Fermanagh - Tombstones Inscriptions in Enniskillen Churchyard and Cemetery
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TOMBSTONES INSCRIPTIONS IN ENNISKILLEN CHURCHYARD AND
CEMETERY
From a Book "Enniskillen Long Ago"
The following list contains those of earliest date : -
Here lieth the Body of Richard Crooke, who departed the 3rd
day of Feb., anno. 1687. His age 56.
Here lyeth the Body of Elizabeth Jones, who departed the
4th day May, 1714.
Here lyeth the body of John Crozier, who departed this
life, October the 24, in the 67 year of his age, 1717.
Here lyeth the Body of Mary Roberts, wife to William
Roberts, who departed this life, March the 19, ano. 1720,
aged 64,
Here lyeth the Body of John Boyd, who departed this life,
April the 22, 1724, aged 19 years.
Here lyeth the body of Magrat Gallogly, alias Caldwell, who
departed this life, November 20th, 1726, aged 35.
The foregoing are cut in raised capital letters.
Here lieth the body of Stephen Price, who departed this
life, Sept. 12th, 1733, aged 72 years.
Here lyeth interr'd the Body of the Rev. Mr. Andrew
Mitchell, late Rector of Enniskillen, who departed this life
the 8th day of Jan.1742, in the 81st year of his age.
Inscriptions expressing the personal piety or social worth
of the departed.
Here lieth the Body of the Rev. Gustavus Armstrong, who
departed this life, March the 25th, a.d. 1832, aged 74
years. He was for more than forty years a useful Preacher of
the Gospel. " They that be wise shall shine as the
brightness of the firmament, and they that turn many to
righteousness, as the stars for ever and ever."
Sacred to the memory of the Rev*. Charles Lucas Bell, who
departed this life, 1st July, 1799, aged 48 years. Also*
Margaret Bell, his wife, departed this life, 6th Dec'.,
1817, aged 60 years.
Mrs. Mary Denham, wife of the Rev. J. Denham, died the 24
March, 1793. Alas ! she possessed great worth !
On a stone, cut stone the shape of a coffin, are the words
: -
To commemorate the remains of Frances Penelope Beake, who
died, March 25th, 1812, aged 20. And also on the following
day her infant daughter.
On a cradle-formed sarcophagus {of Portland stone), near
the street, is inscribed on one side : -
Here lieth the Body of Marianne Emily Brooke, who died in
infancy, at Castlecoole, January 17, 1815.
On the opposite side are the lines : -
" Death viewed the treasure to the desert given, Plucked
the fair flower, and planted it in Heaven."
MARIA BLAND.
This lovely bud, so young and fair,
Call'd hence by early doom,
First came to show how sweet a flower
In Paradise would bloom.
Died, November 7th, 1823, aged 16 months.
Sacred to the memory of Frances Jane, eldest daughter of
Liddle and Eliza Baxter, who departed this life, January the
5th, 1835, aged 21 years. "She hath come up, and is cut down
like a flower. But her hope in God shall not be
disappointed." " Blessed are the dead which die in the
Lord."
Erected to the memory of Robert Crawford, Esq. by his
father, Robert Crawford, of this town, as a tribute of
affection due to his virtues, and the many amiable qualities
he possessed as a son and brother, who departed this life,
May 25th, 1818, aged 22 years.
In sure and certain hope of a Resurrection to Eternal Life,
through the Mercy of God, by Jesus Christ, rests the mortal
part of Elizabeth Copeland, daughter of the late Mr. William
Harper, of Drumlamey, in the County of Cavan, who died at
Toucan, the 9th day of January, 1828, in the 37th year of
her age. "She opened her mouth with wisdom, and in her
tongue was the law of kindness."
Erected to the memory of James Cauthers of Waterinnerry,
who departed this life, April 11th, 1845, aged 60 years.
Also Margaret, his wife, who died, December 27th, 1854, aged
70 years* "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord."
Erected by their son, James Cauthers, of New York, America.
Erected by Mary Crooke, in memory of her beloved husband,
Thomas Crooke, who departed this life, August 21 St, 1858,
aged 42 years. His favourite motto was,
" A sinner saved by grace." Also, in memory of the above
Mary Crooke, who de-
parted this life, December 18th, 1870, aged 40 years. And
also, Elizabeth Crooke, fifth daughter, who departed this
life, 10th April, 1869. aged 13 years. "God is love."
Erected to the memory of Henry Edmonson, of Enniskillen,
who departed this life, Feb' 23rd. 1830, aged 58 years." I
know that my Redeemer liveth." ' In this identic body, I,
with eyes of flesh refined, restored, shall see that
self-same Saviour nigh, see for myself my smiling Lord.*
Erected by his daughter, Letitia Cauthers, New York,
America.
