Jean Brennan, trainer, dead at 79

Jean O. Brennan, a trainer for 47 years, died Monday morning at his home in Hot Springs, Ark. He was 79.

The cause of death was heart problems, according to his son Terry Brennan, also a trainer.

Among Jean Brennan's best horses were Hempen, Roman K., Bazaar, Houdini, Sermon, Old Coin, and Rewarder. At one time, he owned Won't Tell You, the dam of Affirmed.

A memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church, 105 Village Road, Hot Springs, Ark.