Harry W. Berkowitz ’55

Born to Rosalie and Sidney Berkowitz Nov. 15, 1932, in San Antonio, Texas, Harry was raised in a home filled with artists and fine art.

He prepared at Andover. At Princeton he lettered in lacrosse and football, and his experience in college athletics helped shape his motivation and passion for outdoor activities. He was an avid skier and fly fisherman, traveling throughout the country in search of rising trout.

Harry married Mimi Dreier. They raised four children and spent summers on Shelter Island, N.Y. After Mimi’s death, Harry was blessed with the love and companionship of Donna Dean, who fulfilled his life.

To others, Harry brought graciousness, insight, and genuine interest in their lives. His passion for life and consideration for others was remarkable. His retail career at Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sakowitz, and Zale Corp. culminated in seven years as president of the Yale Co-op. Harry was a founder of Princeton Project ’55, now AlumniCorps, which helps connect Princeton grads with nonprofits. He was a member of the Princeton Prize in Race Relations committee.

Harry died March 15, 2014, in New York City while recovering from surgery. He was 81. To his survivors, the class says, “We will miss him as you do.”