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Source=h:/!Genuki/RecordTranscriptions/YKS/YKSMelsStrays.txt ACOMBFound amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Long Marston,
between Wetherby and York.
I am assuming the "Bilton" is Bilton [in Ainsty] the neighbouring parish,
and not the Bilton where I live!
However, we all know, we can't assume anything with this
hobby................
"In memory of William the son of Quintin and Alice ACOMB of Bilton who
departed this life June 15th 1828 aged 34 years"
AGAR
One for Liz!
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Helmsley, ERY
Although only a few miles between the Helmsley parish and Nunnington, when I
spotted the SURNAME, it was too good to pass by, knowing we had an AGAR
searcher on the list. And in its own way, it is quite an unusual
inscription..............possibly two brothers?
"In memory of George and William AGAR late of Low Wood, Nunnington
George died December 18th 1861 aged 86 years
William died December 18th 1862 aged 72 years
Boast not thyself of tomorrow
For thou knowst not what a day may bring forth"
Liz, are they in your tree? And there were probably 3 or 4 other AGAR
headstones all adjacent to each other - sorry, I didn't have the time to
take them down.
ALDRIDGE
Found amongst the headstones in Lawnswood Cemetery, Leeds, WRY
"In affectionate remembrance of John William ALDRIDGE of Nottingham who died January 4th 1900 aged 52 years
Also of Robert WIGHT of Leeds [bros in law] who fell asleep March 25th 1917
To live in hearts that love is not to die"
APPLETON
Found amongst the headstones in St Mary's churchyard at Raskelf, near
Easingwold.
Asenby is near Topcliffe, which is between Ripon and Thirsk
"In affectionate remembrance of James APPLETON who was born at Asenby, died
at Raskelf September 9th 1880 aged 77 years
Also Elizabeth widow of the above who died June 13th 1896 in her 80th year
Also Walter Percival the beloved son of J H and A A APPLETON and grandson of
the above who died May 28th 1903 aged 14 years"
ARMSTRONG
Yesterday took me to Ainderby Steeple [St Helen's] between Bedale and
Northallerton, NRY.
North Shields is on the north bank of the River Tyne in Geordieland.
"In affectionate remembrance of William ARMSTRONG of North Shields who died
at Morton on Swale September 3rd 1869 aged 70 years
For me to live is Christ and to die is to gain"
ARMSTRONG is a hugely common name in the north-east and perhaps the most
remembered is the great Victorian inventor and engineer, Lord William
ARMSTRONG [1810 to 1900].
AVISON
Found amongst the stones in St Michael's churchyard at Markington, near Ripon
"In memory of Lettice AVISON of Rastrick near Halifax who died at the Grange, Markington September 12th 1854 aged 24 years"
BARNES
Another new venue - St Peter and St Felix at Kirkby Ravensworth, NRY
"In affectionate remembrance of William Heslop BARNES of Brompton on Swale
who died February 3rd 1878 aged 52 years, son of Robert Hodgson BARNES and
grandson of Reverend Robert BARNES. Both of Barnard Castle.
Mary Trenholm, his wife died at Scorton May 27th 1888 aged 64 years"
BARTON
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate, NRY
"In memory of Henry Charles Benyon BARTON of 20 Onslow Gardens, London who fell asleep August 21st 1894 in his 73rd year"
BENNETT
Found amongst the headstones in Holy Trinity churchyard, at Dacre, near
Pateley Bridge
"In affectionate remembrance of Mary Jane BENNETT relict of the late George
BENNETT of Wellington, New Zealand who died July 6th 1885 aged 66 years"
Any takers?
BINNS
Found amongst the headstones in the cemetery at Wetherby, WRY
Although we may now consider Wetherby to be a part of Leeds, 100 years ago they were quite separate - urban sprawl!
"In loving memory of Arton BINNS late of Leeds who died at Hallfield Cottage, Wetherby March 12th 1890 aged 63.
Also Christiana wife of the above who died October 30th 1902 aged 73"
BLANSHARD
Another new venue! St Mary's at East Cottingwith, in the parish of Aughton,
ERY.
Ellerton is a neighbouring village and is a parish in its own right.
"Sacred to the memory of James BLANSHARD late of Ellerton who departed this
life October 14th 1822 aged 66 years
Mourn not my friends at my decease
I hope with Christ I've made my peace
Repent in time, make no delay
I soon from you was call'd away
Also Elizabeth wife of the above James BLANSHARD who died October 2nd 1849
aged 85 years"
BREAR and BRAYSHAW
Found amongst the headstones in St Jude's churchyard, Hartwith, near
Harrogate - in the beautiful dale, Nidderdale. Braisty Woods is a hamlet
close to Hartwith.
"In memory of Elizabeth wife of Robinson BREAR of Manningham, near Bradford
and daughter of William and Ellen BRAYSHAW of Braisty Woods who died August
24th 1861 aged 26 years
I know that my redeemer liveth
Also of Mary Ellen BREAR daughter of the above who died March 23rd 1860 aged
15 weeks and was interred in the Bradford cemetery"
BROWN
Found amongst the headstones in Ilkley Cemetery, WRY
Market Weighton is in the ERY, betwixt Pocklington and Beverley
"In loving memory of John Sowden BROWN minister of the congregational
church, Market Weighton who died at Ilkley January 28th 1879 aged 48 years
Perfect through suffering"
BULMER
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael churchyard at Cold Kirby,
perching on the edge of the Hambleton Hills above Thirsk.
"In affectionate remembrance of William BULMER of Kirkbymoorside who died
November 7th 1868 aged 31 years
Also William son of the above who died in his infancy
Also Rachel Ann BULMER wife of the above who died February 22nd 1900 aged 66
years"
BUTCHER
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints church at Hooton Pagnell, WRY
Formerly from London
"Sacred to the memory of Mary relict of John BUTCHER formerly of Gloucester
Street, Commercial Road East, London who departed this life April 23rd 1845
aged 80 years"
CALVERT
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard of St Michaels and All Angels, Linton, Grassington, North Yorkshire
Bashall Eaves was in the West Riding, but now is in Lancashire [we like to confuse]. It is near Clitheroe.
