The Lake Como Community Cemetery has recently been recognized by the Texas Historical Commission (THC) for its historical significance to the state of Texas. Honored with an Official Historic Texas Cemetery Marker (HTC), the Lake Como Cemetery stands as a testament to the community's heritage and Texas' past.

In a nod to its importance, a dedication ceremony is scheduled for July 6 at 10 a.m. at 5801 Helmick Ave., it will be followed by a reception at the Como Community Center. An array of speakers, including Como community members and Tarrant County Historic and Genealogical Society members, are set to address attendees, the City of Forth Worth reported.

Cemeteries like Lake Como provide a window into the history of Texas, offering insights into past events, religions, and lifestyles that have shaped the state. Yet with ongoing development and the passage of time, these crucial pieces of history often face risks of neglect and destruction.

The THC's Historic Texas Cemetery designation is a crucial step in conserving these spaces, by marking cemetery boundaries within county deed records to inform current, and future landowners about the adjacent historic sites, as highlighted by the City of Forth Worth.

The Lake Como Cemetery, still actively serving the community, is located in the 5800 block of Helmick Avenue near Bryant Irvin Road, just north of Vickery Boulevard.