Historical Marker
Willis Methodist Church
Marker installed: 1965
Worshipped in school until this building was erected under Pastors G. S. Sandel, J. M. Pugh, 1877-1879. Pioneer citizen, Capt. T. W. Smith gave bell for steeple. Pews and chancel rail made by cabinetmaker E. A. Anderson.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965
Incise in base: Methodist Church Memorial Fund.
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