2239 Democrat Road A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Inc. That was the first hook that we really understood what mom and dad were talking about. I am where I am today because of his encouragement. What has the Shrine fraternity meant to you? And to serve with Bill and for Bill, and now have Bill be the Imperial Potentate, I'm proud of the entire shrine here. Their willingness, not only willingness, but it's almost a drive for them to serve other people. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. One boat made it to the coast of Atlantic City, and Shriners in full regalia waded into the ocean to help pull the boat to shore. It takes a remarkable individual to obtain such a prodigious title. HWrC?&SwI$*x2,o@> Z`0Ee[t/`is3W7ir}e--7.5AfRo o" 9x{va:Eh2Gwa. Jim was a terrific Mason and a terrific Shriner. The difference that the shrine had made. I've broken over 60 bones in my lifetime, but we lost count, so it's a good ballpark. to whom all lesser lights salaam, 2239 Democrat Road Any reproduction, retransmission, distribution, or republication of all or part of any images, text programs, and other materials found on this site is expressly prohibited unless The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas or the copyright owner of the material has expressly granted its prior written consent. Bailey is an emeritus member of the Iowa Corporation and an emeritus member of the Board of Governors of Shriners Children's Chicago. In 1989 Illustrious Sir Peter Rhodes was appointed Director General, and this was, at the time expected to be the largest Imperial session in history with no less than 100,000 Shriners expected to attendance. At the 2005 Imperial Session in Baltimore, Maryland, Bailey was awarded the Imperial Potentates Award of Merit the highest honor in the fraternity. Dad would always, rather than telling me, how was school? My grandmother lived with us, my mother's mother, and very astute business woman. I couldn't imagine being raised by a better mother. Above all Rameses Shriners believes that the Shrine is Fun with a Purpose. And he and Bill were the closest that close could be. Bill Bailey and his wife, Debby, have been happily married for 44 years and are extremely proud to have two sons, Rob Bailey and Ross Bailey, to follow the family tradition of becoming Shriners. The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas reserves the right to remove any link from this site for any or no reason. Every summer, Shriners from around the world come together for their annual business meeting, known as Imperial Session. He has been hospital liaison to the Erie hospital, the Cincinnati hospital, which is now Shriners Childrens Ohio, the Houston hospital, which is now Shriners Childrens Texas, the Greenville hospital and the Shreveport hospital, and is currently serving as liaison to both the Twin Cities clinic and the Canada hospital. The Shiners fraternity and the fez, it means everything to me. And as I call him, Little Billy, as my mother called him, Willy [Lump Lump 00:01:02]. Bill Bailey's heart has always been in it. That's what they deserve, that they could go play. (https://gateway.okhistory.org/ark:/67531/metadc516577/: Memphis, Tennessee 38132. All images, text, and other materials posted on this site are subject to copyrights owned by The Imperial Council of Shriners and the Supreme Court DOI -PHO & Commonwealth of the Bahamas or other. Of Thomas A. Edison Industries Of Mcgraw-Edison Co. STRINGFELLOW, GEORGE E. / SHRINE / IMPERIAL POTENTATE / VICE-PRES. Potentates (both past and present) are addressed as Illustrious Sir, Imperial Potentates (both past and present) and members of the Imperial Divan are addressed as Imperial Sir, while all other Shriners are addressed as Noble. The official Facebook page of the Imperial Potentate of Shriners International. Three hours after I was born, my brother Bill was born. I've been with the organization almost three decades. William S. "Bill" Bailey, 33, the 2021-2022 Imperial Potentate of Shriners International and his father, Robert B. Bailey, 33, Past Imperial Potentate of Shriners International in 1995-1996, are only the second father and son to serve as Imperial Potentates of Shriners International. What's most important is that you leave them financially more secure, but you also try to grow both the hospitals and the fraternity and make them stronger. Bill Bailey was born and raised in Ogden Dunes, Indiana, a small lakeside community built on the shores of Lake Michigan, where he and his wife, Debby, currently reside. It was at this meeting that a group of men were endowed with rights and privileges to advance the Order of the Mystic Shrine and create subordinate Temples. She went to work every day. He is a member of the Arab Patrol, Motor Patrol, Oriental Band, Sportsmans Club and the South Lake County Shrine Club. Pleasant Lodge No. 