William Beverley Caldwell

1851–1880 (age 29)

Biography

William Beverley Caldwell, born in 1851, spent a brief but earnest portion of his life in the heart of his community. He was laid to rest in Cave Hill Cemetery in 1880, leaving behind those who cherished his companionship.

Those who knew William remember his kind-hearted nature and gentle perseverance, as he navigated the complexities of the postwar years with a quiet dignity.

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