Phoenix Lodge No. 346

03/30/2026

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03/22/2026

Joseph William Goggin, born in Chicago in 1937, proudly served in the United States Air Force for four years. During his time in the service, he began a lifelong career as an air traffic controller, where he formed many lasting friendships.

Joe worked for many years at the Aurora, Illinois Air Traffic Control Center. A licensed pilot, he had a passion for flying and adventure. In one memorable chapter of his life, he would fly to Maine to pick up fresh lobster for a local restaurant back home. As a child, his daughter fondly remembers him bringing a few lobsters home, letting them crawl around the kitchen before their inevitable fate in a pot of boiling water—moments that became cherished family memories.

In 1978, Joe left Aurora for the foothills of Colorado, where he continued his work with the Federal Aviation Administration in Denver. When his daughter Debbie joined him there in 1979, their bond grew especially close and remained strong throughout his life.

Joe was a dedicated Mason for much of his adult life, becoming especially active after he and his wife, Saxon, moved to Sarasota, Florida. He took great pride in his role and commitment, eventually serving as a Past Master of his lodge—a position that reflected his leadership, integrity, and deep sense of brotherhood.

In recent years, Joe and Saxon returned to Colorado to be closer to family, where he spent his final chapter surrounded by those he loved most.

Joe was known for being stubborn and set in his ways, but also for his humor, kindness, and quiet strength. He left a lasting impression on those who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Saxon Goggin; his daughter, Debbie Rutkowski; his son, Jerry Goggin; his stepdaughter, Tracy Colburn; and his grandchildren: Mikayla , Marissa, Andrew, and Alec and 5 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Thelma Goggin; his sisters, Rosemary Vallely and Cecilia Steiner; and his brother, John Goggin.

Joe lived a full and meaningful life—one defined by dedication, loyalty, and love for his family. Whether in the control tower, in the air, or at home, he carried a steady presence that others could rely on. He will be remembered not only for the life he built, but for the quiet strength, humor, and enduring love he gave so freely. His memory will live on in the stories shared, the lessons passed down, and the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him.

03/22/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce that P.M. Joe Goggin has passed peacefully. Any funeral arrangements will be announced as I get them.

Alas my Brother.

03/10/2026

We still need volunteers to work the county fair!!!

Contact W.: Michael Zahl to sign up!!

11/13/2025

Last night we passed 2 membwrs to the degree of Fellow Craft! It was a beautiful ceremony and excellent lecture. Congratulations to our new Fellow Craft Masons!

10/25/2025

7th Annual Phoenix Lodge fall Festival well under way! What an amazing turn out from the brothers of Venice Lodge No. 301 F. & A.M. Phoenix Lodge No. 346

08/02/2025

Today we had the pleasure of raising seven new master masons from other lodges in this District Thank you Manatee 31, Venice Lodge No. 301 F. & A.M. , Westcoast 409, Liberty Masonic Daylight Lodge #412 for allowing us to host your candidates it was an amazing day of Fellowship and Brotherly love.

07/02/2025

This evening prior to our stated communication, we honored our Secretary by surprising him and recreating the pen ceremony scene from "A Beautiful Mind" - however; in lieu of pens, he was presented with many, MANY red crayons. He was also presented with a pen that looked like a red crayon, and a small stuffed red crayon.

Thank you, Brother Secretary, for having a good sense of humor, and thank you to all that attended and helped with the shenanigans!

06/28/2025

We are have a raffle for a custom C**t Gold Cup 1911, stainless .45 ACP. Contact any Phoenix Lodge Officer for tickets.

06/25/2025

The potluck dinner scheduled for this Friday has been rescheduled to Friday, July 25th. We look forward to seeing you there!

06/18/2025