Charles Burnham Porter

Biography

Charles Burnham Porter left an imprint on Mount Auburn’s landscape through a life devoted to family, faith, and the betterment of his fellow citizens. He watched the city evolve with keen interest and lent strength to civic causes when help was needed most, always with modesty and a deep respect for tradition.

The hush of Mount Auburn Cemetery now honors him as one who quietly guided the lives around him, leaving a legacy of care that still speaks from the stone markers that surround his grave.