Louisa Renshaw Covey
Born in Philadelphia; married Dr. J.V.E. Covey, Baptist minister and teacher, in 1845. They came to Texas during the 1850's as missionary-teachers. Regarded by her associates as a gifted instructor, Mrs. Covey aided her husband in founding and operating three colleges. In 1857 they established Alma Institute at Hallettsville; then during the Civil War, Concrete College near Cuero; an in 1881, McMullen College at Tilden. Recorded -- 1969
28.4530° N, 98.5425° W
Where to Find It
Located in Hilltop Cemetery; take local road off of Highway 16 two blocks south of intersection with Highway 72. Follow road to top of hill to cemetery, Tilden.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N John Swanson Yarbrough Tilden
- 0.6 mi NW Old McMullen College Tilden
- 0.7 mi NW Dog Town Jail
- 0.7 mi NW Boot Hill Cemetery
- 0.7 mi NW Moses William Hindes
- 0.7 mi NW Tilden