Carl G. Fonden ’49

Charlie died April 12, 2014, in Manchester, N.H.

He was born Oct. 23, 1925, and enlisted in the Army immediately after finishing high school. As a navigator in the Army Air Corps, he flew B-29s in the Pacific, was based in Saigon, and was mustered out as a second lieutenant.

After the war, Charlie entered Princeton, majoring in physics and taking his meals at Key & Seal. He left prior to graduation and was recalled to active duty during the Korean War. He then remained in the service, spending 20 years in the Air Force Intelligence Corps (including a tour of duty in Vietnam in the 1960s). He retired in 1968 with the rank of lieutenant colonel.

Charlie moved to Milford, N.H., at about the time of his retirement. He provided an entry for our 50-year directory, giving his occupation as writer. We learned indirectly that he was an avid geographer, historian, and traveler, fluent in four languages.

Charlie was predeceased by his wife, Doris. He is survived by three children, nine grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. We extend our condolences to his entire family.