Robert A. DeLorenzo ’63

Robert A. DeLorenzo ’63, of Kennewick, Wash.; Nov. 8. At Brown he studied electrical engineering, was active in the Navy ROTC, and met his future wife, Nancy Robbins ’65. After graduating, he entered the U.S. Navy and attended Nuclear Power School, then moved to Honolulu, where he served on the USS Benjamin Franklin. Following his service, he worked in the nuclear industry in executive management positions, then formed Randel Associates, Inc., to provide consulting services as an expert on all aspects of nuclear power plant design and construction. He retired in 1993 and was a volunteer board member and officer in community organizations. He also served as an officer of Rotary International. He and Nancy became avid travelers, visiting six continents and many countries to learn about their history and ancient cultures. In 2001, Nancy developed early-onset dementia and he became focused on supporting her battle with the disease. They were active with the Kadlec Neurologic Resource Center, where he served on the board of directors and led Alzheimer’s support groups for several years. Nancy passed away in 2011 and he continued to lead the support groups for many more years. He later attended the Augustine Institute and earned a master’s degree in theology. An avid fly fisherman, he was a member of the Columbia Basin Fly Casters. He is survived by two sons and their spouses and six grandchildren.