Monumental Inscriptions of the Church and Churchyard of St Andrew's, Heddon-on-the-Wall
Transcribed by Philip R G Thirkell - September 1991
Photos by A. Curtis (2011)
Photos by A. Curtis (2011)
1) The family burial place of Richard & Hanah [sic] Robson of Heddon on the Wall. Sarah their daughter died July 17th 1831 aged 9 years. Rachel their daughter died August 28th 1840 aged 16 years. William their son died May 16th 1847 aged 12 years. Sarah their daughter died March 3rd 1853 aged 21 years. Edward their son died Jan 6th 1858 aged 35 years. The above Richard Robson died July 26th 1861 aged 66 years. The above Hannah Robson died May 19th 1871 aged 81 years. Dorothy Robson who died Aug 22nd 1879 aged 52 years.
2) Sacred to the memory of Charles Anderson farmer of Loudside died June 23rd 1850 aged 50 years. Isabella daughter of the above died June 22nd 1842 aged 1 year. John son of the above died December 4th 1846 aged 2 years. Margaret wife of the above died May 13th 1873 aged 65 years. William Elsdon Anderson eldest son of the above died January 30th 1894 aged 58 years.
3) Sacred to the memory of Isabella wife of William Elsdon of Heddon on the Wall who died April 23rd 1840 aged 82 years. The above William Elsdon died December 17th 1849 aged 72 years.
4) The burial place of Thomas & Elizabeth Charlton of Heddon on the Wall. Elizabeth daughter of Thomas Charlton junr. who died January 10th 1853 aged 12 years. The above Thomas Charlton died January 10th 1853 aged 87 years. The above Elizth. Charlton died June 1st 1846 aged 72 years. Also the above Thomas Charlton junr. died March 25th 1852 aged 56 years. Thomas Charlton grandson of the above died Jany 21st 1874 aged 43 years. Margaret Charlton widow of Thomas Charlton junr. died August 20th 1875 aged 77 years. See photo above.
5) Here lyeth the body of John son of [-----] who departed [-----].
6) Sacred to the memory of Margaret wife of Alder Penman of Wylam Wood who died Decr 5th 1798 aged 83 years. The above Alder Penman died Decr 25th 1818 aged 100 years.
7) In memory of John Lawson of Heddon on the Wall died Feb 9 1811 aged 53 years. Charles Lawson father of the above John Lawson died June 28 1814 aged 99 years. Isabella daughter of the above John Lawson died Feby 16th 1829 aged 27 years. Also Jane wife of the above John Lawson died March 17th 1831 aged 70 years. Elizabeth daughter of the above John Lawson died September 8th 1853 aged 66 years. Jane daughter of the above died January 18th 1857 aged 64 years. Susannah daughter of the above died April 17th 1859 aged 62 years. John son of the above died July 1st 1861 aged 66 years. Charles son of the above died Feb 18 1876 aged 77 years.
8) Here lies ye body of George Hunter son to Robert Hunter of Howton [Houghton] who depart December ye 29th 1746 aged 29 years.
9) Sacred to the memory of Henry Hepper who after a faithful service of 42 years died at Close House June 2nd 1843.
10) Here lies the body of Margaret Smith who died June ye 6 17[-]0 aged 29 years. See photo above.
11) Here lieth the body of Robert Carr who died Augst 30th 1788 aged 63 years. Also Ann wife of Anthy. Carr who died June 8 1797 aged 27 years. Joseph his son died March 7th 1798 aged 1 year. Anthony his son died January 30th 1809 aged 5 years. The above Anthony Carr died Augst 24th 1826 aged 66 years. Also 2 of his children died young.
On the back: Robert Carr son of Anthony Carr died October 9th 1867. Aged 75 years.
On the back: Robert Carr son of Anthony Carr died October 9th 1867. Aged 75 years.
12) Sacred to the memory of Eleanor Carr daughter of John and Elizabeth Carr of Newcastle on Tyne who died September 29th 1860 aged 8 years. The above John Carr died January 23rd 1871 aged 58 years. The above Elizabeth Carr died June 10th 1898 and was interred at Westgate Cemetery Newcastle upon Tyne.
13) Here lies the body of Robert Smith, shoemaker[?] of Heddon died December ye 28[?] 1752 aged 81 years.
14) Sacred to the memory of Isabella Smith wife of George Smith of Close House who died the 13th of November 1822 aged 71 years. Also to the memory of George Smith husband of the above Isabella Smith who died the 5th of June 1836 aged 82 years. Margaret Smith daughter of the above died at Close House 25th July 1858 aged 75 years.
15) The burial place of Robert and Frances Tulip of Close Lee. George Robson father to the above Frances Tulip who was interred at Newburn died November 2nd 1801 aged 50 years. Thomas Robson his son died July 21st 1831 aged 37 years. For other photo see [21].
16) Sacred to the memory of Thomas son of Thomas and Jane Guy of Eachwick died May 6th 1843 aged 34 years. Matthew their son died January 6th 1847 aged 32 years. Joseph their son died September 6th 1851 aged 44 years. The above Thomas Guy died December 18th 1853 aged 76 years. Jane Guy wife of the above Thomas Guy died May 19th 1861 aged 78 years. Mary Newton daughter of the above died Feb 24th 1864 aged 61 years.
For other photo see [17]
For other photo see [17]
17) The burial place of William Johnson mason of Heddon on the Wall who died July 15th 1842 aged 38 years. William his son died Dec 3rd 1835 aged 5 years. Also of Mary Johnson who died Jany 1st 1845 aged 15 years. Also of Hannah Johnson who died Jany 28th 1853 aged 14 years. Also of Elizabeth Robson daughter of the above who died June 30th 1875 aged 42 years. Also Hannah widow of the above William Johnson who died April 15th 1886 aged 80 years.
18) In affectionate remembrance of Isabella Creighton who fell asleep May 20th 1904 aged 51 years. "By the world united, there are some who give light to all around them, by the life they live, not by conscious effort, not by spoken word but by doing all things as unto the Lord".
19) This tree was planted on 11th December 1983 by Victor Leslie Benson church warden emeritus in his 87th year.
20) The burial place of William Johnson of Close Lee. Thomas his son died May 31st 1814 aged 5 years. The above William Johnson died December 6th 1858 aged 87 years after a faithful service of 47 years at Close House. Mary Johnson his wife died January 27th 1861 aged 77 years.
21) In memory of Stephen Lawson mason who died IV June MDCCCXXI aged LXXX years. Martha daughter of the above died VIII Decr MDCCCXXVIII aet LII years. Isabella his wife died III Octr MDCCCXXXIII aet LXXXVIII years.
22) In loving memory of our dear mother Ada F. Tolley.
23) In affectionate remembrance of Mary Ann daughter of William and Isabella Anderson of Leager House who died July 18th 1849 aged 24 years. "Weep not for me my parents dear, I am not dead but sleeping here, My end you know my grave you see, Prepare yourselves to follow me." Isabella wife of the above died May 15th 1864 aged 65 years.
24) Robert Smith of Heddon Mill buried May 9 1756 aet 99. Ann his wife June 24 1761 aet 76. William son of William & Jane Smith died January 14 1789 aet 21 years. [-----] children died young. Robert [-----] obt August the [-----] aet 33. Robert son of the above [-----] William Smith sen. obt February 7th 1801 aet 81 years. Jane wife of the above William Smith sen. obt March 22nd 1825 aet 89 years.
[Back] Jane Smith died Novr 10th 1824 aged 29 years. John Smith died April 21 1906 aged 87 years.
[Back] Jane Smith died Novr 10th 1824 aged 29 years. John Smith died April 21 1906 aged 87 years.
25) In memory of Ann Smith who died at Simonburn Dec 15th 1801 aged 88 years. Relict of the late Robert Smith of Throckley Mill obt April 24th 1766 aged 49 years.
26) Erected by James and Isabella Mackie of Polloch Shaws Glasgow in memory of Isabella Dunlop their daughter who died at Heddon on the Wall November 28th 1878 aged 5 years.
27) Treasured memories of a dearly loved wife and mother Sheila Mary Scott of Eachwick died 20th Nov 1961 aged 42 years. See photo below.
28) The burial place of Charlton and Mary Ann Cowens of Heddon on the Wall. Ann daughter died August 7th 1839 aged 9 months. The above Mary Ann Cowens died April 9th 1874 aged 62 years. The above Charlton Cowens died February 4th 1891 aged 77 years. His end was peace. See photo below.
29) In memory of Ann daughter to James Cowin of Heddon on the Wall died Novr 8th 1811 aet 17 years. Go home dear frinds and do not grieve to leave me heare [sic].
30) In memory of Esther Bell wife of Robert Bell who died at Heddon on the Wall December 12th 1770 in the 52nd year of her age. "All you that read these lines wrote here, Serve the mighty God with fear, Remember when my Grave you view, I was also as you are now, [-----]."
31) Thomas Softley of Heddon on the Wall ob Feb 22 1768 aet 79.
32) In memory of Mary Hutchinson wife of Frances Hutchinson farmer of West Heddon who died March 2 1803 aged 28 years. Also Ann his second wife who died Jan 3 1816 aged 27 years. Also of the above Frances Hutchinson who died Sep 24 1848 aged 77 years.
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34) The burial place of Michael and Eleanor Angus of Houghton Hillhead. Michael Angus died August 1st 1811 aged 49 years. William their son died December 12th 1811 aged 9 years. Michael their son died March 26th 1812 aged 4 years & 7 months. Elizabeth their daughter died Octbr 2nd 1814 aged 2 years & 10 months. Eleanor wife to the above died Decbr 7th 1831 aged 60 years. George their son who was interred at Earsdon died December 16th 1831 aged 33 years.
35) In affectionate remembrance of Frederick youngest and beloved child of Charles & Lucy Stephens born 26th Nov 1850 died 5th May 1870. "Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven". See photo below.
36) In loving memory of John Waugh died Nov 1909 aged 50 years. Also Mary Ann wife of the above died 1 May 1955 aged 86 years. Also Grace Ivy daughter of the above died June 1903 aged 1 year. Also John son of the above accidentally killed in British Columbia April 1927 aged 30 yrs. Also Isabella Knott sister of the above John Waugh (senior) died at Toronto Canada June 1948 aged 78 years. Also William Andrew Waugh son of the above died 17th Oct 1968.
