The Illustrious LeRoy A. Lassiter served as Deputy until 2015, totaling 18 years as Deputy to the Orient of Maryland. In 2015, LeRoy transferred his membership to the United Supreme Council, Grand Orient of Washington, District of Columbia, as a founding member of the United Su- preme Council District of Columbia and was elected as the Grand Minister of State in which he served until his homegoing. He was a member of every masonic body, including the Order of the Eastern Stars, all York Rite Bodies, and the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite. He was also a charter member and Past Master in E. Jerry Williams Lodge No. 141, Past Commander in Chief in James A. Mingo Consistory No. 334, and an Honorary Past Imperial Potentate in Misr Temple No. 213. LeRoy's reputation for training and mentorship proceeded him in the Maryland Jurisdiction, Holy See, and the Domain. LeRoy was a very engaging and friendly person who looked for the best in everyone he met, re- gardless of age or background. A mentor and encourager, LeRoy was never too busy to share a word of wisdom. He loved to travel, visiting places like Europe, the Caribbean, Hawaii, and numer- ous places in the US. He was also an active member of Fort Foote Baptist Church and enjoyed volunteering and helping when he could. He believed in working "hard but smart" and knowing one's worth. LeRoy lived life to its fullest with no regrets! He was a blessing to many, and his memory will forever be cherished. On Wednesday, April 6, 2022, LeRoy Lassiter entered peacefully into eternal rest. His divine pur- pose was fulfilled. A job well done. After the death of his first wife, LeRoy remarried Patricia McCoy Lassiter, with whom he spent the final years of his life in a caring and loving relationship. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Teddy D. Lassiter (Barbara), James H. Las- siter (Marion), and Idell C. Brown. His loving wife, Patricia McCoy Lassiter, forever will cherish his memory; two sons: Tyrone Simmons (Deborah) and Mark A. Lassiter (Yvette); daughter: Dani- er McCoy; grandchildren: Simone Simmons and Jabari T. Simmons. Tunisa J. Simmons, Tarik J. Simmons, Donnell A. Lassiter (Brittany), Rodrick T. Moseley, Markell A. Lassiter, and Jalen Rob- inson - McCoy; brother: Sidney H. Lassiter (Bernice); and a host of great - grandchildren, and other relatives and friends.
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