Edith Paine

Biography

Edith Paine, who lived from 1863 to 1924, belonged to an era of great social evolution, and she spent her days near the gentle slopes of Mount Auburn Cemetery. Her name endures as a reminder of the many women who supported their families and neighborhoods with thoughtful care.

Though few records survive, the calm strength she brought to her circles reverberates in the stories kept by those who loved her, sustaining her spirit in the gardens of the cemetery where she rests.