Paul John Stocks of Waldorf, Maryland, died on Sunday, November 6, 2011 at his residence. He was 73 years old.

Mr. Stocks was an Electronics Engineer for 33 years with the Naval Research Laboratories in Washington, DC and a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during World War II.

Son of the the late Paul James Stocks and the late Mildred May Williams Stocks.

Predeceased by his parents.

Survived by his his wife of 29 years, Sandra May Stocks; one daughter, Pam (Casey) Sawyer of Chester, VA; one son, John (Jan) Stocks; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Gathering of Friends: Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 5-8 PM at Raymond Funeral Chapel, 5635 Washington Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646). Interment: By family at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society, 312 E. Ridgeway Street, Clifton Forge, VA 24422.

Arrangements provided by Raymond Funeral Service.