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In memory of
Mr. Zebulon Kirtland, who died Jany 24, 1803, in the 48th year of his age. In memory of
Elisabeth, widow of Zebulon Kirt- land, who died Jan. 5, 1842, aged 90 years.
In memory of
Mrs. Freelore Knapp, Wife of Mr. Joseph Knapp & Dautr of Mr. Ebenezer & Mrs. Patience Plumb, who died Novr 24th, 1771, in ye 31ªt year of her age.
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In memory of
Joseph Knapp, Jun., Son of Mr. Joseph & Mrs. Freelove Knapp, died Augst the 20th, 1767, Aged 2 years.
In memory of
Mr. John Knapp. who died Aug- ust 3ª, 1795, in the 82 year of his age. In memory of
Mrs. Hannah Kuapp. Wife of Mr. John Knapp, who died Jany. 28th, 1796, in the 76th year of her age.
In memory of Robert Knopp. who died April II, 1834, aged 52 years & 10 months.
Mother
Sally, wife of Robert Knapp, Died Aug. 15, 1861, Aged 76 yrs. I mo, & 8 Ds.
To the memory of
Mahala Willson Knapp. Daugh- ter of Mr. Robert & Mrs. Sally Knapp (a very promising child) born July Ioth, IS04, and died July 18th, 1807, aged 3 years & S days.
In memory of
Mrs. Anna Knowles, first the wife of Mr. Joseph Sturges, late of Stam- ford, decd, and last the wife of Mr. William Knowles, late of New Mil- ford, decd. She died July 26th, 1801, in the Soth year of Her Age.
Mrs. Abigail Lacey.
Hannah Summers. Wife of Ed- ward Lacey, died Oct. 14, 1755, aged about 43 years.
In memory of
Mr. Benjamin Lacey, who de- parted this life Sept. 13th, AD 1784, aged 45 years on the same day. In memory of
Mrs. Margaret Lacy, Wife of yo late Mr. Benjamin Lacey, who de- parted this life, Sept. I, A. D., 1792. in the 521 year of her age.
Daniel Lacey, died Dec. 17, 1828, in his 86 year.
Tabitha Lacey, wife of Daniel La- cey, died Aug. 9, ISI4, in the 64 year of her age.
John Lacey, died June 25, 1856, JE 79 yrs. & 9 mo.
In memory of
Eunice, wife of John Lacey, who died Feb. 17, 1840, aged 56 years.
In memory of
Mr. John Lacey, who departed this Life Feby Ioth, 1793, In the 84th year of his age.
In memory of
Mrs. Mary Lacey, Relict of Mr. John Lacey, who died April 1, 1810, in the gist year of her age.
Josiah Lacey, Esq., departed this life Oct. 28th, 1812, in the 67th Year of his age.
He was a Captain in the Revolutionary Army and a leading citizen.
In memory of
Mrs. Judith Lacey, Wife of Capt. Josiah Lacey, who departed this life June ye 34, 1780, aged 31 years & 5 months wanting 3 days.
In memory of
Mrs. Ruth Lacey, Wife to Capt. Josiah Lacey, who departed this life April 18th, 1788, aged 27 years & 8 months wanting I Day.
In memory of
Mrs. Molly Lacey, Wife of Capt. Josiah Lacey, who departed this Life Jany 30th, 1793, aged 32 years 8 months & 12 days.
In memory of
Mrs. Anno Lacey. Wife of Josiah Lacey, Esqr., Who departed this life April 7, A. D. 1812, aged 46 years 3 months and 2 days.
Nathaniel Hasard, son to Capt. Josiah & Mrs. Molly Lacey, Depart- ed this life May 9, 1792, aged 14 months, wanting 5 Days.
Levi L. Lacey, Died April 1, 1845, Aged 33 yrs.
In memory of
Michael Lacey, who died Nov. 12, 1835, E. 51 yrs.
In memory of
Betsey, wife of Michael Lacey, who died Dec. 14, 1823, aged 38 years.
Robert Lacey, died Nov. 23, 1832, aged 22 years.
In memory of
Sarah Lacey, who died May 3, 1838, aged 65 years.
In memory of
Squire Lacey, who died Dec. 27, 1819, in his 31st year.
Urban Lacey, died March 20, 1877, Aged 72 yrs.
