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1º Manuscript of the Rev. George Paull Torrence, contributed to the " Fair- field County" History.
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Long Hall Burying-place at Trumbull.
Anna P., Daughter of Clinton & Amelia Angevine, Died April 20, 1886, Æ. 12 yrs. 5 mos. Asleep in Jesus.
Mary Hayden, Infant of Ransom & H. Clarissa Ballou, Died Oct. 20, 1859.
In memory of
Mrs. Rebekah Bassett, wife of Mr. Jonadab Bassett, who died Sept. 7, 1794, in the 84th year of her age.
David Beach, Born Jan. 27, 1785 ; Died Sept. 30, 1847.
Abigail Fayerweather, wife of David Beach, Born 1797 ; Died Jan. 16, 1830.
Ruth Bulkley, 24 wife of David Beach, Born Jan. 9, 1800 ; Died July 21, 1880.
Ephraim W. Beach Died Sept. 23, 1874. 2. 87 Yrs. 8 mo.
Dorothy Beach Died Feb. 18, 1876, Æ. 88 Yrs. 7 mo.
In memory of
Mr. Jabez Beach, who died Sept. 10th, 1806, in the 86 year of his age.
In memory of Mrs. Mary Beach, wife of Mr. Jabez Beach, who died July 13th, 1788, In the 62ª year of her age.
In memory of Mrs. Eunice Beach, 2ª wife of Mr. Jabez Beach, who died Nov" 21"1, 1806, in the 84th year of her age. In memory of Jabez Beach, who died Jan. 15, 1835, aged 75.
In memory of Parthenia Beach, relict of Jabez Beach, who died July 24, 1840, aged 78.
In memory of Mr. James Beach, who departed this life Mar. 4th, 1788, in the 34th year of his age.
BEACH. [A MONUMENT.] West Side. James E. Beach Caroline E., His Wife
North Side. William E. Beuch Died May 19, 1874, aged 27 years.
Marietta, daughter of Baldwin and Sally Ann Beach, died March 15, 1855, A. 4 yrs 5 mo. & 12 days. Death has laid a loved one low, And must I ever weep ? Because my savior called her home Within his arms to sleep.
Martha Augusta, Wife of William E. Beach, Born Nov. 16, 1842, Died Nov. 10, 1871. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God."
Reuben W. Beach Died May I, 1874, E. 52 Yrs. 5 Mo. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. Sarah S. Beach Died Jan. 15, 1862, Æ. 29 Yrs. "There is rest in Heaven."
Franklin W., son of Reuben W. & Sally Beach, Died Jan. 18, 1862, A. 9 Yrs. . In memory of Stephen Beach, who died Feb. 8, 1835, E. 45 years. In memory of
Charity, wife of Stephen Beach, who died Dec. 16, 1832, aged 44 years. In memory of Aaron Beardsley, who died July 22, 1835, At. 71 yrs. Also, Sarah, his wife, died Mar. 14, 1851, in her 83 year.
BEARDSLEY. [A MONUMENT.]
Charles W. Beardsley, Born Feb. 21, 1817, Died April 15, 1879. Harriet M., His wife, Born March 7, 1818.
In memory of Capt. David Beardslee, who was killed by lightning while labouring in his field on the 25 of July 1822, in the 67 year of his age.
In memory of Huldah Beardslee, who departed this life June 24, 1850, aged 87.
BEARDSLEY. [A MONUMENT.] Col. David S. Beardsley Died Nov. 3, 1885, Aged 67 years. In memory of Duvid Beardsley, who died May 11, 1802, in his 74 year. And of Mary, his wife, who died Feb. 20, 1822, in her 97 year.
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BEARDSLEY. [A MONUMENT.] Huldah A. Beardsley, Born Sept. 26, 1821, Died March 5, 1883. Faithful unto the end. David Beardsley Died Dec. 29, 1880, Aged 86 Years. Unveil thy bosom faithful tomb, Take this new treasure to thy trust And give these sacred relics room, To seek a slumber in the dust.
