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461 r [Ogden Monument] [West side] SACRED TO THE Memory of E B DAYTON OGDEN BORN MAY 22 1800 DIED FEB 24 1865
[On East side] HER HOPE
AND HER GLORY
[Ogden Monument, South side] SACRED to the memory OF SUSAN DAYTON DAUGHTER of the Reverend FREDERICK BEASLEY D. D. grand daughter of JONATHAN DAYTON & WIFE OF E B DAYTON OGDEN
OGDan
GOV. AARON OGDEN MONUMENT.
CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
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SHE WAS BORN ON THE 13th OF JUNE 1805 AND DIED ON THE 7th OF APRIL 1848 IN THE FAITH AND PATIENCE OF THE GOSPEL SHE WAS A TRUE DAUGHTER OF THE CHURCH AND IN THE LANGUAGE OF THE BISHOP OF THE DIOCESE
WHO KNEW HER FROM HER YOUTH AND WAS WITH HER ALMOST TO THE LAST " THE MODEL OF A CHRISTIAN LADY AND A CHRISTIAN MOTHER "
"Right dear in the sight of the Lord is the death of his Saints ,,
[North side blank]
462 Y [Col. Aaron Ogden Monument] [On West side]
Col Aaron Ogden L. L. D. ob April XIX, MDCCCXXXIX an. æt. LXXXIII And his Consort Elisabeth Chetwood ob Sept. XXVII MDCCCXXVI an. æt. LX. OGDEN
[On North side] I am
The Resurection and The Life saith The Lord
[Ogden Monument] [South side]
Their Children
E B Dayton ob Aug VIII MDCCXCIX an. æt. II
Aaron ob Oct V MDCCCOIII æt VI months
John Robert ob. Jan XXII, MDCCCXLV an. æt LI.
[On East side] Matthias ob July XVII, MDCCCLX ; an æt LXVIII
Mary C. Wife of G C Barber ob Mar. XXIII MDCCCLXIII an æt LXXIV.
Phebe Ann ob Nov XXX MDCCCLXV an æt LXXV.
[Horizontal slab] 463 r
Sacred to the Memory of SARAH PLATT
Daughter of Zopher & Rebekah Platt Wife of Robert Ogden Junior Esquire Serjeant at Law She died in Childbed January 21st 1782 In the 31st Year of her Age
In the Bloom of Life
Adorned with every outward Grace Enriched with every Christian Virtue She bid adieu to Earth and went to Heaven Twas the Survivor died !
Grief worn traveller ! Go learn Submission to the Will of God
Permanent Felicity is not For Man on Earth
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464 r [Horizontal] This Tablet is inscribed in memory of Mary Barber Wife of Francis Barber and Daughter Of Robert and Phebe Ogden Who died October 7th 1773 in ye 21st Year Of her age
She adorned every character she sustained In life and augmented the felicity of All around her In her you saw a Pattern of Fillial Duty Fidelity to her Friends, Love to her Husband And unfeigned Piety to her God By him she had been divinely taught That One Thing was Needful So that The intruding cares of Connubial Life Interrupted not her Homage to the Great Parent of All
Reader ! E'er yet thou pass this Earthly scene Revere her name & be what she has been !
465 r Here lies interred the Body of phebe Ogden Dec'd Octr ye 14 1735 In ye 17th year of her Age is this ye fate that all must die will Death no Ages spair then let us All to Jesus flie and seek for refuge there
466 r Here Lyeth The Body of Mrs Hannah Ogden, Wife of Robert Ogden who Slept in JESUS October 30th 1726 Ætatis Suæ 36
467 r Here ly the Remains of Robert Ogden Esqr O bijt Nov 20th A. D. I733 Ætat
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One dear to God to Man most dear A Pillar in both Church & State Was he whose precious Dust lies here Whose Soul doth with bright Seraphs mate His Name immortal shall remain Till this cold Clay revive again
468 r [Horizontal] To the Memory of Mrs HANNAH OGDEN Daughter of Gen1 Elias Dayton & Relict of Gen1 Matthias Ogden who died IIth Decr 1802 Aged 44 Years
