International Order of Odd Fellows [IOOF] - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Special vest for Grand Master?

copet1 — 2013-05-07 01:48:44Z

My cousin just found this photo of our ancestor Harlow Waller taken in Hiawatha, KS. He apparently was a Grand Master there in the late 1800s. Does this vest have any certain significance? Thank you.

Re: What is IOOF

jrourke131 — 2013-03-26 08:51:16Z

Oddfellows ball in Millthorpe NSW in 1913.

http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/del/article/100883373

My grandmother is Lila Clements.

S. Carolina or N. Carolina Odd Fellows members

dwh802 — 2012-11-25 03:39:00Z

Hello,

I'm trying to trace the lineage of my husband's great grandfather who was an orphan at the Odd Fellows orphanage in Greenville. From further research, it appears a lot of the children who lived at this home were sons/daughters of Odd Fellows members.

Does anyone know where I might find an archived list of members?

Thank you!

Re: What is IOOF

Pyramid432 — 2012-11-07 02:35:15Z

Thanks for the information much appreciated

Re: What is IOOF

Demaine_Mike — 2012-11-05 22:47:08Z

Your request re the tille NG refers to the possition held in the order.

It is Noble Grand (Master) that can refer to a particular Lodge in the organisation.
The Oddfellows for short - are Based in Manchester though lodges are in many other parts of the world.
Your best line of reserch is via www.oddfellows.co.uk/

The society provided is mainly a friendly society where making friends and helping people is its main role. Benefits are given to members as needed and social functions are normaly subsididised by the lodge.
The other functions are the suport of charities, localy and through the societies structure they provide funding for larger research projects .n the area of medical researc where we can fund an area of research over a 3 year period.
It is not an expensive organisation to Join and both Men and woemen can join or families.

Check out the sites and if you require any further help contact me direct at demainem @btinternet .com
Hope that this helps

Re: What is IOOF

Pyramid432 — 2012-07-28 10:47:56Z

Also wondering what the initial N G would mean after the persons name. My Great x 2 Grandfather has this after his name in some advertisements for funerals in relation to lodge members. Does anyone know what it might be.

Re: I.O.O.F Lodge #176 Turon,Kansa

kensreal — 2012-05-23 22:41:49Z

hi
what help did you need for that,let work?

Re: MUIOOF & Freemasonary

StellaPearle — 2012-01-05 10:21:39Z

Hi Debby,

Many thanks for that info. Shall try my luck.
Regards,
Stella

Re: MUIOOF & Freemasonary

Debby1958 — 2012-01-05 03:43:38Z

Hi Stella,

This is the reply I received when I contacted the Arncliffe Lodge, maybe it can help you!

Regards Debby

Dear Debra,
The Lodge was closed 19th April, 2008. However the Lodge Journals are at the Mitchell Library in Sydney with the History of the Lodges. Pride of Arncliffe was part of the St George District.

Sorry I cannot help you any further.

Yours Fraternally
Catherine Pont
Company/Grand Secretary
Manchester Unity Independent Order
of Oddfellows in NSW
PO Box 3478 PARRAMATTA BC NSW 2124
PH: 02 8836 6313
FX: 02 8835 4981
0458 000 879

Re: MUIOOF & Freemasonary

StellaPearle — 2012-01-03 05:33:11Z

Debbie, where did you find this information? I am looking for details on my husband's grandfather who was a member in NSW from 1927. We found his name on a membership board in a museum in Hay, NSW. Would love to find more info. Thanks, Stella

oddfellows lodge

carolinemcnamara72 — 2011-11-09 22:27:10Z

hello i have a relative that belong to the oddfellows lodge can anyone tell me what does this mean ?
cheers
Caroline

Re: MUIOOF & Freemasonary

Debby1958 — 2011-09-16 09:12:14Z

WOW, thanks for the info! Just found my Great GF was a member of the "Loyal Pride of Arncliffe MUIOOF" NSW Australia in 1928 when he passed. Now I have a better understanding thanks! I have his membership number, any advise on how to see if they have any information on him!

Thanks Debby

MUIOOF

sanssouci58 — 2010-09-18 01:27:41Z

My great grandfather was I believe a member of a Lodge 15 in Balmain, New South Wales, Sydney in the early 1800's.
When his will was read, he left the Lodge a couple of hundred pounds. I am not sure as to why he left this amount of money.
We have been in contact with the Lodge in Balmain and they do not have any copies of the records.
Can anyone please suggest as to where I can go to find out if the records are still available.
It has also been discovered that the association in Sydney, New South Wales, was seperated from the International Order.
thanks for any help
Christine
Australia

Grand Master

genniereynolds — 2010-04-07 22:15:30Z

I just found a ribbon that is for the past grand master A.F. Brockman
It reads 49th annual ioof Yakima, Wa. June 1927
I would like it to go to family.

