Illustrious Sir Wilbur A. Schenk Jr., PP

May 8, 1936 – January 4, 2024
Medinah Shrine · Potentate 2007

Wilbur was a dedicated member of Medinah Shrine who served as Potentate in 2007. He was devoted to his family and the fellowship he shared through his years of service to the Shrine and Masonry.

Illustrious Sir Robert “Bob” Charles Marshall, PP

1940 – February 29, 2024
Mocha Shrine · Potentate 2015

Bob was a longtime Mason and Shriner who served as Potentate of Mocha Shrine in 2015. His Masonic service included leadership in two Masonic Lodges, the Royal Arch, Scottish Rite, Royal Order of Jesters and Order of the Eastern Star. He was also active in numerous community organizations and was remembered for his commitment to family, fellowship and service.

Illustrious Sir Donald J. Warner, PP

Died April 14, 2024
Mocha Shrine · Potentate 2004

Don was a dedicated Mason and Shriner who served as Potentate of Mocha Shrine in 2004. His Masonic leadership included service as Past Master of Harmony Lodge No. 579, Past District Deputy Grand Master and Past Thrice Puissant Grand Master of the Windsor Lodge of Perfection. He was also active in his community and volunteered with numerous organizations.

Illustrious Sir Ellis G. Ryan, PP

January 24, 1947 – May 10, 2024
Mizpah Shrine · Potentate 2011

Ellis served Mizpah Shrine as both Potentate and Recorder and was a 33° Mason and member of the Scottish Rite. He was also a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus and spent many years working in the tool and die industry. Ellis was devoted to his family, faith and a lifetime of fellowship and service.

Imperial Sir John A. Cinotto

September 13, 1941 – May 12, 2024
Murat Shrine · Potentate 2001
Imperial Potentate 2013

John dedicated decades of service to Freemasonry, the Shrine and Shriners Children’s. A member of Murat Shrine, he served as Potentate in 2001 before continuing through the Imperial Divan and ultimately serving as Imperial Potentate of Shriners International in 2013, leading the fraternity and representing its philanthropic mission throughout the United States and around the world.

His commitment to the fraternity included service in numerous Masonic and Shrine leadership roles, and he remained devoted to the fellowship and mission of Shriners throughout his life. A U.S. Army National Guard veteran, John also enjoyed fishing, boating, scuba diving and, above all, time with his family and friends.

Illustrious Sir Harold Ed Scott, PP

April 16, 1938 – May 14, 2024
Ainad Shrine · Potentate 2007

Harold was a dedicated member of Ainad Shrine who served as Potentate in 2007. His Shrine involvement included the Hospital Unit, Legion of Honor, Directors Staff, Oriental Band and several Shrine Clubs, along with membership in the Royal Order of Jesters. A U.S. Army veteran, Harold also enjoyed a 42-year career with Sears.

Illustrious Sir Donald W. Doyle, PP

May 15, 1935 – May 29, 2024
Mohammed Shrine · Potentate 1998

Donald served as Potentate of Mohammed Shrine in 1998 and was a member of the Royal Order of Jesters. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, he also volunteered in support of Shriners Children's and enjoyed a long professional career in construction. Donald was devoted to his family, community and Shrine service.

Illustrious Sir Gary D. Hudson, PP

December 28, 1938 – July 22, 2024
Hadi Shrine · Potentate 2003

Gary was a dedicated member of Hadi Shrine who served as Potentate in 2003. His extensive Shrine involvement included the Arab Patrol, Car Club, Hospital Staff, Cabiri, Oriental Band, Legion of Honor and several other clubs and units. An Army Reserve veteran, Gary was also active in his church and community.

Illustrious Sir Bernard S. “Bernie” Welniak Jr., PP

December 16, 1945 – August 7, 2024
Zenobia Shrine · Potentate 1993

Bernie was a 33° Mason and longtime member of Zenobia Shrine, serving as Potentate in 1993. His Shrine leadership included President of the Zenobia Patrol, Past President of the Great Lakes Shrine Patrol Association and Past President of the Ohio Shrine Association. A U.S. Air Force veteran, Bernie was remembered for his service to others, devotion to family and tireless support of the Shrine.

