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Joseph Dennis

Temple, Bell County

Marker Text

Joseph Dennis (Dec. 10, 1810-Oct. 19, 1894) Tennessee native Joseph Dennis came to Texas in 1849 with his wife, Isa (Seitz), and their children. After Bell County was created from Milam County in 1850, Dennis was instrumental in selecting a site for the county seat, which became the town of Belton. A respected landowner and businessman, Dennis was elected first Bell County Treasurer and later moved to Temple. A number of Dennis family members are buried in this cemetery. Recorded - 1984

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Hodge Cemetery, north of W. Ave R, Temple.
Marker # 2855
Dedicated 1984
Size, Type grave marker
Code county official; pioneers
Latitude, Longitude 31.090416, -97.381128

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