Samuel Henry Kress

1863–1955 (age 92)

Businessman/Philanthropist

About Samuel Henry Kress

Samuel Henry Kress (1863–1955) lived to age 92. They were a businessman/philanthropist. Born in Cherryville, they died in New York City. They are buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in New York.

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