Edward C. Bottemiller ’55

Edward died Feb. 1, 2015, of natural causes in Madison, Wis.

Born to Edward L. Bottemiller Nov. 1, 1934, in Schenectady, N.Y., Edward prepared for Princeton at Nott Terrace High School. He joined Cottage Club and was active in Whig-Clio, the varsity debate panel, and the Woodrow Wilson honorary debate panel. Edward was also associated with the Princeton senate, WPRU, the pre-law society, and the Westminster Fellowship.

He participated in the American civilization program, with concentrations in philosophy and theology. His senior thesis examined criteria for evaluating ethical theories and dicta. During his senior year, he roomed alone at 106 Holder Hall.

 Throughout his post-Princeton life, Edward followed his own interests and became a collector of sorts. He is survived by his brother, John.