Clarissa, Wife of David Beardsley, Died Nov. 3. 1875, Aged 80 yrs. 3 mo. Far from affliction, toil and care, The happy soul has fled, The breathless clay shall slumber here Among the silent dead.
Elizabeth Jane, daughter of David & Clarissa Beardslee, died Aug. 15, 1825, aged 5 years 8 mo. & 3 days. There is a world above Where parting is unknown, A long eternity of love Form'd for the good alone.
George Francis, son of David & Clarissa Beardslee, died March 4, 1825. aged 7 mos. & 8 days. 'Twas like the morning's opening flower, It bloomed & withered in an hour.
In memory of Eliott Beardslee, who died Oct. 14, 1829, aged 40 years.
Catharine Odell Beardsley Died Aug. 6, 1883, A. 82 yrs. 3 mo. 8 Days. In memory of Edwin Beardslee, who died March 4. 1846, Æ. 46 yrs.
In memory of Mary E. Beardsley, who died May 14, 1843, aged 37 yrs.
In memory of Hall Beardslee, who died March 3, 1811, aged 14 years 7 months and 7 days.
Sleep lovely youth and take your rest In Christ, the Lord divinely blest.
In memory of
James Beardslee, who died June 6, 1843, in the 86 year of his age.
Ruth, wite of James Beardslee, Died Feb. 7, 1860, Æ. 93. Joseph Beardsley Died Aug. 12, 1853, Æ. 22.
Our life how short ? a groan, a sigh ; We live and then begin to die.
Judson Beardsley Died July 10, 1832. A. 50.
Sarah, His Wife, Died June 21, 1845. BEARDSLEY. [A MONUMENT.] Miles Beardsley
Eloisa, His Wife, Died Sept. 18, 1867, Aged 57 Years 10 months. Precious is the memory of our loved ones.
Dea. Orville H. Beardsley Died Dec. 25, 1851, Æt. 35 yrs. I mo. & II ds.
Weep not his love is round our hearts, His holy thoughts to us were given, His spirit lingers where thou art, To win our souls to heaven.
Nancy, wife of Dea. O. H. Beardsley, Born Jan. 19. 1817, Died Aug. 8, 1870. Sweet are the songs which now she hears, And sweet the strains which angels pour, Oh ! why should we in anguish weep, She is not dead but gone before.
Feb. 13, 1855, Died Mary Eliza, Daughter of Dea. Or- ville & Nancy Beardsley, Aged 5 years & 5 months. Calm on the bosom of thy God Sweet spirit rest thee now E'en while on earth thy footsteps trod His seat was on thy brow.
Mary Eliza, We love thee still. Jesus said, suffer little children to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of God.
BEARDSLEY. [A MONUMENT.]
Samuel Beardsley, Esq., one of natures noblemen, Died May 13, 1860, Aged 68. Long will his memory live.
Assenath, wife of Samuel Beardsley, Esq., Died Feb. 5, 1863, Aged 75.
Sheldon Beardsley, M.D. Died Jan. 26, 1872, . 69. Stephen Beardslee, Esq. Died Feb. 8, 1849, Æ. 86.
In memory of
Susan, wife of Stephen M. Beardsley, who died Oct. 16, 1836, aged 33 yrs. I mo. & 7 ds.
Stephen M. Beardsley Died Aug. 7, 1869, A. 59 yrs. 11 mos. & 7 days.
Catharine Beardslee, relict of Stephen Beardslee, Esq., died July 22, 1850, Æ. 80 yrs.
Doctor Bedient Died Aug. 26, 1867, in the 75 year of His Age.
In memory of
Mr. James Beers, who died Dec. 24, 1838, aged 77 yrs.
In memory of Mrs. Ruth, wife of Mr. James Beers, who died Oct. 6, 1825, aged 70. Oh! 'tis a sacred spot where now her head lies undisturbed among the silent dead.
