Jeffrey Chapman Thomas ’62

Jeffrey Chapman Thomas ’62, M.D., a lifelong resident of Janesville, Wisconsin, passed away on September 16, 2009, surrounded by family and friends. A biology major and brother of Alpha Theta/Theta Chi at Dartmouth, Jeff continued onto the University of Wisconsin Medical School, served in the U.S. Public Health Service, and subsequently practiced as an orthopedic surgeon for more than 30 years. As an undergraduate Jeff played tennis and rugby and was on the ski team. Later he continued to pursue an active interest in sports—especially tennis, golf and skiing—and served as team physician for his local high school athletic programs. He also loved to write poetry and play the piano. Always committed to his community, Jeff served on the Janesville school board and the city council and, following retirement from Mercy Hospital, he ran a free health clinic. Survivors include his children Gretchen, Gregory and Megan and their spouses; his former wife, Anne; and eight grandchildren.