37) In memory of Jane wife of John Stoker of Beaumount House who died December 15th 1875 aged 64 years. Also of Dorothy their daughter who died at Kyloe House Farm Jany 6th 1876 aged 43 years. John Stoker who died at Beaumont[sic] House Sept 7th 1882 aged 76 years. Also his daughter Elizabeth Henderson beloved wife of John Henderson who died Sept 6th 1882 aged 43 years. Also Ann Stoker who died at Street House Cheeseburn Grange Nov 8th 1917 aged 76 years. Also Mary beloved wife of Fenwick Finlay of Bridge End Stamfordham late Cheeseburn Grange who died Oct 27th 1927 aged 73 years.
38) The family burial place of Robert Potts of Heddon on the Wall. Dorothy his daughter died May 15th 1808 aged 9 years. Robert his son died Feby 10th 1809 aged 20 years. Dorothy his wife died Augst 15th 1820 aged 59 years. James Potts his son died December 24th 1832 aged 36 years. Jane wife of the above died James Potts died April 23rd 1834 aged 37 years. The above Robert Potts died Novr 15th 1843 aged 83 years.
39) Sacred to the memory of Jane Potts wife of John Potts of Heddon on the Wall who died the 30th of July 1823 aged 35 years. The above John Potts died April 5th 1851 aged 64 years. Dorothy Potts their daughter died July 19th 1855 aged 33 years. Margaret their daughter died March 14th 1856 aged 42 years.
40) The family burial place of Thomas and Jane Stobart of Heddon on the Wall.
Thomas Stobart died May 22nd 1853 aged 33 years. Henry Stobart son of the above died Feby 17th 1873, aged 30 years.
In affectionate remembrance of Thomas Stobart [Stobbart] son of the above who died at Heddon on the Wall October 1st 1876, aged 30 years.
"Cold was the hand and keen the dart, That closed so quick his sparkling eye, And broke in twain his loving heart, While anxious friends stood weeping by."
The above Jane Stobart died December 8th 1890 aged 72 years.
Thomas Stobart died May 22nd 1853 aged 33 years. Henry Stobart son of the above died Feby 17th 1873, aged 30 years.
In affectionate remembrance of Thomas Stobart [Stobbart] son of the above who died at Heddon on the Wall October 1st 1876, aged 30 years.
"Cold was the hand and keen the dart, That closed so quick his sparkling eye, And broke in twain his loving heart, While anxious friends stood weeping by."
The above Jane Stobart died December 8th 1890 aged 72 years.
41) In loving memory of Jane Elizabeth who died at Eachwick Lodge 23rd June 1900 aged 1 year & 4 months. Also Lillian Margaret Stephenson who died at West Heddon 21st Nov 1903 aged 4 years & 9 months children of John & Ellen Stephenson. Also the above Ellen Stephenson who died at Watergate 24th Feb 1939 aged 70 years. Also the above John Stephenson who died 14th April 1952 aged 82 years.
42) In memory of Ann wife of John Whitfield, Prospect Hill who died June 19 1827 aged 37 years. Also of Jane his daughter who died Oct 24 1831 aged 6 years. John Whitfield who died July 6 1853 aged 58 years. Henrietta Hedley daughter of the above who died at Sotteville Rouen France on the 12th of March 1862 aged 33 years. Also of Ann second wife of the above who died January 29th 1882 aged 86 years. John Whitfield son of the above died June 9th 1885 aged 68 years.
43) In loving memory of my devoted wife Sarah Westmoreland Mason who departed this life March 11th 1933. At rest.
44) The burial place of Joseph and Ann Stappard of West Heddon. Henrietta their daughter died 21st Aug 1817 aged 13 years. Mary Crozer their daughter died 23rd Jan 1824 aged 35 years. The above Joseph Stappard died 1st March 1836 aged 77 years. The above Ann Stappard died 21st July 1841 aged 74 years. Jane Thompson their daughter died 12th Feb 1844 aged 52 years. John Stappard son of the above who died on the 30th of April 1861 aged 74 years. Thomas Stappard son of the above who died June 14th 1869 aged 75 years. Margaret Stappard their daughter died July 6th 1872 aged 70 years. Cuthbert Stappard son of the above who died at Manor House Whalton May 25th 1877 aged 77 years. Isabella Swan daughter of the above Joseph & Ann Stappard died November 15th 1891 aged 84 years.
45) Blessed are the pure in heart. In loving memory of Mary Jane the beloved wife of Robert John Frizzell of North Shop who died Sept 30th 1920 aged 75 years. Also Robert John Frizzell of North Shop Heddon on the Wall died Oct 12th 1927 aged 81 years. For photo see [44].
46) In memory of James Charlton, HIGH CHIRTON, who died July 29 1851 aged 53 years. Also of Elizabeth widow of the above died August 23rd 1875 aged 78 years.
For photo see [44].
For photo see [44].
47) John Chicken of Lemington who died Oct 26th 1913 aged 63 years. Also of Ann Chicken wife of the above who died January 19th 1926 aged 73 years. "In God we trust".
See article on the blog for details on the Chicken family and Thomas Kirkup.
See article on the blog for details on the Chicken family and Thomas Kirkup.
48) In memory of Elizabeth wife of [-----] Heddon on the Wall [-----].
49) The burial place of Joseph and Mary Stappard of Newcastle upon Tyne. Edward oldest son of the above died September 17th 1872 aged 37 years. The above Joseph Stappard died July 10th 1883 aged 74 years. Joseph youngest son of the above died at Cairo Egypt October 21st 1883 aged 29 years. Elizabeth daughter of the above died 6th March 1891 aged 43 years. The above Mary Stappard died 14th March 1891 aged 77 years. Mary Jane daughter of the above died 31st March 1931 aged 80.
50) The burial place of George and Jane Bell of Houghton. George their infant son died April 28th 1829 aged 1 month. George their son died January 26th 1831 aged 7 months. The above Jane Bell died August 12th 1831 aged 39 years. The above George Bell departed this life Septr 9th 1832 aged 38 years. See photo below.
51) Johnson Turner born at North Shields 8 March 1872 died at Heddon on the Wall 13 March 1912. See photo below.
52) In memory of Isabella Heslop of Heddon on the Wall. She died March 10th 1772 aged 66 years. Also William Harkus he died Janry 12 1773 aged 89 years. Jacob Heslop son of the above Isabella died April 14th 1786 aged 55 years. Mary & Mary the children of Peter & Isabella Dryden died in infancy. Also Isabella wife of the said P. Dryden departed this life August 11th 1791 aged 25 years.
53) In loving memory of my dear husband Matthew Wilkinson passed to a higher life Aug 1st 1932. See photo below.
54) The family burial place of Joseph Harrison, Heddon on the Wall. Mary his wife died Janry 20th 1816 aged 60 years. The above Joseph Harrison died 9th Octr 1820 aet 66 years.
55) In loving memory of Jane dearly beloved wife of the late W. Pearson died 1st September 1888 aged 60 yrs. Thy will be done. See photo above.
56) The burial place of William Elliot M.D. physician in Newcastle. Robert his son died in November 1808 aged eighteen months. Jane Elliot his wife died March 17th 1824[?] aged 45 years. Jane daughter of the above died August 21st 1836 aged 19 years. The above William Elliot M.D. died August 1st 1851[?] aged 94[?] years. William Elliot eldest son of the above died Nov 12th 1869 aged 69 years.
57) In memory of Hannah wife of Robert Elliot, Stankwell who departed this life November 14th 1850 aged 41 years. George son of the above died July 14th 1856 aged 1 month. The above Robert Elliot died May 10th 1867 aged 55 years. William beloved son of the above Robert Elliot died March 16th 1877 aged 23 years. "He that is slow to anger is stronger than the mighty, And he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city."
58) Lead kindly light. In memory of Willie Breckons beloved son of W. & Carrie Breckons who was accidentally killed at Heddon Colliery July 12th 1906 aged 14 years.
[See details on the Durham Mining Museum website - Link]
[Side] Also Caroline the beloved wife of Wm. Breckons who died at Blayneyrow May 3rd 1909 aged 38 years.
[See details on the Durham Mining Museum website - Link]
[Side] Also Caroline the beloved wife of Wm. Breckons who died at Blayneyrow May 3rd 1909 aged 38 years.
59) In loving memory of George Edward the beloved son of Edward & Sarah Herring of Richmond who was drowned while bathing in the River Tyne near Heddon on the Wall on the 10th July 1882 aged 18 years. "Not lost but gone before." Erected as a token of esteem by his companions and friends.
60) Rock of ages. In loving memory of William beloved husband of Jane E. Craven who died Oct 18th 1906 in his 47th year.
[Side] Also the said Jane E. Craven who died Oct 28th 1956 aged 89 years. Re-united.
[Side] Also the said Jane E. Craven who died Oct 28th 1956 aged 89 years. Re-united.
61) [Wooden cross - no inscription] See photo below.
62) In loving memory of John Jordon who died Feb 9th 1906. Also Jane his wife died Oct 26th 1930. Also Minnie their daughter died Aug 6th 1934. Also Joseph their son died Oct 27th 1942.
63) Here lies George Charlton gamekeeper born February 19th 1850 died November 10th 1931. Erected by Brigadier General Sir Loftus Bates in memory of an old friend.
64) Sacred to the memory of Lydia wife of John Anderson of Heddon on the Wall who died February 10th 1833 aged 48 years. Also Elizabeth wife of John Charlton cartwright of Heddon on the Wall daughter of the above who died May 9th 1839 aged 26 years. John Charlton died April 12th 1870 aged 59 years. The above John Anderson who died August 28th 1870 aged 80 years. Alice daughter of John and Ann Anderson died January 26th 1877 aged 24 years. Ann wife of the above John Anderson died April 28th 1877 aged 61 years. John Anderson Jackson grandson of the above John and Ann Anderson died August 12th 1879 aged 2 years. See photo above.
65) This tree was planted in loving memory of George Morgan 1912 - 1987. "Oh, rowan tree ....".
66) In affectionate remembrance of John Hewitson of Heddon on the Wall who died at Bays Leap May 8th 1847 aged 59 years. Jane Bell Hewitson his only daughter died January 19th 1831 aged 1 year. Hannah Hewitson his daughter in law died November 17th 1844 aged 26 years. John Shepherd Hewitson his grandson died December 30th 1845 aged 1 year. Isabella Jane Hewitson his granddaughter died January 4th 1846 aged 2 1/2 years. Elleanor Hewitson his wife died May 7th 1858 aged 66 years. "Paternal hope through Jesus Christ is given, Again to meet a family in heaven."
