Donald W. Collier *43

Donald died Dec. 28, 2000, at age 80 of prostate cancer at his home in Chicago. Don, who received his doctorate in physical chemistry and chemical engineering at Princeton, enjoyed a long and distinguished career that included 23 years with Borg-Warner Corp., where he started as vice president of research and rose to become senior vice president of corporate strategy. During his tenure as vice president of research, the company developed 18 major technological innovations that led to successful new product lines. As senior vice president of corporate strategy, he introduced strategic planning that led the company to achieve unprecedented earnings growth.

Don's career began with the Sharples Corp. He later worked at the McGraw-Edison Co. After his retirement from Borg-Warner, Don played a key role in developing breath-analyzed ignition interlock systems that are mandated by courts in the US and Canada to deter drunk driving.

Don was an active member of numerous organizations and advisory groups, including the American Assn. for the Advancement of Science, of which he was past president.

Don, who was one of the first graduate students in chemical engineering, is remembered as a quiet and kind man of great patience and meticulous attention to detail who gave generously of his time and energy to the Graduate School and Princeton. He is survived by his two children, Paul Collier and Kathryn Collier Lemmer, and four grandchildren.