Ian Stockdale was one of the most popular and respected
members of our organisation. He was a true Christian
gentleman who devoted his life to ensuring a bright
future for others.
In 1941 Ian enlisted and served in New Guinea with the
AIF and spent months in the Repatriation Hospital before
returning to the real estate business. He married Lions
Lady Rae in 1946 and, following travels to the USA where
youth camps were commonplace, his love and concern for
children and their future become one of his strong
characteristics.
Ian served as District Governor of District 201 M in
1969 - 70, as International Director from 1976 to 78,
and was awarded one of the Association's highest awards,
The Ambassador of Goodwill. In 1979 he was awarded the
MBE.
Lions Licola Village was created from Ian's ability to
clearly visualise an opportunity and was purchased and
converted to the facility as
we know it today through his untiring work for the youth
of the nation.
Allan I. Vickery
Keith Davis AM
Lance Gliddon
