Notable Births & Deaths for Paynesville ...

Below is our list of notable people who were born, died or were buried in the area surrounding Paynesville. Please note that while we are collecting data on an ongoing basis, it's a big task and it's unlikely that our list will ever be more than a sample.

• Sinclair Lewis     (Author)
  • Full name: Harry Sinclair Lewis
  • Find-A-Grave Memorial for Sinclair Lewis<1>
  • He was born in Sauk Centre (MN) on February 7, 1885 (a Saturday) and died in Rome (Italy) on January 10, 1951 (a Wednesday).
  • Sauk Centre is located 26 miles [41.8 km] to the northwest of Paynesville. Both communities are located in Stearns County.
  • At the time of his death, he was 65.
  • He is buried at Greenwood Cemetery, located 26 miles [41.8 km] to the north northwest of Paynesville. The cemetery is located in Stearns County, Minnesota.
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