67) Also in affectionate remembrance of John Hewitson who died March 13th 1855 aged 36 years. William George Hewitson his son died June 11th 1855 aged 2 years. Christopher brother of the above John Hewitson died Octr 17th 1874 aged 51 years he is interred at Tadcaster. William eldest son of John and Elleanor Hewitson forty years colliery and land agent of General the Lords Howden's G.C.B. at Grimston Park and Wingate who died at Corbridge June 10th 1882 aged 67 years interred at Simonburn.
68) The burial place of William and Mary Charlton of Heddon on the Wall. Mary Ann daughter of the above died August 13th 1868 aged 39 years. The above Mary Charlton died Jany 30th 1875 aged 78 years. Robert son of the above died December 19th 1878 aged 39 years. The above William Charlton died June 5th 1884 aged 77 years. William son of the above died December 14th 1897 aged 64 years. Also Mary Ann Charlton wife of the above Robert Charlton who died April 9th 1928 aged 91 years. See photo below.
69) Sacred to the memory of Robert Reed of Heddon on the Wall who died June 17th 1836 aged 36 years.
70) In loving memory of Margaret beloved wife of Robert Hunter of Heddon on the Wall who died Jany 22nd 1908 aged 52 years. The above Robert Hunter died April 28th 1917 aged 60 years. Thy will be done.
71) [Broken stone] In loving memory of William beloved husband of Jane Graham who died at Blayney Row April 9th 1895 aged 45 years. Also Robert Herbert youngest son of the above who died Jan 17th 1895 aged 12 months. Also Ambrose eldest son of the above who died Oct 30th 1888 aged 15 years. Also Margaret eldest daughter of the above who died June 21st 1876 aged 7 1/2 months. Also William third son of the above killed in New Zealand July 28th 1917 aged 37 years. Also Thomas fifth son of the above died May 7th 1920 aged 37 years. Also of the above Jane Graham died April 26th 1926 aged 74 years. Also Thomas G. their grandson died Jan 17th 1931 aged 17 years. Photo below and [72].
72) In memory of Marmaduke Marr of Houghton Moor House surgeon who died September 22nd 1869 aged 71 years. Also of Ann widow of the above who died January 22nd 1879 aged 89 years.
73) In loving remembrance of Edward son of George and Annabella Armatage who died at Houghton Nov 15th 1886 aged 9 months. Also of John son of the above who died at Houghton Quarry House March 18th 1906 aged 5 years & 8 months. Also of Norman son of the above who died at Houghton Quarry House May 15th 1906 aged 9 months. Suffer little children to come unto me. Also of the above George Armatage who died at Quarry House Houghton March 25th 1913 aged 60 years. Also of Robert son of the above who died of wounds on June 6th 1917 aged 25 years interred in Aubigny Cemetery France. Also of Annabella Armatage wife of the above George Armatage who died Feb 16th 1932 aged 67 years. Also of Annie Armatage elder daughter of the above George and Annabella Armatage who died Feb 21st 1932 aged 47 years.
[Back] Also of Jane daughter of the aforesaid George and Annabella Armatage died Nov 30th 1932 aged 35 years. Also of George Gibbons Armatage son of the aforesaid died Dec 29th 1956 aged 69 years. Also Jean Armatage beloved wife of the above died Feb 15th 1963 aged 72 years. Isabel sister of the above George Armatage died Oct 17th 1973 aged 72 years.
[Back] Also of Jane daughter of the aforesaid George and Annabella Armatage died Nov 30th 1932 aged 35 years. Also of George Gibbons Armatage son of the aforesaid died Dec 29th 1956 aged 69 years. Also Jean Armatage beloved wife of the above died Feb 15th 1963 aged 72 years. Isabel sister of the above George Armatage died Oct 17th 1973 aged 72 years.
74) In loving memory of Percival G. Murray son of W. and F. Murray, Oakwood Lodge died Nov 10th 1893 aged 13 months.
75) Sacred to the memory of Thomas Henry Jackson died 18th Nov 1929 aged 71. Also his beloved wife Annie Jane died 13th May 1935 aged 68. Also their daughter Edith died 26th March 1899 aged 7 months. Also their son Isaac died 16th Feb 1962 aged 71. And his beloved wife Gladys died 5th April 1976 aged 77. At rest.
76) In memoriam Thomas Fairbairn died at Heddon on the Wall March 12th 1891 aged 71.
77) In loving memory of Elizabeth Nicholson late of Heddon on the Wall who died at Whitshields April 25th 1897 aged 72 years. See photo above.
78) In affectionate remembrance of Mary Ann the beloved daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Dale of Heddon Banks who was drowned in the River Tyne March the 26th 1877 aged 17 years. "The waters flowed on every side, And there was none to save, At last compelled I bowed my head, And found a watery grave." See photo above.
79) In memory of Hannah Jane the beloved daughter of William & Sarah Lamb who died at Heddon Banks October 19th 1882 aged 11 years. "The flower that was to fair on earth has gone to bloom in heaven." Also the above William Lamb who died May 9th 1885 aged 38 years. For photo see [74].
80) In loving memory of Eleanor the beloved wife of Robert Amos of Heddon on the Wall who died December 18th 1867 aged 47 years. Also of the above Robert Amos who died Feb 12th 1905 aged 55 years. Also John Joseph Amos brother of the above named Robert Amos who died Nov 5th 1933 aged 83 years. For photo see [73].
81) In loving memory of Blanche Bertha dear wife of Allan Watson died 25 January 1951 aged 47 years.
82) Treasured memories of Matthew George Hunter born 18th Sept 1894 died 18th Feb 1967. And his dear wife Florence Eva born 4th June 1896 died 14th Feb 1965.
83) In memory of John Burn joiner of Heddon on the Wall who died 5th Feb 1892 aged 83 years. Also of Ann mother of the above who died 6th Nov 1861 aged 91 years.
84) In loving memory of David McRobert Muir who died at High Seat Heddon on the Wall April 8th 1939 aged 62 years.
85) In loving memory of William George Pringle M.A. vicar of this parish 1905 - 1932 born Nov 29 1865 died July 20 1932. Also of Hannah beloved wife of the above died May 7 1957 aged 91 years.
[Side] In memory of Gerald John Jonas of the Faculty of Medicine Egyptian University beloved husband of Cicely Jonas who died at Cairo Nov 29 1933 aged 39 years. Also of Jeremy Maddison infant of the above died Sept 16 1931 aged 3 months grandson of the Rev. W.G. Pringle M.A.
[Side] Also of Michael Robin George grandson of William George Pringle M.A. and son of Bryan & Joan Pringle died Feb 18 1930 aged 3 days buried at Tutshill Gloucestershire. See photo above.
[Side] In memory of Gerald John Jonas of the Faculty of Medicine Egyptian University beloved husband of Cicely Jonas who died at Cairo Nov 29 1933 aged 39 years. Also of Jeremy Maddison infant of the above died Sept 16 1931 aged 3 months grandson of the Rev. W.G. Pringle M.A.
[Side] Also of Michael Robin George grandson of William George Pringle M.A. and son of Bryan & Joan Pringle died Feb 18 1930 aged 3 days buried at Tutshill Gloucestershire. See photo above.
86) In memory of William Robson of Turpin Hill who died Jany 25th 1803 aged 72 years. William his son died Jany 20th 1811 aged 27 years. Elizabeth Robson died Decr 30th 1821 aged 87 years.
87) Sacred to the memory of Mary wife of William Reay of Houghton Hillhead who died September 25th 1833 aged 60 years. Jonathan their grandson died April 26th 1839 aged 19 years. The above William Reay died August 25th 1841 aged 71 years. Mary daughter of the above died February 10th 1844 aged 41 years. See photo above.
88) Here lieth the body of John [-----] departed [-----] aged 44 [-----].
Bates (1886) recorded this stone, "At the south-west corner of the church":
Here Lieth the Body of John Waddle, who Departed July ye 17, 1731, aged 44 years.
Bates (1886) recorded this stone, "At the south-west corner of the church":
Here Lieth the Body of John Waddle, who Departed July ye 17, 1731, aged 44 years.
89) Sacred to the memory of Thomas Oliver of Closehouse Lodge who departed this life the 31st of July 1827 aged [-]8 years. Thomas Oliver died in infancy August 16th 1831. Isabella wife of Thomas Edward Oliver died Oct 14th 1866 aged 76 years. Isabella wife of John Oliver of Street House died Oct 31st 1871 aged 84 years. Thomas Edward Oliver of Newcastle on Tyne died Feb 2nd 1874 in his 84[?]th year. John Oliver late of Street House died Dec 2[-] 1881 aged 86 years.
90) [Top of chest tomb] Jonathan Laws of Heddon Laws died March 1st 1792 aged 45 years. William Laws died March 18th 1790 aged 39 years. Anthony Laws of East Heddon died May 11th 1816 aged 67 years. Elizabeth daughter of the above William Laws died June 2nd 1816 aged 35 years. Also Elizabeth his wife died January 31st 1819 aged 82 years. Jane wife of Jonathan Laws of East Heddon died June 26th 1823 aged 28 years. Also their 3 children died young. Peter Laws of Heddon Laws died March 26th 1827 aged 72 years. Mary his wife died March 13th 1831 aged 71 years. Thomas Laws died June 2nd 1836 aged 83 years.
[Side] Ralph Laws of Breckney Hill died January 22nd 1800 aged 63 years. Margaret his wife died September 6th 1819 aged 781[sic] years. Jonathan their son died March 31st 1825 aged 64 years. Isabella their daughter died July 29th 1839 aged 69 years. Ralph son of the above Jonathan Laws died Aug 31st 1844 aged 32 years. Mary daughter died March [--] 1852 aged 42 years.
[End] John Laws of Breckney Hill died Augst 14th 1844 aged 80 years. Isabella his wife died June 13th 1846 aged 57 years. Ralph their son died Decr 10th 1854 aged 40 years. Thomas their son died March 19th 1874 aged 51 years.
[End] John son of John Laws of Breckney Hill died at Ashfield Terrace Newcastle on Tyne October 15th 1878 aged 58 years. Also his brother William who died at Tynemouth July 16th 1897 aged 81 years.
[Side] Ralph Laws of Breckney Hill died January 22nd 1800 aged 63 years. Margaret his wife died September 6th 1819 aged 781[sic] years. Jonathan their son died March 31st 1825 aged 64 years. Isabella their daughter died July 29th 1839 aged 69 years. Ralph son of the above Jonathan Laws died Aug 31st 1844 aged 32 years. Mary daughter died March [--] 1852 aged 42 years.
[End] John Laws of Breckney Hill died Augst 14th 1844 aged 80 years. Isabella his wife died June 13th 1846 aged 57 years. Ralph their son died Decr 10th 1854 aged 40 years. Thomas their son died March 19th 1874 aged 51 years.
