OBITUARIES

Jonathan Alexander ’60 of Marblehead, Mass., passed away suddenly of congestive heart failure on Aug. 6, 2024, at MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham.

Jon attended Cornell University after graduation from Lawrence and spent most of his professional life as a systems analyst and manager at NCR Corporation. After his retirement, Jon remained a “computer geek,” and for the balance of his life, family and friends sought his advice and help on all things computer, from make, model, and price to troubleshooting. He saved several people from sure technical disasters!

Jon loved to swim at Preston Beach near his home. For many years, he served the community as a board member, parking lot supervisor, and treasurer for the Clifton Improvement Association, whose mission it is to preserve and improve Preston Beach, Beach Bluff Park, and other natural open spaces in the community.

Jon’s LA classmate and close friend Buck Davis wrote about him: “Jon was the first classmate I met when I arrived at LA. We were having an orientation of sorts in the gym at the Gray Building. Despite our differences politically, I consider Jon to be my dearest old friend. I will certainly not soon forget him and his wonderful sense of humor. My funniest memories include watching him march onto the football field with this huge drum on his chest and, with the rest of the band, cheering us on in a game against Thayer Academy. God bless you, Jon. Rest in peace my friend.”

Jon was predeceased by his two siblings — Gustav Alexander and Cecily Grable — and leaves his wife, Jill (Pennucci) Alexander; his son, Jonathan P. Alexander, and daughter-inlaw, Janinne; two grandchildren, Gavin and Ethan; a nephew, a niece, and their families; and cousins.

Vincent “Jeff” Webb ’66, a decorated and patriotic veteran, died peacefully at home on May 12, 2024. After serving in the Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment in Vietnam, where he was awarded a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart for his service, Jeff earner a bachelor’s degree from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. He and his wife Marjorie (Harrison) were married in 1974 and settled in Greenwich, Conn., where Jeff held positions at several companies before finding a niche in real estate development.

A new chapter of Jeff’s life began in 2006, when he married Lynda Montgomery. At home in Wilton, Conn., he retired and devoted time to his passions for horticulture, marksmanship at the Weston Gun Club, and shared travel adventures with Lynda.

He was a member of Weston Gun Club and had been a member of the Campfire Club of America and the Round Hill Club. Jeff will be remembered for his steadfast kindness and unwavering integrity.

In addition to his wife, Jeff is survived by three children, a sister, a son-in-law, and twelve grandchildren. One sister predeceased him.

Andrew Douglas ’82 of Portsmouth, R.I., died on Aug. 1, 2024, at the age of 61. Andrew courageously battled ALS, exhibiting remarkable strength and resilience that served as an inspiration to those close to him. Andrew was a cherished, kind, humorous, and loving husband, father, brother, and friend. His spirited and cheerful nature touched many lives, leaving a legacy of warmth and positivity.

After Lawrence, Andrew continued his education at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, where he earned his BFA. Andrew always had a knack for and strong interest in all things technical and was considered the “go-to” person in the family for any tech issues. His career of 25 years in IT was a perfect fit. He last worked at RDSI in North Kingstown, R.I., where he was highly regarded for his professionalism, dedication, and skill as an IT manager and ISSM. Andrew was also a talented photographer who loved to photograph nature, the ocean, and his family.

Andrew is survived by his wife, Jane; his daughters, Virginia and Sophie; his sister, June Diffenbach, of Concord, Mass.; and his brother Stuart T. Douglas Jr., of Barrington, R.I. He was predeceased by his brothers Robert and Alec Douglas.

Bill McElhaney ’82 of Falmouth, Mass., passed away peacefully on Aug. 2, 2024, after a short illness. He was 60. Bill was a longtime resident of Harvard and Ayer and served the Harvard Fire Department for nearly 30 years. In 2017, Bill moved to Falmouth to fulfill a lifelong dream of living near the ocean.

After graduation from Lawrence, where he was the stage manager for many school theatre programs, Bill attended the University of Vermont, where he was a member of the Sigma