list of past imperial potentates

And then seven years after my birth, my brother James was born. Shriner passionately shares his love for being a Shriner to man sitting next to him on plane, who turned out not to be such a stranger after all. Three hundred nobles attended a banquet that Indianapolis News said was the most elaborate ever laid in Indiana. It was followed by a procession of Shriners in fezzes and evening attire to the Scottish Rite temple. The second family that we have is our church family. The following officers were elected, selected and installed on this . The fraternity also hosts a variety of fun events including aparade and unit competitions. The Imperial Potentate (or ranking Imperial officer) receives the salute. I've broken over 60 bones in my lifetime, but we lost count, so it's a good ballpark. The mission of the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) is to collect, preserve, and share the history and culture of the state of Oklahoma and its people. 1886 The 11th Imperial Session was held in Cleveland, Ohio, the first to be held outside of New York state. Bailey is vice president of investments for Marcus and Millichap, where he sells commercial investment real estate. The parade alone was scheduled to run 14 hours and was said to qualify for the Guinness Book of Records. Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. respected, honored and obeyed, Are you interested in becoming a Shriner? I was born in Chicago. %PDF-1.4 % And so I was very thrilled when I opened it up and found an engagement ring in it. In attendance of our Nobility Celebration, GM, MW, Ron Mitchum & Lady Sue, GT, Jack Morrow & Lady Sammy, & GS, Gerald Carver & Lady Sue. The Baileys are just tremendous people, and you're going to hear a common theme as you talk to people about service and about their incredible empathy toward others. 1962Past Imperial Potentate Harvey Beffa gave a moving report on the necessity to add burn care to the hospital systems specialties. Shriners International Education Foundations Noble Academy attracts the best and brightest thought leaders to educate Shriners and the greater Masonic community. And Bill's dad, Bob, was a leader during that time, and demonstrated the same consistency and genuineness and compassion that Bill shows today. Mailing Address Imperial Divan Peter Diaz William Bailey James Stolze Richard Burke Brad Koehn Jim Cain Lawrence Leib Mark Hartz Matthew Sturlaugson Marty Bartlett Tim Forbis Jerry Oliver Imperial Divan The Imperial Divan is the international governing body of the fraternity, consisting of 12 Imperial Officers who act as a corporate Board of Directors. Are you interested in becoming a Shriner? It takes a remarkable individual to obtain such a prodigious title. And then switched over and joined my brother as his partner in a brokerage firm in downtown Chicago, where we sell commercial investment and real estate. Past Imperial Potentate" indicate that the Noble has had the honor of being named as an honorary Past Potentate, which gives him the right to vote in the Imperial Council without having actually served . Just the look on your face alone tells me exactly what you think of this present. Rameses mania for building has been a part of Rameses Shrine Centers philosophy ever since its formation. There are children that are learning to run in a different way. But behind each good man, is a lady. Bachelors degree, University of Evansville, Evansville, Indiana. 13, Past Master HRAM, R&SM, Knight Templar, KYCH Bay City Elks, I.B.P.O.E.W, Past Exalted Ruler Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. - Past Polemarch Education/Military Service Howard University School of Law, Washington D.C. He is shown with J. William Bickell, center, potentate of the India Temple, and Galloway Calhoun, Tyler, Texas, past . Grand Lodge of TN; . Ross is married to Jessica, and they also have two children, Henry Michael and Finn Joseph. All these years that I have known him and Debby, I feel blessed to call them friends. Leading us in this historic year is a Legacy Shriner, William S. Bill Bailey, 33, the 2021-2022 Imperial Potentate of Shriners International. See more information on facebook More Imperial Information Be a Shriner Now SUPPORT FIRST LADY JENNIFER'S "THE WORLD IS YOUR OYSTER" PROGRAM TODAY He's always been a lot of fun. During the history of our Shrine Center Rameses has had 3 Nobles who have served the office of Imperial Potentate, Harry A. Collins 1905-06, Morley E. MacKenzie 1943-44, and George A. Mitchell 2010-11. Their willingness, not only willingness, but it's almost a drive for them to serve other people. Rameses Shriners is the largest Shrine Center in Canada with regards to membership. I'm not sure why she stuck through it with me, but she did. As a member of the Board of Directors, Bill Bailey has served as Chairman of Marketing & Communications, Donor Relations, Hospital Operations, Temple Officers Educational Seminars and Temple Procedures. Historical Pictures 1; Historical Pictures 2; Historical Newspaper Articles; Masonic Organizations. And he and Bill were the closest that close could be. My father made sure that we understood that he probably didn't want us in the car business, but he wanted us to follow our own path and discover what we want to do best. Absolutely. He was Director General for the 1987 Great Lakes Shrine Association Business Session in Merrillville, Indiana. The wide variety of photographs accompanied stories in the newspapers. And seeing them in the shrine was always a big part of me growing up. and Thank you very much. I am both humbled and honored to serve for years 2021- 2024. For 29 years, Bill Bailey was proud to serve on the Imperial Marshals Aide Committee, and for 16 of those years, he served as a Vice-Chairman of the Imperial Marshals Staff. Ill. Sir Robert (Bob) Keep. She went to work every day. Bill Bailey is a member of Porter Lodge #137 in Valparaiso, Indiana, and a member of the Elbert H. Gary York Rite. Years Name Temple; 1967-1996: PP Henry Hester, No. