Beasley Drive
Named for Crockett Mayors: Dr. S.T. Beasley (1840-1916), John Gordon Beasley (1888-1959), and Jack Gordon Beasley (1916-1967). In office 1897 to 1901, Dr. Beasley led in creation of Crockett Independent School District, put gas lights on court square. His son "Big Jack" (Mayor 1936-40, in Texas Centennial era) saw creation of David Crockett Park and Memorial Building as fulfillment of dreams. Following lead of grandfather and father, Jack Gordon Beasley (Mayor, 1954-60) led in expansion of lighting and other physical improvements. Besides their mayor programs, each achieved other civic goals.
31.3087° N, 95.4534° W
Where to Find It
Beasley Memorial Drive, Davy Crockett Park
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi W Davy Crockett Memorial Park Crockett
- 0.1 mi W Andrew Edwards Gossett Crockett
- 0.6 mi N First Baptist Church of Crockett Crockett
- 0.6 mi NW Houston County Courthouse Crockett
- 0.6 mi N First Methodist Church Crockett
- 0.6 mi NW Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church Crockett