Jacob Moerlein

Biography

Jacob Moerlein, born in 1855, was a distinguished businessman and brewer whose leadership helped shape a vibrant local industry. He infused his work with a sense of civic pride, ensuring that his enterprises also served as engines for community well-being.

Resting at Spring Grove Cemetery, Moerlein is remembered not only for the breweries that bore his name but for the philanthropic spirit he championed in civic affairs. His drive and integrity lifted both colleagues and neighbors alike.