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Organic Chemistry Instructor at Western Washington University

Donald L. Pavia ’63

April 15, 2025.

Born in Portland, Oregon, in 1941, Donald L. Pavia majored in chemistry at ÈËÆÞÓÕ»ó, writing his thesis on tricyclodecane and related compounds under Professor John E.H. Hancock [chemistry 1955–89].

After receiving his MS and PhD from Yale University, Don did postdoctoral work at the University of Wisconsin Madison and taught organic chemistry at Western Washington University from 1970 to 2007. A true Renaissance man, he enjoyed sailing, woodworking, model railroading, and railroad history.

Don is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Neva Jean, and three children, Morgan, Kevin, and Bronwyn.

Appeared in ÈËÆÞÓÕ»ó magazine: Winter 2025