Joseph Tatnall Lea Jr. ’36

TAT DIED of congestive heart failure Mar. 15, 1994. He prepared at Cartaret Academy and the Peddie School, and left us midway through junior year.

During WWII, he served three years in the army medical corps in several of the island campaigns in the Pacific Theater. Over 40 years, his business career was devoted to the paper industry. He served in management positions with E. M. Sargeant Pulp and Chemical Co.; Riegel Paper Corp.; and Westfield River Paper Co., from which he retired in 1976.

He and Ellie moved to Pawlet, Vt., in 1977 to enjoy their Civil Warvintage home. For many years, Tat served his town of 600 inhabitants as a paramedic. He had to give up tennis, golf, skiing, and rugby because of health problems. For years, he enjoyed furniture making and refinishing.

He is survived by his widow, Eleanor, whom he married in 1948; son James T; daughters Deborah Woodworth, Barbara Moshier, and Ann Lynn; and eight grandchildren. Tat will be remembered for his engaging personality and athletic skill.

The Class of 1936