It’s about time! The Cherry Creek Cemetery received a new sign, courtesy of the Cherry Creek Cemetery Committee.

At the request of Teresa Jones, resident of Cherry Creek, a member of the Cemetery Committee offered the steel materials to make a sign. With the talents of Jennifer and Mike Hodges of Elizabeth, Colorado (visitors of the Werk Family), the metal sheet was lettered and plasma-cut. The frame was welded and posts measured and cut with the help of Rob Broadhead. The sign was set in place by the committee, with special attention from Teresa and Brig Jones.

The cemetery was established in 1865 by early pioneers and built in a beautiful spot in the foothills of southern Oneida County. Since there is no water available in the area, there is no grass. With the efforts of the late Cleland Jones and others, a fence was erected around the cemetery to protect the graves from cattle, and a flag pole was placed.

There are approximately 113 graves with one being the final resting place of Brandon Jones, son of Brig and Teresa Jones.

Hopefully, when the 9/11 Day of Service comes, there will be a group of kind and loving Oneida County residents that will gather at the Cherry Creek Cemetery to offer their help to freshen things up. Weeds need to be pulled, gravel needs replacement, headstones cleaned and repairs made.

Rob Broadhead is the current Committee Chairman and more information will be forthcoming.