USA > South Carolina > Charleston County > Charleston > The old Jewish cemeteries at Charleston, S.C. : a transcript of the inscriptions on their tombstones, 1762-1903 : with an introduction and full index > Part 3
Note: The text from this book was generated using artificial intelligence so there may be some errors. The full pages can be found on Archive.org (link on the Part 1 page).
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5
Born March 26th, 1838, departed this life June 15th, 1867.
Sacred to the Memory of CAROLINE
Wife of Henry S. Cohen, whom it pleased the Almighty to take unto himself, on the 6th day of Elul, 5598, corresponding with 27th August, 1838, aged 25 years.
"Her days tho' short were well applied Beloved she lived, lamented died."
CAROLINE R. COHEN,
Born August 18, 1838. Died February 25, 1898.
Our Mother
CHARLOTTE A. LEVIN.
Born November 17, 1817. Died February . 1, 1883.
Here Lieth the body of MOSES ALEXANDER
A native of England, who departed this life on Friday the 26th day of November, 1808, aged 30 years,
48
To the Memory of HANNAH KOHN
Consort of Samuel Kohn, who departed this life, June 10, 1882, aged S8 years.
May her soul rest in peace.
In Memory of DR. C. DAVEGA.
Born December 23, 1830. Died July 14, 1882. Erected by his wife.
Sacred to the Memory of
J. A. MOTTA.
A native of Curacoa, who departed this life on the 12th of Adar 5599, corresponding with February 25th, 1839, aged 58 years.
In Memory of JACOB BARRETT.
Born July 23rd, 1848. Died August 20, 1883.
In Memory of SARAH POZNANSKI,
Wife of Jacob Barrett, and only daughter of the Rev. Gustavus and his late wife Esther G. Poznanski,.
Born September 20, A. M. 5605 (1844) Died June 8th, A. M. 5634 (1874)
In Memory of SELINA DAVEGA
The beloved wife of Herman Leidloff. Died Novem- ber 7, 1886.
49
Our Darling Mother MRS GRACE ISAAC DAVEGA.
Died July 29th, 1872. Aged 73 years.
In Memory of HYAM POZNANSKI,
Who departed this life on the 5th of Elul, A. M. 5599.
In Memory of
GUSTAVUS POZNANSKI,, JR.
Who departed this life on the 16thof June, A. M. 5622, (1862), aged 19 years and 9 months.
SAMUEL N. HART.
Born September 10th, 1808. Died December 20, 1880.
ISABEL.
Wife of Samuel N. Hart.
Born February 15th, 1820. Died August 30, 1893.
To the Memory of My Brother J. E. P. LAZARUS.
Born February 15th, 1821. Died November 16th, 1889.
OUR HENRY
Third son of Samuel N. and Isabel Hart. Died at Columbia, S. C., 9th February, 1865, aged 20 years.
50
The Grave of
OUR HENRIETTA
Second daughter of Samuel N. and Isabel Hart, who died at Patapsco Institute, Maryland, on the 5th day of December, 1860, in her 18th year. We have the consolation of knowing, that tho' taken from us in the bud of life, she was not unprepared to die, and that kind friends ministered at her deathbed with most tender affection.
OUR SWEET ISRAEL. 23rd, September, 1859.
. INFANT DAUGHTER.
Born April 3rd, 1848. Died April 17th, 1848.
MRS. A. M. ESDRA.
Wife of the late Adolphe Esdra.
Died March 20th, 1854. Aged 54 years.
Sacred to the Memory of
ELIZABETH MAIRS,
Consort of the late Simon Mairs, who departed this life on the 15th February, 1845, aged 73 years.
Sacred to the Memory of MR. SIMON MAIRS.
Born in Budingen, Germany, departed this life on the last day of Kislev, 5591.
N. H. VALENTINE
Born February 5th, 1833. Died May 7th, 1873.
Intellectual excellence exalted and virtuous deeds ennobled his life.
51
Our Friend SELIGMAN MAIRS.
Born in Budingen, Groszhertzog, Hessen, in the year 1799, and departed this life in Charleston, S. C., May 1st, 1883.
