‘KC cemetery man” implements new way of preservation to 19th century cemetery

By Leah Rainwater

Kurt Jordan, also known as the “KC cemetery man” found a unique way to remember those buried in a local 19th century cemetery.

After learning that his great-great grandfather was buried in Greenwick Cemetery, located in Amazonia, Missouri, Jordan made the preservation of the cemetery his personal project.

After restoring numerous headstones, Jordan wanted to make the cemetery more widely known.

Through utilizing Quick Response Code technology, Jordan conceptualized a way for anyone to come and learn the history of those buried at Greenwick Cemetery.

“Individuals that visit Greenwick would learn something about, you know, the stories behind these headstones and really bring these individuals to life,” said Jordan.

With the help of local genealogist, Monica Eshelman, the two were able to finish the QR code project in about a year.

“It’s much more than just headstones out here,” said Jordan. “It’s the life and times and just the history, the rich history of Northwest Missouri and these individuals that help establish this area.”

Jordan and Eshelman were able to piece together the individuals buried in the cemetery through the help of local resources, including the Andrew County Historical Society.

For more information about the Greenwick Cemetery visit the website at https://www.greenwickcemetery.com or for more information about Kurt Jordan and Monica Eshelman’s QR Code project visit Jordan’s website at www.kccemeteryman.com.