Casilda Iturrizar

Casilda Iturrizar (1818 – 22 February 1900), also known as the Epalza widow, was a Spanish philanthropist and businessperson from Bilbao in the Basque Country. Iturrizar sought to help the most disadvantaged members of Bilbao society using her fortune for charity. The street where she lived, a hospital wing, and a city park were named after her.

Casilda Iturrizar
Born
Casilda Margarita de Iturrizar y Urquijo

1818
Bilbao, Spain
Died22 February 1900
Bilbao, Spain
OccupationPhilanthropist
SpouseTomás José de Epalza (1798-1873)
Parents
  • José Ylarión Iturrizar Basabe (father)
  • Eugenia Nicolasa Urquijo Ziurtegaray (mother)
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