In memory of her that was once
Miss Ruth Winton, Born Dec. 24, 1731 ; married to Mr. Joseph Brins- maid Oct', 1748 ; and secondly to Dr. Wm Little, Nov' 24. 1762. She de- parted this Life for Immortality Dec" 24, 1784, aged 53 Years.
Her remains are buried beneath this Stone.
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In memory of Elenor, wife of Eaden Leavens, who died June 30, 1835, JE. 55 years.
In memory of Mrs. Eunice. Relict of Mr. George Lyman, who died Oct. 10, 1819, aged 67 years.
Here lves Buried ye Body of Mr. Mathew Mackhard, Who Died Febr ye 9th, Anno Domni 1736/7, in ye 28th Year of His Age.
Here lyes Buried ye Body of
Mr. Mathew Mackhard. son of Mr. Mathew & Mrs. Sarah Mackhard, Who was drowned July ye 221, 1757, in ye 21st Year of His Age.
Mary Mackhard. Dautr of Mr. Mathew & Mrs. Sarah Mackhard, Died Jany 30th, 1737, Aged 2 years & 6 months.
Here lyes Buried ye Body of Mr. John Mallet, who Departed this life September 28th, Anno Domini 1745, in ye 72ª year of his age.
Here lyes the body of
Sarah Mallit, Wife of John Mallit, Died Dec' ye 5th, 1742, in ye 26 year of her age.
Here lyes ye Body of
Mrs. Joanna Mallit, widow to Mr. John Mallit, who departed this life Sept. ye 16, 1764, in ye IoIst year of her age.
Here lyes ye Body of
Huldah Mallett, Dautr of Mr. John Mallett, Junr., who died Oct. ye 29, 1758, in ye 2ª year of her age.
Laura, Daughter of Mr. Lewis & Mrs. Anna Mallet, died April 34, 1795, Aged 2 years 1 month & S days.
Henry Manning, Died Jan. 5, 1852, Æ. 48 years.
In memory of
Mr. David Meaker, who died Nov. 24th, 1828, in the 731 year of his age.
In memory of
Esther Meaker, Wife of Mr. David Meaker, who died May 26th, 1812, in the 48th year of her age.
Mrs. Polly Meeker, Died Aug. 29, 1817, 2E. 26 yrs.
Nathan S. Meeker, Died of Yellow Fever at Staten Island, N. Y., Sept. 27, 1821, A. 31 yrs.
Ann R. Middlebrook, Died Dec. I, 1850, ÆE. 24 yrs.
In memory of Anne, wife of Anson Morehouse, who died May 11, IS23, aged 37 years.
In memory of
Lorintha, dautr of Anson & Anne Morehouse, who died Sept. 10, 184F, Aged 30 years.
In memory of
Mrs. Eunice Morehouse. Wife of Mr. Lyman Morehouse, Who died March 14th, ISoo, In the 27th year of her age.
In memory of
Sarah Morehouse. wife of Isaac Morehouse, who died Aug. 22, 1837, aged 86.
In memory of Abigail, wife of Samuel Morehouse, who died Aug. 29, 1826, aged 44 years.
Here lyes Buried the Body of
Mrs. Sarah Morris, wife to Mr. Daniel Morris, who departed this life April the 16, 1761, in ye 48th year of her age.
Here lyes the Body of
Huldah Nicholls, wife to Mr. John Nicholls, who died April 16, 1759, in ye 49th year of her age.
In memory of Charles S., who died March 23, 1835, aged 3 yrs. & 6 mo. Also of
John A., who died Nov. 15, 1836, aged 14 mo. Sons of John W. & Susan Nichols.
In memory of Mr. John Nichols, who died Nov. 218t, ISOI, in the 57th year of his age. In memory of Phebe, relict of Mr. John Nichols. who died March 3, 1835, E. 82 years.
In Memory of
Mrs. Mehetable Nichols, Wife of Mr. John Nichols, who departed this life, April 9th, 1785, in ye 32ª year of her age.
[A TABLET.] Sacred to the Memory of Philip Nichols, Esq., who departed this Life May 13th, 1807, in the 82d year of his age.
Tears in regret in sympathy we give, That such superior excellence should die ; But dear to memory wilt thou ever live, Blest shade whose meed is immortality.
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Sacred to the memory of PHILIP NICHOLS Esq. who departed this Life May 13th. 1807. in the 82d year of his age.
