IAM Members Recognized for 50 Golden Years of Membership at Convention

Seventeen IAM members were honored during the final day of the 41st IAM Grand Lodge Convention in New York City. Each had passed the threshold of over 50 years of service to our organization.

50 years of service earns a gold membership card for the honoree. It is a treasured recognition within the IAM.

"As we honor them, let us be reminded of their loyalty and the path they have paved for future generations." said IAM International President Brian Bryant to the convention delegates. "Their legacy is one of dedication, and we are deeply grateful for that."

50-year Gold Card members are:

• Retired 13th International President Tom Buffenbarger
• Retired Canadian General Vice President Dave Ritchie
• Retired General Secretary-Treasurer Robert Roach
• Kevin R. Scharf, Local 412
• James E. Bullock, Local 1746
• Joseph Pascarella, Local 2319
• Bruce R. Keller, Local 1414
• Paul L. Shemanski, Local 475
• Mary A. Sansom, Local 1833
• Michael Ramun, Local 1546
• Ted Taft, Local 79
• Patrick F. Buzzee, Local 1871
• Timothy J. Young, Local 660
• Stephanie L. Reavis, Local TCU/IAM Local 464
• Kenneth Stoner, Jr., Local 1546
• Karen Lovelace, Local 1165
• David J. Varnes, Local 764