Legrand G., son of Legrand G. & Hepsa A. Beers, Died June 29, 1855, Aged I yr. & 5 mo.
Softly he neared death's surgeless shore, Swiftly the waters buoyed him o'er While sweetly sang the angelic choir One angel more in heaven.
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Frank Beers, Infant of George & ' Abie Judson, Wife of David Bots- Clarissa Wildman, Born Apr. 20, . ford, Died Apr. 21, 1880, Aged 73 yrs. 1866, Died Aug. 4, 1866.
In memory of Lydia, daughter of Jonathan & Polly Beers, who died Sept. 15, 1826, in the 23 year of her age.
In memory of
Peter Beers, who died August, 1801, aged 67 years. Also of
Eunice, relict of Peter Beers, who died April 17, 1828, aged 88 years, A.B. 1774.
Philo Beers Died Feb. 9, 1864, Aged 80 yrs.
Charity, widow of Philo Beers, Died Mar. 3, 1869, .E. 86 yrs. & 6 mos.
Ruth, late wife of James Beers, and second wife of Robert Turney, died March 28, 1861, Æ. 92 yrs. & 6 mo.
In memory of
Sally M., daughter of Esther & Giles Beers, who died Sept. 11, 1827, in her 9 year.
Joseph B. Bennett Died Sept. 11, 1851, ₺. 77.
Sarah, his wife, died March 20, 1828, Æ. 51.
In memory of
Samantha, wife of Timothy Bevans, who died May 4, 1851, Aged 65 years. Hannah Cordelia, wife of Charles Bevans, Died May 25, 1860, ÆE. 48 yrs. & 8 mos.
We miss thee. In memory of Joseph Booth, who died Apr. 18, 1853, aged 84 years & 4 mo.
In memory of
Betsey Booth, wife of Joseph Booth, who died May 27, 1840, aged 67 years 7 mo. & 15 ds.
Ruth A., Wife of Nelson W. Burr, Died June 16, 1863, Æ. 24 yrs. & 2 mos.
Harriet, wife of Seth Bishop, Died Sept. 3, 1859, A. 67 yrs. 11 mo. & 9 Ds.
Sally Bishop Died May 2, 1869, 2. 73 Yrs.
Who dies to-day. finds no death to-morrow, What surer way to be free from sorrow. Sacred to the memory of Julia, who died Aug. 10, 1868, Aged 48. Rest weary spirit. rest. This stone is affectionately Erected by her brother Francis Bishop.
Leancy M. Judson Died May 29, 1877, Æ. 73 yrs.
John Burroughs Died May 10, 1862, Æ. 78. "One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism."
Hepsey, wife of John Burroughs, Died Sept. 15. 1859, .E. 74. "Lovely in death the beautious ruin lay."
Selah Burroughs Died Sept. 15, 1830, Æ. 68.
In memory of Hannah, wife of Selah Burroughs, who died March 13, 1825, in her 63 year.
In memory of
Paulina, daughter of Selah and Hannah Burroughs, who died July 19, 1828, in her 30 year.
John James Burroughs, Born Nov. 10, 1845, Died Dec. 19, 1871. "Thy brother shall rise again."
BURROUGHS. [A MONUMENT.]
Lucious B. Burroughs, Born June 16, 1807 : Died June 12, 1880.
Mary E., Wife of Edward B. Bur- roughs, Died Jan. 14, 1862, Æ. 22 yrs. & 22 Ds.
Farewell ! thy life hath left surviving love And wealth of records and sweet "feelings green"
From sorrow's heart, the faintness to remove, By whispers breathing, "less of earth than heaven."
Abel S. Burton Died May 4, 1848, E. 22.
This stone is erected in memory of Dea. Benjamin Burton, who ex- pired on the 5th day of Sep. 1811, aged 63.
