Copperopolis in Calaveras County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Copperopolis Cemetery

By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

1. Copperopolis Cemetery Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

Located atop a prominent hill, this cemetery overlooks the community of Copperopolis and it’s surrounding area.
After crossing through the wrought iron gates and walking amongst the paths you’ll find yourself surrounded by the 4 foot natural stone walls.
Think of the Civil War veterans, Clampers and many members of the founding families buried and honored within. It is due to their diligence and perseverance that we stand here today.
The oldest tombstone is dated 1863.

Erected 2006 by E Clampus Vitus, Matuca Chapter No. 1849.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Notable Places. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list.

Location. 37° 58.544′ N, 120° 38.462′ W. Marker is in Copperopolis, California, in Calaveras County. Marker can be reached from Reeds Turnpike. Marker is located at the entrance to the cemetery. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 764 Reeds Turnpike, Copperopolis CA 95228, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within

By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

2. Copperopolis Cemetery Marker

walking distance of this marker. Thomas McCarty (a few steps from this marker); Copperopolis (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Old Corner Saloon (approx. 0.2 miles away); Calaveras Telephone (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Copperopolis (approx. ¼ mile away); Copperopolis Historical Plaza (approx. 0.3 miles away); Copperopolis Armory (approx. 0.3 miles away); Congregational Church (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Copperopolis.

Sign At Entrance to Cemetery image. Click for full size.

By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

3. Sign At Entrance to Cemetery

Copperopolis Cemetery
Final resting place of some of the earliest
settlers of Copperopolis, the cemetery
was originally divided into 4 sections
by hand laid stones walls: Masons,
Odd-Fellow, Peoples Protestant
And Catholic.
We ask you to show respect as you
wander among these pioneers of the
early west and REMEMBER: as they
are, so shall you be.

Entrance to IOOF Section image. Click for full size.

By Syd Whittle, June 6, 2009

4. Entrance to IOOF Section

Hand Laid Stone Walls image. Click for full size.

By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

5. Hand Laid Stone Walls

As mentioned in marker and sign text

An Early Grave Marker image. Click for full size.

By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

6. An Early Grave Marker

A Copperopolis Pioneer image. Click for full size.

By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

7. A Copperopolis Pioneer

Top section of original tombstone is missing. A marker was placed with the additional information of:
Charles Egan
1806 - 1885
Native of Ireland
Age 79
Homesteaded in Copperopolis in 1849

Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 8, 2009, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California. This page has been viewed 1,599 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on June 8, 2009, by Syd Whittle of El Dorado Hills, California.