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Ruiz-Herrera Cemetery

Von Ormy, Bexar County

Marker Text

Started in 1840's; still used by founding families. Graves include those of Texas patriots Francisco Antonio Ruiz, 1836 acting mayor, whose father and uncle signed Declaration of Independence; and Blas Herrera, who alerted the Alamo defenders to Santa Anna's approach. (1967)

Marker Details

Address Quesenberry Rd.
Location Description From Somerset Rd., S 1 mile on Quesenberry Rd., then SW 0.4 mi. on Ruiz-Herrera Lane to cemetery
Marker # 4387
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code cemetery, Hispanic topics, Texas Revolution
Latitude, Longitude 29.272206, -98.611175

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