| Marker Number |
2680 |
| Atlas Number |
5107002680 |
| Marker Title |
J. J. Pierce |
| Index Entry |
Pierce, J. J. |
| Address |
US 82 |
| City |
Crosbyton |
| County |
Crosby |
| UTM Zone |
14 |
| UTM Easting |
294954 |
| UTM Northing |
3726440 |
| Subject Codes |
sheriffs; local law enforcement officer |
| Marker Year |
1967 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
No |
| Marker Location |
Crosbyton Cemetery, US 82 E side between CR 209 and CR 213. Grave is in west section of the cemetery. |
| Private Property |
|
| Marker Condition |
|
| Marker Size |
grave marker |
| Marker Text |
Born at Blum, Texas. Became Sheriff of Crosby County in January 1947. Was killed in line of duty while arresting a bootlegger at Ralls, Texas. Dedicated to enforcement of law--a man of quiet courage and fearless character. Father of eight children. Recorded - 1967 |