Grand Master

genniereynolds — 2010-04-07 22:13:39Z

I just found a ribbon and pin in my Father's belongings that is for a past frand master--A.F. Brockman
The ribbon reads 49th Session
IOOF Yakima, Wa. June 1927
I would like to see this go to a relative

Colored Odd Fellow Lodges

JosephEHaneyJr — 2010-03-10 19:42:35Z

Seeking information on William Frank Haney membership in the
International Order of Odd Fellows.

He lived in Cincinnati OH and died there in 1952.
The IOOF conducted a ceremony at his funeral, but I have no
idea what lodge.

Looking for help finding Colored Odd Fellow Lodge membership
information in the Cincinati OH area.

I.O.O.F Lodge #176 Turon,Kansa

rrcarrs1 — 2009-03-17 18:58:32Z

Hello I have a Rebekah Withdrawl Card dated 1891-1893 For Sister Iolla Sturtz. Magnolia Rebekah Lodge No.176 Turon,Kansas Signed by Geo. B Potter ,Minnie Bellow.Loking for more information on this item will send photo.
Thank You

Appleton City, MO IOOF

gilmorega — 2009-03-09 01:40:45Z

My great-grandfather, Arthur Loomis Gilmore (1864-1936), was a member of the Appleton City, MO IOOF Lodge. The Appleton City lodge is not listed on the Missouri IOOF website, thus is may have merged with another nearby lodge. I am seeking information or pictures from his involvement in the organization. Any information or leads would be appreciated.

Re: MUIOOF National Health & Pensions Insurance - claim old contibutions?

bgcshelford — 2009-01-16 15:44:09Z

Hi
I am looking into the 1912 National Insurance system and would be very interested to see a copy of this record card. I don't need to see the name of the person if that is sensitive.
Thanks
Regards
Brian

IOOF Lodge, Columbus, OH 1840s

Cool_Neil — 2008-12-29 21:20:37Z

I am trying to gain information on Isaac Cool (1795-1849) who was a member of the IOOF in Columbus, OH in the 1840s. Does the IOOF maintain any historical records or membership lists? They wrote a short obit for him in 1849. Any help would be great! Feel free to email me dirct: tycool65@comcast.net

IOOL of Montgomery Co., PA

jersyn8tv — 2008-09-29 00:12:00Z

I have just discovered my ggg grandparents, Benjamin Gilbert b. 1816 d. 29 April 1895 and Matilda Gilbert d. 23 January 1896, are both buried in the International Order of Odd Fellows Cemetery, Montgomery Co., PA. I have discovered that there are MANY Gilberts from Lower Merion Twp., Montgomery Co,PA. Benjamin Gilbert was born in 1816 and I and having great difficulty finding records from then. Were the Odd Fellows a large organization in that area? This falls into place with most of the Gilberts originating in England. (Thats where the Odd Fellows originated).

Grand United Order Historian?

madvintner — 2008-08-29 11:31:17Z

I have recently found that "The Official History and Manual of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows" by Charles Brooks (Google Book Project) contains a poem in it on page 254 by Jane KAVANAGH. I am very curious about this Jane KAVANAGH, as I suspect she may be a relative of my wife. Is there a chance that somewhere there may be more information about this poem or its author?

Matt Sanders

researching Texas IOOF Richmond area

goddessladydiana — 2008-02-21 22:29:21Z

I am currently doing research on anyone connected with IOOF in the Richmond area of Texas. I would greatly appreaciate any info than can be provided to me. I will be going to the Morton Cemtetery in a few days.

Re: I have found

myraferguson_1 — 2008-02-15 17:24:37Z

Thank you for your reply, I am not sure what to ask so I will give you the information you asked for.
John Logan Brown Arnott was born 18 Sept 1908 in Whithorn Scotland.
He led a very active life and was Provost of Whithorn for 16 years. This included escorting the Queen on her vist to the town.
After his he was married he moved with his wife to Greenock but moved back with his family after they were bombed out of their home during the war.
I think I would like to know a bit about the IOOF and my grandfathers assossation with them.

Thank you

Re: I have found

mingofang — 2008-02-13 17:42:31Z

I also found a admitance paper for a Guy Cornell, dated for 1930. With this are jewels and pins. Would anyone be interest?

