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Monument
DescriptionCross
Inscription

Sacred to the memory of ADAM FOLLETT who died January 28th 1846 aged 67 years. A husband dear, a friend sincere, a tender Father sleepth here. Also of JANE wife of the above named Adam Follett who died January 25th 1856 aged 79 years. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Also of Adam Follett son of the above who died Oct 9 1882 aged 72 years.

NotesLocation: South. Cross with palm tree.

Internees
NameDate of deathAgeResidence
Adam Follett28 Jan 184667
Jane Follett25 Jan 185679
Adam Follett9 Oct 188272

Transcription by Morag Curtis

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