Frederick D. Petrie ’30

Fred Petrie died in Elmira, N.Y., May 6, 2004. He was 96.

Before coming to Princeton, he attended Choate School, where he was a member of the glee club, choir, literary club, and jazz orchestra. He roomed alone at Princeton freshman and sophomore years, and in his senior year roomed with E.B. Wilson at 333 Pyne Hall. He was a member of Court Club.

After graduation Fred enrolled at MIT, obtaining a degree in architecture. He returned to Elmira and, in addition to architectural work, was involved in community affairs. He was a longtime member of the board of Steele Memorial Library, and worked with productions of the Elmira Little Theater and the Elmira Choral and Symphony Society. Fred was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Elmira, where he served as elder, deacon, and trustee.

Fred is survived by several cousins. His interest in Princeton remained strong and effective through his consistent and generous contributions to Annual Giving. The class extends its sympathy.

The Class of 1930