Dr James Hannay’s Record
of
Inscriptions on the
Monuments
In the Old Burying Ground
of
Saint John, New Brunswick
Circa 1907 - 1908
The Saint John Loyalist Burial Ground
1784 - 1848
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Note 2: This database was transcribed
from entries read on the microfilm of Dr Hannay’s report of some 903 pages,
and, although care was taken in this effort, there may be errors which can be
corrected by having reference to Dr Hannay’s report that is filed in the
National Archives, Ottawa, Canada.
Note 3: Dr Hannay recorded these entries
in alphabetical order based on the surname of the initial deceased named on the
marker. His system has not been followed in this listing.
The following are the epitaphs on the
Old Burial Ground markers as recorded by Dr. James Hannay between 1907 and 1908
and reported to the NB government in Report
on Burial Grounds of New Brunswick 1908, now on file in the National
Archives of Canada:
A
Sacred to the memory of Benjamin
Ayerigg, Esq, late of the City of New York, who was drowned on his passage to Fredericton
on the 22nd April 1818. He was born September 27th, 1773,
aged 44 years, 7 months.
Sacred to the memory of John Green
Austin who died Sept 4th 1822
In memory of Archibald M Anderson, who
departed this life the 23rd March 1828 aged 50 years.
Also of Sarah his wife who died on the
13th January 1834 aged 50 years.
Sacred to the memory of Susannah, wife
of John J Akerley, who departed this life on the February in the
year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Abidiah Akerley
who died February 27th 1842 in the 87th year of his age.
Also Catherine his wife who departed
this life February 18th 1820
B
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth
Bailey, wife of Oliver Bailey, who departed this life on the 30th
October 1829 in the 73rd year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of George Barclay,
a native of Montrose, Scotland, late Master Mariner of this place, died, August
14th,
Sacred to the memory of Samuel, son of
George and Peggy Ball, who departed this life, aged 26 years.
Sacred to the memory of Barizillai
Bailey, who departed this life the 13th December 1826 aged 46 years.
Sacred to the memory of Joseph Barlow,
who departed this life May 8th 1809 aged 48 years.
Sacred to the memory of Isabel, wife of John
Baird who departed this life Dec 19th 1819 aged 20 years.
Sacred to the memory of Miss Annie
Barker, daughter of the late William Barker of this City, who departed this
life on the 11th October 1822 aged 23 years.
In memory of Elijah Barker, son of the
late John Barker who departed this life 8th January 1829 in the 24th
year of his age.
In memory of Thomas Bean, widow of the
late Adjutant William Bean, who died 26th September 1820 aged 63
years.
Sacred to the memory of Catherine, wife
of Joseph Beck, who departed this life August 10th 1820 in the 65th
year of her age
In memory of Jane, wife of Christopher
Billop, Esq who died the 21st January 1802 aged 48 years and 5 days.
Sacred to the memory of Honourable
Christopher Billop, a member of His Majesty’s Council, whose uncompromising
loyalty and distinguished exertions as Lieutenant Colonel in the Royal cause
during the American Rebellion obliged him, at the termination of that contest,
to abandon without compensation his hereditary property on Staten Island, and
return with his family to this Colony, wherein he has since resided,
universally respected. He died on the 28th of March 1827 in the 90th
year of his age.
In memory of David Blair who was born in
Kincardin Shire of Inverness, North Britain who departed this life the 2nd
day of Oct 1798 aged 65 years.
In Memory of Joseph Beck who departed
this life July 6th, 1803 in the 55th year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Jane Black wife
of the Hon William Black, who departed this life on the 6th day of
June 1836 in the 56th year of her age.
In memory of Jane, wife of John Broth,
who departed this life Oct 12th 1812 in the 38th year of
her age.
Mary Bliss, wife of Jonathan Bliss, Esq,
daughter of Hon John Worthington, Esq of Springfield, Massachusetts. Born March
9th 1760. Died 17th April 1799.
In memory of Gloriany, wife of Dr Azor
Betts, who departed this life March 16th 1815 aged 68 years.
Here was interred the body of Mrs
Allicia Brown, wife of Dr Daniel Brown MD, a native of the Isle of Mull in
Scotland, who departed this life on 14th May 1809 aged 45, after
enduring a years painful sickness which she bore with fortitude.
In memory of David Brown who departed
this life 23rd Dec 1842 in the 75th day of his age.
Sacred to the memory of George Bastin
who departed this life, Oct 17th 1816 aged 26 years.
Sacred to the memory of William Burtis
who departed this life on the sixth day of September, Anno Domini 1835 in the
75th year of his age.
Here lies the body of Mary Buistes,
widow of William Buistes who died March 20th 1787 aged 58 years.
In memory of Eliza, wife of James Burns,
and second daughter of David and Mary Merritt who departed this life January 31st
1827, in the 29th year of her age.
In memory of John Worthington Bliss,
eldest son of Jonathan Bliss and Mary Bliss. Born 21st August 1791,
died 5th January 1810.
Here lies the remains of George Bonsall,
who departed this life Sep 27th 1831 aged 45 years.
Also Margaret Blair his wife who died
March 20th 1825.
In memory of Thomas Brooks who departed
this life November 1836 aged 35 years.
Sacred to the memory of Dr John Boyd,
late of the Medical Staff of this Province. Died 27th December 1818
aged 64 years, 41 of which he served His Majesty in various parts of the world.
Also sacred to the memory of Jane Boyd,
died 1st February 1842 aged 74 years.
Sacred to the memory of Mrs Elizabeth A
Brown, who died April 21st 1820 aged 31 years.
In memory of Ann, wife of Solomon Brice,
who departed this life Sept 22nd 1826 aged 26 years.
Sacred to the memory of Solomon Brice, a
native of Londonderry, Ireland, who departed this life February 15th,
1834
Sacred to the memory of Benjamin Brice
who departed this life May 12th 1839 aged 47 years.
