In a small, neglected cemetery with just 12 graves, the writer encounters three friendly dogs during his visit.
Tag Archives: Sedgwick County Cemeteries
Pleasant Ridge Cemetery – Goddard
Pleasant Ridge cemetery holds numerous untold tales within its 1400-plus graves. Including Henry Holm, who, despite his brief life, was part of a pioneering family with ties to Germany and Sedgwick County.
Fairview Cemetery – Cheney
A roadside cemetery near Wichita, KS holds the remains of over a thousand individuals, including Odon Northcutt, a prominent figure in Sedgwick County known for his contributions to banking and community. Additionally, Dr. Paul Longhofer, beloved educator and community leader, rests there, leaving a legacy of devotion to education and service.
Saint Paul Lutheran Cemetery – Cheney
A visit to Cheney’s St. Paul’s cemetery. This county cemetery is the final resting place of more than 400 people.
Pioneer Cemetery – Cheney
A serene countryside cemetery with approximately 640 burials, where the oldest known grave belongs to Frank Jenings Lanphear. The cemetery holds a charm, with intriguing headstones adding to its character.
Riding the Cannonball Stage Line: The Life and Legacy of Cannonball Green
In the late 19th century, Donald R. “Cannonball” Green, a daring stagecoach operator, known for speed and efficiency, connected Wichita to towns in western Kansas, shaping the region’s development and leaving behind a legacy.
Jamesburg Cemetery
The west Wichita cemetery has almost 500 interments some dating back to the 1880’s.
A Hoard Habit to Break: The Life and Legacy of Silas Bliss
Discover the fascinating story of “Father” Silas Bliss, a beloved member of his community in Wichita, Kansas.
Roll Cemetery – Peck
Discover the history behind Roll Cemetery, a small family graveyard nestled in the heart of Sedgwick County.
Saint Mary’s Cemetery – Garden Plain
Exploring Saint Mary’s Cemetery – where a man named Peter Rau holds the oldest grave.
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