Leary, Georgia is located in the Southwest Georgia county of Calhoun. The town’s population is just over 500. Next to the town center are two striking houses owned by the Jordan family. The green and red makes them pop, especially in an early morning sunny day. Tax records indicate the red house was built in 1890, and the green one is 1940.
Located in the Morgan Methodist Church Cemetery, these two monuments exemplify typical Victorian statuary. It’s typical to see a monument with downcast eyes. The wreath represents eternal life and immortality. It can also represent victory over death.
Seashells can represent spiritual protection. It’s a common motif seen on the graves of children.
Mamie Sheppard’s (1888-1912) monument is located in Salem Cemetery in Calhoun County. This monument is either a copy done by many monument companies, or the company churned out many. I’ve documented this monument in several cemeteries across the state of Georgia.
