John Maxmillian Weis ’53 *54

Jack joined the Navy and literally saw the world during a notable 42-year career serving our country. He retired in 1983 as a captain, and died of cancer May 4, 2006, in Palm Coast, Fla.

An Olean (N.Y.) High School graduate, he became known as one of the most able servers at Commons. When he became head waiter, Dick Kirk and Jack's other roommates good-naturedly were envious of the high wages he made. Dick fondly remembers Jack as a jolly "rah-rah" guy. He belonged to Quadrangle Club, became an Orange Key officer, and was on the Undergraduate Council. He obtained a master's degree in civil engineering at Princeton.

Jack served as commander for naval construction forces and shore activity and received the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal. After leaving the Navy, he became vice president of David Volkert Engineering and later was associated with WRF Inc.

Survivors include Mina, his wife of four years; son Nicholas J.; stepsons Robert Go, Ronald Go, and Richard Go; stepdaughter Georgina Afar; and six grandchildren. They have our warm condolences.