"In affectionate remembrance of William CALVERT of Bradford House, Bashall Eaves who died June 26th 1862 aged 56 years
Also Elizabeth his widow who died July 17th 1874 aged 62 years"
CARLESS
Found amongst the headstones in St Mary's churchyard at Long Preston, near
Settle, NRY
"In loving memory of Walter CARLESS of Liverpool who departed this life
April 9th 1878 aged 50 years
Also of Margaret relict of the above who departed this life January 16th
1892 in her 70th year"
CARTER
Found amongst the headstones in St James's churchyard at Birstwith, in
Nidderdale
Hampsthwaite is the village next to Birstwith
Nether Silton is close to Thirsk, NRY
"In memory of Elizabeth CARTER late of Nether Silton who died at
Hampsthwaite January 19th 1884 aged 85 years"
CASS
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Brompton with
Sawdon, ERY
"In memory of John CASS of Scarboro' who departed this life 24th December
1811 aged 69 years
Also Susannah widow of the above who died November 12th 1818 aged 74 years"
CATTERSON
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Helmsley, NRY
Beverley, I don't think needs any explanation - but is in ERY
"In memory of Frances the daughter of George and Jane CATTERSON of Beverley
who died on the 10th day of September 1832 aged 29 years
She was pleasant in life
And piously serene in death"
CHEETHAM
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard at Nidd, near Harrogate
"In memory of William CHEETHAM late of Manchester who died June 2nd 1868
aged 58 years
The sweet remembrance of the just
Will flourish when they sleep in dust
Erected by his wife in affectionate remembrance"
CLARK
Found amongst the headstones in St Lawrence churchyard, Carlton Miniott,
near Thirsk, NRY
Strensall is now on the outskirts of the City of York
"Sacred to the memory of Joseph CLARK late of Strensall who departed this
life May 19th 1860 aged 57 years
Also of Mary wife of the above who died January 11th 1882 aged 75 years"
COCKERILL
Found amongst the headstones in St Thomas churchyard at Killinghall, near Harrogate
Malton - in the ERY
"In loving memory of Mary Darnbrook COCKERILL widow of Thomas COCKERILL of Malton died April 11th 1937 aged 86 years"
COLTART
Found amongst the few headstones at the United Reformed Church on Bridge Street, Otley, WRY
"In memory of Robert COLTART
Born in Glencairn, Dumfrieshire 3rd May 1843
Died at Otley 13th July 1866"
COONEY
Found amongst the headstones in Harlow Hill Cemetery, Harrogate
"In loving memory of Edward COONEY, late of Coote Hill, Ireland who died June 9th 1892 aged 67
Also of Mary Eliza wife of the above
Born September 12th 1841
Died June 10th 1923
To be with Christ, which is far better"
CORNFORTH
And this is one for Justine, who I am hoping is still with us on Yorksgen.
I found this stray amongst the headstones at St Peter's, Osmotherley, NRY. Ellerbeck Mill was just next door to Osmotherley.
"Erected in memory of Mary the wife of Joseph CORNFORTH of Chapple Ash, Wolverhampton, Staffordshire and sister of the late John NORMAN of Ellerbeck Mill who died November 25th 1843 aged 76 years"
CRAVEN
Found amongst the headstones at All Saints, Ripley, near Harrogate, NRY
South Duffield is in the parish of Hemingbrough, ERY
"In affectionate remembrance of Charles CRAVEN of South Duffield who died July 27th 1866 aged 53 years"
The attached link may give you a flavour of Ripley, its history, the castle and the beauty
http://www.ripleycastle.co.uk/
CROSSLEY
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Hooton Pagnell, WRY
"In memory of William CROSSLEY [late of Doncaster] who died June the 5th
1821 in the 50th year of his age
Also of William CROSSLEY son of the above who died in the West Indies of the
yellow fever April 27th 1821 in the 18th year of his age"
I hope this belongs to someone - it has a wonderful connection with youth,
the WI's and the fever!
Please tell me if you can claim them...........
DAVIS
Found amongst the headstones inSt Michael and All Angels churchyard at
Linton in Craven, near Grassington
Originally from Foolow in Derbyshire
What a wonderful inscription.....................
"In memory of John and Henry DAVIS lead miners late of Grassington, but
formerly of Foolow, Derbyshire. John died July 8th 1835 aged 54 years. Henry
died March 17th 1845 aged 61 years.
They are both interred in this churchyard.
This stone is erected by a friend to commemorate their great musical talent.
John had one of the deepest and most extensive bass voices in this kingdom
and Henry was alike celebrated for his clear melodious tenor voice. Had they
lived at this day when musical talent is so much appreciated they would have
ranked at first among the musical celebrities of this present time.
Also Mary relict of the above John DAVIS who died October 29th 1879 aged 84
years"
Any claimees?
DAWSON
Found amongst the headstones in Skipton Cemetery
"In loving memory of John DAWSON. Born at Settle November 14th 1833. Died at
Skipton April 14th 1888
He made the rough path smooth, and dark days bright, forgetting self,
remembering all besides"
DAWSON
Found amongst the headstones in of St Thomas a Becket churchyard,
Hampsthwaite, near Harrogate.
I can't find Dalwick on multimap.com, but I'm sure some searcher in Scotland
could tell us the whereabouts.
"In affectionate remembrance of John FOWLER late of Dalwick, Peebleshire, NB
who died at Hampsthwaite August 29th 1872 aged 85 years
Also of Jane wife of the above who died February 3rd 1896 aged 91 years"
DAWSON
I had the opportunity, whilst working in the North Yorkshire Moors area this
week, to visit St Cuthberts at Kildale. What a delight! Although only a
small churchyard I did manage to find one stray.
Catterick is near Richmond, and is famous for its garrison and racecourse.
"In affectionate remembrance of Henry DAWSON [of Catterick] who died May 4th
1868 aged 19 years
In the midst of life we are in death"
DIBB
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard at Holy Trinity church, Dacre in the beautiful dale of Nidderdale.
