Henry Litchfield West

1859–1940 (age 81)

About Henry Litchfield West

Henry Litchfield West (1859–1940) lived to age 81. Born in Staten Island, they died in Dorchester County. They are buried at Oak Hill Cemetery in District of Columbia.

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