Sherman Minton 1890 – 1965

Biography

Sherman Minton was born on October 20, 1890, in Georgetown, beginning a life that would lead him to one of the highest offices in American jurisprudence. His distinguished career culminated in his appointment to the United States Supreme Court, where he served from 1949 to 1956. During his seven years on the bench, Justice Minton contributed to pivotal decisions that shaped American law during a transformative period in the nation’s history.

After leaving the Supreme Court, Sherman Minton returned to his native Indiana, where he lived out his remaining years. He passed away on April 9, 1965, in New Albany at an advanced age, concluding a lengthy life dedicated to public service and the law. His legacy as a jurist and his contributions to the American legal system remained an enduring part of his hometown’s heritage.

Sherman Minton was laid to rest at Holy Trinity Cemetery in Floyd County, where he remains remembered among those who shaped the nation’s judicial traditions. His journey from a small Indiana town to the nation’s highest court reflected both personal achievement and the possibilities of American civic life.