The Cowboy Cemetery Association of McCullough County will hold their annual meeting and workday at the cemetery on Saturday, April 17th, 2010.

The Historic Cowboy Cemetery was established in 1885 and depends on volunteers to help with the clean up of the cemetery. Members are asked to bring their own tools and to wear work clothes. A barbecue lunch will be provided by the association at 12:00 noon. The association will also provide the ice, food, plates, eating utensils, and condiments. Attendees are asked to please bring their own desserts and drinks.

A business meeting will be held after the meal with the election of vice president and one director for a three year term. Beautification of the flag pole and the Historic Marker will be discussed.

Donations may be made to the association at any time by mailing them to The Cowboy Cemetery Association, P. O. Box 552, Brownwood, Texas 76804.

The cemetery is located northeast of Placid off Farm Road 1028 near the San Saba County line. A sign indicating the location of the cemetery is placed at the turn-off to the cemetery.

For more information please contact Karen Fair, Treasurer, at 325 998-0658. Officers of the Cowboy Cemetery Association are: Ken Barr, President; Alvin Bolton, Vice President; Karen Fair, Treasurer; Janie Johnson, Secretary; Gloria Barr, Director; Diane Davis, Director; and Jerry Jones, Director.