Richard Urquhart Goode
1858–1903 (age 45)
Topographical engineer
Biography
Richard Urquhart Goode lent his keen mind to the service of his nation as a topographical engineer, contributing to the understanding and mapping of America's vast landscapes. Colleagues admired his precision, discipline, and the clarity he brought to every survey and report.
Though his life was brief, he left a lasting legacy at Rock Creek Cemetery, remembered for the meticulous work that supported both exploration and development in an expanding country.