Henry Ford
A native of Virginia, Henry Ford (c. 1845-1910) came to Texas in 1869 and worked as a cowboy on several central Texas ranches. He settled in Brownwood in 1876 and served several terms as county clerk and as a city councilman. A respected civic leader, he was influential in bringing the Santa Fe Railroad to Brownwood. He supported educational efforts in the city, and through his work as a banker and businessman was instrumental in Brownwood's growth. Three times married, he was the father of ten children, five of whom survived to adulthood. (1994)
31.7052° N, 98.9971° W
Where to Find It
Greenleaf Cemetery, north section, US 377, Brownwood
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi W Charlie Webb and John Wesley Hardin Brownwood
- 0.1 mi NW Greenleaf Cemetery Brownwood
- 0.3 mi S Robert E. Howard Brownwood
- 0.8 mi S Adams-Shaw House Brownwood
- 0.9 mi NE Veda Wells Hodge Brownwood
- 1.1 mi NE Howard Payne University Brownwood