C
In memory of James Clarke who departed
this life Oct 23rd 1807 in the 90th year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of John Coleman Sr
who departed the life Sept 27th 1834 aged 57 years.
Sacred to the memory of Ann, consort of
Capt David Cronk, who departed this life Dec 9th 1835, in the 68th
year of her age.
Also Eleanor, daughter of David and Ann
Cronk who departed this life June 7th 1820 in the 22nd
year of her age.
Also Mary, Consort of William Paston and
daughter of David and Ann Cronk, who departed this life the 26th
October 1831 aged 26 years.
Sacred to the memory of Ursula Cripps,
who departed this life January 2nd 1828 aged 55 years.
Sacred to the memory of Thomas J Cripps
who departed this life May 5th 1825 aged 52 years.
In memory of Elizabeth Clifford who
departed this life Oct 14th 1846 in the 40th year of her
age,
Sacred to the memory of Mr Thomas
Clarke, Assistant Staff Surgeon, who departed this life Nov 28th
1815 aged 29 years.
Sacred to the memory of Joseph Clarke,
Esq, son of the late Dr Joseph Clarke of Maugerville, who departed this life on
the 10th June 1828 aged 65 years.
Sacred to the memory of Charles Corey,
who departed this life February 17th 1835 in the 57th
year of his age.
In memory of Margaret McClure, wife of
Mr Crawford who departed this life the 24th March 1827 aged 46
years.
In memory of Andrew Crookshank Esq for
many years a respectable Merchant in this City who died July 13th 1815 in the 49th year of his age.
In memory of Mr John Cock born Chiswick in
the County of Middlesex, England who departed this life Nov 4th 1792
aged 44 years.
Sacred to the memory of Ann, wife of
William Cox and daughter of Frances Dominie who departed this life Dec 26th
1892 aged 42 years..
Sacred to the departed worth, Jane
Codner, who died 24th April 1821 in the 60th year of his
age.
In memory of James Clarke who departed
this life Oct 24th 1807 in the 46th year of his age.
In memory of Oliver Cody, who departed
this life January 23rd 1810 in the 66th year of his age.
In memory of Jane, relict of Oliver
Cody, who departed this life May 14th 1811 in the 68th
year of her age.
In memory of Elizabeth, wife of Andrew
Crookshank Sr Esq who died April 18th 1847 aged 87 years.
In memory of Alexander Crookshank, late
Sergt Major Royal Artillery at Halifax, NS, who died on the passage from
Windsor to St John, NB, 26th June 1822 aged 39 years. Lamented by
all who knew him and a worthy member of Society.
In memory of Lavinia wife of Thomas
Clark who died Nov 1842 aged 26 years
Also Mary Hildreth, consort of William
VanBuskirk who died Nov 5th 1846 aged twenty years.
To the memory of Lieutenant William R
Cleeve of the Royal Artillery who died in this City on Sunday the 11th
August 1833 in the 23red year of his age. His death was occasioned by his
having been violently thrown from his horse on the Friday preceding. This
sudden summons to the tomb, of a young man universally respected and beloved
excited in all classes of the Community a deep feeling of Sympathy and
distress. His friends among the inhabitants of the City to whom he was more
intimately known, erected this tribute to his worth.
Sacred to the memory of Ralph Charters,
Master Mariner, a native of North Shields, England, who departed this life Oct
17th 1824 aged years
universally respected and deeply regretted.
In memory of Elizabeth, relict of
Lathram Clark of Newport, Rhode Island, who departed this life on the 14th
October 1801 aged 81 years and 11 days.
Sacred to the memory of John Campbell,
Blacksmith, a native of Scotland, who departed this life Dec 17th
1834 aged 10 years.
Sacred to the memory of William Campbell
Esq of Argyleshire, Scotland, twenty years Mayor of the City of St John, who
died the 10th February 1823 aged 81 years, universally regretted,
also Elizabeth, his relict, who died February 11th 1824 aged 84
years.
In memory of Mary Cameron, a native of
Shelburne, Nova Scotia, who died July 11th 1846 aged 31 years.
In memory of Christian Chillis, wife of
Robert Chillis, Esq who died August 14th 182 in the 78th
year of her age.
In memory of Mary Calverly, wife of
Craven Calverly, who departed this life on the 17th September 1838 in the 83rd
year of her age.
In memory of Agnes, daughter of William
Campbell, Esq, formerly Mayor of this City and Elizabeth his wife who died 5th
November 1840 aged 78 years.
In memory of Joseph Canby who departed
this life Oct 8th 1814 aged 56 years 8 months and 24 days.
In memory of Capt J Cameron, a native of
Shelburne, Nova Scotia, died February 11th 1837 aged 51 years.
Also Mary Ann his wife, died May 19th
1837 aged 36 years.
Sacred to the memory of Frances,
daughter of Thomas Duncan, Esq and relict of the Hon George D Ludlow, late
Chief Justice of this Province who died in the City on Oct 16th 1825
in the 87th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Mr Jonathan
Dunham, who departed this life March 12th in the year of our Lord
1827 aged 56 years.
Also Elizabeth his wife who departed
this life April 22nd in the year of our Lord 1836 aged 64 years.
Here lies the remains of Elizabeth, wife
of Mr Jonah Dyer, who died March 3rd 1827 aged 42 years.
D
In memory of Mrs Margaret Davies wife of
Thomas Davies of Monmouthshire, England, who died Oct 4th 1812 in the
70th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Isabella, wife
of Noah Disbrow, Esq who departed this life February 6th 1825 aged
16 years.
In memory of Phoebe Ann Disbrow who
departed this life on the 27th day of July 1833 aged 35 years.
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth
Dingwell who departed this life on the 25th day of March 1820 aged
78 years.
In memory of Stephen Dean who departed
this life on the 20th day of May 1818 aged 45 years.
Sacred to the memory of John Dean, Esq
who departed this life on the 21st July 1835 leaving a wife and four
children to lament the loss of a kind husband and tender parent.