In Memory of
EMANUEL VALENTINE
Born April 25th, 1826. Died April 20th, 1880.
RACHEL LOEB
Wife of Louis Elias, Jr.,
Born in Branchville, S. C., June 22, 1851, died in Charleston, S. C., June 8th, 1894.
As a wife devoted, as a mother affectionate, as a friend, ever kind and true.
Infant Son of LEVY AND REBECCA DRUCKER. Born and Died April 15th, 1871.
To the Memory of an Infant Daughter of LEVY AND REBECCA DRUCKER. Born and died October 20th, 1867, Aged 12 hours.
Sacred to the Memory of HANDEL MOSES HERTZ.
A native of Hildesheim in Germany, who departed this life 27th, Elul, 5600, corresponding with 25th September, 1840, in his 60th year. Much regretted and deplored by a large circle of relatives and friends.
ISRAEL OTTOLENGUI.
Born November 27th, 1832. Died June 7th, 1895.
:
52
PRISCILLA LOPEZ. Wife of Daniel S. Hart. Born December 6th, 1839. Died August 1st, 1882.
DANIEL S. HART. Born February 1st, 1839. Died April 15th, 1877.
AMANDA ISABEL.
Daughter of Israel and Rosalie Ottolengui. Born April 3rd, 1874. Died July 15th, 1874.
FRANKLIN MOISE.
Born March 9th, 1871. Died July 15th, 1871.
DAISY.
Born March 2nd, 1873. Died June 4th, 1873. Infants of Israel and Rosalie Ottolengui.
OUR LITTLE IDA.
Seventh daughter of Israel and Rosalie Ottolengui. Born 4th February, 1865 Died 5th September, 1865. Aged 7 months and 1 day.
In Memory of ABRAHAM OTTOLENGUI,
Who departed this life on Thursday, the 7th day of Tebet, A. M., 5611 (December 12th, 1850), aged 60 years 3 nionths and 6 days.
In Memory of SARAH OTTOLENGUI,
Relict of the late Abraham Ottolengui, of this city. Died on Monday, the 28th day of Tamooz, A. M., 5624 (August 1st, 1864), aged. 71 years and 18 days.
SARAH REBECCA,
Only daughter of Aaron J. and Judith A. Moses. Died March 20th, 1880, aged 29 years, 3 months and 12 days.
"To know her was to love her."
53
In Memory of
JACOB I. MOSES,
Born March 31st, 1811. Died December 10, 1854. Aged 43 years, 8 months and 10 days.
Death but transplants, he can't destroy, The immortal plant survives the tomb,
In Heaven's parterres of peace and joy,
He'll flourish in immortal bloom.
Underneath This Stone Rest the Mortal Remains of RINAH J. MOSES,
Consort of Jacob I. Moses of Columbus, Ga., and eldest daughter of Abraham and Sarah Ottolengui of this city, who departed this life on the 25th of April, A. M., 5605, aged 31 years, 7 months and 28 days.
Behold God is my salvation.
In Memory of MORDECAI OTTOLENGUI.
A native of Italy, Died A. M. 5554 and of his wife Rinah Ottolengui, a native of Gibraltar. Died A. M., 5570. Erected by their only living child, Abraham Ottolengui, 5607.
Near this spot repose, Mordecai, Isaac, Rebecca, Mordecai H. Abraham and Miriam, children of Abra- ham and Sarah Ottolengui. Died in their infancy between 5577 and 5595, A. M.
JUDITH A.
Consort of A. J. Moses.
Born May 1, 1816. Died September 1, 1883.
A loving wife, a devoted parent, a gifted and genial companion.
WALTER OTTO MOSES.
Born February 25th, 1870. Died October 5th, 1870.
54
In Memory of HERVEY HALL,
Son of Jacob J. and Sarah Moses. Born 22nd August, 1849, died 10 June, 1850.
In Memoriam JACOB OTTOLENGUI.
July 27, 1819. February 5, 1900.
The Grave of ABRAHAM.
Son of Jacob and Eliza Emma Ottolengui. Born 16th October, 1849. Died 1st January, 1852.
ILMA.
Infant daughter of J. L. and M. F. Hart. Born March 27th, 1885. Died May 3rd, 1885.
