Midlothian in Ellis County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Shiloh Cemetery
Photographed By Craig Baker, April 11, 2024
1. Shiloh Cemetery Marker
Burials in this cemetery began with Peters Colony pioneers who founded Ovilla in 1844. The earliest marked grave is that of Mary C. Patton, wife of elder James E. Patton, who died on August 14, 1851. The Pattons were among the original settlers of Ovilla. James S. and Martha Berry and the Rev. Finis E. King formally deeded land for the Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church and Cemetery. Tombstones record the graves of a number of pastors who served the Shiloh Church and many veterans of the Civil War, World Wars I and II, and Korea. Buried here also are members of fraternal lodges and two 19th-century Ovilla postmasters.
Erected 2001 by Texas Historical Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1844.
Location. 32° 31.035′ N, 96° 53.721′ W. Marker is in Midlothian, Texas, in Ellis County. Marker can be reached from Shiloh Road, 0.3 miles west of Ovilla Road, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 7820 Shiloh Rd, Midlothian TX 76065, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Shiloh Cumberland Presbyterian Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); Heritage Park
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Photographed By Craig Baker, April 11, 2024
2. Shiloh Cemetery and Marker
Photographed By Craig Baker, April 11, 2024
3. Shiloh Cemetery and Church
Credits. This page was last revised on April 15, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 15, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 45 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 15, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
