In 1952, architect Duryea Cameron bought and restored a long-vacant historic townhouse on Front Street in Harrisburg, Pa. There in a first-floor studio he established his architectural practice and in that home he and his wife, Pat, raised their family.

Soon known as an influential architect whose mission was to protect history through preservation and reclamation, Duryea was a co-founder and charter member of the Historic Harrisburg Association, preserving landmarks and neighborhoods. In 1972, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA), he “was influential in the restoration of Harrisburg’s historic Shipoke neighborhood after the flooding of Hurricane Agnes did substantial and widespread damage to the area.”

Among his many historic design and consultation services to a host of neighborhood groups, churches, and other associations, Duryea organized and was treasurer of the Orpheum Theatre Association, preserving the historic State Theatre. In 2011, the AIA’s Central Pennsylvania Chapter honored him with its Distinguished Service Award for Lifetime Achievement. “His generosity,” said the AIA, “frequently enabled grassroots initiatives to become a reality.”

Duryea’s death Oct. 11, 2013, left his wife; their daughter, Anne Duryea Cameron Mullender; sons Alex, James, and William; and seven grandchildren. Our warmest sympathy goes to all.

Undergraduate Class of 1946