Edward T. Moynahan '25, May 26, 1997, in Radnor, Pa., at 94. He was the chief executive officer of General Accident Insurance Co. from 1951 until his retirement in 1972. He continued as head of the company's investment department until 1977. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, two sons, two daughters and four grandchildren.

Elvira Royale Sullivan '26, March 31, 1997, in Hockessin, Del., at 94. She was an artist and homemaker. Predeceased by her husband, Sylvester Sullivan '25, she is survived by three children, including Carol Arzt, and several grandchildren.

Esther Knudsen Shettleworth '27, July 4, 1997, in Portland, Maine, at 92. She taught English at Deering High School in Portland, Maine, from 1932 until her retirement in 1966. Survivors include her son, Earle G. Shettleworth Jr. '70, her daughter, Sara Jane Mrosovsky, and two grandchildren.

Wendell R. Grant '28, April 8, 1997, in Granada Hills, Calif., at 92. He devoted his life to administration and the teaching of physics and mathematics at schools in Aroostook County, Maine, for which he received many educational awards. He is survived by his son, John Grant, four grandsons, seven great-grandchildren and many nephews and nieces.

Esther Parker Wiley '28, March 31, 1997, in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., at 92. For 25 years she worked for the General Electric Co., retiring in 1967 as a technical editor at the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory. She also was an adult education teacher for many years. Survivors include a daughter, Cora Crosman, a son, Roland G. Crosman, a sister, three brothers, nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Evelyn L. Grindall '30, April 11, 1997, in Waterville, Maine, at 88. For 43 years she taught English at Winslow High School, where her students included six of her siblings and 17 nieces and nephews. She raised the seven children of her brother Everard Grindall '31, who died in an automobile accident. She is survived by her brother, Ansel Grindall, two sisters and many nieces and nephews.

Mary K. Wasgatt '30, May 20, 1997, in Camden, Maine, at 90. Brought up in Rockland, Maine, she worked for Maritime Oil Company, Rockland Savings Bank and the William A. Farnsworth Library and Art Museum. Her community gave her a distinguished service award in 1968. Surviving are her sister, Martha Wasgatt, two nephews and two nieces.

Howard L. Ferguson '31, March 17, 1997, in Windham, N.H., at 88. He was an All-Maine baseball player at Colby and coached the Newton (Mass.) High School baseball team from 1948 to 1970. A World War II Army veteran, he also taught social studies at the school. He was named Colby Man of the Year in 1952. He is survived by his son, Roy Ferguson, a daughter, Suzanne Ferguson Yeo, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Bernard H. Lipman '31, June 28, 1997, in Silver Spring, Md., at 89. He was founder, chief executive officer and president of Lipman Bros. Inc., one of the largest agri-business operations of its kind in the U.S. He gave the Colbiana Room in Miller Library, endowed the Lipman Lecture, made a gift to establish the Bernard H. Lipman Library of Judaic Studies and served as an overseer. The College honored him with two Colby Gavels and a Colby Brick. Surviving, besides his wife, Thelma, are three sons, including Samuel B. Lipman '72, a daughter, two sisters and six grandchildren.

Margaret L. Choate '33, March 8, 1997, in Penobscot, Maine, at 85. She was a Latin teacher at Thayer Academy in Braintree, Mass., and Foxcroft School in Middleburg, Va.

Priscilla Perkins McLaughlin '33, April 13, 1997, in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, at 86. She taught art in elementary and secondary schools in Waterville, Maine, from the 1940s to the 1970s. A founding member of the Maine Poets Society, she won many awards for her poetry. She is survived by her daughter, Carol E. Cragin, a brother, two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

William M. Terry '33, in 1996 in Newport News, Va., at 86. He was an industrial relations director for Aerodex Inc. in Miami. Survivors include his wife, Jean Wellington Terry '32.

Asa H. Roach '36, April 19, 1997, in Houlton, Maine, at 83. After earning an LL.B. degree from Boston University School of Law, he distinguished himself as an Army prosecutor in World War II and served with the Maine National Guard as a legal officer until 1961. He practiced law and was prominent in the public affairs of Houlton, Maine, until his retirement in 1976. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Jessie Adams Roach '38, four children and five grandchildren.

