George Cookman Sturgiss

1842–1925 (age 83)

Biography

George Cookman Sturgiss, born in 1842, pursued law in West Virginia where his keen mind and steady temper soon made him a respected advocate. He served as a prosecuting attorney and then represented his neighbors in the State Senate before being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in the early 1900s, bringing a thoughtful voice to education and infrastructure debates.

After returning to private practice, he remained a pillar of the community, mentoring young lawyers, supporting veterans, and cherishing the Oak Grove Cemetery where he rests among the friends he served for decades.

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