Sacred to the memory of William Donald
who departed this life October 3rd 1834 in the 86th year
of his age leaving a wife and one child to mourn the bereavement of a beloved
partner.
Sacred to the memory of James Driver, a
native of Scotland, who departed this life Sept 28th 1886 in the 48th
year of his age.
Sacred tp the memory of Alexander
Downey, a native of Shelburne, NS, who was drowned in the falls of the River St
John Sept 15th 1829 aged 24 years.
Sacred to the memory of William Donald,
Esq, a native of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and many years a respectable merchant
in this city, who departed this life on the 22nd of June 1828 in the
74th year of his age.
Also Isabella, his wife, who departed
this life May 16th 1824 aged 54 years.
Also in memory of Jane, his wife, who
departed this life Sept 17th 1840 in the 52nd year of her
age.
In memory of Charles Duffus, who
departed this life the 10th of March 1818 in the 70th
year of his age.
In memory of Mary, wife of Charles
Duffy, and only daughter of John Adams, late of Coltraine, North of Ireland,
who departed this life 13th March 1848 in the 33rd year
of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Peter Duffus Esq
who departed this life the 27th day of July 1831 aged 51 years and 2
months.
Sacred to the memory of Frances,
daughter of Thomas Duneau, Esq and relict of the Hon George D Ludlow, late Chief
Justice of this Province who died in the City on Oct 16th 1825 in the 87th year
of her age.
In memory of William Durant Esq who
departed this life on the 28th of January 1832 aged 52 years.
E
Here lie the bodies of Mrs Freelove and
her only child Charles, who were the wife and son of Capt Thomas Elms, and were
unfortunately drowned together on the 8th day of September 1787, the
mother in the 40th and the son in the 9th year of their
age.
F
Sacred to the memory of Hannah, wife of
William D Faulke and niece of John Ferguson, Esq who departed this life May 25th
1827 aged 30 years.
In memory of Mrs Anne, wife of George
Fought, who departed this life Dec 5th 1806 in the 61st
year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Harriet Maria,
wife of William Flaherty, who departed this life June 25th 1831 aged
23 years.
Also HM their infant daughter, who died
July 1st 1831 aged 6 days.
Sacred to the memory of David Fisher who
departed this life on the 16th day of January 1825 aged 49 years.
In memory of Ezekiel Fitzgerald who
departed this life on the 8th day of April 1841 aged 37 years.
Sacred to the memory of Anne consort of
Gilbert Flagler, who departed this life on the 28th August 1823 in
the 33rd year of her age.
The grave of Martha Forrester who
departed this life August 18th 1827 aged 58 years.
Sacred to the memory of Caldwell
Fullerton who departed this life on the 10th March 1809 aged 33
years.
G
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth
Graves, who departed this life on 17th March 1831 at the mature age of 98
years.
And of Sarah Ann Walker her daughter,
relict of Michael Walker, Master Mariner, who was lost at sea. She died 7th
March 1835 aged 48 years.
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth
Graves, who departed this life on the 17th March 1831, at the mature age of 98
years.
And of Sarah Ann Walker, her daughter,
relict of Michael Walker, Master Mariner, who was lost at sea. She died 7th
March 1835 aged 48 years.
Also Amos Walker who died on the 21st
January 1837 in the 30th year of her age.
And John M Walker, Master Mariner, who
died by shipwreck in St Mary’s Bay about the 24th Jany 1840 in the
27th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Sarah, wife of
Samuel Gillies, who died Dec 13th, 1834, aged 47 years, leaving a
husband, and seven children to mourn their loss.
Sacred to the memory of Francis Glibert,
Naval Officer of this Province, also of Sophia Wallace, his wife, and Susan
their daughter.
Sacred to the memory of William Godsoe,
who departed this life, the 10th Feby, 1830, aged 86 years.
Also Huldah, wife of William Godsoe, who
departed this life 9th Jany 1828 aged 66 years.
Sacred to the memory of William P
Grossard, Master Mariner, a native of Beddeford, England, who departed this
life the 23rd Oct 1825 aged 68 years.
Departed this life on the 21sr February
1833, Mary Amelia, wife of Town Major Gallagher, leaving a husband and five
children to deplore the loss of an affectionate wife and mother.
Sacred to the memory of Amelia, wife of
Henry Gardner, who departed this life Dec 10th 1811.
In memory of George Gardner who departed
this life January 28th 1815 aged 26 years.
Here lieth the body of William Garrow
who departed this life the 29th day of Oct 1786, aged 38 years.
Sacred to the memory of David Gabel Sr
who was born in Frankfort on the Main, and died April 10th 1816, in
the 83rd year of his age.
In memory of Nathan Garrison who
departed this life suddenly February 18th 1817 in the 39th
year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Robert Gibb, a
native of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, who died March 20th 1822 aged 39
years.
In memory of John Philip Gasser, son of
John and Mary Catherine Gasser, departed this life July the 7th 1791
aged 22 years.
Sacred to the memory of Sarah, wife of
Samuel Gillies, who died Dec 17th 1834 aged 47 years leaving a
husband and seven children to mourn their loss.
Sacred to the memory of Francis Gilbert,
Naval Officer of this Province, also of Sophia Wallace, his wife and Susan
their daughter.
Sacred to the memory of William Godsoe,
who departed this life the 10th February 1830 aged 86 years.
In remembrance of Ann, wife of James
Gaynor, who died on the 28th day August 1820 aged 55 years.
In remembrance of James Gaynor who
departed this life on the 19th January 1828 aged 71 years.
Sacred to the memory of James Grundy, a
native of Lancashire, England, who departed this life about Oct 8th,
1832 aged 35 years.
In memory of John Graham who died July
13th, 1834 aged 22 years.
Also James Graham, who died Apr 23rd,
1844, aged 22 years.
Also Alex Graham, who died, Jany 17th,
1845 aged 25 years.
Sacred to the memory of William Gilbert,
who departed this lfie 28th September, 1828, aged 36 years.
