Texas Ranger and Sheriff Capt. Will L. Wright
(February 10, 1868-March 7, 1942) A fearless, colorful, cultured man whose honesty and diplomacy often prevented bloodshed. An 1890s Wilson County Deputy Sheriff. In Frontier Battalion, Texas Rangers. Sheriff, Wilson County, 1902-1917. At request of Texas Adjutant-General, he organized and commanded Co. D, Texas Rangers, 1918-1939. Gained great fame along Rio Grande. Married Mary Ann Brown. Their seven children included two who became law officers. Recorded, 1967
29.1260° N, 98.1458° W
Where to Find It
Floresville Cemetery, 1 mile south of Floresville on SH 181. Grave is in northeast section.
Nearby Markers
- 0.9 mi NW James Charles Wilson Floresville
- 0.9 mi NW Wilson County Floresville
- 0.9 mi NW Wilson County Courthouse Floresville
- 0.9 mi NW The Flores de Abrego Family and Floresville Floresville
- 0.9 mi NW Captain Will Wright Floresville
- 1 mi NW White House Café and Saloon Floresville