John Wheeler Leavitt, Sr.

1868–1930 (age 62)

Merchant

Biography

John Wheeler Leavitt, Sr. was a merchant whose entrepreneurial spirit and careful attention to detail earned him the respect of peers and patrons alike. He balanced the demands of commerce with a sincere desire to support the flourishing of the communities he served.

His gracious demeanor and philanthropic impulses ensured that his success translated into meaningful contributions beyond the marketplace, a legacy remembered at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park.