Consider the lives of Pasadena’s early settlers as we gather here. We are standing at the Crown Hill Cemetery Plaque. It marks a place of rest and remembrance. This plaque tells a story of community and heritage.
Permanent settlement began around 1891. Lot sales in Pasadena started in 1893. The town was officially platted three years later. Burials occurred around 1894, though their exact locations are unknown.
This graveyard started in 1906. It was originally known as Pasadena Cemetery. It was the town’s only community burial ground. E. P. Pomeroy was the first person buried here. He died on October 24, 1906.
Many early settlers and community leaders rest here. Veterans of the Civil War, Spanish American War, World War I, and World War II are interred here. After World War I, the graveyard became Crown Hill Cemetery. This name may come from its closeness to the Crown Central Refinery. It was also called the Mexican Cemetery. Many Mexican-American farmers were buried here beginning in the 1920s.
Industrial development surrounds Crown Hill Cemetery. Yet, it remains a link to the area’s pioneer heritage. The Texas Historical Commission recognized its significance in 1991. This marker ensures the stories of those interred are remembered.
Crown Hill Cemetery Plaque reminds us of Pasadena’s past. It connects us to the people who shaped this community. Take a moment to reflect on their lives and legacies. Remember their contributions to our shared history. This place stands as a testament to their enduring spirit.