A. Bayard Dod Jr. ’36 *38

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By, of Apple Valley, Calif., died May 1, 2002. He prepared at the Hun School and Carteret Academy. At Princeton he majored in electrical engineering and was a member of Key and Seal Club. His father, A. Bayard Dod, was a member of the Class of 1900, and his grandfather of the Class of 1857.

By's professional career was devoted to Phelps Dodge Copper Products Corp., from which he retired in 1979. He was a member of several professional organizations. His hobbies were sailing, photography, computers, and growing orchids.

By was predeceased by his wife, Jane C. Wilkin, whom he married in 1950. He is survived by sons Brian and Barry, daughter Ann Edwards, and eight grandchildren.

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