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Betsey, daughter of Thomas and Mary Noyes, died Sept. 7, 1860, aged 81 years.
In memory of Mary Ann, wife of Anderson Burdick, who died Dec. 2, 1831, aged 26 years.
In memory of Fanny, wife of Dudley R. Thompson, who died Aug .4, 1851, in the 39th year of her age. She sleeps in Jesus.
Mary, wife of Nathaniel Noyes, died April 1, 1852, aged 75 years. Nathaniel Noyes, died Nov. 22, 1854, in the 83rd year of his age.
Almira, daughter of William and Eliza Chesebro, died Mch. 10th, 1862, aged 22 years. We loved her ,oh no tongue can tell how much we loved her and how well; God loved her too, He thought it best to take her home with Him to rest.
Sarah Noyes, wife of Joseph Wilbur, died Nov. 11, 1875. The stone has sunk so low that it could not be read.
In memory of Joseph Wilbur, who died Jan. 12, 1852, aged 42 years.
In memory of Mrs. Nabby Hallam, daughter of Capt. Amos and De- sire Hallam, who died Jan. 1, 1842, aged 80 years. Erected by Elisha . Brown Jr.
In memory of Mrs. Abigail Hallam, relict of Mr. John Hallam, who died Oct. 6th, 1801 in the 81st, year of her age. Here in the history of my age, men who review my days, may read God's love in every page, in every line his praise.
In memory of Mr. John Hallam, who departed this life Dec. 27th, A. D. 1785 in ye 67th, year of his age. The sweet remembrance of the just, shall flourish when they sleep in dust.
In memory of Mrs. Abigail, daughter of Mr. John and Abigail Hal- lam, who died Feb. 4th, 1780 aged 38 years. Death is a debt to nature due, which I have paid and so must you.
In memory of Prudence Hallam, who died Aug, 21st, 1831 aged 88 yrs.
To the memory of Mr. Amos Hallam, aged 22, Son of Capt. Amos Hallam and Mrs. Desire, his wife, who died at sea Aug. 1st, 1784. A youth possesed of every charm, those enduring qualities which endeared him. Truly delightful to his family, and decidedly amiable to all his companions. Victorious is thy aim death, nor age nor sex are free. The youngest give their vital breath and yield their lives to thee.
This monument is erected to the memory of Alexander, son of Amos and Desire Hallam, who died at Hanover Town in Virginia, April 28th, 1798, aged 23 years and 5 months. Just as the youth to many years is grown, his days are numbered, and God calls him home.
Alexander, son of Elisha and Desire Faxon, died July 16th, 1802 aged 1 month and 16 days.
In memory of Alexander H. son of Elisha and Desire Faxon, who died July 24th, 1801 aged 16 months and 15 days. Since the Lord hath thought it best, sleep sweet babe and take thy rest.
In memory of Hannah, wife of Thomas Hallam, who died, May 15th, 1836, aged 62 years. For so He giveth his beloved sleep.
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In memory of Thomas Hallam, who died March 28th, 1854 aged 88 years. To die is to gain.
In memory of John Hallam, who died July 29th, 1833 aged 74. A patriot of the Revolution.
In memory of Capt. Amos Hallam, who died Jan. 3rd, 1816 aged 79 years. An affectionate husband and parent a patriot and philanthrop- ist.
In memory of Mrs. Desire, relict of Capt. Amos Hallam, who died Aug. 6th, 1825 aged 91 years.
Thomas Noyes, died Nov. 1831, aged 92 years. Mary, his wife, died March 1833 aged 94 years. Erected July 8th, 1882 by their grandson, Franklin Noyes.
Mercy, wife of Nathaniel Palmer Jr., died Aug. 8th, 1826 aged 49 years. A parent, friend and neighbor, kind and affectionate, highly respected in life, in death, much lamented.
Nancy L., wife of Charles T. Stanton, daughter of Nathaniel and Mercy Palmer, died Dec. 3rd, 1838 aged 32 years. The stone is sunk and could not read the lines.
