Alexander Wolfred Dannenbaum Jr. ’33

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Bink Dannenbaum died at his home in Boca Raton, Fla., Jan. 10, 2004. He was 93.

Bink, a former senior vice president of Westinghouse Broadcasting, was a pioneer in the early days of radio and TV. In 1956, he began his career with Philco Corp. in Philadelphia. He then joined Westinghouse in NYC, where he had a prestigious career for 17 years. He retired in 1973.

At Princeton he was an avid polo player. He was a major in the Signal Corps during WWII. After his retirement, he became an enthusiastic sailor. He divided his time between Maine and Florida.

In addition to his wife, Sally, he is survived by a son, Alexander III; a brother, Paul; beloved stepchildren Brian, Ricky, and David; and six grandchildren. He will be remembered by his family and friends for his sense of humor, warmth, and love.

The Class of 1933

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