"In memory of John DIBB born 16th October 1816, died 22nd May 1890, formerly of Bradford
Also Elizabeth his wife, born 9th July 1813, died 4th February 1913"
DICKINSON
Found amongst the headstones in St John's churchyard at Adel, Leeds, WRY
Bramley is now a suburb of Leeds, situated to the west of the city centre.
"In memory of William, third son of Lawrence and Hannah DICKINSON of Bramley who departed this life July 31st 1841 aged 62 years
Brethren the time is short
Also Anne, wife of the above William DICKINSON and daughter of the late Mr John KIRK of Cookridge who departed this life November 10th 1851 aged 77 years"
DICKSON
As light relief to the daily bickering on this list, I hope I can find a home for this stray.
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard of St Thomas a Beckitt, Hampsthwaite, NRY
I can't find Moston in the "Where is it in Yorkshire" index on the Genuki pages, but I am sure SKS on the list may be able to help, if we require it.
/big/eng/YKS/Misc/Where/M.html
"In memory of Frances Dickson of Moston near Filey who departed this life January 20th 1856 aged 70 years
Also James son of Henry and Ann ATKINSON of Harrogate who departed this life October 7th 1854 aged 9 months
Also Frances daughter of the above Henry and Ann ATKINSON who departed this life December 30th 1855 aged 9 years"
Remember to let me know if the stray fits your tree..................
DOUTHWAITE
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael's churchyard at Coxwold, NRY,
between Thirsk and Easingwold
Catterick is besides Richmond also NRY
"In memory of Mary widow of the late Charles DOUTHWAITE Esq of Ash House,
Catterick who died January 24th 1847 aged 37 years and 10 months.
Rest in peace
DUPEROY
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard of St Lawrence at Aldfield - very close to Fountains Abbey.
"Sacred to the memory of Mr Thomas DUPEROY of Ripon who died on the 22nd day of October 1819 aged 80 years"
FAIRBANK
Found amongst the headstones in Knaresborough Cemetery, NRY
"In loving memory of Samuel FAIRBANK late of Bradford who died May 20th 1898 age 50 years
In loving memory of my dear husband William FAIRBANK who died March 13th 1936 in his 86th year"
FARRAR
Found amongst the headstones at All Saints church, Kirkby Overblow, near Harrogate, NRY.
North Rigton is in the parish of Kirkby Overblow and Kellington is east of Pontefract in WRY.
"In affectionate remembrance of John FARRER of Kellington who died at North Rigton January 25th 1894 aged 70 years
Also Caroline wife of the above who died January 3rd 1863 aged 32 years"
FEATHER
Found amongst the headstones in the cemetery at Thornton, Bradford, WRY.
"In loving memory of Herbert FEATHER of Halifax who died March 11th 1913
aged 39 years
Also of Elsie daughter of Herbert and Hannah Amelia FEATHER who died April
18th 1913 in her 5th year
Until the day dawns"
FINGLAND
Found amongst the headstones in Wetherby Cemetery
"In memory of Mary widow of John FINGLAND of Otley who died December 25th 1879 aged 68 [or 58] years"
FISHER
Firstly, thank you to all those who contributed to my recent query about
census before 1841.
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at helmsley, NRY
Monmouthshire, for our distant listers, is in the principality of Wales.
And for those wanting a little history about Duncombe Park, please try the
link
/big/eng/YKS/NRY/Helmsley/DuncombeParkHistory.html
or there own webpages at http://www.duncombepark.com/
"Sacred to the memory of Rachel FISHER
Born at Caerleon, Monmouthshire
Died at Duncombe Park April 14th 1855 [possibly 1853] aged 25 [or 35] years
old"
FOWLER
Found amongst the headstones in Knaresborough Cemetery.
"In loving memory of Leonard FOWLER formerly of Stamford Bridge who died January 16th 1893 aged 72 years
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints
Also of Mary his widow who died December 15th 1900 aged 74 years
Also of Maud Beatrice STORR great-niece of the above who died July 6th 1898 aged 16 years"
FRYER
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Spofforth, near
Wetherby, WRY
Marske is about 5 miles west of Richmond, NRY
"In memory of Henry FRYER of Stockeld Lane of Marske near Richmond who died
May 9th 1870 aged 79 years"
GASS
Found amongst the headstones in Skipton Cemetery, North Yorkshire
"In memory of Andrew GASS of Gretna, Scotland who died at Skipton August 7th 1878 aged 42 years
Also Emily daughter of the above who died December 11th 1869 aged 1 year and 9 months"
GOODALL and BATHO
A mutlitude of allsorts in this one - Cheshire, Salop [Shropshire], Dewsbury and I found the inscription amongst the headstones in St Robert's churchyard at Pannal
"In the affectionate remebrance of Mrs Mary GOODALL late of Belvidere, Cheshire who departed this life at Harrogate February 27 1863 age 89 years
Also of Elizabeth daughter of the above and wife of Mr William BATHO late of Whitchurch, Salop who departed this life at Dewsbury March 24 1866 age 49 years"
GRATTON
Found amongst the headstones at All Saints, Ripley, NRY
"In affectionate remembrance of Sarah wife of William GRATTON of Linton-on-Ouse who died January 20th 1874 age 76 years
Also of William GRATTON who died July 29th 1875 in his 85th year"
HAIGH
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
"In loving memory of George HAIGH of Harrogate, late of Kirkburton, near Huddersfield
Born April 12th 1839
Died May 15th 1894
Not lost but gone forever
Also Mary widow of George HAIGH who died at Lindley, Huddersfield November 18th 1905"
HAMILTON
Found amongst the headstones at St Michael's and All Angels churchyard, North Otterington [near Northallerton, NRY]
"Erected in memory of Pybus HAMILTON late of Sinderby who died February 15 1842 age 34 years
Also of James Adamson HAMILTON son of Pybus and Mary Ann HAMILTON who died September 17 1843 age 6 years"
HAMMOND
Found amongst the headstones in St Mary's churchyard at Long Preston, near
Settle, NRY
"Sacred to the memory of Thomas HAMMOND of Cheadle in the county of Chester
who died suddenly at Settle on the 26th day of April 1852 aged 53 years
Deeply regretted by his disconsolate widow and a large circle of friends
whom he was much respected
Also Catherine the wife of Thomas HAMMOND who died May 6th 1854 aged 53
years"
HANSELL
Found amongst the headstones in Linthorpe Cemetery in Middlesbrough
"Erected to the memory of William Newton HANSELL Master Mariner, late of Whitby who died July 17th 1867 and is interred at Matanzas, West Indies aged 37 years.
