Brother James Stocks received his Golden Veteran (50 yr) Award at Riverside Lodge on Feb. 7,2013 . His wife, Rosie had the honor of pinning him. Inspector, John Channon , officiated the ceremony with W.M. Steve Morrison and Wor. Lee Cleveland assisting. The new, long-form, ceremony was used for the program which was very appreciated by the recipient, his wife , and the brethren and families present.
James Stocks began his residence in Riverside in 1945, spent 38 yrs with SCE serving in such places as El Segundo, Mojave, Big Creek, and Rosemead working with steam and hydroelectric plants, then another 12 yrs as a consultant and instructor.
He was raised as a Master Mason on Sept 27, 1962.
John Channon , D8 reporter, Inspector