The Pearson-Todd Cemetery is a typical example of a small family burial ground. Hiram Pearson, patriarch of the Pearson family, was buried here after moving to Rutherford County from Pittsylvania County, Virginia. His tombstone is the right-most large obelisk. Of particular interest on the obelisk is the stonecarver's signature located on the bottom right side of the base. Note the misspelling of "moved", with the inclusion of the extra "o". This wasn't an uncommon occurrence, as headstones were expensive and to correct the mistake would have been an additional cost to the family. --Rutherford County Cemeteries Driving Tour.