Elias Ingraham

Biography

Elias Ingraham (1805-1885) cultivated the soil of his hometown with a quiet strength that steadied neighbors through seasons of plenty and hardship. His thoughtful care for the land and those who shared it made him a trusted figure in every household he visited.

Even now the stones at West Cemetery recall his gentle manner and generous welcome, as family and friends gather to honor the legacy of a life well tended and freely given.