In memory of
Mrs. Hannah, wife of Dea. Benja- min Burton, who died Oct. 3, 1847, Æ. 73.
Daniel Burton died Oct. 7, 1801, in his 40 year.
Daniel S. Burton Died Dec. 18, 1869, Aged 47.
Elijah Burton Died May 29, 1863, . 82.
To the memory of an affectionate Father. Sally Burton, wife of Elijah Burton, died Sept. 29, 1827, aged 40 years.
Judson D., son of Elijah & Sally Burton, Died Dec. 2, 1846, aged 20 years.
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Long Hill Burying-place at Trumbull.
In memory of Lavinia, daughter of Elijah & Sally Burton, who died Apr. 8, 1840, aged 18 years.
In memory of Charles, son of Elijah & Sally Burton, who died July 7, 1839, aged 15 years.
In memory of Sheldon, son of Elijah & Sally Burton, who died Feb. 3, 1836, aged 27 years.
In memory of Capt. Joseph Burton, who died Nov. 7th, 1801, in the 80th year of his age.
In memory of Mrs. Rebecca Burton, wife of Capt. Joseph Burton, who died Apr. 1ºt, 1799, in the 77th year of her age.
In memory of
Capt. Nathaniel Burton of Trum- bull, who departed this life at the Island of Antigua June 10, 1804. whilst master of the schooner Liberty, of Bridgeport, aged 38, & is there intered. Also of
Mrs. Nancy, relict of Doct. Stephen Middlebrook of Trumbull, Formerly wife of said Burton, who died Oct. 5, 1823, & is here intered, aged 57.
In memory of Roswell O. Burton, who died Oct. 14, 1829, aged 32 years.
Baby Louis, Infant son of Frederick H. & Francis J. Coe, died May 10, 1883, aged 3 mo. 10 ds. A gem for the Savior's crown, Clothed in the robes of spotless white, Now he dwells with God in light.
Harlan H. Crandall, M.D. Passed from mortal life June 10, 1880, aged 56 years.
His wife, Catharine, Passed from mortal life March 9, 1871, Age 46 years.
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Anner Augusta, wife of Doct. W. Mark Curtis, and daughter of Robert and Nancy Middlebrook, Departed this life Aug. 26, 1842, aged 20 years and 24 days.
Here by the cold white stone that bears thy name,
And tells the passer by how brief thy life, (A faded flower), we'll shed affection's tear, And love the spot where sleeps thy sacred dust.
Affection hath raised this monument to the memory of a dearly beloved wife and child.
CURTISS. [A MONUMENT.] West side. .
Daniel Curtiss Died
Polly A., His Wife, Died Aug. 3, 1873, Aged 61 yrs. South side. George E. Curtiss Died Grace E., His Wife, Died Feb. 4. 1885, Æ. 41 yrs. 8 mo. 23 Ds.
East side. Robert A. Curtiss Died Feb. 4, 1880, Aged 7 yrs.
North side.
Mary E. Curtiss Died Oct. 17, 1858, Aged 22 yrs.
William Curtis Died Mar. 31, 1867, Aged 82 yrs. & 8 mos.
Anna, wife of William Curtis, Died July 18, 1860; Aged 72 years & 6 months.
Edson S. Dayton, a member of Co. A. 2nd Reg. H. A., Died Jan. 4, 1868, Æ. 34 yrs. 6 mo. 17 ds.
Freed from the toils and sorrows of earth, Thy spirit has winged its flight Across the dark valley and shadow of death, To the beautiful fields of light.
Birdie J., son of Edson S. & Harriet E. Dayton, Died March 30, 1868, Æ.
I yr. 7 mo. 12 ds. This lovely plant we wished to raise, Resign it, for we must In the hands of God, who gave And in his mercy trust.
Nathaniel B. Dayton Died Jan. 29, 1864, Aged 26 yrs. & 19 Ds. He graduated at Trinity College, July 1863. Dear Brother, though thee we miss And bitter loss deplore, Yet in those bright realms of bliss, We hope to meet, to part no more.