To the Memory of Our Beloved Child, ELIAS POLOCK MORDECAI.
Born February 18th, 1855. Died June 9th, 1858.
"He took the cup of life to sip, But bitter 'twas to drain, Then meekly put it from his lip, And went to sleep again."
To the Memory of Our Beloved Child, ARTHUR LEVY MORDECAI.
Born June 6th, 1856. Died July 3rd, 1858.
"Ere sin could blight or sorrow fade, Death came with friendly care; The opening bud to heaven conveyed, And bid it blossom there."
55
A memento of regard to the memory of my father, mother and brother by their bereaved Emma.
SOLOMON SOLOMONS.
Died 15th Tebet, 5597 (December 16th, 1836, aged 52 years.
ALICE SOLOMONS.
Consort of Solomon Solomons. Died 9th Tamuz, 5600 (June 14th, 1839.) Aged 50 years.
JOSEPH SOLOMONS,
Eldest son of Solomon and Alice Solomons, died 29th Siven, 5592 (June 1st, 1831, aged 23 years.
Raised Over the Remains of JUDITH DE LA MOTTA.
Widow of Eml De La Motta.
Who died on the 5th of Elul, 5587, corresponding with 27th August, 1827, aged 56 years.
This monument is erected by an elder son, to com- memorate the virtues and in eternal affection of a beloved parent.
Sacred to the Memory of EMANUEL DE LA MOTTA.
Whose mortal remains lay enshrined beneath this tomb. He died on the 15th year 5581, corresponding with the 17th May, 1821, aged 60 years 6 months and 15 days.
The noblest endowments of man were his, united to a respectability of character, which he sustained with undeviating rectitude. Strict, yet unbigoted in his faith-liberal, yet unostentatious in his charities- dignified, yet assuasive in his manners-he merited the eulogy pronounced, of being truly a good man.
This tomb is erected by his bereaved widow and eight children.
56
Sacred to the Memory of MR. ISAAC DE LA MOTTA,
Who departed this life on the 16th day of June, 1802, aged 50 years 9 months and 8 days.
His days of prime, not yet complete, Death struck the sound for his retreat; His chief regret, in flight above, Was leaving those, he much did love; Affection true inscribes the tomb, Commemorating his early doom!
Sacred to the Memory of JACOB DE LA MOTTA M. D.
Born in Savannah, Ga., on the 24th February, A. M. 5549, but during the greatest portion of his life a resi- dent of this city, where he died on the 13th February, A. M., 5605.
The faithfulness and integrity with which he per- formed the duties of various public trusts, won for him the confidence of his fellow citizens. He was highly respected as a physician in the army of the United States, and subsequently in his private practice. He was scrupulous in the observances of his religion, just and charitable in all the relations of life. His widow and three helpless children are left to mourn his death and to perpetuate his memory.
Near This Tomb Rest Also the Earthly Remains of JULIA,
Infant daughter of the deceased and of his wife, Charlotte De La Motta. Died on the 11th, June, A. M., 5599.
"Say to the righteous that it shall be well with them for they shall eat of the fruit of their doings." (ISAI III, 10.)
AT REST CHARLOTTE LAZARUS.
Wife of Dr. Jacob De La Motta. December 19th, 1804. October 22nd, 1894.
57
Died September 13th, 1880. PENINA MOISE.
Age 83 years.
MY MOTHER R. M. LEVY,
Died March 11th, 1872. Aged 76 years.
JACQUELINE E. LEVY.
Born February 26, 1816. Died April 19, 1896.
In Memory of MRS. ESTHER COHEN,
Who died April 18th, 1860, in the 77th year of her age.
Sacred to the Memory of HYAM COHEN,
Who died on the 23rd August, 1850, in the 62nd year of his age.
"A good name is better than precious ointment."
"No further seek his merits to disclose, Nor draw his frailties from their dread abode; (There they alike in trembling hope repose) The bosom of his Father and his God."
Sacred to the Memory of CAROLINE. .
Wife of Abraham Moise and mother of Agnes, Charles and Edwin.
Born January 10th, 1808. Died December 5th, 1880.
