Robert F. Daily ’43

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Bob died April 4, 2017, at Neshaminy Manor in Warrington, Pa.

Bob prepared for Princeton at Morristown (N.J.) High School, where he was active in the band and Glee Club. At Princeton he majored in the School of Public and International Affairs and graduated with honors. Bob was a member of the band, choir, and Prospect Club.

His wartime service was with the Marines, where he was cited for heroic service in the Battle of Iwo Jima. He later served in the occupation of Japan.

Bob’s civilian career was spent with Smith, Kline & French, including 22 years in Canada as president of SF&K Canada. He spent another 20 years in Radnor with responsibility for international markets.

He was predeceased by his wife, Ruth, in 2011. He is survived by his two sons, Robert and Steven, and five grandchildren.

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