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R.W. Bro. Fred Miller – 27th May 1948 to 7th August 2026
Wednesday 12th August 2026
Eulogy for Fred Miller
R. W. Bro. Fredrick Charles Miller was born on 27th May 1948. On completing his schooling he joined The Woolwich Building Society. A company where he remained for all his working life.
Fred’s Masonic journey started when he was initiated into the Manor of Bexley Lodge No. 5977 on Saturday 5th December 1992 and became the Master of the Lodge in March 1999.
On coming out of the chair he took over the Office of Treasurer which he held until he came to Spain in 2003. A masonic career path that remained with him for the next 30 years.
He joined Manor Bexley Chapter in February 1995. It was at this time he met Norman Wheatley who was a member of the same Lodge. They both decided to move to Spain buying homes on Monte Pago and joining Oliva LaSafor Lodge No. 112 at the same time, in 2005.
Fred was installed as Master in 2008 and continued as Treasurer thereafter.
He joined Sinceridad Chapter No.4 in 2006 and he and Norman were founder members of Oliva LaSafor Chapter No.30 in March 2008. Again, after working through the Principals’Chairs, he took over as Treasurer.
Fred Joined Mark Lodge 1823 in December 2015, as Treasurer, only giving up the job in May 2025 to progress to the Chair. Unfortunately, he didn’t get that honour.
In April 2016 he joined RAM and, again, followed the same unfulfilled path.
He passed to The Grand Lodge Above on 8th August 2026. Fred held Grand and Provincial honours in Craft as well as Chapter and is one of the few Freemasons I have met towards whom only good words were spoken, and he set a standard most of us will never attain.
W. Bro. David Clarke, Worshipful Master of Oliva La Safor Lodge No 112
May the Great Architect of the Universe grant him eternal rest and grant us comfort as we reflect on his memory.
W. Bro. Chris Ward – Provincial Grand Almoner
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Installation of R.W. Bro. Michael Shilan as the new Provincial Grand Master of Valencia
M.W. Bro. Shaun Parsons-Herrera conducts the Installation of R.W. Bro. Michael Anthony Shilan
On Saturday, 18th July 2026, the Province of Valencia marked a significant occasion at Sociedad Compás in Quesada, where R.W. Bro. Michael Anthony Shilan was ceremonially installed as Provincial Grand Master of Valencia.
The Installation Ceremony was conducted by M.W. Bro. Shaun Parsons‑Herrera, the Most Worshipful Grand Master of Spain, in the presence of invited guests from the Grand Lodge of Spain, Grand Officers, Provincial Grand Officers, and Worshipful Masters representing Lodges across the Province of Valencia.
Following his Installation, the R.W. Provincial Grand Master proceeded to install two Provincial Officers:
- W. Bro. Yuri Aguilar of Germanies Lodge No. 8 as Deputy Provincial Grand Master.
- W. Bro. Carlos Fuertes of Regeneración Lodge No. 132 as Provincial Senior Grand Warden.
R.W. Bro. Michael Shilan installs W. Bro. Yuri Aguilar as Deputy Provincial Grandmaster
In his address to the assembled Brethren, R.W. Bro. Michael Shilan paid warm tribute to his predecessor, R.W. Bro. Rodney Charles Bignell, and offered heartfelt congratulations to W. Bro. Yuri Aguilar and W. Bro. Carlos Fuertes upon their installation.
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia extends its sincere congratulations to the newly installed Officers and expresses its gratitude to all Brethren and guests who honoured the Province with their presence at this important event.
Photographs by: W. Bro. Jorge Prieto Cueto
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En Español
Instalación del Gran Maestro Provincial de Valencia
El sábado 18 de julio de 2026, la Provincia de Valencia celebró una ocasión de gran relevancia en la Sociedad Compás de Quesada, donde R.H. Michael Anthony Shilan fue instalado ceremonialmente como Gran Maestro Provincial de Valencia.