[End] John son of John Laws of Breckney Hill died at Ashfield Terrace Newcastle on Tyne October 15th 1878 aged 58 years. Also his brother William who died at Tynemouth July 16th 1897 aged 81 years.
91) Here lies the body of Jacob Laws who died Feb ye 4th AD 1746/7 aged 53 years.
92) In memory of Ann Davison wife of Wm. Davison who died the 31st January 1790 aged 39.
93) Sacred to the memory of Jane Ann Spearman daughter of Richard and Isabella Spearman of Eachwick Moor died April 5th 1854 aged 4 months. Also John their son died December 25th 1855 aged 6 months. Isabella Spearman wife of Richard Spearman died Sept 12th 1856 aged 34 years. "Farewell my husband and partner dear, Shed not for me a single tear, You plainly see my glass is run, For all that was or could be done, May heaven reward you for your kindness to a wife, and bless you both in death and life, And may we meet on that blest shore, Where grief and parting are no more, To praise the God whom we adore, To praise him there for evermore. Isabella Spearman July 19th 1856. But ah she's gone no tear can restore, And while I sound her name her loss deplore, Instructed by her precept may I rise, Nor cleave to dust but hasten to be wide, Taught by the bright example of my friend, May I in heart and life to heaven ascend, Follow her footsteps in the sacred road, Advancing daily to that blest abode, There may your parting kindred spirit meet, And bow adoring at the saviour's feet." R.S.
94) Here rest John Moore Bates b. 28 Jun 1773 d. 30 Jul 1843. And Margaret his wife b. 1786 d. 25 Jul 1861. Henry Blayney Bates b. 21 Jul d. 25 Aug 1865. John Moore Bates M.D. b. 19 Oct 1808 d. 25 May 1866. Thomas Bates b. 20 Jul 1810 d. 30 Jan 1882. Arthur Moore Bates b. 3 Aug 1864 d. 22 Apr 1894. Matilda Jane Bates b. Feb 9 1831 d. May 19 1911 buried at Yeovil.
95) The sepulchre of Robert Stevenson of Newcastle upon Tyne Doctor of Medicine who died the 2nd day of August 1828 in the 72nd year of his age.
96) In memory of Robert Reay Spearman esqr. of Eachwick Hall who died June 1st 1876 aged 71 years. Also John Spearman his brother died December 10th 1866 aged 55 years. And of Mary their sister who died June 10th 1881 aged 72 years. Also Elizabeth their sister who died June 24th 1900 aged 88 years. And of Edward their brother who died August 31st 1907 aged 93 years.
97) In memory of Mary eldest daughter of the late George Hunter of Houghton Hill Head who died 9th March 1890 aged 68 years. Also of John youngest son of the above George Hunter who died Jany 22nd 1893 aged 55 years. See photo above.
98) Sacred to the memory of George Hunter mason of Houghton Hillhead who died December 13th 1847 aged 56 years. Elizabeth daughter of the above died October 12th 1827 aged 2 years. Richard son of the above died February 22nd 1857 aged 38 years. Matthew son of the above died Novr 30th 1873 aged 50 years. Jane wife of Matthew Hunter died May 28th 1874 aged 48 years. Mary wife of the above George Hunter died Feby 19th 1875 aged 84 years. Elizabeth daughter of Mary Hunter and granddaughter of the above died July 2nd 1875 aged 32 years. George son of the above died April 18th 1876 aged 48 years.
99) The burial place of George and Mary Hunter of Heddon Quarry House. Edward their son died September 10th 1863 aged 4 months. The above George Hunter died April 18th 1876 aged 48 years. Thomas their son died December 13th 1890 aged 25 years. Ralph Middlemess died January 5th 1891 aged 69 years. George son of the above George and Mary Hunter died Feb 14th 1907 aged 51 years. Mary wife of the above George Hunter and afterwards wife of Ralph Middlemess died September 21st 1911 aged 87 years. Also Elizabeth Mary Hunter beloved wife of the above George Hunter jnr. died Oct 1st 1936 aged 74 years. See photo above.
100) Lost to sight to memory dear. Sacred to the memory of Jane Smith who departed this life Septr 24th 1861 aged 87 years.
101) The family burial place of Watson & Ann Charleton of Close House. George their only son died November 1st 1846 aged 17 years. The above Watson Charleton died May 3rd 1855 aged 61 years. The above Ann Charleton died in Newcastle December 10th 1864 aged 73 years. Ann Allan daughter of the above died October 28th 1879 aged 51 years.
102) In loving memory of Jane the dearly loved wife of Joseph Thompson of Heddon on the Wall who died July 19th 1929 aged 77 years. Also the above Joseph Thompson died Aug 9th 1936 aged 87 years. Until day break.
103) Sacred to the memory of Margaret wife of Thomas Bell farmer of Heddon Birks who died May 1st 1869 aged 45 years. Joseph son of the above died July 27th 1873 aged 13 years. Thomas son of the above died January 23rd 1879 aged 14 years. Annie youngest daughter of the above December 31st 1881 aged 15 years. Margaret daughter of the above died January 22nd 1888 aged 31 years. Also to the memory of the above Thomas Bell who died at Alnwick July 14th 1896 aged 75 years. John son of the above Thomas and Margaret Bell and beloved husband of Jane Elizabeth Bell who died at Lemington on Tyne December 31st 1903 aged 45 years. Eleanor dearly beloved wife of J.T. Hedley and daughter of the above Thomas & Margaret Bell died February 26th 1932 aged 68 years.
104) Sacred to the memory of Isabella relict of Richard Thomas Peareth esqr. of Heddon House only daughter of the Revd. Robert Dent perpetual curate of Lanchester in the County of Durham died 22nd of January 1840 aged 66 years.
[Back] George Burdon esqr. J.P., D.L. of Heddon House born at Bywell Castle 1798 died at Heddon House 1884. Also Richard his son died at Heddon House 1919 aged 89 years.
[Side] Elizabeth second daughter of George and Elizabeth Burdon died 2nd October 1830 aged 3 years.
[Side] Mary Henrietta fifth daughter of George and Elizabeth Burdon died 22nd Octr 1859 aged 24 years.
[Back] George Burdon esqr. J.P., D.L. of Heddon House born at Bywell Castle 1798 died at Heddon House 1884. Also Richard his son died at Heddon House 1919 aged 89 years.
[Side] Elizabeth second daughter of George and Elizabeth Burdon died 2nd October 1830 aged 3 years.
[Side] Mary Henrietta fifth daughter of George and Elizabeth Burdon died 22nd Octr 1859 aged 24 years.
105) Here lieth ye body of John Watson who dyd Feb ye 27th 1729. Also Catherine his daughter [-----].
106) Hear lyeth the body of Robert Coulter of Hillhead who departed this life November the 1st aged 43 years 1762.
107) In loving memory of John Baxter of High Seat Farm who died August 14th 1901 aged 54 years. "In the midst of life we are in death".
108) The burial place of Richard Longley of Dissington who died on the 19th June 1835 aged 53 years. Ann Field died 27th June 1839 aged 53 years, Martha widow of Richard Longley died March 19th 1847 aged 75 years.
109) The family burial place of Thomas and Isabella Dinnin of Heddon on the Wall. John their son died March 26th 1833 aged 28 years. Also Jane their daughter died April 20th 1834 aged 24 years. Also Joseph their son died August 7th 1835 aged 34 years. The above Thomas Dinnin died May 14th 1847 aged 82 years. The above Isabella Dinnin died May 22nd 1851 aged 79 years. Also Isabella Dinnin their daughter died October 7th 1870 aged 75 years.
110) Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. In loving memory of William Josiah Allison who died 11th October 1898 aged 23 years.
111) In loving memory of Winifred Emmeline Bolam beloved wife of Arthur Charles Rayment died at Montreal 10th June 1948 aged 54 years. Mizpah. See photo above.
112) Sacred to the memory of Ann wife of Thomas Gilhespy who departed this life December 25th 1825 aged 46 years. William their son died September 9th 1826 aged 17 years. Robert their son died November 19th 1827 aged 13 years. The above Thomas Gilhespy died at Matfen Low Hall May 6th 1845 aged 65 years. See photo below.
113) In loving memory of Isabella Turnbull of Heddon House who died January 7 1905. A kind and true friend. Thy will be done.
114) In memory of John Robson joiner of Heddon on the Wall who died Novr 29th 1847 aged 79 years. Isabella wife of the above died Decr 11th 1858 aged 75 years. John Doxford son of Ralph and Sarah Robson and grandson of the above died Sep 1st 1974 aged 21 years. Also Sarah wife of Ralph Robson and daughter of the above John and Isabella Robson who died December 9th 1886 aged 69 years. Hannah Charlton Robson daughter of Ralph and Sarah Robson who died August 24th 1897 aged 47 years. Also the above Ralph Robson who died Oct 29th 1904 in his 84th year.
115) Sacred to the memory of Joseph Robson of Heddon on the Wall who died May 1st 1864 aged 74 years. Mary his wife who died Jany 21st 1865 aged 72 years. Jane their daughter died March 11th 1847 aged 10 years. Mary their daughter in law who died August 9th 1857 aged 32 years. Andrew Simpson their grandson died young. Elizabeth Simpson their granddaughter died December 4th 1862 aged 7 years. Elizabeth their daughter in law died Feb 12th 1864 aged 29 years. Thomas Simpson their son in law died June 19th 1905 aged 83 years. Isabella widow of the above Thomas Simpson died March 14th 1913 aged 90 years.
116) Erected in memory of Robert Hunter mason of Close House North Lodge who died March 7th 1857 aged 40 years. Also Jane his wife who died February 24th 1857 aged 39 years. Also Mary his daughter who died May 21st 1853 aged 7 years. Also George Maughan son of the above and husband of Elizabeth Hunter who died September 9th 1922 aged 66 years.
117) Sacred to the memory of Mary Annie the dearly beloved wife of G.M. Hunter who died May 30th 1903 aged 41 years. Oh what joy and the glory shall be those endless sabbaths the blessed one see.
118) Sacred to the memory of the dearly beloved son of George M. & M.A. Hunter who died August 8th 1899 aged 13 months. "Peace perfect peace with loved ones far away". See photo above.
119) In affectionate remembrance of John Laws of Ashfield Terrace Newcastle who died October 15th 1878 aged 58 years. "The memory of the just is blessed". Also of Thomas Laws brother of the above who died March 19th 1874 aged 51 years. Also their brother William who died July 16th 1897 aged 81 years. Also of Marian wife of the above John Laws who died at Tynemouth 23rd September 1905 aged 87 years.