Beryl McKeen Donovan '37, March 28, 1997, in Houlton, Maine, at 80. She was known for her custom-created draperies. Survivors include her husband, John, a son, a daughter, seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Charles N. "Chick" Nawfel '37, April 20, 1997, in Waterville, Maine, at 82. He graduated from Boston University School of Law before serving in the Army, then devoted more than 50 years to his law practice in Waterville and to involvement in the community. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth, two sons, a daughter, two sisters, a cousin, nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Hazel Wepfer Thayer '37, May 28, 1997, in Brunswick, Maine, at 80. After working as a secretary for the Sperry Gyroscope Co. during World War II, she was a homemaker in Concord, Mass. In 1980 she and her husband, J. Marble Thayer '38, moved to Orrs Island, Maine. Survivors include her husband, a daughter, two nieces and a nephew.

Edith L. Barron '38, April 15, 1997, in Waterville, Maine, at 80. A summa cum laude graduate, she received her master's degree from Columbia University Teachers' College. She retired in 1982 after teaching mathematics at Waterville Junior High School for 42 years. Survivors include her nephews, Harry Barron and Ralph Barron, and her niece, Pamela Barron Orne.

Ernest M. Frost '38, May 29, 1997, in North Myrtle Beach, S.C., at 81. After teaching at Husson College, he joined the voluntary movement and was an executive of several health organizations, including the March of Dimes and the American Heart Association. Predeceased by his wife, Ruth Fuller Frost '36, he is survived by his son, James Frost, his daughter, Nikki Frost '66, and two grandchildren.

Vivian B. Hunter '38, March 15, 1997, in Augusta, Maine, at 81. She was a claim examiner for the Social Security Administration for 31 years until her retirement in 1971. Several cousins survive her.

Priscilla Cram Muir '38, March 30, 1997, in Winslow, Maine, at 79. A Thomas College graduate, she worked for Colby's buildings and grounds department for 23 years. Predeceased by her first husband, Robert F. Allen '29 and by her second husband, Harry Muir '26, she is survived by her daughter, Betty Cowing, a brother, a stepdaughter and stepson and three grandchildren.

Frederick B. Oleson '38, April 12, 1997, in Concord, Mass., at 81. He was a professor of physics at the University of Maine before associating with Brookhaven National laboratory in New York. He retired from the Federal Emergency Management Agency after 25 years of service as a certified health physicist and engineer. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Noyes Oleson '40, two daughters, a son, seven grandchildren and a niece and nephew.

Dorothy Weeks Egan '39, Feb. 2, 1997, in Los Angeles, Calif., at 79. After serving as a Navy lieutenant in communications during World War II, she worked as an executive secretary in Los Angeles. Predeceased by her husband, Frank Egan, she is survived by her brother, Josiah Staples, and numerous nephews and nieces.

Arthur G. Beach Jr. '42, April 18, 1997, in Arlington, Texas, at 77. A 23-year Air Force officer, he was a pilot of several different aircraft in World War II and during the Cold War. After retiring as a lieutenant colonel, he worked for the Texas Employment Commission. He is survived by his wife, Ann, two sons, two daughters and several grandchildren.

Addison E. Steeves '42 in Portland, Maine, at 77. He received his bachelor of divinity degree from Meadville Theological School in Chicago in 1945. Later he served Unitarian Universalist churches in Stockton, Calif., and in Dedham, Melrose and Auburn, Mass. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn Ireland Steeves '42, two daughters, including Ellen Steeves '80, a son, a sister and three brothers.

James M. Whitten '44, May 6, 1997, in Melbourne Beach, Fla., at 81. For 30 years he was a professor of adult education at the University of Southern Maine. In retirement he traveled and was active in Elderhostels. His wife, Teresa, and three sons survive him.

John E. Carman '46, May 27, 1997, in Portland, Maine, at 73. He was owner and operator of automobile agencies before joining the New York Life Insurance Co. in Maine. He also was an active Mason. Survivors include his wife, Doris, two sons, three daughters, 24 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Manson Carter '49, May 7, 1997, in Boston, Mass., at 73. He served in the Navy during World War II. After graduation he joined the children's clothing firm of William Carter Co. and was chief executive officer from 1985 until his retirement in 1988. He leaves his wife, Barbara, a daughter, a son, two brothers and five grandchildren.

Priscilla Leonard Woodman '49, April 16, 1997, in Portsmouth, N.H., at 69. She worked in the Portsmouth school superintendent's office and the University of New Hampshire education department and was active in the local PTA and youth sports. Survivors include her husband, Ralph R. Woodman, three children and eight grandchildren, including Kimberly Woodman '96.

