Historic cemeteries in
Erath, Texas

Abandoned Cemetery Acrea Cemetery Alexander Cemetery Allard Cemetery Altman Cemetery Aycock Cemetery Barbee Cemetery Beach Cemetery Bethel Cemetery #1 Bethel Cemetery #2 Bishop Cemetery Bowman Ridge Cemetery Bunyan Cemetery Bybee Family Cemetery Capell Family Cemetery Caudle Cemetery Clairette Cemetery Corinth Cemetery Cottonwood Cemetery Cow Creek Cemetery Denny Cemetery Duffau Cemetery East End Cemetery Erath County Poor Farm Cemetery Erath Garden Of Memories Cemetery Exray Cemetery Gilbreath Family Cemetery Glenn Cemetery Hale Cemetery Hancock Cemetery Hannibal Cemetery Hatchett Cemetery Heavenly Branch Cemetery Hickey Cemetery Hightower Cemetery Hog Springs Cemetery Holmes Brothers Cemetery Huckabay Cemetery Humberson Cemetery Indian Creek Cemetery Jay Bird Cemetery Johnson Cemetery Johnsville Cemetery Kelley Family Cemetery Knob Hill Cemetery Liberty Cemetery Lingleville East End Cemetery Lingleville West End Cemetery Lowell Cemetery Lower Green's Creek Cemetery Martin Family Cemetery McAlister Family Cemetery Millerville Cemetery Morgan Mill Cemetery Morton Chapel Cemetery Mount Olive Cemetery Mount Pleasant Cemetery Mount Zion Cemetery Mt. Pisgah Cemetery New Dublin Cemetery Northcutt Cemetery Oak Dale Cemetery Ogan Cemetery Old Dublin Memorial Park Cemetery Old School Hill Cemetery Pecan Cemetery Pilot Knob Cemetery Plainview Cemetery Pony Creek Cemetery Purves Live Oak Cemetery Ramsey Cemetery Robeson Cemetery Round Grove Cemetery Russell Chapel Cemetery Russell Family Cemetery Sapoak Cemetery School Hill Cemetery Shelby Cemetery Sims Valley Cemetery Skipper's Gap Cemetery Smith Springs Cemetery Stramler Family Cemetery Three Circle Cemetery Thurber Cemetery Turnbough Family Cemetery Turnbow Cemetery Unknown Cemetery Unknown Grave Cemetery Unnamed Cemetery Upper Green Creek Cemetery Valley Grove Cemetery #2 Victor Cemetery Wesley Chapel Cemetery West End Cemetery Whitehead Cemetery Wright Cemetery
The first oil well in the United States was drilled in Texas in 1859. The discovery of oil transformed the economy of the state and helped to make Texas one of the wealthiest states in the nation.
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Erath County, located in the central region of Texas, has a rich history that dates back to the early 1800s. The area was initially inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Comanches and Tonkawas, who roamed the region for centuries. However, the Spanish explorers were the first Europeans to arrive in the area, with the famed Pedro Vial passing through in 1785.

In the 1850s, settlers began to establish permanent communities in Erath County, attracted by the fertile land and abundant water sources. One of the earliest settlements was Stephenville, which was founded in 1856. The town grew steadily and became a significant hub for trade and commerce in the region. During this time, agriculture, particularly cattle ranching, became the backbone of the economy.

Erath County played a notable role during the Civil War, as many residents joined the Confederate Army. The county also witnessed several skirmishes and raids, as it was located on the Western Frontier, making it an important strategic point. The war had a lasting impact on the area, with the local economy suffering due to the loss of men and resources.

Following the war, Erath County experienced rapid growth and development. The arrival of the railroad in 1889 further boosted the economy and facilitated transportation. The county continued to thrive on agriculture and ranching, while also diversifying into industries such as oil and gas production. Today, Erath County remains a vibrant community, known for its ranching heritage, educational institutions like Tarleton State University, and a strong sense of community spirit.

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Erath County, Texas.

  • 1854: Erath County is officially organized and named after George Bernard Erath, a Texas Ranger and surveyor.
  • 1855: The first settlers arrive in the area, primarily from Tennessee and Missouri.
  • 1860: The first post office is established in Stephenville, the county seat.
  • 1865: The Civil War ends, and Erath County begins to recover from the conflict.
  • 1870: The Texas Central Railroad is completed, bringing increased trade and development to the county.
  • 1893: Tarleton State University is founded in Stephenville.
  • 1926: Construction of US Highway 67 begins, providing improved transportation access for Erath County.
  • 1940s: The discovery of oil in the county leads to an economic boom.
  • 1990s: Erath County becomes a popular filming location for movies and television shows, including "Walker, Texas Ranger."