Robert Jack Doub ’56

Jack was born Jan. 19, 1935, and came to Princeton from McDonogh School along with classmates Charlie Elliott and John Finney.

He was an avid sports fan and athlete, enjoying success in football, basketball, and lacrosse in high school. As a Tiger, Jack competed in football, rugby, and lacrosse. He majored in economics, was a member of Cottage Club, and roomed with Jim Harvey.

He served in the Army and then started a sales career at IBM. In 1969, he purchased BR Smith, a power-distribution company. In 1979, a rather fortuitous chain of events led to his founding Baltimore Therapeutic Equipment Co., where he served as president and CEO. The company was the world leader in occupational therapy.

Jack’s fondest memories were of the times he spent at Princeton. He was fortunate to attend every reunion from his junior year on and maintained close ties with many of his classmates and teammates.

Jack died April 7, 2015, at his home in Baltimore. He leaves behind Rita, his wife of 58 years; sons Brian, John, and Bruce; and eight grandchildren. Jack is remembered as a superb athlete, loyal friend, and the proud captain of his yacht, Tiger Stripes.