Thomas Lemuel James

Biography

Thomas Lemuel James, born in 1831, devoted his career to improving the postal service, striving to bring order, efficiency, and fairness to the vital channels of national communication.

His leadership in civic finance and public service reflected a belief that government could best serve citizens through honest administration; the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest Columbarium honors his dedication to institutional integrity and the quiet stewardship of civic life.