Tears of regret in sympathy we give That such superior excellence should die, "But dear to memory will thou ever live. Blesst shade whose meed is immortality .
Sacred to the memory of Mr& MARY NICHOLS late Consort of PHILIP NICHOLS Esq. who departed this life May 13 th 1811. In the 78 th year of her age.
The soul of origin divine God's glorious image freed from day In heaven's eternal sphere shall shine A star of day.
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Sacred to the memory of Mrs. Mary Nichols, late Consort of Philip Nichols, Esq., who departed this life, May 13th, 1811, in the 78th year of her age.
The soul of origin divine, God's glorious image freed from clay, In Heaven's eternal sphere shall shine, A star of day. Here lyes Buried ye Body of
Mrs. Rebeckah Nichols. wife to Mr. John Nickols, who departed this life, Sept. 12th, 1749, in ye 36th year of her age.
Here lyes ye Body of Huldah Nichols, Dautr of Mr. John
& Mrs. Rebeckah Nichols, who died Sept. 4th, 1753, in ye 13th year of her age.
Here lyes ye Body of
Sarah Nichols. Dautr of Elijah & Mrs. Huldah Nichols, who departed this life June je 4th, 1753, in ye Igth year of her Age.
William Nichols, Died July 21, 1837, Aged 82 yrs.
Philip E., his son, Died Sept. 26, 1855, Aged 43 years.
Hannah Nichols, Died Oct. 14, 1855, ÆE. 69.
Here lyes the Body of
Mrs. Abigail Odell, Wife to Wil- liam Odell, who died Jan .- ·40th year of her age .*
Here lyes ve Body of
Mrs. Deborah Odell. wife of Lieut. Hezekiah Odell, who departed this life June 27, 1756, in ye 55th year of her age.
Here lyes ye Body of
Bulah Odell. Dautr of Lieut. Heze- kiah & Mrs. Deborah Odell, who died June 224, 1756, in ye 27th year of her age.
Here lyes buried ye Body of Mr. John Odell, Who Departed this life June Ist, Anno Dom. 1743. Aged 77 Years.
Here lyes Buried ye Body of
Mrs. Sarah Odell, wife to Serg. John Odell, who died Octobr 25th, A. D. 1743, in ye 79th year of her age. In memory of
Samuel Odell, Esqr., who Depart- ed this Life June the 7th, A. D. 1775, in the 69th year of his Age.
In memory of
Mrs. Johaunah Odell, Wife of Mr. Samuel Odell, who departed this Life June 11th, 1776, in the 37th year of her age.
Justis Odell. died January ye 29th, 1767, Aged 3 Days & 4 hours.
Squire Odell, died January Je 29. 1767, Aged 3 Days & 4 months. The Twins of Mr. Nehemiah Smith Odell & Mrs. Eunice his Wife.
In memory of
Miss Temperance Odell, who de parted this life Octobr 17, 1794, Aged 27 years 8 months & 3 days.
Too early lost, just in the bloom of youth, Go noblest patern of exalted truth,
Absolved from earth that peaceful shore ascend Where love inhabits, love that knows no end.
Here lyes ye Body of
Nehemiah. son of Willm Odell, Decd March ye 26, 1727, in ye Sth year of his age.
Here lyes ve Body of
Nathaniel Odell. Son of Mr. Wil- liam & Mrs. Sarah Odell, Who Died July 15th, 1746, in ye 3d year of his age.
Here lyes ye Body of
Ebenezr Odell, Son of Mr. William Odell, Who died Octor 7th, 1743, in je 19th Year of his age.
In memory of
Mrs. Abigail, Wife of Joel Parish, who died June Ist, 1777, in her 37th year.
Abraham Parrott, died Nov. 16, 1825, ÆE. 48.
Lord we commit our souls to thee, Accept the sacred trust.
Lucy Wells, Wife of Abraham Par- rott, Died Sept. 8, 1856, .E. So. Revive this nobler part of ours And watch our sleeping dust.
In memory of
Henry O. Parrott, Son of Abraham & Lucy Parrott, who died July 8, 1826, aged 13 yrs. II mos. & 16 days.
In memory of
Mary E. Parrott, daughter of Abraham & Lucy Parrott, who died Sept. 23, 1826, aged 15 yrs. & II mo. Thomas Parrott, died Dec. 8, 1851, ZE. 58.
Sally, Wife of Thomas Parrott, died Aug. 17, 1839, 2E. 49.