Sacred to the memory of Henry Goldsmith,
Esq, an Assistant Commisioner General, who was born in Athlone, Ireland, and
died, June 13tth AD 1811 aged 56 years.
Sacred to the memory of John Godsoe, who
departed this life August 16th, 1824, aged 30 years.
H
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth,
relict of Miles Hamlin of Passage, Cork, Ireland, who departed this life 5th
January 1802 aged 66 years.
Also her daughter Mary Green, who
departed this life 5th February 1840 aged 77 years.
In memory of Abel Hardenbrook who
departed this life January 29th, 1814, in the 58th year
of his age.
In memory of Cornelius Harble Jr, son of
Cornelius and Diadema Harble, who departed this life 4th day
August 18__ aged 68 years, native of
County Monaghan, Ireland.
Sacred to the memory of Robert
Hardenbrook who departed this life November 30th, 1819, in the 32nd
year of his age.
Also Margaret his wife who departed this
life October 29th, 1835 aged 50 years.
Sacred to the memory of James Hart, a
native of Scotland, who died May 10th, 1813, aged 60 years.
Thomas Hanford Esq who depated this life
the 16th January 1826 aged 75 years.
Sacred to the memory of Mrs Ann Hanford,
relict of the late Thomas Hanford, who departed this life on 17th
Nov 1837 aged 77 years and 6 months.
Sacred to the memory of Sacred to the
memory of Thomas Hanford, who departed this life February 3rd, 1833, 32 years
and 6 months.
Sacred to the memory of Catherine Kelly,
the beloved wife of Abel A Hardenbrook who departed this life the 5th Dec 1799,
aged 37 years.
Erected to the memory of Mary Ann, wife
of John Hardenbrook and daughter of Elijah and Mary Ann Baxter, who departed
this life 19th May 1837 in the 35th of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Mary, wife of
Benjamin Harrington and daughter of Samuel and Phoebe Green, of New Port, Nova
Scotia who departed this life on the 30th April 1832 in the 31st year of her
age, leaving a disconsolate husband and five small children to mourn the loss
of an affectionate wife and indulgent mother.
In memory of John Hendrick, son of Mr
Conradt Hendricks who departed this life Aug 14th, 1793 aged 13 years.
In memory of Sarah Hendricks, daughter
of Mr. Conradt Hendricks who departed this life Anno Domino 1795, July the
29th, in the 20th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth Hersey
who departed this life May 17th 1831 aged 79 years.
In memory of John Harding who departed
this life August 17th 1810 in the 24th year of his age.
In memory of William Harding who
departed this life March 24th 1818 in the 73rd year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Mary the wife of
Captain John Hargreaves who died on the 10th March 1830 aged 40 years a native
of Lancaster, England.
In memory of Nancy wife of Uriah
Hatfield ….(rest illegible)
Sacred to the memory of William W son of
Daniel and Ann Hatfield who departed this life on the 6th of March 1817 aged 21 years,1 month and 27
days.
Erected in memory of David Hatfield, Esq
died Dec 1st, 1843 aged 80 years.
Ann his wife died Sept 12th 1845 aged 77
years.
In memory of Ann, wife of Thomas G Hatheway
and daughter of Joseph Canby who departed this life the 5th day of April 1827
aged 32 years.
In memory of William Hayter who departed
this life February 9th 1817 aged 88 years. Also Jane his wife who departed this
life January 6th 1820 aged 74 years.
In memory of Barbara wife of McWilliam
Hewitt who died 14th of January 1830 aged 43 years.
In memory of Conradt Hendricks son of Mr
John Hendricks born near Middleton Point, New Jersey who departed this life on
the 13th day of July 1834 aged 46 years.
In memory of John Hay, he departed this
life 24th December 1813 aged 45 years. And Stephen his son who departed this
life on the 4th May 1836 aged 30 years.
Sacred to the memory of Thomas Hay who
died March 16th 1845 aged 17 years.
In the memory of James Hogan who
departed this life July 13th, 1833 in the 62nd year of his age.
Also his wife Sidney Bolton, who
departed this life Sept 26th, 1833 in the 60th year of her age.
Erected to the memory of Sarah, wife of
Joshua Hughson, who departed this life on the 29th, May, 1829 in the 53rd year
of her age.
And Ann, wife of Arthur Richards and
daughter of Joshua and Sarah Hughson, who departed this life on the 21st
January, 1827 in the 28th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Jane, wife of
Sydney P Johnson who departed this life on the 13th March, 1831, in the 30th
year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Henrietta, wife
of William Hughson who departed this life on the 30th November 1829 in the 34th
year of her age.
And James Hughson, Master Mariner, and
son of Joshua and Sarah Hughson who departed this life on the 26th April 1829
in year 28th year of his age.
In the memory of James Hogan who
departed this life July 13th 1833 in the 62nd year of his age.
Also of his wife Sidney Bolton who
departed this life Sept 26th 1833 in the 60th year of her age.
Died, Martha, wife of Stephen Humbert,
April 22nd, 1815 in the 30th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Alfred, son of
Thomas and Lois Hunt of Hopewell, who departed this life October 27th, 1840 aged
24 years.
J
In memory of Robert James who died April
29th 1842 in the 73rd year of his life.
In memory of Rachel Jacobus who departed
this life on the 25th October 1807 aged 69 years.
In memory of Margaret Johnston who died
August 3rd 1847 aged 42 - a native of Sligo, Ireland.
Also his daughter Eliza who died April
28th 1847 aged 22 years.
Sacred to the memory of Abel, son of
Chapman and Mary Judson, who drowned Nov 5th, 1812, aged 23 years and 6 months.
Sacred to the memory of Chapman Judson,
who departed this life July 28th, 1817, in the 60th year of her age.
In memory of Margaret Johnston who died
August 3rd, 1847, aged 42 – a native of Sligo, Ireland. Also her daughter Eliza
who died April 28th, 1847, aged 22 years
K
Sacred to the memory of James Cullum
Kelly, late of His Majesty’s Customs who died Jany 19th, 1831.