To the memory of an infant, son of Nathaniel and Nancy Palmer, who died Oct. 29th, 1791. Also a daughter, of Nathaniel and Mercy Palmer, who died Sept. 20th, 1811 aged 6 weeks.
In memory of Paul, son to Mr. Nathaniel and Mrs. Grace Palmer, who died Sept. 17th, 1766, aged 5 months.
In memory of Nancy Palmer, wife of Mr. Nathaniel Palmer Jr., who died Oct. 29th, 1791 in the 19th year of her age.
This stone is erected in affectionate memory of Nathaniel Palmer Jr., who died Sept. 27th, 1819 aged 50 years. Absent from earth now rise my soul, ascend the heavens where planets roll.
THOMAS MINER YARD.
This yard is situated opposite the house of Cornelius Miner on the cement road from Mystic to Stonington near Quiambaug Cove at right of highway.
In memory of Sheppard Cottrell, who died April 7, 1847, aged 23 years. Yes, again we hope to meet thee, when the day of life is fled, then in heaven with joy to greet thee, where no farewell tear is shed.
Mary, widow of Sheppard Cottrell, died August 23, 1860, aged 82 years. Blessed are the dead, who die in the Lord.
Joanna F., daughter of Dudley E. and Iantha Chesebro, died Sept. 20, 1849, A E 18 da.
Elisha Yerrington, aged 69 years. His wife, Almira Justin, aged 72 years.
Philo Sheldon, born Jan. 20, 1848, died April 17, 1909. His wife Agnes E. Chapman, born Nov. 6, 1879, died Dec. 19, 1902.
Sally Austin, 1810-1890.
In memory of Samuel Wilcox, who died Dec. 29, 1834, aged 44 years.
In memory of Ann, wife of Samuel Wilcox, who died Dec. 10, 1834, aged 35 years.
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In memory of Phineas, son of Samuel and Ann Wilcox, who died July 25, 1847, aged 20 years.
Roswell B., son of Roswell B. and Mary Palmer, died Sept. 30, 1849, aged 9 ds.
Hannah W., daughter of Silas and Eliza A. West, died Nov. 1, 1843, aged 3 years and 7 mo.
Mother-Nancy Alexander, died Oct. 17, 1834, aged 30 years.
Lovisa, died April 16, 1835, aged 19 years.
Asa F., died Aug. 10, 1839, aged 21 years.
The above are children of Shepherd and Mary Cottrell .
Edward E., son of Leonard and Martha W. Wilcox, 1857-1916.
Leonard Wilcox, Co. E. 21st. Regt., Conn., died Dec. 16, 1862, AE 35.
Martha N., wife of Leonard Wilcox, died Jan. 16, 1859, aged 19 years, 10 mo., 16 ds. The rising sigh, the flowing tear, and fond re- gret we mingle here, but dare not murmur or complain, our loss is her eternal gain; through death's dark vale she calmly trod, to join her Saviour and her God.
Mr. Henry Miner, died Feb. 2, 1828, aged 17 years. For what is your life, even a vapour, that appeareth for a little while and vanishes away.
On a marble stone with willows and urn appears. In memory of Capt. Manassah Miner, Jr., who died Sept. 4th A. D. 1815, aged 30 years. He lived beloved and died lamented.
Manassah, son of Capt. Manassah and Mrs. Phebe Miner, died April 14, 1814, aged 11 ms. Sleep on sweet babe, and take thy rest; God called thee home, He saw it best.
In memory of Lydia, daughter of Manassah and Hannah Miner, who was born June 5, 1792, and died Dec. 24th, 1793, aged 18 mo. and 9 ds.
Lucretia Merit, daughter of Archibald and Lucretia Merit, died June 15th, 1797, aged 1 year and 17 ds. Peace to thy dusty bed, thou lovely sleeping clay; here rest thy infant head, till time shall pass away.
Phineas Wilcox, died at sea Sept. 14, 1839, aged 43 years.
Mercy, wife of Phineas Wilcox, died Dec. 11, 1857, aged 63 years.
