Harby churchyard texts

Scroll down the page to read the texts on the gravestones and memorials in the church and churchyard. They are listed in numerical order as will be found on the Plan pages. A particular surname can be searched for on the index page. For reasons of respect for  recent bereavements, the gravestones after 1979 are not included.

This page covers the churchyard numbers  431 to WF37, areas T to W

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MEMORIALS INSIDE THE CHURCH

CHURCHYARD 1 to 124

CHURCHYARD 125 to 290

CHURCHYARD 291  to 430

CHURCHYARD 431 to WF37 

 

 

 

T431      To the memory of Geo. HALL, who departed this life Mar. IXth. 1869; aged 86 years.   Mary wife of Geo. HALL, who died Jan. XIIth. 1864; aged 77 years.  I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me though he were dead, yet shall he live.  John c.11. v.35. [Reference should be to verse 25]

 

T432      To the memory of Rebecca, daughter of Geo. and Mary HALL. who departed this life November 14th. 1830; aged  14 years. My flesh shall slumber in the ground. / Till the last trumpet's joyful sound: / Then burst the chains with sweet surprise / And in my Saviour's image rise.  

 

T433      Erected in affectionate remembrance of Thos. STOKES, who died Sepr. 20th. 1813; aged 38 years.  Also Sarah, relict of the above, who died Feby. 21st. 1853; aged 69 years.    Eternal rest give to them O Lord; and let a perpetual light shine upon them.

 

T434      In affectionate remembrance of Thomas STOKES, who died Feby. 10th. 1888, aged 76 years.  Also of Mary, wife of the above who died Jany. 13th. 1904, aged 85 years.  There the weary be at rest.  Job.3.17.

 

T435      [Very worn stone. 1982 survey recorded Thomas MANCHESTER,  died 1887, and Sarah MANCHESTER, died 21st August 1899 aged 81. Burial register has Thomas buried 19th April 1887 aged 73 and Sarah buried 23rd August 1899 aged 81.]

 

T436      In loving memory of James STARBUCK, who passed away Feby. 20th. 1909, aged 61 years.  Only good-night beloved, not farewell.  Also of Ellen Goodacre, beloved wife of the above who died March 21st. 1925, aged 76 years.    Faithful mother true and kind, / no friend like thee on earth we find.

 

T437      In memory of Ann. wife of Robert WESSON, died July 28th. 1868 aged 39 years.  Also W.T. WESSON, son of the above died Sepr. 28th. 1868 aged 8 years.   And three children who died in infancy.

 

T438      In loving memory of John DEAN who died July 2nd. 1886, aged 72 years.   “So he giveth his beloved sleep.”  Also of Mary, wife of the above who died April 11th. 1893, aged 77 years.

 

T439      In loving remembrance of George BAGULEY, who died Octr. 15th. 1891, aged 61 years.   His end was peace.    Also of Sarah, wife of the above who died Sepr. 27th. 1897 aged 73 years.

 

T440      In loving memory of Betsy, relict of Jos. MARRIOTT, and daughter of Willm. & Sarah SHIPMAN who died Mar. 24 1886, aged 39 years.  Having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better.  Phil. 1. 23.

 

T441      In affectionate remembrance of Sarah, wife of Willm. SHIPMAN who died Octr. 25th, 1882,  aged 58 years.  “Thy will be done”

 

T442      In affectionate remembrance of Will. SHIPMAN, who died May 26th 1886, aged 65 years.   “Prepare to meet thy God.”

 

T443      In loving memory of Ernest Stokes, the beloved child of Henry & Ann SHIPMAN, died June 17th. 1899, aged 5 years.  Jesus loves me.

 

T444      In loving memory of Ann, wife of Henry SHIPMAN, who died Sepr. 29th. 1935. Aged 70 years. Till we meet again.      Also Henry, husband of the above who died May 5th. 1946. Aged 93 years. Reunited.  Also Andrew son of the above who died Jan. 6th. 1969 aged 60 years  At rest

 

T445      Sacred to the memory of Ann, daughter of William & Sarah SHIPMAN, died March 9th. 1936, aged 86 years.  Thy will be done.