Also of Jane wife of the above who died December 14th 1873 aged 44 years"
Looking forward to hearing from a claimant!
Best wishes,
HARDISTY
Found amongst the headstones in Skipton cemetery
"In loving memory of William HARDISTY
Born at Fewston June 25th 1822
Died at Skipton December 25th 1887
Also Mary wife of the above died February 20th 1911 aged 82 years
Also Charles son of the above died July 24th 1914 aged 62 years"
HAWKINS
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard of All Saints, Spofforth
[near Wetherby, WRY]
"Sacred to the memory of Lazarus HAWKINS of Fittleworth in the County of
Sussex who died at Spofforth on the 18th day of March 1848 in the 61st year
of his age
As a tesimony to faithful and devoted service during a period of upwards of
40 years
This stone is erected by his attached master and friend the Revd James TRIPP
rector of this parish
Not with Eyeservice as men pleasers, but as the servants of Christ, doing
the will of God from the heart; Eph: 6: 6
Also Jane the beloved wife of the above who died on the 16th February 1877
aged 78"
HEAPS
Found amongst the headstones in St Mary's churchyard at Long Preston, near
Settle, NRY
"In loving memory of Thomas HEAPS of Lisgard, Cheshire who died 13th
December 1889 aged 76 years
Also of Jane the beloved wife of the above, died at Long Preston 15th April
1894 aged 78 years
For ever with the Lord"
HEATH
Found amongst the headstones in Skipton Cemetery, NRY
"In loving memory of Fanny, the devoted wife of William HEATH, late of Nottingham who died October 25th 1892 aged 29 years
With Jesus"
HEPWORTH
Work has taken me out into the East Riding today, so I took the opportunity
to walk a couple of churchyards - more new ground. Todays stray is from All
Saints church at Brompton, ERY [a few miles east of Pickering].
"In affectionate remembrance of Joseph HEPWORTH of Leeds who died July 30th
1872 aged 60 years"
http://213.210.8.55/default.asp As an aside, if you are looking for pictures
in and around the suburbs of Leeds, try this link to Leodis Database. I
found a wonderful picture of the home I grew up in.
HOLGATE
Found amongst the headstones in St Mary's churchyard at Long Preston, near
Settle, NRY.
http://www.theturf.demon.co.uk/colne/main.htm And if you want to know more
about Colne, across the border in Lancashire, try this one.
http://www.daelnet.co.uk/features/churches/3peaks/lpreston.htm If you would
like to see more about churches in Wharfedale, try this link.
"In memory of John JOLGATE of Colne who died July 22nd 1871 in his 60th year
Also of Ann his wife who died February 1st 1875 in her 65th year"
HOLT
[I am back following a short trip to South West Wales, where I have continued to walk the coastline in beautiful spring weather]
Having downloaded 700+ msgs, the next job is to post a stray.
I found this one amongst the headstones at All Saints church, Nidd, just to the north of Harrogate.
"In affectionate remembrance of William HOLT who died in this parish the 29th day of August 1859 aged 80 years and is interred in his family grave in Horbury churchyard
Also of Mary Elizabeth HOLT daughter of the above who died at Nidd the 7th day of June 1869 aged 28 years and is buried beneath this stone"
HOUSEMAN
Found amongst the headstones in St Jude's churchyard, Hartwith, near Pateley Bridge, in the beautiful dale of Nidderdale.
Kirk Hammerton is between Knaresborough and York
"In loving memory of Mary HOUSEMAN late of Kirk Hammerton Mills
Born January 7th 1817
Died July 18th 1895
At eventide there shall be light"
HOWARTH
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael and All Angels churchyard,
Linton, near Grassington, in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
Clitheroe is just over the border, in Lancashire.
"Sacred to the memory of John HOWARTH stone mason of Clitheroe who departed
this life July 20th 1865 aged 52 years
Also Dinah widow of the above who died November 24th 1877 in the 64th year
of her age"
ILLINGWORTH
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Weston, near Otley, WRY
Horsforth is now a suburb of Leeds
"In affectionate remembrance of Ann the wife of John ILLINGWORTH of Low Hall Farm, Horsforth who died July 18th 1882 age 76 years"
ILLINGWORTH
I am thinking that this one may qualify for the oldest Stray I have found to date. Working back on age and date of death, Sarah was born in 1704.
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Ripley, NRY
"Here lies the body of Sarah the wife of Abraham ILLINGWORTH late of Malham in this county who departed this life in the 75th year of her age Anno Domini 1779.
ISAACS
Found amongst the headstones in Knaresborough Cemetery, North Yorkshire
"In loving memory of Elizabeth relict of the late George Christian ISACCS of Exeter who fell asleep November 6th 1894 in the 87th year of her age
He giveth his beloved sleep"
Please let me know if anyone can claim this stray.............
JAMES
Found amongst the headstones in the grounds of Ripon Cathedral
"In affectionate remembrance of Ann JAMES of Hull who died at Ripon 30th March 1878 aged 71 years
Also of Thomas Edgar son of Ralph and Mary Ella JAMES of Ripon and grandson of the above who died 24th June 1878 aged 13 years
Also of the above named Ralph JAMES who died 26th January 1880 aged 43 years
Also Mary Ella wife of the above named Ralph JAMES who died 15th January 1922 aged 83 years"
KAY
Found amongst the headstones at St Robert's, Pannal [near Harrogate, NRY]
"In memory of Judith the beloved wife of William KAY of Leeds who died in the Lord at Beckwithshaw the 16th of June 1842 in the 39th year of her age"
KINGSLEY
How about this for a great "stray" find for myself. I haven't any links that
I know of, but if anyone should claim William KINGSLEY, I would like to hear
from you!
