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District 18 of the State of Florida is composed of the three unified branches of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows—Lodge, Encampment, and Patriarchs Militant. Each branch plays a vital role in fulfilling the mission of Odd Fellowship, working together to promote Friendship, Love, Truth, Faith, Hope, and Charity throughout our community and beyond.

Manuel Bosakewich Lodge #70 is a proud and active member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in the State of Florida. Founded on the principles of Friendship, Love, and Truth, our lodge is dedicated to fostering unity, serving our community, and preserving the values of fraternal brotherhood. Through regular meetings, charitable initiatives, and official visitations, we work to strengthen bonds among members and across lodges throughout the district and beyond.

Faro Fraternal Encampment #70 serves as the Patriarchal branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, offering members the opportunity to advance deeper into the teachings and traditions of the Order. Built on the principles of Faith, Hope, and Charity, our Encampment fosters higher-level fellowship, ceremonial discipline, and meaningful service. We proudly support the Grand Lodge while preserving the historic values of the Encampment degree system through regular meetings and active fraternal participation.

General George Washington Canton #70 represents the Patriarchs Militant branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, the uniformed and ceremonial division dedicated to service, discipline, and the highest ideals of the Order. As Chevaliers, we uphold the principles of Faith, Courage, and Duty, participating in official ceremonies, public events, and fraternal visitations. Our Canton is proud to stand as a symbol of honor and dedication, committed to representing the IOOF with dignity and precision.


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Our Elected Officers

Elected by the membership, the officers of Manuel Bosakewich Lodge #70 serve with honor, integrity, and a deep commitment to the principles of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. They are entrusted with guiding the lodge’s activities, preserving our traditions, and ensuring that the values of Friendship, Love, and Truth are upheld in all that we do. Through leadership and service, they represent the strength and unity of our brotherhood.

  • Adamu Makinwa
  • Casper Lundin
  • Thomas Gagné
  • Christina Morgan
  • Markovics Zoltán
  • Jacolien Hendriks
  • Isabela Barboza
  • Juhani Virtanen
  • Phan Châu
  • Kuzey Ünal
  • Juan Rubio
  • Marko Mlakar
  • Kelly Lambert
  • Walid Ahelluc
  • Ernst Graf
  • Lore Smets
  • Camiel de Graaf
  • Ladislau Berindei