George Osborne Barratt
1827–1906 (age 79)
Biography
George Osborne Barratt, born in 1827, founded a confectionery company that became synonymous with the sweets beloved by Victorian children. His entrepreneurial spirit and insistence on quality led to innovative treats that delighted both home and export markets.
He passed away in 1906 and was buried at Highgate Cemetery, leaving behind a thriving business that continued to sweeten lives long after his death.