James Weir died from lymphoma June 6, 2012, at his home in Haworth, N.J.
Born in East Orange, N.J., he was class valedictorian at Bloomfield High School. At Princeton, he was active in sports and dramatics. He majored in politics and was a member of Cannon Club.
In 1958, Jim graduated from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons and then became board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. He loved research and spent his career in the pharmaceutical industry, becoming senior vice president of medical affairs and chief medical officer at Park Davis Group (Pfizer). In retirement, he became a medical consultant and taught at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center.
Jim remained committed to education and served on the board of education at Haworth Public School and also as its president. He had the privilege of presenting graduation certificates to his three children. He remained devoted to his children and grandchildren.
Jim loved gardening and woodworking and became fluent in French.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Joyce; their children, Meredith, Douglas, and Alison; and five grandchildren. The class expresses condolences to them on their loss.