Center Burial Ground.
Reading edition
Bailey.
1. In Memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Bailey, relict of Rev. Isaac Bailey, who died Jan. 5, 1842, aged 86 years & 8 mo.
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints."
2. In Memory of Rev. Isaac Bailey, who departed this Life, April 10, 1814, in the 62, year of his age.
3-4. Also of two Sons of Rev. Isaac & Mrs. Elizabeth Bailey, who were born, one on the 18, and the other on the 19, of March 1785, and who died one March 21, 1785, and the other Feb. 2, 1790.
Baird.
5. To the Memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Baird, Relict of Mr. Thomas Baird, who departed this life April 23, 1790. in her 82 year.
[Footstone: Mrs. Elizabeth Baird.]
6. In Memory of Miss Mary Baird who died March 22, 1802, Æt. 68.
7. Erected In Memory of Mrs. Mehitable Baird, wife of Mr. Thomas Baird, Junr. who died Febr. 5, 1807, in the 71 year of her age.
8. In Memory of Mr. Thomas Baird he Departed this Life April ye 29th 1782 in the 75 Year of his Age.
Jesus can make a Dying Bed Feel soft as downy pillows are While on his Breast I Lean my head And Breath my Life out sweetly there
[On footstone: 1782 T B]
Baker.
[Inscriptions on the Baker Monument:]
Front: BAKER 1879
North panel: Parents.
9. Preserved Baker Died May 20, 1815, Æ. 33.
10. Lydia, his wife, died Jan. 26, 1852, Æ. 72 y'rs 9 mos.
South panel: Sons.
11. Oliver Baker Died Mar. 18, 1878, Æ. 76.
12. Nathan Baker Died Mar. 20, 1878, Æ. 69.
Bancroft.
[Inscriptions on Bancroft Monument:]
Obverse: BANCROFT.
Reverse:
Asleep in Jesus Blessed Sleep
Front panel:
13. Kendall Bancroft, Born in Montague, Mass. Died in Auburn, Jany. 5, 1846, aged 59 years.
South panel:
14. Eliza, Died Oct. 23, 1817, aged 4 years.
15. Elizabeth Greenwood, Died July 14, 1828, Children of K. & Betsey Bancroft.
North panel:
16. Hitty Chase, wife of K. Bancroft, died June 15, 1812, aged 24 years.
17. Betsey Bixby, wife of K. Bancroft, d. July 1, 1869, aged 86 years.
18. Here lyes the Body of Mrs Abigail Wife of Mr. David BancroftJunr who was born Janry 14th 1731 died Janry 4th 1780.
19. In Memory of Mr. David Bancraft Who was Born August ye 2d. 1718 & Died April ye 16th 1782 in ye 64 Year of his age.
O may my humble spirit stand, among Them clothed, in white, the meanest Place at CHRIST right hand Is infinite delight.
[On old stone leaning against south wall. Same as Nos. 14 and 15 on monument above.]
In Memory of Eliza Bancroft who died Oct. 23 1817 Æt. 4 yrs.
Elizabeth G. Bancroft died July 14 1828, Æt. 4 years & 2 mos. Daut. of Mr. Kendall & Mrs. Betsey Bancroft.
When the archangels trump shall blow And souls to bodies join, What crowds shall wish their lives below Had been as short as mine.
20. In Memory of Elizabeth Bancroft, Daughter of Mr. Jonas & Mrs. Nancy Bancroft who died Jan. 1, 1823, aged 19.
21. In Memory of Mrs. Eunice Bancraft she was born Feb. ye 19, 1719; She Departed this Life ye 15 Octr 1777 in the 59th year of her age.
Industrious as the Busi bee. A parent Tender Soft & kind; The natural product of hir mind.
[On footstone: 1777 Mrs. Eunice Bancraft.]
22. In Memory of Mr. Franklin Bancroft, who died Oct. 4, 1839, aged 34 years.
Thou art dear little spot, oh to me thou art dear For the ashes your bosom contains. Though no willow is planted to shed the soft tear And to droop o'er my husband's remains. Though no parian marble encercles the spot, Though no ivy is wreathed o'er the tomb; Still the name of my Franklin shall ne'er be forgot While the wild flowers remember to bloom. The leaf that I plucked from the grave where it grew Is now withered—forever decayed; So my Franklin is gone, hut affection most true Shall remember the place where he's laid.
[Stone leaning against south wall. Same as No. 16 on Bancroft monument.]
