Juanita Daniel Zachry Remembered

abilenet August 3rd, 2008

I’ve just learned of the loss of Juanita Daniel Zachry. Mrs. Zachry was the premier historian for Abilene and Taylor County, an author of many other stories in books and magazines, and by all accounts a wonderful person. I never had the chance to meet Mrs. Zachry but her books on local history inspired me, in part, to learn more about Abilene and Taylor County and to consider sharing those stories with folks outside the immediate area. There is no person that has contributed more to local history than Mrs. Zachry. Her loss will be felt by many in the area and around the world.
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