Joseph J. Brenckle ’62

Joseph J. Brenckle ’62, of Whitman, Mass.; Dec. 27. He received his master’s and doctorate in Slavic linguistics from Stanford. He loved music and had a wealth of knowledge related to polka music and its history. He enjoyed gardening and trips to the Maine coast. He is survived by his wife, Victoria; four children; two stepchildren; and eight grandchildren.