They Crown a Lifetime of Being Dedicated and Involved

"Dedicated and Involved" are words that describe James and Aida Boyer of Indiana, PA. Jim, a member of Kittanning Lodge No. 244, has been involved with Freemasonry for 48 years. Likewise, Aida has been a member for 48 years of Chapter No. 299, Indiana, Order of the Eastern Star. Their commitment to join the fraternities was an easy decision to make because both of their families have a long history of Masonic affiliation.

Their paths crossed more than 50 years ago when Jim helped one of Aida's brothers at her father's gas wells. Aida's grandfather started the wells, then her father took over the business, after which the Boyers managed the wells until they made the decision to sell them about 10 years ago. While he and his wife operated her family's business, Jim also held a full-time position with Consolidated Natural Gas. He retired in 1983 after 41 years of service. Jim also served his country proudly in World War II, receiving a purple heart.

The Boyers were dedicated to their work, yet they also found time each weekend to relax and enjoy leisure time at their summer home on the Allegheny River. They were avid boaters and those weekends were their vacations each year.

Now in full retirement, the Boyers enjoy their home in Indiana and continually search out new and exotic places to visit. They have been on 24 cruises over the years and have traveled to many countries.

The Boyers share their prosperity through generous contributions to the charitable organizations that they admire and support. Through a charitable gift annuity with the Masonic Homes, the Boyers not only help to perpetuate the high level of care provided to Masonic Homes' residents, but they also receive a substantial income tax deduction and an income stream that benefits both of their lives.

The Boyers made this commitment because of their vested interest in the future of the Masonic Homes and its ability to provide fraternal care to the members of the Family of Freemasonry who need it most. If you would like to learn more about how you can support the Masonic Homes while enjoying the benefits of a charitable gift annuity, please call the Office of Gift Planning and ask for Bro. Alvin H. Blitz, Esq., Chief Director of Gift Planning, or Bro. John R. McFadden, Director of Gift Planning­East Region, at (800) 599-6454 or (717) 367-1121, extension 33311. Western Pennsylvania brethren and friends may contact Jane W. Binley, Director of Gift Planning­West Region, at (866) 872-0664 or (412) 741-1400, extension 3011.