Memorial Park is located across the street from Rosehill and I'm not sure why they are operated by…read morethe city of Cleburne separately. Memorial Cemetery was the third cemetery in Cleburne. In 1873, B.J. Chambers, a prominent Cleburne settler, donated one acre of land for the reburial of bodies. In 1876, five more acres were donated by Jeremiah Easterwood and Chambers donated another 10 acres. In 1894, C.Y. and Ann Kouns donated another tract of land for the cemetery to establish a Confederate Park for use by the Pat Cleburne Camp No. 88, United Confederate Veterans and their descendants. In 1880, the Cemetery Association purchased an additional 20 acres from R.J. Chambers to make the cemetery 36 acres. Some 12-14,000 bodies were buried in Memorial Cemetery between 1876 and the 1940s. The Confederate Park arch is still there with a historical marker. According to the city records, some 278 Confederate soldiers and 7 Union soldiers are buried in the cemetery. More than 20,000 people are interred in this cemetery and there are many unidentified graves. The cemetery is still in use today. Rose Hill across the street is "nicer" but I found Memorial to be more interesting. [Review 16011 overall - 199 in Texas - 1516 of 2021.]

I have been searching for my Grandmother's uncle's grave, which is on Findagrave.com and is listed…read moreas BLK 56 Lot 22. I cannot locate his marker. I have tried reversing the numbers and have driven and walked the cemetery many times but cannot locate it. Have the Block numbers been changed? I have a picture of the marker, but I still have been unable to locate it. I wonder if his parents are buried there as well, but there is no information on them on Findagrave.com. My mother, grandparents and 2 sets of great grandparents are buried in another plot in this cemetery and I would like to locate the others. My grandmother used to tell us about when she was a little girl and she would run around that cemetery kissing the angels and the lambs on the babies graves. She was born in 1900 in Cleburne, so those would be very old graves.

I felt like everything was handled in a kind & smooth manner. I didn't understand the time frame…read moreof ordering/receiving and installing my mom's grave marker so I had to keep checking on it. It took about 5 months but I am happy everything is finally completed! They were very kind!

Green Acres Memorial park was founded in 1947 as a nonsectarian cemetery and is the only cemetery…read morein the area that has perpetual care established under the State of Texas Department of Banking. In conformity with State Cemetery Laws, a percentage of each lot sale is deposited in an irrevocable trust fund which provides upkeep of each lot forever. Families will never be asked to pay any dues or assessments for upkeep. The cemetery did appear in good condition with a very presentable entrance gate. The headstones and property were well maintained. I noticed the "Lightfoot Cemetery" off to one side that was interesting. Is this a private family cemetery that simply had the Green Acres grow adjacent to it? Still, I appreciated the family names here that predated the Green Acres formation. [Review 16026 overall - 213 in Texas - 1531 of 2021.]

In June 2024, my family experienced one of the most heartbreaking losses of our lives; the passing…read moreof our beloved mother. In the midst of that pain, we were guided with grace, compassion, and extraordinary care by Martin Thompson & Son Funeral Home & Crematory in Fort Worth. What they did for our family went far beyond a service; they gave us comfort, dignity, and peace during an unimaginably hard time. Payton, in particular, was a godsend. From the moment she stepped in to help, she treated us with warmth and empathy that felt like an embrace. She didn't just fulfill her duties; she went above and beyond, staying in contact with us after hours, making sure every step of the process was handled gently, respectfully, and with deep understanding. When we learned that our mother would need to be transported from Houston; a four-hour drive away. Martin Thompson & Son didn't hesitate. They made the trip themselves, a gesture that spoke volumes about their dedication. Not only did they care for her transport, they worked seamlessly with the private cemetery where our family plot is located, ensuring every detail was handled with precision and grace. Perhaps the most touching act was Payton's careful, loving work in preparing our mother for a private family viewing. Because of the condition she was in, we didn't know if it would be possible to see her again in a way that felt peaceful. But Payton made it possible. She restored her in such a gentle, dignified way that we were able to say goodbye in peace, seeing our mother as we remembered her: serene, whole, and beautiful. I truly cannot say enough about the extraordinary care we received. Martin Thompson & Son didn't just provide a funeral service; they gave us compassion, attention to every detail, and a space where we felt supported and seen. They treat families with a level of personal connection and respect that is rare and deeply needed in times of loss. If you are facing the unimaginable and need a team that will walk with you not just professionally but humanely; this is the place. From the bottom of our hearts: thank you, Payton, and everyone at Martin Thompson & Son. You helped us carry the weight of our grief, and we will be forever grateful!!

The detail and care they provided to my mom and our family as a whole was wonderful. They…read moreunderstood how we wanted to celebrate our mom's life and they made sure it happened the way she wanted it to be carried out. They were also amazing in assisting us in the transport of the body for burial out of town. They made this process so easy on us. Peyton also did an amazing job at making my mom look beautiful.

I went to Modern Monument Works to purchase a marker for my mom's grave, they were beyond…read morewonderful! Matt and Marianne worked with my family, designing a gorgeous marker for my mother. They did such a wonderful job that we also had them make one for another relative that was missing a marker. We are even going to pre-order one for ourselves. They were kind, considerate, and went out of their way to ensure the whole family was pleased. Excellent customer service, outstanding people!

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Kept seeing this cemetery on my service route with TNG. Always wanted to stop by but couldn't due…read moreto being on the clock. Finally set out to wander the grounds in humble respect for those who have passed on before me. There were tons of interesting headstones and grave markers. The grounds were also beautifully maintained. I could have spent way more time out here than I did, but reality called and I had to get back to life at hand. Don't pass on this free history lesson by walking the grounds.