That description could apply to just about anybody graduating from my high school in those days! ... Me included
But, no, I never knew him well and that was more than 40 years ago. If it seemed like he could be 60, I'd not be surprised if it is the same guy. I looked on Classmates and found a profile that indicated he lives in Glenview and he describes himself as "sailor".
I also have a cousin whom I haven't spoken with in years. He lives in the Chicago area and my Aunt told me recently that he has a "bene-something ... benny-tow?" sailboat that he keeps downtown. She said it's "too big". She said my sailboat is "much better". My uncle then got on the phone and said basically the same thing. I had to laugh ... they bought a Newport 30 in the late 60's, which was my introduction to sailing on Lake Michigan. I always loved going out on their boat when I was young. They kept that boat forever, only selling it recently, I guess, as they are now in their 80's. They go out occasionally with John, but she grumbled "It's too big, but I don't have the heart to tell him". I've got to find out what he has ... I'm betting it's a beautiful boat!