Fanny Garrison Villard

1844–1928 (age 84)

Activist/Reformer

Biography

Fanny Garrison Villard was a dedicated activist and reformer who championed social justice causes, including women's suffrage and civil rights. Her steadfast advocacy reflected a profound belief in equality and moral courage.

Interred at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, her enduring influence reminds us of the power of persistent activism in shaping a more compassionate society.

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