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Sculptor Lorado Zadok Taft

Taft Statue

 

memory Statue by Taft

Lorado Zadok Taft
Born in Elmwood, Illinois on April 29, 1860
Died in Chicago, Illinois on October 30, 1936

"Memory" is a small original replica of an original cast bronze statue tilted "Foote memorial Angel".
The memorial, located in Woodlawn Cemetery in Jackson, Michigan, was a favorite of Taft's wife.
"Memory" was dedicated in his honor at this eternal resting place on April 29, 1938.

According to the Plaque on a sculpture he did in Elmwood City Park
'Lorado Taft died at his Chicago Home Oct. 30, 1936.
After cremation, the ashes were scattered in Elmwood Cemetery near family and friends.'

 

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