James Crafts

Biography

James Crafts, born in 1839 and passing in 1917, embodied the quiet strength of those who build with their hands and hearts. His was a life shaped by industry and a sincere concern for the welfare of his neighbors near Church on the Hill Cemetery.

He took pleasure in steady work and in keeping the rhythms of community life running smoothly, leaving behind a reputation for reliability and a testament to the virtues of honest toil.