Susan, daughter of Phineas and Mercy Wilcox, died Feb. 1, 1826, aged 8 years and 5 mos.
Phineas, son of Phineas and Mercy Wilcox, died July 19, 1824, aged 4 mos.
Mehitable, daughter of Absalom and Susannah Miner, died Nov. 14, 1806, aged 8 mos.
In memory of William, son of William and Abigail Miner, who died July 20, 1779, aged 1 day.
Hannah, wife of Asa Miner, daughter of Ebenezer and Mary Har- rington, died Sept. 10th, 1825, aged 44 years.
Asa, son of Asa and Hannah Miner, died at Santa Cruz, Calif., Aug. 1, 1856, aged 44.
Ebenezer, son of Job Harrington, born at Greenwich, R. I., died at Stonington Ct. 1790, aged 75.
Mary, widow of Ebenezer Harrington and daughter of Benjamin
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Mory, born at South Kingston, R. I., died at Sherman, Chautauqua Co., N. Y., 1842, aged 82 years.
In memory of Manassah Miner, who departed this life Aug. 25, 1837, in the 83rd year of his age. Consider friends 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 Hannah Miner, wife of Manassah Miner, wlio de- parted this life Sept. 4, 1801, in the 46th year of her age. Write blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth, yea saith the spirit, that they may rest from their labors and their works do follow them.
In memory of Prudence Miner, daughter of Thomas and Sarah Miner, who was born April 24th 1756, and died Dec. 21st, 1800, in the 43rd year of her age. Naked as from the earth we came and crept to life at first, so to the earth we turn again, and mingle with the dust.
In memory of Thomas Miner, son of Thomas and Lucretia Miner, who died at Martinico, April 18th, 1796, aged 19 years. Life how short, eternity how long.
In Memory of Lucretia Merrit, wife of Archibald Merrit, who died May 17th, 1800, in the 27th year of her age. My lover friend, fam- iliar all, removed from sight and out of call, to dark oblivion is re- tired, dead to me or at least expired.
This is a white marble stone with willow and urn. In memory of Mary Miner, wife of Amos Miner, who departed this life Dec. 22nd, A D 1812, in the 29th year of her age.
In memory of Enoch Miner, son of William and Abigail Miner, who died June 9th, 1803, in the 19 year of his age. He lived beloved and died lamented.
Hattie L., daughter of Charles W. and Eliza Burdick, died Oct. 3, 1862, aged 1 year and 7 months.
In memory of Nancy, widow of Asa Miner, who died Mch. 2, 1858, aged 65 years.
Austin, son of Asa and Nancy Miner, died Jan. 19, 1835, aged 9 months and 18 days.
Mary Miner, born Oct. 5, 1808, died Jan. 22, 1885.
Mary Allyn Noyes, wife of Cornelius Miner, born Sept. 10, 1862, died Jan. 2, 1908.
George W. Haskell, 1894-1915.
Berthia A. Alexander, died Sept. 1, 1884, aged 69 years and 11 days. Gone home.
John W. Hoxie, Co. H, 4 Regt., R. I. Vols., died March 29, 1895.
Annie R, daughter of John W. and Mary Hoxie, born Sept .28, 1868, died July 15, 1912.
In memory of Clarissa, widow of Ephriam Miner, who died Aug. 21, 1869, aged 75 years.
Mary Denison, wife of Elisha Wilcox, died June 15, 1867, aged 57 years, 7 mo and 9 days.
Hannah, daughter of Elisha and Mary Wilcox, died Feb. 27, 1863, aged 20 years and 14 days.
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In memory of Capt. Jesse Willcox, who died July 5, 1828, in the 40th year of his age.
Infant daughter of Silas and Emma J. Wilcox, who died July 8, 1813, ae 2 days. Sleep on sweet babe, and take thy rest; God called thee home, he thought it best.
In memory of Capt. Jesse Wilcox, who died July 5, 1825, aged 67 years.
