Leroy Frantz Jr. ’49

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Lee died on Oct. 5, 2002, of pancreatic cancer. He was 74. He came to Princeton from Deerfield Academy and served in the Army from Sept. 1946-Mar. 1948, and then again during the Korean War. Lee majored in economics, was in the Flying Club, Orange Key, was active in several capacities with WPRB, and was a member of Cap and Gown Club.

After graduation Lee had two careers in business. The first was with International Flavors and Fragrances, where he was chief financial officer and area chief for Latin America and the Far East until he retired in 1974. His second, which lasted 25 years, was as president of Marina America, a large marina and boat repair facility in Stamford, Conn.

Lee remained active in flying, sailing, and politics throughout his working life. At about the time of our 50th reunion he retired to Washington, Conn., where he lived until his death.

Lee is survived by his wife, Sheila; two sons, Ted and Scott '82; and three daughters, Stephanie, Joan, and Heather '00. The class extends its sincere sympathy to them all on their loss.

The Class of 1949

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