John H. Coulter ’30

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JACK COULTER DIED Oct. 9, 1994, peacefully at his home in Greensburgh, Penn. He was the scion of two illustrious families who settled in western Pennsylvania in 1791. He prepared for Princeton at Exeter, and majored in geology. At the university, he was an avid polo player and member of the pistol team. He was a member of the Key and Seal Club and served as its president.

He was associated with several business enterprises in Greensburgh, including the Greensburgh Coal & Coke Co. and the Southwest Natl. Bank. He served on the boards of many community agencies, including United Way, Chamber of Commerce, Y.M.C.A., and Rotary Club. He enjoyed a variety of hobbies; aviation, photography, stamp-collecting, gardening, and travel.

His beloved wife, Lucia, died in 1987. He is survived by two daughters, Lucia Scala and Joan Pittman, as well as by five grandchildren. The class extends its deepest sympathy to his children and grandchildren.

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