After six weeks battling challenges from COVID and other ailments, Burt Brenner finally succumbed to his ailments on May 5, after 84 wonderful years serving his community. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends under the care and compassion of The Casey House.
Burton Murray Brenner, husband of 61 years to Mary Brenner was born in Washington, D.C., and moved to Silver Spring, Maryland with his younger sister Carol (Milwit). Burt and Mary met in high school, fell in love and raised a family filled with joy and inspiration. Burt was known for his willingness and drive to help all those in need, whether family, friend, acquaintance or stranger.
He was a lifelong volunteer and past president of the Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department. He saved lives, fought fires, taught fire safety and CPR lifesaving skills well into his 70s.
Later in life, he continued his volunteer work supporting patient care at Montgomery General Hospital. He never slowed down, even after he began to fall ill. He continued working out of his home, helping neighbors and family whenever there was a need.
He was a member of Ohr Kodesh Congregation in Chevy Chase, Maryland, where he blew shofar, was gabbai and a fixture as an active congregant. Burt was a jeweler and watch repairman leading and expanding the family business at Capitol Gem and Jewelry in Silver Spring and Rockville for more than 30 years.
Throughout his life, he loved boating, sailing, fishing, camping and spending time every weekend with family at the cottage on the Severn River. Burt is survived by his wife Mary; sister Carol Milwit; son Robert (Jill); daughter Jo’el Brenner, son Gregory (Laurie); six grandchildren, Morgan, Jacob, (Tracie), Alexa, Reese, Danya, Micah and great grandson Mason.
Donations in Burt’s name can be made to: The Chesapeake Bay Foundation, The Casey House, Montgomery Hospice or The Silver Spring Volunteer Fire Department via donations@montgomerycountymd.gov.
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