Oliver Ingraham Lay

Biography

Oliver Ingraham Lay (1845–1890) lived through a transformative period in American history, his years spanning the Civil War and the recovery that followed; he was part of the generation that rebuilt communities and tended to the bonds of family and civic life.

Those who knew him remember his steady presence and the lasting respect he earned, a legacy now honored at Cedar Hill Cemetery and Mausoleum where he rests among fellow citizens.