Sonora Cemetery
The Sonora Cemetery had its origin in 1872 with the burial of S. B. McBee, who is believed to be a child of pioneer settlers. Located adjacent to the site of the Sonora Community Church and School on a 3.5 acre lot, the burial ground covered more than seven acres by 1880. When a rail line was completed one mile west of the Sonora community in 1887, residents began to move to the new town of Fairlie. Containing more than 900 graves, the Sonora Cemetery continues to serve Fairlie and the surrounding area.
33.3152° N, 95.9362° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as damaged.
Where to Find It
FM 1563 at CR 4705; 5 mi. NW of Commerce
Nearby Markers
- 4.9 mi SE First Presbyterian Church of Commerce Commerce
- 4.9 mi SE Incorporation of Commerce Commerce
- 5 mi SE Jernigin's Store Commerce
- 5 mi SE Bruce B. Williams American Legion Post No. 1 Commerce
- 5 mi SE Commerce Post Office Commerce
- 5 mi SE Site of Commerce Churches Commerce