Passing of a Past Grand Polemarch

[PrettyDamnKocky]

Checked my Inbox today and wanted to forward this for the benefit of all the Brothers who might not be financial.

"We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our 17th Grand Polemarch, Richard B. Millspaugh yesterday (May 29, 2008). Brother Millspaugh was elected as our CEO at the Golden Anniversary Celebration in 1961 and was the first post-World War II initiate to serve as Grand Polemarch. He had previously served as Jr. Grand Vice Polemarch.

Additional details will be provided as appropriate. In the meantime, please drape your badges and Life Membership pins in accordance with standard procedures beginning today and through June 30, 2008.

We ask for your prayers and other wishes of encouragement for the family.

Please forward to other brothers..."

The above is quoted from Richard Lee Snow, our Executive Director.

[G-Kue 1911]

Thanks PDK.......

[PrettyDamnKocky]

More information.


Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Announces Official Period of Mourning
In Honor of 17th Grand Polemarch Richard B. Millspaugh

(Philadelphia, PA) – May 30, 2008 - Grand Polemarch Dwayne M. Murray, Esq. announced today that the fraternity will observe an official period of mourning to honor Grand Polemarch (17th) Richard B. Millspaugh for his unswerving dedication and commitment to the fraternity and its principles, which he held dear to his heart until his untimely and unfortunate passing to Chapter Invisible.

Brother Millspaugh passed to the Golden Shores on Thursday, May 29th. “When I think of a man whose life was so intertwined with the fundamental purpose of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., I immediately think of Grand Polemarch Millspaugh,” Grand Polemarch Murray said in making the announcement.

Grand Polemarch Richard B. Millspaugh made history in his hometown of Opelousas, Louisiana by becoming the first African-American to register to vote. He was given the enormous privilege of attending a dinner at the White House in 1958 by special invitation from President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Brother Millspaugh was elected Grand Polemarch in 1961, which he served for three years and was subsequently honored as a Laurel Wreath Laureate, the fraternity’s highest acknowledgement, in 1968. The fact he was elected after the tenure of Grand Polemarch C. Rodger Wilson and followed by Grand Polemarch Thomas L. Bradley is a clear indication of the high prestige and respect he carried within our noble Bond.

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It should also be noted each chapter is encouraged, during this period, to hold a moment of acknowledgement within their meetings and gatherings in due recognition of our dearly departed Brother. “As we pause and reflect upon Grand Polemarch Millspaugh’s death,” said Grand Polemarch Murray, “it is equally important that we praise and remember the accomplishments of his life.”


If anyone on the forum is in the Louisiana region and wants to pay their respects, hit me up and I'll forward the directions and contact information.

[NinjaPoodle]

My condolences to the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.