Found amongst the headstones in St Wilfrids churchyard at South Kilvington,
on the doorstep of Thirsk, NRY.
"William Towler KINGSLEY B.D.
57 years rector of this parish.
Born at Berwick-on-Tweed June 28th 1815
Died July 3rd 1916 aged 101 years
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee because he
trusteth in thee. Isiah XXVI.3.
Looking forward to hearing from someone.............
KNOWLES
Found amongst the headstones at St John's church, Adel [Addle, Addel], just to the north of Leeds, WRY
"In memory of Mary KNOWLES native of Hornby in Lancashire who died at Adel Grange on the 24th of April 1872 aged 59 years
She was for above 32 years a faithful and beloved servant and friend in the family of R L FORD of Adel Grange"
KNOWLES
Found amongst the headstones in St Cuthbert's churchyard at Crayke, near
Easingwold.
Stockton on Tees is close to Middlesbrough, north of the county.
"In affectionate remembrance of Roger KNOWLES the beloved husband of Lucy
KNOWLES of Stockton on Tees who died September 6th 1885 aged 27 years.
Thy will be done"
KNOWLES
Found amongst the headstones in Knaresborough Cemetery, near Harrogate, North Yorshire
"Joseph KNOWLES of North Shields died November 27th 1880 aged 31 years"
LAND
Found amongst the headstones at All Saints church, Weston, near Otley, WRY
"In memory of James LAND of Oldham, Lancashire son of Joseph and Mary LAND of Asquith who departed this life on 25th November 1839 age 39 years"
LAWSON
Found amongst the headstones in St Oswald's churchyard, Leathley, near Otley, WRY
"In affectionate remembrance of Mary widow of the late George LAWSON of Hull who died December 19 1886 in her 90th year of her age.
Also George HOLMES of Lindley, son-in-law of the above who died August 18 1888 age 68 years"
LEE
Found amongst the headstones in Lawnswood Cemetery, Leeds
"In loving memory of John LEE late of Ripon
Born September 13th 1831
Died December 17th 1890
Also Margaret wife of the above who died May 27th 1921 in her 93rd year"
LINFOOT
Found amongst the headstones in St Thomas's churchyard at Hampsthwaite, near Harrogate
"In loving memory of Eleanor eldest daughter of George and Ann LINFOOT of Halifax who died at Hampsthwaite June 11th 1884 aged 24 years"
LOFTHOUSE
Found amongst the headstones at St Michael's, Markington, Ripon, NRY
Formerly from Manchester
"In affectionate remembrance of Michael LOFTHOUSE late of Ingerthorpe Villa, formerly of Manchester who entered into rest June 23rd 1886 aged 72 years and was interred here June 26th 1886
Also of Ann the beloved wife of the above who died at Longford, Manchester July 29th 1884 aged 71 years and was interred August 2nd 1884 at St Matthews church, Stretford.
LONG
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael's churchyard at North Otterington, near Northallerton, NRY
"To the cherished memory of Albert de Lande LONG youngest son of Peter Bartholomew LONG
Born at Ipswich 13th September 1844
Died at Crosby Cote, Northallerton 23rd February 1914
And of Susannah his wife, daughter of John Robert KELSO
Born at North Shields 8th August 1852
Died at Thorpe Hall, Barnard Castle 23rd March 1925"
LUPTON
Firstly, many thanks to all those responses to my recent 1881 lookup. Very
much appreciated.
This MI was found amongst the headstones in the St Michael churchyard at
Markington, near Ripon.
"In loving memory of Rebecca LUPTON formerly of Pateley Bridge who died
November 17th 1895 aged 87 years
In hope of eternal life"
MAJOR
Found amongst the headstones in Ilkley Cemetery, WRY
"In memory of Joseph Willett MAJOR of Southport who died suddenly at Ilkley September 4th 1889 aged 66 years
Sudden death, sudden glory"
MARSINGALL
I treated myself to a new venue yesterday - St Nicholas at Husthwaite, NRY.
A very pretty village and church.
For those with limited UK geography, Somerset is a county in the West
Country, and Taunton, one of its larger towns.
"In loving memory of Anthony eldest son of the late Samuel MARSINGALL
Captain R.N. of Taunton, Somersetshire who died September 1st 1888 aged 70
years
Gone but not forgotten"
MARTIN
Short and sweet - found amongst the headstones in Holy Trinity churchyard at
Dacre, in the beautiful dale, Nidderdale. A stones throw from Pateley
Bridge.
"In affectionate remembrance of Henry MARTIN of Leeds
Born June 5th 1827
Died February 5th 1901"
MILLIGAN
Hello listers,
I am sure you don't mind me posting my daily strays on this list. For those of you who don't know me, I get great pleasure from walking churchyards and cemeteries. Whilst I am doing that I collect "strays", and if possible I post one daily. I have had umpteen successes in accidentally finding those illusive ancestors. And that gives me just as much as a buzz as the pleasure it brings you!
So here is todays:
Found amongst the headstones in Wetherby Cemetery, WRY. Now it doesn't make it clear if this is Richmond in N Yorkshire, or perhaps, Richmond in Surrey.
"In memoriam William John MILLIGAN, late of Richmond
Born June 26th 1832
Died September 27th 1886
Also Herbert Walter son of the above
Born November 12th 1864
Died December 8th 1886
Thy will be done
And also Mary Anne Stubbs MILLIGAN relict of the above
Born November 30th 1836
Died July 24th 1903
There is sweet rest in heaven"
MILLS
Found amongst the headstones at St Mary's churchyard, East Keswick
"In affectionate remembrance of Maria relict of the late James MILLS of Moortown
Born September 5th 1827
Died April 19th 1903"
MORRILL
I took the opportunity of the Bank Holiday to enjoy the village of Coxwold,
NRY, and during the day walked the churchyard of St Michael's. This is one
of the few strays I collected.............
