John was a fourth-generation Princetonian, following his father, Gray M. 1913, grandfather Charles S. 1887, and great-grandfather James A. 1860. Other Tigers in the family include his brothers, Marsh ’55 and Richard ’50. He prepared at Pomfret School. John majored in politics and joined Ivy Club. He played hockey and golf and was on the class memorial insurance committee.
He joined the Marine Corps and rose to the rank of captain, then began a career in finance. John was a volunteer with the Central Park Conservancy and an accomplished bridge player. With his first wife, Margaret Ingram Ruhm, he had five children. With his second wife, Jane, he had two children.
John died March 20, 2015, leaving Jane and their children, John and Peter; sons Shep, John Jr., James, and Edward; and his daughter, Jennifer ’83. The class offers good wishes to all his family and a salute to John for his service to our country.