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Past Chapter President Ted Newkirk has been a Knight for 19
years. He was Nassau Chapter President from 2016-2018. Ted was at
the forefront in the rebirth of the Nassau Chapter and put us in a
special place. With Ted’s guidance, insight, and innovation, his
presidency was a model for all who followed. He inspired us all with his
slogan “It’s All About The Love” that over the years made us all feel
good about our Fraternal Order, our Chapter, and Ourselves. He is the
proud father of two daughters Marie and Camille. Ted and his lovely
wife Paola remain a blessing within and for the Nassau Chapter.

Lloyd Ippolito is the youngest member to receive the Tom Kopetic Knight of the Year
award. He joined our Order in 2011 and soon became an active member in his council,
the Nassau Chapter, and the New York State Council.
He played a significant role in the Nassau Chapter Directory for 8 years as the
“Layout Editor” – utilizing his computer skills to reduce Chapter printing expenses.
When there was another Covid breakout in the Fall/Winter of 2021/2022, Lloyd
organized the virtual monthly meetings, so our Chapter could continue to succeed
with its charitable endeavors. Finally, he was an active member on the NY State C&B
team for 4 years organizing the recordkeeping of C&B sales throughout the state, and
presenting the results in real time.
In business, Lloyd is a CPA and is currently the Director of Finance for the
Federation of Organizations and a partner at Master Tax Services, LI LLC.

Barbara has been a Charter member of Joseph Barry
Auxiliary since 1997. She served on the board in positions of
Financial Secretary, Secretary, Vice-President and President
She then was nominated to and elected to serve on the board
of the Nassau Chapter. She held positions of Sentinel, Treasurer,
Financial Secretary, Secretary, Vice President and President.
Barbara also served as District Deputy, and Degree Team.
Barbara was then elected to and is serving as a Supreme
Director. She has held this position for the Past 5 years
Walter and Barbara will be celebrating their 59 Wedding
Anniversary this year.