Don Stocks has been a licensed realtor since 2005. He was born in Chicago, but spent his summers in Ely at the family owned resort since 1957. After receiving his degree in landscape architecture from the University of Illinois – Urbana in 1969, Don moved to Ely on a permanent basis.

Married to his wife Connie of 22 years, they, with their two daughters, Jordyn 21 and Jaymie 20, continued as owners and operators of Jack Pine Lodge on Snowbank until 2005. They have since retired and reside on Shagawa Lake. Don’s love of people, the great outdoors and Ely has given him a wide respect of the area. He was also the local assessor for the Town of Fall Lake for 15 years leaving him with a great knowledge of property values. With his years of experience, he welcomes you to Ely.