Mary C., Wife of Wm S. Dewhirst, Died Oct. 16. 1878, Æ. 40 yrs. She hath done what she could.
Charles H., son of Peter & Sally Downs, died Mar. 19, 1834, Æ. 2 yrs. & II mo.
Edward Downs Died Nov. 1, 1883, Æ. 63 yrs.
Mr. Jesse Downs died Nov. 19, 1820, aged 26 years. Ah ! flatt'ring life, thou art soon gone, For time and death will not prolong ; They will demand you as their prey, Perhaps in some unexpected day.
In memory of
Abijah Edwards, son of Dea. John Edwards, who died April 27th, 1800, aged 23 years & 25 days.
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EDWARDS. [A MONUMENT.] Almon B. Edwards Died March 16, 1885. Aged 58 years.
Anson Edwards Died April 2, 1865, Aged 74 yrs. & 6 mo.
Sally, wife of Anson Edwards, Died Mar. 16, 1850, A. 59.
Charles A., son of Stephen S. & Fannie Edwards, Died April 26, 1876, aged 27 yrs. 3 mo.
Elnathan Edwards died Sept. 5. 1823, aged 74.
Susannah, wife of Elnathan Ed- wards, died Oct. 19, in her 74 year.
Fanny Rebecca, wife of Daniel Edwards, Died Nov. 1, 1850. 2. 23 Yrs. 2 Mo. & 21 Ds.
In memory of David C. Edwards, who died Feb. 17, 1853, aged 65 years.
In memory of Tabathy Edwards, wife of David C. Edwards, who died June 34, 1844, Aged 61 yrs.
In memory of Jennet, daughter of David C. & Tabitha Edwards, who died Oct. 31, 1851, aged 34 yrs.
In memory of Laura C., Daughter of David C. & Tabitha Edwards, who died Jan. 2, 1852, aged 26 years.
In memory of
Lorintha, daughter of David C. & Tabitha Edwards, who died Feb. 14, 1851, A. 38.
Mariett, Daughter of David C. & Tabitha Edwards, Died Nov. 22, 1875, /. 52 Yrs. 8 Mo.
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In memory of Caroline, daughter of David C. & Tabitha Edwards, who died Nov. 16. 1818, A. 5 years & 4 mos.
David Edwards died July 12, 1825, in his 94th year.
In memory of Lydia, wife of David Edwards, who died Oct. 3, 1812, in the 84th year of her age. -
Hezikiah Edwards died Mar. 5, 1854, A. 93.
Isaac S. Edwards died July 30, 1854, Aged 33 years 4 mos. Dearest Husband thou hast left us, Here thy loss we deeply feel. But 'tis God that hath bereft us, He can all our sorrow heal.
Martha, wife of Hezekiah Edwards, Died Mar. 8, 1852, in her 88 year.
In memory of
Dea. John Edwards, who died Sept. 28, 1800, aged 56 years 2 months 15 days.
Ruth, wife of Dea. John Edwards, died May 6, 1817, in the 71 yr. of her age.
In memory of
John Edwards, son of Dea. John Edwards, who died June 2ª, 1797, aged 17 years & 6 months.
John Edwards died Aug. 11, 1825. In memory of
Hannah, relict of John Edwards, who died Sept. 19, IS35, ÆE. 82 years.
Hannah, daughter of John Edwards, died March 7, 1825, aged 27 years.
In memory of John L. Edwards, who died June 10, 1833, A. 40 yrs.
Justus Edwards Died July 12, 1855, Æ. 68 yrs. 7 mo. & 10 Ds.
Abby, wife of Justice Edwards, Died Feb. 18, 1870, Aged 81 years.
Lester B., only child of Daniel & Antha J. Edwards, Born July 8, 1865, Died Aug. 15, 1877.
