Brier, Alan D.
Providence
Alan D Brier, 87, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence. He was the loving husband of Evelyn (Fessel) Brier for 62 joyous years. Born in Providence to the late Max and Reba (Kaufman) Brier, Alan was the brother of the late Arnold Brier and Bill Brier.
Alan graduated from Classical High School in 1955 and from the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business in 1959. His lifelong love of numbers led him to a successful career as a CPA for over 60 years, owning and operating Certified Tax in Pawtucket.
A devoted member of Temple Emanu-El, Alan contributed greatly to his community by running the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Brotherhood/Sisterhood (BMB) program at the temple for 15 years. Alan was also an avid cyclist who delighted in organizing trips throughout New England and beyond. His love of the water inspired a passion for sailing, and he volunteered at the Community Boating Center at India Point Park. Alan’s vibrant personality shone through his love of singing, telling jokes, and cheering on his favorite teams, the Boston and Pawtucket Red Sox.
Alan was the loving and devoted father of Michael Brier, Matthew Brier (Victoria), Jonathan Brier (Amy), and Rachel Friedman (Keith). Alan adored his seven grandchildren, Karen, Hannah, Abigail, Aaron, Joshua, Julia, and Sarah, and great-granddaughter Ana.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 10:00 AM in Lincoln Park Cemetery at the Priest Chapel, 1469 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02888. On Sunday, December 22, 2024, immediately following the funeral service, friends and family are encouraged to gather at 526 Cole Avenue, Providence, RI, there will be a minyan service from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday, December 23, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., and on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., there will be a memorial breakfast in his honor followed by a minyan service, at Temple Emanu-El, 99 Taft Avenue, Providence 02906.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Temple Emanu-El, 99 Taft Ave, Providence, RI 02906, or the Alzheimer’s Association Rhode Island, 245 Waterman St #306, Providence, RI 02906.
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Evelyn,
I was so sorry to read of Alan’s passing. I know it had not been an easy few years. I hope you will draw comfort from your family all around you.
Sincerely,
Linda Gershon and Mike Gershon
If I remember Correctly Alan was my Accounting
Teacher many years ago at Roger Williams College
He was a great teacher and connected with his students.
Rest in peace Alan
Deepest condolences, Diane and Arthur Newman
Deepest condolences to entire family . I remember his folks his brothers, . I think we all went to the Providence Hebrew day school back in the day. Evelyn memories are the best Happy Hanukkah and a safe and healthy New Year.
Dear Evelyn and family, I’m so saddened to learn of Alan’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and condolences. Alan and I go back a long way. We grew up in the same neighborhood, and were classmates at Classical High. I have many fond memories and stories of him. This is a great loss! Be well!
Sue Sidel