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BETHEL -- On Feb. 19, 2013, Jan Neal Brownstein died peacefully at home following a stroke while vacationing in Jamaica.
Jan was born on Nov. 1, 1949, in Washington, D.C., the son of Herman and Harriet Brownstein. His family moved to Nashua, N.H., when Jan was 13. After graduating from Nashua High School, Jan attended Keene State College and Colby College.
An avid mineral collector, Jan turned his passion into his profession when he co-purchased the Songo Pond Mine in Bethel in the late 1990s. He worked as a gemologist and cut and sold aquamarine and other gemstones from the mine. He was especially proud of his work in Maine gems and minerals. Along his journey, Jan was always accompanied by trusted and loving canine companions: Savage, Topaz and Boss, Cinnamon, and most recently, his California rescue dog, Callie.
Jan is survived by his father, Herman Brownstein; his brother, Mark Brownstein, his sister, Linda West; his daughter, Julie DeGreenia; his grandchildren, Emily, Branden, Julian, and Alexus; his niece, Hannah Brownstein, his nephew, Jesse West; his uncle and aunt, Julian and Marilyn Korn; numerous cousins; and some of the best friends a person could ever want in life.
A celebration of Jan's life was held privately at his home.
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Dustin Sulak
March 3, 2013
It was an honor and pleasure knowing Jan. We traded gems from his mine for medical care. I enjoyed every visit we had together, and I will miss him. He was thoughtful, generous, and kind. I send my love and condolence to his family.
Bob Prouty
February 28, 2013
Jan, You will be missed by all your family , friends and people that you have touched through your life, myself included. Rest in peace my friend.
kay ladd
February 28, 2013
Oh dear lord.Yet again, I have lost a dear friend early in life. I am so happy to have spent a day with him this last summer. And a pleasure to meet such a nice young lady whom he loved dearly "Emily". I shall miss you Jan, RIP and know you were loved. When he lived in Vass. His dog Commander (Savage) and the photo of this dog Maggie were soul mates in dog terms. Savage and Topaz's ashes are here with Maggie's in a beautiful little spot.
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