Bradley A. Richards ’75

Brad Richards died Jan. 20, 2002, of a brain tumor. He was 48 and lived in Montclair, N.J.

Brad came from Minneapolis to Princeton, where he majored in politics and was captain of the men's ice hockey team. He went on to play semipro hockey in Sweden and Germany and served as the university's assistant coach before taking a position with the Citizens League from 1978-83. He had a 19-year career with Medtronics, the medical device company, most recently as regional cardiovascular director.

Princeton friends remember Brad as an inspirational athlete and leader, possessed of a fine intellect, a true scholar-athlete before the term became overused. Devout and generous, he had an easygoing temperament and an unusual ability to listen and empathize, coupled with a contagious sense of humor. These qualities, along with Brad's persistently positive outlook on life, boyish charm, and unbounded enthusiasm, will always bring a smile to those who knew him.

Brad is survived by his wife, the former Kathryn Anderson; his daughters, Alyse, Sydney, and Faith; his mother, Barbara Richards, of Minneapolis; two sisters; and a brother.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Bradley A. Richards Memorial Scholarship at Montclair HS to assist college-bound student-athletes.

The Class of 1975