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Researchers are reminded to be respectful before entering a cemetery that lies on private land.  Always ask permission from the owner before entering their property.

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SHADE TOWNSHIP

GOHN-WILT CEMETERY

TOPO# 23

LOCATION/ADDRESS:

DIRECTIONS: From intersection of Rt 30 and Rt 160 at Reels Corner, take Rt 30 W, turn right onto Ridge Rd. At “Y” where Ridge Rd intersects with School Rd, go right on School Rd, then right on Huskins Rd, go 0.9 mi. Park on gravel road or turn in left and follow path for approximately 250 yds to cemetery. Approximately 75-80 graves.

INFO SOURCE: Meyersdale Public Library

WPA - AKA:

LATTITUDE: 40 07 36N
LONGITUDE: 78 51 16W

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Nicely kept. Cemetery has a local reputation for being haunted.

View of Gohn-Wilt Cemetery

Charles Alber Gohn gravestone, Gohn-Wilt Cemetery

Edward Wilt gravestone, Gohn-Wilt Cemetery

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