morefield, 78, entered into rest on Wednesday, January 11, 2012.
Betty was born on January 17, 1933 in Phenix City, Alabama. She was a member of the Ladies Oriental Shrine of Fairfax, Virginia and actively involved in decorations and functions at the Al Sihah Shrine Center. For the past fourteen years, Betty lived in Bonaire, and fully enjoyed raising her grandbabies. Her parents, John Archie Arnold and Irene Gresham Arnold; four brothers; and one sister, preceded her in death.
    Her memory will forever be treasured by her loving husband of forty-three years, Iless Wayne Morefield, Bonaire; son, Victor Steven Friend, Gainesville, Georgia; daughter, Kathy Camille Perraut (Robert), Kathleen, Georgia; granddaughter, Courtney Camille Stephens (Jason) and great-granddaughter, Bella Camille, Bonaire; granddaughter, Morgan Kathryn Graves (Jeff) and great-granddaughter, Olivia Camille, Kearneysville, West Virginia; granddaughter, Joyce Marie Perraut, Atlanta; grandson, Jonathan Miles Perraut (Misty) and great-grandson, Derrick Miles, Aberdeen, Ohio; son, Nathan Gilmore (Sheri), six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and son, Todd Morefield (Kristen), three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
    Services will be private.  In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial donations be made to Shriners Hospital For Children, 950 West Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605-4277.
    To offer condolences please visit www.mcculloughfh.com."

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Noble Maynard E. Emery

    Noble Maynard E. Emery was 85 years old, died on Monday, January 9, 2012 at Vista Care at Franciscan Woods, Columbus, Georgia.
    A Mass of Christian burial will be Thursday, January 12, 2012 St. Anne Catholic Church, 2000 Kay Circle, Columbus, Georgia 31907 at 12:00 Noon with Father Mariusz Fuks officiating. Interment will be Thursday, January 12, 2012 Fort Mitchell National Cemetery, Russell, Alabama, Phone Number: 334-855-4731
at 2:00 PM.
    Noble Maynard E. Emery was a member of
Rose Hill Lodge # 484, F. & A. M., Past Potentate of Cairo Shriners, Rutland, Vermont in 1985, Al Sihah Shriners, Macon, Georgia, Royal Order of Jesters Court # 146, Past Captain of the Columbus Provost Guard Unit, Past President of the Columbus - Fort Benning Shrine Club in 1996.

Information from Ledger Enquirer

Maynard E. Emery, July 21, 1926 - January 9, 2012 COLUMBUS, GA

    Maynard E. Emery, 85, of Columbus, GA died Monday, January 9, 2012 at Vista Care at Franciscan Woods. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 12:00 Noon Thursday, January 12, 2012 at St. Anne Catholic Church, 2000 Kay Circle, Columbus, GA 31907 with Father Mariusz Fuks officiating. Interment will be held 2:00 PM Thursday at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery according to McMullen Funeral Home, 3874 Gentian Blvd., Columbus, GA 31907.
    Mr. Emery was born July 21, 1926 in Cavendish, VT son of the late Lucian Emery and Ethel Parker Mancuso. He was a U.S. Army Veteran having served in World War II. He worked as a Supervisor for Pratt and Whitney. He was a member of Rose Hill Masonic Lodge and was the Past President of the Shrine Club. He was Past Potentate of Cairo Temple in Rutland, VT and a member of St. Anne Catholic Church.
    Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrude Helig Emery, son, Charles Emery, and sister, Barbara Bird.
    Survivors include his daughter, Linda Barnes of Ashville, N.C., grandson, Andrew E. Barnes of Ashville, N.C., niece, Pamela Moran of West Babylon, N.Y., and special family members, Chris and Ann Proudfit of Newnan, GA, Wendy Chipman of Columbus, GA and her children, Tyler and Raymond.
    In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Rose Hill Masonic Lodge, 915 31st Street, Columbus, GA 31904 or to the Shriner’s Hospital, 1900 Richmond Road, Lexington, KY 40502.
    Those who wish may sign the on-line guest registry at www.mcmullenfuneralhome.com.

