Established in 1828 by the Elder Family. It is a historical cemetery. This cemetery contains the oldest marked grave non-catholic in Jackson County. There are some current graves outside the original family plot. The cemetery was destroyed by Thyoil. They were required to restore the Elder family markers. Many other graves were lost. [Source: Harry McDonald] Photos taken & submitted by Pat C. Kendrick patcreel@cableone.net Photos located in the Archives Project for Mississippi Elder Family Cemetery, HISTORICAL SITE (Monument) |