Hannah A., daughter of Elias and Hannah L. Willcox, died Oct. 9, 1857, aged 2 yrs, 6 mos and 7 days. Yes, she's gone to be an angel, and with the angels stand, a crown upon her forehead, a harp within her hand.
Lucie B., daughter of Nathan and Lucie Strickland, born Apr. 22, 1872, died May 13, 1872.
In memory of Thomas Miner, son of Thomas and Sarah Miner, who died June 3, 1839, aged 90 years.
In memory of widow Sarah Fellowes. Her first husband was Thomas Miner. She departed this life May 17th, 1803, in the 85th year of her age. Heaven has confirmed the great decree that Adam's race must die.
In memory of Thomas Miner, who departed this life Nov. 22nd, 1760, in the 54th year of his age. What man is there that liveth and shall not see death .- No. 98 in History of Stonington.
Eunice Wilcox, wife of John A .Tucker, died Jan. 18, 1861, aged 31 years, 6 mo, 18 d. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.
In memory of Elisha Willcox, died Nov. 29, 1879, aged 77 years.
Jesse, son of Elisha and Mary Willcox, died Oct. 26, 1848, aged 16 years and 8 mo. The youth who late with vigor shone, now lies en- closed beneath this stone, from death's arrest no age is free.
Father-Mother, Lodowick P. Willocx, died April 5, 1833, aged 38 yrs. Fanny Cottrell, his wife, died Nov. 15, 1886, aged 86 years. Rest for the weary.
Ann, daughter of Silas and Emma F. Willcox ,died May 13, 1849, AE 11mo. No more the smiling babe is seen, behold the gasping tomb; the tender plant so fresh and green, has met its final doom.
Mehetable, widow of Jesse Willcox, died Dec 23, 1868, aged 98 years, 4 mo and 2 ds.
In memory of Susannah Miner, wife of Absalom Miner, who died May 13th, 1806, in the 21st year of her age. Death is a debt to nature due, which I have paid and so must you.
Infant daughter of Elias and Hannah L. Willcox, died June 1 ,1860, aged 8 ds.
In memory of Mrs. Prudence Miner, wife of Dea Thomas Miner, who died Nov. 20th, 1823, aged 81 years. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.
In memory of Mrs. Lucretia Miner, wife of Mr. Thomas Miner, she died Jan. ye 6th, 1781 in ye 44th year of her age. Raphael, behold me all undrest, here gently lay this flesh to rest .- No. 171 in History of Stonington.
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In memory of Hannah, the wife of Dea. Thomas Miner, who died Dec. ye 9th, A.D. 1761 in ye 77th year of her age .- No. 62 in History of Stonington.
In memory of Mrs. Lydia, daughter of Thomas Miner, who departed this life June 26th, 1788 in ye 62nd year of her age.
In memory of Asa Miner, who died May 16th, 1856 in the 78th year of his age.
In memory of Prudence, wife of Gilbert Chesebrough, who died Aug. 10th, 1825 in the 23rd year of her age.
Capt. Thomas Miner, Sept. 26th, 1806. His wife, Mary Elizabeth, Nov. 24th, 1827, Aug. 9th, 1884 .- No. 318 in History in Stonington.
Little Hannah, daughter of Thomas and Mary E. Miner, died March 25th, 1854 aged 1 year 7 months, and 12 days.
Asa Ashbey Miner, son of Thomas Miner and Malvena Williams, born Oct. 5th, 1872, died April 15th, 1874.
Mr. Jesse Miner, died May 2nd, 1833, aged 56. Stop, my friend, and look on me, and think upon Eternity.
Sally Hilliard, widow of Jesse Miner, and afterward of Bartholmew Hedden, died March 2nd, 1865 aged 81 years. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
Hannah Emily, died March 27th, 1864, aged 44 years. James, died Nov. 1st, 1818, aged 6 years. Also Charlotte, died June 15th, 1828, aged 5 months. Safe with our loving Saviour. Children of Jesse and Sally Miner.
Mary M. Hoxie, wife of John N. Hoxie, died Dec. 12th, 1913.
