Peter P. Demarest

1764–1847 (age 83)

Biography

Peter P. Demarest lived through the founding era of the United States, his life extending from the colonial period into the early 19th century. His eighty-three years provided him with a long perspective on the nation's development from its earliest days.

Demarest's memory is honored at Old North Reformed Church Cemetery. His life reflects the continuity of American communities and the contributions of individuals whose steady presence helped establish the foundations of the young nation.