George Washington Sargent

Biography

George Washington Sargent (1802-1864) lived through decades of turbulence with a steady sense of purpose, embracing civic responsibility in the places he called home. He approached each task with diligence and a desire to be of service to those around him.

His thoughtful demeanor and willingness to help others left a mark on friends and neighbors, a memory preserved at Laurel Hill Cemetery where he now sleeps in peace.