Our Little Willie, son of John W. and Mary M. Hoxie, died March 17, 1882, aged 3 yrs. 2 months, and 6 days. Yes, He took our darling Willie, up in Heaven with Him, to dwell, but we'll not greive nor mourn, for he doeth all things well.
Ira C. Latham, Co. K, 10th Inf., Conn. Vol., died Dec. 7th, 1912, AE 64.
In memory of Ephraim Miner, who died March 7th, 1859 in the 72nd year o fhis age.
In memory of Nancy Willcox, wife of Jesse Willcox, who died Sept. 2nd, 1796, in the 35th year of her age. A kind and loving companion from the marriage until her blessed Lord was pleased to remove her by death.
DAVIS AND BEEBE YARD
This yard is a pasture, west of the home of Arthur G. Wheeler, and northwest of the schoolhouse at Taugwonk.
Mary, wife of Clark Davis, died Feb. 6th, 1848, aged 75 years, 5 months and 9 days. She sleeps in Jesus and is blest, how sweet her slumbers are, from suffering and from pain, released, and free from every care.
Clark Davis, born, Feb. 22nd, 1771, died April 1st, 1853. Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.
In memory of Clark Davis Jr., who died March 18th, 1830, aged 34
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years. Jesus has called my spirit home, I could no longer stay. My soul I trust with Him alone, until an endless day.
In memory of Oliver B., son of Clark and Mary Davis, who died March 29th, 1831, aged 33 years. Behold and see as you pass by, as you are now, so once was I. As I am now, so must you be, prepare for death and follow me.
In memory of Amy Davis, who died April 10th, 1811, in the 62nd year of her age. Epitaph not legible.
Sacred to the memory of Lucretia Davis, who died April 10th, 1823, aged 36 years. Farewell Lucretia, lovely maid adieu. Our bleeding hearts consign thee to the tomb, in this lone spot (your choice, re- served for you) deep shrouded in the solitary gloom, thy soul prepared by grace, is called away, to realms of light and joy to us unknown, and there remain to wait the approaching day, when Christ shall raise thee perfect like, His own.
Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Clark and Elisha H. Davis, died Oct. 1, 1830, aged 5 years. Sleep on dear child, and take thy rest, God called thee home, He thought it best.
In memory of Capt. Jesse Beebe, who died Dec. 28, 1853, aged 54 years and 3 months. Part of this stone is broken off and down .
Esther, wife of Capt. Jesse Beebe, died July 20, 1851, aged 51 years and 12 days. She now has reached the peaceful shore, where stormy billows rage no more, and could she speak to you, she'd say. "O weep not o'er my crumbling clay.
In memory of Experience, wife of Noah Beebe, who died Oct. 11th, 1828, AE 63. The grave is now a favored spot to spirits who sleep in Jesus blest, for there the wicked trouble not, and there the weary are at rest.
In memory of Lydia, wife of Capt. Austin G. Beebe, who died Jan. 22nd, 1837, in the 31st year of her age.
In memory of Lydia H., wife of Capt. Austin G. Beebe, who died Feb. 13th, 1847, aged 40 years. Here rest in sweet repose until the Lord shall come, then rise and soar with Him to the Eternal home .- Capt. Austin Beebe's last wife is buried at Stonington Boro, in the Robinson Yard.
William J., son of Austin and Lydia Beebe, died Nov. 18, 1834, aged 3 months.
Lydia Ann, daughter of Capt. Austin and Lydia Ann Beebe, died Sept. 14th, 1837, aged 8 months.
Harriet M., daughter of Jesse and Esther Beebe, died Aug. 2nd, 1838, aged 4 years and 8 months.
Sarah Hobart, daughter of Charles M. and Mary E. Gavitt, died Jan. 26th, 1845, aged 7 years, 3 months and 23 days. Sleep on dear child and take thy rest, God called thee home, He thought it best.
WHEELER AND BENTLEY YARD
The Wheeler and Bentley yard is situated on the left of the cement road not far from Westerly, going to North Stonington.
