Robert Wilson Wolcott Jr. ’48

Bob joined our class from Hotchkiss, dined at Cottage, pitched varsity baseball, and died Jan. 26, 2005.

Bob lived an eventful life and will be sorely missed by his many friends and admirers. Wayne, Pa., was home for many years. Bob was a phenomenon. He was one of Princeton's all-time great pitchers despite a camping accident at an early age that left him blind in one eye. He pitched four shutouts in Big 3 competition, won the Coach's Cup and the Frederick W. Kafer Cup (twice). He accomplished all this with a glass left eye.

Bob's career was in metals and mining until his retirement in 1994. He served in the Philadelphia area as chairman of Lukens Steel and was involved with International Utilities. He was a director of the National Association of Manufacturers. He served with the American Field Service in India in 1944-45. He was a stalwart of our major reunions.

Our condolences to Peggy, his wife of 55 years, and daughters Allyn and Anne are heartfelt. Bob was predeceased by sons Christopher '78 and Douglas. He was an enthusiastic Princetonian and classmate.

The Class of 1948