Henry Pierrepont Russell

1801–1865 (age 64)

Biography

Henry Pierrepont Russell was among those who helped shape Sacramento’s early story, lending his talents to the civic and cultural life of the growing city. His resting place at the Sacramento Historic City Cemetery honors a life invested in the promise of a new frontier.

He combined quiet resolve with a generous spirit, walking alongside neighbors as the region forged its identity during a time of rapid change.

Also buried at Sacramento Historic City Cemetery

William S. Hamilton
1797–1850 (age 53)
Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
William S. Hamilton was a New York-born American who later settled in Sacramento during the Gold Rush period.
Laura May Tilden Wilson
1872–1928 (age 56)
Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
Laura May Tilden Wilson was a Sacramento resident who lived from 1872 to 1928.
Lebbeus Simkins
1836–1884 (age 48)
Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
Lebbeus Simkins (1836-1884) was a Utica resident interred at Sacramento Historic City Cemetery.
C. G. W. French
1822–1891 (age 69)
Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
C. G. W. French was a Berkley resident who lived from 1822 to 1891.
William Irwin
1827–1886 (age 59)
Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
William Irwin (1827-1886) was a Butler County native interred at Sacramento Historic City Cemetery.
Amos P. Catlin
1823–1900 (age 77)
Sacramento Historic City Cemetery
Amos P. Catlin (1823-1900) was a Red Hook resident of the 19th century.