Henry M. Bruen Jr. ’57

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Harry went to be with the Lord Oct. 31, 2018. He was a graduate of Blair Academy, Princeton University, and Princeton Theological Seminary.

While at Princeton, he majored in philosophy, joined Cloister, and was active in WPRB and the Baptist Students of Princeton. Harry became a Presbyterian minister and began his ministry in Sitka, Alaska. He then went on to become a supervisor in clinical pastoral education until his retirement. Harry enjoyed building and flying airplanes, and belonged to the Experimental Aircraft Association. He was a master craftsman and especially enjoyed woodworking. Harry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

Harry is survived by his wife of 40 years, Charlotte Mobley Bruen; children Rachel, Harry III, Brett, and Catherine; and three grandchildren.

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