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Notable Births & Deaths for Old Shongaloo ...

Below is our list of notable people who were born, died or were buried in the area surrounding Old Shongaloo. Please note that while we are collecting data on an ongoing basis, it's a big task and it's unlikely that our list will ever be more than a sample.

  • Travis Calvin 'Stonewall' Jackson     (Major League Baseball)
    • Find-A-Grave Memorial for Travis Calvin 'Stonewall' Jackson<1>
    • He was born in Waldo (AR) on November 2, 1903 (a Monday) and died in Waldo (AR) on July 27, 1987 (a Monday).
    • Waldo is located in Columbia County and is 24 miles [38.6 km] to the north of Old Shongaloo (which is located in Webster Parish).
    • Waldo is located in Columbia County and is 24 miles [38.6 km] to the north of Old Shongaloo (which is located in Webster Parish).
    • At the time of his death, he was 83.
    • He is buried at Waldo Cemetery, located 23 miles [37 km] to the north of Old Shongaloo. The cemetery is located in Columbia County, Arkansas.
    • Google driving directions:
    • From your current location to Waldo Cemetery (Patience, this may take a moment).
    • From Old Shongaloo to Waldo Cemetery
  • Percy Mayfield     (Songwriter)
  • Bobby Thompson     (Professional football)

Footnotes ...

<1>The Find-a-Grave website is an excellent research tool with information about a cemetery's location and interments. They also offer a forum for their members which can provide additional help. More information about Find-a-Grave can be found on their website: findagrave.com.