International Order of Odd Fellows

2006-08-30 03:10:51Z

My G-grandfather, John WILSON, b-3 Sep 1870 in Auraria, Lumpkin Co, GA He was a member of Price Lodge No 76 in Murrayville, GA. I have copy of a letter , dated 7 Jan 1918 from the Lodge Secy's, J.L. Pinson
requesting that WILSON provide further information on a medical claim. WILSON died 20 Jul 1918.
Do you know this Lodge or how I could obtain more information??

Odd Fellows Lodge in MS

2006-08-01 13:31:48Z

One of my ancestors, James McGee, was a member of the Enterprise Lodge Independent Order of Odd Fellows. According to his memoriam in the local newspaper, he was "a useful and active member."

Has anyone had any success in locating local orders, if they're still in existence, in the US? I've read other postings on this board and have tried the ioof.org link but the link must be broken or not in use anymore.

Any suggestions??

Thank you,
Lisa

Found some Rebekah books

zls1947 — 2006-07-16 17:32:31Z

I live in Texas and in cleaning out my grandmothers attic I found some books, picture and notes from meetings. I do not feel confortable in holding onto these, are there any lodges in the Austin/San Marcos, TX area that I can take these to.

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

2006-03-25 04:44:04Z

I only wish that there were some photos. I've got just alot of fuzzy memories. My grandfather was born on a homestead just outside what is Orting. He was quite the pioneer, his various roles in the community included, Post Master, County Commissioner of Roads, he also was the publisher of the Orting Oracle. He saw the need for a funeral home in the valley and founded the Orting Funeral Home that has been sold several times over since he sold it and retired.
On my last trip to Orting several years ago, I couldn't believe the growth. It looks so much like a suburb now rather than the "Saturday Evening Post" small town America, with the logging trains running through the center of town. Well, so much for my rambling.

Just Jim

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

2006-03-24 15:19:00Z

Well, thank you. I know exactly the location you are talking about - my mother still works at the Orting Soldiers Home, and I have several family members buried at both the Orting Cemetery and the Soldiers Home Cemetery. At minimum, my family goes into Orting every year on Memorial Day as our "family holiday." The family home is still there, too, and lived in by my great-uncle.
Any possibility your grandfather may have kept photos or documents from his time in the IOOF?

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

2006-03-24 08:01:50Z

Click on "Links & Announcements" for guide to IOOF genealogical searches

Do a net search for Orting "odd fellows"

Several pertinent sites, including a picture of the 1904 hall.

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

2006-03-24 05:24:11Z

I can absolutely state that it did exist. I remember seeing the IOOF Lodge Hall. I used to spend several weeks each summer as a child in Orting visiting my grandparents. The building was on the far side of the railroad tracks from the Orting Funeral Home that my grandfather owned. I can also remember asking my grandfather what was an "Odd Fellow"? I do recall that he was also a member of another lodge or organization that had a name that was the name of an animal. Maybe Lions? I do think that I asked did all the animals have lodges named after them?

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

2006-03-23 21:06:55Z

Well, at least I know I'm not the only one out there looking for info! I am hoping to find ANY documentation that even proves the Orting Lodge existed; but more than that, of course, I am looking for any activity on William Warner Brown, who was a member of the lodge for several years.
Thank you! Jen

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

jimjudymendonca — 2006-03-23 06:30:54Z

WOW! My eyes really didn't believe seeing an inquiry about IOOF of Orting, Washington. My grandfather, James R. O'Farrell was born on a homestead in Orting and was a Lodge member for many, many years. If any info about the Lodge, activities, history docs, or such I'd really love to find out more.

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

2006-03-09 09:46:43Z

Thank you! Anything would be useful, as I have nearly given up on learning anything about this lodge!

Re: Orting, Washington Lodge?

2006-03-08 23:29:52Z

I seem to remember reading about that group merging with another. I'll try to find somthing for you.
Gary

Can you explain....

gbrake61 — 2006-03-08 15:47:50Z

My gg grandfather was an Odd Fellow in Upstate NY. Can someone please tell me what this Society did? Thanks.

GiGi

Re: Headquaters address for IOOF

pastor_tim — 2006-02-27 19:41:40Z

Here is the address and website for the Sovereign Grand Lodge:
422 Trade Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
http://www.ioof.org

What are you hoping to find? As a general rule you need to consult lodge records (i.e., local) to find info on your ancestor. And don't forget...just because your ancestor was buried in an Odd Fellow cemetery, it does not mean that he was a member. These were community service/fundraising projects, i.e., anyone in the community could purchase a lot based on availability.

But he it is very possible that he was, I just want to make sure that you do not think presume he was because he was buried in the cemetery. At one time Odd Fellowship was larger in membership than Freemasonry, so check it out.

Do you know if there is still an Odd Fellows lodge in Tilden, NE? Is the cemetery still owned by a lodge?

