Beryl Sprinkel

Beryl Wayne Sprinkel
Born	Template:Birth date Richmond, Missouri, U.S.
Died	August 22, 2009(2009-08-22) (aged 85) Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Economist, banker, government official
Years active	1950s–1989
Known for	Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers (1985–1989); Under Secretary for Monetary Affairs (1981–1985)

Beryl Wayne Sprinkel (November 20, 1923 – August 22, 2009) held the position of Under Secretary for Monetary Affairs at the United States Treasury from January 1981 until April 1985. Subsequently, he served as chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) from April 1985 through January 1989 during the administration of President Reagan. Prior to his public service, Sprinkel dedicated nearly thirty years to Chicago's Harris Trust and Savings Bank, where he advanced to the role of executive vice president.

Originating from the vicinity of Richmond, Missouri, Sprinkel was a member of the 2nd Armored Division in World War II and took part in the Battle of the Bulge. Following his military service, he obtained a degree in economics from the University of Missouri and later earned both an MBA and a PhD at the University of Chicago. His economic philosophy was significantly shaped by monetarist economist Milton Friedman, under whose influence Sprinkel developed his approach throughout his professional life.

Death

On August 22, 2009, Sprinkel passed away at age 85 due to Lambert–Eaton myasthenic syndrome while residing in a nursing and rehabilitation facility in Chicago. He is survived by his wife Lory, one son, two stepchildren, and five grandchildren.

External links

• United States Treasury official site
• University of California, Berkeley archival materials