Also in memory of Noblett Johnson Kelly,
the fourth daughter of JC Kelly who died March 21st, 1834.
Also in memory of Isabella Gordon Kelly
the fifth daughter of JC Kelly who died June 18th, 1844.
Sacred to the memory of Catherine Kelly,
the beloved wife of Abel A Hardenbrook who departed this life the 5th Dec 1799,
aged 37 years.
In memory of Neil Kennedy who departed
this life on the 1st day of April 1820 aged 54 years.
Also of Isabella Kennedy her neice who
died on the 1st July 1848 aged 70 years.
In memory of Stephen Kant who departed
this life on the 12th Sept 1828 in the 80th year of his
age.
Sacred to the memory of Eliza Kinnear 4th
daughter of Andrew Kinnear Esq born 5th Oct 1806, died 29th August 1823.
In memory of Letitia relict of the late
Andrew Kinnear Esq born at Letterkenny, County Donegal, Ireland
Sacred to the memory of Agnes, wife of
George King, who departed this life December 23rd 1831 in the 24th year of her
age.
Also Ann King, his sister, who departed
this life March 14th 1832 in the 32nd
year of her age.
In memory of John Knutton Esq who was
born at Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, and was for many years a merchant in this
city, who departed this life, 20th July 1827 aged 85 years.
In memory of Margaret Knutton, a native
of Paisley, Scotland, and widow of the late John Knutton Esq who departed this
life the 23rd August 1829 aged 72 years.
Sacred to the memory of Charlotte AN
wife of Solomon S Knight and youngest daughter of Jasper Stymest, Esq, who
departed this life the 20th of January 1828 in the 28th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Mary, wife of Benjamin
T Knight and oldest daughter of Thomas and Charlotte Miles who departed this
life 11th January 1841 in the 21st year of her age, much and sincerely
regretted by a large circle of relatives and friends.
L
In memory of Bathsheba, wife of Richard
Lawrence who died July 24th 1808 in the 38th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Mary, wife of
Alexander Lawrence, who departed this life 29th March 1832 aged 42 years.
Sacred to the memory of Mrs Sarah, wife
of Mr James Lawton who departed this life in full assurance of a happy
immortality 6th October 1831 aged 32 years.
Here lies the body of William Lorain,
born nigh Locherby, in Scotland, and died this 3rd day of January
1804 in the 33rd year of his age.
In memory of Sally, wife of Daniel Lovett, who departed this life Dec 6th, 1801.
Sacred to the memory of Capt Daniel
Lovett who departed this life on 16th February 1833 in the 80th year of his
age.
Also Capt Daniel Lovett, oldest son of
Daniel and Sally Lovett, who died who died in the Island of Antigua on the 18th
May 1820 in the 30th year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of William
Lymberger, of Paisley, Scotland, who departed this life March 10th,
1829, aged 27 years.
M
In memory of Mary Edward, Spouse of Thomas
Marjoribanks who departed this life the 29th August 1788 aged 50 years.
In memory of Thomas Marjoribanks who
departed this life on the 10th day of June 1793 aged 60 years.
In memory of Isabella Major who departed
this life on the 11th day of October 18___ aged 23 years.
Lieutenant TG Marlay of the Royal
Artillery died the 21st May 1837 aged 37 years.
Memorial of George Matthew, Harbor
Master of this Port and a native of Dundee, Scotland, who died on the 27th of
April 1832 aged 88 years.
In memory of David Matthews who died at
Carthagena, in Republic of Columbia, Central America, on the 10th
September, 1825, aged 47 years.
Also of David Matthews, son of David and
Elizabeth Matthew who was lost by the stranding of the Brig Volante, in a gale of wind on the Coast
of Nova Scotian, the 22nd Dec 1831, aged 22 years.
Sacred to the memory of Robert McKenzie
who departed this life July 8th 1815 aged 55 years.
Sacred to the memory of Jemima wife of
George McLean and daughter of Joshua and Sarah Hughson who departed this life
Oct 3rd 1821 aged 21 years and 18 days.
Sacred to the memory of Mary Mackie who
departed this life 22nd September, 1843, aged 64 years.
Also to the memory of Pamelia Hanford,
who departed this life April 25th, 1844 aged 60 years.
Sacred to the memory of Henry McAdam who
departed this life on the 12th of January 1828 in the 41st year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of George McCall,
native of Dumfries-shire, North Britain, who departed this life, March 23rd
1812 in the 78th year of his age.
Also Lydia, his wife, who departed this
life on the 21st day of November 1829 aged 90 years.
In memory of Murdoch McAuley who
departed this life Nov 17th 1817 aged 28 years and 6 months.
Erected in memory of Mary Moore who
departed this life July 8th 1841 aged 38.
In memory of James Morrow, a native of
County Cavan, Ireland who died July 1st 1834 aged 28.
To the memory of Charles Morrow a native
of County Cavan, Ireland, who departed this life on the 14th day of June 1842 in
the 32nd year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Rebecca McKay
who came to this Province from Pennsylvania in the United States of America in
AD 1783 and died 6th January 1839 aged 91 years. This stone is placed here by
desire of her son, to mark the place that contains the remains of a kind and
affectionate Parent.
Here lies the body of Mary McLeod who
was born in the City of Glasgow, North Britain who departed this life May 19th
1801 om the 67th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Ann McLeod, daughter
of Alexander and Elizabeth McLeod who departed this life on the 17th Dec 1812
aged 15 years, 4 months and ____ days.
To the memory of James McNinch who
departed this life Oct 14th 1838 aged 38 years.
Erected by Capt Alexander McNaughton as
a tribute of affection to his much loved and amiable wife Elizabeth who
departed this life Dec 1st 1843 ae. 33 years.
In memory of Marjory McMullin, wife of
Hugh McMullin, who departed this life 13th October 1812 aged 40 year.
Sacred to the memory of Jane, wife of
John McDougal, who died 28th November 1831 aged 22 years.
