AOH Patrick Ryan Division
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Check here frequently to see what the Patrick Ryan Division is doing and enjoy pictures and descriptions of our various activities and events!
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Sunday - July 30, 2023 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division annual picnic & hat party!
A fine time was had by all at the annual Patrick Ryan Division Picnic & Hat Party in Plymouth today! There were lots of good food & drink, and fraternal togetherness going on! Everyone reported that they had a very enjoyable time! Below are photos from today's event. Thanks to our officers, especially President Tim Higgins, for planning such a great afternoon for members and families!
A fine time was had by all at the annual Patrick Ryan Division Picnic & Hat Party in Plymouth today! There were lots of good food & drink, and fraternal togetherness going on! Everyone reported that they had a very enjoyable time! Below are photos from today's event. Thanks to our officers, especially President Tim Higgins, for planning such a great afternoon for members and families!
Thursday - July 20, 2023 - 2023 AOH / LAOH Michigan State Convention Postponement / Picnic Reminder
Brothers,
I regret to inform you that the sisters of the LAOH have voted to not move forward with our scheduled joint AOH/LAOH State Convention.
Individuals who have hotel reservations need to call and cancel at 810.232.5300.
State President Kelly and the Michigan State Board will select and alternate date and location for our convention. I hope more than a few of us will be able to make this new date.
However, the AOH Ryan Division Annual Picnic and "Hat Party" will continue at 3pm, on Sunday, July 30th, at the KofC Hall in Plymouth, 150 Fair St. See you at the picnic.
Yours in Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div.
Brothers,
I regret to inform you that the sisters of the LAOH have voted to not move forward with our scheduled joint AOH/LAOH State Convention.
Individuals who have hotel reservations need to call and cancel at 810.232.5300.
State President Kelly and the Michigan State Board will select and alternate date and location for our convention. I hope more than a few of us will be able to make this new date.
However, the AOH Ryan Division Annual Picnic and "Hat Party" will continue at 3pm, on Sunday, July 30th, at the KofC Hall in Plymouth, 150 Fair St. See you at the picnic.
Yours in Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div.
Monday - July 10, 2023 - AOH / LAOH Michigan State Convention information and registration...
Attached is the 2023 AOH & LAOH Michigan Convention Information sheet.
Do know that I did just made my room reservations on July 10th, despite the form saying the deadline was July 7th. Do call ASAP to get a room.
The Convention Registration deadline is fast approaching, so do get the form in the mail asap.
Hope to see you all there.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Attached is the 2023 AOH & LAOH Michigan Convention Information sheet.
Do know that I did just made my room reservations on July 10th, despite the form saying the deadline was July 7th. Do call ASAP to get a room.
The Convention Registration deadline is fast approaching, so do get the form in the mail asap.
Hope to see you all there.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
| aoh_laoh_mi_state_convention_-_cor_reg_2023_form.pdf |
Click on the file above to open and print convention & registration information!
Monday - July 10, 2023 - A message from our President, Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
I hope that everyone had a Happy & Safe Independence Day Weekend.
Since the last meeting we held our second "Dinner Out" at "The Crow's Nest" on Canton Center Road in Canton. We had eighteen brothers and their wives, family and friends attend. Special thanks to John & Cheryl McInerney and Dan & Pat Suggs who showed up early to help hold tables in the same area since The Crow's Nest would not take reservations. Turns out that we had four tables of six all right next to each other. It was grand. And the food & beverages were very good too. We'll do this again in September so keep your antenna up for news of where we will be going.
Our big summer event is the AOH/LAOH Michigan Convention. It is 28 & 29 July 2023, at the Gateway Hotel in Flint. 5353 Gateway Centre Blvd., Flint, MI 48507. The hotel offers two queen bed rooms for $109 per night. King bed w sofa are $99 per night. Both are plus tax. When you call the hotel, be sure to ask for the AOH/LAOH room rate. The Hotel's phone number is 810.232.5300.
The AOH Convention complete package is only $135. More information to follow on the convention package. As in the past, the Major Degrees will be offered at this year's convention. See below.
The AOH Major Degree Team will be here from Ohio. Because of the pandemic, this is the first time they have been to our AOH Michigan Convention in four years. As before, any brother who has not received the Major Degrees and taken the Text of our Order, are encouraged to do so. The Major Degrees will be at at 2pm, on Saturday, July 29th. The cost is #30, but is 100% reimbursable by the Ryan Division one you've received your Major Degrees. Those of us, who have already received our Major Degrees, are encouraged to observe the Degree Team conduct the ritual and confer the Major Degrees of our Order. I always make to to observe the Major Degrees at every State or National Convention I attend.
Our AOH Ryan Division Annual Picnic and Hat Party will be on Sunday, July 30th, 2023 at our meeting location, the KofC Renaud Hall, 150 Fair St., Plymouth, MI 48170. Remember to bring all those unique and different hats, or just one of your favorites.
I hope to see most of you at Tuesday's meeting.
Remember, this is your club, let's live up to our motto and have fun doing it.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
I hope that everyone had a Happy & Safe Independence Day Weekend.
Since the last meeting we held our second "Dinner Out" at "The Crow's Nest" on Canton Center Road in Canton. We had eighteen brothers and their wives, family and friends attend. Special thanks to John & Cheryl McInerney and Dan & Pat Suggs who showed up early to help hold tables in the same area since The Crow's Nest would not take reservations. Turns out that we had four tables of six all right next to each other. It was grand. And the food & beverages were very good too. We'll do this again in September so keep your antenna up for news of where we will be going.
Our big summer event is the AOH/LAOH Michigan Convention. It is 28 & 29 July 2023, at the Gateway Hotel in Flint. 5353 Gateway Centre Blvd., Flint, MI 48507. The hotel offers two queen bed rooms for $109 per night. King bed w sofa are $99 per night. Both are plus tax. When you call the hotel, be sure to ask for the AOH/LAOH room rate. The Hotel's phone number is 810.232.5300.
The AOH Convention complete package is only $135. More information to follow on the convention package. As in the past, the Major Degrees will be offered at this year's convention. See below.
The AOH Major Degree Team will be here from Ohio. Because of the pandemic, this is the first time they have been to our AOH Michigan Convention in four years. As before, any brother who has not received the Major Degrees and taken the Text of our Order, are encouraged to do so. The Major Degrees will be at at 2pm, on Saturday, July 29th. The cost is #30, but is 100% reimbursable by the Ryan Division one you've received your Major Degrees. Those of us, who have already received our Major Degrees, are encouraged to observe the Degree Team conduct the ritual and confer the Major Degrees of our Order. I always make to to observe the Major Degrees at every State or National Convention I attend.
Our AOH Ryan Division Annual Picnic and Hat Party will be on Sunday, July 30th, 2023 at our meeting location, the KofC Renaud Hall, 150 Fair St., Plymouth, MI 48170. Remember to bring all those unique and different hats, or just one of your favorites.
I hope to see most of you at Tuesday's meeting.
Remember, this is your club, let's live up to our motto and have fun doing it.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Saturday - March 11, 2023 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division "Dinner Out"...
On Saturday March 11th, AOH Patrick Ryan Division had a very enjoyable social get-together at Rose's Restaurant in Canton. Good time. Good food, etc, etc! Click on any picture below for a larger view!
On Saturday March 11th, AOH Patrick Ryan Division had a very enjoyable social get-together at Rose's Restaurant in Canton. Good time. Good food, etc, etc! Click on any picture below for a larger view!
Saturday - January 21, 2023 - A message from our President, Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Our annual "Dinner & Hockey Game" is next Saturday, January 28th.
Festivities start with "Dinner" at CJ's Brewing Company inside the USA Hockey Arena, 14900 Beck Rd., Plymouth. It is just north of M-14 on the east side of Beck Rd. We will meet inside CJ's at 4:30pm for dinner and fellowship.
This year's game is Team USA vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints. Tickets are $11 per person (if we have 10 or more people). If we don't have ten people, the price is $12 per person. The puck drops at 7:00pm.
***Those going to the dinner and /or game, please respond via email to me with your commitment to purchase and number of tickets you want, NOT LATER THAN 8PM TOMORROW, SUNDAY, JANUARY 22nd.*** My apoloties for the short suspense day and time. I will pick up the tickets and have them at CJ's for the Dinner. You can reimburse me for the cost of the tickets at that time.
Please note that Brother Rob Bovitz will have a suite directly behind our seatning section. Rob has invited everyone to stop in after the first period for a beer.
Hope to see everyone their, with family and friends. It's also a good way to invite potential members to get to see us and learn about Hibernians.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President - Patrick Ryan Division
AOH ~ Michigan
Brothers,
Our annual "Dinner & Hockey Game" is next Saturday, January 28th.
Festivities start with "Dinner" at CJ's Brewing Company inside the USA Hockey Arena, 14900 Beck Rd., Plymouth. It is just north of M-14 on the east side of Beck Rd. We will meet inside CJ's at 4:30pm for dinner and fellowship.
This year's game is Team USA vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints. Tickets are $11 per person (if we have 10 or more people). If we don't have ten people, the price is $12 per person. The puck drops at 7:00pm.
***Those going to the dinner and /or game, please respond via email to me with your commitment to purchase and number of tickets you want, NOT LATER THAN 8PM TOMORROW, SUNDAY, JANUARY 22nd.*** My apoloties for the short suspense day and time. I will pick up the tickets and have them at CJ's for the Dinner. You can reimburse me for the cost of the tickets at that time.
Please note that Brother Rob Bovitz will have a suite directly behind our seatning section. Rob has invited everyone to stop in after the first period for a beer.
Hope to see everyone their, with family and friends. It's also a good way to invite potential members to get to see us and learn about Hibernians.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President - Patrick Ryan Division
AOH ~ Michigan
Wednesday - November 16, 2022 - More from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins, 2023 Division election results
Brothers,
The following members were elected or re-elected for 2023:
President: Tim Higgins
Vice-President: Kevin Dunn
Recording Sec: Tom Kish
Financial Sec: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Mark Conroy
Ch. Standing Committee: Rob Bovitz
Marshal: Connor Moore
Sentinel: Rick St.Peter
Congratulations all.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div.
AOH ~ Michigan
Brothers,
The following members were elected or re-elected for 2023:
President: Tim Higgins
Vice-President: Kevin Dunn
Recording Sec: Tom Kish
Financial Sec: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Mark Conroy
Ch. Standing Committee: Rob Bovitz
Marshal: Connor Moore
Sentinel: Rick St.Peter
Congratulations all.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div.
AOH ~ Michigan
Thursday - September 1, 2022 - About Michael Collins... (this excerpt courtesy of AOH National History Bulletin)
Béal na Bláth, 100 Years On
Easter Monday 1916, found twenty-five year old Michael Collins at the General Post Office, serving as aide-de-camp to Easter Proclamation signatory Joseph Plunkett. A mile or so to the east, Volunteers under the command of thirty-three year old Éamon de Valera occupied Boland’s Mills and other key positions surrounding the Grand Canal Dock. By week’s end, the Rising was over and both men were in British custody, Collins marched away with the surviving GPO garrison and De Valera famously the last to comply with Pearse’s surrender order. De Valera, initially on the British short list of execution candidates, would live to the ripe old age of 92, dying in 1972 after dominating Irish politics for decades.
Collins, virtually unknown to the British in 1916, would survive the War of Independence as the most wanted man in Ireland, only to die at the hands of his countrymen six years after the Rising.
Collins, the eighth child of a farming family in County Cork, was only 15 when he moved to London, living with his sister and taking a position as a “Boy Clerk” with the Postal Savings Bank. Collins became active in the GAA and became a member of Sinn Fein, the IRB and the London Volunteers. Collins returned to Ireland in January 1916 after almost ten years in London, with planning for the Rising well underway.
De Valera, a bespectacled mathematician and Irish language enthusiast, was born in New York Limerick native Catherine Coll and a mysterious Spanish father, from whom “Dev,” as he was later known, received his distinctive surname. Young Dev, raised by his grandmother in Limerick, became active in the Gaelic revival and then joined the Irish Volunteers and the IRB, rising in influence to the point that he warranted a command during the Rising.
Collins and De Valera emerged from separate British prisons in 1917 with the same purpose, each devoting their talents toward the establishment of an Irish republic. Dev became President of Sinn Fein at the convention of 1917, with Collins elected to the party Executive.
Both men were returned to the first Dáil Éireann in the Sinn Fein landslide of 1918. Later as De Valera, President of the Dáil, toured America raising money and support for the cause, Collins, Director of Intelligence of the IRA, brilliantly directed the war effort in Ireland.
Countless volumes have been written about what came next. De Valera sent Collins to London for negotiations that resulted in the Anglo-Irish Treaty, which Dev and “anti-Treaty” Sinn Fein/IRA members rejected. The ensuing Civil War pitted the “Big Fellow,” Collins against the “Tall Fellow” De Valera.
