Area Reps

East Renfrewshire  Province

Name: Bro Craig Park

Mother Lodge:  Lodge Meridian No. 1779

Masonic Office:  Chaplain

Freemason since:  2018

Widows Sons member since: 2019

Motorbike(s) owned:  BMW 1200 GS

3 Things I enjoy most about being a member of The Widows Sons:

  • I enjoy the camaraderie within the Brethren and know they will always have my back, something I’ve not experienced since my Army days.
  • The ride outs are always fun, taking in some of the most stunning scenery in Scotland.
  • There is plenty of organised events and harmonies to get to know everyone.

Favourite Widows Sons trip: Favourite ride out was down through the Galloway Forrest on roads I’d never ridden on before, down to mutually support a sister lodge in the book town of Wigtown. Ride outs always take into consideration everyone’s different styles of riding and experience!

Most notable experience of The Widows Sons:  A ride out to Glasgow Cathedral for a bike blessing and the consecration of our fallen brother’s cut. It was very emotional and humbling, the empathy paid to his family made me proud and cemented my beliefs in the loyalty and fraternal love within the brethren

What I would say to any prospective member thinking of joining The Widows Sons:  I would encourage any MM that rides a motorbike to join the Widows Sons, you will enjoy, learn and hold many experiences that you will never forget.

Why I volunteered to be an Area Rep: I wanted to be a WS area Rep to try and help if I can anyway , prospective members to transition into the WS

West Renfrewshire  Province

Name: Bro Scott Ewing (PM)

Mother Lodge:  Lodge Renfrew County Kilwinning No. 370

Masonic Office:  Right Worshipful Master

Freemason since:  1982

Widows Sons member since: 2021

Motorbike(s) owned:  Harley Davidson FXDL  (Dyna Lowrider)

3 Things I enjoy most about being a member of The Widows Sons:

  • I  enjoy the ride outs which are informal and a good laugh.
  • Meeting Widows Sons Scotland brothers when active on official masonic duties.
  • The Branding.

Favourite Widows Sons trip:  I enjoyed the East’s trip along the Tweed, which they termed the Salmon Run. Really enjoyed the trip to Atlantic bridge, great day.

Most notable experience of The Widows Sons:  Extremely proud on the night of my installation, when I was supported by over ten of the Widows Sons brethren. I have got to say The Branding was an experience that will live with me forever.

What I would say to any prospective member thinking of joining The Widows Sons:  I believe acting within the principle of the craft, any person with a love of motorcycles, would enjoy the camaraderie of the Widows Sons. .

Why I volunteered to be an Area Rep: I am fairly active within the province so will be able to represent the Widows Sons and be a focal point to promote the Widows Sons and motorcycling to freemasonry and vice versa. 

Dunbartonshire Province

Name: Bro Jim Dunsmuir (Big Jim)

Mother Lodge:  Lodge Bonhill and Alexandria No. 321

Masonic Office:  None

Freemason since:  2006

Widows Sons member since: 2013

Motorbike(s) owned:  Harley Davidson Street Glide

3 Things I enjoy most about being a member of The Widows Sons:

  • Brotherhood/Friendship.
  • Riding bikes with fellow WS members.
  • Supporting charities and lodges.

Favourite Widows Sons trip:  Glencoe camping trip to meet up as all 3 chapters.

Most notable experience of The Widows Sons:  The Branding.

What I would say to any prospective member thinking of joining The Widows Sons:  You are a Freemason and a biker and would be joining like minded brethren enjoying ride outs, brotherhood and also helping charities on the way.

Why I volunteered to be an Area Rep:  It is a way for me to give something back to the WS. The WS has been amazing for me and if i can help members settle in and also support lodges and causes within the province.

Argyll and the Isles Province

Name: Bro Dave Cherry PM (Heavy D)

Mother Lodge:   Lodge Loch Fyne No. 754

Masonic Office:  None

Freemason since:  1980

Widows Sons member since: 2018

Motorbike(s) owned:  Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro

1 Thing I enjoy most about being a member of The Widows Sons:

  • Fellowship

Most notable experience of The Widows Sons:  Too many to pick one.

What I would say to any prospective member thinking of joining The Widows Sons:   What you put in you get out. 

Why I volunteered to be an Area Rep:  To spread the good word about the organisation.