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Monument
DescriptionHead stone, double
Inscription

Here lieth the body of HENRY BRIDLE HILL son of Joseph and Susannah Hill who died the 14th of Feb. 1803 aged 28 years. His illness he bore with pateint resignation, to the will of God hoping that a crown of glory was prepared for him in the life to come. A faithful friend, a husband dear, a tender father lieth here. The sweet remembrance of the just will flourish whilst he sleeps in dust. In memory of GEORGE WAKELY who died December 5 1847 aged 89 years. Also of Sarah his wife who died March 28 1847.

NotesLocation: Outside SW window. George Wakely married Sarah Hill 20/1/1807.

Internees
NameDate of deathAgeResidence
Henry Bridle Hill14 Feb 180328
George Wakely5 Dec 184789
Sarah Wakely28 Mar 186594

Transcription by Morag Curtis

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