Sarah Lowe Twiggs

1839–1920 (age 81)

Biography

Sarah Lowe Twiggs (1839–1920) was a cherished voice in Summerville, lending her intellect and tenderness to the written word and to the causes that sustained civic life. She understood the power of sitting with a neighbor in need, of reading aloud to a curious child, and of offering a steady friendship.

Her presence could calm anxious hearts and inspire thoughtful reflection, leaving behind a legacy of letters, kindness, and quiet leadership remembered by those who walk among the graves of Summerville Cemetery today.

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