Ingersoll Bowditch

Biography

Ingersoll Bowditch, born in 1875, offered measured counsel and a compassionate ear to many in the Mount Auburn neighborhood, bridging generations as the community matured through the early twentieth century. His thoughtful demeanor and appreciation for scholarship helped sustain civic institutions when thoughtful leadership was most needed.

Now remembered from the quiet slopes of Mount Auburn Cemetery, Ingersoll’s dedication to fairness and friendship lives on among those who value thoughtful service to others.