Collins was killed in an anti-Treaty ambush at a place called Béal na Bláth, some 20 miles from his birthplace on August 22, 1922. Collins’ “Free Staters,” later the Fine Gael party, won the Civil War, but De Valera reemerged in 1926 with a new party, Fianna Fáil and led governments from 1932-48; 1951-54 and 1957-73, after which he served as President from 1959-73.
Recriminations over the Civil War have resonated in Irish politics for a century, but time and circumstances may be having an ameliorative effect. When Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael entered into their first ever coalition government in 2020, under pressure from a resurgent Sinn Fein, incoming Fianna Fail Taoiseach Michael Martin asked his Fine Gael predecessor, Leo Varadekar, to leave the portrait of Michael Collins in the Taoiseach’s office, where today it hangs next to a portrait of De Valera, bringing the Big Fellow and the Tall Fellow, in a small way, together again.
Béal na Bláth, 100 Years On
Easter Monday 1916, found twenty-five year old Michael Collins at the General Post Office, serving as aide-de-camp to Easter Proclamation signatory Joseph Plunkett. A mile or so to the east, Volunteers under the command of thirty-three year old Éamon de Valera occupied Boland’s Mills and other key positions surrounding the Grand Canal Dock. By week’s end, the Rising was over and both men were in British custody, Collins marched away with the surviving GPO garrison and De Valera famously the last to comply with Pearse’s surrender order. De Valera, initially on the British short list of execution candidates, would live to the ripe old age of 92, dying in 1972 after dominating Irish politics for decades.
Collins, virtually unknown to the British in 1916, would survive the War of Independence as the most wanted man in Ireland, only to die at the hands of his countrymen six years after the Rising.
Collins, the eighth child of a farming family in County Cork, was only 15 when he moved to London, living with his sister and taking a position as a “Boy Clerk” with the Postal Savings Bank. Collins became active in the GAA and became a member of Sinn Fein, the IRB and the London Volunteers. Collins returned to Ireland in January 1916 after almost ten years in London, with planning for the Rising well underway.
De Valera, a bespectacled mathematician and Irish language enthusiast, was born in New York Limerick native Catherine Coll and a mysterious Spanish father, from whom “Dev,” as he was later known, received his distinctive surname. Young Dev, raised by his grandmother in Limerick, became active in the Gaelic revival and then joined the Irish Volunteers and the IRB, rising in influence to the point that he warranted a command during the Rising.
Collins and De Valera emerged from separate British prisons in 1917 with the same purpose, each devoting their talents toward the establishment of an Irish republic. Dev became President of Sinn Fein at the convention of 1917, with Collins elected to the party Executive.
Both men were returned to the first Dáil Éireann in the Sinn Fein landslide of 1918. Later as De Valera, President of the Dáil, toured America raising money and support for the cause, Collins, Director of Intelligence of the IRA, brilliantly directed the war effort in Ireland.
Countless volumes have been written about what came next. De Valera sent Collins to London for negotiations that resulted in the Anglo-Irish Treaty, which Dev and “anti-Treaty” Sinn Fein/IRA members rejected. The ensuing Civil War pitted the “Big Fellow,” Collins against the “Tall Fellow” De Valera.
Collins was killed in an anti-Treaty ambush at a place called Béal na Bláth, some 20 miles from his birthplace on August 22, 1922. Collins’ “Free Staters,” later the Fine Gael party, won the Civil War, but De Valera reemerged in 1926 with a new party, Fianna Fáil and led governments from 1932-48; 1951-54 and 1957-73, after which he served as President from 1959-73.
Recriminations over the Civil War have resonated in Irish politics for a century, but time and circumstances may be having an ameliorative effect. When Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael entered into their first ever coalition government in 2020, under pressure from a resurgent Sinn Fein, incoming Fianna Fail Taoiseach Michael Martin asked his Fine Gael predecessor, Leo Varadekar, to leave the portrait of Michael Collins in the Taoiseach’s office, where today it hangs next to a portrait of De Valera, bringing the Big Fellow and the Tall Fellow, in a small way, together again.
Saturday - July 30, 2022 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division annual picnic...
Great fun at the AOH Patrick Ryan Division “Picnic & Hat Party” today!
Thanks to all who could make it and to Tim & Kitty Higgins for making it happen!
Great fun at the AOH Patrick Ryan Division “Picnic & Hat Party” today!
Thanks to all who could make it and to Tim & Kitty Higgins for making it happen!
Sunday - July 17, 2022 - More from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins, live from the AOH National Convention…
Brothers,
After some hotly contested debate the Constitutional Amendment to remove the gender requirement for the AOH has be overwhelmingly defeated.
Only two states had their full complement of delegates or 100%. Those states were Virginia with 30 delegates and North Carolina with 21 delegates. Michigan had 4 of 23 delegates. We can do better.
We had seven Resolutions:
#1 AOH John Dearie Resolution: Recognizes John Dearie for the work he did getting then presidential candidate Bill Clinton to commit to giving a vista to Gerry Adams, then president of Sinn Fein, and to appoint a special envoy for Northern Ireland. Both of these things happened ultimately resulting in the Good Friday Agreement. PASSED.
#2, FFAI Legacy. Getting the American and Irish governments to support suing the UK in European Court if they grant amnesty to those having committed murder of Irish Catholics in Northern Ireland. PASSED.
#3, Supporting the creation of an All Ireland Citizens Assembly to hear the concerns of all people living on the island of Ireland. PASSED.
#4, Social Media Anti-Bullying Resolution. Friendly amendment to oppose all forms of bullying. PASSED.
#5, Condemn domestic Violence Resolution. Includes a requirement that the Pledge to Oppose Domestic Violence be administered to each division as soon as possible. PASSED
#6, Support of Ukraine in their defense against unprovoked Russian attack. PASSED.
#7, Support for the Medal of Freedom being awarded to Jan Scruggs. PASSED.
Constitutional amendments besides the one on gender:
* Rewrite of the National Historian's duties. PASSED.
* Changing National Dues from $12 to $24 per year. Hotly debated. Proposer accepted a friendly amendment to change the increase to $20 and not $24. Will take effect with the Per-Capita due 15 Feb 2024. PASSED. As a note, I did not see this one coming because we National had recently increased our Per-Capita in the last few years. Again, this won't become effective until the dues payable on 15 Feb 2024.
* New Award: Human Dignity Award. PASSED.
* Name for new award; Father Edward J. Flanagan (founder of Boys Town). PASSED.
* Article XXX: Founders Day; Removes Founders Day and the requirement to report to the LAOH.
* Article X; Oversight Committee; removes reference to the credit card program. Spells out exactly what the Oversight Committee is responsible for. States that the Oversight Committee does not replace the Audit Committee but only prepares accounts for Audit Committee review.
Attended the Major Degree exemplification by the three year old Allegany Major Degree Team. This was only their sixth exemplification. they had 54 brothers take the major degrees and pass the test of the Order. There had to be an estimated 100 plus degreed brothers there to witness the ritual and test of the Order.
Please know that this is not intended to be a comprehensive review of the convention, but only a summary of what I believe is important or that the membership would like to know about.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
Brothers,
After some hotly contested debate the Constitutional Amendment to remove the gender requirement for the AOH has be overwhelmingly defeated.
Only two states had their full complement of delegates or 100%. Those states were Virginia with 30 delegates and North Carolina with 21 delegates. Michigan had 4 of 23 delegates. We can do better.
We had seven Resolutions:
#1 AOH John Dearie Resolution: Recognizes John Dearie for the work he did getting then presidential candidate Bill Clinton to commit to giving a vista to Gerry Adams, then president of Sinn Fein, and to appoint a special envoy for Northern Ireland. Both of these things happened ultimately resulting in the Good Friday Agreement. PASSED.
#2, FFAI Legacy. Getting the American and Irish governments to support suing the UK in European Court if they grant amnesty to those having committed murder of Irish Catholics in Northern Ireland. PASSED.
#3, Supporting the creation of an All Ireland Citizens Assembly to hear the concerns of all people living on the island of Ireland. PASSED.
#4, Social Media Anti-Bullying Resolution. Friendly amendment to oppose all forms of bullying. PASSED.
#5, Condemn domestic Violence Resolution. Includes a requirement that the Pledge to Oppose Domestic Violence be administered to each division as soon as possible. PASSED
#6, Support of Ukraine in their defense against unprovoked Russian attack. PASSED.
#7, Support for the Medal of Freedom being awarded to Jan Scruggs. PASSED.
Constitutional amendments besides the one on gender:
* Rewrite of the National Historian's duties. PASSED.
* Changing National Dues from $12 to $24 per year. Hotly debated. Proposer accepted a friendly amendment to change the increase to $20 and not $24. Will take effect with the Per-Capita due 15 Feb 2024. PASSED. As a note, I did not see this one coming because we National had recently increased our Per-Capita in the last few years. Again, this won't become effective until the dues payable on 15 Feb 2024.
* New Award: Human Dignity Award. PASSED.
* Name for new award; Father Edward J. Flanagan (founder of Boys Town). PASSED.
* Article XXX: Founders Day; Removes Founders Day and the requirement to report to the LAOH.
* Article X; Oversight Committee; removes reference to the credit card program. Spells out exactly what the Oversight Committee is responsible for. States that the Oversight Committee does not replace the Audit Committee but only prepares accounts for Audit Committee review.
Attended the Major Degree exemplification by the three year old Allegany Major Degree Team. This was only their sixth exemplification. they had 54 brothers take the major degrees and pass the test of the Order. There had to be an estimated 100 plus degreed brothers there to witness the ritual and test of the Order.
Please know that this is not intended to be a comprehensive review of the convention, but only a summary of what I believe is important or that the membership would like to know about.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
Thursday - March 10, 2022 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
The St. Patrick's Parade is upon us!! See the email below and the attachments from the Parade Company for details. Tom Kish and I will attend the mandatory meeting tonight so we will have representation.
All AOH Divisions are in the Fifth Parade Division. We will assemble at the corner of Abbott and Sixth Street not far from Most Holy Trinity by 1pm on Sunday, 13 March 2022. This year, the Ryan Division will march directly behind the AOH Michigan State Board. This has never happened before in the 20 years I've attended the parade.
My CHALLENGE TO ALL OF YOU; if you've not been to the parade in the past three five years, I want you to join us and march in the parade.
If only half our membership came, and half of them brings a friend or relative, we will have 45 people march with the Ryan Division. Imagine that! Let's make that happen. It's up to you.
For those who want to; some of us meet each year at the Red Olive on Ann Arbor Road in Plymouth at 8am on Parade Day morning for breakfast and fellowship. Afterwards, we travel to the Gaelic League ($10 cover if not a member) and then enjoy ourselves until it's time to move to the assembly area by Most Holy Trinity.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unit and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
The St. Patrick's Parade is upon us!! See the email below and the attachments from the Parade Company for details. Tom Kish and I will attend the mandatory meeting tonight so we will have representation.
All AOH Divisions are in the Fifth Parade Division. We will assemble at the corner of Abbott and Sixth Street not far from Most Holy Trinity by 1pm on Sunday, 13 March 2022. This year, the Ryan Division will march directly behind the AOH Michigan State Board. This has never happened before in the 20 years I've attended the parade.
My CHALLENGE TO ALL OF YOU; if you've not been to the parade in the past three five years, I want you to join us and march in the parade.
If only half our membership came, and half of them brings a friend or relative, we will have 45 people march with the Ryan Division. Imagine that! Let's make that happen. It's up to you.
For those who want to; some of us meet each year at the Red Olive on Ann Arbor Road in Plymouth at 8am on Parade Day morning for breakfast and fellowship. Afterwards, we travel to the Gaelic League ($10 cover if not a member) and then enjoy ourselves until it's time to move to the assembly area by Most Holy Trinity.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unit and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
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| st._patricks_day_parade_orientation_presentation.pdf |
Thursday - March 10, 2022 - A message from Michigan State Board Vice President Tim Higgins...
Brother Michigan State Officers Elected & Appointed, and Michigan County & Division Officers,
We will have our Q2 AOH Michigan State Board Meeting at on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at at a yet TBD hotel in the Lansing area.
Besides a regular State Board meeting, we will also have classes for the division officers. Those who want to come the night before we'll have a mixer and go to dinner. This is a great way to build Hibernian fellowship.
Also, wives are invited to attend. During our meeting and training, they will be have their own activities in the area nearby.
The State Board will be providing a stipend to help mitigate the cost of driving to Lansing and home again.
Every Division needs to send their President, Vice-President, Financial Secretary and Treasurer to this important meeting. All other officers are welcome to attend.
Please let State Recording Secretary Sullivan know who is attending from your division.
Hotel information, exact location, and information for the wives will be published as soon as it is available.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
Vice-President
AOH Michigan State Board
Brother Michigan State Officers Elected & Appointed, and Michigan County & Division Officers,
We will have our Q2 AOH Michigan State Board Meeting at on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at at a yet TBD hotel in the Lansing area.
