History
of the Prairie
Grove Cemetery |
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The Prairie Grove Cemetery is located in
western Navarro County, at Emmett Texas. According to the Prairie Grove
Cemetery Association records, the cemetery was established in 1887 when Martin
Williams, the son of Bob Williams, was the first person laid to rest in the
yard. The Church and cemetery were established just
to the east of the H. E. McAfee home. In 1919, there were a total
of 140 burials.
(This history will be expanded later) |
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March, 2009
Edward L. Williams & Barbara
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