In memory of
Isauc Patchin, who died Feb. 11, 1832, aged 85 yrs.
* The dates are entirely gone by the falling off of a part of the slate stone.
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In memory of Elijah Peet, who died Nov. 26, 1841, aged 81 years.
In memory of
Anna Peet, wife of Elijah Peet, who died June 1, 1843, aged 76 years.
This monument is sacred to the mem- ory of
Mrs. Anne Pixley, Relict of Mr. William Pixler, who died Sept. 20th, 1800, in the 69th year of her age.
Here lyes Buried ve Body of
Mrs. Hannah Porter, Wife to Ensign John Porter, Who departed this life Octobr ye 28th, 1763, in ye 6Ist year of her age.
Nathaniel Porter, son of John & Lucy Porter, died June 21st, 1800, in the 14th year of his age.
In memory of
Mr. Samuel Porter, who departed this life Sept 13th, 1795, In the 73th year of his Age.
In memory of
Mrs. Abiah Porter, Relict of Mr. Samuel Porter, who died July 9th, 1801, In the 76th year of her age. In memory of
Mrs. Sarah Porter, Wife of Mr. Samuel Porter, Jun', who died April 34, 1805, In the 25th year of her age. Depository of
Miss Betsey Raymond, who, in the bloom of life was snatched from her friends, and ye companions of her youth, Jany 14th, A. D. 1792, In the I7th year of her age.
Mrs. Ruth Risley, Relict of Mr. Timothy Risley, of Egg Harbour, decd, and Daughter of Mr. David Wells of this Town, Decd, died Jany 2ª, 1794, aged 36 years.
Here lies entombed the Remains of
The Reverend Robert Ross, Sarah Ross, his Wife, and James Merrick Ross, their Son.
The Reverend Robert Ross, A.M., a native of Ireland : in his infancy brought into this Country, Was sometime a Tutor at the College of New Jersey, where he also received his ed- ucation ; Afterwards Pastor of the Presbyte- rian Church in this Society, over which he was ordained November 28th, 1753, and in which he labored in word and doctrine, 43 years.
A person who long sustained a high charac- ter for Christian Literature and general knowl- edge. In his principles, orthodox; In his preaching practical and judicious. He advo- cated the truths of the Gospel by doctrine and example, and was, therefore, a pious guide & instructor.
He died Augst. 29, 1799, aged 73 years.
Mrs. Sarah Ross, died the same day with her husband, aged 52. And James Merrick Ross, 13 days after his parents, aged 10 years.
O thou gloomy monarch !
Are these the trophies of thy conquering arms ? Nor reverend hoary age, nor blooming youth, Nor boasted strength escape thy fatal dart ! These seem to speak
With silent horror to my shivering heart ; Bid me survey my swift approaching doom,
And view the dark retreat which waits my coming.
This monument is erected by Elipha- let Jennings, to the memory of his Father-in-law and family, - ISOI.
Here lyes Buried
James Ross, son of Rev. Robert & Mrs. Sarah Ross, Born Sept. 12, 1758, Drowned Sept. 10, 1760.
Sacred to the memory of Revd Stephen Royce, who depart- ed this life Augst 34, 1802, in the 47th year of his age.
Here in death's cold embrace this body lies, The soul is gone to mansions in the skies ;
His dust must sleep, his voice be heard no more, Till the last trump shall sound from shore to shore,
Then burst the bands of death with sweet sur- prise,
And in his Saviour's glorious form arise.
Here lyes Buried the Body of
Mr. Edmund Rowland, who de- parted this life April the 13th, 1769, in the 41st year of his age.
In memory of
Henry Rowland, who died June Igth, 1775, aged about 84 years. Erected by Rowland B. Lacey in 1879. Here Ives Buried ve Body of
Mrs. Tamar Rowland. wife to Mr. Henry Rowland, who died April ye 21st, A. D. 1737, in ye 42d year of her age.
Here lyes Buried the Body of
Mr. Thomas Sanford, who de- parted this life May ye 20, 1757, in ye 831 year of his age.
Here lyes ye Body of
Mrs. Hannah Sanford, wife to Mr. Thomas Sanford, who Departed this life May 18th, 1755, in ye 75 year of her age.
In memory of
Deacon Abel Seelye, who died May 9th, ISto. in the 85th year of his age. Marcy, wife of Dea. Abel Seeley, died March 5, 1819, aged 98.