120) Sacred to the memory of Ralph Gustard of West Heddon late of Byker who died 18th February 1874 aged 74 years.
121) Thy will be done. In loving memory of Margaret Amm Timby the beloved daughter of William & Margaret Reay who died at Blayney Row June 3rd 1909 aged 21 years. Also Mary Elizabeth, George, Thomas, John George their children died in infancy.
[Side] In memory of William John Reay eldest son of John and Elizabeth Sarah Reay and husband of Margaret Reay departed this life February 15th 1927 aged 71 years.
[Side] Also Margaret beloved wife of William John Reay who died Dec 15th 1944 aged 66 years.
[Side] In memory of William John Reay eldest son of John and Elizabeth Sarah Reay and husband of Margaret Reay departed this life February 15th 1927 aged 71 years.
[Side] Also Margaret beloved wife of William John Reay who died Dec 15th 1944 aged 66 years.
122) The family burial place of Ralph and Elizabeth Armstrong of Heddon on the Wall. John their beloved son died September 11th 1851 aged 26 years. Catherine their daughter died January 21st 1853 aged 19 years. Ann their daughter died Oct 21st 1858 aged 30 years. The above Ralph Armstrong died June 13th 1870 aged 90 years. Elizabeth wife of the above who died April 19th 1873 aged 72 years. Margaret Isabella grandaughter of the above died June 23rd 1873 aged 18 years.
123) To the dear memory of Thomas Boyd who died Novr 30th 1934 aged 56 years.
124) In memory of Robert Harrison butcher of Walbottle who died September 20th 1859 aged 37 years. Also Isabella daughter of the above who died June 24th 1859 aged 3 years. Joseph Smith Harrison brother of the above died Novr 10th 1867 aged 53 years. Also Sarah Mabel wife of the above Robert Harrison who died April 16th 1870 aged 42 years. Also Margaret Frances wife of the above Joseph Smith Harrison who died August 31st 1879 in the 60th year of her age.
125) Thy will be done. In affectionate remembrance of John Pattison of Harlow Hill who died at Heddon on the Wall April 16th 1882 aged 76 years. Also of Mary his wife who died at Matfen Piers January 25th 1888 aged 79 years. Their end was peace. See photo below.
126) In memory of William Hunter of Heddon on the Wall who died December 4th 1878 aged 45 years. John son of the above died February 25th 1869 aged 7 years. Also Hannah Mary third daughter of the above died Oct 9th 1896 aged 28 years. Also Eleanor wife of the above William Hunter died Aug 24th 1905 aged 67 years. William beloved son of the above died May 22nd 1913 aged 53 years.
127) In memory of Ann wife of William Armatage of Heddon on the Wall who died February 27th 1870 aged 43 years. Also of George father of William Armatage who died March 7th 1882 aged 88 years. Also of Ann second wife of William Armatage who died September 6th 1882 aged 53 years. Also of the above William Armatage who died November 7th 1889 aged 59 years.
128) C.B. See photo below.
129) To the memory of Joseph Henry fourth son of Charles Bowlker vicar of this parish and Charlotte his wife died August 5th 1876 aged 13 years.
[Side] Charlotte Bowlker born January 31st 1824 died November 22nd 1894. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.
[Side] Charlotte Bowlker born January 31st 1824 died November 22nd 1894. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.
130) In loving memory of my dear husband William Edwin Anderson died Nov 1st 1934 aged 65 years. And of Ellen Maria his wife died March 31st 1945 aged 79 years.
131) Richard William Wolland died Jan 6th 1939 aged 30 years. Asleep. Thomas Wolland died May 12th 1934 aged 33 years. At rest.
132) In affectionate remembrance of Annie Ruth wife of George Laws who died at Houghton on Tuesday March 21st 1882 aged 29 years. Also George beloved husband of Mary Laws who died at Houghton December 28th 1913 aged 59 years. Also Mary wife of the above who died May 26th 1924 aged 72 years. Also Adelaide Laws who died June 4th 1930.
133) In memory of John Atkinson Armstrong of Bay's Leap who died January 21st 1886 aged 65 years. Also of Elizabeth Jane wife of the above who died at Newcastle upon Tyne June 12th 1908 aged 81 years. Sarah Maria eldest daughter of the above wife of Harry Young Thompson who died at Brampton July 11th 1909 aged 56 years. Also Margaret youngest daughter of the above who died at Newcastle upon Tyne July 4th 1921 aged 64 years.
134) In memory of Margaret widow of Thomas Dryden of North Shields and daughter of the late John Dobson of High Seat who died at East Heddon September 10th 1882 aged 59 years. Also of Thomas Dryden husband of the above who was drowned at sea October 1852 aged 34 years.
135) In memory of Anne daughter of the late John Dobson who died at High Seat February 13th 1883 aged 54 years.
136) In loving memory of Sarah Anne beloved wife of Edwin Mordue who fell asleep on January 14th 1933 aged 73 years. Also the above Edwin Mordue died April 28th 1935 aged 74 years. "Yet will I remember thee".
137) Sacred to the memory of Sarah dearly beloved wife of John Spearman 1862 - 1932. And the above John Spearman 1859 - 1946. At rest.
138) Sacred to the memory of Calverley Bewicke of Close House who died Augt 10th 1876 aged 59 years. Also to the memory of his son Calverley Bewicke of Close House who died Sept 5th 1896 aged 38 years. "Until the day break and shadows flee away". For photo see [139].
139) In memory of Richard Spearman of Eachwick House who died Oct 1901 aged 85 years. Also of Jane wife of the above who died May 6th 1922 aged 84 years. Also Marietta Elizabeth Spearman daughter of the above who died Feb 28th 1947 aged 75 years. Cremated.
[Side] Also John Gustard Spearman son of Richard and Jane Spearman who died Feb 18th 1936 aged 71 years. Cremated. In memory of Isabel Ann Spearman wife of Henry Robert Gibb who died February 18th 1951 aged 82 years and was cremated.
[Side] Also Richard Spearman son of Richard and Jane Spearman who died April 25th 1940 aged 73 years. Also Barbara Hedley Spearman wife of the above who died March 11th 1941 aged 59 years.
[Back] To the memory of Henry Robert Gibb who died 3rd Feb 1965 aged 97 years and was cremated.
[Side] Also John Gustard Spearman son of Richard and Jane Spearman who died Feb 18th 1936 aged 71 years. Cremated. In memory of Isabel Ann Spearman wife of Henry Robert Gibb who died February 18th 1951 aged 82 years and was cremated.
[Side] Also Richard Spearman son of Richard and Jane Spearman who died April 25th 1940 aged 73 years. Also Barbara Hedley Spearman wife of the above who died March 11th 1941 aged 59 years.
[Back] To the memory of Henry Robert Gibb who died 3rd Feb 1965 aged 97 years and was cremated.
140) In loving memory of Ernest Wm.Rd. Walters vicar of this parish from 1895 to 1905 born December 4th 1861 died January 1st 1905. Also of Edith Ann widow of the Rev. E.W.R. Walters vicar of Heddon on the Wall born January 29th 1865 died November 14th 1913. Also of Gwyneth Mary Partick Walters daughter of the above born May 26th 1892 died October 10th 1924.
141) "For thou O Lord God art the thing that I long for, thou art my hope even from my youth". In affectionate remembrance of Annie Sybella the beloved wife of Matthew Charles Wood of Holeyn Hall and youngest daughter of the late George Hutton Wilkinson esq. of Harperley Park County of Durham who died April 22nd 1881. Also in loving memory of the above Matthew Charles Woods born July 16th 1828 died July 29th 1894. See photo above.
142) In loving memory of James Thomson who died at Turpins Hill Wylam 15th June 1915 aged 46 years. Also Annie Rachel wife of the above who died at Stamfordham 15th September 1918 aged 42 years. Also James son of the above who died Turpins Hill 7th January 1911 aged 5 months.
143) In loving memory of Eleanor Hedley wife of James Hedley of Bay's Leap Heddon on the Wall who died 19th June 1935 aged 67 years. Also Thomas son of the above and beloved husband of Laura Helen V. Hedley died 29th September 1945 aged 48 years. Also Laura Helen Victoria dearly beloved wife of the above died 20th December 1948. Also the above James Hedley who died January 2nd 1954 aged 82 years. Also James son of the above who died April 11th 1980 aged 83 years. And his dear wife Anne who died Sept 30th 1971 aged 73 years. "Till we meet again".
144) In loving memory of Grace the beloved wife of William Shaw who departed this life June 22nd 1894 aged 82 years. "Come unto me all ye that are weary and heavy laden and I will give thee rest."
145) In memory of Sarah daughter of Jacob and Ann Urwin of West Heddon who died September the 2nd 1876 aged 20 years. Also in affectionate remembrance of Margaret Jane 3rd daughter of the above Jacob and Ann Urwin who departed this life October 7th 1889 aged 31 years.
146) Sacred to the memory of my dear husband Isaac Smiles who passed away 23 April 1940 aged 59 years. And his dear wife Hannah Jane died 15 June 1959 aged 77 years. "Lifes victory won, now cometh rest".
147) In loving memory of Doris M. Hope died 27th April 1977. She loved her church. See photo above.
148) In loving memory of George dearly beloved husband of Isabella Clark died Nov 7th 1965 aged 63 years. See photo above.
149) Erected by Thomas Bates esqr., Heddon Banks in memory of his agent Thomas Baxter who died May 26th 1879 aged 56 years manager of Heddon Colliery for 17 years. Also Margaret wife of the above who died June 8th 1894 aged 67 years. Thomas son of the above Thomas Baxter died April 18th 1899 aged 42 years.
150) In memory of James Forrest who departed this life 7th October 1832 aged 74 years. Also Hannah his wife who died May 11th 1845 aged 83 years.
151) Sacred to the memory of William Mitchell who departed this life October 14th 1860 aged 28 years. "Afflictions sore long time I bore, Physicians all in vain, Till God did please to take me hence, And ease me of my pain." And also of Ann wife of Robert Mitchell Feb 9th 1865 aged 62 years. The above Robert Mitchell died December 4th 1885 aged 80 years. Thou blessed God hast been my hope even from my youth. Also of Zenobia Plews niece of the above Robert Mitchell who entered her rest 27th February 1893 aged 22 years.
152) In loving memory of my dear mother Jane Edwards who died at Garden House Heddon on the Wall Dec 25th 1894 aged 82 years. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord".