 

T446      In loving memory of Mary Ellen SHIPMAN, who passed away Oct. 23rd. 1844, aged 87.  Requiscat in pace.

 

T447      In loving memory of Gertrude Janet, beloved child of T.W. & S.E. WATCHORN, died Nov. 17th. 1915, aged 1 year & 7 months. Jesus called a little child unto him.

 

T448      In loving memory of Sarah Elizabeth WATCHORN died 2nd July 1956 aged 80 years.  Also Thomas William WATCHORN died 11th Jan 1961 aged 83 years.  Reunited.

 

T449      In loving memory of Henry Clifton LANE, died Jany. 15th . 1937, in his 8th. year. Jesus called a little child unto him.   Also of Gertrude Elizabeth WATCHORN, died Feby. 16th 1944, aged 69 years.

 

T450      In loving memory of Clifton John WATCHORN, who died June 16th 1891, aged 47 years.  Thy will be done.

 

T451      In remembrance of Elizth. Wife of Henry LAMIN, who died April 7th, 1866; aged 52 years.   How soon my life has faded, / and hasten’d to decay! / disease my heart invaded, / and hurried me away.

 

T452      Sacred to the memory of William, son of Henry & Elizth, LAMIN, who died March 29th, 1850; aged 1 year.  “Suffer little children to come unto me and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”

 

T453      In loving memory of Henry LAMIN. Who died at Muston October 22nd. 1894. Aged 83 years.  Thy will be done.

 

T454      Sacred to the memory of Ann, wife of John HITCHCOCK, who died Feby. 27th. 1855; aged 76 years. Also the above John Hitchcock, who died Novr. 5th. 1876. In the 90th. Year of his age.   She lived respected and died lamented.

 

T455      In remembrance of Thomas WESSON, who died Novr. 1st, 1852; aged 73 years.   Also Lydia his wife, who died May 18, 1855; aged 68 years.  Reader! Be wise, prepare  to die, / the judgement day is drawing nigh.

 

 U456     In memory of Charles McARTHUR, who died Decr. 9th. 1897, aged 73 years.

 

U457      In memory of Elizabeth HITCHCOCK, who died Octr 13th. 1893, aged 76 years.  Also of John HITCHCOCK, who died Decr 25th. 1894, aged 80 years.

 

U458     “Be wise to day, ‘tis madness to defer.”  This stone is erected to the memory of William DAFT, who departed this life Oct. 5th, 1862, aged 70 years.   Affliction sore long time I bore, / Physicians were in vain, / Till God did please to me release, / And ease me of my pain.

 

U459      Reader, prepare to meet thy God.  This stone is erected in affectionate remembrance of Ann, wife of William DAFT, who departed this life June 10th. 1851 aged 65 years. I am afflicted very much O Lord / Quicken me according to my word.

 

U460      In memory of Mary, wife of James MONKS, who died Novr. VIIth, 1876, in the 67th, year of her age.   Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.  Psal. cxvi. 15.

 

U461      In affectionate remembrance of Sarah, daughr. Of Matt. & Elizabeth JACKSON, who died, August 12th, 1865 aged 25 years.   The memory of the just is blessed. /  Tho’ lost to sight, to memory dear.

 

U462      Erected to the memory of Joseph, son of Matt & Elizth. JACKSON, who died Aug. 14th, 1858; aged 23 years.  Also James, son of the above, who died Octr. 24th, 1836; aged 9 weeks.    The righteous perisheth and no man layeth it to heart: and merciful men are taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil to come.  Isaiah. c 57th, v. 1st.

 

U463       [broken stone. No inscription remaining.]

 

U464      Sacred to the memory of Matthew, son of Matt, & Elizth, JACKSON, who died May XV. 1848; aged 17 years.    Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours.  Rev. chap. xiv. Ver. 13.

 

U465      In loving memory of Mary Kate BARKE who departed this life June 27th. 1896, aged 22 years.   Not gone from memory / Not gone from love / But gone to her heavenly home above.   Also of Joseph BARKE, who died July 14th. 1904 aged 37 years.   In the midst of life we are in death.    The dearly beloved children of Robert & Mary BARKE.

