Daniel Van Winkle
1839–1935 (age 96)
Biography
Daniel Van Winkle lived from 1839 to 1935, witnessing nearly a century of American history and change. His long life spanned the Civil War, industrialization, and the emergence of modern America, and he remained a part of his community throughout these transformative decades.
Van Winkle's longevity and presence in his community made him a living connection to earlier generations. He was laid to rest at Rosedale Cemetery, where his memory endures as part of the historical record of his era.