Benjamin Hale
1797–1863 (age 66)
Educator
Biography
Benjamin Hale dedicated himself to education, ensuring that children from all walks of life grasped the power of literacy and critical thought. He introduced creative curricula that blended classical learning with practical skill, believing that well-rounded minds would best serve a changing nation.
Generations of pupils recall him fondly for patience and encouragement, and Belleville Cemetery now stands as a quiet testament to the educator who once filled classrooms with hope.