In Memory of Mrs. Hitty Bancroft wife of Mr. Kendall Bancroft, who died June 15, 1812, Æt. 24.
As I pass by with grief I see A loving mate was took from me: Though took by one who has a right To call for me when he sees fit.
[On footstone: Mrs. H. Bancroft.]
23. John E. Son of Peter M. and Relief Bancroft. died July 5, 1833, aged 14 mo.
24. In Memory of Mr. Jonas Bancroft, who died Jan. 12, 1821, aged 76.
[On stone leaning against south wall. Same as No. 13 on Bancroft monument.]
In Memory of Mr. Kendall Bancroft who died Jan. 5, 1846, aged 59.
For him indeed no heart can weep, Nor wish to raise him from his sleep; He sleeps in Jesus, the kind friend Of all, who love him to the end.
25. In Memory of Mrs. Mary Bancroft, relict of Mr. Timothy Bancroft, who died Oct. 10, 1844, aged 84 years.
26. Mary B. daughter of Peter M. & Relief Bancroft, died Oct. 10, 1842, aged 14 years.
27. In Memory of Nathanael Bancraft he Died, July the 24: 1777 in ye 20th Year of his age.
In Bloom of Life my Days Doth End: The same Fate may you attend
28. Peter son of Mr. Timothy & Mary Bancroft: died Oct. 26 1786: aged 3 years 4 months & 3 days.
Youth is a fading flower And this we often see: The proof whereof is now, You may behold in me.
29. Erected In Memory of Mrs. Ruth Bancroft, second wife of Mr. David Bancroft, (late of Ward decs'd) who died Augt. 1, 1809 in the 95 year of her age.
30. In Memory of Mrs. Sarah Bancroft, Wife of Mr. Jonas Bancroft, who died Dec. 13, 1822, aged 77.
31. In Memory of Timothy Bancroft who died March 4, 1834: Æt. 73.
32. Timothy Rice son of Mr. Timothy & Mary Bancroft died March 21st 1795: aged 10 months & 2 days.
Farewell sweet babe, Till wee shall meet above: And there with you Sing the redeemers love.
[Footstone: T. R. B.]
33. Timothy R. son of Peter M. & Relief Bancroft, died Oct. 9, 1837, aged 17 years.
Boyden.
34. In Memory of Mr. Daniel Boyden he Departed this Life Jany ye 29th 1782 in the 75th Year of his age.
35. Elizabeth, relict of John Boyden died Jan. 6, 1812 aged 86 years.
36. In memory of Miss Martha Boyden who died Dec. 7, 1838, aged 87.
37. To the Memory of Mrs. Mehitable Boyden, Relict of Majr. Daniel Boyden, who departed this Life June 7, 1789: in her 76 Year.
38. Here lies the Body of Mr. Petter Boyden who died July 28th 1777 in the 32th year of his age.
In Bloom of Life my day did end The same fate may thee attend
[Footstone:]
Petter Boyden died 1777.
39. Peter Boyden, died Feb. 6, 1839, aged 40 years.
40. Samuel Boyden, died Sept. 18, 1843, aged 83 years.
41. Sarah Boyden, wife of Samuel Boyden, died Nov. 28, 1845, aged 80 years.
42. Sarah B. wife of John Boyden; who died Nov. 7, 1834: Æt. 39.
The Lord who doth our being give, He knows how long we have to live; And when that time it doth expire, Why should we a longer time desire.
Burbank.
43. In Memory of Mrs. Mary Sibley, Wife of Gardner S. Burbank, who died Dec. 5, 1839, aged 29 years.
Earth hath lost no lovelier, Heaven no purer spirit won!
Burnap.
44. In Memory of Mr. Ebenezer Burnap, who died March 12, 1820, aged 63.
45. In Memory of Mary H. Burnap, Daughter of Mr. Ebenezer & Mrs. Ruth Burnap, who died Dec. 26, 1829, aged 19.
Carpenter.
46-47. In Memory of Mary C. Carpenter who died Jan. 10, 1831 Æt. 1 Year & 7 mo. Also Timothy A. died Aug. 19, 1834 Æt. 7 weeks. Children of Charles W. & Mary A. Carpenter.
Cary.
48. In Memory of Mrs. Anna Cary, Wife of Recompence Cary, Esq. who died Dec. 3, 1828, Aged 61.
Why do we mourn departing friends, Or shake at death's alarms? 'Tis but the voice that Jesus sends To call them to his arms.