In this Wheeler yard is a monument, with three names inscribed
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thereon, viz; Richard Wheeler, son of Allen and Jemima A. Wheeler, Feb. 16, 1829-Nov. 22, 1923. Also his wife, Lucy B. Bentley, daughter of Russell and Susan Stanton Bentley, July 17, 1829-Nov. 6, 1910. Also Richard B. Wheeler, July 23, 1867-March 31, 1916.
Harriet D. Bentley, first wife of John D. Babcock, born Jan. 24, died Jan. 31st, 1789. He giveth His beloved sleep. Erected by J. R. and S. H. Babcock.
Bertha Elizabeth, daughter of David N. and Harriet D. Gallup, died Oct. 30th, 1864, aged 3 years and 6 months.
In memory of Russell Bentley, who died Sept. 25th, 1852, aged 61 years. Weep not for me, my children dear, tho lonely be your lot, it was my Saviour called me, it must not be forgot, he took me from a bed of pain, where long you watched my sleep, but I'd a precious hope in Christ, so trust in God and do not weep. ,
Lucy Bentley, died May 1st, 1854, aged 69 years.
In memory of Susan Stanton, wife of Russell Bentley, who died Nov 20th, 1844, aged 46 years. A wife beloved, a mother dear, a sister fond, a friend sincere, in silence sleeps and slumbers here, beloved by friendship's choicest dear.
In memory of Lucy, wife of George Bentley, who died Jan. 7th, 1844, aged 88 years.
In memory of George Bentley, Revolutionary Soldier, who died May 3rd, 1831, aged 74 years.
In memory of Henry Bentley, who died April 15th, 1833, aged 33.
In memory of Ira N. Bentley, who died, July 9th, 1838, aged 36 years.
In memory of Jonathan Bentley, who died Aug. 22nd, 1848, aged 66 years. When mourning o'er this stone, I bend, in memory of my dear- est friend, my Saviour marks the tears I shed, for He did weep o'er Lazarus dead.
Stephen Babcock, died Nov. 10th, 1870, aged 77 years.
Emma Avery Bentley, wife of Stephen Babcock, died Jan. 14th, 1876, aged 80 years
In memory of Susan E., daughter of Russell Bentley, who died Dec. 22nd, 1844, aged 17 years. Here rests in peaceful slumber, much be- loved youth, whose virtuous heart, was the abode of truth. Though early called from dearest earthly ties, thou welcomed death, thy spirit sought the skies.
David Nelson Gallup, died May 28th, 1863, in the 43rd, year of his age. Farewell, my dear husband, thy sufferings are ended, thou art sleeping in Jesus-thy spirit ascended to the home of the blest, where angels greet thee; though I now mourn thy absence, in heaven I hope to meet thee. Dear wife, may faith's consoling power, thy tears of love restrain, oh, who that saw my parting hour, could wish me here again. Hope on, my dear family, when a few more days are o'er, you will meet me in Heaven, where parting is no more.
The Gardner (Quakers) Yard, near this, has stones, but no inscrip- tions on them.
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THE WILLIAM MINER YARD
On the west bank of Quiambaug Cove.
In memory of William Miner, who died Feb. 25th, 1833, in the 82nd year of his age A soldier of the American Revolution.
In memory of Mrs. Abigail, wife of Mr. William Miner, who died June 5th, 1818, in the 70th year of her age.
In memory of Joseph P. Miner, who died March 4th, 1860, aged 77 years.
In memory of Nancy, wife of Joseph P. Miner, who died March 12, 1872, aged 87 years.
In memory of Saxll, daughter of William and Abigail Miner, who de- parted this life ,April 7th, 1848, in the 75th year of her age.
In memory of Abigail, wife of Joseph McCabe, who died April 29th, 1852, in the 72nd, year of her age.
In memory of Sabrina, widow of William Swain, who died July 8th, 1856, in the 81st, year of her age.
William, son of Joseph and Nancy Miner, who died Nov. 15th, 1826, in his twelfth year.
George, son of Joseph and Nancy Miner, who died Jan. 7th, 1827, aged 1 year and 4 months.