Submitted by Noble Chuck Hall, Jr.

 

Black Camel

Ricky Lawrence Crain

 

Please Keep Lady Gwendolyn Crain, Brother Mike and Bruce Crain, and Family in your prayers on the loss of Ricky Lawrence Crain.  Ricky was 53 years old, died on Monday, January 9, 2012 at a Panama City Hospital, Panama City, Florida.

 

Memorial Service will be Wednesday, January 11, 2012 Wilson Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 A.M.

 

Information from Ledger Enquirer

Ricky Lawrence Crain, January 9, 2012 PANAMA CITY, FL

 

    Ricky Lawrence Crain, 53, of Panama City, Florida passed away January 9, 2012 in a Panama City, Florida Hospital.  He was a 1976 graduate of Kendrick High School in Columbus, Georgia.  He had been a resident of Panama City, Florida since 1992, moving here from Columbus, Georgia.  He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Crain Sr. and son, Ricky Crain Jr.  He is survived by his mother, Gwendolyn Crain; wife of 19 years, Monika Crain; children, Emily Crain (Tim), Brian Lambert and Christy VanLandgehem (Josh); brothers and sisters, Linda Riley (Don), Leonard Crain Jr (Brenda), Harry Crain (Patty), Larry Crain (Lucille), Michael Crain, Theresa Starnes (Greg), Carol Crain Noell (Stephen), Gwen Pigg (Ronnie) and Dan Crain Sr. (Janice); and numerous nieces and nephews.  A Memorial Service will be held at 10 A.M. on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 in the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel.

Submitted by Noble Chuck Hall, Jr.

Dear Noble, Lady Jan and I invite you to travel with us in the fall of 2012 on a relaxing river cruise with Grand Circle Travel along the scenic shores of the Danube River. We'll travel aboard a comfortable river ship, stopping in historic cities and towns, including Budapest, Vienna and Prague. We would be honored if you would join us for what promises to be a memorable journey. Old World Prague & the Blue Danube Departure Date: October 18, 2012 12 days from only $3345 including airfare We hope you'll take part in this exclusive voyage—available for one departure only—during which you'll share in the camaraderie of fellow Shriners. Plus, I'm pleased to announce we'll enjoy two special included features: an open bar during dinners throughout our cruise, and a Strauss and Mozart Concert during our Musical Vienna excursion. Traveling aboard the M/S River Adagio, we'll set foot in four nations—the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. We'll unpack just once upon boarding, with all meals on the ship included. Enjoy conversing with new and old friends in the bar and lounge, or watching the riverside scenery unfold from the panoramic Sun Deck. Also, you might be interested to know that the readers of Condé Nast Traveler recently named Grand Circle #2 "World's Best River Cruise Line" for 2011, the seventh year Grand Circle has made the "World's Best" list. Throughout our trip, we'll be attended to by Grand Circle's dedicated, English-speaking onboard staff and gain invaluable knowledge from an expert resident Program Director. In addition to helping us get to know your fellow travelers, our Program Director will give us a candid, insider's perspective on the region's history and culture. We'll enjoy included tours in Old World capitals like Budapest, and Prague, as well as lesser-known gems like Linz and Bratislava, and gaze upon the castle-studded landscapes of the Wachau Valley. Since your airfare is already included, why not extend your vacation to experience more of these discovery-rich destinations? Choose from a 3-night pre-extension in Budapest, Hungary, or a 3-night post-trip extension in Prague, Czech Republic. Your extensions each include daily breakfast, comfortable accommodations, guided tours, and the services of an experienced Grand Circle Program Director. Traveling is always exciting, and we're eager to share this River Cruise experience with you. Click here for more information on this unique departure, including pricing, a detailed itinerary, unbiased Traveler Reviews, and more. We hope that you choose to join us—we're in for a special treat. Warm Regards, Alan W. Madsen Deputy Imperial Potentate To explore one of Europe's legendary waterways in the company of fellow Shriners, please call 1-800-866-6561 and select Option #2 today and mention your Group Service Code, G2-23824.

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