Johannes Cuyper
1731–1808 (age 77)
Biography
Johannes Cuyper, born in 1731, was a steadfast presence in the Dutch communities along the Hudson, and his life was marked by quiet devotion to the families and friends who gathered at South Schraalenburgh Church. Those who knew him speak of a man whose calm resolve helped anchor the congregation through seasons of hardship.
He was laid to rest in the South Schraalenburgh Church Cemetery in 1808, leaving behind memories of thoughtful counsel and the kindness of a reliable neighbor who cherished fellowship and tradition.