Besides a regular State Board meeting, we will also have classes for the division officers. Those who want to come the night before we'll have a mixer and go to dinner. This is a great way to build Hibernian fellowship.
Also, wives are invited to attend. During our meeting and training, they will be have their own activities in the area nearby.
The State Board will be providing a stipend to help mitigate the cost of driving to Lansing and home again.
Every Division needs to send their President, Vice-President, Financial Secretary and Treasurer to this important meeting. All other officers are welcome to attend.
Please let State Recording Secretary Sullivan know who is attending from your division.
Hotel information, exact location, and information for the wives will be published as soon as it is available.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
Vice-President
AOH Michigan State Board
Sunday - November 21, 2021 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
The following members were elected or reelected to lead our division in 2022.
Congratulations to all those chosen to lead the Patrick Ryan Division next year.
AOH Ryan Division Officers for 2022
President: Tim Higgins
Vice President: Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary: Tom Kish
Financial Secretary: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Mark Conroy
Chairman of the Standing Committee: Rob Bovitz
Marshal: Connor Moore
Sentinel: Kevin Dunn
Installation of officers will be conducted during our regular meeting on January 11th, 2022.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving next week and stay safe everyone.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH - Michigan
Brothers,
The following members were elected or reelected to lead our division in 2022.
Congratulations to all those chosen to lead the Patrick Ryan Division next year.
AOH Ryan Division Officers for 2022
President: Tim Higgins
Vice President: Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary: Tom Kish
Financial Secretary: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Mark Conroy
Chairman of the Standing Committee: Rob Bovitz
Marshal: Connor Moore
Sentinel: Kevin Dunn
Installation of officers will be conducted during our regular meeting on January 11th, 2022.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving next week and stay safe everyone.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH - Michigan
Thursday - October 28, 2021 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Mark you calendar!! "Our Annual Christmas Party is Back" after being canceled in 2020 because of COVID.
This year's Christmas Party will be 5pm, Saturday, 4 December 2021, at our normal meeting location, the KofC hall at 150 Fair St., Plymouth, Michigan.
This year our meal will be provided, once again, by "Halina's Catering". Our menu includes "City Chicken", Pork Chops, Meatballs with Gravy and Mashed Potations.
Cost is $10 per person. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. This is a BYOB (bring your own beverages & glassware). The division will provide ice, pop and water, as well as, plenty of plastic bags so everyone will be able to take leftovers home.
Contacted VP Joe Kelly to RSVP. Please remember this event is open to family & friends. You can reach Joe at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059.
The food and company are excellent. Come celebrate the Christmas Season with your Hibernian family. This is not to be missed. Hope to see you all there.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
Mark you calendar!! "Our Annual Christmas Party is Back" after being canceled in 2020 because of COVID.
This year's Christmas Party will be 5pm, Saturday, 4 December 2021, at our normal meeting location, the KofC hall at 150 Fair St., Plymouth, Michigan.
This year our meal will be provided, once again, by "Halina's Catering". Our menu includes "City Chicken", Pork Chops, Meatballs with Gravy and Mashed Potations.
Cost is $10 per person. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. This is a BYOB (bring your own beverages & glassware). The division will provide ice, pop and water, as well as, plenty of plastic bags so everyone will be able to take leftovers home.
Contacted VP Joe Kelly to RSVP. Please remember this event is open to family & friends. You can reach Joe at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059.
The food and company are excellent. Come celebrate the Christmas Season with your Hibernian family. This is not to be missed. Hope to see you all there.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Tuesday - October 19, 2021 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing our long time Hibernian Brother and Friend, Mark Gunn. Mark was a long time Marshal of the Ryan Division insuring that our meeting place was always configured according to Hibernian ritual.
Mark was always there to help out during Irish baked good sales at the Detroit Feis, putting food packs together during the annual Kids Against Hunger event each May, and marching with the Ryan Division in the Detroit St. Patrick's Parade each March. He was proud of his military service with the Field Artillery of the US Army where was was the "Chief of Smoke" for his Battery. He was also a good friend of mine. He will be missed.
Details of his passing and funeral services are unknown as I write this, but I'll be sure to inform you as details become available.
Please include Mark and the Gunn family in your prayers.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
Division 2, Wayne County, Michigan
Ancient Order of Hibernians
Brothers,
It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing our long time Hibernian Brother and Friend, Mark Gunn. Mark was a long time Marshal of the Ryan Division insuring that our meeting place was always configured according to Hibernian ritual.
Mark was always there to help out during Irish baked good sales at the Detroit Feis, putting food packs together during the annual Kids Against Hunger event each May, and marching with the Ryan Division in the Detroit St. Patrick's Parade each March. He was proud of his military service with the Field Artillery of the US Army where was was the "Chief of Smoke" for his Battery. He was also a good friend of mine. He will be missed.
Details of his passing and funeral services are unknown as I write this, but I'll be sure to inform you as details become available.
Please include Mark and the Gunn family in your prayers.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
Division 2, Wayne County, Michigan
Ancient Order of Hibernians
This is Mark at our Ryan Division picnic in August, just two short months ago.
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Wednesday - May 5, 2021 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Those in the metro Detroit area wishing to carpool to this Saturday's AOH State Board meeting in Grand Rapids will meet:
By 8am, Saturday, May 8th.
Behind the Red Robin Restaurant at
On Six Mile Road, Just east of I-275 in Livonia, MI.
If interested, first let me know by responding to this email, and second, if you can drive, let me know.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Timothy Higgins
Vice-President
Michigan State Board
Ancient Order of Hibernians
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AOH State Board Meeting
11:00am, May 8th, 2021, Grand Rapids Mi.
Brothers
This Pandemic of COVID 19 is still trying to raise its ugly head and made the positive case numbers in our state extremely high at this present time; however, with many of us receiving our second vaccine, maybe we will find many of these positive cases dropping. In any case, I hope this letter finds all of you and your families safe. Our President Mike Kelly has announced that we will have a State Board Meeting on Saturday, May 8th, 2021 in Grand Rapids. The meeting will take place at 11:00 am at Quinn & Tuites, 1535 Plainfield Ave, NE, Grand Rapids, Mi. The focus of this meeting will be a discussion about the State Convention.
Of course masks will be required and social distancing will be the order of the day while moving around. It is asked that all divisions try and send a representative to this meeting. If, in fact your division is unable to send a representative, it would be appreciated you answer this e-mail and let us know.
Slainte’ and thank you
Tom Kish
Recording Secretary
AOH State Board of Michigan
PS: For those in the Detroit metro area who would like to carpool will meet at 8am, on Saturday, May 8th, will meet behind the Red Robin at Six Mile Road and I-275. If you want to carpool, contact VP Tim Higgins at irishtim80@aol.com asap. If you can drive, let him know and how many passengers you can take.
Brothers,
Those in the metro Detroit area wishing to carpool to this Saturday's AOH State Board meeting in Grand Rapids will meet:
By 8am, Saturday, May 8th.
Behind the Red Robin Restaurant at
On Six Mile Road, Just east of I-275 in Livonia, MI.
If interested, first let me know by responding to this email, and second, if you can drive, let me know.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Timothy Higgins
Vice-President
Michigan State Board
Ancient Order of Hibernians
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AOH State Board Meeting
11:00am, May 8th, 2021, Grand Rapids Mi.
Brothers
This Pandemic of COVID 19 is still trying to raise its ugly head and made the positive case numbers in our state extremely high at this present time; however, with many of us receiving our second vaccine, maybe we will find many of these positive cases dropping. In any case, I hope this letter finds all of you and your families safe. Our President Mike Kelly has announced that we will have a State Board Meeting on Saturday, May 8th, 2021 in Grand Rapids. The meeting will take place at 11:00 am at Quinn & Tuites, 1535 Plainfield Ave, NE, Grand Rapids, Mi. The focus of this meeting will be a discussion about the State Convention.
Of course masks will be required and social distancing will be the order of the day while moving around. It is asked that all divisions try and send a representative to this meeting. If, in fact your division is unable to send a representative, it would be appreciated you answer this e-mail and let us know.
Slainte’ and thank you
Tom Kish
Recording Secretary
AOH State Board of Michigan
PS: For those in the Detroit metro area who would like to carpool will meet at 8am, on Saturday, May 8th, will meet behind the Red Robin at Six Mile Road and I-275. If you want to carpool, contact VP Tim Higgins at irishtim80@aol.com asap. If you can drive, let him know and how many passengers you can take.
Tuesday - April 13, 2021 - Our latest division newsletter is now available for your reading pleasure. Click on the "Newsletter" tab at the top of this page to see our archive of division newsletters, including this April 2021 edition.
Monday - March 15, 2021 - Cardinal Joseph Tobin, the Archbishop Of Newark, New Jersey, is a proud member of the Patrick Ryan Division and we are proud to have him in our membership ranks as well! He was one of our early Division Chaplains back in the 1980s. Here is a reply Cardinal Tobin sent us in response to his receipt of his membership card this year. It's interesting reading and included here for your attention.
Tuesday - February 9, 2021 - Our latest division newsletter is now available for your reading pleasure. Click on the "Newsletter" tab at the top of this page to see our archive of division newsletters, including this February 2021 edition.
Friday - January 1, 2021 - HAPPY. NEW YEAR, BROTHERS!!!
Tuesday - December 8, 2020 - Our latest division newsletter is now available for your reading pleasure. Click on the "Newsletter" tab at the top of this page to see our archive of division newsletters, including this December 2020 edition.
Friday - October 9, 2020 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Welcome to October. The holidays and the end of the year are just around the corner. While the year is winding down, the COVID-19 pandemic goes on. Since we are at the start of the cold and flu season, it is best that our monthly meetings will continue be by Zoom for the time being. The login and password can be found in the top left corner of this newsletter and below in the body of this newsletter below. Our Zoom meeting will be at 7:30pm, this Tuesday, October 13th.
We Irish know that our Celtic ancestors celebrated the pagan holiday of Samhain, pronounced "Sow-win" which evolved into Halloween and All Saints Day. According to History.com, " Samhain was usually celebrated from October 31 to November 1 to welcome in the harvest and usher in “the dark half of the year.” Celebrants believe that the barriers between the physical world and the spirit world break down during Samhain, allowing more interaction between humans and denizens of the Otherworld.
Looming as large, or larger than the pandemic, is the 2020 Election. Please know that in accordance with our National Constitution, our Order does not support, or endorse, candidates for political office. Yes, everyone is encouraged to vote as it is our civic duty. All are encouraged to vote your conscience. With a bit of luck, we just may know who has won the presidential election by our meeting in November.
Speaking of elections, at our October Zoom meeting, we will open nominations for our officers for 2021. Everyone is encouraged to run for a division office. During the November meeting we will reopen nominations and conduct the election that night. Besides the officer positions, their are multiple chairmanships available. Questions, please speak to any of our current officers or myself.
Back on October 1st, I represented the Ryan Division at the first UIS meeting since last February. Since attendance was limited and subject to COVID restrictions, no items were voted on or major decisions made. It does look like at the next UIS meeting on October 15th, the UIS will vote to keep the same parade theme, Grand Marshal, etc. Other items are still up in the air, such as, how to handle the thousands of Parade Times that were printed but never distributed, as well, deciding on a deadline to make the decision to cancel the 2021 parade if that becomes necessary. As of the meeting on Oct 1st, that date will be either November 15th or December 15th. Those who want to attend the UIS meeting on October 15th at Monaghan KofC, please let me know.
During this month's meeting, I will open the floor for the first of two presentations (Oct and Nov) in support of other charities that we have not supported this year. Please see the deals in the body of this newsletter below.
Lastly, the membership will discuss this year's Christmas Party. Do we want to have one? If you can't be on the Zoom call for this discussion, please do respond to this email and let me know what your thoughts are on this important subject.
Remember, this is your club, so when this COVID-19 pandemic is behind us (and it to will pass), let's live up to our motto and have fun doing it.
Stay Safe.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
Welcome to October. The holidays and the end of the year are just around the corner. While the year is winding down, the COVID-19 pandemic goes on. Since we are at the start of the cold and flu season, it is best that our monthly meetings will continue be by Zoom for the time being. The login and password can be found in the top left corner of this newsletter and below in the body of this newsletter below. Our Zoom meeting will be at 7:30pm, this Tuesday, October 13th.
We Irish know that our Celtic ancestors celebrated the pagan holiday of Samhain, pronounced "Sow-win" which evolved into Halloween and All Saints Day. According to History.com, " Samhain was usually celebrated from October 31 to November 1 to welcome in the harvest and usher in “the dark half of the year.” Celebrants believe that the barriers between the physical world and the spirit world break down during Samhain, allowing more interaction between humans and denizens of the Otherworld.
Looming as large, or larger than the pandemic, is the 2020 Election. Please know that in accordance with our National Constitution, our Order does not support, or endorse, candidates for political office. Yes, everyone is encouraged to vote as it is our civic duty. All are encouraged to vote your conscience. With a bit of luck, we just may know who has won the presidential election by our meeting in November.