JANE CHANDLER OGDEN her daughter died gth Sepr 1789 Aged 10 months
466 Daughter of Jasper Crane.
467 Son of Jonathan and Rebecca Ogden.
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CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
469 [Horizontal] Sacred to the memory of General Matthias Ogden who died on the 31st day of March 1791 Aged XXXVI years
In him were united those various virtues of the Soldier the Patriot and the Friend which endear men to society. Distress failed not to find relief in his bounty. Unfortunate merit a refuge in his generosity. If manly sense and dignity of mind
If social virtues lib'ral and refin'd
Nipp'd in their bloom deserve compassion's tears
Then reader Weep, for Ogden's dust lies here
Weed his grave clean ye men of genius for he was your kinsman Tread lightly on his ashes ye men of feeling for he was your brother
470 r [Horizontal] Here lies entombed In expectation of the resurrection of the Saints The Body of Mary Stockton relict of Job Stockton Esq™ of Princeton She lived A generous Benefactor to the poor, A tender Parent of the orphan In her friendship open and candid Inculcating and practising virtue She set an example of undesembled Piety She died In the hope of the Gospel of Jesus on the 29th Day of January A. D. 1795 Aged 65 Years & 7 Months
470 Daughter of Robert and Phebe Ogden.
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471 m REV. THOMAS A. OGDEN DIED Dec. 8. 1878. In the 77th Year of his age
Also his Nurse MARY DRAKE Died Jan. 17. 1826. In the 83ª Year of her age.
The sweet remembrance of the just, Shall flourish when they sleep in dust.
472 7 Sacred to the Memory of Stephen Crane Esqr who departed this life July ye Ist A. D. 1780. In the 71st Year of his Age.
Having been Elected for a series of Years to ye chief Magistracy of ye Place and to a Seat in the Grand Council of ye State He discharged the Duties of those important Stations, with strict Integrity and general Approbation.
473 r HERE lies interr'd the Remains of Mrs. Phebe. the wife of Stephen Crane Esqr who departed this Life Augt ye 28th Ano Dom 1776 In ye 62ª Year of her Age
474 r
Here Lieth ye Body of Daniel Craine Deceased February ye 24 Aº 17234 In ye 51 Year of his Age.
Here Lieth ye Body of Daniel Crane Jun' Deceased ye 25 of February Aº 17234 In ye 20 Year of his Age.
475 Y HERE lies ye Body of Phebe Wife of Stephen Crane Esq who departed this Life March ye 10th A. D. 1786 In ye 38th Year of her Age.
She was the Mother of II Children.
476 r In memory of Stephen Crane who died Feb. the 11th 1796 in the 59th year of his age
477 [Horizontal] SACRED To the Memory of General WILLIAM CRANE who died July 30 1814 Aged 67 years
One of the firmest patriots of our revolution ; in the darkest period of his country's oppression & danger, he volunteered in her cause & was wounded in her defence. Probity, benevolence and patriotism characterized his life. He lived beloved & died lamented
471 Son of Elias and Mary Anderson Ogden.
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CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
His sons have caused this monument a faint tribute of gratitude & affection to be erected over his grave
Also of ABIGAIL CRANE wife of Gen1 William Crane, who died July 22ª 1825, Aged 62 years
478 m IN Memory of JOANNA M WIFE OF John O. Mage, and Daughter of William, and Abigail Crane ; who died Jany 30th, 1820 In the 22nd Year of her age
"Oh Mother ! who is left to love as thou hast lov'd ; For the cold grave did veil thee early from my sight But I will strive as best such frail one may, To follow thee to Heaven."
A tribute of a Daughter's affection
479 r P. M. C. SACRED To the Memory of PHEBE M. daughter of William & Abigail Crane : who died February 28th 1820; in the 25th year of her age
Also, three children of William & Abigail Crane ; MARIA, died Augst 3rd 1785 Aged 7 months. SARAH died Augst 7th 1786 Aged 3 months CHARLES died Augst gth 1789 Aged 3 months
480 r J. C In memory of JANE widow of Stephen Crane Esqr who died Jany 29th 1822 Aged 61 years
Why was unbelieving I Trembling so afraid to die Now my feet in safety stand Here within the promis'd land
481 m IN MEMORY OF MARY DAUGHTER OF Stephen and Jane Crane who died May 2ª 1826 : In the 38th Year of her age
" For this corruptible must put on in- corruption and this mortal must put on immortality."
