Wheaton G. Hudson Jr. ’52

Wheaton G. Hudson Jr. ’52, of Cumberland Center, Me.; Jan. 9. He taught science at Newport High School for two years, then moved to Cousin’s Island in Yarmouth and became the eighth grade science teacher in Yarmouth High School. He was known for his unique style of teaching, including his “Bulletin Board Questions.” Following his retirement from teaching, he mastered the difficult craft of hand sewing at L.L. Bean, where he worked for 12 years. A U.S. Navy veteran and an athlete, at Brown he was a member of the varsity hockey team and continued to skate regularly until he was 80. A competitive golfer, he played in Maine State Golf Association events for 40 years and won multiple club championships at Freeport Country Club. He also enjoyed skiing. He is survived by his wife, Elinor; four children and their spouses; seven granddaughters; and two great-grandsons.