Speaking of elections, at our October Zoom meeting, we will open nominations for our officers for 2021. Everyone is encouraged to run for a division office. During the November meeting we will reopen nominations and conduct the election that night. Besides the officer positions, their are multiple chairmanships available. Questions, please speak to any of our current officers or myself.
Back on October 1st, I represented the Ryan Division at the first UIS meeting since last February. Since attendance was limited and subject to COVID restrictions, no items were voted on or major decisions made. It does look like at the next UIS meeting on October 15th, the UIS will vote to keep the same parade theme, Grand Marshal, etc. Other items are still up in the air, such as, how to handle the thousands of Parade Times that were printed but never distributed, as well, deciding on a deadline to make the decision to cancel the 2021 parade if that becomes necessary. As of the meeting on Oct 1st, that date will be either November 15th or December 15th. Those who want to attend the UIS meeting on October 15th at Monaghan KofC, please let me know.
During this month's meeting, I will open the floor for the first of two presentations (Oct and Nov) in support of other charities that we have not supported this year. Please see the deals in the body of this newsletter below.
Lastly, the membership will discuss this year's Christmas Party. Do we want to have one? If you can't be on the Zoom call for this discussion, please do respond to this email and let me know what your thoughts are on this important subject.
Remember, this is your club, so when this COVID-19 pandemic is behind us (and it to will pass), let's live up to our motto and have fun doing it.
Stay Safe.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Monday - September 21, 2020 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Our "Fundraising Night" at the Texas Roadhouse is TOMORROW, Tuesday, September 22nd at the Texas Roadhouse in Westland at 36750 Ford Road. You must have a copy of the attached flyer!!
The Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchases to the Ryan Division. You can take advantage of "Call Ahead Seating" at 734.729.4570.
HOWEVER, if you don't want to go into the restaurant, but do want to participate, YES, they will honor the flyer for pickup orders. DO BE SURE TO TELL THEM YOU HAVE A DONATON FLYER (see attached) WHEN YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER BY PHONE!!
You are encouraged to invite as many people as you can get these flyers in the hands of, but they won't let you stand outside and pass them out.
Hope to "see" you all at the Texas Roadhouse tomorrow..
Tim
Brothers,
Our "Fundraising Night" at the Texas Roadhouse is TOMORROW, Tuesday, September 22nd at the Texas Roadhouse in Westland at 36750 Ford Road. You must have a copy of the attached flyer!!
The Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchases to the Ryan Division. You can take advantage of "Call Ahead Seating" at 734.729.4570.
HOWEVER, if you don't want to go into the restaurant, but do want to participate, YES, they will honor the flyer for pickup orders. DO BE SURE TO TELL THEM YOU HAVE A DONATON FLYER (see attached) WHEN YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER BY PHONE!!
You are encouraged to invite as many people as you can get these flyers in the hands of, but they won't let you stand outside and pass them out.
Hope to "see" you all at the Texas Roadhouse tomorrow..
Tim
| aoh_10__flyer__1_.pdf |
Tuesday - August 11, 2020 - A message from AOH Walsh Division...
GOOD NEWS!
The AOH Hall in Redford is opening August 21st. Please see attached flyer and spread the word to all your family and friends.
Come on down and support your club!!
GOOD NEWS!
The AOH Hall in Redford is opening August 21st. Please see attached flyer and spread the word to all your family and friends.
Come on down and support your club!!
Monday - August 10, 2020 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Our fundraiser at the Texas Roadhouse is set for Tuesday, September 22nd, two weeks after our meeting that month. Attached, please find a copy of the AOH 10% Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser. The filer can be used between 4pm and 10pm that day. Please print copies and give them to your friends, neighbors and relatives. You don't have to be a member of the AOH to help with this fundraiser. I hope everyone can be there because I would like to see as many of you in person as possible.
Tim Higgins, President
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
Our fundraiser at the Texas Roadhouse is set for Tuesday, September 22nd, two weeks after our meeting that month. Attached, please find a copy of the AOH 10% Texas Roadhouse Fundraiser. The filer can be used between 4pm and 10pm that day. Please print copies and give them to your friends, neighbors and relatives. You don't have to be a member of the AOH to help with this fundraiser. I hope everyone can be there because I would like to see as many of you in person as possible.
Tim Higgins, President
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
| aoh_10__flyer.pdf |
Monday - August 10, 2020 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Our Annual Picnic and Hat Party will be at the KofC Hall in Plymouth, from noon till 4pm, NEXT Saturday, August 15th!! Because of COVID-19 concerns, everyone is asked to "bring your own picnic" food. This will eliminate the need to share serving utensils. Everyone is encouraged to social distance and wear masks. Also, bring your own lawn chairs if you want to sit outside. The division will provide individual bottles of water and pop, so again, there will be no need to share. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL TO LET ME KNOW THAT YOU PLAN TO ATTEND AND HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL BE WITH YOU.
Tim Higgins, President
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
Our Annual Picnic and Hat Party will be at the KofC Hall in Plymouth, from noon till 4pm, NEXT Saturday, August 15th!! Because of COVID-19 concerns, everyone is asked to "bring your own picnic" food. This will eliminate the need to share serving utensils. Everyone is encouraged to social distance and wear masks. Also, bring your own lawn chairs if you want to sit outside. The division will provide individual bottles of water and pop, so again, there will be no need to share. PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS EMAIL TO LET ME KNOW THAT YOU PLAN TO ATTEND AND HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL BE WITH YOU.
Tim Higgins, President
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
Wednesday - June 24, 2020 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
It is with deep sympathy, I am sharing news of the passing of our brother Bob McGovern this past Saturday, June 20, 2020. He is an Honorary Life member of K of C with his 3 degrees accomplished in 1952! He is also a longtime member of the AOH. Please keep Bob and the family in your prayers during this difficult time.
The funeral information is below.
Visitation:
Thursday, June 25, 2020 from 08:45 - 09:45 AM
L. J. Griffin Funeral Home at 42600 Ford Road in Canton, MI.
Funeral Mass:
Thursday, June 25, 2020
10:30 AM
St. Thomas a'Becket
Obituary link:
https://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/flint/obituary.aspx?n=robert-mcgovern&pid=196382794&fhid=40349
Tim Higgins, President
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
Brothers,
It is with deep sympathy, I am sharing news of the passing of our brother Bob McGovern this past Saturday, June 20, 2020. He is an Honorary Life member of K of C with his 3 degrees accomplished in 1952! He is also a longtime member of the AOH. Please keep Bob and the family in your prayers during this difficult time.
The funeral information is below.
Visitation:
Thursday, June 25, 2020 from 08:45 - 09:45 AM
L. J. Griffin Funeral Home at 42600 Ford Road in Canton, MI.
Funeral Mass:
Thursday, June 25, 2020
10:30 AM
St. Thomas a'Becket
Obituary link:
https://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/flint/obituary.aspx?n=robert-mcgovern&pid=196382794&fhid=40349
Tim Higgins, President
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
Tuesday - May 12, 2020 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Our first attempt at a video meeting has been peppered in technical difficulties.
The May meeting has been rescheduled to next Tuesday, May 19th, at the same time, 7:30pm. This is a week from tonight.
The conference ID is unchanged: XXX XXX XXXX.
However, the meeting password is different by one letter. The correct pass word is: XXXXXX You'll noticed that the second to last letter is a "b" and not a "d".
I apologize for this issue.
Thank you for your understanding.
Tim
Note - For security, the meeting ID and password are not listed here. Check your email for this information and Tim's instructions.
Brothers,
Our first attempt at a video meeting has been peppered in technical difficulties.
The May meeting has been rescheduled to next Tuesday, May 19th, at the same time, 7:30pm. This is a week from tonight.
The conference ID is unchanged: XXX XXX XXXX.
However, the meeting password is different by one letter. The correct pass word is: XXXXXX You'll noticed that the second to last letter is a "b" and not a "d".
I apologize for this issue.
Thank you for your understanding.
Tim
Note - For security, the meeting ID and password are not listed here. Check your email for this information and Tim's instructions.
Thursday - December 19, 2019 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Merry Christmas!! This is a friendly reminder that our annual Christmas Party is this Saturday, December 21st at our normal meeting location, the K of C hall at 150 Fair St., Plymouth, Michigan.
If you have not already contacted VP Joe Kelly, and still want to celebrate with your Hibernian family, it's not too late. I know people and can get you in. Please remember this event is open to family & friends.
Door opens 5:00pm with main dinner items catered by Laurel Manor at 5:30pm. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Cost is $10 per person. This is a BYOB (bring your own beverages & glassware). The division will provide ice, pop and water. There is a limited amount of beer from the last division picnic that is available on a first come, first serve basis. When it's gone, it gone.
If you have not already paid your $10 per person, Joe will accept payment on Saturated at the party. Regardless, you can reach Joe at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059.
The food and company are excellent. Come celebrate the Christmas Season with your Hibernian family. This is not to be missed. Hope to see you all there.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
Merry Christmas!! This is a friendly reminder that our annual Christmas Party is this Saturday, December 21st at our normal meeting location, the K of C hall at 150 Fair St., Plymouth, Michigan.
If you have not already contacted VP Joe Kelly, and still want to celebrate with your Hibernian family, it's not too late. I know people and can get you in. Please remember this event is open to family & friends.
Door opens 5:00pm with main dinner items catered by Laurel Manor at 5:30pm. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Cost is $10 per person. This is a BYOB (bring your own beverages & glassware). The division will provide ice, pop and water. There is a limited amount of beer from the last division picnic that is available on a first come, first serve basis. When it's gone, it gone.
If you have not already paid your $10 per person, Joe will accept payment on Saturated at the party. Regardless, you can reach Joe at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059.
The food and company are excellent. Come celebrate the Christmas Season with your Hibernian family. This is not to be missed. Hope to see you all there.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Friday - December 5, 2019 - With the end of the year approaching, our dues for 2020 are due now through the end of 2019. Don't wait!! PAY YOUR DUES FOR 2020 TODAY. Dues must be paid by December 31st. Dues can be paid at our December 10th meeting or mailed to Mike Riley to the following address: 2848 Wakefield Drive, Canton, MI 48188.
Dues are $40 for regular members or $35 for retirees. Make checks payable to AOH Ryan Division. Priests and Associate members are exempt from paying dues. After dues payments are made, you will receive your membership card when AOH National provides them.
Dues are $40 for regular members or $35 for retirees. Make checks payable to AOH Ryan Division. Priests and Associate members are exempt from paying dues. After dues payments are made, you will receive your membership card when AOH National provides them.
Wednesday - November 13, 2019 - Congratulations to the following men elected as officers at last night’s general meeting to lead AOH Patrick Ryan Division through 2020!
President: Timothy Higgins
Vice-President: Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary: Tom Kish
Financial Secretary: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Mark Conroy
CSC: Bill Brang
Marshal: Vacant (will be filled at a later date)
Sentinel: Conner Moore.
President: Timothy Higgins
Vice-President: Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary: Tom Kish
Financial Secretary: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Mark Conroy
CSC: Bill Brang
Marshal: Vacant (will be filled at a later date)
Sentinel: Conner Moore.
Monday - November 11, 2019 - REMINDER! Tomorrow night's Ryan Division monthly meeting will include a second reading of officer nominations followed by a vote for your 2020 officer selections. Have you considered being a division officer? Have a voice in the direction of your division! You can nominate yourself or have another brother nominate you. Come and vote for sure.
These are the nominations we have so far (made at last month's meeting):President: Timothy Higgins
Vice-President: Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary: Tom Kish
Financial Secretary: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Rick St.Peter (INTENDS TO DECLINE) CSC: Bill Brang
Marshal: Mark Gunn
Sentinel: Steve White (INTENDS TO DECLINE) and Conner Moore.
Also, 2020 membership dues should be paid by December 31st. Come to the meeting and pay your 2020 dues too. Annual dues are $45 ($35 if you are retired). Checks should be made payable to AOH Patrick Ryan Division. Payments should be made to Mike Riley, Financial Secretary.
These are the nominations we have so far (made at last month's meeting):President: Timothy Higgins
Vice-President: Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary: Tom Kish
Financial Secretary: Mike Riley
Treasurer: Rick St.Peter (INTENDS TO DECLINE) CSC: Bill Brang
Marshal: Mark Gunn
Sentinel: Steve White (INTENDS TO DECLINE) and Conner Moore.
Also, 2020 membership dues should be paid by December 31st. Come to the meeting and pay your 2020 dues too. Annual dues are $45 ($35 if you are retired). Checks should be made payable to AOH Patrick Ryan Division. Payments should be made to Mike Riley, Financial Secretary.
Wednesday - September 11, 2019 - Remembering 9/11/2001 and the impact on the AOH...
Friday - September 6, 2019 - A message from Charity Poker Chairman Mike Riley...
