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Judge Daniel Leslie Brenner

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Daniel Brenner Obituary

Name: Service for Judge Daniel Leslie Brenner
Start: 2016-02-19T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Hillside Memorial Park & Mortuary

Judge Daniel Leslie Brenner succumbed to injuries after being hit by an automobile. A prior chief counsel to two FCC commission chairs, Dan combined a keen intellect with a worldly sense of humor embracing both power makers and the downtrodden with equally kind and understanding hands. Handsome, spiritual, adored by his two older brothers, three nephews, and partner of 20 years. Danny was an anchor to those around him, becoming part of their soul. In his tragic, untimely passing, we have all lost a bit ours. Services at Hillside Mortuary, Friday, February 19, 2016, at 11:00 AM in the large chapel. 6001 W Centinela Avenue. LA. 310 641-0707

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Feb. 18, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Brenner

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14 Entries

Mona Deutsch Miller

February 12, 2025

I can't belive it's been so many years. Dan was a wonderful, talented, brilliant, unique person. We shared some laughs, some French (he once called me to demand a translation of a long poem, which I was somehow able to give him) and much warmth over the years. I'm sure his loving family continues to hold him in their hearts. (We were friends at Stanford Law School, I was a year behind him.)

February 12, 2019

Dan was a year ahead of me at Stanford Law School. I just loved him - his humor, warmth, intelligence, his gentleness (overlaying a fierce sense of justice). The whole city in addition to his friends and family lost a tremendous contributor when he passed away. What a huge loss.

R Downen

August 21, 2017

One of the most impressive people I ever met, during his residence in Washington, DC. His presence was unforgettable. May he Rest In Peace.

Felix Racelis

January 31, 2017

To Dan's family and loved ones,

I apologize for not reaching out sooner. I was deeply saddened to hear of Dan's death last year. I've been cleaning out my belongings and I realized I had tapes of an entertainment interview series I did in the early 90s for local cable TV. Dan was teaching at UCLA at the time and he graciously agreed to serve as host for the program. He was a delight to work with -- charismatic, intelligent and very warm. We lost touch over the years, and I wanted to share one of the program DVD's with his partner or family. If you know how I can reach them, would you kindly email me: [email protected]. Sincerest condolences.

Larry Amoros

March 7, 2016

My condolences to Danny's family and friends. I met Dan at Garvin;s Comedy Club in DC in 1982. He was hosting a show I was performing on. We have been friends ever since. He was funny and clever and smart and kind. I will miss him forever. He made me laugh and smile in a way no once else did,

Paula Pilcher-Giesing

March 2, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending my deepest condolences to the Brenner family.

February 22, 2016

Robin and former Stanford University President Donald Kennedy send their deepest condolences to Dan's family. Among his many accomplishments, Dan was a wonderful and highly valued trustee of our University. May his memory be a blessing to all who loved him.

Ruby Williams

February 21, 2016

Sending my sincere condolences to the family and friends in the loss of my dear friend, Dan. I met and worked with Dan at NCTA and he was always a happy spirited person. It was bittersweet when he moved to CA but I was so happy for him and we kept in touch. After he left DC, he called and said "come to CA to be with me and momma." We had a special mother/son type of relationship and my family knew him as "my Dan." One of our talks was shortly after he sent me a special birthday note/entry for my 80th birthday souvenir journal. That was so special to me.

I will truly miss "my Dan". He will never be forgotten and may he rest in peace.

Margaret Depaz

February 20, 2016

My Sincere Condolences, was his Aunt Caregiver for many years & Develop a Warm friendship with his Mom.. Late ,Dorothy Brenner... I knew Danny for Many years... He was An Intelligent,very great Sence of humor, Funny,Warm Human Being To be Around with. Will be Sadly Missed.

Marilyn Wolff-Hall

February 19, 2016

I went to High School with Danny; as we knew him then. He always brought a smile to your face, and made everyone laugh alot. He was a kind and gentle person who was destined to do great things. He certainly did! You will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to all your Family and friends!

Stacey Patterson

February 19, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Brenner Family during this very difficult time.

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Stuart Brotman

February 19, 2016

Dan was a shining star and we always had fun together over the many years that we knew each other. He was brilliant, witty, thoughtful, sensitive, gentle and a mensch in every respect. He brought out the best in so many because he was the best himself. I will always remember him as a person of quality, depth and imagination. He has left us all too soon, but also with an indelible image of someone who had such a joyful approach to living. I will miss his laughter always.

Mona Deutsch Miller

February 18, 2016

My husband Steve Miller, whom I met at Stanford Law School, and I were both extremely fond of Dan, who was in the class ahead of us. We loved his sense of humor, his marvelous story-telling abilities and his warmth. I often served as Dan's "straight man" for humorous stories told at or just after law review meetings. We were delighted when he moved back to Los Angeles and looked forward to seeing him again. He will be greatly, greatly missed.

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