"In memory of Jane wife of James MORRILL of Pocklington who died June 11th
1859 aged 38 years"
MORRIS
Found amongst the headstones at St John's, Bishop Thronton, near to Ripon
"To the memory of Eleanor MORRIS late of Ripon who departed this life the 25th February 1826 aged 70 years
Also of James WOOD of Markington, brother to the above who died the 18th July 1825 aged 77 years"
MOUNTAIN
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Long Marston
[between Wetherby and York]
Rufforth is the neighbouring parish.
"Sacred to the memory of Frances Hannah daughter of John and Frances
MOUNTAIN of Rufforth who died June 4th 1834 aged 3 years"
MOUNTFORD
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate
Stafford being the county town of Staffordshire.
For those who aren't as familiar with English geography, Staffordshire is to the west of Derbyshire and to the east of Shropshire - quite a distance from Harrogate, say 120 miles.
"In loving memory of Amy second daughter of the late William and Eleanor MOUNTFORD of Stafford
Born December 19th 1867
Died March 28th 1895"
NATTRASS
Found amongst the headstones in Harlow Hill Cemetery, Harrogate
"In memory of Nicholas Jackson NATTRASS formerly of Sunderland, Master Mariner, who died at Harrogate on the 1st day of February 1899 in his 78th year"
PALLISTER
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael churchyard at Coxwold, NRY.
Bishop Monkton is a village adjacent to Ripon.
"To the memory of John PALLISTER late of Bishop Monkton who died February
13th 1856 aged 77 years
Also of Frances, wife of the above John PALLISTER who died September 27th
1856 aged 82 years"
PAPE
Found amongst the headstones at St Cuthbert's, Crayke, NRY
"In loving memory of William PAPE of West Square, Scarbro' who died February
4th 1886 aged 73 years
Also Susannah his wife who died March 26th 1887 aged 76 years"
PEACOCK
Found amongst the headstones in St Lawrence churchyard at Aldfield, near Ripon
"Here lieth the remains of William PEACOCK late of Kirkby Malzeard who departed this life December 25th 1789 aged 75 years
And of Ann his wife who died October the 2nd 1788 aged 74
Also of Ann their daughter who died May the 23rd 1767 aged 21
And of two daughters who died in their infancy"
Don't forget to let me know if you can claim them...............
PEARSON
Found amongst the headstones in St Thomas's chruchyard at Brompton, near
Northallerton.
I think "Rippon" as engraved on the headstone, is the Ripon, we know.
"Erected in memory of Robert PEARSON of Rippon who died November 8th 1840
aged 44 years"
PIGOTT
Firstly, thank you to everyone who sent me results for my recent 1881 census
search request.
This stray was found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at
Hooton Pagnell, WRY.
Bolton on Dearne is an adjoining parish.
"In loving memory of Sarah PIGOTT daughter of the late Godfrey PIGOTT [of
Bolton on Dearne] who died October 12th 1899 aged 52 years"
PUDDEPHATT
Found amongst the headstones at St Robert's church, Pannal, near Harrogate, NRY
"Sacred to the memory of Frederick PUDDEPHATT of Stockton on Tees who died at Melmerby November 23rd 1853 age 37 years
Also Isabella wife of the above who died March11th 1879 age 51 years"
Please tell me if any of my Strays "belong to you"
RAW
Found amongst the headstones in St Peter's churchyard at Hebden, near
Grassington, NRY
Embsay is a village bordering on Skipton
"In loving memory of John RAW of Embsay who died April 19th 1874 aged 45
years
Also of Elizabeth daughter of John and Martha RAW who died July 18th 1861
aged 3 years
Also of Mary Ann daughter of John and Martha RAW who died August 4th 1861
aged 5 years"
REMINGTON
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Formerly from Hull
"Rests in hope Ann Elizabeth REMINGTON widow of the late John REMINGTON of Hull who died at Harrogate August 12th 1893 aged 75 years
She bravely, faithfully, lovingly fought the battle of life
Still let her mild rebuking stand between us and the wrong, and her dear memory serve to make our faith in goodness strong
Also Ronald son of the above who died in London May 3rd 1883 aged 22 years
In ever loving memory of Marion Mowat REMINGTON, 4th daughter of the above who passed to the higher life September 7th 1920
Until the day dawns"
RICHARDSON
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard, Ripley, near
Harrogate
Formerly from Bishopdale [Glenys Marriott country], deepest Yorkshire Dales.
"Here lie the remains of John RICHARDSON Officer of Excise. A native of
Burton in Bishopdale who died the 4th day of October 1788 aged 44 years"
ROBINSON
Found amongst the headstones in Harlow Hill Cemetery, Harrogate, NRY
"In memory of Eliza ROBINSON of Wakefield who died at St Albans, High Harrogate April 24th 1893 aged 67 years"
RUDD
Today my work took me to Foston on the Wold in the ERY. A quick search
around St Andrew's churchyard only revealed one stray and here she
is.............
"In loving memory of Jane beloved wife of Robert RUDD of Foston, late of
Thwing, who died October 13th 1916 aged 66 years"
SAVAGE
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate, NRY
"In memory of Joseph SAVAGE late of Blyth Norney, Nottinghamshire who died at Harrogate April 28th 1874 age 67 years"
SAWER
Found amongst the headstones in Linthorpe Cemetery, Middlesbro'
Warcop is east of Penrith, which today is in Cumberland
"In affectionate remembrance of James SAWER born at Warcop, Westmorland April 3rd 1815, died at Middlesbrough, October 25th 1879 aged 64 years
Also Mary the beloved wife of the above born at Dufton Hall, Westmorland August 15th 1825, died at Middlesbrough, December 13th 1893 aged 68 years
Also Isabella daughter of the above died February 24th 1919 aged 61 years"
SCARBOROUGH and CONYERS
Ok, so the library is shut today, but the local cemetery isn't!
