Smith Memorial Chapel Mortuary

The Hiram Brooks House
515 North Burnett Avenue
Denison, Texas
July 2010

For many years, beginning in 1971, this property housed the Smith Memorial Chapel Mortuary, operated by James E. and Barbara Smith. A chapel was added at the north end of the former residence. This funeral home primarily served Denison's African American population. The 1994 City Directory lists Carolyn Mumphrey as funeral director. As of July 30, 2010, there was a sign in the yard reading
"R. A. Pipkins Chapel and Mercy Mansion."