Manti in Sanpete County, Utah — The American Mountains (Southwest)
History on a Headstone
— Pioneer Heritage Gardens —
Photographed By Jeremy Snow, March 19, 2024
1. History on a Headstone Marker
Visit the historic Manti City Cemetery
The adjoining cemetery marks the final resting place of many Central Utah settlers who died beginning in November 1849 and into the early 1850s. Death was very much a part of the pioneer experience. The beliefs and values of the pioneers helped them to feel hopeful when facing the loss of loved ones.
The individuals buried in the Manti City Cemetery led unique and difficult lives, but their histories all converged in Central Utah. Look closely at the headstones to discover untold western stories from explorers, doctors, Native Americans, and fortune seekers who once passed through the area.
The earliest deaths recorded in Manti were retold in a letter to Brigham Young:
February 20, 1850
Four deaths have occurred in the Camp since we arrived, namely Nelson Higgins youngest child, Mr. Shomaker's son (about 17 years old), John Warner's child (which died at birth), and Bro. Cable's daughter (about one year and three months old).
Owned and operated by the Central Utah Pioneer Heritage Association
Erected by Central Utah Pioneer Heritage Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1849.
Location.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Faith and Miracles (here, next to this marker); A Temple in Zion (here, next to this marker); Pioneer Values: Education (a few steps from this marker); The Manti Pioneers (within shouting distance of this marker); Gathering Zion (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome to Historic Manti City Cemetery (within shouting distance of this marker); New Home, New Neighbors (within shouting distance of this marker); A Unique Way to Conquer the West (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Manti.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 22, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 20, 2024, by Jeremy Snow of Cedar City, Utah. This page has been viewed 40 times since then. Photo 1. submitted on March 20, 2024, by Jeremy Snow of Cedar City, Utah. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
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