Sacred to the memory of Henry Echlin, son of Daniel Moore
Echlin, of Fitzwilliam Square, Dublin. Died, December t6th,
1862, aged 64 years. " There remaineth a rest for the people
of God." Also to the memory of Charles Henry Echlin, son of
the Rev. Charles Moore Echlin, Vicar of Killinagh, Co.
Cavan, and grandson of the above Daniel Moore Echlin. Died,
15th September, 1870, aged 33 years. "God is Love."
Sacred to the memory of Margaret, fourth daughter of
William and Catherine Gordon, who departed this life, 18th
October, 1870, aged 16 years. "Blessed are the dead which
die in the Lord."
Here lieth the Body of Mr. Lutt Hudson, who departed this
life, Jan the 17th, 1781, aged 81 years. In him Society lost
a member of unblemished character, The Poor a certain Refuge
in Distress.
Also, the Body of Sir Walter Hudson, Knt., one of the
Burgesses of the Corporation of Enniskillen, who died,
October 16, 1802, aged 71 years.
Sacred to the Memory of Alexander Hudson, Esq., who
departed this life on the 28th day of May, 1837, aged 58
years.
" Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."
Also, to the memory of Frances Hudson, his wife, who
departed this life on the 16th day of April, 1868, aged 74
years. " Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."
Underneath are placed the remains of Mary, the beloved wife
of the Rev. Thomas Jordan, and youngest daughter of
Alexander Hudson, Esq., J. P., deeply regretted by all who
knew her. She died in the full assurance of hope, on the
26th of April, 1860, aged 26
years. " Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see
God."
Here lieth the body of Elizabeth Kelly, alias Queade, who
departed this life, November the 24th, 1824, aged 44 years.
This stone was erected by her husband, John Kelly, of
Enniskillen, as he deemed it to be the last act of gratitude
and affection which he could pay to the memory, abilities,
and virtues of his beloved wife.
Robert, son of James King, Esq., born, August 8th, died,
November 26th, 1868. "Of such is the kingdom of God."
Erected by W. Livingston to the memory of his beloved wife,
Rebecca, who fell asleep in Jesus, 12th January, 1871.
"Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."
Sacred to the memory of Josephine, the beloved daughter of
Richard and Eliza Jane Louch, born, 5th January, 1867, died,
1st October, 1867.
" Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven."
Sacred to the Memory of Martha Jane, eldest daughter of Mr.
John Carrenduff and dearly beloved wife of Color Sergeant
Samuel Lockyer, 34th Regiment, who departed this life on the
8th of August, 1875, aged 22 years. " Blessed are the dead
who die in the Lord."
Underneath lie the remains of John M'Mullen, who died,
February the 8th, 1810, aged 84 years. This monument was
erected by his Nephew, William M'Mullen, as a Tribute of
Gratitude and Esteem to his Uncle's memory and virtues.
Also, The remains of his Wife,
Anne M'Mullen, who died, February the 8th, 1829, aged 88
years.
' And if to all her worth were known,
That worth would never find a tomb."
Underneath lies the body of the Rev. Thomas Nesbitt,
Wesleyan Minister, who departed this life in the full
triumph of a living faith, June 13th, 1832, aged 23 years.
His favourite Motto was, *A sinner saved by grace.' Also, of
his Father, the Rev. John Nesbitt, Wesleyan Minister, who
departed this life, January 18th, 1858, aged 82 years. And
near this spot repose the remains of his Mother, Margaret
Nesbitt, who fell asleep in Jesus, May 9th, 1861, aged 75
years. "The memory of the just is blessed."
Underneath lies the Body of Joseph Whitley, who departed
this life in great peace, through an humble but firm
confidence in the all-atoning merits of our Lord Jesus
Christ, the 7th July, 1847, aged 65 years. Also, his wife,
Hannah Whitley, who departed this life, trusting in the
all-atoning merits of her Redeemer, December 31st, 1855,
aged 63 years.
On a four-sided granite column, are the following records,
connected with the Gallogly family.
In this burial-ground were deposited the mortal remains of
George Gallogly, who died, January, 1824, aged 59 and of his
wife, Jane, who died, November, 1839,aged 76. Also of their
daughter, Margaret, wife of Charles Wilson, of the County of
Cavan, who died,
October 8th, 1827, in the 29th year of her age. This
monument is erected to their memory by the only daughter of
the above-named Margaret Wilson.