I have been to replenish my stocks of strays and have visited Grove Road Cemetery in Harrogate. Snow on the ground, swirling mists and many splendid Victorian monuments - no better place to spend a couple of hours learning about our Victorian ancestors. So here is the first of the new year:
"In loving memory of Stephen SCARBOROUGH late of Halifax
Born 20 November 1842
Died 20 December 1914
Also Susannah SCARBOROUGH widow of the above and eldest daughter of the late Joseph CONYERS
Born 26 September 1847
Died 5 April 1922"
SCHOFIELD
Found amongst the headstones at All Saints church, Nidd, near Harrogate
"In memory of Thomas SCHOFIELD of Bury, Lancashire, formerley of this place. He died at Nidd Hall July 29th 1850 aged 51
The winter of trouble is past
The storms of affliction are o'er
His struggle is ended at last
And sorrow and death are no more"
SCOTT
Found amongst the headstones at St John's, Bishop Thornton, near Ripon
"In memory of Richrad Thorpe SCOTT of Pannal who died October 14th 1868 aged 66 years
Also of Fanny wife of the above who died February 4th 1860 aged 50 years
Also of William son of the above who died December 5th 1844 aged 5 years
Also of Edward son of the above who died May 12th 1849 aged 5 years
Also of Mark son of the above who died December 30th 1858 aged 22 years"
SEVERS
Found amongst the headstones at St Laurence churchyard at Scalby, near
Scarborough
"In loving memory of Thomas SEVERS of Ripon who died at Scarborough February
17th 1911. Resting on the Great Atonement.
Also of Elizabeth SEVERS sister of the above who died at Newby 28th
September 1919. Love never faileth.
SHILETO
New territory today - churchyard of All Saints, Hooton Pagnell, near
Doncaster, WRY
"Sacred to the memory of William SHILETO of Hampole in the Parish Adwick le
street who departed this life October 6th 1795 in the 30th year of his age
A virtuos wife two children dear I leave on Earth the Lord to fear, thare
only sent as A partron given, I hope we shall meet again in heaven"
SIMPSON
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard of St John's, Bishop Thornton, near Ripon.
Clifton with Norwood is close to Otley
"In memory of Thomas SIMPSON late of Clifton with Norwood who died at Bishop Thornton
Born March 5th 1828
Died May 12th 1901"
SIMPSON and HALLAWAYS
Found amongst the headstones in Wetherby cemetery
"In loving memory of Benjamin SIMPSON of Scarborough who died at Wetherby
December 19th 1898 aged 80
Also of Jane the beloved wife of Jabez HALLAWAYS and sister of the above who
entered into rest March 31st 1899 aged 68
With the Lord there is mercy and with him is plenteous redemption. Psalm
CXXX. VII.
Also of the above Jabez HALLAWAYS who died October 23rd 1901 aged 71"
SMITH
Found amongst the headstones in St Lawrence churchyard at Carlton Miniott,
near Thirsk, NRY
"In memory of William, eldest son of the late John SMITH Esq of the Manor
House, Otley.
He was born at Otley September 15th 1814 and died at Carlton Miniott
November 1st 1865"
SMITH and WAITES
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Hooton Pagnell, WRY
http://www.doncasterfhs.freeserve.co.uk/churches/hootonpagnall.htm A link to
Doncaster FHS and info on the church
http://www.rogerthorpemanor.co.uk/html/history4.htm and here is a history of
Thorpe Audlin
http://www.ackworth.w-yorks.sch.uk/ack/lhistfd.html and a short history of
Ackworth
"Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth daughter of John and Mary WAITES of
Hundhill in the parish of Ackworth and relict of William SMITH of Thorp
Audling who died April 17 1870 aged 69 years"
SMITH
We can all claim a SMITH; is this one yours?
Found amongst the headstones in St John's churchyard at Adel, Leeds, WRY
"In memory of the late Hodgson SMITH sergeant in the 33rd regiment of foot
formerly of Bradford who died at Cookridge, near Addle on the 5th day of
June 1855 aged 68 years
Also Susannah SMITH wife of the above maned Hodgson SMITH who died at
Bradford on the 16th day of January 1856 aged 66 years
The judge of all is just
His saints to glorify
To save who in his promise trust
And in his Saviour die"
SPRAGGON
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Helmsley
"In affectionate remembrance of Ralph SPRAGGON a native of Northumberland
who died at Helmsley April 22nd 1870 aged 78 years
Prepare to meet thy God"
STONE
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate
"In loving memory of my dear father Noah STONE
Born at Norwich January 23 1812
Died at Harrogate December 10 1899"
STOTT
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard, Ripley, near Harrogate, North Yorkshire
"In loving memory of Thomas STOTT of Manchester who passed away at Harrogate June 17th 1911 aged 63 years
Come unto me all ye who labour and are heavy laden and I will give you rest"
STUBBS and MOSS
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate
Loughborough is a town in the county of Leicestershire
"In loving memory of Eliza wife of Thomas STUBBS of Harrogate and eldest daughter of George and Eliza MOSS of Loughborough who died May 19th 1890 aged 31 years
Also of Edith Mary STUBBS infant daughter of the above who died September 25th 1873 aged 7 weeks
Also of Hannah wife of Thomas STUBBS who passed away on August 24th 1926 aged 72 years
Also of Thomas STUBBS who died March 22nd 1935 aged 82 years
At rest"
TERRY
No doubt of "chocolate" fame.
