Carrie Buck
1906–1983 (age 77)
Biography
Carrie Buck of Charlottesville became widely known through a moment that would forever mark American history, yet her life was lived with a quiet determination beyond the headlines. She faced her circumstances with dignity, focusing on the care of her family and the simple pleasures afforded by her rural community.
In later years she was remembered by those close to her for a resilient spirit and an unwavering commitment to the people she loved, qualities that outshone the controversies that once defined her public image.