John A. Barney

1840–1911 (age 71)

Biography

John A. Barney, born in 1840, cherished the balance of home and civic life, always ready with a handshake or to organize a community gathering.

His legacy survives in the quiet acts of generosity he modeled for younger generations, and he rests in Graceland Cemetery.

Also buried at Graceland Cemetery

Kate Warne
1833–1868 (age 35)
Graceland Cemetery
Kate Warne was a pioneering female detective for the Pinkerton National Detective Agency who lived from 1833 to 1868.
Justin Butterfield
1790–1855 (age 65)
Graceland Cemetery
Justin Butterfield was a prominent lawyer and politician from New Hampshire who served in the U.S. government.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
1886–1969 (age 83)
Graceland Cemetery
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John Harris Knowles
1832–1908 (age 76)
Graceland Cemetery
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J. Edward Russell
1867–1953 (age 86)
Graceland Cemetery
J. Edward Russell of Sidney, born in 1867, passed away in 1953 and was interred at Graceland Cemetery.
Frank Billings
1854–1932 (age 78)
Graceland Cemetery
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