Dennis Cemetery

This cemetery was established prior to 1836 when Texas was part of Mexico. Located on property later donated by pioneer settler Isaiah Hamilton, it was used as a burial site for slaves of the area around the pioneer Sulphur Spring community. The significance of the historic Dennis Cemetery is reflected in the lives of individuals buried here. Gravesites include those of Easter Scurlock, later Mrs. Randall Sneedy, and Henry Smith, who came to Texas in 1834 with their owner Captain William Scurlock, a celebrated veteran of the Texas Revolution two years later. Following Emancipation in 1865, both former slaves figured prominently in the development of the area's black community. Two of Easter's sons, Dave and Dick, who acquired the family name of Jim Dennis when they were sold to him, also became active leaders here. Descendants of slaves buried at this site still live in the area. No longer in use, the Dennis Cemetery contains more than 100 graves. The burial ground now serves as a reminder of Texas' early history and of the area's rich heritage. It is a symbol of pride for the local black community, which was founded on the efforts of pioneer slaves and freedmen interred here. (1982)

Dennis Cemetery is a historical marker in Rosevine, Sabine County, dedicated in 1982. It is one of 43 historical markers documented in Sabine County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 152 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.4320, -93.9373 near Rosevine. The nearest cataloged historic site is Scurlock-Sneed Family (cemetery), about 0.2 miles away. Others within a short drive include Gravel Hill-Antioch Baptist Church, McMahan Chapel Cemetery, and McMahan's Chapel.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5403011031. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.