Frederick A. Sattes (1845–1907) was a prominent figure in West Virginia's history, known for his entrepreneurial ventures and contributions to the region's development. He operated a ferry service across the Kanawha River, facilitating transportation between St. Albans and Nitro. This service was vital before the construction of bridges in the area, providing a crucial link for commerce and daily travel. 

It is also told that Frederick built the West Sattes community in Nitro from the ground up, he built a community center and further developed that area prior to its boom around World War I. Sattes Circle on the left side of the Saint Albans-Nitro bridge is still named in his honor. After marrying Melissa Wells, Frederick became involved with the Wells family cemetery. This small family burial ground saw Frederick and his daughter, Daisy, selling plots. The cemetery continued to bury people until the 1980s, and over 900 individuals are laid to rest there. Today, it is known as the Sattes Cemetery. Frederick was also a prosperous farmer and owned 436 acres of land opposite of Saint Albans (now Nitro) eleven miles below Charleston. He was the son of well-known Frederic and Cristina (Bender) Sattes.