 

U466      In loving memory of Robert BARKE, who died Aug. 25th. 1919, aged 86 years.  Also Mary, wife of the above who died Jan. 27th. 1921, aged 88 years.    Until the day break and the shadows flee away.

 

U467      In affectionate remembrance of Fanny the beloved wife of John JACKSON who died July 27 1888 [?] aged 61 years ………….. Also of John JACKSON who died Sept 6th 1896 aged 70 years.  …………..blessed.  [this stone is very worn]. [per 1982 survey Fanny died July 27 1888 aged 61; John died September 6 1896 aged 70. But per burial register Fanny JACKSON was buried 29th July 1893 aged 61whereas an Elizabeth Jackson was buried on 30th April 1888 aged 24; John JACKSON was buried on 8th September 1896 aged 70.]

 

U468      In affectionate remembrance of Matthew JACKSON, who died May 18th. 1870, aged 76 years.   Also of Elizabeth, wife of the above who died April 27th. 1888, aged 85 years.    My times are in thy hands.”  Psalms xxxi. 15.

 

U469      John James JACKSON died July 15th. 1931, aged 57 and of Georgina May his wife died Feb 7th 1950 aged 71    Her end was peace

 

U470      In loving memory of Ann, the beloved wife of Samuel ISAM, who died Novr. 30th. 1908, aged 71 years.   Also of Eliza Ann, daughter of the above who died Jany. 1st. 1895, aged 25 years.   “Peace, perfect peace.”

 

U471      Here lie the remains of Matthew JACKSON, who died Sep. 22. 1849; in the 85th, year of his age.   Also Ann, wife of the above, who departed this life April 2. 1850; in the 90th, year of her age.

 

U472      In loving memory of Mary Ann, wife of William BURBIDGE, who died April 17th. 1891 in the 38th. year of her age.   Also of John Thomas BURBIDGE son of the above who died April 1st. 1882 aged 2 years & 3 months.  Interred at Sawley.   The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.

 

U473      In loving memory of James STOKES assistant overseer of this parish born Feb. 15th, 1845, died Oct. 14th, 1910.  “For I know that my redeemer liveth.”    Also in loving memory of Sarah, sister of the above who died July 13th. 1915, aged 55 years.” I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.” Heb. 13D.

 

V474      In affectionate remembrance of Mary Elizabeth, the beloved wife of Thomas STOKES, born October 14, 1847, died April 28, 1890.   The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord.  Job. 1. 21.

 

V475      Sacred to the memory of James BARLOW, who died February 23, 1877, in the 89th, year of his age.  Also Ann BARLOW his wife, who died May 5, 1839, in the 44th, year of her age, and Mary, daughter of the above, who died March 18, 1840, aged 5 years.

 

V476      In memory of Edward, son of Thomas & Sarah WESSON, who died November viith. 1845; aged 11 years.     Also two children who died in their infancy.    Forbear to mourn for me my friends, / Or shake at death’s alarms; / Tis but the voice that Jesus sends, / To call me to his arms.

 

V477      In loving memory of Mary Elizabeth SMITH, who died July 4th. 1925, aged 67 years.  And Elijah SMITH, second husband of the above who died March 27th. 1927, aged 75 years.  At rest.  Also John Henry RAYNOR, son of the above killed in France Octr. 4th. 1917, aged 36 years.    Called from war to heaven’s perfect peace.

 

V478      In loving memory of James WESSON, who died May 4th. 1917, in his 85th. Year.   Until the day break.   Also of Maria, wife of the above who died Oct. 25th. 1923, in her 81st. year.    Peace, perfect peace.

 

V479      In loving memory of Mary Hannah, daughter of James & Maria WESSON, who died Sep. 21. 1897, aged 21 years.    “Not lost but gone before.”  Also three children who died in infancy.