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. And she and I were in the same apartment complex, and I actually could see her door from my window, and just kept seeing this cute young girl. Rameses Shriners shares jurisdictions in the Province of Ontario with Tunis Shriners in Ottawa Ontario and Mocha Shriners in London Ontario. We want to do as much as we can to raise membership and let people know the fun and fellowship that there is within the shrine. But still, there is no adequate response from the American or global Black community. He ran over my sign. The story that got me the most was when my mom and dad came home and told me about a visit to a shrine hospital. I spared no expense on that. Imperial Potentate's Address 3 young Black men. And I think that Shriners are dedicated, they're passionate, and I think that my dad is above and beyond. Past Potentate all, not raw nor new, The award recognizes outstanding achievement and selfless contributions to Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children. Bill received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Evansville in Indiana and is the third generation in his family to graduate from the university. The building is also available for rentals and hosts a numbers of other organizations on a regular basis. 15. We had a wonderful family. Harram Temple No. Are you interested in becoming a Shriner? . Ross is married to Jessica, and they also have two children, Henry Michael and Finn Joseph. The wide variety of photographs accompanied stories in the newspapers. This site is intended to be maintained in a manner consistent with United States copyright laws. He served for four years on the Ogden Dunes Town Council, including as its President in 1995, and also served as Vice-President of the Ogden Dunes Home Association. Outside the Shrine, Bill Bailey has served as a Session Elder for the Ogden Dunes Community Church and is currently a Trustee of the Ogden Dunes Community Church Corporation. 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. Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. He has been hospital liaison to the Erie hospital, the Cincinnati hospital, which is now Shriners Childrens Ohio, the Houston hospital, which is now Shriners Childrens Texas, the Greenville hospital and the Shreveport hospital, and is currently serving as liaison to both the Twin Cities clinic and the Canada hospital. 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. He is past Commander in Chief of the South Bend Valley of Scottish Rite, where he was coroneted with a 33rd Degree in 1997. This is to certify that Temple No. They really taught me a lot of life lessons about dedication and thoughtfulness and thinking about others. October 29, 1958. Dr. Walter M. Fleming was appointed the Grand Imperial Potentate and he, along with three other members, formed the Imperial Grand Council of the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine for the United States of America. He serves as Sovereign of the Red Cross of Constantine, is a member of the Indiana College of Rosicrucians 8th grade and is a member of DeMolay International, which recently awarded him the DeMolay Legion of Honor. His judgeships have included serving as the Assistant State Attorney, 13th Judicial Circuit Courts, Criminal County Court, and the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida. Additional Shriners in the Bailey family include Baileys cousin, the Honorable Geoffrey G. Slaughter, Associate Justice of the Indiana Supreme Court, as well as his nephew, Jordan Bailey and father-in-law, Herbert Owens. We are very proud to have had these Nobles serve as Imperial Potentate and work hard for the Shrine and Shriners Hospitals for Children. It's been a while. Thanks for coming out to the hospital today. Howard University School of Law, Washington D.C. Howard University, Washington, D.C., BA Political Science and English. Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. The family owned a Buick car dealership in Gary, Indiana, and she went off to work with my father every day. His whole family, his dad, Bob, his brother, Jim, were always so dedicated to the shrine and the shrine cause, the philanthropy of the hospital. 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. Outside the Shrine, Bill Bailey has served as a Session Elder for the Ogden Dunes Community Church and is currently a Trustee of the Ogden Dunes Community Church Corporation. I went to Illinois State University to become a teacher. Lucas, Jim respected, honored and obeyed, Please submit a form with your questions and well get back to you as soon as possible. Start your journey today and explore the brotherhood, fun and philanthropy we have to offer. He encouraged me to become a nurse because he believes in healthcare. Bill Bailey is a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana, and served as the temples Potentate in 2009. Baileys sons, Rob, who is married to Jackie, and Ross, who is married to Jessica, are both Shriners. He was Director General for the 1987 Great Lakes Shrine Association Business Session in Merrillville, Indiana. He has always had a smile. 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