John Butler Talcott
1824–1905 (age 81)
Biography
John Butler Talcott was a steady guardian of civic values, offering thoughtful engagement on matters that shaped his town’s future. His experience and determination ensured that progress was measured, inclusive, and mindful of the people it affected.
He now rests at Cedar Hill Cemetery amid the city he helped to steady, and his legacy lingers in the quiet strength he imparted to others.