Jonard Yanzon On Dec. 18th, 2022, Widows Sons Lodge held their annual installation of officers. With hundreds of Masons in attendance, Banjoe Ventura was installed as the Worshipful Master of 2023. “I will not tell you or make promises of what we are going to do this year, because we do not make promises, we take actions. … Read more
BANJOE VENTURA – TreasurerPast Master Widows Sons Lodge 869 (2023-2024) Worshipful brother Banjoe was born on November 18, 1965 in San Fernando, Pampanga Philippines. In July of 1989, he enlisted in the US Navy and migrated to San Diego, Ca. that year. Worshipful brother Banjoe is married to Amina Ventura a dedicated housewife, they have … Read more
On July 20th, 2024, in partnership with the Red Cross, Widows Sons Lodge 869 hosted its first blood drive at 27895 Diaz Rd., Temecula, CA 92590. As charity being one of the forefront of this year’s endeavors, the officers came up with an event that could capture and reach a larger group in need. Partnering … Read more
On July 20,2024, Masons of Widows Sons No. 869 hosted their second annual golf charity event. With over 100 players from lodges all over southern California, proceeds from the event will be presented to the Masonic Homes of California, with plans of a motorcycle group ride to deliver the check. Over 100 Masons from different … Read more
ART GENTILEZO – Tiler Art Gentilezo was born in the vibrant city of Bacolod, Philippines, in 1976. At the tender age of seven, he embarked on a new chapter in his life, moving with his family to the bustling city of Los Angeles, California, in 1983. This move marked the beginning of Art’s journey in … Read more
WIDOWS SONS LODGE 869 ATTENDS MGM On August 16, 2024, 500 Masons from across California and beyond gathered for the three-day Filipino Masonic event, Manlalakbay na Gurong Mason (MGM), also known as the Traveling Master Mason.Hosted by MW Manuel Luis Quezon Lodge No. 874, this year’s MGM was packed with highlights, including a third-degree conferral, … Read more
ERWIN BAYQUEN – Junior Warden Erwin Bayquen was born on November 28, 1977, in Baguio City, Philippines. In September 1992, he and his family migrated to San Francisco, California, where he has built a life centered on purpose and service. Erwin is married to Marizza Bayquen, a dedicated NICU nurse. They have three sons: Joshua, … Read more
MASONIC HOMES CHECK PRESENTATION Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels and have not CHARITY, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. And though I have the gift of prohecy and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though I have all faith so that I can move … Read more
“We achieved our goal of 50 donations! What an incredible blood drive! We’re immensely grateful for the fantastic support we’ve received, to the extent that the Red Cross ran out of bags! Unfortunately, we had to turn away many walk-ins with two hours remaining in our event. Thank you all for your unwavering support and … Read more
JONARD YANZON – Assistant Secretary Jonard Yanzon was born in Bicol, Philippines on August 15,1980. He migrated to the United States in 2004 and pursued a career in Information Technology as a Network Engineer. He currently runs his own IT consultation firm as well as working as an account executive for a distribution tech company. … Read more