 

V480      In memory of William Edward WESSON son of James & Jane who died on Mar 21, 1873 aged 10 years …. months   Is it well with the child / It is well   2 Kings IV 26    Suffer the little children to come unto me. Forbid them not  Mark X 14

 

V481      In loving memory of George Goo…. GRAY died April 22nd 1892 aged 2 years 7 months [verse buried] [1982 and 1995surveys recorded George Goodwin GRAY. Burial register has his burial on 25th April 1892 aged 2 years 7 months.]  

 

V482      In loving memory of John Lee FRISBY, who departed this life October 14th. 1896, aged 70 years.  We cannot, Lord, thy purpose see, / But all is well that’s done by thee”  Also of Sally, wife of the above died June 19th. 1911, in her 82nd year.  Rest after weariness, peace after pain.

 

V483      In remembrance of Matt. WIDDOWSON, who died, December XIIth, 1865, aged 49 years.   Though lost to sight, to memory dear.

 

V484      In loving memory of Mary Ellen, beloved daughter of Sarah MUSSON, who died April 7th. 1906 aged 37 years.   “Until the day break/  and the shadows flee away.”

 

V485      Jesus loves me    In loving memory of Francis Loder, died Dec. 5. 1901, aged 4 years & 10 months.  Also Mary May, died Aug. 16. 1890. Aged 2 years.  The beloved children of Samuel & Matilda MUSSON.

 

V486      To the beloved memory of the Revd. George H. M. PRESTON born Aug. 15. 1847 died Nov. 23.1893.   Being justified freely by his grace/  through redemption that is in / Christ Jesus. Rom. 3. 24.    Who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him.  1.Thes. v.10.   Also his wife Mary Eloise PRESTON, died August 5. 1933, aged 82.  Buried at Affane, County Waterford.

 

V487      In loving memory of [post-1979 death omitted]  Arthur Butcher COOPER 1893 – 1968   Also [post-1979 death omitted]

 

V488      In loving memory of John MUSSON 1856 – 1914 and his beloved wife Amy MUSSON 1862 – 1945   Also in memory of their eight children   Lo. I am with you always. Even unto the end of the world.  Matt. XXVIII:20

 

WA1      Cherished memories of Rose Ellen MOULDS 1883 – 1969  A member of this       church.

 

WA2      [Unused grave space]

 

WA3      [Unmarked grave of Lizzie MILLER]

 

WA4      In loving memory of a dear wife and mother  Nellie HOURD died 28th Aug. 1959 age 54

 

WA5      [Unmarked grave of Thomas SMITH]

 

WA6      In loving memory of Winifred Lucy RAWLINSON, passed away June 8th 1960, aged 68 years.  Peace after pain.

 

WA7      In loving memory of Eric Lawson LANE who died 14th July 1960 aged 54 years  Also [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WA8      In loving memory of Sarah Ann WILLIAMSON who passed away on March 2nd 1958 aged 76 years   Loved, and not forgotten

 

WA9      [Unmarked grave of GOODSON]

 

WA10    Olive, Octr. 1st. 1943 [Olive MUSSON]

 

WA11    [Unmarked grave of Miss PEARMAN]

 

WA12    [Unmarked grave of Miss PEARMAN, thought to be sister of the above]

 

WA13    [Unmarked grave of Eliza CAUNT]

 

WA14    In loving memory of Luke Samuel SWINGLER, died Dec. 6 1948, aged 72 years.  Also Rose Annie SWINGLER, wife of the above died April 14. 1944 aged 67 years.  At rest.

 

WA15    [Unmarked grave of James and Annie WILFORD] 

 

WA16    [Unmarked grave of Alfred and Louie EDWARDS]

 

WA17    In loving memory of Douglas, the dear husband of Mabel BOOTH. Who died November 6th 1944, aged 52 years.   Until the day break.    Also of Mabel, wife of the above who died September 22nd. 1966, aged 77 years.   For the Lord giveth them light.

