Smith, Thomas Jefferson

Morton Cemetery
Richmond

Year Marker Erected: 1967
Location: 300 block of N 2nd St.
Marker Size: Grave Marker
Repairs: Good

Marker Text:
Born in Virginia 1808, reared in Georgia. Fought in Texas War for Independence, 1836, under James W. Fannin at Refugio Mission. Captured at Goliad, was spared to repair guns for Mexican Army. Escaped during Battle of San Jacinto. Settled in Richmond after the war; owned blacksmith shop, hotel, livery stable. Sheriff of Fort Bend County 1853-1857. Married twice and father of eight; he died Feb. 16, 1890.