153) In loving memory of Jane beloved wife of Thomas Gibson who died at East Heddon November 27th 1925 aged 71 years. The above Thomas Gibson died at East Heddon Oct 31st 1927 aged 77 years. Also Isabella daughter of the above who died at Heddon Birks October 1st 1892 aged 4 years. Also Thomas son of the above killed in action Arras France April 9th 1917 aged 30 years. Also Robert son of the above died April 3rd 1974 aged 84 years.
154) In loving memory of Richardson William Thompson who died January 17th 1927 aged 85 years. Also Barbara his beloved wife who died January 21st 1926 aged 70 years. See photo above.
155) To the dear memory of my beloved husband Frank Hetherington who died 9th Jan 1938 aged 36 years. See photo above.
156) In loving memory of my dear husband Henry Wolland died 10th Feb 1961 aged 87 years. See photo below.
157) In loving memory of Isabella Wolland died 24th September 1962 aged 91 years.
158) In loving memory. [No name]
159) In loving remembrance of our darling mother Elizabeth Hannah Brown (nee Milburn) born 6th May 1903 died 14th May 1960. See photo below.
160) In loving memory of Joseph W. Proud died 21st June 1958 aged 76 years. At rest.
161) In loving memory of Dinah M. Wanless born 23rd April 1877 died 6th Feb 1969 beloved wife of Stephen Wanless. Also their dear daughter Phyllis Fletcher born 16th May 1914 died 9th Dec 1969 interred at Llanwenarth. See photo below.
162) In loving memory of Stephen Wanless born 13th July 1877 died 7th Aug 1961 beloved husband of Dinah M. Wanless.
163) In loving memory of our dear father Thomas Tolley. See photo below.
164) In loving memory of a dear husband and dad John Tully died 2nd Jan 1988 aged 63 years.
165) J.E.C. At rest.
166) In memory of Arthur Cecil Thom dearly loved husband of Lily Thom died Feb 10th 1947 aged 71 years. Also the above Lily Thom died Aug 25th 1960 aged 84.
167) In loving memory of my dear husband Daniel Smith died 31st May 1969 aged 84 years. "Peace perfect peace." A dear wife Mary Smith died 30th June 1981 aged 89 years. Reunited.
168) Patricia Margaret Pugh 2 June 1947 - 21 June 1956. See photo above.
169) In loving memory of my dear husband Robert E. Gray died 11th April 1951 aged 58 years.
170) In loving memory of my dear husband Christopher Wannop died 10th Oct 1950 aged 62 years.
171) In loving memory of my dear husband George Percival Wannop died 6th Nov 1950 aged 58 years. See photo above.
172) In loving memory of Ralph Heatherington Armstrong who died 29th April 1944 aged 83 years. And of her dear wife Mary Alice who died 9th July 1949 aged 86 years.
173) Pilot Officer J.A. Trotter, Royal Australian Air Force 24th August 1942 age 31. Greater love hath no man.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission states: James Arthur Trotter, 402454, Pilot Officer with RAAF, died 20/08/1942. Son of Arthur & Lillian Trotter of Sydney, New South Wales; husband of Jean Bainbridge Fullarton Trotter, of Carruthers, Saskatchewan, Canada.
North East War memorials Project quotes RAF Bomber Command Losses of the Second World War:
P/O J.A. Trotter was a member of the crew of Stirling bomber N6083 OJ-N which took off from Lakenheath (Suffolk) on a mission to Frankfurt. An engine caught fire almost immediately, causing the aircraft to crash just a mile away from the end of the runway. All the crew were killed.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission states: James Arthur Trotter, 402454, Pilot Officer with RAAF, died 20/08/1942. Son of Arthur & Lillian Trotter of Sydney, New South Wales; husband of Jean Bainbridge Fullarton Trotter, of Carruthers, Saskatchewan, Canada.
North East War memorials Project quotes RAF Bomber Command Losses of the Second World War:
P/O J.A. Trotter was a member of the crew of Stirling bomber N6083 OJ-N which took off from Lakenheath (Suffolk) on a mission to Frankfurt. An engine caught fire almost immediately, causing the aircraft to crash just a mile away from the end of the runway. All the crew were killed.
174) Annie Jessica Thompson born at Winlaton 10 January 1872 died at Oakwood House 7 March 1945.
175) In loving memory of Alice Anderson who died July 1st 1943 aged 79 years. Also George beloved husband of the above died Jan 1st 1944 aged 83 years. Peace perfect peace.
176) In loving memory of Doris Oliver died June 2nd 1943.
177) In loving memory of Thomas Watson died 5 Oct 1942 aged 85 years. And his dear wife Elizabeth Watson died 9 Feb 1943 aged 84 years.
178) Treasured memories of my dear husband Alex Ions died Jan 10th 1942. See photo below.
179) In memory of our dear son John Ralph Watson born 14 Dec 1921 died 18 Oct 1940. At rest.
180) In loving memory of Margaret Curry who died at Close House Wylam Aug 10th 1941 aged 79 years. R.I.P.
181) [Against the wall] Here lieth ye body of William Austin who died May ye [--] 1711[?] aged 4[-] years. William son of the above William Austin died Dec [--] [----] aged 36[?] years.
182) 4272932 Fusilier H.G. Watson, The Royal Northumberland Fusiliers 28th October 1940 age 26. O valiant heart who to your glory came, your name is hallowed in the home you loved.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission states: Harold George Watson, son of Charles George and Annie Mary Watson, of Newburn.
Commonwealth War Graves Commission states: Harold George Watson, son of Charles George and Annie Mary Watson, of Newburn.
183) In loving memory of Walter Blythe Palmer died 13 Feb 1940 aged 51 years.
184) In loving memory of my dear daughter Ethel Eddy died Jan 28 1941 aged 28 years.
185) In loving memory of Frederick A. Bolam died at Eachwick Lodge 26 March 1941 aged 45 years. Also Eleanor wife of above died 18 Mar 1968 aged 69 years.
186) John G. Hunter died 3rd Oct 1943 aged 52.
187) In loving memory of my dear husband William Stevenson died 28th November 1943 aged 71 years. Also Isabella Stevenson wife of the above and daughter of the late Margery Scott of Guide Post Choppington died Dec 6th 1955 aged 82 years. "At rest".
188) In loving memory of Henry A. Hall died 3rd Dec 1943 aged 55 years. The dawn of heaven breaks. Also Nina wife of the above died 24th January 1966 aged 77 years.
189) In memory of my dear wife Elizabeth Thain (Betty Burns) born 5 June 1922 died 25 July 1946. In Gods keeping.
190) In loving memory of Ralph Bell died 6 July 1936 aged 61 years. Mabel his wife died 26 March 1946 aged 59 years. See photo above.
191) In loving memory of Catherine beloved wife of William Nixon who died Oct 17th 1944 aged 53 years. William dear husband of the above who died Nov 1st 1968 aged 79 years.
192) In memory of my dear husband Henry White Barron died Sept 14th 1940 aged 77 years. Also Elizabeth beloved wife of the above died Feb 8th 1952 aged 80 years. Gilbert J. Barron killed in action Oct 24th 1918 aged 23 years.
193) John Davison[?] of East Heddon died April 22nd 1778 aged 73[?]. Dorothy his wife died May 19th 177[-] aged 72 years. "Go home dear friends grieve not to leave us here, To lie till Christ to judgment shall appear, On that tremendous day we hope to have, A splendid rising from the gloomy grave, Then we shall meet again in realms above, Where all is joy & peace all harmony & love."
194) In memory of Elizabeth 4th daughter of Henry Angus of The Juniper Dye House Hexhamshire who died May 5th 1875 aged 50[?] years. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord".
195) In loving memory of John the beloved husband of Margaret Moore of Throckley who died August 8th[?] 1912 aged 64[?] years.
196) Here lies Isaac Garner fourth son of Peter and Ann Wilkinson who died May 24 1833 aged 19 years. Mary died December 8th 1838 aged 34 years. Ann died April 26th 1850 aged 35 years. Ann Wilkinson mother of the above died Novr 20th 1870 aged 92 years. Dorothy Wilkinson died 6th of May 1884 aged 72 years. See photo below.
197) "For ever with the Lord, Amen, so let it be". In affectionate remembrance of Sarah Ann Howland Wilkinson who died Feby 5th 1864 aged 25 years the beloved and only child of Henry Angus Wilkinson of Gateshead and of his wife Jeannette. "She had great abilities and great excellencies was a most diligent student and from a child made wise unto salvation. When on earth I breathe no more, The prayer oft mixed with tears before, I'll sing when on a happy shore, Thy will be done!". The above Jeannette died 13th of May 1882 aged 76 years. Also of the above Henry Angus Wilkinson born May 24th 1805 died August 24th 1888. "After he had served his own generation by the will of God he fell on sleep".
198) In loving memory of John Thomas Scott died 1st Dec 1936 aged 70 years. Also his wife Elizabeth Scott died 1st Jan 1951 aged 85 years. George, Maria and Mary Ann died in infancy. For photo see [199].
199) Sacred to the memory of Isabella wife of William Mason, Heddon on the Wall who died August 1st 1851 aged 76 years. Mary daughter of the above died July 13th 1862 aged 67 years.
200) [Broken stone] In loving memory of John Scott of Heddon on the Wall who died Dec 10th 1894 aged 72 years. Also Jane daughter of the above who died Dec 18th 1897 aged 21 years. Also Maria wife of the above John Scott who died Feb 18th 1922 aged 85 years. For photo see [201].
201) Sacred to the memory of Edward Wardle of Heddon on the Wall who died March 19th 1801 aged 46 years. Elizabeth his daughter died in infancy. Matthew Hunter son in law to the above died February 18th 1833 aged 53 years. Also Cathrine wife to the above Edward Wardle died May 8th 1834 aged 66 years. Mary wife of the above Matthew Hunter died March 22nd 1855 aged 62 years. John Wardle died April 23rd 1865 aged 74 years. Also William Hunter son of the above Matthew and Mary Hunter died August 26th 1869 aged 51 years. Also Elizabeth wife of the above William Hunter died Decr 16th 1874 aged 61 years.
202) Erected in memory of Margaret the beloved wife of William Hunter of Throckley who died Novr 4th 1877 aged 37 years. Also of William Hunter beloved husband of above who died at Gateshead Nov 6th 1916 aged 72 years. And of Mary Ann Hunter beloved wife of above W. Hunter who died March 26th 1919.
203) "Suffer little children to come unto me". In memory of Robert Dalrymple son of Robert & Rachael Murray of Longhoughton who died March 20th 1867 aged 7 years. "My lovely child since thou art gone, Sweet may thy slumbers be, The grave admits of no return, In vain we mourn for thee." Isabella Dalrymple grandmother of the above died October 10th 1869 aged 66 years.
