Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative held a retiree luncheon on Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. Twenty-six (26) retirees attended the lunch and had the opportunity to view new equipment purchased by the Coop. Each retiree shared with current employees, a little about their time with HOEC and were presented with a small appreciation gift. It was an opportunity for current employees to learn about the coop world from many who paved the way, serving members as early as 1948.
Retirees visited with current lineman and saw some of the equipment the Coop has acquired since their retirement.
James Rigger, 97-year-old retired lineman for Howell-Oregon (1948 to 1989), shared some of his memories from when he started working here. Manager of Operations Bennie Perkins listens in the background.