49. In Memory of Recompence Cary, Esq. who died at Lancaster, Erie Co. N. Y. Dec. 13, 1836, aged 81. His remains lie interred at Lancaster, awaiting the resurrection of the just.
50. In Memory of Mrs Relief Cary, Wife of Mr. Leonard Cary, who died Jan. 13, 1823 aged 26.
Think, O ye who fondly languish O'er the Grave of those you love, While your bosoms throb with anguish, They are warbling hymns above.
There is rest in Heaven:
51. Zebulon Cary Esq. Died July 17, 1834 Æ. 44 Y's.
Clark.
52. In Memory of Mrs. Abigail Clark. widow of the late Mr. Joseph Clark, who died Sept. 21, 1811. aged 87 years.
53. Adaline, daughter of John & Rhoda Clark, Died Feb. 7, 1846; Æ. 40 years.
Gentle breeses softly fan, The spot where sister lies; Move gently by that holy dust, For t here our sorrows rise.
54. John Clark, Esq. Died March 18, 1847; Æ. 82 years.
55. Erected In memory of Mr. Joseph Clark, who died Decr. 26, 1807, in the 88 year of his age.
[Footstone: Mr. J. Clark.]
56. Martha, Wife of Samuel Clark, Died Feb. 27, 1866, aged 89 yrs. 3 ms.
57-58. Mary, died April 19, 1800, aged 20 months; Martha, died Sept. 17, 1817, aged 8 years; daughters of Samuel & Martha Clark.
59. Rhoda P. wife of John Clark, died in Auburn Aug. 22, 1875, Æ. 100 yrs 7 mos 8 dys.
60. Samuel Clark, died Oct. 21, 1842, aged 76 years.
Craige.
61-62. Abijah Craig Died May 16, 1836, Æ. 75. Susanna his wife Died Jan. 12, 1847, Æ. 92.
Cummings.
63. In Memory of Mr. Daniel Cummings, who died May 20, 1792, in the 48 year of his age.
[Footstone: Mr. D. Cummings.]
64-65. Rebecca Cummings Died Mar. 10, 1848, Æ. 87 ys. Her Daughter Diadama Cummings Died Oct. 12, 1871, Æ. 75 yrs. 7 ms.
66. In Memory of Sally wife of Amasa Cumings; who died March 20, 1833, Æt. 53.
Dalrymple.
[Inscriptions on Dalrymple Monument:]
Base: DALRYMPLE.
Front:
67-68. Wm. D. Dalrymple Died Mar. 1, 1879, Æ. 65. Jane T. His wife Died Mar. 29, 1869, Æ.57.
"Gone home."
South panel:
69. Almira J. Dau. of Wm. D. & J. T. Dalrymple Died Nov. 18, 1856, Æ. 15.
Broken below but united above.
[On small headstones: Father Mother Almira]
Dike.
70. In Memory of Mr. Albert Anthony Dike who departed this Life June 17 1798: in the 22 year of his age.
Drury.
71-72. In Memory of Addison Drury, who died May 1, 1811, aged 4 years. And of Achsa Drury, who died August 31, 1813, aged 4 years. Children of Thomas & Mehitable Drury.
73. In Memory of Alvah Drury, Esq. who died Sept. 28, 1839, aged 43 years.
He's gone, the voyage of human life is o'er, And weeping friend shall see his face no more: To dust and silence so much worth consigned, Sheds a sad gloom o'er vanities behind: Around this monument his friends appear: To embalm his precious memory with a tear:
74. Mrs. Betsey H. Wife of Maj. Thomas Drury, Died May 21, 1871, Æ. 80 yrs.
75. In Memory of Mrs. Mehitable, Wife of Maj. Thomas Drury, who departed this life Nov. 6, 1810. Æt. 32 years.
Remember you are born to die, Must turn to dust as well as I. Your sun may set before 'tis noon, The Lord knows when; He knows how soon.
76. Memento Mori. Here Lyes interr'd the Remains of [Lieut.]1 Mr. Thomas Drury who departed this life Novr. 3d. 1778 in the 59th year of his age.
1
Erased.
READER Death is a debt to nature due Which I have paid & so must you
[Footstone:
Mr. Thomas Drury died 1778.]
77. In Memory of Maj. Thomas Drury, who died April 26, 1846, aged 69.
His record is on high.
Eddy.
