George Carter Barrett

1838–1906 (age 68)

Biography

George Carter Barrett, born in 1838, lived through difficult decades with an unfailing commitment to do right by those around him, bringing level-headed care to his endeavors.

He rests now at Woodlawn Cemetery, where his community remembers a compassionate companion whose generosity of spirit shone quietly but surely.

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Mary M. Crawford
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