Donald Mitchell Ryerson
1884–1932 (age 48)
Biography
Donald Mitchell Ryerson, born in 1884, was a man whose life exemplified the steady pursuit of excellence with a deep appreciation for the natural world. Though the particulars of his professional life are not noted here, those who knew him recall a curiosity about the world and an unassuming humility that endeared him to many.
Ryerson’s later years were marked by quiet reflection and continued connections with friends and family, culminating in his burial at Lake Forest Cemetery in 1932. He is remembered for the considerate way he shared his time and the enduring warmth of his companionship.