Before contacting anyone, let me suggest that you go to the website and click on the link "Family Research."

Let us all know what you find!

Rev. Timothy Mohon
NG, Caledonia Lodge #299
HP, Mizpah Encampment #50
Chev, Canton Findlay #31

Headquaters address for IOOF

2006-02-24 00:30:22Z

Would appreciate someone sending me an address for the International Hdqs. for the IOOF.. Have found relative buried in IOOF cemetery in Tilden Ne. 1912 Wm. G.Bentley

Re: Can you explain....

barbara7705 — 2006-02-11 11:07:54Z

http://www.ioof.org/

Re: I have found

pastor_tim — 2006-01-23 12:27:42Z

Before anyone will be able to help we will need to fill in a few brief details:

1. When did your grandfather live?
2. Whithorn where? Which state?
3. When you say "membership details," I presume that you mean when he was initiated and the dates of his degrees. What are those?
4. You say "I would like to know more." What would you like to know? More about Odd Fellows? More about what John Arnott did in Odd Fellows? It would help to be a little more specific.

It sounds like you have some nice items of remembrance of your grandfather's life of "friendship, love, and truth." [FLT is the motto of our fraternity.]

I have found

2006-01-22 12:23:46Z

Among my Grandfathers belogings I have found a secretary medal and Oddfellow medal and his small book and membership details.
My Grandfather was John Arnott from Whithorn and the lodge number was 5988.
I would like to know more if anyone can help please reply
Myra

Re: Evening Stare #25, Harriman, TN

pastor_tim — 2005-10-16 20:43:27Z

I would suggest that you look at the Grand Lodge of Tennessee website and send them an e-mail with your questions.

http://www.iooftn.org

Tim Mohon, VG
Caledonia Lodge #299
Caledonia, Ohio

Evening Stare #25, Harriman, TN

2005-10-15 22:30:04Z

Does anyone know the History of this Lodge. My grand father talked about the Junior Order @ Dyllis, TN 1970

Independent Order of Odd Fellows Manchester Unity Friendly Society URL

Hugh_Watkins — 2005-09-05 20:04:59Z

ask them

http://www.oddfellows.co.uk/

Hugh W

John Hudson/IOOF/Moweaqua Illinois/1903

2005-09-01 05:10:03Z

Looking for infor about John Hudson m. to Mercy H. Bacon. Lived in Moweaqua, Illinois. Died in 1903 @ age 75 , buried in an Odd Fellows cemetery.

Re: Western Star Lodge No. 81 I.O.O.F. Augusta Kansas

2005-07-25 17:18:12Z

Tim, thank you so much for the information, it was very helpful in knowing what to do next. I will contact them and find out what their proceedures are. Again Thank you very much

Re: Western Star Lodge No. 81 I.O.O.F. Augusta Kansas

2005-07-25 16:45:33Z

Cheri,

No, generally not...that number just becomes inactive. That way if there is a chance to reinstitute the lodge they can use the same number.

Also, the numbering system and names of lodges in each Grand Lodge (state) is determined by that jurisdiction. In other words, there can be fifty "Lodge #81" across the country, and Western Star Lodge can appear in every state. But there is only one "Western Star Lodge, No. 81, I.O.O.F., Augusta, Kansas." The numbering and names are not duplicated within a jurisdiction.

My suggestion is that you contact the Kansas Grand Lodge and ask if the lodge is still active. If yes, they can give you contact info for the lodge secretary. If not, they can tell you if they have the records for the defunct lodge and their procedure for researching (i.e., any cost or not), or if they are aware of an alternate source (perhaps a lodge history).

Here is the address/e-mail for the Kansas Grand Secretary:

Everett Spunaugle, Grand Secretary
Grand Lodge of Kansas, IOOF
130 West 2nd St
Frankfort KS 66427
Email: evjospun@hotmail.com

Let me know if this helps.

Rev. Tim Mohon, V.G.
Caledonia Lodge #288, Ohio
Mizpah Encampment #50, Ohio

Western Star Lodge No. 81 I.O.O.F. Augusta Kansas

Cheri_L_Mize — 2005-07-24 09:12:48Z

I just received an obituary on a relative that died in 1920, it states that he was a member of the Western Star Lodge No. 81 in Augusta Kansas. I can not find such a lodge listed in Augusta Kansas but did find one in Michigan. If a lodge closes down/ becomes inactive does some other lodge take that number? I was just trying to find information on how long he had been a memeber and don't have a clues as to how to find out. Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you in advance
Cheri Mize
tmize@alaska.net

IOOF Allen Texas

TomKeener75 — 2005-07-21 22:27:14Z

I am looking for information on IOOF in Allen, Texas. Activites? Pictures?