Stephen Decatur Trenchard

Biography

Stephen Decatur Trenchard held a profound respect for the traditions and fellowship of the Church of St. James the Less, sharing warmth and encouragement with those around him. His steady support helped sustain church life during pivotal moments in Buffalo’s story.

He died in 1883, but those who remember him recall his loving kindness and the calm presence he lent to every gathering. The Church and its cemetery carry forward his memory with quiet gratitude.