There is a world we have not seen That wasting time can ne'er destroy Where mortal footsteps hath not been ; Nor ear hath caught its sounds of joy.
482 r W. M.
In memory of WILLIAM MILLER who died July 15th 1817 ; in the 51st year of his age.
Also two children of William & Sarah Miller MOSES died Jany 31st 1800 aged 7 months & 3 days ESTHER C. died Octr 19th 1807 aged 5 years II months & 3 days
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483 r In memory of Ann wife of William Miller who departed this life July the 18th 1795 in the 28th Year of her age Susanna Daughter of William & Anne Miller died Novr the 4th 1793 aged 16 months
484 m JOANNA WIFE OF CHARLES MILLER died Dece 3ª 1859 ; Aged 46 Years and 6 Months
Farewell my Partner and my Friends, Our sufferings here soon have an end Farewell dear Children my life is past My love to you while life did last Then after me no sorrow take But love each other for my sake
485 m IN MEMORY of STEPHEN O. MARSH who died Aug. 21, 184I. Aged 29 Years and II Months
Stop passing stranger drop one tear, A Husband Father Friend lies here
486 m IN Memory of JOHN MORSE SON OF Stephen O. & Joanna MARSH who died July 30th [843 ; Aged 8 years 7 months and 22 days
Oh what is life ! tis like a flower That blossoms & is gone Death comes and like a wintry day It cuts the lovely flower away.
487 r
HERE lies ye Body of Mrs. Elizabeth wife of Mr. Sam1 Miller who deceas'd Novm the 13th A D. 1747, In ye 73ª Year of her Age-
488 ? Here Lyeth ye Body Of Sam11 Miller Jun' Dec'd= March ye 29th 1732 in ye 27th year Of his Age.
489 r
HERE lies ye Body of Mr. Samuel Miller. who deceas'd March the 14th A. D. 1759, In the 85th Year of his Age-
490 m EMELINE DAUGHTER OF SAMUEL MILLER DIED NOVEMBER 27th 1864, AGED 39 YEARS & 8 MONTHS
My Master calls me I must go My friends weep not for me Gladly I leave you here below Hoping each one in heaven to see
491 m MARGARET WIFE OF SAMUEL MILLER DIED JANY 27th, 1862, AGED 81 YEARS & 2 MONTHS
" I know that my Redeemer liveth,,
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CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
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492 m SAMUEL MILLER DIED JANY. 30TH, 1860 AGED 82 YEARS & 3 MONTHS
He sleepeth.
'I will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Thee, because he trusteth in Thee. „,
493 Y D. C. In memory of DAVID son of Finley & Jemima Chandler who died Feby 15th 1812 aged 18 years 7 months & 15 days.
My dear youth when you pass me by Remember you must be laid as low as I.
494 HERE lies the Body of Abigail Chandler who died Sept" the 9th A. D. 1763. In ye 26th Year of her Age-
495 Y HERE lies ye Remains of Mary Wife of Samuel Chandler who died Novr the 4th A. D. 1763, In ye 58th Year of her Age.
Tho' in the Dust I lay my Head, Yet gracious God, thou wilt not leave My Soul forever with the Dead, Nor lose thy Children in the Grave.
496 r
HERE lies the Body of Benjamin Chandler who departed this Life June the 14th A. D. 1767 In yº 28th Year of his
Age ---
497 r In memory of Sarah Chandler who died Jany the 9th 1794, in the 47th year of her age.
498 r S. C. In memory of SARAH, widow of Deac. David Chandler. who died March 31st 1830. In the 83d year of her age. When christians part they have this joy They soon shall meet again above Where distance shall no more annoy Nor sin obstruct their warmest love.
499 r In memory of Deac" David Chandler who died Januy the 3d 1786, in the 44th year of his age When this you see, remembr me :
500 r Here lies the Body of Moses Winans who died June ye 26 1788 In ye 43ª Year of his Age
Weep not for me my friend For why ! my Race is run It is the Will of God And let his Will be done
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501 , Here Lyeth ye Body of Zeruiah Winance Wife of Samuel winance Who Departed this Life September ye 13th Anno Dom. 1737 in ye 53ª year of her Age.
