James H. Higgins III ’62, of Washington, D.C.

James H. Higgins III ’62, of Washington, D.C.; July 7. He was a faculty member at Governor Drummer Academy prior to working in corporate communications and marketing. He was an avid boater and traveler due to his passion for wooden boats. As a member of the Antique and Classic Boat Society he served as president from 1984 to 1985 and again in 1991 and was the recipient of the society’s highest honor, the Founders’ Award. He lectured both nationally and internationally and wrote articles about classic boats. He organized tours for boating enthusiasts and in 1987 led a trip to England’s Lake District. He was a founder of the annual Clamato Regatta (renamed the Lake Placid Regatta), a veteran of the U.S. Army, and a board member for several organizations. He is survived by a sister, a brother, three nieces, and a nephew.