Hello Brothers,
Our next fundraiser for our charity donations is Sept 26 - 29 (Thursday - Sunday) at Vision Lanes located at 38250 Ford Road near John Hix in Westland. It's only 3 weeks away!!
I hope you can schedule your time to help with a shift or two. Please review the information at the end of this note and let me know. Many thanks to Frank Bernacki, Bill Brang, Mark Conroy, Mark Gunn, Tim Higgins, Joe Kelly, Tom Kish, Sam Kennedy, John McInerney, Tim Dougan, Tab Morin and Rick St. Peter who have agreed to support a shift. A special thanks to Bill and John for supporting 2 shifts. Your support is much appreciated.
Note that Saturday and Sunday only have 3 of 12 shifts supported so please allocate your time for these openings. It is surprising there is a lack of support since most of you are not working during the weekend in the evening. I understand weekend social activities can conflict, but I hope some of you can please find a way to support these shifts.
You’ll get a 6 month break from my requests for this fundraising support until our next one scheduled in March 2020 (Spring!!), so I hope you have 4 hours or more for this important event.
Thanks in advance for your support to help raise funds for our charities.. Remember this is also an opportunity to spend some time with your brothers for a very good cause.
In Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Mike
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Thursday, Sept 26 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: Mark Gunn, Tom Kish, John McInerney
Thursday, Sept 26 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Bill Brang, Tab Morin, John McInerney
Friday, Sept 27 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: Tim Dougan, Sam Kennedy, Frank Bernacki
Friday, Sept 27 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Bill Brang, Joe Kelly, Open
Saturday, Sept 28 - 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Mark Conroy, Open, Open
Saturday, Sept 28 - 10:00 pm to 2:00 am: Tim Higgins, Open, Open
Sunday, Sept 29 - 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Rick St. Peter, Open, Open
Sunday, Sept 29 - 10:00 pm to 2:00 am: Open, Open, Open
Hello Brothers,
Our next fundraiser for our charity donations is Sept 26 - 29 (Thursday - Sunday) at Vision Lanes located at 38250 Ford Road near John Hix in Westland. It's only 3 weeks away!!
I hope you can schedule your time to help with a shift or two. Please review the information at the end of this note and let me know. Many thanks to Frank Bernacki, Bill Brang, Mark Conroy, Mark Gunn, Tim Higgins, Joe Kelly, Tom Kish, Sam Kennedy, John McInerney, Tim Dougan, Tab Morin and Rick St. Peter who have agreed to support a shift. A special thanks to Bill and John for supporting 2 shifts. Your support is much appreciated.
Note that Saturday and Sunday only have 3 of 12 shifts supported so please allocate your time for these openings. It is surprising there is a lack of support since most of you are not working during the weekend in the evening. I understand weekend social activities can conflict, but I hope some of you can please find a way to support these shifts.
You’ll get a 6 month break from my requests for this fundraising support until our next one scheduled in March 2020 (Spring!!), so I hope you have 4 hours or more for this important event.
Thanks in advance for your support to help raise funds for our charities.. Remember this is also an opportunity to spend some time with your brothers for a very good cause.
In Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Mike
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Thursday, Sept 26 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: Mark Gunn, Tom Kish, John McInerney
Thursday, Sept 26 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Bill Brang, Tab Morin, John McInerney
Friday, Sept 27 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: Tim Dougan, Sam Kennedy, Frank Bernacki
Friday, Sept 27 - 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Bill Brang, Joe Kelly, Open
Saturday, Sept 28 - 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Mark Conroy, Open, Open
Saturday, Sept 28 - 10:00 pm to 2:00 am: Tim Higgins, Open, Open
Sunday, Sept 29 - 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Rick St. Peter, Open, Open
Sunday, Sept 29 - 10:00 pm to 2:00 am: Open, Open, Open
Wednesday - September 4, 2019 - The fun, food and drinks were plentiful at the annual AOH Ryan Division "Picnic & Hat Party" this year. You can see from the pictures below that a wide variety of "head gear" was present this year! This year's event was held on August 24th. Click on any picture for a larger view!
Saturday - August 24, 2019 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division was a sponsor of the 16th annual Msgr. Clement Kern Council #8284 annual golf outing on August 10th. The event raised over $4000 for charity. Modeling our hole sponsor sign at the event here is brother Hans Hansen, getting reading to tee off at Hole #1 on the South Course at Fellows Creek Golf Club in Canton.
Monday - August 19, 2019 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Our annual AOH Hat Party & Ryan Division Picnic, is THIS Saturday, noon to 5pm, August 24th. At our regular meeting location, the KofC Hall in Plymouth at 150 Fair Street by the Rail Road Crossing on Lilley Rd.
New this year is that this will be a BYOB event like the Christmas Party.
We ask that that everyone bring a side dish or dessert to share in addition to your own favorite beer, wine and or spirit. The main food items will be provided by Laurel Manor Catering and will include chicken & sausage with peppers. The Ryan Division will provide water, pop, chips, paper products, plates, cups and plastic-ware.
We have a great time so don't miss it. Please feel free to invite guests and to bring your family.
Don’t forget to bring your favorite hats to show everyone. You can bring more than one hat, I do.
Scroll down the page here a bit to see a few photos from last year's Hat Party & Picnic.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div
Brothers,
Our annual AOH Hat Party & Ryan Division Picnic, is THIS Saturday, noon to 5pm, August 24th. At our regular meeting location, the KofC Hall in Plymouth at 150 Fair Street by the Rail Road Crossing on Lilley Rd.
New this year is that this will be a BYOB event like the Christmas Party.
We ask that that everyone bring a side dish or dessert to share in addition to your own favorite beer, wine and or spirit. The main food items will be provided by Laurel Manor Catering and will include chicken & sausage with peppers. The Ryan Division will provide water, pop, chips, paper products, plates, cups and plastic-ware.
We have a great time so don't miss it. Please feel free to invite guests and to bring your family.
Don’t forget to bring your favorite hats to show everyone. You can bring more than one hat, I do.
Scroll down the page here a bit to see a few photos from last year's Hat Party & Picnic.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div
Tuesday - August 13, 2019 - Congratulations to the newest member of the AOH Patrick Ryan Division, Connor Moore! Connor was initiated into the order at the August membership meeting. Pictured here are Patrick Ryan Division President Tim Higgins (left) and Connor Moore (right). Tim is presenting Connor with his certificate of new membership. Welcome, Connor!!!
Tuesday - July 9, 2019 - Congratulations to the newest member of the AOH Patrick Ryan Division, Mark Conroy! Mark was initiated into the order at the July membership meeting. Pictured here are Patrick Ryan Division President Tim Higgins (left) and Mark Conroy (right). Tim is presenting Mark with his certificate of new membership. Welcome, Mark!!!
Wednesday - June 5, 2019 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
We are working the Beer Tent again this year from 5pm till 8pm this Saturday (June 8th) at the Motor City Irish Festival at Greenmead Historical Park in Livonia.
We have four volunteers. They are: Joe Kelly, Mark Gunn, Mike O'Malley, Tim Higgins and Mike Riley as an alternate. Two more volunteers are needed. Please let me know if you can help out.
Simply tell the people at the gate that you are a volunteer from the AOH Ryan Division and that you are working the beer tent for Brian Dunleavy from 5-8pm.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
We are working the Beer Tent again this year from 5pm till 8pm this Saturday (June 8th) at the Motor City Irish Festival at Greenmead Historical Park in Livonia.
We have four volunteers. They are: Joe Kelly, Mark Gunn, Mike O'Malley, Tim Higgins and Mike Riley as an alternate. Two more volunteers are needed. Please let me know if you can help out.
Simply tell the people at the gate that you are a volunteer from the AOH Ryan Division and that you are working the beer tent for Brian Dunleavy from 5-8pm.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Thursday - May 2, 2019 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Ryan Division Brothers,
The Greater Plymouth / Canton Service Project will be upon us in only 9 Days!!.
IT IS A WEEK FROM THIS SATURDAY on May 11th at the PARC in Plymouth. Plan on meeting at 10am, we start at 10:30am.
It's time to live up to the CHARITY portion of our great motto. We are on the second shift. Because parking is at a premium, plan on being there around 10am. We'll meet in the auditorium. Wear your Ryan shirts (or anything Irish).
This year WE WILL HAVE THREE "AOH & LAOH" TEAMS!! This is thanks to the ladies of the Fagan and Trinity Divisions who are turning out to help us officially this year. This fulfills the UNITY portion of our great motto.
Yes, you can bring friends & family to this event. Afterwords, those who want to, will meet at the ROC on Ann Arbor Road (by Lee's Chicken) in Plymouth for lunch.
May of us have worked this event the past few years, and dare I say, it's a lot of fun too!!
It's not too late to help out. Questions, do respond to this email.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Ryan Division Brothers,
The Greater Plymouth / Canton Service Project will be upon us in only 9 Days!!.
IT IS A WEEK FROM THIS SATURDAY on May 11th at the PARC in Plymouth. Plan on meeting at 10am, we start at 10:30am.
It's time to live up to the CHARITY portion of our great motto. We are on the second shift. Because parking is at a premium, plan on being there around 10am. We'll meet in the auditorium. Wear your Ryan shirts (or anything Irish).
This year WE WILL HAVE THREE "AOH & LAOH" TEAMS!! This is thanks to the ladies of the Fagan and Trinity Divisions who are turning out to help us officially this year. This fulfills the UNITY portion of our great motto.
Yes, you can bring friends & family to this event. Afterwords, those who want to, will meet at the ROC on Ann Arbor Road (by Lee's Chicken) in Plymouth for lunch.
May of us have worked this event the past few years, and dare I say, it's a lot of fun too!!
It's not too late to help out. Questions, do respond to this email.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Sunday - March 17, 2019 - HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY! A regular tradition in Detroit on St. Patrick's Day is the annual "Sharin' of the Green" Mass at Most Holy Trinity Church in Corktown. The Archbishop of Detroit Allen Vigneron, or one of his auxiliary bishops always celebrates the Mass and many Detroit and State of Michigan politicians and dignitaries are regular attendees. Part of the tradition is that the Archbishop will be escorted into and out of church by the AOH Hibernian Riffles. It was not different today. The archbishop was kind enough to pose for a picture with the Riffle after Mass. We are happy to say that two of the AOH Hibernian Riffles present today are members of Patrick Ryan Division! Mike Riley (second from the right) and Bob Yancey (second from the left) are looking pretty good in their authentic civil war era uniforms!
Monday - March 15, 2019 - Yup! That’s AOH Patrick Ryan Division marching in last weekend’s Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade! Pictured from L to R: Dan Darnel, Kevin Dunn, Mark Gunn, Katie Higgins, Mike Rouhan, Rick St.Peter, Tom Kish, Brandon Guziatek (Mark's grandson). Not it the photo but marching in the parade were: Kevin Burke (President AOH State Board), Patrick Sturdy (Past AOH SB President), Mike Riley and Tim Higgins.
Monday - March 11, 2019 - Despite the weather not completely cooperating (cold, windy, rainy), Patrick Ryan Division and many Irish faithful were out celebrating Irish Heritage at the Detroit St. Patrick's Parade yesterday in Detroit. Congrats again to Paul & Agnes Gowdy for being selected as the Grand Marshals of the 2019 parade!
Thursday - January 24, 2019 - Last weekend was the annual "March for Life" in Washington D.C. Many thousand pro-life supporters again marched in support of life and against the culture of death that the 1973 Roe v Wade supreme court decision has brought upon this country. We are proud to have had two representatives from our division there...Steve Monaghan and his daughter Brianna. They are pictured below. Note that Steve is wearing his AOH Patrick Ryan Division sash!
Saturday - January 12, 2019 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division enjoyed a fun family evening out for dinner and a hockey game tonight. We do this annually, so if you missed this year's event, plan on joining in on the fun next year! Note all the smiling faces in these pics!
Thanks to brother Joe Kelly for the photos.
Thanks to brother Joe Kelly for the photos.
Tuesday - January 8, 2019 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Our "Dinner and a Hockey Game" will happen just after New Years on January 12th, so contact VP Joe Kelly at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059 to let him know you're be at the dinner and/or the game. Please reach out to Joe asap.
This is one of our best attended events so I hope to see you there.
The Ryan Division "Dinner and a Hockey Game" is an outing to see Team USA take on the Illinois Flying Aces at 7pm, Saturday, January 12th at the USA Arena on Beck Rd. in Plymouth with dinner before the game at CJ's in the arena.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
Brothers,
Our "Dinner and a Hockey Game" will happen just after New Years on January 12th, so contact VP Joe Kelly at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059 to let him know you're be at the dinner and/or the game. Please reach out to Joe asap.
This is one of our best attended events so I hope to see you there.
The Ryan Division "Dinner and a Hockey Game" is an outing to see Team USA take on the Illinois Flying Aces at 7pm, Saturday, January 12th at the USA Arena on Beck Rd. in Plymouth with dinner before the game at CJ's in the arena.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
Monday - December 24, 2018 - Merry Christmas from AOH Patrick Ryan Division! Nollaig Shona!
