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Walter Zukowski '37
Walter H. Zukowski, March 8, 2008, in Topsham, Maine, at 93. He taught in Colby’s Administrative Science Department from 1952 to 1982, serving as chair for a dozen years. He earned his master’s and his doctorate from Clark University, where he also taught. In 1958 he received a Rockefeller Foundation grant and was a visiting professor in Baghdad, Iraq. In 1965-66, he taught in Istanbul, Turkey, and in 1972-73 he was a visiting professor in Tehran, Iran. He continued to travel following his retirement. Predeceased by his wife, Lucille Pinette Zukowski ’37, he is survived by his daughter, Mary Zukowski Hurd ’79, two grandchildren, a sister, and a brother.
Richard D. Sampson '47
Richard D. Sampson ’47, March 1, 2008, in Appleton, Wis., at 85. He served in Italy with the 135th Infantry Regiment during World War II. After earning an M.L.S. from Columbia Library School, he became head catalog librarian at the Appleton Public Library. He was an active member of the Democratic Party, belonged to the League of Women Voters, was an avid bicyclist, and loved classical music. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Alice, a daughter, and four grandchildren.
Philip J. Shulman '48
Philip J. Shulman ’48, February 21, 2008, in San Francisco, Calif., at 84. He served in the Navy during World War II, then returned to Colby to finish his degree. In 1958 he enlisted in the Army and, six years later, upon his discharge from active duty, joined the Army Reserve, retiring at 60 as a sergeant major. He also worked as a mail carrier, traveled extensively in Russia, the Orient, Africa, and the Middle East, and studied Japanese woodblock prints. He was married with two stepchildren.
William L. Mitchell '49
William L. Mitchell ’49, March 27, 2008, in Saco, Maine, at 81. He served in the Army during the 1950s. He was a recreation director in New Hampshire and Maine, then taught and coached at the Maine Youth Center. He enjoyed golfing and playing cards. Survivors include his son, William B. Mitchell, and two grandchildren.
Donald J. Zabriskie '49
Donald J. Zabriskie ’49, February 12, 2008, in Newburyport, Mass., at 84. A marine during World War II, he won the Bronze Star and earned five combat stars. He earned a master’s in education from Boston University and was a teacher, coach, and principal in the Newburyport school system. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Ann, two sons, two brothers, and two granddaughters.
Lois Bragg Holway '51
Lois Bragg Holway ’51, April 20, 2008, in Biddeford, Maine, at 89. She came to Colby after serving in the Women’s Army Corps during World War II, a period when she also played semipro basketball. She worked at Keyes Fibre in Waterville, was an avid tennis player, and belonged to the Getchell Street Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Linda Busby, a sister, Ethel Bragg Williams ’33, and two grandchildren.
William H. Carter '52
William H. Carter II ’52, October 24, 2007, in Medfield, Mass., at 77. He served in the Army from 1953 to 1955 and earned an M.B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania. He established a career at The William Carter Company, a clothing manufacturer begun by his grandfather, retiring as senior vice president. Survivors include his wife, Jane, two daughters, a brother, and five grandchildren.
Mortimer M. Guiney '52
Mortimer M. Guiney ’52, February 14, 2008, in Paris, France, at 78. A lifelong Francophile, he taught French for more than 20 years at the University of Connecticut and was instrumental in creating its study-abroad program in Rouen, France. He specialized in 20th century French literature, was passionate about art and music, and made Paris his home after his retirement in 1989. Survivors include his children, Louise Asherson, Mortimer and Patrick Guiney, and Elisabeth Tamarkin, three grandchildren, and his second wife, Elaine Jacques.
Daniel J. Sullivan '52
Daniel J. Sullivan ’52, February 22, 2008, in Salem, N.H., at 78. He served with the Navy in the Korean War and earned his master’s in electrical engineering from Northeastern University. He was an engineering program manager for Textron Inc. for more than 30 years. A sailor, skier and golfer, he was involved with the Salem Athletic Club and the Brookstone Golf Club. Predeceased by his father, Daniel J. Sullivan 1918, survivors include his children, Thomas Sullivan, Ann Sullivan, Jane Lawler, and Beth Nelson, two brothers and a sister, and eight grandchildren
Jess H. Smith '53
Jess H. Smith ’53, April 10, 2008, in Sarasota, Fla., at 75. He received his law degree in 1956 from Boston University and practiced law in Torrington, Conn., for 45 years as partner at Smith, Keefe, Morgan & Waterfall. Predeceased by a brother, Paul I. Smith ’48, he is survived by his wife, Marcia, three daughters, and seven grandchildren.
Leslie D. Stewart '53
Leslie D. Stewart Jr. ’53, March 27, 2008, in Vero Beach, Fla., at 76. He spent two years in the Army in France negotiating with European suppliers. For 40 years he worked in the investment field for companies such as Lehman Brothers and Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette. An energetic and humorous family man, he devoted time to the mental health association and the American Cancer Society. He had eclectic taste in music, interest in the arts, and a passion for the well-spoken word. Survivors include his wife, Gillian, two daughters, and four grandchildren.
