Charles Hamilton Sanford Jr.

1907–2001 (age 94)

Biography

Charles Hamilton Sanford Jr., born in 1907, carried forward a legacy of civic engagement, staying deeply involved in the causes and organizations that buoyed his town.

His thoughtful leadership was felt across local institutions, and friends recall him as someone who welcomed lively discussion while remaining grounded in kindness before he was laid to rest at Mount Auburn Cemetery.

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