Stephen Fairchild Gregory ’57

Steve, who spent his childhood in Denver and graduated from Taft in 1953 as the salutatorian of his class, died Sept. 2, 2005.

At Princeton he was active in music and theater, particularly in the Triangle Club, where he sang, acted, and composed music. He also was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. He was trained in classical piano but had a wonderful ear and great interest in music of all types. Throughout his lifetime he remained active in the arts.

After Princeton, he spent time in Washington, D.C., and Paris, cultivating his love for international life before joining Squibb's international division as a marketing professional. He met his wife, Vibeke Egebo, in Beirut, Lebanon. They subsequently lived in Lebanon, Kenya, Peru, Venezuela, Indonesia, Italy, India, and Morocco.

After a lifetime abroad, Steve decided to retire to Portland, Ore., in 1997 to be closer to his family. He pursued his passion for gardening and the arts, and continued to travel until 2004. Steve fought a courageous battle with lung cancer and died peacefully at home with his family by his side. Those of us who knew him remember his gentleness, kindness, and his love for family, friends, and music.

Steve is survived by Vibeke; son Alex; daughter Helen '92; and grandchildren Ian, Bronwyn, Charlotte, and Eleanor.

The Class of 1957