Upon the south side of the large sarcophagus monument
railed in, near the north-east corner of the church, is the
following inscription : -
Sacred to the Memory of William Stewart, Esq., who died on
the 20th of August, 1813, aged 72 years. And to the memory
of his wives, Catherine Starret, Anne Hassard, and Eliza
Wade ; and of his children, William, Richard, Jason,
Catherine, and Jane.
The following are tributes of esteem by surviving friends :
-
Erected by the Presbyterian Congregation of Enniskillen, in
memory of their late much beloved Minister, the Rev. Thomas
Berkeley, who died the 8th day of December, 1836, in the
ninth month of his Ministry, aged 23 years.
Sacred to the Memory of Robert Bell, aged 23 years, John
Davis, aged 26 years, and John Starbrook, aged 23 years.
Privates 2nd Battn. XIX. Regiment, who were drowned in Lough
Erne, on the 28th February, 1863. This stone is placed over
their Grave by the Officers, Non-Commissioned Officers, and
Privates of the 2nd Battn. XIX. Regiment, stationed at
Enniskillen, as a Memorial of fond esteem, and deep-felt
sorrow for their
untimely end.
'* In the midst of life we are in death."
Sacred to the Memory of the Rev. Richard P. Cleary, A.M., a
laborious Curate of this Parish for 19 years, who departed
this life, 9th February, 1845, aged 56 years. A few friends
who valued him while living and lament his death, have
erected this tomb over his remains to record their affection
and his worth.
Erected by I. Company, 1st Battn. 17th Regiment, in memory
of Private David Craven, aged 28 years, of the above
Company, who died at Enniskillen, on the 16th January, 1869.
Erected by the Members of Orange Lodge 415, in memory of
their Master, Peter Duff, who died 28th March, 1840, much
regretted, aged 40 years.
Sacred to the memory of William Elliott, who departed this
life the 24th of June, 1846, aged 27 years. And of Osborne
Elliott, who was accidently drowned on the 27 th August,
1847, aged 22 years. Erected by the M'Kinley Orange Lodge,
No. 1539, as a mark of their
sincere respect for their deceased Brethren.
John James Fawcett, Assistant Surgeon, 62nd Regiment,
departed this life, 29th May, 1827, aged 34 years. This
stone is erected to his memory by his Brother Officers, in
testimony of their esteem and regard.
In memory of Sergeant-Major John Fassindge, 91st
Highlanders, who died at Enniskillen, on the 16th July,
1876, aged 37 years. Erected by the Officers,
Noncommissioned Officers, and Men of the Regiment, as a mark
of Esteem and Respect.
Erected as a Testimony of esteem by the Aughrim Orange
Lodge, No. 890, to the Memory of the Rev. Henry Gray, who
died sincerely regretted, June 19, 1811, in the 37th year of
his age.
Erected by the Officers & Men of his Company, in memory of
Private Robert Gibson, of the 26th or Cameronian Regiment,
who was drowned whilst bathing in the Lake, on the 15th of
June, 1846, aged 24 years; native of Gratney Green in
Scotland.
Robert Keddle, Lieut. 50th Regiment, departed this life,
30th June, 1815, aged 28 years. His death was occasioned by
a wound received in action with the French, on the 13th
Dec'.1813, at St. Pierre, near Bayonne. This Stone was
erected by his Brother Officers, to perpetuate the memory of
a gallant soldier.
This Tomb is erected to the memory of Constable Thomas
Leahy, by the Officers, Head, and other Constables of the
Fermanagh Constabulary, as a memorial of esteem and respect
for one who for a period of ten years discharged with
diligence and fidelity the duty of Clerk to the County
Inspector of Constabulary. He departed this life, deeply and
'deservedly regretted by all who knew him, the 2nd day of
June, 1847, aged 29 years.
Erected as a Tribute of affection by the Children of Church
Sunday School and other Friends, in memory of William Lunny,
an Orphan Apprentice, who was drowned
in Lough Erne, 18th August, 1866, aged 15 years.
Sacred to the memory of the late Serjeant James Martin,
27th Inniskilling Reg*., who died at Omagh, on the 28th
March, 1852, aged 23 years. This Stone was
erected by the Orangemen of, the 27th Inniskillings, as a
Tribute of respect.
Sacred to the Memory of William, the beloved son of
Serg.-Major Oates, who, in the blessed hope of a joyful
Resurrection, fell asleep in Jesus, 7 Dec'., 1854, aged 30
years. This monument was erected by the Pensioners of the
Enniskillen District, as a testimony of their affection.
Sacred to the Memory of John Horsenden Peake, Esq', Lieut.
59 Regiment, who departed this life on the 10 of April,
1833, aged 35 years, deeply regretted by his Brother
Officers and Friends, to whom his many estimable qualities
had endeared him.
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