George Ransom Lord Jr. ’39

George died April 10, 2004, at Blowing Rock Hospital near his home in Whispering Pines, N.C.

His entire business career was with Sinclair Oil, beginning after graduation in Fort Worth, Texas. He became resident engineer of the Corpus Christi refinery and project engineer on refinery engineering projects. He was moved to several different posts around the country until he became assistant manager of refinery economics in New York City. George and his wife, Margaret Newton, whom he married in 1940, settled in Pelham, N.Y. He believed his most worthwhile activity was his service to Pelham, first as trustee 1967-71, then as mayor until he retired and left Pelham in 1972. He settled in Whispering Pines, where he was surrounded by opportunities to indulge his hobby of golf.

Margaret died in 1999. George is survived by his daughter, Linda Antilla; son George III; one granddaughter; five grandsons; and two great-grandchildren. To them, we extend our sincere sympathy.

The Class of 1939