Hannah, Daughter of Mr. Abel & Mrs. Marcy Seely, died Nov' ye 19, 1746, aged I year & II months.
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This Stone was erected by Seth Seelye, Jun. in commemoration of his late wife,
Abigail Seelye, who died July 8th, I Soo, in the 31st year of her age. In memory of
Esra Seeley, died Aug. 14, 1827, aged 81 years.
Mary, wife of Ezra Seeley, died Aug. 7, 1822, JE. 81.
Here lyes Buried ye Body of
Eusign Nathan Seelye, who de- parted this life April 30, 1766, in ye 52d year of his age.
Here lyeth ye Body of
Eunice, ye wife of Nathan Seelye, who died June 6th, 1745, in ye 28th year of her Age.
Jennett E., wife of George B. Seeley, died Jan. 7, 1850, JE. 35.
Mary E., their daughter, died Dec. 22, 1847, JE. 6 yrs. & 2 months. In Memory of
Nathaniel Seelye, who departed this life March 27, 1786, in ye 85 year of His Age.
In memory of
Mrs. Elizabeth Neelye, wife of Mr. Nathaniel Seelye, who departed this life December 9th, 1781, in ye 79th year of Her Age.
In memory of
Lieut. Nathan Seelye, who de- parted this Life June 24th, 1787, Aged 44 Years wanting 21 days.
In memory of
Mrs. Deborah Seelyje, Relict of Lieut. Nathan Seelye, who died Sept. 22ª, ISII, in the 69th year of her age. In memory of Polly, wife of Roswell Seeley, who died Sept. 9, 1838, aged 46 years.
James IT .. son of Roswell & Polly Seeley, Died Nov. 23, 1848, JE. 19. In memory of
Ruth Seeley, wife of Joseph Seeley, who died Oct. 8, 1815. aged 29 years. In memory of Mrs. Betsey Seeley, wife of Mr. Joseph Seeley, who died Dec. 24, 1824, aged 40 years.
In memory of
Mary E., daughter of Joseph & Ruth Seeley, who died May II, 1835, aged 24 years.
Here lyes the Body of
Seth Seelye, Decd July ye 29th, 1727, in ye 18th year of His Age.
In Memory of
Deacu Seth Seelye, who died May 234, 1817, in the 79 yr of his age. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
In Memory of
Mrs. Jouuna Seelye, Wife of Deach Seth Seelve, Who departed this life Febry 25th, 1797, In the 62d year of her age.
In Memory of
Miss Aune Seelye, Daughter of Deac" Seth & Mrs. Joanna Seelye, who died June 25th, 1815, in the 531 year of her age.
In memory of Seth Seeley, who died Nov. 2, 1844, aged 28 yrs.
Don't mourn my wife and children so dear, I am not dead but sleeping here ;
Mv peace is made, my grave you see, Prepare for death and follow me. We know that our redeemer lives, We trust the promises he gives, And part in hope to meet above Where all is joy and all is love.
Seth Seeley, son of Mr. Samuel O. & Mrs. Sally Seelve, died March 30th, 1814, aged 16 months & 16 days.
Abiah Sherman, Died May 28, 1717, aged 19 years.
Elnathan Sherman, aged about 8 years old, Who died April 15, 1717.
Here lyes Buried ye Body of
Mr. Amos Sherman. Who Depart- ed this life, Decem' 11th, 1760, in ye 36th year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of
Anson Sherman, who died at Orange Springs, New Jersey, July 19, 1835, E. 44 yrs.
Here lyes Buried the Body of Capt. David Sherman, who de. parted this life Jan' ye I Anno Domni, 1753, in ye SSth year of his age.
[See opposite.]
Here lyes Buried the Body of
Mes. Marcy Sherman, Wife to Capt. David Sherman Who Departed this life Aug. 19 A. D. 1745, in ye 75th year of her age.
Here lyes Buried the Body of Lieut. David Sherman, Who De- parted this life July ye 8th Anno Domni, 1752, in ye 60 year of His Age.
Here lyes the Body of
Mrs. Dinah Sherman, Wife to Mr. David Sherman, Decd April ye 13th, 1732, in ye 37th Year of Her Age.