Dearest Lester, you have left us And your loss we deeply feel, But 'twas God that took you, He can all our sorrows beal.
S. Sterling Edwards Died Oct. 8, 1884, Aged 65 yrs.
Fanny, wife of Stephen S. Edwards, Died Dec. 31, 1860, ÆE. 44 yrs. 10 mos. & 26 Ds.
There is rest in Heaven and room enough for all.
Frankie. A bud on earth to bloom in heaven.
William Henry, son of Stephen S. & Fannie Edwards, Died July 25, 1872, Æ. 20 Yrs.
You, who view this silent tomb, And round its borders tread ;
I was cut down in as perfect bloom, And numbered with the dead. As you are now so once was I. As I am now, so you must be, Prepare for death and follow me.
Samuel B. Edwards Died Oct. 17, 1817, Æ. 40.
Lucinda, His wife, and widow of Aaron Platt, Died Aug. 7, 1865, ÆE. 76.
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In memory of Shelton Edwards, son of Samuel Edwards, who was murdered Septr. 8th, 1796, while a clerk in the store of David DeForest at Bridgeport, ÆEt. 14 years -mo. 8 ds.
In memory of
Mr. Theophilus Edwards, who died Mav 25. 1814 ; aged 52 years. I hear the voice, "Ye dead arise !" And to the graves, obey ; The waking Saints with joyful eyes, Salute the expected day.
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In memory of
Ruth Edwards, relict of Theophilus Edwards, who died Aug. 8, 1842, aged 77 years.
Sarah Edwards, wife of Albert Sherwood, Died Aug. 15, 1816, ÆE. 45. In memory of
Mr. Thomas Edwards, who died Jan. 20, 1792, in the 56 year of his age ; and his wife
Sarissa, who died July 21, 1813, in the 77 year of her age.
Zalmon Fayerweather died May 18, 1828, aged 65 years. In memory of Mrs. Jerusha, wife of Mr. Zalmon Fayerweather, who died June 20, 1815, aged 50 years.
In memory of Eunice, relict of Zalmon Fayer- weather, who died July 16, 1830, aged 59 years.
FOWLER. [A MONUMENT.] Daniel G. Fowler Died April 19, 1886, Aged 65 yrs. Gone, but not forgotten.
Edgar L. Died Dec. 10, 1878, aged 2 yrs. 5 mos.
Clarence W. Died Jan. 12, 1882, aged 3 yrs. 6 mos. Children of Elmer & Carrie Fowler.
Edward D., son of Cornelius E. & Martha A. Fowler, Died April 30, 1870, Æ. 4 mos.
Clarance S., son of Cornelius E. & Martha A. Fowler, Died Jan. 14, 1878, Æ. 3 yrs. 3 mos. 29 dys. In memory of
Mrs. Eunice Fairchild, wife of Daniel Fairchild, Esq., who died Dec" 13th, 1803, in the 59th year of her age. In memory of Mr. David French, who died Sept. 19. 1819, in the 70 year of his age.
In memory of
Eunice, wife of David French, who died March 29, 1829, in her 72 year. Eunice, Daughter of Mr. David & Mrs. Eunice French, died Apr. 4th, 1798, in the 14 year of her age.
In memory of
Lydia, daughter of David & Eunice French, who died Sept. 15, 1828, in her 32 year.
David French, Born April 26, 1794, Died Feb. 12, 1850. Asleep in Jesus.
Polly Betsey, wife of David French, Born July 29, 1796, Died Aug. 22, 1882.
Thy labors o'er thy spirit fled. In memory of
Esther French, wife of Simeon French, who died Oct. 10, 1821, aged 35 years. Blessed are the dead, who die in the Lord.
In memory of
Capt. John French, who departed this life Aug. 31", 1796, aged 75 years. In memory of
Mrs. Betty French, Wife of Capt. John French, who departed this life Octo. 13th, 1786, in the 56 year of her age.