78-79. In Memory of Mr. Levi Eddy, who died May 6, 1821, aged 76. Mrs. Polly Eddy, his wife who died May 3, 1821, aged 61.
80. In Memory of Mrs. Lucretia Eddy, wife of Mr. Leonard Eddy who died October 30, 1840, aged 26 years.
81-82. In Memory of Mr. Samuel Eddy, who died May 11, 1813, aged 48 years, and Mrs. Sarah Eddy, his wife who died Oct. 6, 1838, aged 70 years.
Gale.
83. Azubah B. wife of Lyman Gale died Oct. 16, 1845, aged 53 years.
84. Julia A. daughter of Lyman & Azubah B. Gale, died Sept. 22, 1846, aged 18 years.
85. Lyman Gale, Died Sept. 28, 1850: Æ. 56 y'rs.
86. In memory of Mary daughr. of Mr. Enoch Gale & Mrs. Jerusha his wife, died Sep. 15th 1805 In her 2nd Year.
87. In Memory of an Infant of Mr. Lyman & Mrs. Azubah Gale, who was born and died Sept. 5, 1820.
Hope looks beyond the bounds of time, When what we now deplore Shall rise in full immortal prime, And bloom to fade no more.
Gleason.
88. In Memory of Cynthia, daughr. of Mr. David Gleason, & Lydia his wife, who died Sept. 2, 1796: in the 12 year of her age.
89. In Memory of Mr. David Gleason Jr. who died Dec. 19, 1816, Æt. 46.
90. In Memory of Dea. David Gleason, who died April 29, 1833, Aged 86.
91-92. Erected In memory of Mrs. Eunice Gleason, wife of Mr. Ezra Gleason, who died Jany. 17, 1805. Æt. 24. Also their infant child Aged 10 days.
93. Erected In memory of Mr. Ezra Gleason, who died Dec. 1, 1810. Æt. 34.
[Footstone: Mr. E. Gleason.]
94. In Memory of Florinda Gleason, Daughter of Mr. Ezra & Mrs. Eunice Gleason who died Dec. 15, 1817, Æt. 15.
95. In Memory of Mrs. Lydia Gleason, relict of Dea. David Gleason, who died Nov. 27, 1838, aged 93 years.
96. Erected In memory of Mrs. Marcy Gleason, wife of Mr. Ezra Gleason, who died Nov. 7, 1808. Æt. 25.
97. In Memory of Miss Naomi Gleason Daughter of Mr. Ezra & Mrs. Marcy Gleason, who died March 12, 1828, in the 21 year of her age.
98. Erected In memory of Miss Susanna Gleason, Daughter of Mr. David & Mrs. Lydia Gleason, who died April 6, 1810. Æt. 42.
[Footstone: Miss S. Gleason]
Goulding.
99. In Memory of Grace Goulding, Daugr. of Col Jonah and Mrs. Grace Goulding, who died Augt. 16th. 1796, aged 11 years.
100. In Memory of Justus Goulding, son of Col. Jonah & Mrs. Grace Goulding, who died August 13, 1796: Aged 9 years & 5 months.
Green.
101. In Memory of Dolly Green, Daugr. of Dr. Thomas, & Mrs. Mary Green, who died August 6, 1791. Aged 10 years.
102. In Memory of John Green, son of Doctr. Thomas & Mrs. Mary Green, who died May 29, 1805. Æt. 25.
103. In Memory of Mary Green, Daugr. of Doctr. Thomas, & Mrs. Mary Green, who died Decr. 2, 1813. Æt. 22.
104. In Memory of Mrs. Mary Green, relict of Dr. Thomas Green, who died March 9, 1843, aged 81 years.
105. Mary, Wife of John Green, Died July 2, 1852, Æt. 75.
There is rest in Heaven.
106. In Memory of Nancy Green, Daugr. of Doctr. Thomas, & Mrs. Mary Green, who died Feby. 19, 1814. Æt. 20.
107. In Memory of Docr. Thomas Green, who died March 25, 1812, Æt. 55.
[Footstone: Dr. T. Green.]
108. In Memory of Thomas Porter Green Son of Docr. Thomas & Mrs. Mary Green, who died March 3, 1814. Æt. 13.
Greenwood.
109. Lydia Greenwood Died Jan. 7, 1854, Æ. 91.
Harrington.
110. David Harrington Died Nov. 3, 1841, Æ. 41.
111. Fanny wife of David Harrington, Died Sept. 27, 1865, Æ. 65.
Hart.
