Elizabeth Surr

Biography

Elizabeth Surr lived in San Diego during years of profound change as the region grew into a bustling coastal community. She was part of the generation that laid foundations of neighborhood and family in that vibrant setting, offering quiet support to those around her.

Elizabeth’s passing in 1901 marked the close of a life rooted in kindness and resilience, and she is remembered for the gentle steadiness she brought to her home and to the burgeoning city.