Lawrence E. Oxley ’49

Larry died Nov. 18, 2023, just two weeks before his 96th birthday and five months after his wife, Marion, died. They were married for 70 years, and are survived by their son Greg ’81; granddaughter Morgan, and great-grandson Nolan.

Larry came to Princeton from the Pingry School. At Princeton, he played football and majored in engineering. After two years in the Army, he transferred to Allegheny College, where he earned a degree in economics. His subsequent career was in marketing for firms including Alcoa Aluminum, Olin Mathieson, and Altech Industries.

Larry and Marion were active participants in tennis, golf, and bridge, and he supported and coached many swim teams as well as those of his son and granddaughter. He served as a PIAA high school swimming official for 40 years, and in 1965 he helped found the Trident Swim and Tennis Club.

Larry served the Class of 1949 in many capacities, including a brief stint as agent for Annual Giving, ending with his death. We appreciate his loyal support over the years.