Francis William Brennan ’40

Frank died Nov. 26, 2002, in Azusa, Calif., after a lifetime of outstanding accomplishments. The NY Times stated, "He leaves a legacy as a model of integrity, honesty, courage, and faith." The Caldwell Progress headline banner was "Public Servant."

He prepared at West Side HS in Newark, N.J. At Princeton, Frank majored in history, receiving departmental honors; he was on the debating team, football managerial squad, and was a member of Campus Club.

He spent three years in the Army (European theater), reaching the rank of captain; he was decorated as a hero with the Air Medal with three clusters. He then got his LLB from Harvard Law School in 1947.

Frank's career was highlighted by serving as general counsel for the California Oil Co., and as counsel and secretary of P. Ballentine and Sons and J. Gallo Winery. He was recognized for his efforts in alcoholic beverage law by his election to vice president of the National Bar Assn. His public service record ranged from boys clubs to park commissioner to grand juries. The Princeton body also has recognized his generosity and loyal service; his classmates elected him their regional vice president.

Predeceased by his wife, Betty, and his son, Kirk, Frank is survived by his daughter, Judi; his son, Bob '81; and grandchildren Alycia and Stephen. To them, his classmates extend their deepest sympathies.

The Class of 1940