Friday - December 7, 2018 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to one and all.
As I write this our 40th Anniversary & Annual Christmas Party is in the next day or so on, Saturday, December 8th at the KofC Hall in Plymouth. Time has grown short, but I'm willing to bet that VP Joe Kelly can get you in. Call or text Joe at 734.502.3059. Door opens 5:30pm with a catered dinner at 6pm. Cost is $10 per person. Please let VP Joe Kelly know how many you will be bringing and get your payment to him. This is a BYOB (bring your own beverages). You can reach Joe at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059. This is not to be missed.
Congratulations to our newly reelected officers for 2019: Joe Kelly as VP, Tom Kish as Recording Secretary, Mike Riley as Financial Secretary, Rick St.Peter as Treasurer, Bill Brang as Chairman of the Standing Committee, Mark Gunn as Marshal, Mike Fitzgerald as Sentinel, and myself as President. I've asked that our Installation of Officers be held during our regular meeting in January.
Our meeting this month is on Tuesday, December 11th. We'll be having pizza after the meeting, so I look forward to socializing with each of you during the after meeting "meeting".
The AOH Michigan State Board is holding their quarterly meeting at 7:30pm, Monday, December 17th, at the Walsh Division Hall in Redford. All are welcome to attend.
Don't forget that "The first annual Lions Irish Heritage Night", in partnership with the United Irish Societies (UIS) is Sunday, December 23rd at Ford Field Detroit. Those attending are encouraged to meet at the Social D Hall, by Gate D, at 11am. There will be $5 beers, $3 cocktails and $2 hot-dogs between 11am and 1pm. Tickets are $68 per person and can be purchased on line at www.detroitlions.com/Irish. All will also receive a green Detroit Lions knit hat.
Also, our Ryan Division "Dinner and a Hockey Game" outing to see Team USA take on the Illinois Flying Aces is at 7pm, Saturday, January 12th at the USA Arena on Beck Rd. in Plymouth. Those who want to, can meet at CJ's, at the arena, before the game for dinner. This is open to family and friends. Again, please let VP Joe Kelly know that you are attending and how many tickets / dinner reservations that you need.
Remember, this is your club, let's live up to our motto and have fun doing it.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to one and all.
As I write this our 40th Anniversary & Annual Christmas Party is in the next day or so on, Saturday, December 8th at the KofC Hall in Plymouth. Time has grown short, but I'm willing to bet that VP Joe Kelly can get you in. Call or text Joe at 734.502.3059. Door opens 5:30pm with a catered dinner at 6pm. Cost is $10 per person. Please let VP Joe Kelly know how many you will be bringing and get your payment to him. This is a BYOB (bring your own beverages). You can reach Joe at joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059. This is not to be missed.
Congratulations to our newly reelected officers for 2019: Joe Kelly as VP, Tom Kish as Recording Secretary, Mike Riley as Financial Secretary, Rick St.Peter as Treasurer, Bill Brang as Chairman of the Standing Committee, Mark Gunn as Marshal, Mike Fitzgerald as Sentinel, and myself as President. I've asked that our Installation of Officers be held during our regular meeting in January.
Our meeting this month is on Tuesday, December 11th. We'll be having pizza after the meeting, so I look forward to socializing with each of you during the after meeting "meeting".
The AOH Michigan State Board is holding their quarterly meeting at 7:30pm, Monday, December 17th, at the Walsh Division Hall in Redford. All are welcome to attend.
Don't forget that "The first annual Lions Irish Heritage Night", in partnership with the United Irish Societies (UIS) is Sunday, December 23rd at Ford Field Detroit. Those attending are encouraged to meet at the Social D Hall, by Gate D, at 11am. There will be $5 beers, $3 cocktails and $2 hot-dogs between 11am and 1pm. Tickets are $68 per person and can be purchased on line at www.detroitlions.com/Irish. All will also receive a green Detroit Lions knit hat.
Also, our Ryan Division "Dinner and a Hockey Game" outing to see Team USA take on the Illinois Flying Aces is at 7pm, Saturday, January 12th at the USA Arena on Beck Rd. in Plymouth. Those who want to, can meet at CJ's, at the arena, before the game for dinner. This is open to family and friends. Again, please let VP Joe Kelly know that you are attending and how many tickets / dinner reservations that you need.
Remember, this is your club, let's live up to our motto and have fun doing it.
Slainte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Tuesday - December 3, 2018 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
You don't want to miss the AOH Ryan Division 40th Anniversary and Annual Christmas Party this Saturday, December 8th at 5:30 pm, with dinner at 6:00 pm.
This year's menu: Roast Beef, City Chicken and Baked Chicken, Butter Parsley Potatoes and California Blend. Dinner includes bread, Butter, said and dressing. The division will supply pop, water and ice.
This party is not to be missed. Cost is $10 per person and is BYOB.
Hurry, let Joe Kelly know that you'll be there. joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059
See you there.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH - Michigan
Brothers,
You don't want to miss the AOH Ryan Division 40th Anniversary and Annual Christmas Party this Saturday, December 8th at 5:30 pm, with dinner at 6:00 pm.
This year's menu: Roast Beef, City Chicken and Baked Chicken, Butter Parsley Potatoes and California Blend. Dinner includes bread, Butter, said and dressing. The division will supply pop, water and ice.
This party is not to be missed. Cost is $10 per person and is BYOB.
Hurry, let Joe Kelly know that you'll be there. joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059
See you there.
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH - Michigan
Wednesday - November 28, 2018 - A message from AOH Ryan Division President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
As I mentioned in an earlier email and at the November meeting, the First Annual Lions Irish Heritage Night will be on December 23rd. The Lions will be hosting the Minnesota Vikings.
Tickets are $68 per person. To purchase tickets please visit: www.detroitlions.com/irish
This package includes a game ticket, Detroit Lions' Irish Heritage Knit Hat, and a donation to the United Irish Societies of Detroit.
Everyone who attend the Lions' Irish Heritage Night are encouraged to meet inside Ford Field a the "Social D Bar", located at Gate D - Opens at 11 AM.
$5 Bud Light/Miller Lite will be offered ALL DAY at this location. *During DTE Power Hour (11am - 12pm) there is also $3 Cocktails and $2 Hot Dogs served at this location.
A booth will also be set up in the Social D Bar area for hat pick up.
See attached flyers for more information.
I will be going. If anyone wishes to carpool to the game, do let me know.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
As I mentioned in an earlier email and at the November meeting, the First Annual Lions Irish Heritage Night will be on December 23rd. The Lions will be hosting the Minnesota Vikings.
Tickets are $68 per person. To purchase tickets please visit: www.detroitlions.com/irish
This package includes a game ticket, Detroit Lions' Irish Heritage Knit Hat, and a donation to the United Irish Societies of Detroit.
Everyone who attend the Lions' Irish Heritage Night are encouraged to meet inside Ford Field a the "Social D Bar", located at Gate D - Opens at 11 AM.
$5 Bud Light/Miller Lite will be offered ALL DAY at this location. *During DTE Power Hour (11am - 12pm) there is also $3 Cocktails and $2 Hot Dogs served at this location.
A booth will also be set up in the Social D Bar area for hat pick up.
See attached flyers for more information.
I will be going. If anyone wishes to carpool to the game, do let me know.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
| irish_heritage_night_flyer.pdf |
Monday - November 11, 2018 - Our 40th anniversary is being recognized on the Michigan State Board website. Go to... www.michiganaoh.org/activitiesphoto-gallery.html
Sunday - November 10, 2019 - A message from Financial Secretary Mike Riley...
Brothers,
Our Oct 31 – Nov 3 fundraiser at Players raised a significant amount for our charities. I was pleased with our results considering the first night was Halloween and this location just opened in early September. There was negligible blackjack and 2 cash game tables most of the time.
The support of the following brothers was much appreciated for this successful event: Kevin Burke, Mark Gunn, Joe Kelly, Tom Kish, John Knorp, Bill Brang, Rick St. Peter, Frank Bernacki, Tab Morin, Steve White, Dan Riley, Sam Kennedy, Patrick Sanders, John McInerney (2), Tim Higgins (2), Paul Curran, Tim Dougan, Jim Inch (2), Dan Suggs and Mike Riley (2). The number in parenthesis indicates those brothers who supported more than 1 shift. A special thanks to Jim Inch who volunteered to work a few hours before the start of a shift when a brother became ill.
Our next fundraiser is at Vision Lanes in Westland scheduled for May 30 – June 2.. I hope many of you will be available.
THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
In Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Mike
Brothers,
Our Oct 31 – Nov 3 fundraiser at Players raised a significant amount for our charities. I was pleased with our results considering the first night was Halloween and this location just opened in early September. There was negligible blackjack and 2 cash game tables most of the time.
The support of the following brothers was much appreciated for this successful event: Kevin Burke, Mark Gunn, Joe Kelly, Tom Kish, John Knorp, Bill Brang, Rick St. Peter, Frank Bernacki, Tab Morin, Steve White, Dan Riley, Sam Kennedy, Patrick Sanders, John McInerney (2), Tim Higgins (2), Paul Curran, Tim Dougan, Jim Inch (2), Dan Suggs and Mike Riley (2). The number in parenthesis indicates those brothers who supported more than 1 shift. A special thanks to Jim Inch who volunteered to work a few hours before the start of a shift when a brother became ill.
Our next fundraiser is at Vision Lanes in Westland scheduled for May 30 – June 2.. I hope many of you will be available.
THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
In Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Mike
Wednesday - October 10, 2018 - A message from Financial Secretary Mike Riley...
Brothers - As we approach the end of the year, it's time to recognize that 2019 division dues should be paid by December 31st. You can pay your dues at our November 13th (or December 11th) meetings or mail them to me at the following address:
AOH Patrick Ryan Division c/o Mike Riley
2848 Wakefield Dr.
Canton, MI 48188-1077
Make checks payable to AOH Ryan Division. Dues are $40 (or $35 if you are retired). Priests are exempt from paying dues as are Associate members. Once I receive your dues payment and I receive our 2018 membership cards from AOH National (around mid December), I will send you your membership card.
If you are a US military veteran and that status was not recognized on your 2018 membership card, let me know what branch you served in and that status will be indicated on your 2019 card.
Any questions, let me know. Thank you!
Mike Riley, Financial Secretary
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
Brothers - As we approach the end of the year, it's time to recognize that 2019 division dues should be paid by December 31st. You can pay your dues at our November 13th (or December 11th) meetings or mail them to me at the following address:
AOH Patrick Ryan Division c/o Mike Riley
2848 Wakefield Dr.
Canton, MI 48188-1077
Make checks payable to AOH Ryan Division. Dues are $40 (or $35 if you are retired). Priests are exempt from paying dues as are Associate members. Once I receive your dues payment and I receive our 2018 membership cards from AOH National (around mid December), I will send you your membership card.
If you are a US military veteran and that status was not recognized on your 2018 membership card, let me know what branch you served in and that status will be indicated on your 2019 card.
Any questions, let me know. Thank you!
Mike Riley, Financial Secretary
AOH Patrick Ryan Division
Saturday - August 4, 2018 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division enjoyed another fun family picnic today! It was billed by President Tim Higgins as a "Hat Party" too, with all attendees asked to wear some form of head gear. There was a wide variety of "hats" on display too! Can you guess who Boba Fett is?
July 29, 2018 - A message from President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
Our annual Hat Party & Ryan Picnic, is NEXT SATURDAY, noon to 5pm, August 4th.
Don’t forget to bring your favorite hats to show everyone. You can bring more than one hat, I do.
We have a great time so don't miss it. Please feel free to invite guests and to bring your family.
Please respond to my by Wednesday so we know how much beer, food and pop to buy.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div
Brothers,
Our annual Hat Party & Ryan Picnic, is NEXT SATURDAY, noon to 5pm, August 4th.
Don’t forget to bring your favorite hats to show everyone. You can bring more than one hat, I do.
We have a great time so don't miss it. Please feel free to invite guests and to bring your family.
Please respond to my by Wednesday so we know how much beer, food and pop to buy.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Div
July 25, 2018 - A message from President Tim Higgins...
Brother Division, County and State Officers,
Please see the attached information about this year's Lady of Knock Mass on August 19th.
Please encourage your officer's and membership to attend.
Sláinte,
Yours in Frendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
Recording Secretary
AOH Michigan State Board
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From: Barbara Weir
RE: Our Lady of Knock Mass
Not sure if you got the message yet or not, but the LAOH State Board Mass for the Feast of Our Lady of Knock will be Sunday, August 19, 3:00 pm at the AOH Hall. All are welcome. There will be light refreshment following the Mass, and we are collecting donations of items (and cash) for the Pope Francis Warming Center in Detroit where our chaplain, Fr. TIm is the Executive Director.
