George Lenches ’68

George died April 7, 2015, after fighting debilitating spinal and heart problems.

George entered Princeton with two other graduates of Gonzaga High School in Washington, D.C., Gerald Tierney and Alex Zarechnak. At Gonzaga he graduated second in his class and was a member of the tennis team. He loved soccer. George spoke many languages and was knowledgeable and curious about everything, especially history and medicine.

George enrolled at Princeton with the Class of 1968 but withdrew because of his health after a few months. After leaving Princeton, George succeeded in graduating from George Washington University in Washington, D.C., but never overcame a variety of health conditions, which the medical profession was not able to understand. He had enduring patience and strength, even in the face of enormous obstacles.

George is survived by his wonderful, caring wife, Elsa; and his loving and admiring sister, Maria. Tragically his beautiful daughter, Lisa, died in 1998 at the age of 19. His friends from Gonzaga and his family remember and respect George for his grace, intelligence, and persistence. To all of his family and friends, the class extends its deepest sympathies.