Jan G. Brechnitz ’57

Jan died July 4, 2015, in Travelers Rest, S.C., at the age of 79.

At Princeton, he majored in economics and played JV and varsity football. Jan joined Cannon and roomed senior year with Bart Reitz and Orville Mann.

He moved to Belleville, Ill., and built a successful wealth-management practice over the years. Jan served his clients faithfully for more than 50 years before retiring in 2007.

Jan will be remembered for his character and generosity. He had a great love of life and a deep appreciation of music, history, food, and wine.

He was predeceased by his daughter Edith. To his loving wife, Shirley; son K.C.; and three grandchildren, the Class of 1957 sends its heartfelt condolences.