Illustrious Sir B. Marvin “Bud” Hardy II, PP

September 24, 1936 – September 1, 2024
Tadmor Shrine · Past Potentate
GLSA President 2003

Bud was a longtime Mason and Shriner who served as Potentate of Tadmor Shrine and as President of the Great Lakes Shrine Association in 2003. An accomplished engineer and businessman, he owned and operated Falls Metal Stampings for nearly 50 years. Bud also enjoyed flying, sailing and scuba diving and was active in his community.

Illustrious Sir Roger L. Anderson, PP

July 5, 1935 – September 14, 2024
Tebala Shrine · Potentate 1979

Roger served as Potentate of Tebala Shrine in 1979 and continued serving the Shrine as Treasurer for the next 27 years. His involvement also included Tebala's International Championship Drum & Bugle Corps, Air Squadron and the Royal Order of Jesters. A U.S. Navy Reserve veteran and longtime funeral director, Roger was also active in numerous professional and community organizations.

Illustrious Sir Thomas T. King, PP

November 17, 1935 – September 26, 2024
Mizpah Shrine · Potentate 2001

Thomas was a longtime Mason and Shriner who served as Potentate of Mizpah Shrine in 2001. His Masonic and fraternal involvement included the Scottish Rite, Royal Order of Jesters, Tall Cedars of Lebanon and Mizpah Shrine Chanters. An educator by profession, Thomas spent his career teaching students throughout northeastern Indiana.

Illustrious Sir Dennis M. “Denny” Reed, PP

December 1, 1949 – October 1, 2024
Hadi Shrine · Potentate 2001

Denny was a dedicated Mason and Shriner who served as Potentate of Hadi Shrine in 2001 and as Past President of the Dubois County Shrine Club. He was heavily involved with the Hadi Shrine Circus and the Dubois County Roadsters. A lifelong musician and entertainer, Denny was known for sharing his love of music, stories and fellowship with those around him.

Illustrious Sir Wayne D. Bishop, PP

January 29, 1934 – October 5, 2024
Zenobia Shrine · Potentate 1984

Wayne was a Mason for more than 60 years and served as Potentate of Zenobia Shrine in 1984. He was active with the Findlay Shrine Club as both its President and a Shrine Clown and was also a member of the Jesters and Mariners. A U.S. Army veteran and longtime business owner, Wayne enjoyed classic cars, boating, motorcycles, NASCAR and spending time with his family.

Illustrious Sir Norman Howard Storms, PP

January 26, 1932 – December 5, 2024
Elf Khurafeh Shrine · Potentate 2001

Norman devoted many years to Elf Khurafeh Shrine, serving as Potentate in 2001 as well as Treasurer, Chaplain and Shrine Circus Chairman. A Past Master of Genesee Lodge #174 and member of the Royal Order of Jesters, he was active in numerous Shrine Clubs and Units. Norm especially enjoyed golf, hunting, summers in Au Gres and time with his family.

Illustrious Sir Mike Koeneman, PP

May 11, 1948 – December 9, 2024
Ainad Shrine · Potentate 2024

Mike was serving as Potentate of Ainad Shrine at the time of his passing in 2024. His years of service included leadership with the Directors Staff, Belleville Shrine Club and Southern Illinois Court #86 Royal Order of Jesters, along with involvement in the Scottish Rite and East Lodge #504. Mike was known for his leadership, organization, gift of conversation and deep devotion to his family and community.

Illustrious Sir Steven Earl Ripstra, PP

February 24, 1949 – December 13, 2024
Hadi Shrine · Potentate 1995
GLSA President 2000

Steve was a longtime Mason and Shriner who served as Potentate of Hadi Shrine in 1995 and President of the Great Lakes Shrine Association in 2000. His service also included membership on the Board of Shriners Children's St. Louis. An attorney for 48 years and lifelong learner, Steve enjoyed reading, chess, fishing, golf and spending time with his family.

Illustrious Sir Kevin M. Wilson, PP

December 2024
Mocha Shrine · Potentate 2009

Kevin was a Past Potentate of Mocha Shrine, serving the Shrine as Potentate in 2009. He is remembered as part of the longstanding tradition of leadership and fellowship within Mocha Shrine and the Great Lakes Shrine Association.