502 r Here Lyeth ye body of phebe Daftr of Sam'11 & Zeruiah Winance who deced octobr ye 30th 1735 in ye Ioth year of her age.
503 7 HERE lies interr'd what was Mortal of Mr. Samuel Winans who departed this Life
Sept™ ye 27th A. D. 1747. In the LXXVII Year of his Age
I'll take a turn among the Tombs, And see whereto all Glory comes : There the vile Foot of every Clown, Tramples the Sons of Honor down.
504 7 HERE lies ye Body of Samuel Son of Samuel & Hannah Winans who died Oct™ ye gth 1774, In the 19th Year of his Age ----
505 m IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM W WOODRUFF WHO DIED June 17th 1850 Aged 32 Years 4 Months and 28 Days
506 Y [Horizontal Slab]
HERE lies the Body of Mrs Hannah Winans the much esteemed widow of Mr Samuel Winans who departed this life March ye 14th A. D. 1783, In the LXIX Year of her Age.
A virtuous Woman is a Crown to her Husband.
HERE lies the Body of Mr. Samuel Winans the Honour'd Husband of Mrs. Hannah Ogden who departed this life Decem' 22ª A. D. 1772. in the LXIII Year of his Age.
An honest man the noblest work of God,
THEIR DAUGHTERS
THEIR SONS
Miss Frances Winans deceas'd June the 20th Anº Domini 1746 in ye 15th Year of her Age
Mr. Jonathan Winans, died of the Small Pox, Feby ye 22ª 1771, in ye 24th Year of his Age- Samuel, died Sept 28th A. D. 1740, in the 6th Year of his Age
Phebe died Octor 18th A. D. 1745 in the 8th Year of her Age-
Zeruiah died June 15th A. D. 1746, in the 5th Year of her Age-
2ª Samuel died June 19th A. D. 1746, in the 4th Year of his Age- -
Hannah died Augt 6th A. D. 1754. in the 6th Year of her Age-
John, died Septem™ 14th A. D. 1746, in the 2ª Year of his Age.
Eight lovely Flow'rs cropt off in early Bloom. Are here interr'd around this mournful Tomb.
506 Daughter of Robert and Hannah Crane Ogden.
HERE lies interr'd what was Mortal of Mr. Samuel Winans who departed this Life Sept9 27"A.D. 1747 In the LxxVII Year of his Age
I'll take a turn among the Tombs, And fee whereto all Glory comes: There the vile Foot of every Clown Tramples the Sons of Honor down.
503
IN ". MEMORY OF Mifs Catharine. Daughter of the Rev d Dan' Thane & Mrs. Marý Clowes: who dece af'd July 12th Anno Domini 1771. in the 20th Year of her Age
Tho: I am wraped in the Shrowd. A forfaken Nymph alone, My Soul joins y triumpant Crowd, Who bow before the Throne.
513
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CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
507 r
Here
Is
Interr'd
the Body of mrs
Joanna
Dickinson
Obiit April 20th
I
7
4
5
Anno Æ tat 63.
Rest precious Dust till Christ revive this Clay To Join the Triumphs of the Judgement Day.
508 r Here is interred The Remains of Miss Joanna Dickinson
Daughter of ye Revrd Mr Jonathan Dickinson Nat. Feb. 27. 1716 Obijt May 9 1732.
509 [Horizontal Slab] HERE Lyes ye Body of ye Revd Mr Jonathan Dickinson Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church In Elizabeth Town who Died Oct" ye 7th 1747, Æ tatis Suæ 60. Deep was the Wound Oh Death & Vastly wide When he resigned his Useful breath and dy'd Ye Sacred Tribe with pious Sorrows mourn And drop a tear at your great Pastors Urn a Concel'd a moment from our Longing Eyes Beneath this Stone his mortal Body Lies Happy the Spirit lives and will we trust c
In Bliss associate with his preious dust
510 r Here lies the Body of Elizabeth Wife of Jonathan Miller Daur of the Revd Jonathan Dickinson. Who departed this Life Novbr 27 1788 in the 68th Year of her age
511 r Joseph : Son of George & Mary Armstrong Aged 13 years. Decd= May ye 14th 1737
512 r Catharine Daur of George & Mary Armstrong Aged I year & 2 mº Decd= Febry ye 5th 1736.7
513 r IN MEMORY OF Miss Catharine Daughter of the Revd Dan Thane & Mrs Mary Clowes who deceas'd July 12th Anno Domini 1771 in the 20th Year of her Age- - Tho : I am wraped in the Shroud A forsaken Nymph alone My Soul joins ye triumphant Crowd. Who bow before the Throne.
