Richard Lamm

Past Master Biography: Richard Harvey Lamm (1933 – 2008) Past Master: Lubbock Lodge No. 1392 Year Served: 1984–1985 32° Scottish Rite Mason I. Life & Career Early Life & Military Service Richard Harvey Lamm was born on September 7, 1933, in Erick, Oklahoma, to Joe and Ruby Lamm. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Professional Life Richard was a pillar of the local business community, dedicating 43 years of his life to the iconic West Texas chain, Furr’s Cafeterias. He was highly regarded by colleagues for his helpfulness and sense of humor, retiring in 2003 after nearly half a century of service to the company. Family & Interests He married Berlie Warren in 1956, and they celebrated 52 years of marriage together. Known by friends as a \"beautiful soul,\" Richard had a passion for collectibles. He is survived by his wife, Berlie; his sons, Richard Leon and David Wayne; his daughter, Rebecca Ann; and ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. II. Masonic Journey Degree Work Initiated (EA): September 25, 1962 — (New Mexico Jurisdiction) Passed (FC): November 6, 1962 — (New Mexico Jurisdiction) Raised (MM): January 22, 1963 — (New Mexico Jurisdiction) Memberships & Affiliations Lubbock Lodge No. 1392: Affiliated January 10, 1982. Scottish Rite: 32nd Degree Mason. III. Service Record & Offices Held Brother Lamm’s commitment to Lubbock Lodge was immediate. Upon affiliating in early 1982, he entered the officer line almost instantly, serving as Junior Warden that same year and ascending to Worshipful Master just two years later. Lodge Leadership (Lubbock No. 1392) Worshipful Master: 1984–1985 Senior Warden: 1983–1984 Junior Warden: 1982–1983 Tiler: 1985–1986 IV. In Memoriam Brother Richard Harvey Lamm laid down his working tools on July 30, 2008, at the age of 74. Services: Funeral services were held at Resthaven’s Abbey Chapel. Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park, Lubbock, Texas (Section Y-North). Memorial Contributions: Directed to Vista Care Hospice.