Joseph Smith Bigelow
1848–1930 (age 82)
businessman
Biography
Joseph Smith Bigelow earned respect as a diligent businessman whose integrity was matched only by his concern for the well-being of those who worked alongside him. He believed in the power of steady effort and treated his associates as friends, with fairness and encouragement at every turn.
Joseph’s commitment to community service and generosity extended beyond the boardroom into the schools and charities that benefited from his quiet philanthropy. His memory endures at Mount Auburn Cemetery and in the gratitude of his family and colleagues.