Grand Lodge of Cyprus Elected Officers 2024
Grand Primo
Bro Nof Pashialis KOM
Last years deputy Grand Primo, Bro Nof Pashialis,was born in London and moved to Cyprus in 2005. He joined the order in 2014 being initiated into the James Mercury Lodge; He has served on most of our committees and been a major player in the GLC since it was formed. His charity appeal this year is called MOVEMBER which deals with men’s health and wellbeing both mental and physical.
Immediate Past Grand Primo
Bro Nic Ashby ROH
This popular member of our order has enjoyed a very successful year as Grand Primo. Swedish by birth Bro Nic joined the James Mercury Lodge in March 2013. His nominated charity appeal during his year in office was for a local Alzheimer’s charity He raised in excess of €5000, well done!
Deputy Grand Primo And Grand Trustee
Bro Ray Hill FG ROH
Being one or our longest serving members, Bro Ray joined the order in 1984’ Time has given him the experience and knowledge needed to take on this important role. He demonstrated his abilities at the age of 18 when he left home to make his own successful way in the world. He is a member of the James Mercury Lodge and also Dhekelia Garrison Lodge.
Grand Secretary
Bro Gary Davis ROH
A well respected member of the Order, Bro Gary Davis ROH, has held this important office for the last 3 years. Once in Cyprus he joined the Order in April 2012. He soon became secretary 2 lodges at the same time and then adding the Cyprus PGL to his portfolio. A major contributor to the formation of GLC he was, and still is, the ideal brother to hold this office.
Grand Treasurer
Bro Paul Harper C.P.
After leaving South Africa where he was a chef and also a radio announcer, Bro Paul Harper arrived in Cyprus and he joined the James Mercury Lodge in 2019 being raised to C.P. the following year. He is the most influential brother regarding online meetings to the GLC.
Grand Chamberlain And Grand Trustee
Bro Dave Smith KOM
A fun loving and energetic person, Bro Dave affiliated to The James Mercury Lodge in 2021 and later that year to the Dhekelia Garrison Lodge Originally from Morecombe, Lancashire, he is proud to admit he was educated at the University of Life. Initiated in the Pride of Hastings Lodge No 9817 in 1978 he has brought a wealth of experience to us here in Cyprus.
Grand Alderman of Benevolence
Bro Ross Thomson KOM
Hard working, dependable and has a passion for lamb chops Brother Ross also believes that not only if a job is worth doing, it’s worth doing well, it should be done to the best of your ability. Brother Ross was initiated into the Dhekelia Garrison Lodge in August 2013. He is Secretary of the Holiday of a Life Time committee and also an elected member of the GLMC.
Grand Alderman of Juniper
Bro Stephen Leek ROH
One could say Bro Stephen travelled the world for a living. This is partialy correct, he did in fact work as a Pastry Chef in 5* hotels around the globe. He emigrated to Cyprus in 1985, met and married his wife in 1987 and in 1996 he joined the Buffs, moved swiftly through the Degrees Exalted to ROH in 2008
Grand Registrar
Bro Howard Passes KOM
Having been a member since 2017 Brother Howard has demonstrated his ability to take on whatever is required. Initiated into the James Mercury Lodge, he is currently secretary to the Dhekelia Garrison Lodge, is assistant secretary to another and is also a member of GLMC.
Grand Constable
Bro Steve Gannon
Born in Chester Bro Steve grew up in a family where several of his uncles were Buffs. It was only natural that after joining the RAF in March 1977 he also joined the Buffs. On leaving the RAF he joined the Police and then went to Germany with the Army. In Cyprus he became PGP in 2014. He enjoys meetings now as much as he did back in 1977.
Grand Waiter
Bro Colin Young ROH
Bro Colin still resides in the UK although he makes regular visits to Cyprus for minor and Grand Lodge meetings. He affiliated in the first place to Dhekelia Garrison Lodge and then within 2 weeks he affiliated to the James Mercury Lodge. Bro Colin is always full of ideas some better than others, he is a great character, we are proud to have him on board.
Grand Minstrel
Bro Nigel Graham
Born in Auckland New Zealand, Bro Nigel was determined to see the world. To that end he moved to London and studied to become an Osteopath. On qualifying he set up a practice in Finchley London. He became president of British Osteopathic Association 2003. 2006 moved to Cyprus, initiated into James Mercury Lodge 2019. In 2022 he published his autobiography ‘No Pain No Gain’
Grand Tyler
Bro Stewart Read ROH
Bro Stewart joined the order 2007. He was very active in the Cyprus PGL until the formation of Grand Lodge of Cyprus. Very enthusiastic about his Buffalo career he became Grand Primo 2022. He continues to take an active role in the GLC and is always willing to pass on his guidance to younger and less experienced Brothers.
Grand Trustee
Bro Gary Dickinson ROH
Brother Gary was the first Grand Primo of the Grand Lodge of Cyprus in 2020. He has just been honoured by being given a position on the Grand Lodge of England.