Brainerd Mission Cemetery

Anderson Memorial Gardens in Ringgold, GA is one of the oldest cemeteries in the area, dating back to the days of the Native American mound builders. It is the final resting place for many of the community's earliest and most notable citizens, including Cherokees, slaves, and Confederate soldiers. The cemetery is maintained by the Nathan Anderson Cemetery Perpetual Care Trust Fund, Inc., and encompasses 10 acres of land. In addition to its historical significance, Anderson Memorial Gardens also includes various Anderson cemeteries that hold thousands of graves of individuals who played important roles in the history of Ringgold, Catoosa County, Georgia, and the United States. Notable figures buried here include Confederate Captain William J. Whitsitt, who was involved in the Great Locomotive Chase during the Civil War. The cemetery relies on donations to cover the costs of maintenance and welcomes contact from individuals with loved ones or ancestors buried there.Generated from the website