Goodlett Cemetery Committee

The Foundation established the Goodlett Cemetery Committee in August 2020 for purposes of identifying specific needs or project ideas at the Goodlett Cemetery, in coordination with the Goodlett Cemetery Association.  The Goodlett Cemetery is located in western Hardeman County, approximately ten miles west of Quanah.  The cemetery was established in the early 1900s and is officially recognized by the Texas Historical Commission as a Historic Texas Cemetery.  The Goodlett Cemetery Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was established in 1947. 

To learn more about the Goodlett Cemetery, visit goodlettcemeterytx.org​.

Grain Bin Gazebo - Phase One

The E. Eugene Johnson Memorial Foundation is honored to announce the completion of Phase 1 of the Grain Bin Gazebo at the Historic Goodlett Cemetery. This unique & meaningful addition to the cemetery would not have been possible without the generosity, hard work & dedication of so many who worked in advance of & during the Thanksgiving holiday. We extend our deepest gratitude to all those involved who helped bring this vision to life to create a beautiful space for reflection & remembrance.
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As we celebrate this milestone, we eagerly look forward to Phase 2, slated for spring 2025. Together, we are honoring our loved ones & building a lasting legacy. If you wish to donate, please keep us in mind as we work to finalize this most recent beautification project.

Grain Bin Gazebo Initiative 

We are excited to announce a unique and heartfelt project: constructing a Grain Bin Gazebo at the Goodlett Cemetery. This beautiful addition will serve as a serene gathering place for families and visitors, providing a space for reflection and connection while honoring the memory of those who rest there.

We need your support to bring this vision to life. Regardless of size, every donation will make a significant difference and help us move closer to our goal.

The EEJMF is committed to enhancing public spaces across Quanah and Hardeman County, Texas, enriching the quality of life for residents through parks, cemeteries, and museums. The Grain Bin Gazebo at Goodlett Cemetery embodies our mission by transforming a simple idea into a cherished community asset.
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We would like to invite you to join us in this effort. Your generous donation will go directly towards constructing and completing the gazebo, ensuring it stands as a testament to our community’s spirit and love for those who came before us.

Entrance Enhancement Initiative 

In August 2021, after meeting with the Goodlett Cemetery Association, the E. Eugene Johnson Memorial Foundation announced plans for a project to enhance the entryway at the Goodlett Cemetery.  The Foundation had formed a committee to work in conjunction with the Goodlett Cemetery Association, which included Jeanne Johnson, Chair, Machelle Davenport, Missy Wilson, Jane Wilson-Ragan, and Claudia Stockstill. 
 
This group set out to finalize plans for the entryway, which included ensuring the existing archway was maintained and adjusting the initial plans to add stone structures to complement each side of the archway.  The majority of the work has been recently completed, and additional steps will soon be completed to add new signage to one side of the new entry.
 
The Foundation would like to thank the community for its support with this project including all of those who donated their time and provided their financial support through donations to the Foundation and specifically for this project.  Andy Brandon and the Goodlett Cemetery Association worked closely with the committee members with the Foundation in a truly collaborative manner.  The Foundation would also like to thank Trent Tabor and Jason Smith for doing most of the heavy lifting as well as Steven Sparkman for his resources.
 
One of the most exciting aspects of this project is the materials used themselves.  The stones used to build the new entryway all were donated by the Woodrow Wilson Family and have historical ties to the Wheatland community. It was important to the committee that the new structure have its roots in the local area, and these local resources provided the perfect opportunity to meet that goal. 
 
For those not familiar with it, the Goodlett Cemetery is located in western Hardeman County, approximately ten miles west of Quanah. The cemetery was established in the early 1900s and is officially recognized by the Texas Historical Commission as a Historic Texas Cemetery. The Goodlett Cemetery Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was established in 1947.

Completed, Sunday, May 22, 2022