William Henry Baldwin Jr.

1863–1905 (age 42)

Businessman/Philanthropist

Biography

William Henry Baldwin Jr., born in 1863, was a businessman whose thoughtful stewardship of enterprises was matched by a generous commitment to the public good. He devoted time and resources to strengthening libraries, hospitals, and schools, believing that economic success should nurture civic well-being.

His philanthropic leadership inspired others to share in the care of the wider community, leaving a legacy felt long after his death at Forest Hills Cemetery.