ABRAHAM MOISE. Born in Charleston, June 12th, 1799. Died in Sumter, June 11th, 1869. "An honest man is the noblest work of God."
58
Beneath This Stone Lies the Body of MOISE ABRAMS,
Who departed this life on the 8th day of May, 1809 and in the 73rd year of his age.
Without an enemy.
"No farther seek his merits to disclose, Or draw his frailties from their dread abode; (There they alike in trembling hope repose), The bosom of his father and his God."
Sacred to the Memory of MR. ISRAEL DE LIEBEN,
A native of Bohemia, who departed this life on the 28th of January 1807, in the 67th year of his age.
To the Memory of PHILIP HART, Who departed this life February 1st, 1796.
Sacred to the Memory of MRS. JUDY SOL· A native of Lo.
Who departed this transito-
On the 21st November, 181 -.
She was a loving wife, tender mother and her loss was mani -- --- by the tears of her kindred -riends.
(Stone in fragments.)
To the Memory of HART MOSES HART,
Who departed this life July 12th, 1795, aged 31 years.
Sacred to the Memory of JACOB JACOBS,
Who departed this life and was interred the 1st day of November, 1797, aged 55 years.
59
To the Memory of GERSHON COHEN,
Who departed this life January 24th, 1802, in the 54th year of his age, after a residence of 30 years in this country.
To the Memory of PHILIP PERCIVAL,
Son of Dr. P. Melvin and Cordelia M. Cohen.
Born December 20th, 1844. Died September 23rd, 1848. Aged 3 years, 9 months and 3 days. -
In Memory of EUDORA ESTHER,
Infant daughter of Dr. P. Melvin and Cordelia Cohen, died July 30th, 1841, aged 16 months and 8 days.
In Memory of MRS PHILAH MOISE,
Who departed this life on the 8th day of June, 1805, aged 17 years, 7 months and 18 days.
Conscious of meaning well in all her actions, her heart was the abode of peace, her mind that of seren- ity. As a daughter she was duteous, as a sister, kind, as a wife truly affectionate, and as a friend, sincere.
"From earth she flew to meet that blissful home Where purest spirits in soft union roam, This thought, the wounded heart of friendship heals And at the loss dew resignation feels."
In Memory of SARAH MOISE SEN.
Who departed this life on the 15th of April, 1842, in the 80th year of her age.
Throughout her long and eventful existence, the social virtues were brightly exemplified, but above these shone conspicuously a fervent and sincere reli- ance on the only true God and a strict observance of his holy law.
60
To the Memory of CAMILLUS T. MOISE
Who departed this life on the 28th August, 1844, in the 27th year of his age.
The highest moral virtues that adorn human nature, most brightly shone in his character. Deeply imbued with feelings of piety from the morning of his exis- tence to its early close, his afflicted kindred feel as- sured of the translation of his pure and immortal spirit into the presence of that Almighty Being he had so fervently adored.
Here also rest in close fraternal union, the remains of his youngest brother,
PERCIVAL RANDOLPH MOISE.
Who died on the 28th August, 1849, in the 22nd year of his age.
Beloved in life for his purity and rare virtues, so in death was he universally lamented. Too pure for this world, his spirit early sought a more congenial sphere. And what a happy assurance of heavenly bliss, did his last and pious words convey,
"Be not uneasy father-I am prepared to die."
In Memory of
CORDELIA M. COHEN,
Wife of P. Melvin Cohen, M. D.
Born July 8th, 1810. Died April 6th, 1869. Aged 59 years. And
PHILLIPPA,
Infant daughter of Dr. P. M. and C. M. Cohen.
To Our Father
P. MELVIN COHEN M. D.
Who died January 10, 1879, in the 71st year of his age.
61
Our Sisters, RACHEL B. H. COHEN, Who died April 19th, 1866, aged 65 years. PRISCILLA L. COHEN. Who died December 25th, 1860, aged 45 years.
"To parents, brother, sister, friend Each gave their tribute sweet, Then may their souls in peace ascend, To God's own mercy seat."
Our Father, PHILIP COHEN.
Died May 20, 1866, Aged 85 years.
