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< Back Charlie Farnham Chief Rabban 2026 Charlie Farnham is a member of the Board of Directors of Ben Hur Shriners. He has been a member of Ben Hur since 1999 and was an active member of the Drum and Bugle Corps until its demise. He is currently a member of the Motley Brue and Golf Units. Charlie is a Past Potentate of Ben Hur, having served in that role in 2008. He is also a dual member of Hella Shriners in Dallas, Texas. Charlie was made a Master Mason in Colorado Masonic Lodge No. 96, located in Webberville, Texas, in 1998. He is an endowed member of Colorado Lodge and served as Worshipful Master during the 2006–2007 Masonic year. He is also a member of the Austin Scottish Rite Bodies. Born in Portland, Maine, Charlie attended the University of Maine, earning an Associate of Science in Agricultural Engineering, before moving to Texas in 1983. Upon arriving in Texas, he attended Lamar University in Beaumont, where he earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding and a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. During and following his time at Lamar University, Charlie worked for the Texas Department of Transportation, where he retired after 30 years of service in the fields of information technology and intelligent transportation systems. He currently works part time for the engineering consulting firm HNTB. Charlie is married to Betty Sprayberry, and they currently reside in Round Rock, Texas. TBD TBD

< Back Ron Speaks High Priest and Prophet 2026 Ronald K Speaks & Lady Debbie Born a Kentuckian, Ron is proud Texan by choice! He is a Vietnam Veteran and after 7 years of active-duty 1968-1975, he continued working for the US Air Force as a DOD Civilian from 1975-2003, with multiple duty stations around the globe. His last assignment was Chief of Aircraft & Missile Maintenance Training Management, Ogden Air Logistics Center, Hill AFB Utah. While stationed in Alaska, Ron was made a Master Mason at Tanana Lodge #3 , became a 32°Scottish Rite Mason and a Noble of AL ASKA Shrine, all at Fairbanks, Alaska during Nov 1998 – June 1999. Later, during his Air Force time and after his 2003 retirement in Utah, he became York Rite Mason, served as Worshipful Master of George Washington Lodge #24 , President of Ogden Shrine Club, President of EL Kalah Clowns, VP of the Ogden Temple Board, Finance Committee on the Salt Lake Shriners Hospital Board, Grand Pursuivant on the Grand Lodge of Utah. In 2002 Ron was appointed to Staff positions with EL Kalah Shrine, and was elected Oriental Guide, High Priest & Prophet and Assistant Rabban 2004-2006. Sadly, a family death made it necessary for Ron to resign in 2006 and relocate to Florida. Although his new location made it difficult to be involved with Shriners, he enjoyed many good times with the JF Swartsel Lodge and served in several positions. After a two-year battle with cancer in 2011-2013, he reunited with his former high school sweetheart, Deborah Riddell, the gal with whom he used to flirt on a Kentucky school bus. She’s that wonderful Lady you all know as Debbie Speaks. After a couple of years dating and going back and forth - Florida to Texas, Debbie’s mother needed her back in Texas. In 2016, they packed up and moved to Texas. On February 28, 2017, the anniversary of our reacquainting, Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield of Georgetown said, “Ron, you may now kiss your bride.” In addition to his duties as Oriental Guide, Ron will serve as Parade Marshal, assist the Divan in Fraternal and Hospital Fund Raising, and other assignments. Ron & Debbie look forward to serving the Ladies and Nobles of Ben Hur Shrine. May God Bless each of you. TBD TBD

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Directors Staff Unit about us Main Contact & Email Chris Garner bhsdirectors@gmail.com E-Mail Phone 512-577-6893 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the month 7:30 pm Purpose The Director’s Staff is a high-energy, hands-on unit within Ben Hur Shrine dedicated to having fun while advancing the mission of Shriners International. We’re a social and service-driven crew known for our strong camaraderie, love of the grill, and commitment to supporting the Shrine through action—not just words. From hosting the unforgettable 2nd Section of ceremonial events to firing up the pit for BBQs, fish fries, and community cookouts, we bring flavor and fun to everything we do. Whether we’re assisting the Potentate, supporting hospital benefit drives, or throwing great events at the Shrine Center, we do it with heart, humor, and a cold drink nearby. If you're looking for a brotherhood that mixes purpose with a good time, the Director’s Staff welcomes you. Website Facebook

Legion of Honor Unit about us Main Contact & Email Sur Eric Stewart surericstewart@gmail.com E-Mail Phone 760-954-6689 Location Ben Hur Shrine Meeting Days 1st Wednesday of the month 7:00 pm Purpose Website Facebook