Howard J. Whitmore Jr.

1905–1998 (age 93)

Politician

Biography

Howard J. Whitmore Jr. (1905-1998) dedicated his career to public service, striving to represent his constituents with integrity and foresight.

He cared deeply about preserving civic traditions while encouraging thoughtful progress, and he is interred at Newton Cemetery.

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