James Bonner Rogers
(Nov. 27, 1836 - April 13, 1872) Freestone County sheriff 1872, during lawless era. Rogers pursued several horse thieves alone, after deputy was shot in hot pursuit; but later was shot from ambush by 2 strangers, supposedly the vengeant thieves. Died, leaving widow, 3 children.
31.7212° N, 96.1533° W
Where to Find It
Fairfield Cemetery, S. Dunbar St./E. Reunion St. (marker is in SW corner of cemetery)
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N David Hall Love Fairfield
- 0.2 mi NE Fairfield Female College Fairfield
- 0.3 mi NW The Fridolin (Fred) Fischer Home Fairfield
- 0.4 mi W The Manahan House Fairfield
- 0.5 mi NW 1881 Freestone County Jail Fairfield
- 0.5 mi NW Butler Church Bell Fairfield