David A. Wheatland

David A. Wheatland ’63, of Cumberland, Me.; Feb. 13. After earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, he was a professor of chemistry at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Me. for six years. He left to become a research chemist for Scott Paper, then dedicated his time to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service mapping the wetlands of New England, as well as volunteering at the greenhouse at the Morrison Center. He was a supporter of the Portland Symphony Orchestra, the Portland Stage Company, and the Portland Museum of Art. He and his wife enjoyed European travel through the Brown Travelers and spent several winters on Sanibel Island, Fla. He also enjoyed reading, bird watching, and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Susan; daughter Rebecca Wheatland ’94; son Thomas Wheatland ’91; a daughter-in-law; four grandchildren;
and two sisters.