Alexander McDonald, late of Wigtown,
North Britain, Mariner, who departed this life 29th December 1813 aged 35
years.
Sacred to the memory of Margaret wife of
George McFarlane who died March 24th 1834 aged 33 years.
To the memory of Mary, wife of William B
Melick, who departed this life on the 17th August 1827 in the 28th year of her
age.
In memory of William Mercer, son of John
and Ann Mercer, who died on the 12th April 1827 aged 19 years.
In memory of Abigail, wife of Samuel
Miles, who departed this life August 20th 1795 aged 35 years 1 month and 25
days.
In memory of Mary, relict of the late
David Merritt, deceased, who died on the 20th April 1842 in the 72nd year of
her age.
Sacred to the memory of William Melick,
who died on the 27th day of April 1808 aged 55 years.
Also his wife Zerisiah, who died May 6th
1847 aged 79 years.
And their daughter Mrs Sarah Reid, died
Dec 7th 1845 aged 50 years.
Also their son, William G Melick died
August 6th 1834 aged 35 years.
Sacred to the memory of William B Melick
who departed this life Oct 14th 1832 aged 38 years.
Sacred to the memory of Deborah, wife of
James G Melick, and daughter of Daniel and Mary Smith, who departed this life
on the 2nd October 1827 in the 22nd year of her age.
Here rest the mortal remains of Caleb
Merritt who was born in the state of New York and emigrated to this Province
1783. Obit 5th August 1821 in the 58th year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Israel Merritt,
a native of New York. He was one of the early settlers in this Province. He
died on the 4th day April AD 1826 aged 57 years.
Also Robert Merritt, his son, who died
on the 11th September AD 1822 aged 6 years.
In memory of Mrs Sarah Miller, wife of
James Miller, who departed this life July 27th 1791 aged 22 years.
Sacred to the memory of James Miller,
who departed this life, Nov 17th 1810 in the 45th year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of John Milligan,
Architect and civil engineer, a native of Dumfries-shire, Scotland, who
departed this life May 1st, 1821 aged 47 years. Universally esteemed by all who
knew him as an affectionate husband and
tender parent and sincere friend.
In memory of Thomas Mullins Sr who
departed this life March 27th 1799 aged 51 years.
And likewise his wife Prudence Mullins
who departed this life Oct 5th 1791 aged 34 years.
Sacred to the memory of Margaret B
Munro, wife of Alexander Munro, who departed this life Oct 2nd 1826
aged 63 years.
Sacred to the memory of Alexander Munro
who departed this life the 27th March 1825 aged 74 years.
Sacred to the memory of George Moon who
departed this life January 17th in the year of Our Lord 1825.
In memory of Thomas Mullard, son of
Richard Mullard, born in the City of Leicester, Old England, who departed this
life March 25th Anno Domini MDCCXCIII, aged 40 years and six months.
In memory of Mary Mullard aged 41 years
died 18th March 1820.
Sacred to the memory of Ann Tait, wife
of the late Donald Munn, a native of Paisley, Renfrewshire, who died Nov 3rd
1834, leaving five children to mourn the loss of an affectionate and kind
mother.
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth
Moffatt, wife of James Adams, who departed this life, 22nd July 1838
aged 43 years.
Also in memory of James Adams Jr who
deceased on the 6th of February 1840 aged 24 years.
This stone was erected by the Survivors
of the family, James Adams and John H and Elizabeth Buchanan.
In memory of Thomas Merritt born April
12th 1730, died March 23rd 1821 aged 91 years 11 months
and 11 days.
Sacred to the memory of Fanny Cornwall,
consort of David Merritt and daughter of William H Smith, Surgeon, who departed
this life June 9th 1838 aged 30 years.
Sacred to the memory of David Merritt
late of this City and for many years a respectable merchant born Nov 28th
1764, died June 14th 1828 aged 63 years 6 months and 17 days.
In memory of Catherine, wife of Rev
William Murray, Wesleyan Missionary, who died August 31st 1837 in
her 41st year.
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Sacred to the memory of Sophia, V.D. the
wife of Solomon Nichols who died June 14th 1824 aged 23 years.
Sacred to the memory of Solomon Nichols,
Esq who departed this life June 20th 1838 in the 46th
year of his age.
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Sacred to the memory of William S Oliver
Esq who departed this life 22nd day of February 1813, aged 62 years,
greatly beloved and lamented. He lived and died in the practice of doing
Justice, loving mercy and walking humbly before his God.
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In memory of G. wife of Thomas Plummer
and daughter of JM Noyes of New York, who departed this life January 17th
1828 aged 32 years.
In memory of Robert Parker, Esq who,
from the first settlement of this Province held the office of Store-Keeper of
his Majesty’s Ordnance, and Comptroller of His Majesty’s Customs as this place,
the duties of which he firmly and honourably discharged. He died July 23rd
1839 aged 73.
In memory of Ann Peel, wife of Humphrey
Peel, who departed this life January 9th 1821 aged 25 years.
In memory of John Paul, a native of
Lanark, Scotland, who departed this life on the 29th day of April
1833 in the 83rd of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Sophia wife of
Robert Payne who departed this life January 9th 1821 aged 25 years.
In memory of Captain, the Honorable JH
Perry, 30th Regiment, who died 18th Oct 1842 aged 28
years.
Under this stone are place the earthly
remains of the Rev George Pidgeon, formerly of Trinity College, Dublin, later
Rector in this Parish and Ecclesiastical Commissary in this Province 23 years.
He died May 6th 1815 aged 57 years.
In memory of Thomas E Walker of St
Leonards, London, who died 18th March 1800 aged 91 years.
Also his daughter Eve, wife of Samuel
Parker who died 30th June 1828 aged 63 years.
