Obituary and Memorials

Dr. Christopher N. Breiseth died on June 27, 2026. Obituaries and tributes, along with a recording of his memorial service in upstate New York, are available below.

Details for a second memorial service are as follows:

• First Presbyterian Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Saturday, August 15, at 11:00 AM, followed by a reception. Located at 97 S. Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

Memorial Service

A memorial service was held at Putnam United Presbyterian Church in Putnam Center, NY, on Saturday, July 18. This unedited recording of the service includes the full program, including music and remarks from family, friends, and neighbors. The service was officiated by Rev. Andrew Connors, Senior Pastor of Brown Memorial Park Avenue Presbyterian Church in Baltimore, MD. Special thanks to Jeff Birch for this recording.

Obituary and Tributes

• Full Obituary: Wilkes Remembers Dr. Christopher N. Breiseth, University’s Fourth President (Wilkes University)

• Wilkes University

• Wilkes University Alumni Association

• Frances Perkins Center

• Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum

• Ticonderoga Heritage Museum Post