In 1856, a tragic incident forever shaped the landscape near Dallas. The Trees Cemetery Plaque, standing as a silent witness, marks the spot where a family’s grief gave rise to a lasting memorial. Crawford Trees, an Illinois native, arrived in Texas in 1845. He married Anna Kimmel the following year. Crawford sought fortune in the California Gold Rush, returning in 1851 with enough wealth to purchase a vast 5,458-acre tract. The Trees family, with their growing brood of ten children, became prominent landowners. They generously donated land for a school and church, fostering community growth. Tragedy struck on August 21, 1856. Anna’s brother, Philip Kimmel, and their friend William Stiles were killed in a shooting. Overwhelmed by grief, the Trees family established a cemetery on their land. This marked the somber beginnings of Trees Cemetery, initially intended as a family burial ground. The Trees Cemetery Plaque commemorates not only this tragic event but also the resilience of the Trees family. The cemetery became the final resting place for family and friends. It is a testament to the deep roots they established in the burgeoning Texas landscape. The Trees Cemetery, maintained by a family association, continues to serve as an active burial ground for descendants, a poignant link to the family’s enduring legacy.
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