204) The burial place of William and Margerey [sic] Moorhead of Newwinning. Elizabeth their daughter died Novr 17th 1840 aged 19 years.
205) Here lies in Christian hope the remains of Anthony Wood of Heddon on the Wall who died July [--] 1788. [-----].
206) In affectionate remembrance of John Aynsley of Houghton who died March 19th 1874 aged 80 years. Also of Margaret wife of the above who died February 11th 1889 aged 82 years. "I know that my redeemer liveth".
207) Sacred to the memory of George Armstrong of Heddon Banks land agent who departed this life Jan 3 1871 aged 80 years. Also of Mary wife of the above George Armstrong who died March 7th 1875 aged 86 years.
208) In memory of John Wardle Hunter the loved husband of Phoebe Hunter who fell asleep 25th January 1904 aged 53 years. Also of the above Phoebe Hunter who died 27th Dec 1911 aged 76 years.
209) In affectionate remembrance of Jane wife of William Richardson who died at Eachwick Moor Decr 27th 1881 aged 63 years. "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord." The above William Richardson died July 29th 1887 aged 74 year.
210) In memory of Isabella wife of Ralph Laws who died January 5th 1840 aged 29 years. The above Ralph Laws died February 27th 1848 aged 44 years.
211) Isaac Tubman died Decmr 11 1777 aged 25 years. How frail is human life.
212) In loving memory of Thomas Tindall who died at Houghton August 15th 1874 aged 69 years. Also of Robert Tindall surgeon brother of the above who died at Ryton December 8th 1874 aged 63 years. Also of Eliza Tindall sister of the above who died at Corbridge October 4th 1901 aged 86 years. "There is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth". See photo below.
213) Here lies interred the remains of Isaac Charlton late of Houghton who died Octr 12th 1795 aged 67[?] years. Also Eleanor wife of the said Isaac Charlton died Jany 19th 1796 aged 83 years. Here rests the remains of Forster the son of the above Isaac & Eleanor who departed this life December the 26 in the year of Our Lord 1802 aged 47 years. See photo below.
214) In loving memory of Thomas dearly loved husband of Frances Heslop, Breckney Hill who died July 31st 1925 in his 50th year. A loving husband & dear father. Also his beloved wife Frances died 26th April 1957 in her 83rd year. "Until the day break".
215) In loving memory of Richard the dearly beloved husband of Isabella Potts who died at Blayney Row Heddon on the Wall Oct 21st 1909 aged 50 years. Also of the above Isabella Potts who died Dec 2nd 1933 aged 76 years.
216) Edith Mallaburn.
217) In loving memory of Thomas Mason who died September 29th 1934 aged 19 years.
218) In loving memory of John Merriman Rowe of Iron Sign Farm who died December 6th 1916 aged 71 years. Also Jane wife of the above who died July 24th 1920 aged 73 years. Also Martha Isabella their daughter who died May 6th 1939 aged 56 years.
219) Sacred to the memory of Thomas H. Armstrong died 11 June 1927 aged 49 years. Also his beloved wife Jane Armstrong died 15 Dec 1944 aged 68 years.
220) In loving memory of Mary Hannah dearly beloved daughter of William & Elleanor Watson, Mount Hope East Heddon who died 18th April 1926 aged 50 years. "Thy will be done".
[Side] Also William Watson who died Nov 25th 1939 aged 82 years. Also Eleanor Watson his wife who died Dec 9th 1939 aged 84 years. See photo below (left).
[Side] Also William Watson who died Nov 25th 1939 aged 82 years. Also Eleanor Watson his wife who died Dec 9th 1939 aged 84 years. See photo below (left).
221) In loving memory of Lieutenant Forbes Tulloch R.A.M.C. fell asleep 20th June 1906 age 27. "We fall to rise are baffled to fight better sleep to wake". "Until the day dawn".
Click the link above for an article on the blog.
See photo below (right).
Click the link above for an article on the blog.
See photo below (right).
222) In affectionate remembrance of Elizabeth Wilson late of Wylam Wood who died at Houghton Moor Cottages December 26th 1886 aged 85 years. "Thy will be done". See photo below.
223) Sacred to the memory of John Errington of Houghton Moor House who died Septr 14th 1825 aged 37 years.
224) Here lies the remains of Margaret daughter of Thomas Humble[?] of East Heddon. She died Aug [--] 17[--] aged [-] yrs.
225) John Whitfield of Newham who died August 6th 1841 aged 75 years. Also Dorothy his wife who died July 3rd 1832 aged 64 years. Also Margaret neice of the above who died Jany 13th 1842 aged 29 years. John their son died Jany 17th 1869 aged 80 years.
226) In loving memory of Gertrude the dearly beloved daughter of George and Margaret Reay who died February 6th 1895 aged 5½ years. See photo above.
227) The family burial place of Mattw. Robson of Heddon on the Wall. Isaba. Robson his wife died 7th Feby 1814 aged 74 years. The above Matthew Robson died Feby 10th 1827 aged 90 years. See photo below.
228) Sacred to the memory of William Robson who died at Fawdon House on April 12th A.D. 1851 in his 66th year. Also of Lydia widow of the above who died on the 29th March 1876 in her 83rd year. This monument was erected by his widow in testimony of her respect and esteem for a beloved husband.
229) [Table tomb] John Robson of Heddon West Banks died the 12th Nov 1813 aged 73 years. Ann wife of the above John Robson died the 10th April 1817 aged 74 years. In memory of Frances wife of John Robson jun. died Oct 10th 1820 aged 39 years. Died March 20th 1825 at Felling Hall, John Robson aged 44 years.
230) [Chest tomb] Sacred to the memory of Dorothy wife of Michael Robson of West Chirton in the parish of Tynemouth who died 31st of October 1829 aged 33 years. In testimony of the many virtues and excellent qualities of this much lamented women this monument was erected by her husband. The above Michael Robson died the 21st November 1837 aged 54 years.
231) In memory of my beloved husband Thomas S. Wright died 21st Oct 1955 aged 65 years.
232) In memory of John Lee late of Blackrow who died October 27th 1813 aged 70 years. Mary his wife died March 2nd 1824 aged 69 years.
233) In loving memory of John Gibson who died Sep 18th 1873 aged 67 years. Also Isabella wife of the above who died Feb 3rd 1893 aged 79 years. Also David son of the above who died Jan 12th 1900 aged 55 years. Also Hannah daughter of the above who died March 14th 1931 aged 79 years. "Peace perfect peace". See photo below.
234) In loving memory of my dear wife Francis Ann Nixon who died 1st July 1933 aged 70 years.
235) In loving memory of Robert Barr died Nov 17th 1933 aged 63 years. And Margaret his wife died Jan 8th 1945 aged 76 years. See photo below.
236) In loving memory of Isabella Percival who died 1st December 1923 aged 49 years.
237) In loving memory of Emily beloved wife of John Dobson died June 22nd 1936 aged 24 years.
238) Catherine Brown died Nov 14th 1936 aged 65 years.
239) In loving memory of William Gibson died 1960.
[Side] Memories of father W. Gibson.
[Side] Memories of mother M.J. Gibson.
[Side] Memories of father W. Gibson.
[Side] Memories of mother M.J. Gibson.
240) In loving memory of John Gibson who died at Throckley April 16th 1910 aged 69 years. Also Mary Ann wife of the above who died at Throckley Sep 28th 1901 aged 52 years. "Until the day break and shadows flee away".
241) The family burial place of Bartholomew Atkinson who departed this life on the 10 day of July 1816 in the 55 year of his age.
242) "If ye in faith have sown in tears, In hope to win th' immortal prize, When Christ who is your life appears, With him in glory ye shall rise." Sacred to the memory of Mary daughter of James and Hannah Armstrong of Bays Leap who died May 22nd A.D. 1799 aged 8 years. And of Hannah daughter of James and Hannah Armstrong of Bays Leap who died March 7th A.D. 1807 aged 13 years. And of James Armstrong of Bays Leap who died February 19th A.D. 1826 aged 71 years. And of Hannah Armstrong relict of the above James Armstrong of Bays Leap who died July 5th 1842 aged 84 years.
243) M.A.
244) W.A.
245) H.A.
NOTE: it is not known why these three gravestones are inscribed only with initials or even who was buried here. A previous vicar of St Andrew's Church suggested from the style of the gravestones and research in the Church Registers that they might be the graves of Mary Anderson, buried on 2nd July 1741, and William Anderson buried on 30 August 1741. He could find no record of an H Anderson.
244) W.A.
245) H.A.
NOTE: it is not known why these three gravestones are inscribed only with initials or even who was buried here. A previous vicar of St Andrew's Church suggested from the style of the gravestones and research in the Church Registers that they might be the graves of Mary Anderson, buried on 2nd July 1741, and William Anderson buried on 30 August 1741. He could find no record of an H Anderson.
What appears to me a much more plausible explanation is discussed in The Armstrongs of Bays Leap in the Blog. This identifies the individuals as Mary, William and Hannah Armstrong, the children of James and Hannah Armstrong whose gravestone ([242] above) is immediately east of the initialed stones.
246) "Life is but a shadow." The burial place of Thomas Gilhespy of Sunny Breeze. He died March 2nd 1777 aged 71 years. Elizabeth his wife died Augst 28th 1808 aged 97 years. William their grandson died Octr 16th 1803 aged 19 years. Thomas their son died Augst 8th 1823 aged 83 years. William Gilhespy their son died May 23rd 1832 aged 86 years. Margaret his wife died Decr 16th 1835 aged 81 years. See photo below.
247) Sacred to the memory of William Dodd who died at Heddon House July 14th 1864 aged 82[?] who was a faithful and greatly respected servant in the Peareth family 65 years.
248) The burial place of Ralph & Hannah Laws of Heddon on the Wall. The above Hannah Laws died March 18th 1827 aged 57 years. The above Ralph Laws died April 13th 1842 aged 74 years. Margaret their daughter died February 12th 1862 aged 62 years. William their son died February 15th 1863 aged 65 years. See photo below.
249) In memory of William Bell of Heddon on the Wall who died July 9th 1793 aged 79 yrs. Lancelot Bell depd this life Feb 19th 1799 aged 31 years. Isabel wife of William Bell obt June 19 1801 aet 75 years. Ann their daughter died Jany 21 1802 aet 35.
250) The family burial place of John Hogg of Heddon on the Wall. John his son died Jany 11 1836 aged XXVI years. The above John Hogg died Augt XXIX 1839 aged LXXII years. Jane Robson his daughter died March XVI 1840 aged XXX years. Jane wife of the above John Hogg died February 27th 1856 aged 82 years. See photo below.
