Guernsey Van Riper
1879–1961 (age 82)
Biography
Guernsey Van Riper was a steady presence in civic life, helping to strengthen local institutions while treating neighbors with courtesy and patience. He balanced business acumen with service, offering counsel to newcomers and volunteering for causes that uplifted families.
Through mentorship and quiet generosity he reminded others that leadership can be exercised with humility, and he rests at Crownland Cemetery.