Sad news has reached us from Dun Ard. Lady Mairgreg ingen Ghillebrath succumbed to pneumonia on February 12, AS LVII.
Mairgreg came to the SCA in the Shire of Dun Ard and quickly became a member of the community there. She was awarded arms by King Chrystofer II and Queen Salamandra on March 30 AS XXX.
Friends remember her for talent with needle and thread. Such was her talent in the clothier’s craft, that King Luther and Queen Lenore welcomed her into the Order of Golden Swan in December of AS XXXIII.
Her service to Dun Ard will be remembered as well. She gladly took to whatever tasks present needed to be done. King Eringlen III and Quee Alathea II inducted Mairgreg into the Order of Torse in recognition of her service to Dun Ard on April 17 AS XXXIV.
Though absent from our company for some time, Lady Mairgreg ingen Ghillebrath will be missed by all those whom shared her company. Mairgreg is survived by her husband, Lord Gwylon ap Owen and their daughters. May they feel the love and support that Calontir is sending them, and may they find peace in the memory of Lady Mairgreg.

Sit falco cum suo spiritu – “May the Falcon fly with her spirit”

Sing Non-Nobis

Editor’s Note: My memory of Lady Mairgreg was limited. I invite those who knew her to provide more details that I can add to this memory.

Image Courtesy of the Memorial Shield Project – SCA

The sad news has spread that the Honourable Lord Alban St. Albans has left us for the next life. Alban has part of Calontir since the Principality days. He was first awarded arms by King Chepe and Queen Arwynn in February of AS XVIII, one week after Calontir became a Kingdom. His presence and hospitality are well-remembered by those who knew him.

Alban delighted in the printed word and collected rare books and manuscripts. He would often open his home to people travelling to Standing Stones for events. Those who were fortunate enough to stay with Alban were treated to viewings of his period manuscript pages. Alban gave shelter to any who needed it, and his generousity seemed limitless.

Alban was well-regarded by Calontir for his work as a book herald, helping many to find their arms. He was awarded a Simple Grant of Arms in August of AS XXI. King Tomeeki and Queen Fiona awarded Alban Companionship within the Noble Order of the Cross of Calontir in August of AS XXV for his service to heraldry.  Alban was also considered an expert on peerage concepts of homage and fealty.  He gave several workshops on the topic. He was recognized as a Companion to the Order of the Silver Hammer by King Eringlen and Queen Alathea in May of AS XXXIV. His wordfame and service spread so far that Alban was awarded the Queen’s Treasure, a non-armigous award  of the West Kingom.

Alban will be remembered for his smiling presence. Alban’s hospitality and generousity will be missed by all who knew him. When learning of his passing, many friends remarked on how Alban had welcomed them when they were new, offered crash space for events, and showed off his collectoin on period manuscripts. Although health problems had prevented Alban from travelling in recent years, his presence was still felt and shall continue to be felt by all those who knew him. Alban entered his final rest on January 21, AS LVII. His family has asked for privacy while they grieve. Alban’s collection of books and manuscripts will be donated to the University of Missouri.

In libris veritas est – “In books there is truth”

Sing “Non Nobis”

The Arms of Lord Eynon ab Iohannes Mal – Image courtesy of The Memorial Shield Project – SCA

Calontir, as we come together this holiday season, please pause in your celebrations and raise a toast to Lord Eynon ab Iohannes Mal, who passed from this life on December 23, AS LVII. Lord Eynon was one of the founding members of the Shire of Theobald College, and he could often be found at events working behind the scenes. It is said that he would undertake anything and everything needed so that his friends might enjoy the event. From the time Lord Eynon joined the SCA, Lord Eynon enjoyed meeting new people and it has been said that he truly never met a stranger.

Many have remarked on Lord Eynon’s smiling presence at events, his happy countenance, and his willingness to help with whatever needed done. Lord Eynon was talented with needle and thread and made much of the garb he wore for events. He enjoyed camping and was not averse to partaking of a sample of mead from time to time. Lord Eynon was awarded arms by King Matsunaga and Queen Elena in April of AS LI. Just a week prior to his passing, our Konungr Logan and Dróttning Ylva called Eynon into Their Court and awarded him Companionship within the Order of the Torse. 

Calontir grieves with Eynon’s lady wife, Lady Berke Chinua and his family. May the wings of the Calontir Falcon enfold them and give comfort to them during this time of grief.

“Maneat quod aedificavit” – Let that which he has built endure

Sing non-nobis

The Calon Choir is called again to sing “Non Nobis” to honor of our own who has passed. Kenzo of Foxridge passed from this life of December 6, AS LVII. Kenzo was every one’s friend in Foxridge. All who met Kenzo liked him, and he was never heard to speak an unkind work against another.

Kenzo was a talented poet and skilled archer. He served Foxridge as its Minister of Arts and Sciences. He began in the Society 2- years ago during the days of the Contact Group of Riverwatch (Dubuque IA). Kenzo was always ready to pitch in and lend a hand whenever it was needed. Kenzo will be dearly missed.

Please spare a moment to honor the memory of Kenzo, who was taken from us far too early.

“Ta talénta mou stin ypiresía” – My talents in service

Kenzo of Foxridge

Sing “Non Nobis”