Isaac Atwater

1818–1906 (age 88)

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Biography

Isaac Atwater's legal mind and measured temperament helped steady Minnesota's early jurisprudence and civic councils, as he served the growing region with patience and a deep respect for the rule of law.

He remained an active builder of public institutions, encouraging education and prudent development while cherishing the friendships forged among his fellow citizens, and he now rests beneath the shade of Lakewood Cemetery.