John McIntire

1759–1815 (age 56)

Pioneer

Photograph of John McIntire

Biography

John McIntire was a pioneer whose life, spanning from 1759 to 1815, mirrored the restless energy of a young nation seeking new frontiers. He likely faced the myriad challenges of frontier life with courage and creativity, carving a living and a legacy amid the dense forests and rugged terrain of the Pioneer Hill area.

Today, those who come to Pioneer Hill Cemetery honor him as a forebear whose determination helped establish the communities that would follow in his footsteps.