Our Mother ELEANOR M. COHEN, Wife of Philip Cohen. Died 15th May, 1857, aged 79 years, 9 months and 15 days. She lives and wears a golden crown.
LUDLOW COHEN,
Son of Dr. L. L. and M. L. Cohen. Born November 3, 1842. Died August 19th, 1870.
MIRIAM L. COHEN, Wife of L. L. Cohen, M. D. Born September 16, 1822. Died December 8th, 1869. The memory of the just is blessed.
In Memory of ABRAHAM MENDES SEIXAS ESQR.
Late Trustee and President of the Synagogue and one of the magistrates of the city, who departed this life on Tuesday, the 4th of Nisan, 5559, corresponding with the 9th, April, 1799, aged 49 years and 26 days.
Peace to his Manes. Amen.
62
In Memory of LAWRENCE LUDLOW COHEN, M. D. Son of Philip and Eleanor M. Cohen,
Died March 15th, 1847. Aged 32 years, 11 months and 15 days.
"Shed not for him the bitter tear Nor give the heart to vain regret, 'Tis but the casket that lies here The gem that filled it sparkles yet."
In Memory of SAMUEL JONES,
Who departed this life on the 6th January, 1809.
As a citizen his deportment was uniform, sober and peaceful, and after a residence in this city of near 46 years he closed his days and none could reproach his memory for having violated the principles of moral honesty.
In Memory of MR. JACOB COHEN,
Who departed this life on the 16th day of Decem- ber, 1808, aged 67 years. In passing through the vari- ous scenes of a long life, his actions were always in- fluenced by irreproachable motives. The divine pre- cepts of religion were his constant guides. These taught him to adore God, to love and serve his fellow creatures.
Reader!
"So mayest thou live, till like ripe fruit thou drop Into thy mother's lap, or be with ease
Gather'd, not harshly pluck'd for Death mature."
Sacred to the Memory of JESSIE,
Infant daughter of Dr. P. Melvin Cohen. Died September 3rd, 1843, aged 19 months.
63
Sacred to the Memory of M. J. FRIEDLANDER,
A native of Germany who departed this transitory life on 1Sth July, 1838, aged 54 years.
AUGUSTUS E. COHEN.
Died July 10, 1882, aged 72 years. A pure and honest man.
MIRIAM L. Daughter of J. L. and R. J. Moses.
Born January 24, 1866. Died December 15, 1881.
REBECCA JACKSON,
Wife of Julius L. Moses.
Born May 20, 1836. Died September 20, 1888.
JULIUS L. MOSES,
Husband of Rebecca Jackson. Born in Charleston, S. C., November 17, 1828. Died in New York, January 5, 1901.
To the Memory of
JONAS COHEN.
A native of London in Great Britain, who departed this transitory life, on the 1st of Elul, 5586, correspond- ing with the 3rd of September, 1826, in the 38th year of his age.
Our Darling. PLOWDEN WESTON EMANUEL.
Born Georgetown, S. C., May 1st, 1861. Died Summerville, S. C., July 4th, 1881. Aged 20 years, 2 months and 4 days.
64
In Memory of SARAH GOMEZ EMANUEL
Born at Georgetown, S. C., January 14th, 1846. Died at Georgetown, S. C., September 9th, 1886. "None knew her but to love her or named her but to praise."
Sacred to the Memory of MOSES DAVEGA,
Consort of Mrs. Sol Davega, who departed this life in July A. M., 5593, aged upwards of 70 years.
Sacred to the Memory of LUCAS DE LANGE,
Of Amsterdam, who departed this transitory life the 20th September, 1828, aged 36 years.
In Memory of HENRIETTA, Relict of Daniel Loeb. Born January 5th, 1821. Died May 10th, 1895. Aged 74 years.
May her soul rest in peace.
In Memory of DANIEL LOEB,
A native of Germany. Died January 8th, 1885, in the 63rd year of his age.
May his soul rest in peace.
HERBERT LYNDON,
Son of B. F. and A. I. Moise. Born March 23rd, 1863. Died November 14th, 1883.
65
OCTAVIA, Daughter of T. J. and R. H. Moise,
Born October 20th 1863. Died August 16th, 1864.
