John P. Nash ’31

JOHN NASH DIED at home Mar. 8, 1994. At Princeton, he played in the orchestra and band, becoming band leader his senior year. He also belonged to Whig Hall and Elm Club.

After Harvard Law, he joined the family law firm in Manitowoc, Wisc., where he had a distinguished career. He retired in 1986, In WWII, he served as a major in the army counterintelligence and judge advocate corps, receiving the bronze star.

In addition to being a charming, fun companion, Jack was very generous with his time and energy in civic affairs, including the Salvation Army, United Way, Red Cross, Y.M.C.A., Presbyterian Church, Memorial Hospital, Rahr Civic Center, and Vits Foundation. He received a number of meritorious awards from these and other organizations, including the Univ. of WisconsinManitowoc (in whose founding Jack was involved).

Jack and his wife, Ruth, traveled with the Class of 1931 and a group from Dartmouth on the ARGONAUT, circumnavigating the British Isles. They contributed much pleasure to the group.

Besides his widow, Ruth, Jack is survived by daughter Dr. Barbara R, son Dr. James L., sister Mrs. Earl J. Starkey, five grandchildren, and three nephews. Jack was a faithful and active Princetonian and classmate. He will be greatly missed. The class extends its sympathy to his entire family.

The Class of 1931