James Cory Ledyard ’68

Jim died June 25, 2022, peacefully in Annapolis, Md., of a long- term neurological disorder.

He came to us from Bellarmine College Prep in San Jose, Calif., where he played tennis, was a cheerleader, and worked on the school newspaper. While at Princeton, Jim majored in English. He was involved in the sailing club and cheerleading and was active in student government. He was a member of Ivy and roomed in Patton Hall with Dave Tundermann, Henry Waszkowski, and Dave Larsen his senior year.

After graduation, Jim became a commissioned Naval officer out of ROTC. He served on board an ammunition ship stationed in the Mediterranean.

After mustering out in 1971, Jim earned a graduate degree from Stanford and began his teaching career. Shortly thereafter, he became an educational administrator and earned a Ph.D. from Claremont University in educational leadership. He spent his entire career in secondary education as a visionary teacher, high school principal, and prep school headmaster. In retirement, Jim continued to enjoy golf, tennis, and sailing.

The class extends its deepest sympathies to his spouse, Martha Kendall; his children, Katherine and Brian; stepchildren Melanie and Jason; eight grandchildren; and the rest of his family and friends.