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INSCRIPTIONS IN FIRST PRESBYTERIAN
514 Y IN
memory of MOSES MOORE who died Oct 19th 1829 aged 31 years 8 months and 9 days. Let friends no more my sufferings mourn Nor view my relics with concern O, cease to drop the pitying tear I've past beyond the reach of fear
515 r IN memory of SARAH ELENOR daughter of Moses & Catharine Moore, who died April 218t 1830 aged 3 years 8 months and 4 days. In all she did or spoke or sung, A nameless spell about her hung, An air so sweet it seemed to tell She was not long on earth to dwell.
516 m IN Memory of CATHARINE WIDOW OF MOSES MOORE who died June 4, 1846 : Aged 45 Years and 7 Months
517 Y S. M. In memory of SARAH wife of David Moore who died May 6th 1834, Aged 68 years.
Sweet soul we leave thee to thy rest, Enjoy thy Jesus and thy God ; Till we from bands of Clay releas'd Spring out and climb the shining road
518 Y D M In memory of DAVID MOORE who died March 12th 1835 Aged 63 years
This hour perhaps our friend is well, The next we hear his passing bell ; He dies, and then for aught we see, Ceases at once to breathe and be.
519 r In memory of Ichabod Grumman who died December the 16th 1788 in the 65th year of his age.
520 r Here lies ye Body of Bethiah wife of Ichabod Grommon who Died July 10: 1766 Aged 53 Year
521 r
In Memory of Agar Arnett Son of James & Jemima Arnett Decd Janry ye 30 1757 Aged 8 months & 2 Ds
In Memory of David Arnett Jun™ Son of James & Jemima Arnett Decd Augt ye 26th 1757 Aged 8 years & 8 mº
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CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
522 r M. W. In memory of MARGARET wife of Benjamin M. Woodruff, who died April 14th 1826 Aged 32 years
Cheerful I leave this vale of tears Where pains and sorrows grow, Welcome the day that ends my toil And every scene of wo.
My dearest friends they dwell above Them will I go to see, And all my friends in Christ below Will soon come after me.
523 m IN Memory of MARY A WIFE OF Melvin D. Decker ; who died July 21st 1852, In the 26th Year of her age Also MARY ANN their infant daughter died Augst 12th 1852, aged 3 months
524 m IN Memory of WILLIAM BALDWIN who died Septr 17th 1799 Aged 40 Years
ALSO his two daughters, PHEBE, died Feby 25th 1800 Aged 2 Months. CORNELIA, died June, 1808 ; Aged 20 Years
525 r Here lies the Remains of Mr MATTHIAS BALD- -WIN, who died July ye Ist 1759, aged XL Years He was a good Neighbour A generous Friend An earnest promoter of the PUBLIC GOOD A kind Father, a tender Husband In short he was A CHRISTIAN PASSENGER Imitate him & be forever HAPPY.
526 Y Here lies ye Body of Joanna Daur of Matthias & Mary Baldwin Decd ye 9th of Decer 1753, aged I year 8 Mº & 12 Days
527 m FANNY C BALDWIN DIED NOVEMBER 23rd. 1842 AGED 57 YEARS
528 m ELIZABETH ALBEY DIED JANUARY 26th 1872 AGED 65 YEARS
529 m ELIZABETH BALDWIN, WIFE OF DAVID ALBEY, DIED JANUARY 17th, 1807, AGED 27 YEARS THEIR DAUGHTER PHEBE E. ALBEY AGED 3 YEARS
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530 m ELIZABETH THOMPSON WIFE OF JOHN BALDWIN DIED DECEMBER 6th, 1842 AGED 88 YEARS
531 m PETER BALDWIN DIED SEPTEMBER 3RD, 1826 AGED 50 YEARS
532 m To the Memory of JANE PRICE WIFE OF RICHARD CAMPBELL, who died March 13, 1858 : Aged 57 Years.
