Bryant University. The Character of Success

John M. DeShaw, Jr. Memorial 

John DeShaw, Jr. BenchJohn DeShaw, Jr. '97 was an 18 year old Bryant freshman marketing major who died as a result of injuries he suffered in a fall in Residence Hall 15 on March 4, 1994.

While at Bryant John was a member of the intramural hockey team. After his death over $40,000 was raised to purchase a memorial bench and stone marker, and to establish a scholarship awarded annually to a Bryant sophomore.

The stone marker reads:John M. DeShaw, Jr. Plaque

"Dedicated to the memory of John DeShaw, Jr.
1975-1994
May he be remembered for his smile,
good humor, musical and athletic talents,
enjoyment of life and concern for others.
We love and miss you,
Patricia and John M. DeShaw, Sr.
Bryant College Community"