Russells Point in Logan County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park
St. Mary’s Point- Indian Lake Ohio
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
1. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
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Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park and Meditation Garden was built by the late George B. Quatman in 1964 as part of his “San Juan Amusement Park” entertainment site.
During its twenty years of operation, the San Juan Amusement Park, encouraged wholesome family entertainment. All proceeds were donated to charitable and children’s causes.
Our Lady of Fatima Statue and Gardens featured dancing fountains, music, picnic grounds and a light show at night. A train ride around the entire San Juan Amusement Park stopped at our Lady of Fatima Statue, where guests could visit, pray and learn the history of the Miracle of Fatima where Our Lady appeared to three children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917.
Although Mr. Quatman died one month after its opening, Our Lady of Fatima Statue has continued to be a source of Blessing and reflection on Blessed Mother Mary, her Son Jesus, and for all children, like the three children from Fatima. St. Mary’s of the Woods Church celebrates Mass on this site every year for the Feast of the Assumption of Our Blessed Mother Mary into Heaven, from her last earthly home in Ephesus.
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Our Lady of Fatima dedicated Aug. 30, 1964
“Unless we respect and honor God’s holy name and obey his commandments, the world will continue to suffer wars and men shall not attain salvation.” This statue of the Virgin Mary is her appearance as described by three children who saw and heard her relate this message in three separate appearances near Fatima, Portugal, in 1917
American Society of Ephesus George B. Quatman, founder
Erected 1964 by American Society of Ephesus.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Entertainment • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is August 30, 1964.
Location. 40° 28.513′ N, 83° 53.6′ W. Marker is in Russells Point, Ohio, in Logan County. It is on Chase Avenue west of Bill Reed Drive, on the right when traveling west. The park is at the harbor entrance to Russell's Point, Ohio from Indian Lake. It is behind the harbor foot bridge (the last remnant of the Amusement Park). Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address:
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
2. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
close up of 2nd marker (stone)
Regionally, this marker is in Ohio’s Till Plains. It is also in the American Midwest and in the Corn Belt. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Sandy Beach Bridge (approx. 0.2 miles away); Native Americans (approx. 0.2 miles away); Our Lady of Fatima (approx. 0.2 miles away); Boats of Indian Lake (approx. 0.2 miles away); 1913 Flood (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sandy Beach and the Big Band Era (approx. 0.2 miles away); Islands and Beaches (approx. 0.2 miles away); Interurban Transportation (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Russells Point.
Another marker is no longer nearby. Sandy Beach Park (was approx. 0.2 miles away but has been confirmed missing).
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
3. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
full view of bronze marker
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
4. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
full view of 2nd marker (stone) first marker (bronze) is just visible at far right, in the hegdes
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
5. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
marker can be seen at a distance (2nd in foreground0
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
6. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
full view of statue
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
7. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
close up of statue
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
8. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
surrounding the park are twelve "Stations of the Cross". This is number 7
Photographed by Rev. Ronald Irick, July 24, 2015
9. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
something is missing. I don't know what was here, but it is gone now.
Photographed by Craig Doda, July 11, 2026
10. Our Lady of Fatima Statue Park Marker
Marker & shrine missing when I visited. The shrine was put back up a week after my visit.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 28, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 24, 2015, by Rev. Ronald Irick of West Liberty, Ohio. This page has been viewed 1,713 times since then and 56 times this year. Last updated on August 28, 2026, by Carl Gordon Moore Jr. of North East, Maryland. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. submitted on July 24, 2015, by Rev. Ronald Irick of West Liberty, Ohio. 10. submitted on July 21, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
