Hero Tree
4939 Beechnut Street
Houston , 77096
Directions: Marker site is on south side of Beechnut at Meyerland Plaza, approx. two tenths mile west of 610 West Loop South; next to parking lot entrance at the BBVA Compass Bank, approx. 50 yards prior to Endicott Lane
Key Time Period: 1946 - Present
Corretions/New Research:
Marker Text: A living memorial dedicated to Capt. Gary L. Herod
AO 1907832
149th Fighter Group (AD) Texas Air National Guard, Kelly AFB, Texas
Who died a hero on March 15, 1961 staying with and guiding his falling jet plane away from the populus Meyerland-Westbury area
Dedicated Memorial Day May 30, 1961
Marker Type: Shield on granite
Historical Org: 03 Other
Key Map Information: 531 Q
GPS Coordinates: 29 41.347, 95 27.836
Precinct No: 3
Marker No: 00247