William J. Igoe '50, May 29, 1997, in Andover, Mass., at 71. He received his degree in education and his master's degree from Boston University in guidance counseling. For 30 years he served the Andover public schools as a teacher, coach and guidance counselor. He leaves his wife, Jean, five sons, two daughters and 18 grandchildren.

Alan H. Page '50, March 21, 1997, in Bennington, Vt., at 72. He received a master's degree in education from SUNY-Albany and taught mathematics at Bennington High School and, for 30 years, at Anthony Union High School. He served in Europe during World War II. Survivors include his wife, Lucille, a son, a daughter, two grandchildren, a brother, two sisters and several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Robert J. Geaghan '51, May 9, 1997, in Waterville, Maine, at 72. He pursued careers in the design and sales of paper industry equipment, in retail automotive parts and in real estate. Survivors include his wife, Gertrude, three sons, three daughters, two brothers, four sisters and 13 grandchildren.

Francis J. Silver '51, May 3, 1997, Rushford, N.Y., at 71. He served in the Navy during World War II and had a long career as an estate planner in the field of life insurance. Survivors include his wife, Hertha, a daughter and a son.

Beverly Forgey Hamrah '52, April 14, 1997, in Rocky Hill, Conn., at 66. She was sales manager at McBridge Wayside Carpet Co., in Newington, Conn. Survivors include her son, Albert S. Hamrah, her daughter, Sharon Hamrah, and her sister, Janet M. Forgey '59.

Katherine O. Parker '52, March 19, 1997, in Hawley, Mass., at 66. She earned a master's degree in French from the Middlebury School of Languages, then worked as a copy editor and indexer for publishers, including MIT Press and Little, Brown and Co. Survivors include a brother, Harrison Parker, two sisters, Alice Parker Pyle and Mary Stuart P. Cosby, and nieces and nephews.

Sylvia McLaughlin deJong '54, May 15, 1997, in Burlington, Ont., at 64. She worked for several years at the Lithgow Library and with TWA in New York City for eight years. She leaves her husband, Pieter, her father, Clarence McLaughlin '26, a sister and several nephews and nieces, including Elizabeth Johnson '85.

Carol Hourula Hart '54, June 22, 1997, in Pound Ridge, N.Y., at 64. A homemaker in Pound Ridge for 35 years, she is survived by her husband, Kenneth Hart '51, six daughters, including Stephanie Hart '85, two sons, including Lowell Hart '84, and five grandchildren.

Arthur "Chick" Marchand Jr. '55, July 8, 1997, in Somerset, Mass., at 68. He received a master's in public administration from Syracuse University and held many positions in Somerset administration. He also was active in numerous civic and athletic organizations. He is survived by his wife, Mary, two daughters, including Cynthia Marchand Burgeron '76, two sons and four grandchildren.

Judith Babcock MacAdams '57, March 2, 1997, in Fairfield, Conn., at 61. She was a secretary for the Fairfield Board of Education and a longtime resident of the town. Survivors include her three children, David MacAdams, Carrie MacAdams and Linda Tetreau, and a granddaughter.

Philip J. Golden Jr. '58, May 24, 1997, in North Falmouth, Mass., at 60. He received his M.B.A. from the University of Hartford and was a financial manager for IBM, where he worked for 33 years before his retirement in 1991. Besides his wife, Muriel, he is survived by his son, daughter, granddaughter, father and sister.

Thor G. Juhlin '59, June 15, 1997, in Morristown, N.J., at 61. President of Juhlin & Associates, Inc., a sales agency specializing in construction materials, he also was active in various professional organizations and in his local community. Survivors include his wife, Wilhelmina de Kadt Juhlin '61, a daughter and two sons.

Elizabeth "Betsy" Neidich '75, May 31, 1997, at 43. She received an advanced degree from Boston University and was senior editor in the public relations department at Newton Wellesley Hospital, Massachusetts. She is survived by her parents, her sister, her brother and six nieces and nephews.

James D. Houck '77, April 26, 1997, on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, at 42. He received an M.B.A from the Wharton School of Business and was managing director and chief administrative officer of Lehman Brothers Japan. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, his father, a brother, a sister and nieces and nephews.

J. Anthony Lukas, Litt.D., '87, June 5, 1997, in New York, N.Y., at 64. The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and author explored social and racial issues of the 20th century.

Benjamin A. Quarles, Litt.D. '75, Nov. 11, 1996, in Cheverly, Md. His many distinguished articles and books contributed greatly to a fuller understanding of the contributions of African Americans in U.S. history.