Jay Allen Brooks ’55

Jay Allen Brooks ’55 passed away on December 19, 2018, in Greenfield, Massachusetts. Born in Meriden, Connecticut, Jay came to Dartmouth from Cheshire Academy. He majored in mathematics and was crew manager. After graduation Jay attended the Illinois College of Optometry, earning an O.D. and B.S. He also received a master’s in education from the University of Massachusetts. Jay established his optometry practice in Greenfield in 1960 and spent the rest of his life in that community. He was an Alumni Fund volunteer and class agent (1983-87). Jay married the former Mary Danielson, who passed away in 1972.


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Alumni Books
New titles from Dartmouth writers (July/August 2025)
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Inspiration in the Adirondacks
Artist Catherine Ross Haskins ’94 transforms an old grain mill into a vibrant arts hub.
Comeback Story

Alumni first returned to campus for official reunions in 1855.

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Katie Silberman ’09
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