Four of her children are buried at her left hand : S. M. B. & L. F.
Mr. John French died August 29, 1813. in the 57 year of his age.
Josiah French died May 16, 1863, Æ. 75 Yrs. & 1 Mo.
Farewell my friends that love to weep, Behold the grave wherein I sleep, Prepare for death for you must die, And be entombed as well as I.
Ruth, wife of Josiah French, died Mar. 6, 1862, Æ. 73 Yrs. 5 mo. & 19 ds. Blessed are the dead, who die in the Lord.
Father Samuel French died Mar. 30, 1885, 2. 72 yrs. 6 mo. Gone, but not forgotten.
Lucy French, wife of Samuel French, Died Dec. 12, 1851, aged 38 years & 6 mo.
Affections waves no more shall roll Across thy peaceful breast ; A heaven of glory fills thy soul, This tomb retains the rest.
In memory of Samuel French, who died Sept. 3, 1833, Æ. 81.
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In memory of Mrs. Mary, wife of Mr. Samuel French, who died June 11, 1827, aged 72.
Sherman French Died Oct. 24, 1875, Æ. 90 Yrs. & 9 Mos.
Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in his season.
Pamelia, wife of Sherman French, Died Aug. 11, 1880, ÆE. 85 yrs. & 3 Mos.
All the days of my appointed time will I wait till my change come.
Mrs. Charity, wife of Sherman French, died Oct. 22, 1823, aged 36 years.
FRENCH. [A MONUMENT.] Sherman French, Born Sept. 19, 1802, Died April 30, 1873.
Laura French, His Wife, Born Dec. 11, 1804, Died Mar. 13, 1885.
Mary C., only daughter of John & Catharine Fulford, Died May 26, 1882, Aged 19 yrs.
In memory of Capt. Lewis Gorham, who died Oct. 22, 1832. A. 45 years. Go home, dear friends, dry up your tears, I must lie here till Christ appears, My debt is paid, my grave you see Prepare yourselves to follow me.
In memory of Anna, relict of Capt. Lewis Gorham, who died Jan. 7, 1843, A. 54 years. Behold dear reader as you pass by, As you are now, so once was I, As I am now so you must be Prepare for death and follow me.
In memory of
Mariett, daughter of Lewis & Anna Gorham, who died Nov. 28, 1828, A. 2 y. 2 mo.
Stephen Gorham died Aug. 16, 1846, Æ. 32.
Ann L. Gray Died May 11, 1575, Æ. 54 years.
Phebe Batley Died Dec. 24, 1833. E. 84 yrs. 3 Mo. & 9 Ds.
In memory of
Charles B. Gregory who died Dec. 1, 1839, . 37 years.
In memory of Daniel Gregory, who died July 16, 1843, aged 89 yrs.
In memory of Phebe, wife of Daniel Gregory, who died Oct. 27, 1827, aged 70 years.
Here lyes the Body of
Mrs. Mary Grigeory, Wife to Mr. Gilliard Grigeory, Who departed this Life Nov" the 30th, 1772, in yº 37th Year of Her Age.
In memory of
Ebenezer Eives Gregory, Son of Mr. Gilead Gregory, who departed this life August 20, 1787, in the 18th year of his age.
- Plumb Gregory Died May 26, 1883, Æ. 86 yrs. & 9 mos.
In memory of
Mr. Samuel Gregory, who died Nov. 9th, 1808, in the 82ª year of his Age.
In memory of Naomi Gregory, Relict of Mr. Sam- uel Gregory, who died April 10, 1810, aged 82 years.
In memory of Samuel Gregory, who died July 6. 1836, . 74 years.
In memory of Charity, wife of Samuel Gregory, who died Feb. 14, 1845, aged 85 years.
In memory of Isaac Haines, who died Sept. 7. 1842, aged 65 years.