In memory of Barton William Rowlett Wallop,
Esquire, late Naval Officer of the Port of St John, born at Southampton,
England, died in January AD 1824 in the 43rd year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of the Hon James
Putnam, Esquire, who was appointed a member of His Majesty’s Council and a
Justice of the Supreme Court in the organization of the Government of this
Province at its original formation AD 1784. He had been for many years before
the war which terminated in the independence of the United States of America,
an eminent Barrister-at-Law, and was the last Attorney General. He died on the
23rd day of October AD 1789 aged 64 years.
In this vault are all deposited the
remains of his wife Elizabeth Putnam who died on the 2nd day of May
AD 1798 aged 66 years.
And of his daughter Elizabeth Knox who
died in the 14th day of August AD 1787 aged 18 years. (daughter of Elizabeth
Putnam)
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In memory of Pierre Durrant Racord,
planter of the Island of St Lucia, who departed this life 18th August, in the
year of our Lord 1821 aged 34 years.
Sacred to the memory of Rebecca wife of
Charles Ray who departed this life April 27th 1839 aged 35 years.
Sacred to the memory of Abigail, wife of
Robert Ray, who departed this life on the 16th day of June 1831 in
the 35th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Charles Raymond
who departed this life on the 23rd August 1834 aged 42 years. Deeply
regretted by all his relatives and friends.
In memory of Margaret, wife of James
Reed, who departed this life 13th Sept 1814 aged 50 years.
Sacred to the memory James Reed, Esq,
who departed this life the 6th Dec 1820 aged 63 years.
Sacred to the memory of James Robertson,
Jr a native of Huntly, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and for many years a
respectable Merchant of this City who died March 11th 1830 in the 37th
year of his age.
In memory of Mrs Maria Pratt who died
the 5th day of July 1816 aged _6 years.
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Sacred to the memory of Ann, wife of
Thomas A Sancton who died on the 6th December 1838 aged 28 years.
Her end was peace.
Sacred to the memory of Thomas Sandall,
Esq who was born on the 10th November 1785 and died on the 22nd
February 1835. This stone is erected as a token of love and esteem for a much
lamented husband and parent.
Sacred to the memory of Thomas Sanston,
Esq a native of Cockermouth, England. For many years Chamberlain of the City
and Treasurer of the County of Saint John. Lived respected and died lamented on
the 23rd day of February 1830 aged 72 years.
Also Jane, wife of the above, who died
on the 25th day of August 1821 aged 45 years.
Erected to the memory of Daniel Scott,
Merchant Taylor of this city, a native of Perthshire, Scotland, who departed
this life aged 48 years May 21st 1839.
Sacred to the memory of Helen, wife of
James Scoullar, who died March 4th, 1800 aged 27 years.
In memory of Eliza Scovil, wife of
William Scovil, daughter of Rev Mather Byles, DD. Born 9th May 1787.
Died 18th Nov 1808.
Sacred to the memory of Benjamin Seaman
Esq, late of Staten Island, Province of New York, deceased
In memory of Roberta, the wife of
Thatcher Sears, born the 30th of August 1793, departed this life
February 5th 1818 aged 25 years.
Also of James Sears, born the 10th
June 1799, departed this life July 19th 1825 aged 26 years.
Sacred to the memory of Mr Thatcher Sears
who departed this life July 9th AD 1819 aged 67. This monument is
erected by his family in esteem for the Christian virtues, and regret for the
loss of a good and beloved parent.
Sacred to the memory of George Sears who
died January 21st 1844 aged 48 years. As a Christian, he died
Justly, loved Merry and walked humbly with God. As a member of Society he did
unto others as he would they should do unto him.
Sacred to the memory of George Sewell, a
native of the City of London, Great Britain, born AD 1792. Died 24th
April 1828.
Sacred to the memory of Ann L wife of
John Sherrard who departed this life August 26th 1822 aged 30 years.
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth wife
of Staff Surgeon Short who died November 28th 1824 aged 40 years.
In memory of Robert Shrives, a native of
Peterhead, North Britain who died 30th December 1825 aged 36 years.
Sacred to the memory of Margaret Boas,
wife of John Sinclair, who departed this life February 24th 1821
aged 28 years.
Also of John Sinclair who died September
9th 1844 in the 58th year of his age ____________ Perthshire.
John Wiggins Smith, Master Mariner, who
died November 3rd 1841 aged 71 years.
Sacred to the memory of William Howe
Smith Esq, for many years a Surgeon in this City, who departed this life Oct 9th
1822 in the 46th year of his age.
And of his son Elijah Miles Smith who
died September 7th 1823 in the 23rd year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Harriet Elinor
third daughter of Samuel and Cynthia Smith who departed this life the 22nd
day of February 1814 aged 18 years 8 months and 20 days.
In memory of Catherine, wife of Thomas
Spence, who departed this life November 11th 1828 in the 29th
year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Henry Stenning,
native of Sussex, England, who departed this life 22nd November
1821. This stone is erected by his Brother-in-law, Henry E Davey, as a token of
Esteem.
Sacred to the memory of Benjamin
Stanton, born June 13th 1755, died March 19th 1823 in the
68th year of his age.
Likewise William K the son of Benjamin and
Mary Stanton born July 14th 1792 died Nov 7th 1822 in the
31st year of his age.
Of Esther Stewart daughter of John and
Margaret Toole who departed this life on the 6th day of June 1816 in
the 26th year of her age.
Sacred to the memory of Jasper Stymest,
a native of Long Island, State of New York and for many years a resident in
this City. He was born on the 10th September 1751 and died on the 22nd
March 1826.
Also of his wife Mileah, a native of
Peekskill, North River, New York, who was born on the 23rd September
1762 and died in this City on the 17th January 1838.
In memory of William Stenning a native
of Sussex, England, who departed this life June 26th 1818 aged 35
years. He lived a pattern of industry and died triumphing in the Righteousness
of him who is Death’s Plaque and Grave’s Victor.
In memory of Althea, wife of John Stobo
who departed this life Nov 5th 1786 aged 15 years, 2 months and 27
days.
Polly, wife of Samuel Stevens died Oct
26th 1803 aged 52.
