John died June 15, 2013, in Wethersfield, Conn., from a heart attack.
John came to Princeton from Phillips Exeter Academy. He majored in architecture and dined at Tower. He played freshman and JV lacrosse as well as freshman soccer. In addition, he was a Keyceptor and was involved with the rugby club. His senior-year roommates were Carl von Isenberg ’64, James Hicks, Eugene Humphrey, Duane Minard, and Vincent Lytle. Vince was wearing John’s college cummerbund when John visited him in Spain circa 1966.
After graduation, John worked briefly for Chemical Bank and then entered Naval OCS to earn his commission. He remained in the service for three years. He received an MBA from Columbia and took a job in product management at General Foods. He subsequently was involved in marketing consulting before doing a stint at a small advertising firm.
His marriage to Paula Cronin ended in divorce after 30 years and three children. He then moved from Wilton, Conn., to the Hartford area, where he ran the Valpak franchise for almost 15 years before retiring.
The class extends its condolences to Paula; their children, Christopher, Heidi, and Bradley; and five grandchildren.