01/28/2021
Brethren, this morning we have been informed of the passing of Past Grand Master Kenneth Eccles Dyer, and his lovely Lady, Gloria, earlier this morning. Details are currently vague, but Brother Dyer collapsed and, upon him being pronounced deceased, his Lady followed him home.
Ken is a Brother whose influence and offices in Freemasonry run so deep that it would take several pages to inform you of all of his service and accolades through the years. Here are just a few highlights.
Most Worshipful Brother Ken Dyer served as Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Mississippi, F. & A. M. in 2013-2014. He was currently serving as the Chairman of both the Finance & Printing and Perpetual Membership Committees. He also served on the Board of Directors for the GL of MS Foundation.
Companion Dyer served as Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons of Mississippi in 2011, and as Illustrious Grand Master of Royal and Select Masters of Mississippi in 2002.
Sir Knight Dyer served as Grand Commander of the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Mississippi in 2005.
It is certainly not our intent to leave anything out. Brother Dyer was particularly heavily involved with York Rite Freemasonry, including offices within the General Grand bodies, and I trust many others will be able to share stories of his laudable work.
"He who trusteth in the Lord, and whose hope the Lord is, shall be as a tree planted by the waters and that spreadeth out her roots by the river, and suffereth not when the hot days come, but her leaf shall continue green; neither shall be consumed in the year of drought, neither shall cease from bearing fruit."
Arrangements: Services, with Masonic Funeral Rites, will be at 1pm on Wednesday February 3rd, 2021 at Lowndes Funeral Home in Columbus MS. The family invites all who knew them to attend. The service will be outdoors to accommodate for a large attendance.
Farewell my Brother. 🌿