Agapito De Leon (1808-1836)
Evergreen Cemetery - North Vine & West Red River Streets
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Born in Texas; fourth son ofEmpresario Don Martin De Leon, founder of De Leon Colony and City of Victoria. Agapito De Leon was active in the colony's affairs, a Texas patriot during the War for Independence from Mexico, a skilled Indian fighter, engaged in cattle, horse, and mule business. He was assassinated by Mabry ("Mustang") Gray, leader of a gang systematically robbing Texans of Mexican descent, after close of War for Independence.