James Azle Steward
​(1831-1889)

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Marker Text: ​Tennessee native James Azle Steward came to Texas prior to 1860. He and his wife, Mary E. Fowler Steward, were among the early settlers of this area. Steward was a well-known, respected pioneer physician. The settlement, which had been known by several different names at various times, was renamed Azle when Dr. Steward gave land for a townsite in 1883. He was also instrumental in the establishment of Ash Creek Cemetery. Azle Christian Church was built on land donated by the doctor. A Mason, he was buried in Ash Creek Cemetery. (1986) 

Marker No: 2713

18 x 28 Aluminum Subject Marker 

Geographic: ​32° 53.478′ N, 97° 32.588′ W

Location: 124 W Main Street, Azle