Men from St. Joseph Shrine Commandery #239 (Detroit) after their annual, traditional toast at the Shrine’s Oktoberfest celebration, September 22, 2024.  Ian Bailey (second from right) was appointed a sergeant and presented with his stripes at the event, recognition for the leadership role he’s undertaken in shepherding the commandery’s six new members this year into a strong integration with the commandery.  From left, SK Daniel Maloy, SK Robert Maziarz, Maj. Gen. Doug Halleaux, SK James Skinner, Sgt. Ian Bailey, and SK Drew Disbow were six of the nine men from the commandery who volunteered throughout the weekend.

Submitted by Maj. Gen. Halleaux