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History in the Neighborhood

South-View Cemetery is the final resting place of many individuals who shaped Atlanta, Georgia, and the nation. From educators and civil rights leaders to entrepreneurs, artists, and public servants, their stories continue to inspire generations.

This page highlights selected individuals whose lives reflect the rich history of the surrounding community. We invite families, historians, and community members to help us expand this living archive.

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Benjamin E. Mays

Civil Rights Leader

William H. Crogman

Dutch Caribbean & American pioneering educator

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Robert Grant

Courtesy of Zion Hill Baptist Church

Founder of Zion Hill Baptist Church & South View Cemetery

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Grace Towns Hamilton

via Wikimedia Commons

American Politician

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Alonzo Herndon

Business Leader & Atlanta Life Insurance Founder

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Annie L. McPheeters

American Librarian & Civil Rights Activist

Courtesy of Auburn Avenue Research Library

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John W. Dobbs

Civic & Political Leader

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Graham W. Jackson Sr.

Theatre Organist, Pianist, Accordionist, & Choral Conductor

Photo via Syncopated Times

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Ludie Clay Andrews

Nurse

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Bazoline E Usher

via Wikimedia Commons

Educator

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John Lewis

SEIU Local 721 / Public Domain

Civil Rights Activist & Statesman

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Courtesy of Association of Black Health-System Pharmacists

Dr. Moses Amos

Pharmacist

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Image via BlackPast.org

Dinah Watts Pace

Educator

Freddye Henderson

Enterpreneur, Columnist, Educator

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Carolyn D. Yancey

Teacher & Education Executive

Courtesy of Yancey Family

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Courtesy of Sweet Auburn Works

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via Philadelphia Citizen

Geneva Haugabrooks

Entrepreneur & Teacher

Horace Mann Bond

Educator

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Jean Childs Young

Educator & Children Rights Activist

via AA Registry

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John W. E. Bowen

Religious Leader & Professor

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Lillian Miles Lewis

Photo by FindAGrave Contributor

Educator & Political Figure

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