Thomas J. Hutchinson ’70

Princeton lost a most loyal son Aug. 29, 2003, when Tom Hutchinson died after a courageous battle with cancer.

Hutch entered Princeton from Philadelphia's St. Joseph's Prep School, and became one of our class leaders, distinguishing himself as a student, athlete, and friend. He majored in aeronautical engineering and was known for his intellect, humor, and discipline. Renowned for his prowess on the gridiron and revered by his teammates, Hutch was a stalwart on the Princeton defensive line, leading the Tigers to a share of the Ivy Championship our senior year and winning the coveted Harry McPhee Award.

After Princeton, Hutch earned an MBA from Harvard, then founded a contract packaging business. He married Janice McKeever in 1971, settled in Milford, Conn., and raised their children, Jennifer '93, Bryan, and Katie.

At Hutch's memorial service, the class presented Janice with a University flag that, on the day of his death, flew over Nassau Hall, the chapel, Tiger Inn, the E-Quad, Princeton Stadium, and the spot marking the 50-yard line of Palmer Stadium.

To Janice, Jennifer, Bryan, Katie, and the rest of Hutch's family, the class extends sympathy and love, and its congratulations and warmest wishes on the arrival of Hutch's grandson, Charles Thomas Morris.

Forever in our hearts. Farewell, Hutch.

The Class of 1970