Hope to see you and many of the AOH members there.
Thanks,
Barb
Brother Division, County and State Officers,
Please see the attached information about this year's Lady of Knock Mass on August 19th.
Please encourage your officer's and membership to attend.
Sláinte,
Yours in Frendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Timothy Higgins
Recording Secretary
AOH Michigan State Board
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From: Barbara Weir
RE: Our Lady of Knock Mass
Not sure if you got the message yet or not, but the LAOH State Board Mass for the Feast of Our Lady of Knock will be Sunday, August 19, 3:00 pm at the AOH Hall. All are welcome. There will be light refreshment following the Mass, and we are collecting donations of items (and cash) for the Pope Francis Warming Center in Detroit where our chaplain, Fr. TIm is the Executive Director.
Hope to see you and many of the AOH members there.
Thanks,
Barb
Monday - May 28, 2018 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division marched in the Plymouth Memorial Day Parade this morning. Here we are in the staging area ready to head out onto Main Street! Pictured left to right: Dennis Inman, Bill Brang, Ed Harkins, Mike Riley, Tim Higgins, Tom Kish and Steve White. Not pictured, but marching elsewhere in the parade were Mike Spencer and Steve Monaghan.
May 25, 2018 - A message from President Tim Higgins...
Brothers,
The Ryan Division will, once again, march in the Plymouth Memorial Day Parade THIS MONDAY, Memorial Day, May 28th.
Will gather at 8:30am at Wing and S. Main Streets, as in past years. The parade begins at 9am.
This event is open to family and friends so please have them join us. The "uniform" of the day is Ryan Division shirt and khaki slacks or blue jeans if you have them.
Following the parade, we'll have breakfast at the Red Olive on Ann Arbor Road in Plymouth.
Hope to see you all there with bells on!
HEADS UP: We are working the Beer Tent at this year's Motor City Irish Fest, from 10am till 2pm, Saturday, June 16th. VOLUNTEERS PLEASE CONTACT VP JOE KELLY AT... joekelly849@gmail.com .
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
The Ryan Division will, once again, march in the Plymouth Memorial Day Parade THIS MONDAY, Memorial Day, May 28th.
Will gather at 8:30am at Wing and S. Main Streets, as in past years. The parade begins at 9am.
This event is open to family and friends so please have them join us. The "uniform" of the day is Ryan Division shirt and khaki slacks or blue jeans if you have them.
Following the parade, we'll have breakfast at the Red Olive on Ann Arbor Road in Plymouth.
Hope to see you all there with bells on!
HEADS UP: We are working the Beer Tent at this year's Motor City Irish Fest, from 10am till 2pm, Saturday, June 16th. VOLUNTEERS PLEASE CONTACT VP JOE KELLY AT... joekelly849@gmail.com .
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Sunday - May 13, 2018 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division participated in the Greater Plymouth Service Project yesterday (May 12th), in partnership with Kids Against Hunger, at the PARC (Plymouth Arts & Recreation Center) in Plymouth, Michigan. Below are some memorable pictures of our participants and the larger group hard at work packing meals...some 250,000 in total! (Click any pic for a larger view.)
Tuesday - May 8, 2018 - Patrick Ryan Division was happy to welcome Aidan Rickel as our newest member at our May 8th general meeting. Aidan was initiated with the Shamrock Degree and introduced himself to his new brothers present at the meeting. Pictured below (left) is President Tim Higgins presenting his membership pin to Aidan after his initiation. Please welcome Aidan warmly when you see him!
Also at our May 8th meeting, President Tim Higgins was able to recognize another veteran division member. Tim is pictured here (right) presenting a veterans pin to Dennis Inman, an Air Force veteran.
Also at our May 8th meeting, President Tim Higgins was able to recognize another veteran division member. Tim is pictured here (right) presenting a veterans pin to Dennis Inman, an Air Force veteran.
Thursday - April 5, 2018 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division presented a check for $500 to Right to Life of Michigan tonight at the 40th annual Respect Life Dinner in Livonia, Michigan. Pictured here after the presentation is RTL of Michigan President, Barb Listing. She is flanked on the right by Past Ryan Division President Mike Riley, and on the left by Ryan Division Financial Secretary Ed Harkins.
Friday - March 16, 2018 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division was pleased to present a check for $1500 to the Cloistered Dominican sisters of the Monastery of the Blessed Sacrament in Farmington Hills, Michigan this past Friday, March 16, 2018. These good sisters live a life a contemplative prayer and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. They also bake hosts for use throughout the archdiocese. They are indeed very worthy recipients of these donated funds. May God bless you, good sisters!
Learn more about them at: https://www.opnuns-fh.org
Representing the division at this check presentation were President Tim Higgins, Past President Mike Riley, brother Sam Kennedy and brother Bill Brang.
Learn more about them at: https://www.opnuns-fh.org
Representing the division at this check presentation were President Tim Higgins, Past President Mike Riley, brother Sam Kennedy and brother Bill Brang.
Sunday - March 11, 2018 - "Parade Day" for the 2018 Detroit St. Patrick's Parade...and Patrick Ryan Division was there marching...and celebrating afterward!
Saturday - January 13, 2018 - Patrick Ryan Division members and families enjoyed a fun hockey night out last weekend. And we saw the Team USA U-18 team win decisively 9-2 against a Sioux City, Iowa club!
Monday, December 11, 2017 - Brothers! Please see the information below about another fun AOH Ryan Division Hockey Night out being planned for next month! Please consider attending!
November 15, 2017 - A message from President Tim Higgins...
Our annual Christmas Party is Saturday, December 9th, 2017, at our normal meeting spot, the KofC Hall at 150 Fair Street, Plymouth.
Price is $10 per person and this year is BYOB. Gather for fellowship & beverages (your own) at 6PM, with catered dinner at 7pm.
RSVP to our VP Joe Kelly Not Later Than ""Sat, Nov 25th"". You can reach Joe at: joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.397.1423, to let him know how many will be attending, and then mail your payment to 1625 Brookview Drive, Canton, MI 48188.
Checks can be made out to "AOH Ryan Div".
I hope to see and yours at this year's party.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Our annual Christmas Party is Saturday, December 9th, 2017, at our normal meeting spot, the KofC Hall at 150 Fair Street, Plymouth.
Price is $10 per person and this year is BYOB. Gather for fellowship & beverages (your own) at 6PM, with catered dinner at 7pm.
RSVP to our VP Joe Kelly Not Later Than ""Sat, Nov 25th"". You can reach Joe at: joekelly849@gmail.com or 734.397.1423, to let him know how many will be attending, and then mail your payment to 1625 Brookview Drive, Canton, MI 48188.
Checks can be made out to "AOH Ryan Div".
I hope to see and yours at this year's party.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Patrick Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Monday - June 19, 2017 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division was doing important work at the Motor City Irish Fest, June 16 - 18th... manning the beer tent! Oh, and we did some recruiting and had a lot of fun too!
Saturday - June 3, 2017 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division was at the Detroit Feis again this year, selling baked goods from the Irish Baker and making a lot of the dancers and their families happy! Good work, men!
Monday - May 29, 2017 - Memorial Day 2017 - Patrick Ryan Division was marching again this morning in the Plymouth Memorial Day parade. And what a beautiful day for a parade it was!
Friday - May 26, 2017 - A message from Division President Tim Higgins:
Brothers,
Below is an email from the State recognizing all the Hibernians that received the Major Degrees last weekend.
Congratulations to the following Ryan Brothers that received the Major Degrees and passed the test of our Order:
Rob Bovitz, Ryan Div.
Kevin Dunn, Ryan Div..
Mike Fitzgerald, Ryan Div.
Joe Nelson, Ryan Div.
Steve White, Ryan Div.
Bob Yancy, Ryan Div.
I also want to recognize and thank the following members of the Ryan Division who served as part of the Degree Team.
Mark Gunn, Ryan Div.
Pat Higgins, Ryan Div.
Mike Rouhan, Ryan Div
Mike Spencer, Ryan Div.
Great job everyone.
I hope to see as many of you as possible turn out for the Plymouth Memorial Day parade. Be at Wing & South Main Streets by 8:30am. The parade begins at 9am. This event is open to family and friends so please have them join us. The "uniform" of the day is Ryan Division shirt and khaki slacks. Following the parade, we'll have breakfast at the Red Olive on Ann Arbor Road in Plymouth.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Brothers,
Below is an email from the State recognizing all the Hibernians that received the Major Degrees last weekend.
Congratulations to the following Ryan Brothers that received the Major Degrees and passed the test of our Order:
Rob Bovitz, Ryan Div.
Kevin Dunn, Ryan Div..
Mike Fitzgerald, Ryan Div.
Joe Nelson, Ryan Div.
Steve White, Ryan Div.
Bob Yancy, Ryan Div.
I also want to recognize and thank the following members of the Ryan Division who served as part of the Degree Team.
Mark Gunn, Ryan Div.
Pat Higgins, Ryan Div.
Mike Rouhan, Ryan Div
Mike Spencer, Ryan Div.
Great job everyone.
I hope to see as many of you as possible turn out for the Plymouth Memorial Day parade. Be at Wing & South Main Streets by 8:30am. The parade begins at 9am. This event is open to family and friends so please have them join us. The "uniform" of the day is Ryan Division shirt and khaki slacks. Following the parade, we'll have breakfast at the Red Olive on Ann Arbor Road in Plymouth.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
Thursday - May 25, 2017 - Here are just a few pictures of Ryan Division members in action at the Michigan State Convention last weekend in Livonia. Ryan Division members were very prominent in all convention activities throughout the weekend. Way to go, men!
Friday - May 19, 2017 - A message from Patrick Ryan Division President, Tim Higgins:
Brothers,
The Ryan has 24 members in need of their Major Degrees. If you have not already committed to taking your Major Degrees tomorrow, I strongly encourage you to do so now.
It will help you build a stronger understanding of our heritage and make you a better Hibernian.
Also, the Ryan Division will reimburse all of our members who receive their degrees tomorrow.
Arrive Not Later Than 1:15pm. You should be completed between 2:30pm and 3pm. Details, please see below.
I hope to see most of you there tomorrow afternoon.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
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----- Original Message -----
From: International Minute Press
To: Kevin Burke
Sent: Friday, May 19, 2017 12:47 PM
Subject: AOH: LAST CALL FOR MAJOR DEGREES..Tomorrow, 1:30pm, Sat May 20, 2017 in Livonia
Brother Division, County and State Officers,
Last Call. The Major Degrees will be offered at 1:30pm on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the Convention Hotel, the Embassy Suites in Livonia. You can arrive with current membership card, plus $30, and receive your Major Degrees Saturday afternoon.
LET YOUR MEMBERSHIP KNOW THIS. ORGANIZE A CAR POOL IF NECESSARY!
Embassy Suites
19525 Victor Parkway
Livonia, MI 48152
Those without the Major Degrees should take this, once every two year, opportunity to receive the Major Degrees without having to attend a National Convention. You must have received your Major Degrees to serve as a Division President or Division Vice Present, and all officer positions at County and State level.
The cost is $30 and most divisions will reimburse this fee once a brother has received the Major Degrees. For those of us who have the Major Degrees, it's a great opportunity to observe the ceremony. If you have not observed before, it's a great way to reinforce the lessons of our great Order. Also, this is no cost to observe, but you must have your membership card with the Major Degree date printed on it.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
Recording Secretary
AOH Michigan
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Brothers,
The Ryan has 24 members in need of their Major Degrees. If you have not already committed to taking your Major Degrees tomorrow, I strongly encourage you to do so now.
It will help you build a stronger understanding of our heritage and make you a better Hibernian.
Also, the Ryan Division will reimburse all of our members who receive their degrees tomorrow.
Arrive Not Later Than 1:15pm. You should be completed between 2:30pm and 3pm. Details, please see below.
I hope to see most of you there tomorrow afternoon.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
President
Ryan Division
AOH Michigan
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----- Original Message -----
From: International Minute Press
To: Kevin Burke
Sent: Friday, May 19, 2017 12:47 PM
Subject: AOH: LAST CALL FOR MAJOR DEGREES..Tomorrow, 1:30pm, Sat May 20, 2017 in Livonia
Brother Division, County and State Officers,
Last Call. The Major Degrees will be offered at 1:30pm on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at the Convention Hotel, the Embassy Suites in Livonia. You can arrive with current membership card, plus $30, and receive your Major Degrees Saturday afternoon.
LET YOUR MEMBERSHIP KNOW THIS. ORGANIZE A CAR POOL IF NECESSARY!
Embassy Suites
19525 Victor Parkway
Livonia, MI 48152
Those without the Major Degrees should take this, once every two year, opportunity to receive the Major Degrees without having to attend a National Convention. You must have received your Major Degrees to serve as a Division President or Division Vice Present, and all officer positions at County and State level.