She died as blossoms die And now her spirit floats above A seraph in the sky.
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN MOISE.
Born August 23rd, 1830. Died January 15th, 1887.
His noble heart, though stilled For e'er is blest, "He lies asleep In sweet eternal rest."
Our Mother,
REBECCA C. MOISE.
Born May 5th, 1800. Died April 16th, 1884.
"Unselfish thy life, Devoted thy love, God help us to meet thee In heaven above. Beloved while on earth, Be thy memory blest, We leave thee, dear mother, With thy God to rest."
LAURA
Born March 15th, 1865. Died July 23rd, 1865. Aged 4 months and 8 days.
OUR LITTLE ELLA
Aged 6 months and 12 days.
1
66
JEFFY,
Son of B. F. and Amanda Moise. Died July 18, 1860. Aged 3 years, 11 months and - days.
T. J. MOISE.
Born August 25th, 1826. Died October 4th, 1869.
He loved his fellow men.
Sacred to the Memory of
SARAH LOUISA,
Infant daughter of Louisa and Abraham Moise. Aged 13 months and 11 days.
Sacred to the Memory of PRISCILLA,
Infant daughter of Louisa and A. Moise, Jr., died 19th November, 1839, aged 2 years, 2 months and 5 days.
ALGERNON SIDNEY,
Son of Louisa and Abram Moise, Jr. Aged 2 years and 5 months, died 4th October, 1842.
In Memory of ABRAM MOISE, JR.
Born December 10, 1809. Died December 1, 1852.
Sacred to the Memory of SOLOMON NATHAN,
A native of London, and for upwards of 30 years an honest and upright inhabitant of Charleston, who departed this transitory life on the 3rd of April, 1829, aged 53 years, having bequeathed half his fortune to charitable institutions.
67
Sacred to the Memory of SAMUEL SIMONS,
(Obit 9th, February, 5584.)
A native of London and upwards of 40 years a re- spectable inhabitant of Charleston.
The earnings of an industrious life were bequeathed to his poor relatives, and to the Hebrew charities of his native city.
Here Lie the Remains of SARAH,
Consort of N. H. Hart, who departed this life on the 24th Chilsev, 5585, corresponding with the 4th Decem- ber, 1825, in the 20th year of her age.
Sacred to the Memory of MRS. RACHELL MYERS.
Born in New Port, Rhode Island, October 5th, 1786, and died in Charleston, S. C., October 5th, 1870, aged 84 years.
This tablet is erected to her memory by her affec- tionate nephew and niece, Moses and Eleanor Gold- smith.
In Memory of MR. MORDECAI HYAMS,
A native of London, who departed this transitory life on the 26th of September, 1817, corresponding with the year 5578, aged 30 years.
Much regretted by a numerous family and exten- sive acquaintance.
To my Beloved Mother ELIZA LEVIN HYMAN.
Born in Bristol, England, Ab 6th, 5543 (August 4th, 1783, died in Charleston, S. C., Nisan 8th, 5630, April 9th, 1870.
68
Sacred to the Memory of MRS. JACABIT POLOCK
Consort of Levy Polock, a native of Bristol, Eng- land, who departed this life on the 14th day of Sep- tember, 1817, aged 22 years.
Sacred to the Memory of MRS. CLARA COHEN,
Mother of Mrs. Jacabit Polock, a native of London, who departed this life on the 12th day of September, 1817, aged 57 years.
Sacred to the Memory of NANCY.
The wife of Michael Simpson, who departed this transitory life on the 20th day of July, 1817, corres- ponding with the year 5578, aged 26 years and 2 months.
DAVID SUARES.
A native of Curacoa, departed this life 1817, aged 50 years.
The Dust of
AARON PHILLIPS.
Born 28th January, MDCCLXXX. Died 17th February, MDCCCXXXIV.
God wills and it is.
To the Memory of
MRS CAROLINE PHILLIPS,
The wife of Aaron Phillips. Who died in July, 1818, aged 28 years. Also her infant son, OSCAR PHILLIPS,
Who died in October, 1818, aged 11 months.
69
BELLA PHILLIPS,
Relict of Aaron Phillips. Born July 29th, 1785. Died July 18th, 1862.
