The Burnt Church cemetery, Circa 1830, in Richmond Hill, Georgia, has been a place of solace and sacred serenity for families since the 1800s. 

This cemetery, surrounded by natural beauty, has served as a refuge where wildlife roam freely and families find peace in its wooded tranquility. Many come to this cemetery not only to grieve but to draw strength and understanding from the serenity it offers. It has been chosen by families as the final resting place for their children, parents, siblings, and even ancestors buried in unmarked graves.

The proposed gas station brings a looming threat of noise and constant traffic, which would shatter the peace and disrupt the emotional fabric of this sacred place. There is already a gas station located directly across the street, making this proposed project both unnecessary and redundant.

The community values and historical significance of this location should be held in the highest regard. A new gas station would not only mar the landscape but erode the sanctity and quietude that families and visitors have sought for generations.

Join us in urging the Bryan County Board of Commissioners to preserve this cherished site’s tranquility and honor its historical significance by denying the zoning change request from Parker’s Kitchen and gas station. Your support is crucial to protect this place of peace for current and future generations.

Please sign this petition to prevent the disruption of a sanctuary that has offered comfort and serenity to so many.