Obituary for Frank Wisner
Wisner, Frank G.
The Pilgrims of the United States records with profound sorrow the death of our Executive Board Member, Hon. Frank G. Wisner.
A devoted patriot, premier diplomat and peacemaker among warring parties, Frank was endowed with a courtly manner and a tempered elegance. A man of genuine good will, he served his country around the world with uncommon skill, blending zeal with human kindness, and approaching his awesome tasks with unselfish humility.
He will be dearly missed. We extend our deepest condolences to his family.
Sir Philip C. Bobbitt KBE, President
Vice Presidents,
The Hon. James A. Baker lll
James W. Gerard V
The Hon. Thomas H. Kean
James D. Zirin
Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt, Secretary
J. Tomilson Hill, Treasurer
Obituary for Miner Warner
Warner, Miner H.
The Pilgrims of the United States note with profound sorrow the death of their longtime President, Miner H. Warner. His accomplishments were many. Following a distinguished career as an international investment banker, in 1992, he founded Public Resources International, Inc. He also became a leader in various philanthropic and patriotic institutions. He served as president of the Pilgrims of the United States from 2005-2024. The kindest of gentlemen, he will be dearly missed. We extend our deepest condolences to his widow, Ellen Warner, their children and their families.
Vice Presidents,
The Hon. James A. Baker lll
The Hon. Thomas H. Kean
The Hon. Frank G. Wisner
Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt, Secretary
Sir Philip C. Bobbitt KBE, Treasurer
James D. Zirin, Chancellor
Three of our recent speakers have received highly favorable reviews on their recently published works.
Please find links to their books below:
Robert Zoellick, "America in the World: A History…
Chris Whipple, The Spymasters: How the CIA Directors Shape History and the Future
Matthew Barzun, The Power of Giving Away Power