Thomas M. Stell
Born in Florida; came to Texas in childhood. A cowboy in youth -- drove cattle to Kansas, Wyoming. Attended Covey College, Concrete. Appointed sheriff of De Witt County, 1892; he served 15 years. Used persuasiveness and tact in handling duties. One of the prisoners he held was notorious gunman John Wesley Hardin. Married twice; father of five children. Member of Old Trail Drivers Association; president, Texas Sheriffs Association. Recorded - 1967
29.0948° N, 97.2788° W
Where to Find It
(Hillside Cemetery),East end of Reuss Street, Cuero
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N Charles Goodwin Breeden Cuero
- <0.1 mi N Judge Henry Clay Pleasants Cuero
- 0.1 mi W Hillside Cemetery Cuero
- 0.4 mi S Cuero Cuero
- 0.5 mi S De Witt County Cuero
- 0.5 mi W The Bates-Sheppard House Cuero