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. I suffer from osteogenesis imperfecta, also known as brittle bone disease. (b)At the reviewing stand during Imperial parades, temple divans will give the hand salute and must not stop to salaam. the exclusive use of the Imperial Potentate, Imperial officers, Past Imperial officers, and such guests as invited by the Imperial Potentate. We're fortunate to be right here on the cusp and the south tip of Lake Michigan. Baileys father, Robert B. Bailey, was Imperial Potentate in 19951996. I know I see a guy who is amazing, who has done so much for me, and who is willing to do anything for me. Are you interested in becoming a Shriner? individuals or entities and are protected by the United States copyright laws. Oklahoma Times, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, October 29, 1958, Oklahoma Publishing Company Photography Collection. Well, I guess I would say in having the two boys, Bill was a great example of a father. We're very fortunate to have parents that were extremely involved. Looking for something in the medical field, I went into medical sales, did that for a number of years. There was a time the Noble mob Yes, I've been fortunate to know both of the Baileys. The office of Potentate is an elected position which typically changes each year. Vice-Pres. So it took some time to make it work, but we stuck through it. Keep up to date with events, news, and developments with our Sam Briggs of Al Koran Shriners was elected Imperial Potentate, only the second in the organization's history. And I want you to know, I spared no expense thinking about your college future. I look forward to workingas a team. This is the highest level a Shriner can reach. People and organizations associated with either the creation of this photograph or its content. The Gateway to Oklahoma History, https://gateway.okhistory.org; Some of our biggest memories as a family were going down to the beach with my brother, Rob, and mom and dad, and spending all weekend there. We are very proud to have had these Nobles serve as Imperial Potentate and work hard for the Shrine and Shriners Hospitals for Children. In the lower-left corner of map below, select either the pin () or the box (). These are the Past Potentate's (President or CEO) that have served and led WA WA Shriners. Greetings Nobles of theImperial Council. I bring you Greetings as the 45th Imperial Potentate of the Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and its Jurisdictions (A.E.A.O.N.M.S. 2 IMPERIAL DIVAN OFFICERS FOR 2017-2018 GARY J. BERGENSKE (Anne) Imperial Potentate Cell: 407-310-7545 Ofc: 407-875-0000 Bahia Shriners Res: 407-767-0788 Fax: 407-875-0480 Ofc: 1101 W. Kennedy Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32810 Res: 236 Flame Avenue, Maitland, Florida 32751 Email . I am where I am today because of his encouragement. I couldn't imagine being raised by a better mother. Shriners and their families spent an evening at Walt Disney World and the motor corps competitions were held at Sea World. We are very proud of the fact that we are the only second father son team as Imperial Potentates. 3 were here. ), Inc. As a part of our growing electronic footprint, and with ever-changing technological advancements, I am proud to welcome you to the new Imperial Website for the A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc. But then we would hear one of the national patient ambassadors talk about the struggles that they went through and overcoming those struggles. He sets the example people follow. On September 15th, 1889, Illustrious Imperial Potentate Sam Briggs, the second Imperial Potentate in the history of the Ancient Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, made a trip to Chattanooga at the solicitation of a group of Masonic Leaders interested in the establishment of a Shrine Center in Chattanooga. to whom all lesser lights salaam, I extend my sincere thanks to those entrusting me as the Imperial Potentate in and for these United States and Commonwealth of The Bahamas and Caribbean. Howard University School of Law, Washington D.C. Howard University, Washington, D.C., BA Political Science and English. Proudly created with, Legal Disclaimer & Terms of Use and Photo Disclaimer. Master Mason, Porter Lodge #137, Valparaiso, Indiana, 1984, Potentate, Orak Shriners, Michigan City, Indiana, 2009, Director General, Great Lakes Shrine Association Business Session, Merrillville, Indiana, 1987, Member, Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and South Lake County Shrine Club, 33rd Degree, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of South Bend, Past Commander in Chief, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of South Bend, Member, Elbert H. Gary Chapter 139 Chapter RAM, Elbert H. Gary Council #103 Council R&SM and Elbert H. Gary Commandery #37 of Knights Templar (York Rite), Class 7 Member (Senior DeMolay), DeMolay International, Imperial Potentates Award of Merit, 2005, Emeritus member, Board of Governors of Shriners Hospitals for Children Chicago, Member, Imperial Marshals Aide Committee, 29 years, Vice Chairman, Imperial Marshals Staff, 16 years, Past Chairman, Donor Relations, Temple Procedures, Budget, Hospital Operations, Leadership Educational Seminars committees, and others, Past Vice Chairman, Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, Membership and Marketing & Communication committees, Member, Strategic Planning, Building & Equipment, Budget, Investments, Insurance, Clinical & Basic Research, Masonic Relations committees, and others. The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas website may include links providing direct access to other Internet sites. 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