Past Master
Ralph Green
Deceased
Past Master
Masonic Record
Initiated
February 17, 1944
Passed
March 16, 1944
Raised
April 21, 1944
Worshipful Master
June 24, 1962
Biography
Past Master Biography: Ralph A. Green
(Died 1990)
Charter Junior Warden: Lubbock Lodge No. 1392 (1960–1961) Past Master: Lubbock Lodge No. 1392 (1962–1963) Past Master: Plainview Lodge No. 709 (1974–1975)
I. Life & Career
Professional Life asz A longtime resident of the area, Ralph was a contractor and home builder by trade. His professional work contributed significantly to the residential growth of Lubbock during the mid-20th century, a period of rapid expansion for the city.
Family He was married to Ruby Lee Green (1910–2003). Together they were active members of the community during their many years in West Texas.
II. Masonic Journey
Degree Work
Initiated (EA): February 17, 1944 — Olton Lodge No. 1257
Passed (FC): March 16, 1944 — Olton Lodge No. 1257
Raised (MM): April 21, 1944 — Olton Lodge No. 1257
Memberships & Affiliations
Lubbock Lodge No. 1392: Charter Junior Warden; Affiliated during the Lodge\'s formation.
Plainview Lodge No. 709: Affiliated June 11, 1970.
Olton Lodge No. 1257: Mother Lodge.
III. Service Record & Offices Held
Brother Green was a \"builder\" in both his profession and his Masonic life. He served as the very first Junior Warden of Lubbock Lodge No. 1392, later becoming its third Worshipful Master. Years later, he continued his leadership by serving as the Worshipful Master of Plainview Lodge.
Lodge Leadership
Lubbock Lodge No. 1392:
Worshipful Master: 1962–1963
Charter Junior Warden: 1960–1961
Senior Warden: 1961–1962
Plainview Lodge No. 709:
Worshipful Master: 1974–1975
Senior Warden: 1973–1974
Olton Lodge No. 1257:
Junior Warden: 1953–1954
Treasurer: 1950–1953
Junior Steward: 1948–1949
IV. In Memoriam
Brother Ralph A. Green laid down his working tools on January 4, 1990.
Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park, Lubbock, Texas (Rose Garden Section).
Obituary: Published in the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, January 1990.