In memory of
Sarah, wife of Isaac Haynes, who died Nov. 7, 1819, aged 38 years. Sleep quiet here, my friend, Death can't us long divide, A few more rolling suns, Will lay me by your side.
In memory of Nancy Haines, wife of Isaac Haines, who died May 15, 1851, aged 60 years.
Silas Haines Died Sept. 25, 1866, aged 87.
Eliza, wife of Silas Haines, Died Oct. 28, 1860, aged 66 yrs. 2 ms.
In memory of Fanny Haines, wife of Silas Haines, who died Aug. 14, 1842, JE. 53.
In memory of Sarah F., daughter of Silas & Fanny Haines, who died May 12, 1843, E. 19 yrs.
Erastus Haines, Æ. 6 mo. In youthful bloom, death cut me down, Here to await the trumpet sound, Repent, believe whilst you have time, For I was taken in my prime.
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In memory of William Hanes, who died Oct. 15, 1834, A. 82 years. Go home, dear friends, dry up your tears, I must lie here till Christ appears. My debt is paid, my grave you see Prepare yourselves to follow me.
Mrs. Sarah Haines, Wife of Mr. William Haines, departed this life May 28th, A.D. 1810, in the 66th year of her age.
Free from all pain, from toil and trouble free My body sleeps among the silent dead, In faith, & hope, in Christ ; my life and breath, Resigned were in the cold arms of death. Stop here a while, this monument espy, And ask thyself, "Am I prepared to die."
Miss Abigail Haynes; wife of William Haynes, died Sept. 10, 1832, Æ. 62 years.
Free from all pain, from toil and trouble free, My body sleeps among the silent dead, In faith, and hope in Christ, my life and breath Resigned here in the cold arms of death. Stop bere a while, this monument espy, And ask thyself : "Am I prepared to die?" Sophia, Wife of William J. Haines, Died Aug. 29, 1877, A. 40 years.
Alanson Hall Died June 18. 1863, Æ. 73 yrs. & 9 mo. Dear Father, we miss thee.
George A., son of Alanson & Sophia Hall, died June 30, 1839, 2. 4 yrs. 6 mo.
Sophia S. Edwards, wife of Alan- son Hall, died Jan. 4, 1852, Æ. 66. Beloved while living, mourned when dead. She saith : "I know that he shall rise again in the resurrection at the last day."
Alben Hall died Oct. 28, 1865, aged 67 yrs.
In memory of Daniel Hall, who died April 1ª, 1849, in his 91 year.
In memory of Jemima Hall, wife of Mr. Daniel Hall, who died Jan. 24th, 1821, in the 59th year of her age. Death is a debt by nature due Which I have paid and so must you.
In memory of Fanny, wife of Nathaniel H. Hall, who died Oct. 13, 1851, aged 38 yrs. Farewell, dear friends, my memory keep, While in death's arms my body sleeps, Short was my stay below with you, Sooner or later all must go.
Mary, daughter of Benjamin & Han- nah M. Hall, died Feb. 24, 1834, Æ. 3 yr. & 4 mo.
Theodore S. Hall Died Feb. 22, 1865, aged 35 yrs. 5 Mos. 19 Ds. "In the midst of life, we are in death."
Zalmon Hall, Born June 13, 1795, Died Feb. 13, 1884.
Hannah Melinda, wife of Zalmon Hall, Born Dec. 30, 1804, Died April 3, 1865. Earth hath thy dust, But friends cherish thy memory.
Rhoda Beach, wife of Zalmon Hall, Born May 9, 1795, Died Aug. 24, 1827.
When those we love are snatched away By death's resistless hand, Our hearts the mournful tribute pay, That friendship must demand.
In memory of
Charles Hawley, who died Jan. 12, 1823, aged 31 years.
Charles B. Hawley, Born Sept. 4, 1848,- -- Emeline, His Wife, Born Apr. 24, 1854, Died Apr. 17, 1883, Meet me in heaven. Suffered long, but is at rest.
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