Modesto's Pioneer Graves & Scandals Revealed

Come along as Jeff visits graves of some of the historical figures buried in Modesto's three side-by-side cemeteries. He will also discuss the scandalous lawsuit over Hughson town founder's estate and the real identity of Robert McHenry, one of Modesto's more prominent early-day pioneers.

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[CCrispyyy]

When your hometown is recommended on YouTube 😂 didn’t expect that.

[Rollingzoku]

Didn't expect to see my town pop up on recommended videos

[patriciarenteria]

All the years I lived in Modesto I never looked up the history and also I have some of those bricks when that building had gotten torn down, and my brother is resting in Acacia cemetery ty for the history lesson 🙂

[MrMonkeyGeorge]

I love how you really put the time and effort in giving us a history lesson. I wish more reporters were like you and just gave us the facts. I've been watching your old videos for awhile now and I can't get enough of our local history.

[anthonywillet]

Thanks Jeff, I’ve lived in Modesto since I was three years old, I am now 58. I used to ride my bike with my buddies to the graveyard at night and I remember that headstone that stated” I told you I was sick”… LOL those facts about Mr. McHenry or should I say Brewster I had never heard before. Interesting… I was one of the fortunate few who used to cruise McHenry back in the day. Graduated from Downey high. Thanks again Jeff, you did a great job with the history lesson.

[ravensbrood]

Jeff, You missed the grave of Joseph Sr and Assunta Gallo, parents of Ernest and Julio Gallo, they're buried in the Catholic section. Joe Sr shot and killed Assunta because he believed that she was involved with another man, interesting story..

[pamelalovespoetry]

This was really awesome to watch. I was raised in Modesto and my grandpa is buried in this cemetery, in front of the little building in the background where the flag is. My mom was a professional seamstress and though I'm not sure how she met the woman that was living in that little building, she began sewing for her when I was a little girl. I'm thinking this was a caretaker. On one occasion the woman asked my mom is she would like to go in the room where they kept coffins, and try one out. I believe that was the last my mom sewed any clothes for her lol I think she was just a very friendly woman. There's a lot of history there. I really enjoy your videos!!

[stabbincabbincowbboy]

You Made That Old Cemetery Come Back To Life -Great History 🤠🇺🇸👍🏻

[robroiboi]

Your videos are so well researched and presented, they are a pleasure to watch. You make the seemingly boring subject of history to some, very interesting viewing for all.

[C.Peters.]

When it's finally something positive to come out to Modesto...
Loved this video! Was in the recommended section and glad it was. I can't wait to watch more of your videos!!

[ronfreeze]

My Girlfriend lived in a house with the back fence facing the Cemetery ... I would venture over there to see the who was at rest .. There were three young boys who passed away at same time if I remember right caught my interest two brothers and another boy .. all buried together .. What happened? .. A head stone that read "I told you I was sick" ....

[georgesawtooth]

My grand dad lost his arm in a farming accident. Must be a terrifying experience. I love the episodes featuring lot of history and for the most part beautifully landscaped. Top notch video and I appreciate this excellent channel!!!

[LadyLegz]

Geez. Born and raised here in Modesto and didn't know any of this other than the story of Robert McHenry. I think everyone from Modesto knows about him. This was great!! Thanks!

[randysalles]

Love how these stories intertwine with other stories like the one with wyatt earp and the lusitania...fascinating jeff!

[halhunter]

Jeff, I really enjoyed this video. Learned a lot about our local history.

[kgobrien]

I enjoy learning about the people and regional history of Northern California. Keep up the great work. Thanks

[Dee-Eddy]

Around the corner from my house. Man, this is fascinating

[modestoca]

Very interesting video, thank you for doing one on the Modesto area. It's actually a quite haunted cemetery, as are Wood Colony, Burwood and Lakewood Cemeteries among some others in the 209 and the old hospital across the street from Acacia is too.

[SideEyeNick]

Love your video!
I was born and raised in Modesto and heard a lot of stories from my dad. One in particular was about a shooting that took place at a burger joint called "Burgess Drive-In". Identified as "Mel's" in the movie "American Graffiti".

[danavinyard]

Jeff I grew up in Modesto many years ago ! Thank you for your research and digging deep into the history of Modesto ! I love history and am a new fan of your videos ! Greetings from Coeur d'Alene, Idaho !