La Ceremonia de Instalación fue conducida por M.R.H. Shaun Parsons‑Herrera, el Muy Respetable Gran Maestro de España, en presencia de invitados de la Gran Logia de España, Grandes Oficiales, Oficiales Provinciales y Venerables Maestros representantes de Logias de toda la Provincia de Valencia.
Tras su Instalación, el R.H. Gran Maestro Provincial procedió a instalar a dos Oficiales Provinciales:
- V.· H.· Yuri Aguilar, de la Logia Germanies Nº 8, como Diputado Gran Maestro Provincial de Valencia.
- V.· H.· Carlos Fuertes, de la Logia Regeneración Nº 132, como Gran Vigilante Provincial Primero.
En su alocución a los Hermanos reunidos, el R.H. Michael Shilan rindió un cálido homenaje a su predecesor, R.H. Rodney Charles Bignell, y expresó sus más sinceras felicitaciones al V.H. Yuri Aguilar y al V.H. Carlos Fuertes por sus respectivas instalaciones.
La Gran Logia Provincial de Valencia extiende sus más sinceras felicitaciones a los Oficiales recién instalados y expresa su gratitud a todos los Hermanos e invitados que honraron a la Provincia con su presencia en este importante acontecimiento.
Fotografias por V.H. Jorge Prieto Cueto
!La R.L.S. Fidelísima-Amor No 199 exalta tres Maestro Masones Nuevos en una Tenida!
La R.L.S. Fidelísima-Amor n.º 199 celebró ayer la última Tenida del curso masónico, durante la cual tres de sus miembros fueron exaltados al Grado de Maestro Masón.
Desde su consagración, en noviembre de 2025, la Logia ha experimentado un crecimiento cercano a dos veces y media su tamaño inicial.
La instalaciones de la Logia alberga otros cuerpos masónicos, como la Marca, el Arco Real y el Supremo Consejo, contando con dos templos, un salón de estilo inglés y una sala de pasos perdidos con una destacada colección de objetos históricos relacionados con la Masonería, constituyendo un importante atractivo para los Hermanos que deseen visitarla.
Cuento: V.H. Manuel Guillén
En Inglés
Fidelísima-Amor Lodge No. 199 raises three new Master Masons in one meeting!
Fidelísima-Amor Lodge No. 199 held its final Lodge meeting of the Masonic year yesterday, during which three of its members were raised to the Degree of Master Mason. Since its consecration in November 2025, the Lodge has grown to almost two and a half times its original size.
The Lodge premises are also home to other Masonic bodies, including the Mark, the Royal Arch and the Supreme Council. The facilities include two separate Lodge rooms, an English-style hall and a spacious anteroom featuring an outstanding collection of historic Masonic artefacts, making the Lodge well worth a visit for any Brother.
Report: W. Bro. Manuel Guillén
Puerto de Xàbia Lodge No. 58 Hosts a Wonderful Summer BBQ Party in Jávea
The Brethren of Puerto de Xàbia Lodge No. 58 enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of friendship, food and music on Sunday 28th June 2026, as the Lodge held its annual Summer BBQ Party at Casa de la Pizza.
Around 40 Brethren, partners and friends gathered for what proved to be a warm, relaxed and thoroughly enjoyable event. Guests were treated to a superb BBQ, complemented by an impressive array of cold dishes, all beautifully prepared and served in the sunshine. As has become a tradition, the Ladies once again provided the desserts, offering a delicious selection that was very much appreciated by everyone present.
Entertainment throughout the afternoon included a lively Table Quiz, adding plenty of laughter and friendly competition. The atmosphere was further lifted by music from Los Renegades, featuring our very own Bro. Hector Peris, whose performance was warmly received.
The event also supported an important Provincial cause. Thanks to the generosity of all who attended, 370€ was raised for the Centro de Marina Alta, contributing to the ongoing development of our new home in the Marina Alta.
A heartfelt thank‑you is extended to W. Bro. Jim Campbell and Ena, whose hard work, organisation and enthusiasm ensured the day was a great success.
Photographs by W. Bro. Peter de Graaf