Peter B. Alexander ’58

Peter died April 1, 2017.

He came to Princeton from the Gilman School in Baltimore, where he played football, baseball, and was Maryland state wrestling champion in his weight class for two years. At Princeton, Peter was a member of Tiger Inn and majored in economics, graduating summa cum laude. Upon graduation he became an officer in the Marines.

Peter became CEO of Fleck-Marshall, a plumbing-supply business in Lancaster, Pa. His business success allowed him to pursue the Alexander family passion for horses and horseracing. In 1972 he purchased Deepmeadows Farm, a foaling and boarding center. Peter loved Delaware Park Racetrack — the backside of the track was his sanctuary. He was president of the Delaware Horsemen’s Assistance Fund for more than 20 years, establishing programs such as health care and day care for horsemen who didn’t have the means.

He loved working beside his oldest daughter, Margaret, as she was his assistant for 20 years. They made many trips to the winner’s circle. One mare, Fionnghal, still holds the record at Delaware Park for 10 wins in a 100-day meet.

He lost Joann, his beloved wife of almost 57 years, April 30, 2016. His three daughters took care of him at his home after his loss.

Peter is survived by daughters Margaret, Julie, and Suzanne Alexander-Doncel, and four grandchildren. To all the class extends its condolences.