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Annual fundraiser for Union Cemetery set May 4
By Mickey Hill, Union Cemetery Committee
May 4, 2025
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Ravenna, Texas -- The annual fundraiser for the Union Cemetery will be held Sunday, May 4 at the Union Baptist Church in Ravenna.

BBQ with all the trimmings will be served 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. A church service will follow at 3:00 p.m.

Donations are needed for the upkeep of Belfountain, Siloam and New Union Cemeteries.

If you are unable to attend, donations may be mailed to:
Union Cemetery
c/o Curtis Brown
393 CR 1145
Ravenna TX 75476

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