In 1902 a group of interested local citizens banded together to form The Fair Oaks Cemetery Association. The group purchased two and a half acres at Olive and New York Avenues for $250.00 for a community burial ground. 
The Cemetery Association was incorporated November 3, 1903.
The Cemetery Association was incorporated November 3, 1903.
In 1926, a large majority of citizens petitioned the county for a taxing district. Thus the Fair Oaks Cemetery District was formed August 28, 1926 as a Public Cemetery, by resolution of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors.
Two of the earliest burials at the Fair Oaks Cemetery are Lillian Maude Shelton and Nellie Williams, who both died in 1898. The first "official" burial was that of Mrs. Sarah Vail in 1903.
Of the many veterans buried in the Fair Oaks Cemetery, there are about a dozen who saw service in the Civil War.
Much appreciated. This history of this cemetery is amazing. My father is buried here, saw his headstone as you flew over in your video. This beautiful, tranquil place always brings me peace when I visit with my Dad. Thank you for posting.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the video and the history. I live near it and always felt the sight of fresh flowers on a newly dug grave was a good reminder to be grateful for being alive.
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