Reuben Jonathan Palmer
(January 18, 1829 - March 20, 1868) Born in Appomattox County, Va., son of Reuben DeJarnette and Martha P. (Christian) Palmer; he was educated at Randolph-Macon College. Moved to Texas in 1856. A Montgomery lawyer; served in 9th Legislature, State of Texas, and in Secession Convention, 1861. Married Frances Winifred, the daughter of Robert G. and Agnes (Wood) Branch. Had three children: Robert Guerrant, Cora Christian (later Blanding), and Edward Gray. Recorded - 1972
30.3888° N, 95.6977° W
Where to Find It
Old Methodist Churchyard, NE corner Pond Street and Eva Street (SH 105)
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi E The Old Methodist Churchyard Montgomery
- <0.1 mi S William S. Taylor Montgomery
- <0.1 mi SE John M. Wade Montgomery
- <0.1 mi NE Montgomery United Methodist Church, Site of Montgomery
- 0.1 mi N Montgomery Baptist Church Building Montgomery
- 0.1 mi NE Lake Creek Settlement Montgomery