112. Betsey Hart. relict of Thomas Hart, died Jan. 14, 1859. aged 90 yrs. 7 mos. & 14 days.
113-114. In Memory of Mr. James Hart, who died Feb. 15, 1826, Aged 87. Also his Wife Mrs. Lydia Hart, who died Feb. 1, 1807, aged 66.
115. In Memory of John Hart who died Sept. 15, 1807. aged 81 years.
116-117. Lydia, Daughter of Thomas & Betsey Hart, died June 1, 1817, aged 13 yrs. Also Peter, their infant son aged 4 weeks.
118. Erected In Memory of Miss Patty Hart daughter of Mr. John Hart and Mrs. Sarah his wife who died Nov. 27 1804. in the 27 year of her age.
Look and see 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.
[Footstone: Miss Patty Hart.]
119. Widow Patty Hart died Apr. 2, 1846: aged 68.
Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
120. In Memory of Sarah Hart who died Oct. 6, 1816. aged 71 yrs.
121. Thomas Hart died June 28, 1817, aged 52 yrs.
Holman.
122. In Memory of Mr. Eliphalet Holman who died May 30, 1838, aged 77 years.
Farewell my children and my friend's, My days on earth with you must end; But heaven's blessings prise above All earthly joys, or earthly love.
123. Mrs. Hannah, wife of Samuel Holman Died June 27, 1833. Æ. 85.
124. Mr. Samuel Holman Died Dec. 29, 1793. Æ. 48.
125. Mr. Samuel Holman Jr Died Oct. 1st. 1841, Æ. 66 Yrs.
126. Capt. Simeon Holman died Sept. 2, 1829, Æ. 41.
My wife and children now adieu! I must be parted now from you, But we shall meet on Canaan's shore, In realms of bliss to part no more.
127. In Memory of Mrs. Tamar Holman. Wife of Mr. Eliphalet Holman who died Oct. 23, 1820, aged 53.
She's gone and left me here below, To mourn her loss with grief and woe; But God is just may I be still, Since 'tis my heavenly Father's will.
Jennison.
128. Mr. Daniel Jennison, Died Feb. 4, 1839, aged 81 years.
129. Molly Jennison, Died Sept. 14, 1812, aged 53 years.
Knowlton.
130. In Memory of Joseph Knowlton, who departed this life August 22, 1816, aged 90.
"Death is to me a sweet repose; It opes the bud to show the rose; It broke my cage to let me fly And build my happy nest on high."
131. In Memory of Mary Knowlton. Wife of Joseph Knowlton, who departed this life August 21, 1796, aged 65.
132-133. Dea. Nathan Knowlton, Died May 24, 1856, aged 96 yrs. & 9 ds. Olive Pomeroy, his wife died Jan. 3, 1843, aged 79 yrs. 4 mos. & 18 ds.
Livermore.
134. In Memory of Mr. Elisha Livermore, who died Feb. 8, 1814. Æt. 25.
Merriam.
135. In Memory of Mr. Cyrel Merriam, who died April 13, 1838, aged 40 years.
136. Eunice Gleason, wife of Cyrel Merriam, died Feb. 20, 1854, aged 49 years.
137. Ezra Gleason, Son of Cyrel & Eunice Merriam died Jan. 17, 1861; aged 29 y'rs. 4 mo's.
"Asleep in Jesus!"
138. Lucinda M, daughter of Cyrel & Eunice G. Merriam, died Sept. 4, 1845, aged 18 years.
139. Willis Whipple only child of Ezra G. & A. W. Merriam, died Feb. 20, 1861; aged 13 m's. 10 d's.
Pond.
140-144. Wealthy M. Wife of Rev. Enoch Pond D. D. Died Sept. 15, 1824, Æ. 30 ys. 6 ds. also four Little Children Enoch. William. Eunice. & Charles.
Pratt.
145-146. Sarah Mehitable, daughter of Rev. M. G. & Caroline D. Pratt, died Sept. 24, 1841, aged 2 years & 5 months. Also their infant son died May 29, 1830 aged 5 days.
Prentice.
