Edward Burton DeGroot
1872–1949 (age 77)
Biography
Edward Burton DeGroot lived a life marked by personal integrity and community involvement. Born in 1872, he witnessed the transformation of America from the Gilded Age through the mid-twentieth century, maintaining his commitment to the values that guided his generation.
DeGroot's long life allowed him to see the fruits of his labors and the changes wrought by time. He passed away in 1949, leaving behind the memory of a life well-lived and the positive influence he exerted on his family and community throughout his years.