In Memory of Jane, Wife of Benjamin Smith,
and, daughter of Joseph and Ruth Canby, who died July 11th 1826 aged
27.
In memory of Elizabeth Regan wife of
Benjamin Smith and youngest daughter of James M and Elizabeth Fairchild who
died November 8th 1830 in the 26th year of her age.
In memory of Elizabeth Brown, wife of
William O Smith died February 25th 1835 aged 28 years. Deeply and
sincerely regretted.
In memory of Robert Stober of the Royal
Artillery, who departed this life on the 11th day of August 1791
aged 32 years.
Sacred to the memory of James Stewart, a
native of County Antrim, Ireland, who died on the 7th August 1839 in
the 44th year of his age.
In memory of John Steward, who departed
this life July 9th 1791 in the 38th year of his age.
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Sacred to the memory of Mary Taylor wife
of George Taylor Jr who departed this life Oct the 25th in the year of Our Lord
1816 in the 19th year of her age.
This stone, erected, by John Taylor
marks the spot where repose the Ashes of his mother, Ann Taylor, widow of
Lieutenant and Adjutant Taylor 27th Regiment of Foot, died November 7th, 1832
aged 69 years.
Sacred to the memory of Capt Charles
Thomas, who departed this life 2nd December 1818 aged 73 years.
Also Huldah, his wife, who died 9th
April 1830 aged 63 years.
In memory of John Thomson Esq, a native
of St Finians, North Britain and for many years, a merchant in the City, who
departed this life July 23rd 1825 aged 70 years.
Sacred to the memory of William Thomson,
Merchant, who died on the 11th March 1802 in the 57th
year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Isabella
Thomson, relict of William Thomson, Merchant, who died on the 28th
Oct 1824 om the 76th year of her age. Few have died so much dispared
or died so justly mourned.
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Sacred to the memory of John Venning who
departed this life the 2nd Nov 1810 aged 40 years.
Sacred to the memory of Mack Varley a
native of Kingston Upon Hull, Yorkshire, England, who departed this life on the
23rd May 1827 aged 72 years.
In memory of Mary Hildreth consort of
William Banbuskirk who died Nov 5th 1846 aged 20 years.
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Sacred to the memory of Peter Wade who
departed this life August 6th, 1816 aged 55 years.
Sarah Ann Walker, relict of Michael
Walker, Master Mariner, who was lost at sea. She died 7th March 1835
aged 48 years.
Also Ann Walker who died on the 21st
January 1837 in the 30th year of her age.
And John M L Walker, Master Mariner, who
died by shipwreck in St Mary’s Bay about the 24th Jany 1840 in the
27th year of his age.
This stone was erected by Thomas and
William Waters in memory of their beloved wives, Ellen and Mary Waters; Mary
the wife of William who departed this life Oct 23rd 1821 aged 62
years. Ellen the wife of Thomas who departed this life April 12th
1822 aged 36 years.
Sacred to the memory of Darling Whelpley
who desparted this life April 21st 1813 in the 75 year of his age.
Sacred to the memory of Mary S, wife of
David M Whiting, who died Sept 25th 1835 aged 43 years.
In memory of GWH Whitney died 29th
May 1822 aged 26 years.
David Waterbury SR born in Stamford,
Conn, 1758, died November 18th 1833.
Sacred to the memory of Christian Webb
who departed this life April 20th 1817 aged 66 years.
Sacred to the memory of Mrs Charlotte
Wallace, widow of the late Captain Alexander Wallace of this place, who
departed this life on the 14th day of July 1830 aged 49 years.
In memory of Robert Wood, Sr, who
departed this life April 26th 1827 in the 66th year of
his age.
Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth, wife
of Robert Welch and daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Gardner, who departed this
life April 11th 1821 aged 25 years.
Sacred to the memory of Benjamin Wiggins
who was born on the 6th day of February 1781 and departed this life
on the 8th day of January 1805.
Sacred to the memory of Anna Maria
Williams widow of Thomas Williams Esq late Commissary Annapolis Royal, NS. She
died June 15th 1823 aged 55 years.
Sacred to the memory of Archibald
Williamson, a native of Campbellton, Argyleshire, Scotland who departed this
life Sept 4th 1827 aged 45 years.
Sacred to the memory of Barbar Wilson
who departed this life January 27th 1823 aged 22 years.
To the memory of William Wilbur Esq who
departed this life on the 28th May 1838 in the 88th year
of his age.
Also Abigail, his wife, died 9th
May 1832 aged 67 years.
Also William their son died Sept 27th
1833 aged 46 years.
In memory of Isabella, wife of John
Wood, who departed this life Oct 1, 1810, aged 84 years.
To the memory of William Winton Esquire
late Collector of His Majesty’s Customs at the Port of St John, New Brunswick
which office he filled with Honor and Integrity upwards of thirty years. He
died 30th May 1816 aged 87 years. Much lamented and much respected.
This stone is erected by an affectionate
husband in memory of Sophia Augusta, wife of the Dr Peter Wiggins, Rector of Westfield,
NC, and daughter of the Hon Clarke Morris of Halifax who departed this life 12th
April 1835 in the 72nd year of her age.
In memory of Ann Maria Willis, wife of
the Rev Robert Willis, Rector of this Parish, and Ecclesiastical Commissary of
the Province, and eldest daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Heaviside who
departed this life Nov 20th 1821 aged 21 years. Deservedly beloved in life and
lamented in death.
Also to the memory of her father Thomas
Heaviside who died on the 9th day of July 1833 in the 64th year of his age.
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In memory of Micah Yeomans who departed
this life on the 3rd October 1816 aged 57 years 11 months and 26 days.
This monument is created by his brother John, in remembrance of him as the best
of brothers.
END
Dr James Hannay,
From:
Report on the Burying Grounds of New Brunswick, 1908
National Archives of Canada, 903 pages
(originally filed with the provincial government of NB
as a series of reports on the epitaphs on
the tombstones extant in various Loyalist
graveyards south of Kingsclear in southern NB.)