Worshipful Brother Dennis Caoile is a devoted Mason, Marine Corps veteran, husband, father, and community leader whose life reflects a lasting commitment to service.

Born in Pangasinan, Philippines, in February 1976, he was the youngest of 12 siblings. He immigrated to the United States in 1991 to reunite with his mother and graduated from Alameda High School in 1994. In 1995, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving honorably for 22 years before retiring in 2017.

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Soon after boot camp, Dennis met his wife, Aren-Karen. They have been married for 29 years and have four children: Queen, DJ, Lorie, and Kaden. Their family also includes their granddaughter, Ariya.

In 2018, Dennis began a career in federal service. He currently serves as Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1, with 1st Marine Logistics Group at Camp Pendleton.

His Masonic journey began at Hemet San Jacinto Lodge No. 338, where he was initiated in December 2019, passed in February 2020, and raised to Master Mason in August 2021. He affiliated with Widows Sons Lodge No. 869 in 2022 and served as its Master beginning in December 2023. During his leadership, the Lodge strengthened its community involvement through successful blood drives, a scholarship program for Masonic youth, and ritual support for lodges throughout the region.

In recognition of his service, the Grand Lodge of California named him its 2024 Grand Master’s Mason of the Year. He is also a member of Southwest Lodge No. 283, a charter member of Kapayapaan at Pagkakaisa Lodge No. 888, and State Vice-President of the California Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association.

Dennis served as Master of Palm Springs Lodge No. 693 during 2025, concluding his term in January 2026. During his year in the East, he helped revitalize the Lodge and strengthen its future. He currently serves as Assistant Secretary and Officers’ Coach of Widows Sons Lodge No. 869, as well as Officers’ Coach of Kapayapaan at Pagkakaisa Lodge No. 888.

His service as Junior Grand Steward of the Grand Lodge of California concluded in October 2026. He now serves as Vice-Chairman of the Grand Lodge’s Masonic Builders Committee. His continued Masonic work reflects his dedication to brotherhood, mentorship, community service, and the Craft.