John S. Lionberger Jr. ’50

John died Jan. 30, 2006, in St. Louis, a few days after his 79th birthday.

Wanting to serve his country, John accelerated through high school so he could graduate early from the Country Day School of St. Louis. He enlisted in the Navy on his 18th birthday and was stationed on an aircraft carrier in the Pacific theater. After the war he entered Princeton, where he majored in economics and was a member of Colonial Club.

After Princeton, he worked for several years as a banker in New York City. He then returned to St. Louis, where he pursued a career as a stockbroker. He was a lifelong community volunteer and activist. In retirement he became a docent at the St. Louis Zoo. John was always committed to his principles. He was a strong supporter of the Republican party, in which he and his wife were extremely active.

John's family meant a great deal to him, as did friendships he made at Princeton and throughout his life. Our condolences go to Erle, his wife of almost 50 years; daughters Erle and Louise and their husbands; six grandchildren; a brother; and two sisters.

The Class of 1950