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Description	Headstone
Inscription	In Memory of Joan the wife of Joseph Best who departed this life the 12th August 1791 aged 48 years. Also of Thomas Adams who died 19 December 1793 Aged 80 years. To have we .... sleep and securely lie. Until the Dayspring from on high. Then may we hear the Bridegroom say, Arise beloved and come away. Also of John son of the above Joseph and Joan Best who departed this life December 1813 aged ....
Notes	SW Corner 21. Joseph Best married Joan Adams 13/9/1766
Name	Date of death	Age	Residence
Joan Best	Aug 1791	48
Thomas Adams	Dec 1793	80
John Best	Dec 1812	43

Transcription by Morag Curtis

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