It is with regret that we learn of the passing of Charles Ferrer of the class of 1952, at his home at Virginia Beach, VA on his 84th birthday, October 28th, 2014 after a lengthy illness. Charlie was born in New York City of Puerto Rican parents and attended Harlem High School prior to attending the maritime college. Following graduation as an engineer, he sailed for many years with U.S. Lines on their Australian run raising his license to Chief Engineer. He met his wife, Polly, in Australia and brought her to the U.S. where they were married for 57 years. Charlie worked for Allied Chemical Corp., MARAD and several engineering companies prior to his retirement. He is survived by his wife, Polly, one son, two daughters and seven grandchildren. The funeral services were private at his request. John Ingraham Class Secretary