251) The family burial place of Thomas, Eleanor and Jane Hogg of Heddon on the Wall. Eleanor his wife died January 9th 1828 aged 30 years. Jane his daughter died October 16th 1847 aged 21 years. Also Jane his wife died January 8th 1860 aged 61 years. Isabella daughter of the above died November 20th 1862 aged 28 years. Mary Hastilow daughter of Thomas and Jane Hogg who died May 11th 1863 aged 32 years. "We sorrow not as those without hope." The above Thomas Hogg died August 5th 1863 aged 60 years. Anna Dobson daughter of the above who died at Matfen August 7th 1863 aged 31 years.
252) In affectionate remembrance of Mark Reay of Heddon on the Wall who died DECr 24th 1889 aged 74 years. Also of Isabella wife of the above who died April 22nd 1893 in her 77th year. "Thy will be done".
253) Erected to the memory of Ann wife of George Robson millwright of Heddon on the Wall who died December 31st 1851 aged 27 years. Also Alice daughter of the above died March 11th 1852 aged 12 months. "The race appointed I have run, The combats o'er the prize is won, And now my witness is on high, And now my records in the sky, Not in my innocence I trust, I bow before the[sic] in the dust, And through my saviours blood alone, I look for mercy at thy throne, I leave this world without a tear, Save for the friends I held so dear, To heal their sorrows Lord descend, And to the friendless prove a friend, I come I come at thy command, I give my spirit to thy hand, Stretch forth thine everlasting arms, And shield me in the last alarms."
254) The burial place of Thomas and Alice Gilhespy of Heddon on the Wall. The above Thomas Gilhespy who died January 20th 1828 aged 37 years. Alice their daughter who died June 20th 1843 aged 17 years. William their son died December 24th 1860 aged 41 years. Alice wife of the above Thomas Gilhespy who died December 28th 1862 aged 70 years. For photo see [256].
255) Here lieth interr'd ye body of John Bewick of Darras Hall husbandman who dyd Novbr ye 24th 1730 aged 26 yrs.
[Back] [-----] that the said John Bewick [-----] his last will & testament hath left the sum of ten pounds to the poor of the parish of Heddon on the Wall to be distributed amongst them according to ye discretion of ye vicar & ye churchwardens of ye said parish.
[Back] [-----] that the said John Bewick [-----] his last will & testament hath left the sum of ten pounds to the poor of the parish of Heddon on the Wall to be distributed amongst them according to ye discretion of ye vicar & ye churchwardens of ye said parish.
256) Sacred to the memory of Stephen Wanless who died May the 29th 1877 aged 78 years. Also of Thomas William grandson of the above who died October 6th 1882 aged 77 years.
257) Sacred to the memory of Isabella Elliot of Houghton who died April 16th 1810 aged 63 years. Elizabeth Browell daughter of the above died June 16th 1842 aged 72 years. Also George husband of the above Elizabeth Browell who died February 22nd 1847 aged 75 years.
258) In affectionate remembrance of Elizabeth Sarah the dearly beloved wife of John Reay of Frenchmans Row who departed this life Feb 12th 1890 aged 64 years. Also of the above John Reay who died April 16th 1905 aged 73 years. Also of Aynsley son of the above Joseph and Mary Maria Reay who died November 14th 1905 aged 1 month. Also John Tone Reay dearly beloved husband of Emma Reay, Wylam who departed this life February 12th 1912 aged 55 years.
259) Memories of my dear husband Joseph Reay died 6th Jan 1954.
260) In loving memory of Mary Ann Cooper who died 24th March 1938 aged 54 years. Also William beloved husband of above died 9th Jan 1950 aged 71 years.
261) In loving memory of my dear husband Tom James Simpson died 14 June 1938 aged 67 years. Also his dear wife Annie Simpson died 7 May 1945 aged 73 years. "The past is dead love cannot die". Also their daughter Ethel died 4 Jan 1973 aged 69 years. Also their son in law Oswald Shield died 10 Feb 1961 aged 76 years dear husband of Jane. See photo above.
262) In loving memory of Frank Lockyear died Dec 21st 1938. His end was peace. Also Eliza beloved wife of the above died June 1st 1957.
263) In loving memory of father John Gray Thompson died 2 July 1938 aged 79 years. Mother, Jane Thompson died 12 Feb 1946 aged 87 years.
264) In loving memory of Margaret Jane dearly beloved wife of James Scott Glendinning died Sept 8th 1936 aged 54 years. The above James died July 2nd 1970 aged 94 years. And daughter Margaret died Dec 3rd 1941 aged 31 years. At rest. See photo below.
265) In loving memory of Edward Shipley of Frenchmans Row who departed this life the 16th October 1898 aged 74 years. Mary Shipley wife of Edward Shipley died 8th May 1910 aged 89 years. Also William son of the above died 1st July 1900 aged 46 years.
266) Ann Blakey of Heddon obt June 19 1743 aet 65. William Blakey of Bays Leap obt May 9 1760 aet 73. Eleanor wife of Robt. Blakey daughter[?] of the above obt Sept [-] 1769 [----] mother[?] lieth here [-----] Thos. son of Robt. Blakey obt June [--] 177[-] Michael his son obt Feb 11 1775 aet [--].
267) In loving memory of Mary Hannah the beloved wife of Robert Forster Jordan who died December 8th 1939 aged 71 years. Robert Forster Jordan who died February 10th 1945 aged 84 years.
268) "Thy will be done". In loving memory of Thomas Benjamin beloved husband of Barbara Ann Jobey who died November 18th 1912 aged 64 years. Also the above Barbara Ann Jobey who died March 8th 1926 aged 78 years.
[Side] Also of Robert his fourth son who died March 16th aged 37 years was interred at Benton.
[Side] Also William son of the above who died May 24th 1889 aged 8 1/2 years. See photo below.
[Side] Also of Robert his fourth son who died March 16th aged 37 years was interred at Benton.
[Side] Also William son of the above who died May 24th 1889 aged 8 1/2 years. See photo below.
269) Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth the beloved wife of Fenwick Charlton, Heddon Colliery born June 5th 1850 died April 29th 1898. Also above Fenwick Charlton born April 17th 1850 died December 26th 1913.
[Side] Also of Lillie daughter of Fenwick Charlton born June 18th 1887 died Jany 12th 1888.
[Back] Also Timothy son of Fenwick and beloved husband of Margaret A. Charlton born May 21st 1871 died June 16th 1915. "Peace perfect peace".
[Side] Also of Natt son of Fenwick Charlton born May 6th 1886 died June 13th 1886.
[Side] Also of Lillie daughter of Fenwick Charlton born June 18th 1887 died Jany 12th 1888.
[Back] Also Timothy son of Fenwick and beloved husband of Margaret A. Charlton born May 21st 1871 died June 16th 1915. "Peace perfect peace".
[Side] Also of Natt son of Fenwick Charlton born May 6th 1886 died June 13th 1886.
270) In affectionate remembrance of Rachel the beloved daughter of John & Sarah Scott of Throckley Lodge who died March 8th 1886 aged 18 years. Also of Sarah wife of the above John Scott who died October 17th 1908 aged 73 years. Also of John husband of the above Sarah Scott who died November 15th 1909 in his 77th year.
271) Sacred to the memory of William Scott of Heddon on the Wall who died August 28th 1865 aged 60 years. Rachel wife of the above William Scott died June 28th 1879 aged 84 years. "Blessed are the dead who died in the Lord."
272) Sacred to the memory of Mary Ann beloved wife of Thomas Albert Green of Wylam on Tyne and only daughter of George and Mary Scott of Woolsington who departed this life August 11th 1881 in the 27th year of her age. Also the above Thomas Albert Green who departed this life April 5th 1944 in the 90th year of his age. For photo see above.
273) In loving memory of Robert the dearly beloved husband of Frances Elizabeth Potts Elliott of Heddon on the Wall born May 21st 1855 died September 29th 1925. Also of John son of the above born September 15th 1884 died April 19th 1885. Also of the above Frances Elizabeth Potts Elliott born September 16th 1863 died December 2nd 1952. Also their beloved daughters Margaret Eleanor April 11th 1966 and Jane Annie February 11th 1983. Thomas Purvis Elliott July 5th 1965. Ellen Elliott February 10th 1961. John Carrington Elliott March 28th 1927.
274) The family burial place of John Robson, Heddon on the Wall. Matthew his son died IX June 1820 aet XXII years. Stephen his son died April 3rd 1838 aged 32 years. The above John Robson died January 17th 1839 aged 68 years. Mary wife of John Robson died August 9th 1843 aged 72 years.
275) Here lies ye body [-----].
276) John Peascod depd this life Decmr 20 1794 aged 58 years. 'Long time afflictions I did bear, Physicians were in vain, Till God thought fit to take me hence, And ease me of my pain.' Mary his daughter died August 1st 1799 aged 30. Elizabeth do. died Sept 6th 1800 aged 28. Ann his wife died April 18th 1808 aged 71 years.
277) Here lyeth interr'd ye body of John son to Ralph Peascod of Heddon on ye Wall who died May ye 12th 1730 aged 21 years. Also Wm. & Bridget who died young.
278) In loving memory William Henry Scarlett who died 13th March 1932 aged 71 years. Also Eliza his wife who died 9th July 1932 aged 68 years. William Henry their son died of wounds at Poperinghe 15th Feb 1916 aged 26 years. Also Celia Constance daughter of the above died 4th May 1959 aged 66 years. "Thy will be done."
279) Here lyeth interr'd the body of Jane Revelly who departed this life August ye 26th day 1724 aged 2 years.
280) [On bench] 1916 In loving memory of Jayne Parker 1962.
281) In memory of Ralph Gills of Eachwick who died Feby 27th 1827 aged 88 years. Also of Isabella daughter of John and Ann Gills of Eachwick who died Novr 3rd 1823 aged 10 years.
282) [Plaque of the wall] In memory of Joseph son of Ralph Gills of Eachwick obt Sepr 11th 1803 aged 21 years. See photo above.
283) The family burial place of William Brown esq.
284) [Plaque on the wall] Hic reponuntur cineres aspecteat beat Resurrectionis Johannis et Agnis Liber orum Gulielini Brown de Throckley Fell. Johannis obiit decimo nono Die Januarii 1748 Anno cetalis tertio Agnes obit die secondo Feb 1748 Aetat dec mense quale[----] dierille[?] supremus indicabit[?].
There is an article about William Brown of Throckley on the blog.