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Here Lyes Buried the Body of Capt
DAVID SHERMAN Who Departed this Life Janix & 1th Anno Don' 1753 mỹ 88 Year of His Age
Herelyes Buried the Body of MY MARCY SHERMAN Wife to Cap
DAVID SHERMAN Who Departed this life Auett 19 th A DITAGinY 75" Year of Her Age.
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Sarah Thompson, 2ª Wife of Lieut. David Sherman,
Here lves Buried the Body of
Mr. David Sherman, Who was killed by lightning in the House of God at public worship on the 28th of July, 1771, in ye 35th Year of His Age.
Here lyes ve Body of
Mrs. Mary Sherman, Wife to Mr. David Sherman and Dautr of Mr. Stephen & Mrs. Eunice Starling, Who departed this Life May ye 25th, 1765, in ye 25th Year of Her Age.
This Stone is erected to the memory of Capt. David Sherman, who died August 22d, ISIo, in the 54th year of his age.
Also of his son,
Darid Sherman, who was sup- posed to be lost on his passage from Washington in North Carolina to New York with his whole crew in the schooner Recovery about the 20th of Decembr, ISoo, in the 25th year of his age.
In Memory of
Mrs. Rebecca, Wife of Capt. David Sherman, who died Mar. 4, 1825, aged 70 years.
In Memory of
Isaac Sherman, son of Mr. David & Mrs. Rebecca Sherman, died March ve Igth, A. D. 1784, Aged 14 months & 5 days.
In memory of
Mr. Ebenezer Sherman, who died Sept. 28th, IS19, aged 66 years.
Hervey Sherman, son of Mr. Sterl- ing & Mrs. Anna Sherman, died July Ist, IS05, aged 2 months & 15 days. In memory of
Mrs. Jemima Sherman, Relict of Mr. Nathaniel Sherman, who died Feby roth, ISO6, in the 77th year of her age.
Matthew Sherman. born Oct. 21. A. D., 1645, died --- A.D., 1698.
And Hannah Bulkley, his wife, died about 1712.
MATTHEW SHERMAN.
Born Oct 21º A . D. 1645 Died - A.D.1698
HANNAH BULKLEY, HIS WIFE. Died about A.D. 1712.
Erected by Rowland B Lacey 1885.
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APLV-1100 MR.S-SHERMAN
80 YS
Here lies the body of Deacn Seth Sherman, Who de- parted this life, August 7th, 1807, in the 53 year of his age.
Pause and consider where the good man lies, Mark well his path and follow to the skies.
Here lyes Buried the Body of Mr. Andrew Sherwood. Who de- parted this Life, Nov 234, 1767, in the 47th Year of His Age.
In Memory of
Anna W .. daughter of Charles & Miranda B. Sherwood, who died July 19, 1837, JE. 3 mos. & 22 ds.
David Sherwood, 1763.
This monument is erected to the memory of Capt. David Sherwood, who de- parted this life, July 17'h, 1811, in the 49th year of his age.
Time was, like me, he life possessest, And time shall be when I shall rest.
Ephraim S. Sherirood, died Nov. 3, 1867, Æ. 89 yrs. & 9 mo.
In memory of
Sally, wife of Ephraim Sherwood, who died Oct. 25, 1826, aged 44 years.
Sarah, wife of Ephraim S. Sherwood, died April 4, 1857, JE. 76 ys. & 10 mo. Here lyes Buried the Body of Mr. Gurdon Sherirood, who de- parted this life August ye 2211, 1772, in ye 32nd year of his age.
Here lyes Buried the Body of
Capt. John Sherwood, who de- parted this Life Sept. the 17th, 1779, in ya 74th year of His Age. 15
Here lyes ye Body of Mrs. Mary Sherwood, Wife to Capt. John Sherwood, Who departed this Life June ye 12th, 1767, in ye 58th year of Her Age.
Lucy, Daughter of Mr. Philemon and Mrs. Hepzibah Sherwood, was born June 10, 1795, & died March 27, 1799.
Here lyes the Body of Capt. Matthew Sherwood, de- parted this life ye 26th of October, 1715, in ye 72 Year of his age.
Here lyes the Body of Mrs. Mary Sherwood, wife to Capt. Matthew Sherwood, aged about 87 years. Decd December 25, 1730.
Here lyes the Body of Matthew Sherwood. that decesd 22 year, 1700 [or 1709.]
Here lies the Body of Nathaniel Sherwood, who died Octobr 24, 1784, in the 78th year of his age.