147. John, son of John & Rebekah Prentice, died May 1784; Æ. 14 months. Erected by H. & L. Hayward.
148. John Prentice, Esq. Died March 26, 1812; Erected by H. & L. Hayward.
149. Josiah S. Prentice Died Aug. 20, 1857; aged 79 years.
150. Lucretia J. wife of Otis Prentice died May 26, 1803; Æ. 32 years.
151. Rebekah, Second Wife of John Prentice, Esq. Died May 15, 1838: Æ. 93 years. Erected by John Prentice.
152. Sarah, wife of John Prentice, Esq. Died March 13, 1779; Æ. 35 years. Erected by H. & L. Hayward.
Putnam.
153. Dianthe T. wife of Benjamin Putnam, & Daur. of Paul & Hannah Thurston, died Mar. 15, 1857, Æt. 56.
May they meet in peace.
Rice.
154. In Memory of Mrs. Bethiah Rice who was ye 1st Wife to Edward Morris of Woodstock & 2d Wife to Gershom Rice Jur of Ward she died August ye 5 1779 in the 82 Year of her Age
[Footstone:
Mrs. Bethiah Rice 1779]
155. In Memory of Lieut. Comfort Rice, who died August 31, 1816, aged 87.
[Footstone: C. R.]
156. In Memory of Mrs. Martha Rice wife of Mr. Comfort Rice, who died June 14, 1812, Æt. 81.
157. In memory of Thomas Rice, son of Mr. Peter & Mrs. Mary Rice, who died Sept. 10 1796 in ye 4 yr. of his Age.
Parents for me do not weep, I am not lost but here do sleep On a cold bed of lifeless clay; Until the resurrection day.
[Inscriptions on the Rice Monument:]
Base: RICE
Front:
158-159. In Memory of Dea. Jonathan Rice, Died May 3, 1834, Æ. 70. Mary S. his wife Died Feb. 19, 1848, Æ. 81.
"Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."
South panel:
160. Mary Rice widow of Dea. Wm. Emerson. Died Mar. 4, 1879, Æ. 80.
North panel:
161. John Rice Died Oct. 15, 1813, Æ. 27.
162. Samuel Rice Died Sept. 11, 1831. Æ. 23.
Richardson.
Happy's the man to Heaven thats gone
163. Here Lyes interr'd the Remains of Mr. Charles Richardson who departed this Life August 30th 1783 Ætatis 73.
IN HEAVEN
The Just behold with sweet delight The Blessed Three in one And strong affections fix their sight On Gods incarnate Son.
[Footstone:
Mr. Charles Richardson 1783]
164. In Memory of Mr. Charles Richardson, Jr. who died Dec. 9, 1819, aged 75.
165. In Memory of Cyrus Richardson, son of Mr. Joseph & Mrs. Hannah Richardson, Born April 16, 1805, Died Sept. 22, 1830.
Behold my friends, as you pass by, As you are now, so once was I, As I am now, so you must be, Prepare my friends to follow me.
166. In Memory of Mrs. Hannah Richardson, Wife of Mr. Joseph Richardson, who died Oct. 20, 1825, in the 46 year of her age.
Death is to me a sweet repose, It opes the bud to show the rose, It burst my cage to let it fly And build my happy nest on high.
167. In Memory of Mrs. Sally Richardson, Wife of Mr. Joseph Richardson, who died Oct. 17, 1830, aged 46.
Friends nor Physicians could not save, This mortal Body from the grave; Nor will the grave confine it here When Christ commands it to appear.
168. Erected In Memory of Mrs. Sarah Richardson wife of Mr. Zechariah Richardson who died Novr. 9. 1806. Æt. 41.
Peace, 'tis the Lord Jehovahs hand, That blasts our joys in death, Changes the visage once so dear, And gathers back the breath.
169. In Memory of Mrs. Susanna Richardson Wife of Mr. Charles Richardson, Jr. who died July 4, 1825, aged 69.
Shumway.
170. Mother Hannah Holman Wife of Samuel Shumway. Died Oct. 29, 1891, Æ. 85 ys.
Gone but not forgotten.
171. Willard Shumway Died July 5, 1887, Æ. 65 ys. 4 ms. 25 ds.
At Rest.
Sibley.
172. In Memory of Mr. Ezra Sibley, who died March 13, 1830, Aged 42.
173. In Memory of Mrs. Marcy Sibley, wife of Mr. Ezra Sibley, who died Sept. 29, 1819. Æ. 28.
174. Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Isaac T. & Nancy H. Sibley, died Feb. 14, 1837, aged 2 years, & 2 months.
