William H. Gelshenen

Biography

William H. Gelshenen’s life spanned the Civil War era and the Gilded Age, and though his personal record may not be widely chronicled, he represents the countless individuals who kept their communities steady through times of challenge and transformation. He maintained a steady hand and a generous heart, offering support where he could in the small yet essential ways that define everyday heroism.

Gelshenen’s family and friends honor him at Calvary Cemetery, where his name joins others who served as anchors of compassion and dependability in their neighborhoods.