 

WA18    In loving memory of May HARWOOD born May 12th 1888 died April 24th 1960   I know that my redeemer liveth   Also [post-1979 death omitted]

WA19    [Unmarked grave, occupant unknown]

 

WA20    [Unmarked grave of Charles BUXTON]

 

WA21    [Unused grave space]

 

WA22    [Unmarked grave of Charlotte, Kate and Margaret Booth MANTERFIELD]

 

WA23    [Unmarked grave of Samuel and Sarah  MANTERFIELD]

 

WA24    [Unmarked grave of Alfred SMITH]

 

WA25    In loving memory of Alice Ethel MATTOCK who passed away 20th May 1955 aged 79 years.   At rest.

 

WA26    [Unmarked grave, occupant unknown]

 

WA27    In loving memory of Joseph WHITTLE died 15th Oct 1959 aged 33 years.   Rest in peace.

 

WA28    In loving memory of a devoted husband and father Jesse SWINGLER died 26th Nov 1960 aged 75 years   “At rest.”   Also Mary Elizabeth devoted wife of the above died 31st July 1978 aged 79 years. “In unity to dwell.”      [Brass plaque on a separate plinth:] [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WA29    In loving memory of a dear wife & mother Lily SLATER, died 20th Aug. 1961, aged 69 years.   At rest. [Churchyard Register also records William SLATER]

 

WA30    In loving memory of Elizabeth Ann BUST, passed away 12th. Dec. 1961, aged 72 years    Those who seek God early shall find him   Also William BUST, passed away 15th. April 1965,    reunited.

 

WA31    In loving memory of [post-1979 death omitted] In loving memory of a devoted wife and mother Eva KEMP died 29th May 1964 aged 62 years.  “At rest.”   Also of Eustace husband of the above who died 3rd March 1978 aged 80 years.

 

WA32    In memory of a beloved husband and father Tom William SWINGLER died 19th Jan. 1973 aged 46 years.   “Thy will be done.”

 

WA33    In remembrance of Harry Miller SCARBOROUGH, passed away 16th April 1973 aged 76 years.   Also Ellen Louisa SCARBOROUGH, passed away 14th May 1977 aged 79 years. Reunited

 

WA34    In remembrance of Kenneth SCARBOROUGH, passed away 26th October 1973 aged 44 years.

 

WA35    [Unmarked grave of Hilda MUXLOE, buried 28th January 1977]

 

WA36    [Unmarked grave of Erwin and Alice PEPPER]

 

WA37    In loving memory of Jesse WILD 1906 – 1978 [stone flower pedestal]

 

WA38    In memory of a beloved husband and father Reginald MANCHESTER died 24th June 1978 aged 51 years.  Also [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WA39     [Unmarked grave of Thomas RICHARDSON and Beatrice Annie RICHARDSON]

 

WA40    In loving memory of [post-1979 death omitted] In memory of Hetty EXTON born 1902 – 1977   [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WA41    In loving memory of Joseph BARKE died 11th February 1979. Aged 69 years.

 

WA42    In loving memory of a dear husband and father Frank TINSLEY. Died 5th Sept. 1979. Aged 67 years.   Also [post-1979 death omitted]

 

              WA43 onwards are nearly all post 1979 burials. Only those up to 1979 are included below.

 

WF1      In loving memory of a dear wife and mother Alice RAWLINGS died 22nd Sept. 1965 aged 61 yrs.  At rest.   [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WF2      In loving memory of our dear mother Constance A. SEAL passed away 20th. May 1974 aged 66 years.   Rest in peace.

              In loving memory of a dear husband and father Ernest SEAL, passed away October 20th 1965, aged 61 years.   Peace after pain.

 

WF3      [Unmarked grave of Paul David FOSTER]

 

WF4      [Unmarked grave of TINKLER]

 

WF5      In loving memory of our dear mother Sarah Ann MUSSON died 18th Feb. 1966 aged 76.   Reunited with her husband Cecil Samuel MUSSON died 6th March 1947 aged 67.

