Cornelia Peake McDonald

1822–1909 (age 87)

Author

Biography

Cornelia Peake McDonald, born in 1822, turned the trials of her times into enduring witness through her thoughtful diaries and writings. Her voice offered clarity and humanity, giving readers a vivid connection to the past.

She rests in Hollywood Cemetery, where her legacy as an author and chronicler of history continues to inspire those who seek to understand the depth of personal courage.