William Ralph Puchner ’53

Bill died Nov. 20, 2021, in Oconomowoc, Wis. 

He was born in Wausau, Wis., and came to Princeton after studying at Edgar High School and the Shattuck School. He joined Tower Club, served on the Engineering Council, and wrote his thesis on “Wisconsin Valley Improvement Society.” 

After working for a few years in Milwaukee, Bill took a position in New Jersey, but soon returned to Wisconsin and became president of LMP Corp. and then the owner of Wire and Metal Specialties, remaining in that position until retirement. 

Bill is survived by his wife, Karen, and two daughters.