In memory of
Mrs. Mercy Sherwood, Wife of Mr. Nathaniel Sherwood, who died July 26, 1779, in the 76th year of her age.
Philemon Sherwood, died April 19, 1838, aged 76 years.
Hepsibah, wife of the late Philemon Sherwood, died Sept. 9, 1848, ÆE. 82 yrs.
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In memory of
Nathaniel Sherwood, son of Mr. Philemon and Mrs. Hepzibah Sher- wood, who was drowned May II, IS07, in the 20th year of his age. Dear lovely Son and Brother
Vain is the wish that calls thee back again, Vain is the wish, heaven is thy natal shore : There free from sorrow, free from every pain To thee the ills of life are known no more.
Rebecca J .. daughter of Mr. Charles & Mrs. Lois Sherwood, died Dec. 30, ISIS, aged 7 months & 23 days.
Here lyes Buried the Body of Capt. Samuel Sherirood. Decd Novr ye 10, Anno Domini 1732, in the 52 year of His Age.
Here lyes the Body of
Rebekah Sharwood. Wife to Capt. Samuel Sharwood, Aged 40 Years. Decd May 16th, 1721-2.
Here lyes ye Body of
Mrs. Mary Sherwood. Widow of Capt. Samuel Sherwood, Who died Sept. 18th, 1743, in ye 61st year of her age.
In memory of
Capt. Samuel Sherwood. who died Sept. Ioth, 1802, in the 71st year of his age.
In memory of
Ann, relict of Hezekiah Bradley, for- merly the wife of Capt. Samuel Sher- wood, who died Dec. 26, 1822, aged 84.
In memory of
Stephen Sherwood, who died July 12, 1837, aged 89 years.
Here lves the Body of
Doctr. Thomas Sherirood, who Decd May ye 7th, 1727, in ye qist year of his age.
Amanda Louisa, only child of Ste- phen & Harriet Silliman, who died Feb. 8, 1838, JE. 17 mo. 8 ds.
In memory of
Daniel Silliman. Esgr .. who de- parted this Life Febr 25th, A. D. 1773, in the 52 Year of his age.
In memory of
Mrs. Sarah Silliman. Wife of Mr. Daniel Silliman, that departed this life February ye 224, A. D. 1773, aged 48 years.
Hannah Silliman, Daugtr of Na- thaniel & Hannah Silliman, Decd Febry ye 18, 1826, Aged 2 years & 10 mo.
Sacred to the memory of
Loretta. Daughter of Capt. Nathaniel & Mrs. Chloe Silliman, who was born Sept. 23, 1791, & died Augst 24, 1794, aged 2 years 11 months I day.
Here lyes Buried ye Body of
Mrs. Ruth Silliman. Wife to Mr. Robert Silliman, Who Departed this life March ye 15th, 1756, Aged 58 years I month & 15 Das.
Rhoda Silliman. Daugtr of Mr. Robert & Mrs. Ruth Silliman, Died April 224, A. D. 1739, aged 3 years, 9 months & 16 Days.
Here lyes ye Body of Ruth Silliman, ye Dautr of Robert & Ruth Silliman, aged 6 years I mo. & 2 days ; who Died Sept. 23, 1727.
In memory of
Capt. Seth Silliman, who died March 313t, 1808, in the 67th year of his age.
In memory of
Mrs. Lois Silliman, wife to Capt. Seth Silliman, who Died July 13, 1807, in the 63d year of her age.
In memory of
Mr. Seth Silliman, son of Capt. Seth & Mrs. Lois Silliman, who died Decr 1st, 1794, aged 21 years, I month & 7 days.
In memory of Elisabeth, wife of Seth Silliman, who died Oct. 10, 1826, aged 54 years.
In memory of
Mr. Josiah Smith, who departed this Life August 26th, 1794, Aged 37 years.
In memory of
Lewis. son of Tertullus Stephenson & Sarah his Wife, who died Sept. II, 1805, Æ. 9 years. In memory of
Abijah Sterling, Esqr., who died March 17th, 1802, in the 57th year of his age.
In memory of
Mrs. Eunice Sterling, relict of Abijah Sterling, Esq., who died Feb. 15, 1816, in the 73 year of her age.
George, Son of Mr. David & Mrs. Deborah Sterling, died March 5th, 1802, aged I year & 2 days.
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