Sheriff Joe H. Snow
(1872 - 1920) Born in West Columbia, Texas. Married; had one son. Served as justice of the peace, Precinct 2, 1900-1912. Was appointed deputy sheriff of Brazoria County in 1913; elected sheriff in 1918; reelected for an additional 2-year term. Was killed in line of duty after long horseback chase to arrest a suspected horse thief. A brave, conscientious officer, who sacrificed his life in his service to the public. Recorded, 1967
29.1500° N, 95.4249° W
Where to Find It
Angleton Cemetery
Nearby Markers
- 0.9 mi N Holy Comforter Episcopal Church
- 1 mi N First Presbyterian Church of Angleton Angleton
- 1.2 mi N Angleton Independent School District Angleton
- 1.3 mi N Sweeny Home Angleton
- 1.3 mi N First Baptist Church of Angleton Angleton
- 1.4 mi N Old Brazoria County Courthouse Angleton