John Aston Turnbull ’58

John died suddenly of a heart attack at his Washington, N.J. home on May 12, 1999. Although a childhood bout with rheumatic fever eventually led to a valve replacement in 1991, he remained enthusiastic and vigorous until his death at age 64.

John came to Princeton from Glen Ridge H.S. and Trinity-Pauling. He majored in architecture, played rugby, and joined Elm Club. He withdrew from Princeton in his senior year.

John spent most of his career in real estate and at the time of his death was a sales associate for Weichert Realtors and taught potential brokers preparing for the licensing exam. His wit and desire to help others made him popular with students.

In 1960, John married Julie Kelley; they have two sons, John III and Andrew, and a daughter, Jennifer T. Sullivan. He cofounded the Mount Olive softball league and volunteered with the Flanders fire department and first aid squad, becoming a member of the "stork club" (that is, delivering a baby).

He loved golf and cooking, performing at family gatherings and at special events such as the Far Hills charity steeplechase. Woodworking was another favorite pastime. He stopped selling outdoor furniture when he could not keep up with the orders.

To his widow, children, grandchildren, sister Marion McNealey, and brother Thomas H. '59, the class sends its sincerest sympathy.

The Class of 1958