The cost is $30 and most divisions will reimburse this fee once a brother has received the Major Degrees. For those of us who have the Major Degrees, it's a great opportunity to observe the ceremony. If you have not observed before, it's a great way to reinforce the lessons of our great Order. Also, this is no cost to observe, but you must have your membership card with the Major Degree date printed on it.
Sláinte.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Tim Higgins
Recording Secretary
AOH Michigan
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Friday - May 19, 2017 - Last Saturday, the AOH Patrick Ryan Division worked the Greater Plymouth Service Project in support of the Kids Coalition Against Hunger. Joining us were members of the LAOH Trinity and Elizabeth Fagan divisions and a few family members as well.
All told, we filled two thousand bags of food. With each bag feeding six people, that's 12,000 meals we put together! Well done, brothers and sisters! Pictured below is our service team.
All told, we filled two thousand bags of food. With each bag feeding six people, that's 12,000 meals we put together! Well done, brothers and sisters! Pictured below is our service team.
Thursday - April 27, 2017 - Patrick Ryan Division was proud to be present at the Respect Life Banquet this evening as a Bronze Sponsor of the event. We presented a check for $500 to Barbara Listing, President of Right to Life of Michigan. Pictured here are (L to R) Bill Simmerer, Ed Harkins, Barbara Listing and Mike Riley.
Friday - March 17, 2017 - The AOH Michigan Rifles were present at the "Sharin' of the Green" Mass at Most Holy Trinity Church in Corktown today. The Rifles have the privilege of escorting the Archbishop in and out of Mass each year. Ryan Division's Past President Mike Riley and Membership Director Bob Yancey were again serving with the Rifles this year! Pictured below are our troopers posing with Archbishop Vigneron before processing into church. Left to Right - Brian Murphy, Mike Riley, Bob Yancey, Archbishop Vigneron, Cortland Book, Joe Bittner, Patrick Maguire and Tim Reade. Good work, men! Looking good too!
Tuesday - February 14, 2017 - At our February Ryan Division meeting, President Tim Higgins (below right) welcomed Fr. Terry Treppa (below left) as our newly appointed division Chaplain. Congratulations, Fr. Terry! We are very happy to have you as our division's spiritual leader!
Wednesday - February 1, 2017
A message from Ryan Division President, Tim Higgins:
HEADS UP. The St. Brigid Mass is at 10:30am, THIS SUNDAY, at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in Redford Michigan.
Coffee and Donuts after Mass!! Please support this important Mass!!
Let's make sure our division is represented at the Mass.
Sláinte.
A message from Ryan Division President, Tim Higgins:
HEADS UP. The St. Brigid Mass is at 10:30am, THIS SUNDAY, at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in Redford Michigan.
Coffee and Donuts after Mass!! Please support this important Mass!!
Let's make sure our division is represented at the Mass.
Sláinte.
Tuesday - January 17, 2017 - Congratulations and welcome to the Ryan Division's newest member, Tim Dougan. Tim was initiated into the order at our January general meeting. Pictured here are Ryan Division President, Tim Higgins (left), and Tim Dougan (right). We are happy to have Tim join the oldest Irish Catholic men's fraternal organization! (Click on the picture for a larger view.)
Saturday - January 7, 2017 - In our first Ryan Division social event of the year, approximately 20 Ryan Division brothers and family members enjoyed a nice dinner out at CJ’s Brewing Company and then an exciting hockey game at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth. The USA U18 team beat the Youngstown Phantoms 1-0, scoring the only goal of the game with 5 minutes left in the third period. It was a very enjoyable event for us and we hope to do several more family social events this year. If you didn’t make this one, please considerer joining us next time!
Saturday - January 7, 2017 - Our 2017 division officers were officially installed in a ceremony at AOH Walsh Hall on Saturday, January 7th. Pictured below are (left to right): Joe Kelly, Ed Harkins, Rick St. Peter, Tim Higgins, Mark Gunn and Tom Kish. Officers not pictured are: Bill Brang, Mike Murray.
Our newly elected officers assumed their positions on January 1st.
Division officers elected for 2017 are as follows:
President - Tim Higgins
Vice President - Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary - Tom Kish
Financial Secretary - Ed Harkins
Treasurer - Rick St. Peter
Chairman of the Standing Committee - Bill Brang
Marshall - Mark Gunn
Sentinel - Mike Murray
Our newly elected officers assumed their positions on January 1st.
Division officers elected for 2017 are as follows:
President - Tim Higgins
Vice President - Joe Kelly
Recording Secretary - Tom Kish
Financial Secretary - Ed Harkins
Treasurer - Rick St. Peter
Chairman of the Standing Committee - Bill Brang
Marshall - Mark Gunn
Sentinel - Mike Murray
Friday - December 16, 2016 - In November, Patrick Ryan Division contributed $500 each to seminarians Robert Kilner and Mark Livingston, who both are nephews of division members.
Robert is a member and unofficial chaplain of an AOH division in Washington DC. He graduated from the Catholic University of America in 2010. He went to the Pontifical North American College in Rome studying theology for the past three years. He is assigned to a parish in the Archdiocese of Washington DC and will be ordained a priest in 2017.
Mark is serving a pastoral assignment at Our Lady of Sorrows church in Farmington, MI now and will pursue his education next semester. He will be ordained a deacon in 2017 and a priest at Detroit Sacred Heart Major Seminary in 2018.
Ryan Division has contributed to Project St. Patrick several times in the past and expects to contribute more in the future. It was decided to contribute directly to Mark and Robert because theirs is a personal relationship with division members and it was important to contribute now for their important education support.
Wednesday - December 14, 2016 - Below is a letter received from newly appointed Cardinal Joseph Tobin, a member of our division. Here he is responding to our Presdient's (Mike Riley) letter of congradulations on his recent appointment by Pope Francis to the College of Cardinals. We are very proud to have Cardinal Tobin continue as an active member of our division!
Sunday - December 4, 2016 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division held it's annual Christmas party for members and families today. A wonderful time was had by all. Thanks to out going President, Mike Riley, for throwing a great party! The Ancient Order of Hibernians and Patrick Ryan Division would like to wish all of you...a very Merry Christmas!
AOH Patrick Ryan Hockey Night! - January 7, 2017
Ryan Division Brothers,
All AOH Ryan members, family and friends are invited to the AOH Ryan Hockey Nite, at 7pm, on Saturday, January 7th at the USA Hockey Arena (on Beck, just north of M14) to see, "Team USA" vs. the "Youngstown Phantoms".
Tickets are only $8. Please let VP Elect Joe Kelly know that you want to go and how many tickets you'll need. You can contact Joe at JoeKelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059. Please have your money to Joe by the AOH Ryan Christmas Party on Sunday, December 4th.
Also, anyone would like to meet for dinner, before the game, at "CJ's Brewing Company", inside the arena!!, let Joe know that too, and we'll have a great dinner together then cross the hall to the arena.
A great time will be had by all who can make it.
I wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving and look forward to see you all at a Ryan Division event soon.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President-Elect
Patrick Ryan Division #2
AOH Michigan
Ryan Division Brothers,
All AOH Ryan members, family and friends are invited to the AOH Ryan Hockey Nite, at 7pm, on Saturday, January 7th at the USA Hockey Arena (on Beck, just north of M14) to see, "Team USA" vs. the "Youngstown Phantoms".
Tickets are only $8. Please let VP Elect Joe Kelly know that you want to go and how many tickets you'll need. You can contact Joe at JoeKelly849@gmail.com or 734.502.3059. Please have your money to Joe by the AOH Ryan Christmas Party on Sunday, December 4th.
Also, anyone would like to meet for dinner, before the game, at "CJ's Brewing Company", inside the arena!!, let Joe know that too, and we'll have a great dinner together then cross the hall to the arena.
A great time will be had by all who can make it.
I wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving and look forward to see you all at a Ryan Division event soon.
Yours in Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
Tim Higgins
President-Elect
Patrick Ryan Division #2
AOH Michigan
Sunday - July 24, 2016 - Fun times (and good food) at the Patrick Ryan Division picnic today!
Wednesday - July 20, 2016 - We have a new AOH National President and Vice President. Congrats to Judge James McKay, elected AOH National Board President at the recently concluded National Convention in Atlantic City, NJ.
Pictured below are: Top Row - Liam McNabb, Tom O’Donnell, Dan Dennehy, John Wilson, Denny Parks, Bill Sullivan;
Bottom Row - Jere Cole, Judge James McKay, Danny O”Connell, Sean Pender.
Pictured below are: Top Row - Liam McNabb, Tom O’Donnell, Dan Dennehy, John Wilson, Denny Parks, Bill Sullivan;
Bottom Row - Jere Cole, Judge James McKay, Danny O”Connell, Sean Pender.
Friday - July 8, 2016 - The 2016 National AOH / LAOH Convention is taking place at Harrah’s in Atlantic City, NJ this month...starting July 11th and running through July 14th. Patrick Ryan Division will have at least four representatives in attendance.
Monday - May 30, 2016 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division again marched in the Plymouth Memorial Day parade this year. Pictured below are our AOH brothers who marched, including a few of us who also are members of the Knights of Columbus Pope John XXIII 4th Degree Assembly (in their Color Corps regalia). Thanks for representing us, men!
Monday - May 9, 2016 - Pictured below is the check presentation to St. Mary's Outreach Center today... Making the presentation are Mike Riley, President of AOH Patrick Ryan Division and Barb Weir, President of LAOH Elizabeth Fagan Division. Receiving the check below from Barb Weir is Judy Wells from St. Mary's. The donation represents monies earned from our St. Patrick's party held on March 12th.
Thursday - May 5, 2016 - Check presentation to St. Vincent DePaul Society last night at St. Thomas a'Becket Church in Canton... Making the presentation are Mike Riley, President of AOH Patrick Ryan Division and Barb Weir, President of LAOH Elizabeth Fagan Division. The donation represents monies earned from our St. Patrick's party held on March 12th. Nothing better than raising money for charity and having fun doing it! Pictured L-R, Suzanne White (SVDP), Bill Brang, Mike Riley, Mike O'Malley, Barb Weir, Mark Gunn and Cheryl Buckthorpe (SVDP). (Click on the picture for a larger view.)
Wednesday - May 4, 2016 - Remembering the heroes of the Easter Rising...on May 3rd, 4th & 5th in 1916 they met their fate. May they rest in peace.
Thursday - April 14, 2016 - Patrick Ryan Division presented a check for $500 to Right to Life of Michigan at the annual Respect Life Banquet tonight at Laurel Manor in Livonia. The money will be used to support their continued efforts on the pro-life front. Pictured here are Division President Mike Riley (left) and Right to Life of Michigan President Barbara Listing (right).
Tuesday - April 12, 2016 - Patrick Ryan Division was happy to initiate new member Daniel Kelly at our April general meeting tonight. Welcome, Dan! He is pictured here receiving his initiation plaque from Division President Mike Riley.
Friday - March 25, 2016 - Very sad news to report... Msgr. Russ Kohler, longtime pastor of Most Holy Trinity Church in Corktown, passed away on March 25th after battling heart disease issues for some time. We will all deeply miss Fr. Russ. He was a tremendous blessing to the membership of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Michigan and was a great Irish man through and through!
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord...and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
Amen.
2016 Detroit St. Patrick's Parade
Sunday - March 13, 2016 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division finished off a busy weekend by participating in the annual Detroit St. Patrick's Parade this afternoon. The parade is always held on the Sunday before St. Patrick's Day. This year, the weather wasn't the greatest. Rain fell the whole afternoon. However, the parade participants and those watching still had a great time in the spirit of the day!
2016 St. Patrick's Day Celebration - Dinner & Entertainment!
Saturday - March 12, 2016 - AOH Patrick Ryan Division and LAOH Elizabeth Fagan Division teamed up once again to put on a wonderful St. Patrick's Celebration at St. Thomas a'Becket parish! In doing so, we raised money for two fine charities...St. Vincent DePaul Society and St. Mary's food bank. Turnout was great and the entertainment outstanding! And the food...DELICIOUS! Thanks to all our great volunteers who worked hard to make this event a big success! Re-live the fun and enjoy our pictures of the evening below. (Click on any picture for a larger view and to review the pictures as a slideshow.)
2016 Detroit St. Patrick's Parade - this Sunday, March 13th!
Friday - March 11, 2016 - Once again, AOH Patrick Ryan Division will be proudly marching in the annual Detroit St. Patrick's Parade this weekend. The parade kicks off at Noon sharp and follows the usual route in Corktown down Michigan Avenue. If you can march with us, contact President Mike Riley for more information and ride sharing opportunities. Erin Go Bragh (Ireland Forever!).
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2016 St. Brigid of Ireland Mass - 1/31/2016
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On Sunday January 31st, members of the Patrick Ryan Division and other AOH and LAOH divisions gathered at St. Robert Bellarmine Church to honor St. Brigit. St. Brigit is the patron saint of the LAOH and next to St. Patrick, the most revered saint of Ireland. Click on the pictures here to see larger versions.
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