
Pennsylvania State Board
In Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity,
Tom Coughlin, Jr.
Secretary
AOH Pennsylvania State Board
UPDATED INFORMATION ON THE AOH PA STATE BOARD MEETING
The State Board meeting will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at 1:00 pm
at the DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree
500 Mansfield Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Be sure to book your room now if you plan on staying. You can always book it now and cancel it later if things change. Here's the link to book your room.
https://group.doubletree.com/1woj5j
We realize that this is a busy time of year and that some may not be able to attend. In order to get an accurate head count, especially for refreshments, can you please let us know if you will or will not be attending by filling out this quick form. Thank you to those who have already responded. If you've yet to respond, please do so soon.
https://forms.gle/qRgo36AN5PxqZRrH7
In Our Motto,
Tom Coughlin, Jr.
Secertary
AOH PA State Board
The State Board meets quarterly in different parts of the State. We do our best to meet in the East, the West, in the North, the South, and in any part of the State in between. We try to meet where we currently have Divisions, most especially active Divisions, whether they are large or small. All members in good standing are welcome and encouraged to attend these meetings to get a better understanding of how the Order works and bring information back to your Divisions and County Boards. It’s a great opportunity for Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity
Brothers, please mark your calendars and plan on attending future State Board meetings. If staying overnight, please see the booking information listed for each location.
2026 Meetings...
The State Board meets quarterly in different parts of the State. We do our best to meet in the East, the West, in the North, the South, and in any part of the State in between. We try to meet where we currently have Divisions, most especially active Divisions, whether they are large or small. All members in good standing are welcome and encouraged to attend these meetings to get a better understanding of how the Order works and bring information back to your Divisions and County Boards. It’s a great opportunity for Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity.
December 12, 2026 – Pittsburgh, PA. See details above.
February / March 2027 – Date and Location yet to be determined. Once we get more details, we will share them with you.
May 2027 – Scranton, PA Date and location yet to be determined. This will be the State President’s Dinner. More details to come.
July 2027 - State Convention in Pittsburgh.
In Our Motto,
Tom Coughlin, Jr. Secretary AOH PA State Board
Tri Abhainn Major Degree Team Ceremony
January 17, 2026 Monroeville, PA

The Allegheny County Tri Abhain Major Degree Team exemplified the Major Degree Ceremony on, January, 17th, 2026 at St. Bernadette's Church in Monroeville, PA. Although 24 candidates were degreed, three left before photo was taken. As per the attached photo, please see the candidates listed below.
Seated from left: Edward Pultz - Westmoreland 1, Charles Boyer - Westmoreland 1, Donald Hogan - Westmoreland 1, Paul Whalen - Westmoreland 1, John Dolan - Westmoreland 1, Sean Ward - Allegheny 4, Charles Pina - Allegheny 17, George Baker - Allegheny 17, Deacon Mike Kelly - Allegheny 17, Robert Downey - Allegheny 17
Standing from left: Dennis Roddy - Allegheny 32, Gavin Griffen - Erie 3, Zack Lindner - Allegheny 1, Colin Clegg - Allegheny 1, Rory Diven - Alleghney 1, Michael P. McAllister Jr. - Allegheny 17, Kevin Shanley - Allegheny 17, Tom Bresnahan - Westmoreland 1, James Ramsey - Westmoreland 1, Donald Nagy - Cambria 1, Joseph Reichert - Allegheny 17, William Ingram - Cambria 1.

