The Starrville Cemetery, Smith County, Texas is designated as an historical cemetery by the Texas Historical Commission. The Starrville Cemetery probably started around 1853, with the earliest marked grave dated March 1855. Today, there are over 500 marked graves in the cemetery and a great number of unmarked and unidentified graves. 

Generations of our families have been laid to rest at Starrville Cemetery and we visit to pay respects to ancestors, place flags for veterans, and remember the loved ones gone before us. Starrville Cemetery Association (Starrville Cemetery Foundation, Inc.) was formed in 1977 as a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide for the upkeep and maintenance of the cemetery for future generations.  

We appreciate your interest in the cemetery and hope you will consider showing your support by joining our mailing list and making a donation today. 

Navigating STARRVILLE CEMETERY Respectfully

Keep ALL vehicles to the driveway and circle!
Do not park in the southern part of the cemetery to the right of the driveway. There are now many burials in this area, but they are not all marked. 

Gravesite areas should only be trafficked on foot to avoid damaging graves, stones, and terrain. This rule applies to absolutely all cemetery visitors! Designated gravesite areas are not safe for motor vehicles. Remember, many graves in Starrville Cemetery are unmarked, or markers are not easily seen, and new graves are occupied each year. 

• Plan for the weather. Attendees should bring necessary items such as water, hat, fan, and something to sit on during the meeting.

• Send your annual donations and updated contact information. As spring arrives, we invite you to help care for our cemetery. Making an annual donation to Starrville Cemetery Association is a wonderful way to honor your loved ones and contribute to maintaining these peaceful grounds. Your support keeps our historical cemetery a serene site for memorial services and reflection. You may choose to send your annual donation conveniently through PayPal on our website or alternatively via a check by mail. Thank you sincerely for continuing to support our efforts. Together, we can ensure the longevity, maintenance, and reverence of this community landmark for generations to come.

• A friendly parking reminder to all visitors, please take care to park along the sides of the driveway when visiting Starrville Cemetery. We kindly ask that no vehicles are driven or parked on unmarked graves in order to respect the integrity of our grounds and the individuals interred here. Notably, the southern section of the cemetery now houses numerous occupied and unmarked graves. Please also help spread the word among all who accompany you during your visit. Thank you for your understanding and adherence to these parking guidelines.

• For detailed information, we encourage you to review the 2026 annual letter, cemetery guidelines and map.

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