James G. McCulloh ’56 *65

Jim died Jan. 13, 2026, in his home in Princeton.

He grew up in Rye, N.Y., and came to Princeton from Kent School. He served in the NROTC, joined Colonial Club, majored in architecture, was captain of the Sailing Team, and commodore of the Yacht Club. As a young officer, he served as the coach of the sailing team at the Naval Academy followed by assignment to the Pentagon and many years in the Reserves.

Jim returned to Princeton for an MFA followed by work with several noted firms, including I.M. Pei, creating award-winning designs for cultural, hospitality, government, and residential uses. He continued to pursue sailing, racing his Etchells 22 with great success and serving as a trustee of the American Yacht Club. In later life, Jim audited classes at Princeton well into his 80s to feed his curiosity and love for learning. He also made his daily walk for miles around the campus.

Jim was predeceased by wives Elizabeth Davidson and Diane Tisher. He is survived by his sons James, Hamilton, Davidson, and Christopher; daughter Amy; four grandsons; and one great-granddaughter.