Found amongst the headstones in Knaresborough Cemetery
Melbourne, near Pocklington is about 15 miles to the east of York
"In loving memory of Jane widow of the late William TERRY of Melbourne, Pocklington who died August 24th 1888 aged 68 years
Also of Jane Anne the beloved wife of Walker CLARK of Knaresborough who died February 28th 1894 aged 52 years and of Walker CLARK who died November 13th 1928 aged 91 years"
THOMPSON
Found amongst the headstones at All Hallows church, Bardsey [a few miles east of Leeds, WRY]
"Sacred to the memory of William THOMPSON of Wakefield
Born 19 September 1804
Died 6 March 1874
Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord"
THOMPSON
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Helmsley, NRY
"In affectionate remembrance of Mary Ann THOMPSON, late of Easingwold who
departed this life October 30th 1869 aged 76 years"
THORPE
Found amongst the headstones in St James' churchyard, Silsden, WRY
"In loving memory of Jane THORPE the beloved wife of the late Robert THORPE
of Middlesbro' who died at Silsden September 9th 1900 in her 68th year
At rest"
TILLOTSON
Found amongst the headstones in Lawnswood Cemetery, Leeds, WRY
Rochdale [I think] is now part of Greater Manchester
"In loving memory of Elizabeth TILLOTSON wife of the late John Heaton TILLOTSON of Rochdale
Born July 13th 1828
Died February 18th 1893
Also Robert TILLOTSON youngest son of the above
Born February 27th 1866
Died June 6th 1897"
TREVELYAN
Found amongst the headstones in Lawnswood Cemetery, Leeds
"In memory of Edmond Fauriel TREVELYAN, Physician. Born at Warwick September
XXVII MDCCCLIX. He died in Leeds December XI MCMXI
RIP
In as much as ye have done unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye
have done it unto me"
TRIM
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate, NRY
My trusty Pocket UK Atlas tells me that Davenham is in the county of Cheshire
Carved into the top of the headstone was a set-square and compass
Would this depict that he was an architect?
"In loving memory of Charles Chatterton TRIM
Born at Davenham May 17th 1826
Died at Harrogate January 30th 1897
Not my will but thine will be done
Also of Sarah his wife
Born March 28th 1846
Fell asleep October 20th 1906
Blessed are the pure in heart"
Remember to tell me if you can claim any of my strays...........
Best wishes,
TURNER
Found amongst the headstones in the derelict church of St John's at Bishop Thornton, in the parish of Ripon, NRY
"In affectionate remebrance of Harriet wife of Thomas TURNER of Bondgate, Ripon who died August 22nd 1877 aged 67 years
Also of the above Thomas TURNER who died May ?? 188? aged 74 years"
Jerry, if you are still subscribing to the list, I had wondered if this one may belong to you?
TYLER
Found amongst the headstones in St Nicholas churchyard at Husthwaite, NRY
[between Thirsk and York]
"Sacred to the memory of Mr John Armitage TYLER late of Blackheath, Kent who
died at Carlton Husthwaite 18th March 1827 aged 31
An affectionate son and a truly honourable man"
UPTON
Found amongst the headstones at All Saints church, Kirkby Overblow, near Harrogate, NRY
"In memory of the late Mary UPTON of Otley [late of Killinghall] who departed this life December 18 1858 age 56 years"
WALKER
Found amongst the headstones in Grove Road Cemetery, Harrogate
"In loving memory of William WALKER born at Guisborough November 30th 1805,
died at Harrogate August 1st 1887"
WALLACE
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael and All Angels churchyard at
Linton, near Grassington.
"In loving memory of Thomas WALLACE of Manningham, Bradford who departed
this life May 27th 1896 aged 80 years
Also of Ann his wife who died September 26th 1910 in her 95th year
Also of Thomas son of the above who departed this life February 25th 1856
aged 3 1/2 years
Also of Sarah Ellen daughter of the above who departed this life March 18th
1876 in her 22nd year. Interred at Bolton Abbey"
WHITAKER
Found amongst the headstones in Skipton Cemetery, NRY
"Sacred to the memory of Annie elder daughter of George and Lydia WHITAKER
of Highbury, London
Born May 6th 1848
Died April 10th 1879"
WIGHT
Found amongst the headstones in the churchyard of St James, Birstwith, near
Harrogate
"Sacred to the memory of Sarah WIGHT of Gateshead who died at Ingerthorpe
Grange February 2nd 1881 aged 56 years
Thy will be done"
WILKINSON
Found amongst the headstones in All Saints churchyard at Brompton with
Sawdon, ERY
Cloughton is close to Scarborough on the east coast.
"In memory of George WILKINSON [of Cloughton] who died March 3rd 1866 aged
61 years
Also Thomas Hodgson grandson of the above who died September 17th 1867 aged
1 year and 9 months"
WILLIS
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael and All Angels churchyard,
Linton, near Grassington, Yorkshire
"In memory of William Ash WILLIS of Burnley who died March 12th 1853 aged 30
years"
WILSON
Found amongst the headstones in the grounds of Ripon Cathedral
"In loving memory of Georgeanna wife of Gerald WILSON of Lightcliffe, near Halifax who died October 17th 1882 aged 27 years
Thy will be done
Also of Sarah Jane wife of Waite WEBSTER and sister of the above who died September 1893 aged 42 years
Also William son of Tom and Mary WEBSTER and grandson of the above who died July 29th 1906 aged 1 year and 10 months"
WINDROSS
Found amongst the headstones in St Michael's churchyard at Cold Kirkby,
between Thirsk and Helmsley, NRY.
"Sacred to the memory of Edward WINDROSS of Knaresboro' and formerly of
Carlton Husthwaite who died January 10th 1837 aged 92 years
He was husband to Mary WINDROSS, father to Edward, Ussla, Jane and Mary
WINDROSS of Carlton Husthwaite"
WITHAM, STURDY and TRAPPS
A real mixture in this one - but you can account for 3 generations. Wish it were mine!
Found amongst the headstones at All Saints, Nidd, betwixt Harrogate and Ripon, North Yorkshire
"To the memory of Dorothy WITHAM daughter of Mr William STURDY of Bedlington, Northumberland, relict of William WITHAM of Preston Hall in the county of Durham and mother to the wife of Francis TRAPPS Esq who departed this life February 22nd Anno 1787, aged 87
Requiescant in Peace"
WRELTON
Found amongst the headstones in St John's churchyard at Allerston on the
North Yorkshire Moors
Staffordshire is a county in the "midlands"
"In memory of Ann WRELTON of Calwich in Staffordshire who departed this life
the 16th day of March 1869 aged 70 years"
Please tell me if we have any claimants................
Many thanks,
WRIGHT
Found amongst the headstones in the parish church of Otley, WRY
"In memory of Elizabeth daughter of George and Charlotte WRIGHT of Thorner who departed this life November 20 1840 age 30 years"
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