7/13/2022
8/4/2000
8/4/2000
7/13/2022
Landmark information
- Location:
Hwy 88 (PM 61.3), 10.5 mi W of Kirkwood - Plaque:
Other Plaque - Site:
Existing - Date First Visited:
8/4/2000 - Date Most Recently Visited:
7/13/2022 - GPS Coordinates:
N 38 37.912, W 120 10.278
About this landmark
Plaque text:
Broken dreams and hope, carried 2000 miles through scorching deserts and over lofty mountains. At last... the sight of the promise land. Those of you who visit this grave carry a torch of love and hope (which this young girl lost), and pass it on, to generations unborn.
Rechall Melton was laid to rest here, on a cold and frosty morning, Oct. 4, 1850. Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.