 

WF6      [Unmarked grave of Edward and Fanny REEVES]

 

WF7      In loving memory of my dear husband Thomas Albert COSSEY passed away 2nd Nov. 1966 aged 54 years.   “At rest.” [Churchyard Register records also Frances Marian COSSEY]

 

WF8      [Unmarked grave of Hilda PRITCHET]

 

WF9      In ever loving memory of Margaret dearly loved wife of Harry STARBUCK and mother of Wendy  fell asleep 16th January 1967 aged 60.  Her life a beautiful memory.   Also [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WF10    [Unmarked grave of Samuel and Alice STARBUCK]

 

WF11    In ever loving memory of a dear wife and mother Dorothy Annie HALLAM (nee LAMIN) 25.8.1917 – 21.1.1967.  And [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WF12    In loving memory of Annie GILDER died 21st April 1967 aged 62 years.  “At rest.”   And [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WF13    In ever loving memory of Harry BARLOW, called to rest October 10th. 1968, aged 84 years.  At rest.   Also his beloved wife Nance, reunited July 2nd. 1973, aged 88 years.

 

WF14    In loving memory of Ernest William WRIGHT  passed away March 7th 1969, aged 64 years.   At rest.  Also Rose Elizabeth, his beloved wife passed away Dec. 20th 1974. Aged 69 years. Reunited.

 

WF15    In loving memory of Charles Edwin MOULDS, died 25th. July 1969, aged 70 years.  Also his beloved wife Mary Ann MOULDS, died 25th. July 1977 aged 80 years.  Re-united.

 

WF16    [Unmarked grave of Harry KEMP]

 

WF17    [Unmarked grave of Horace and Harry BUTCHER]

 

WF18    [Unmarked grave of Lucy SMITH]

 

WF19    Treasured memories of our beloved parents and grandparents Harry HAYWOOD. 1910-1970 and [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WF20    [Unmarked grave of George Alfred and Ethel BROWN]

 

WF21    In loving memory of Frances and William WILFORD [stone flower pedestal]

 

WF22    In loving memory of my dear husband George PEET died 2nd Nov 1971 aged 88 years.  “Peace perfect peace.”   Florence Mary PEET 1899 – 1978   At rest.

 

WF23    [Unmarked grave of Mary MOULDS]

 

WF24    Ronald Alan WARD, treasured memories of my dearly loved husband Ron, taken into God’s keeping   12th. February 1972.   Until we meet again, eternal love.

 

WF25    [Unmarked grave of Nellie SMITH]

 

WF26    [Unmarked grave of Edith Mary BUXTON and Rose BUXTON (“Rosina – 63 yrs” per Churchyard Register]

 

WF27    In loving memory of Dora MOULDS a dear wife and mother passed away 22nd. Oct. 1972, aged 76 years.   Also her beloved husband James Ingleton MOULDS passed away 3rd Jan. 1977 aged 82 years.   Re-united.      [Stone flower pedestal at the same grave:] In loving memory of [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WF28    Treasured memories of my dear wife Doris Muriel ELLIOTT (Queenie) who died 6th April 1973 aged 52 years

 

WF29    In loving memory of a dear brother Alfred MUSSON died 1st July 1973 aged 54 years. 

 

WF30    Cherished memories of a dear husband Dennis MUSSON died 9th Oct. 1974 aged 46 years.

 

WF31    In loving memory of Joseph BRADLEY, 1901 – 1974  father of Joe & Sophia.

 

WF32    In loving memory of a devoted husband & father Harry Edward FOSTER died 2nd. April 1975. Aged 70 years.  And Violet Annie. R.I.P.

 

WF33    In loving memory of a dear father Thomas William PEPPER, died 12th April 1975, aged 73 years.   I know that my redeemer liveth.

 

WF34    In loving memory of [post-1979 death omitted]  

 

WF35    In loving memory of our dear sister Vera (Queen) RAWLINSON passed away 30th July 1975 aged 69 years.  God moves in a mysterious way.  

 

WF36    In loving memory of Margaret Kate MARTIN died 5th June 1976   sister of Alan and devoted auntie of Alison and David    Rest in peace

 

WF37   In loving memory of John William BUTCHER died 28th October 1976 aged 72 years.   Also [post-1979 death omitted]

 

WF38    In loving memory of Claude HOURD, passed away 20th Dec. 1976 aged 63 yrs.   In memory of [post-1979 death omitted]

 

 

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