Orsamus H. Marshall

Biography

Orsamus H. Marshall pursued a deep love for the past, encouraging others to honor the stories of Western New York through education and reflection. His scholarly interests helped preserve local heritage for future generations, inviting people to learn from the region’s history.

Even after his death in 1884, the thoughtful tone he set continued to inspire the community and those who gathered at Forest Lawn Cemetery. His work reminds us that understanding the past is a treasured gift to the future.