Honor thy father and thy mother that thy days may be long in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee:
Near This Spot Lie the Remains of,
MRS. ABIGAIL SEIXAS,
Who died April 1819.
This tablet is erected to her memory by her son, Ben. M. Seixas, who from a distant land came to seek a mother's grave. In obeying the law of his Almighty Father, he has paid the last tribute to a departed mother.
ALEXANDRA A. FALK,
Born June 15th, 1872. Died 21st Iyar, 5633. Aged 11 months, 5 days.
WILLIE A. FALK,
Born October 27th, 1869. Died 9th Adar, 5632. Aged 2 years, 3 months, 22 days.
JACOB MELVIN FALK,
Born August 28th, 1866. Died 15th Kislev, 5627. Aged 2 months 26 days.
DAISY A. FALK,
Born October 10th, 1873. Died 4th Shebat, 5634. Aged 2 months, 14 days.
70
HENRI A.
Son of I. M. and J. S. Falk.
Born August 17, 1886. Died May 8, 1888. "And she answered- It is well with the child."
Infant Daughter of
D. B. and C S. Falk. June 3, 1900.
Sacred to the Memory of HENRIETTA ABRAHAMS.
Beloved wife of Abraham Falk. Born April 9th, 1832. Died July 23, 1884.
"Though lost to sight to memory dear."
Sacred to the Memory of ALEXANDER H. ABRAHAMS
Born in Bremen on the 18th June, 1801, and died on the 16th October, 1871, corresponding with 1st Hesvan, 5632.
May his soul rest in peace.
In Memory of HANNAH A. H.
Relict of Alexander H. Abrahams. Eldest daughter of Isaiah and Rebecca Moses.
Born in Columbia, S. C., 18th December, 1809. Died in Charleston, S. C., 18th April, 1875.
Rest in peace, dear mother.
In Memory of HESEKIEL MOSES,
Fifth son of Alexander H. and Hannah Abrahams. Born in this city, August 23rd, 1844, and died in Au- gusta, Ga., October 13th, 1872.
May his soul rest in peace.
71
Sacred to the Memory of ADOLPHUS H. ABRAHAMS,
Born November 25th, 1830, and departed this life January 14th, 1872, leaving his bereaved mother, widow and orphan children to mourn his loss. May his soul rest in peace.
To the Memory of RAPHAEL D'COSTA AMESQUITA.
A. truly honest and pious man, who devoted all his life to the instruction of youths in the Jewish religion and died the day of Atonement, 5582.
To the Memory of R. L. DAVID.
Born July 14th, 1821. Died February 7th, 1877. May his soul rest in peace.
Sacred to the Memory of MRS. RACHEL ALEXANDER.
Whom it pleased God in his infinite mercy to call from this world on the 6th August, 1827, aged 70 years. This stone is erected by an affectionate sister who with- (slab broken.)
SAMUEL SAMPSON,
Born in St. Edmunds, England. Died in this city on the 25th August, 1827, aged 38 years.
Sacred to the Memory of ABRAHAM JACKSON,
Son of Montague and Hannah Jackson, who de- parted this life August 7th, 1814, aged 18 months and 16 days, corresponding with the Hebrew era 5574.
So vanishes our state, so pass our days, So life but opens now, and now decays; The cradle and the tomb, alas! so nigh, To live is scarce distinguished from to die."
72
Sacred to the Memory of MR. JOSEPH SAMPSON,
A native of England, he was born in the town of Bury St. Edmonds, and emigrated to this city in the year 1817, and departed this life on the 1st day of January, 1830, in the 30th year of his age.
Thus in the bloom of life was he summoned to de- part this transitory life to the celestial regions above where the virtuous and just meet their reward after travelling through this vale of tears. He was a kind husband, an affectionate brother, an upright and useful citizen, his hand and heart were always open to assist the unfortunate. He lived and died respected and beloved by all who knew him and when conscious that the hour was come that he must leave this earthly abode, he was perfectly resigned to his fate, trusting in Him above in whose hands our fate is sealed.
Need help finding more records? Try our genealogical records directory which has more than 1 million sources to help you more easily locate the available records.