West Virginia - Patriarchs Militant
The Patriarchs Militant is the uniformed branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, established in 1885. It represents the highest degree within the IOOF, focusing on ceremonial and fraternal activities. Patriarchs Militant lodges are referred to as Cantons. Sometimes the Patriarchs Militant is referred to as “the Canton”, due to the Canton being the name used instead of “Lodge”.
Main Details
Lodge Name
West Virginia - Patriarchs Militant
Telephone
(304) 275-3839
Updated
Listing Details
Lodge Address
Next Session
Wheeling Lodge Hall No. 9 Wheeling , WV
Session Location
06/19/2025
Secretary
Dewey W Northingham
Jurisdiction
Grand Bodies
Lodge Type
Status
A
(Status Codes A = Active, I = Inactive, C = Closed)
(Status Codes A = Active, I = Inactive, C = Closed)
Map
Fun Facts:IOOF founder Thomas Wildey, orphaned at age five, inspired the order’s commitment to “educate the orphan.” His personal experience shaped the IOOF’s mission to support vulnerable children.
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