ROBERT PRENNER

PRENNER--Robert. Robert Prenner, lawyer who found his passion producing classically styled apparel and eyewear, known as The Ben Silver Collection, died on June 30, 2025 in Chicago. He was 83. The cause was cancer. Mr. Prenner began his professional career as an attorney and ended it as an esteemed purveyor of classic clothing to men across the world. Mr. Prenner had a well- deserved reputation for caring for his staff. He partnered with his wife in the business. He was respected by his suppliers for his integrity, keen intellect, high standards and his exceptional taste. He was admired by customers and those who knew him, even briefly, as a kind and gentle person with a sharp sense of humor. He was a leader in the Charleston community for many years and believed in civic responsibility and global commitment. While Bob achieved remarkable business success with Ben Silver, the accomplishment he was most proud of was his marriage of 59 years and the family they created together. Robert Alan Prenner was born on August 31, 1941 in Rochester, New York. His father, Arthur Prenner, was in the home heating business. His mother, Martha (Schenfeld) was a homemaker. He attended Columbia College in New York City, graduating in 1963. He then graduated from New York University School of Law, in 1966, where he met his wife, Sue. They married in 1966. His sister, Fraeda, survives him. Three children, James, Daniel and Anne survive him, as do his seven grandchildren.