Virgil M. Cummins ’67

Marv died July 25, 2024, in New York City, where he had mostly resided since graduation.

He graduated from Delaware Valley Regional High School, was active in student council and the French club, and was a National Honor Society member. He played football, track, and gymnastics. He grew up on the family dairy farm in the Delaware Valley, N.J., countryside and was an Eagle Scout, active in his local church, and member of 4-H.

At Princeton, Marv majored in politics and wrote his thesis for Professor Glenn Paige ’55. He lived at 141 1903 Hall and roomed with Lance Ito. He participated in Whig-Clio, the Outing Club, Triangle, and the Jamesburg volunteer program. He rowed freshman crew and worked with the Student Stock Analysis and Investment Club and the International Student Association. After graduation, Marv earned a master’s degree from New York University and did additional graduate study at Cornell. He began his career with the Finance Ministry of Brazil in New York City before starting his own independent accounting practice in Manhattan, which he continued until retiring. He was fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and used his business and language expertise to teach for several educational institutions in the city with ESL programs, focusing on finance and writing skills for new American immigrants. 

Marv lived in lower Manhattan but kept the family farm in New Jersey for his weekend and holiday relaxation and rest. He often traveled abroad with his wife of 47 years, Marisue, reflecting his lifelong interest in international culture. He was one of the most loyal members of ’67, attending Reunions almost every year and marching in the P-rade. His obituary requested any memorial contributions be sent to animal rescue organizations and the Class of 1967 Princeton Scholarship Fund.