Evers Family Cemetery Plaque

Nestled within a quiet neighborhood near Bandera Road in San Antonio, the Evers Family Cemetery Plaque whispers tales of resilience and remembrance. This plaque, a testament to the enduring spirit of pioneer families, stands as a gateway to a captivating past. The Evers Family Cemetery Plaque commemorates Claus and Johanna Evers and their children, Christian and Christina, who journeyed from Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, to Texas in 1855. They eventually settled in this area in 1874. The Evers Family Cemetery itself originated in 1877 under heartbreaking circumstances. A woman traveling through the area fell ill and died at the Evers home, marking the first burial on their land. Tragedy struck again in 1877 when Anna Wehmeyer, the infant child of Christina Evers Wehmeyer Braendle, was laid to rest in the burgeoning cemetery. Over the years, the cemetery became the final resting place for generations of Evers and Braendle descendants. The plaque, erected in 1990, serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships and triumphs of these pioneer families who shaped the area’s history. The cemetery, while peaceful now, holds echoes of lives lived, loves lost, and the enduring bonds of family. The Evers Family Cemetery Plaque invites you to reflect on the legacy of those who came before, their contributions to the community, and the enduring power of remembrance.