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  • The Bricelands are restoring an historic house on state Route 7 in Brookfield and plan to reopen it as the new location of Briceland Funeral Services.

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September 4, 2010

Couple restoring a local landmark

Owners see house as ‘showpiece’

By Lauren Mylo Herald Staff Writer

BROOKFIELD — The gardens were renowned and the house was a resting stop for future presidents.

Now, Dan Briceland, a funeral director and Rotary Club president, and his wife Kristin are restoring the structure at 379 state Route 7 in Brookfield to its original glory.

Built in 1816 by Navy Capt. James Christy, the dilapidated house went up for sale this spring. The Bricelands, who have always wanted to restore an historic house, put in a bid and won.

 

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