533 Y M. P.
In memory of MARY wife of William Price who died Decr 3d 1809 in the 22d year of her Age
534 ? In memory of Nathaniel Price who died Sept™ 7th 1807. Aged 25 years Also Abigail his wife who died Sept™ 17th 1807 Aged 25 years Likewise their only child Wm Erastus died Sept™ 22ª 1807, Aged 8 mons
O pencive mourner stay thy footsteps here,
And on these graves pour forth a grateful tear
Such as fond memory, on these be- stow,
Who whilst they lived could feel for others woe ;
If sympathy at sorrows shrine can bow A threefold cause demands that trib- ute now,
For o beneath this monumental stone, Lies a fond husband wife & only son.
535 r
[Broken off]
ory of T. Price ed April 22ª 06 in the 47th year of his age
536 m S. C. M. In memory of SARAH C. daughter of William T. Price and wife of John R. Marsh of the City of New York who died April 19th 1831 Aged 32 years II months and 20 days
Go home my friends and dry your tears I must lie here till Christ appears, A few more days and you must lie In the cold grave as well as I.
537 r ANNA, YOUNGEST DAUGHTER OF MARY CHETWOOD & GEORGE CLINTON BARBER BORN, FEB. 22nd 1829, DIED AUG. 8th. 1861.
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CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
538 m IN
MEMORY OF GEORGE C. BARBER an Elder of this Church who died Oct 29th 1828 Aged 49 Years.
" A good and faithful servant he has entered into the joys of his Lord,,
Children of
George C. and Mary C. Barber GEORGE C. BARBER Lieut. U. S. Army died of yellow fever Oct IIth 1853, in Indianola Texas, where his remains now rest, aged 26 years GEORGE CLINTON died July 31, 1826 aged 4 years PHEBE ANN OGDEN died Feb. 20, 1816 aged 21 days
539 Y IN MEMORY OF Moses Ogden who was killed at Connecticut Farms June ye 7th A. D. 1780 In the 20th Year of his Age This lovely Youth Adorned with Truth A brave commander shone His Soul emerging from its Dust With his Progenetors we trust Shall shine in Realms unknown
540 m IN Memory of Mrs ANN BARBER who died July 17th 1825, Aged 67 years
Relict of Lt. Col. FRANCIS BARBER who died February IIth 1783, in the 33ª year of his age
541 "
HERE LIETH the Remains of Mr Moses Ogden who departed this Life Oct" ye 14th Anno Domini 1768 In the 46th Year of his Age
542 r D. O.
Here lieth in hope of a joyful resurection. the body of David Ogden who was born Oct 26, 0. 8. 1726, and who died in the triumphs of faith Nov. 28, N. S. 1801, for 57 years he adorned the Christian profession by a holy & exemplary life ; & for 15 years discharged the duties of a Deacon to the first Pres- beterian Church in this Town with prudence fidelity & acceptance,
Softly his fainting head he lay Upon his saviours breast His saviour kiss'd his soul away And laid his flesh to rest,
543 r In memory of Hannah wife of David Ogden. She died May the 17th 1793, in the 74th year of her age.
540 Dau. of Moses Ogden, No. 541, and Mary Cozzens.
542 Son of Robert Ogden ; married Hannah Woodruff, No. 543.
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544 r HERE LIETH interr'd ye Body of Mr Joseph Ogden who deceas'd April the 29th A. D. 1761. In the fifty third Year of his Age.
545 1 Here lies ye Body of SamIl Scott decd October ye 29. 1723 Aged 30 years.
546 Y Here lieth ye Body of Martha Thompson. Wife of Mr John Thompson. who departed this life July the 16th Aº 1728 Aged in her 50 Years.
