William Betts

1865–1936 (age 71)

Biography

William Betts (1865-1936) was a longtime Washington community member whose steady presence behind the scenes supported the bustling life of the capital.

Though records of his public career are modest, friends recall his quiet generosity and the encouragement he offered to neighbors navigating the challenges of the early twentieth century, qualities that now rest in the serene rows of Congressional Cemetery.

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