Clara Eaton Cummings

Biography

Clara Eaton Cummings was a devoted naturalist whose love of botany brought beauty and understanding to those who studied the flora of her region. Born in 1855, she pursued knowledge with a careful eye and an appreciative heart, sharing her findings with fellow scholars and students eager to explore the natural world.

Her thoughtful specimens and calm mentorship left an imprint on Pleasant Valley Cemetery’s community, and her legacy blooms in every lesson inspired by her patience and curiosity. She is remembered for cultivating both gardens and minds with equal care.