175. In Memory of Mrs. Obedience S. B. Sibley, wife of Mr. Stephen Sibley, who dièd May 31, 1836. aged 28 years.
All peaceful was her bed of death, To Heaven she raised her smiling eye: Meekly the saint resigned her breath, For O, to her 'twas gain to die. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints."
Singletary.
176. In Memory of Mary Singletary who died Oct. 16, 1846. aged 79 yrs.
Southworth.
177. In Memory of Anson, son of Mr. Nathaniel Southworth, and Patience his Wife, who died Aug. 30, 1796: in the 3 year of his age.
178. To the memory of [Mrs.] Elizabeth wife of [Mr.] Simeon Southworth, [who] died Aug. 28, 1795: [In the] 27 year [of] her age.
My spirits fled my sleeping clay Must slumber till the Judgment day Then you & I must both appear In our decisive Life we are here.
179. To the Memory of Justin, son of Mr. Simeon & Elizabeth Southworth, who died Aug. 20 1796: in the 3 year
[remainder of the inscription covered by the soil.]
180. To the Memory of a Daughter of Mr. Simeon & Elizabeth Southworth, who died Aug. 22d 1795 aged 6 hours.
[Footstone:
a Daugh, of S. & E. Southworth.]
Stevens.
181. Underneath this little Hillock lies deposited the Dust of Hester Stevens dau. of Francis Stevens & Mary his Wife, who died Sept 5 1796 Ætatis 5.
Stone.
182. Abigail Stone, wife of Isaac Stone died July 2, 1859, aged 74 years.
183. In Memory of Chauncey Stone son of Col. Jesse Stone & Mrs. Sarah his Wife, who died Oct. 21, 1813, aged 16.
184. In Memory of Mrs. Eliza Stone, Relict of Dea. Jesse Stone, who died April 16, 1814, Æt. 78.
185. In Memory of Mr. Erastus Stone, who died Aug. 13, 1834, aged 30 years.
186. Mrs. Esther Stone, wife of Isaac Stone, died Aug. 23, 1847, aged 71 years.
187. The Dust of Mrs. Hannah Stone Wife of Joseph Stone, Esq. who was born Jan. 24, 1751, and Died Jan. 23, 1821.
READER. "Dust thou art, and unto Dust shalt thou return."
Gen. III. 19.
188. Isaac Stone, died Oct. 9, 1857, aged 88 yrs.
189. In Memory of Isreal Stone. who died Jan. 3, 1844, aged 91 yrs. 11 mo. & 21 days.
190. In Memory of Dean Jesse Stone. died July 26. 1803.—Aged 65.—
[Footstone: Dea. Jesse Stone.]
191. In memory of Dean. Jonathan Stone, who died Decr. 21, 1806. Æt. 81.
My Soul, come meditate the day, And think how near it stands, When thou must quit this house of clay, And fly to unknown lands.
[Footstone: Dean. J S]
192. The Dust of Lieut. Jonathan Stone, who departed this Life November 24, 1809. Æt. 59.
Some hearty friends may drop a tear On my dry bones and say, They once were strong as mine appear, And mine must be as they.
[Footstone: Lieut. Jonn Stone.]
193. Joseph J. son of Col. Jonathan Stone, died Oct. 2, 1833, aged 16 yrs. & 9 mos.
194. In Memory of Joseph Stone, Esq. who died February 22, 1837, aged 79 years.
195. Erected In memory of Mrs. Lucretia Stone, Wife of Mr. Isaac Stone, who died May 12, 1810, Æt. 37.
196. Mrs. Lydia Stone, wife of Isaac Stone, died Oct. 3, 1834, Æt. 60.
197. Mariann daughter of Mr. Amasa & Mrs. Esther Stone died May 24, 1818, in her 16 year.
198. In Memory of Mrs. Martha Stone Relict of Deac. Jonathan Stone, who died March 2, 1811, Æ. 71.
In the cold grave this frame must rest And worms shall feed on this poor breast These hands will then be useless grown And I, alas! no more be known.
[Footstone: Mrs. M. Stone.]
199. Within this narrow Cell lies deposited the Dust of Mrs. Mary Stone, wife of Mr. Jonathan Stone Juner, who departed this life March 24 1791: in the 38 Year of her Age.
[Footstone:
Mrs. Mary Stone]
200. In Memory of Mrs. Mary D. Stone, wife of Mr. Erastus Stone, who died April 3, 1834, aged 30 years.
201. In Memory of Oliver Stone, son of Mr. Jonathan & Mrs. Sarah Stone, who died May 22, 1807, aged 9 years.
202. Sally Stone, wife of Lieut. Jonathan Stone, Died Sept. 16, 1853, aged 89 yrs. & 8 mos.
Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.
