Handmade Folk Grave Markers: San Fernando Cemetery No. 1, San Antonio, Texas

Abstract

This photograph is a part of the Kent Rush Folk Markers and Cemeteries Photograph Collection. All inscriptions are transcribed as they originally appear on the headstone, including all variations of spellings, misspellings, and alternating letter cases. Each headstone has its own variation of construction and decoration which are noted in the description. To view full photograph collection, please make an appointment at the UTSA Special Collections Reading Room. Inscription: "MARY A. SHEEHAN REP 1844 1917." Construction: Cast. Gravestone Marker Type: Single Upright. Decoration: Embossed floral design