De La Ossa Family Cemetery Foundation
Historic Family Cemetery & Chapel in Lochiel, AZ
We are dedicated to protecting the De La Ossa Family Cemetery & Chapel by honoring our pioneers through preservation, family connection, and shared history.
Family LegacySouthern Arizona HeritageLochiel, AZ HistorySacred Burial GroundsPreserving Our Roots
“Honoring those who came before us, so future generations never forget where they came from.”
Preserving History & Protecting Legacy
The De La Ossa Family
Cemetery Foundation
The De La Ossa Family Cemetery Foundation is a nonprofit organization rooted in the preservation of a historic family cemetery and chapel in Lochiel, Arizona near Patagonia. Established through a legacy dating back to the early 1900s, our mission is to protect this sacred burial ground, celebrate the heritage of Southern Arizona pioneers, and provide a place for family members to connect, remember, and honor those who came before us.
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1902
First burial of Antonio M. F. De La Ossa (patriarch) -
1911
Land claim granted by President William H. Taft -
1938
Burial of Carolina Llanos De La Ossa (matriarch) -
1955
(circa) Building of Chapel by family members -
2024
Formation of nonprofit foundation -
Today
Ongoing preservation and family engagement efforts
Guidance, Access & Preservation For Future Generations
Past, Present, and Future Family Connections
Family Events & Gatherings
Explore past reunions, upcoming family gatherings, and community events that continue to strengthen the De La Ossa family legacy.
Board Of Directors
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Your support helps maintain the De La Ossa Family Cemetery, preserve our historic chapel, and ensure this sacred place in Lochiel remains for future generations.
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Join us in preserving the De La Ossa family legacy, honoring our ancestors, building a lasting connection for future generations and beyond.