203. In Memory of Mrs. Tryphena Stone, Wife of Mr. Isreal Stone, who died Nov. 15, 1820, aged 68.
204. An Infant Son of Israel Stone, Jr. & Hannah his Wife Died Nov. 15, 1830, Aged 11 days.
Thurston.
205. In memory of the Rev'd Mr. David Thurston who Died May 5th 1777 in the 51st year of his Age Was pastor of the 2d Church in Medway many years.
Sweet is the memory of those for whom Christ died yea has arose and broke the bands of death & hell that they with him in Heaven may dwell
[Footstone:
The Revd Mr. David Thurston 1777]
206. In memory of Mrs. Deborah Thurston who died April 13th 1777 Ætatis 19.
The infant & ye virtous mother here mingle dust & sleep together they Liv,d in mutual love The Fathr, Soon Snatched out of life to meet his Babe & tender wife to prais the Lord above.
207. Hannah wife of Paul Thurston, died Mar. 31, 1816. Æt. 55.
[See No. 153]
Toole.
208. Mrs. Sarah Toole, Died Dec. 29, 1854, Æt. 73.
I have set the Lord always before me: be he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. "Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.
Towne.
209. Mr. Phineas Town. Died February 17, 1837, aged 74.
210. Mrs. Lavina Towne. Died September 3, 1837, aged 87.
Wesson.
211. Desire B. wife of Samuel Wesson, died Sept. 18, 1842, aged 58 years.
212. In memory of Jane daughter of Samuel & Desire B. Wesson: who died April 3, 1832: Æt. 17.
Tis religion that can give, Sweetest pleasures while we live: Tis religion can supply, Solid comfort when we die. After death its joys will be Lasting as Eternity.
213. Louisa, daughter of Samuel & Desire B. Wesson died June 17, 1838, aged 11 years.
Wiser.
214. In Memory of Mr. Benjamin Wiser, who died July 1, 1794, aged 41.
215. Dea. Benjamin Wiser, Died June 15, 1858. aged 78 years.
Brother thou art gone to rest, Thy sins are all forgiven; And Saints in light have welcomed thee, To share the joys of heaven. Brother thou art gone to rest, And this shall be our prayer; That when we reach our journeys end, Thy glory we may share.
216. In Memory of Mrs. Dolly Wiser, Wife of Mr. Benjamin Wiser, who died May 1, 1829, aged 80.
217. In Memory of Mr. James Wiser, who died April 24, 1811 Æt. 58.
My friends my body here it lies, Now mingling with the dust, In life prepare to meet your Judge, In Christ put all your trust.
218. In Memory of Miss Martha B. Wiser, who died Oct. 17, 1827, aged 26.
219. Sacred to the Memory of Miss Mary Wiser, Daughter of Mr. Benjamin & Mrs. Dolly Wiser who died August 10, 1819, Æt. 27.
Let this vain world engage no more Behold the gaping tomb! It bids us sieze the present hour; To morrow Death may come.
220. Rachel Daughr of Miss Sarah Wiser Died March 9th 1787: aged 1 Year & 3 months.
Youth's a fading flower.
221. Mrs. Sarah Relict of Mr. Benjamin Wiser, died Decr. 14th 1794: in her 77th year.
She was kind and faithfull, in her the poor have lost a benefit, the sick a skillful assistant, her acquaintance a very great friend, her family blesseth her. Her life was much desir'd, Lamented when she expired.
[Footstone:
Widow Sarah Wiser.]
Young.
222. In Memory of Mrs. Phebe Young, Wife of Mr. William Young, who died August 5, 1820, aged 72.
Oft have I sat in secret sighs To feel my flesh decay; Then groaned aloud with frighted eyes, To view the tott'ring clay.
223. In Memory of Mr. Timo. Young, who died Nov. 26, 1814, Æt. 27.
Some hearty friend shall drop his tear On my dry bones, and say These once were strong as mine appear And mine must be as they.
224. In Memory of Mr. William Young, who died Feb. 25, 1830, aged 85 years.
225-226. Capt. William Young Born Sept. 5, 1784, Died Mar. 18, 1864. Silence Chase, his wife, Born Dec. 8, 1785, Died Sept. 19, 1874.