547 m IN Memory of JOB CRANE, WHO DIED DECE 17th 1848, IN THE 62ª YEAR OF HIS AGE
548 m IN Memory of MARY B. CRANE WIFE OF JOB CRANE WHO DIED AUGUST 15th 1873 IN THE 86th YEAR OF HER AGE
549 m IN memory of three daughters of Job & Mary Crane
ELIZA died Decr 16th 1832 Aged 4 years & 8 months SARAH W. died Jany 8th 1836 Aged 13 years & 10 months JULIA ANN died Feby 7th 1838 Aged 4 Yeas & 8 months.
550 m IN
MEMORY OF JOHN WOOD WHO DIED Nov. 26. 1727, AGED 24 YEARS & 2 MO.
55012 7 [Is right against 550] Jeremy Wood Disceased May the 21 Aº 1729. Aged 2 Years 7 Months & 21 Days
551 m SACRED To THE MEMORY OF JOHN WOOD WHO DIED APRIL 25th 1846 AGED 85 YEARS I MONTH AND 3 DAYS
552 m SACRED To THE MEMORY OF SARAH WOOD wife of John Wood WHO DIED JULY 17, 1841 ; AGED 76 YEARS 8 MO. & 23 DAYS
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CHURCH YARD, ELIZABETH, N. J.
553 m In memory of NATHAN MORSE son of Job and Amy C. Winans ; who died Feby 9th 1835, Aged I year 3 months and 18 days
Life is like a flower That blossoms & is gone We see it flourish for an hour With all its beauty on But death comes like a wintry day And cuts the pretty flower away.
554 m JOB WINANS DIED Aug. 26th 1872, Aged 67 yrs. 6 mo. & 20 days.
555 m AMY C WINANS DIED April 21st 1880 Aged 70 yrs. 8 mo & 10 days
556 m IN
Memory of JOB WINANS SON OF John & Phebe K. Force who died Augst 19th 1848 Aged 5 Years and 8 months.
He had no mother's tender care To soothe his dying cries, but he Who heard her dying prayer Has taken him to the skies.
557 m IN Memory of SUSAN LEE DAUGHTER OF John & Phebe K. Force WHO DIED Sept™ 14th 1843 : Aged 2 Years II Months and 25 Days -0- Sweet blossom evermore adieu : A Seraph bright calls thee away Thou'll bloom again with brighter hue In realms of bliss and endless day.
558 m IN Memory of PHEBE KING WIFE OF JOHN FORCE who died Novr 8th 1844 Aged 23 Years I Month and 13 Days -0 Dear friend thou hast left us, Here thy loss we deeply feel : But 'tis God that hath bereft us He can all our sorrows heal.
5581/2 m [This stone is set close against the back of 558 & 559] In memory of ABBY WOOD daughter of Joseph & Polly Morse who died May 15th 1827, Aged 3 years & 5 days
Alas how changed that lovely flower Which bloom'd and cheer'd my heart Fair fleeting comfort of an hour How soon we're call'd to part.
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559 m IN Memory of POLLY WIFE OF JOSEPH MORSE WHO DIED Sept™ 25th 1847 Aged 57 Years.
She has past the waves of trouble here She has gone beyond the reach of fear No more she hears the gospel sound But lies here mouldering under ground
560 m JOSEPH D MORSE DIED April IIth 1852. Aged 70 years. 2 m & 7 days.
561 r IN memory of Esther widow of Cooper Woodruff who died Jany 15th 1802 in the 63ª year of her Age
Dear Father if thy lifted rod Resolve to scourge us here below Still we must lean upon our God ugh Thine arm shall bear us safely thro
562 r In memory of Cooper Woodruff who died Apr1 the 2ª 1792 in ye LXXXth year of his age.
563 r M. W.
In Memory of Mary Wife of Cooper Woodruff & Daughter of Nathaniel and Elizabeth Mitchel died June 7th 1766 In the 41st Year of her Age Death is a debt to mortals due I've paid that debt and so must you.
564 r S. W. SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH WOODRUFF who died Octr 7th 1824 in the 67th year of her age
565 m JOHN S MILLER DIED AUGUST 26th 1871. AGED 56 YEARS
' For I know that my Redeemer liveth and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth,,
566 m RACHAL ANN WIFE OF JOHN S MILLER and daughter of WARREN & MARY C. BROWN DIED FEB. 12th 1865 AGED 35 YEARS 6 MO. & 2 DAYS
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