This is the grave of Lucindy Rollins who died in 1849. The grave site was subsequently lost, a not uncommon fate for most of the graves, along the trail what with the turbulence of subsequent years and the activities of the fauna in the area. The grave was rediscovered in 1934, largely thanks to William E. Smith, Jr. who uncovered the original gravestone close to the site while out on a duck-hunting expedition. The stone was partially covered by soil, but nevertheless Smith was able to read some of the inscription carved thereupon. It's now in the local museum.
Lucindy Rollins, who it is believed started her journey from Dayton, Ohio. She was probably heading for California. Her cause of death is unknown.
This grave is overlooking the North Platte River which is a beautiful place to be buried...
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