1.4.2 Deputy Grand Master

In case of the death, absence from the State, or inability to serve of the Grand Master, the Deputy Grand Master shall perform the duties of the office; and in case of the death, absence from the State, or inability to serve of both the Grand Master and Deputy Grand Master, the Grand Wardens, according to rank, shall perform the duties of the Grand Master. During such period, the officer shall assume the title of Acting Grand Master.