Jay W. Dawson ’76

It is with great sadness that the class reports the death of Jay Dawson March 28, 2012, in Pennsylvania, a few days after he collapsed while jogging.

Jay came to Princeton from North Allegheny High School in Pittsburgh. At Princeton, he majored in politics and wrote his thesis on the political effects of ozone-depletion theory. He was a varsity wrestler and football player (middle guard No. 60), worked at the student center, and joined Cottage Club. Jay also was crew chief for the 15th reunion of the Class of 1961.

After college, Jay earned a law degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 1979. He married Susan, and they raised three daughters. They were founding members of North Way Christian Community. In his career, Jay held the positions of vice president and legal secretary for Peoples TWP, a gas and oil company in Pennsylvania.

The class officers extend deepest sympathy to Jay’s mother, Ruth; his wife, Susan; daughters Julia, Elisa, and Christianna; a granddaughter; his sister; three brothers; and the extended family.

The class will remember Jay Dawson with honor and affection .