Samuel Chilton
1805–1867 (age 62)
Biography
Samuel Chilton devoted his life to the law and to the citizens of Virginia, serving with distinction as an attorney and legislator. His thoughtful advocacy in the halls of Congress and in local courts reflected a deep respect for constitutional governance and the rule of law.
He remained a calming presence amid heated debates, always encouraging compromise when justice and conscience demanded it, and leaving behind a community that cherished his honesty and compassion.