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Lamar Family

Crosbyton, Crosby County

Marker Text

In 1892 William Percy Lamar (1889-1946) came with his parents from Tarrant County to Crosby County, settling on a 160-acre homestead. He married Sarah Elzina Henson (1892-1963) in 1912. They prospered through farming, dairying, stock raising, and business. In 1957 Elzina established the Percy and Zina Lamar Foundation. Gifts to the community include building and continued support of Crosby County Pioneer Memorial Museum and Community Center, a tribute to the Lamar Family and all West Texas Pioneers. Other gifts include a Masonic Hall and donations to Methodist charities. (1980)

Marker Details

Address US 82
Location Description Crosbyton Cemetery, US 82 E side between CR 209 and CR 213. Grave is in west section of the cemetery.
Marker # 3016
Dedicated 1980
Size, Type 18" x 28"
Code pioneers; agriculture; business; philanthropy
  • Private Property:

    Unknown
  • Latitude, Longitude 33.657888, -101.211337

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