Independence in Washington County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Houston-Lea Family Cemetery
Photographed By Larry D. Moore, June 11, 2018
1. Houston-Lea Family Cemetery Marker
When the widow of Sam Houston died of yellow fever during the epidemic of 1867, the danger of contagion made it impossible to carry her to Huntsville for burial beside her husband. She lies here, with her mother, Mrs. Nancy Lea, near the sites of their last homes and the old church they both loved.Erected 1965 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 8353.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. A significant historical year for this entry is 1867.
Location. 30° 19.191′ N, 96° 20.802′ W. Marker is in Independence, Texas, in Washington County. Marker is at the intersection of Farm to Market Road 50 and La Bahia Trail East (Farm to Market Road 390), on the right when traveling north on Highway 50. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Brenham TX 77833, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Margaret Moffette Lea Houston (here, next to this marker); Old Baptist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Independence School (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line);
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Photographed By Larry D. Moore, June 11, 2018
2. Houston-Lea Family Cemetery Marker Area
Credits. This page was last revised on November 3, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 13, 2018, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas. This page has been viewed 256 times since then and 45 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 13, 2018, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