Elizabeth, daughter of Joseph and Nancy Miner, who died Nov. 9th, 1826, in her 8th year.
Joseph Miner, March 24th, 1891, aged 82 years and 7 months.
Sabrina Avery, wife of Joseph Miner, March 26th, 1891, aged 78 yrs. 10 months.
Eliza A. Miner, June 25th, 1891, aged 50 years.
George H., son of Jesse and Mary Miner, who died Aug. 21st, 1849, in the sixteenth year of his age.
In memory of Jesse Miner, Feb. 10th, 1809, -Sept. 21st, 1889.
Mary Miner, wife of Jesse Miner, born, Oct. 5th, 1812, died Dec. 20, 1882.
Ambrose Miner, son of Jesse and Mary Miner, Oct. 27th, 1831-Mar. 8th, 1907. Far from the madding crowd's ignoble strife, their sober wishes never learned to stray, along the cool sequestered vale of life, they kept the noiseless tenor of thir way.
Elisha Brown, died Nov. 7th, 1864, aged 76.
Desire, wife of Elisha Brown, died Jan. 1st, 1871, aged 83.
In memory of Lydia M. daughter of Elisha and Desire Brown, who died, Oct. 24th, 1830, aged 13. Pause and hear the voice of reason, catch the moments as they fly, you who love the present season, you must all find time to die.
William Brown, born 1828, died 1893.
Joseph Kavanaugh, born July 26th, 1846, died May 23rd, 1921, aged 74 years.
Ellen Kavanaugh, born Aug. 9th, 1818, died Sept. 5th, 1902, aged 84.
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ELNATHAN MINER YARD (Head of Quiambaug Cove)
In memory of Lieutenant Elnathan Miner, who died Oct. 11, 1750, aged 85 years.
In memory of Elnathan Miner, son of Lieut. Elnathan Miner and Rebecca Miner, who died July 29, 1758, aged 62 years.
Mr. David Miner, who died Feb. 22, 1807, aged 80 years. Consider you, my loving friend, that time with you will have an end, thy day on earth must shortly cease, oh may you meet your God in peace.
Bethiah Miner, relict of David Miner, who died Jan. 5, 1811, aged 82 years. This body herewith lies in dust, in this cold grave doth gently rest, united to our Saviour's love, till Jesus bids it rise above.
Hannah Miner, died May 13, 1833, aged 60 . Her days in weariness were spent, we hope her soul is now at rest.
Anna Miner, died Dec. 4, 1837, aged 76. No more the weary Pilgrim mourns, the unfettered soul to God returns.
Bethiah Miner, died Nov. 15, 1847, aged 88 years.
Quite a distance from this yard, nearer the water, is found one grave with this inscription-Eliza, daughter of Simeon and Mary Hall died May 25, 1846, aged 38 years.
BENTLEY YARD
This yard is situated on the old Turnpike Road between the house of Frank W. Main and Mrs. Bertha York Burdick, at the left of the road driving east.
Sarah Brown, daughter of Daniel and Esther Bentley, died Aug. 28, 1883, aged 44 years and 14 days.
Sacred to the memory of Nancy Wheeler, daughter of Hosea and Es- ther Wheeler, wife of J. Langworthy, died July 28th, 1854, aged 44 yrs. and 10 months. Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
Capt. Daniel Bentley, died March 26, 1875, aged 86 years and 11 days. A Christian life, a triumphant death, a glorious future.
In memory of Esther, wife of Capt. Daniel Bentley, who died July 18, 1852, in the 52nd year of her age. Precious in the sight of the Lord, is the death of His saints.
Erected by James Koopman, to the memory of his beloved wife, Mrs. Esther B. Koopman, daughter of Daniel and Esther Bentley, died Sept. 20th, 1854, aged 19 years. A wife, a mother and an angel in one brief year, her piety, her lofty virtues, and her serene loveliness rendered her an ornament to her sex. Too beautiful and pure for earth, she passed early to Heaven. We weep for her.
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