The Parish of Atherton in the County of -- Lancashire --

Memorial Inscriptions at Atherton Cemetery
in the Parish of Atherton

In loving memory of
Henry
the beloved husband of
Eliza Dando
who died Jan 24th 1924
aged 61 years.
Also Eliza, the above
who died Jan 19th 1939
aged 77 years.
Also Mark their son,
who died August 11th 1883,
aged 9 months.
Also Henry their son
who died March 8th 1888,
aged 1 year and 6 months.
Re-united

Notes
Mark & Henry (1888) buried in a Common Grave

James
the beloved husband of
Alice Leyland,
born March 12th 1853,
died January 10th 1920.
Also Ellen, their daughter
born April 21st 1874,
died March 5th 1881.
Also the above Alice Leyland,
born September 5th 1852,
died September 1st 1927.
Peace perfect peace
Also William and Alice children of the above
who died in infancy.

In memory of
Martha Smith who died Janry 14th 1863 aged
68 years. Also John Pinnington who died
Octr 8th 1865 aged 32 years.

In memory of
Joseph Rawlinson
who died February 29th 1864
aged 44 years.
Also Mary Ellen his daughter who died
March 1st 1859 aged 16 months.
Also Mary his wife
who died October 19th 1892
aged 78 years.

Notes
Buried as Mary Carson

In memory of
Samuel Barratt
who died Janry 18th 1864
aged 76 years.
Also Mary wife of Samuel Barratt
who departed this life Decr 31st 1871 aged
79 years. Also William brother of
Samuel Barratt who departed this
life May 11th 1863 aged 81 years.

In loving memory of
James Rodgers
who died 12th March 1890 aged 70 years.
Also Alice his wife
who died 28th Feb 1890 aged 71 years.
Also Mary their daughter
who died 19th Sep 1864 aged 6 years.

In loving memory of
Jane daughter of
Thomas and Ann Dawson
who died November 14th 1863,
aged 10 weeks.
Also Jane their daughter
who died March 2nd 1884
aged 15 years.
Not my will O Lord but thine be done.
Also the above Thomas Dawson
who died September 14th 1905
aged 85 years.
Also Ann wife of the above
Thomas Dawson
who died October 28th 1918,
aged 87 years.

In memory of
John Halliwell
who died February 24th 1865
aged 44 years.
Also Henry son of
John and Eliza Halliwell
who died September 9th 1868
aged 23 years.
Also James their son who died
January 19th 1865 aged 2 years.
A light is from our household gone
a voice we lov'd is still
a place is vacant in our hearts
which never can be filled.

In remembrance of
James Hatton
who departed this life September 30th 1860
aged 63 years.
Afflictions sore, fifteen years I bore, physicians were
in vain. Till God did please to give me ease, and terminate
my days.
Also Maria Hatton his wife
who departed this life November 6th 1887
aged 89 years.
Also John Hatton son of the above
who departed this life May 20th 1895
aged 74 years.
Also Daniel Hatton son of the above
who departed this life August 2nd 1896
aged 68 years.

In memory of
Martha the beloved wife of
Thomas Smith, of Atherton,
who died Feby. 7th 1861, aged 36 years.
Also of Eliza their daughter
who died August 2nd 1863,
aged 2 years & 7 months.
Also of the above Thomas Smith,
who died Decr. 21st 1874, aged 50 years.

In memory of
William Redfern
who died
July 31st 1824 aged 52 years
and was interred*
Mary Redfern.
of Atherton, who died June 16th 1852
aged 77 years.
and was interred* at St John's Church.
Also Jane Redfern, daughter of the above who
died April 23rd 1859, aged 52 years.
Also James Charlton of Manchester
who departed this life February 24th
1869, aged 64 years. Also
Jamima Charlton of Manchester
his wife and daughter of the above
William and Mary Redfern
who departed this life August 5th 1869,
aged 61 years.
Also John Redfern,
who died Decr. 9th 1876, aged 79 years.

In remembrance of
Peter
the beloved son of
Noah & Mary Thomason
of Atherton, who died Decr 8th 1864,
aged 4 years.
To sweet for Earth, but meet for heaven.
Also Martha their daughter
who died February 6th 1883,
aged 20 years.
Also the above Mary Thomason
who died October 2nd 1899,
aged 65 years.
Also the above Noah Thomason,
who died November 22nd 1904,
aged 71 years.
Peace, perfect peace, with loved ones far away,
in Jesus' keeping we are safe and they.

In memory of
Richard Percival,
of Atherton
who died November 19th 1864,
aged 84 years.
Also John, son of the above
who died August 12th 1878,
aged 75 years.
Also Richard his son,
who died February 19th 1889,
aged 68 years.

In loving memory of
Arthur Lee
died Feb 6th 1870
aged 36 years.
Also Jane his beloved wife
died June 29th 1918
aged 80 years.
Also Arthur son of the above
died Feby. 8th 1919, aged 50 years.
aged 50 years.
Also Margaret Alice daughter of the above
died Decr. 1858, aged 2 years.

Henry Caldwell
who died suddenly of apoplexy
on the 13th December 1886,
aged 21 years.
Beloved by all with whom he was
acquainted, his untimely death
is deeply regretted by a large
circle of friends.
Also
John Caldwell
who died May 22nd 1873,
aged 1 year and 7 months.
Of such is the kingdom of heaven.
Also Margaret, the beloved wife of
James Caldwell,
who died November 18th 1910,
in her 73rd year.
Thy will be done
Also James Caldwell
who departed this life February 39th 1917
aged 79 Years

In remembrance of
Hannah Grundy
who died June 26th 1879,
aged 29 years.
The bond of affection will endure though
the dust has returned to the earth as
it was; and the spirit to the God who gave it.
Also of
Jane Hague,
who died May 24th 1873,
aged 2 years and 5 months.
Also of
James Hague,
who died Feby. 1st 1870,
aged 7 months.
Of such is the kingdom of heaven.

In affectionate remembrance of
Jonathan Beardsworth
who died
March 25th 1884
aged 54 years.
Also
Mary Ann his daughter
who died July 13th 1869
aged 1 year and 11 months.
and Elizabeth his wife
who died December 2nd 1890
aged 60 years.
Our loss was her gain.

In memory of
Sarah Jane the beloved daughter of
Henry and Mary Thorpe,
who died August 21st 1868 aged 5 months
Also Mary the beloved wife of Henry Thorpe
who died June 9th 1895 aged 69 years
Also Jesse, son of Henry and Mary Thorpe
who died April 24th 1904 aged 38 years
Also the above Henry Thorpe
who died February 28th 1908 aged 83 years.

In loving memory of
Annie
daughter of
James & Sarah Gregory
of Atherton
who died 24th Jan 1899,
aged 23 years.
Also of James & Mary Jane
children of the above
who died in infancy.
Also Alice their daughter,
who died Feb 19th 1914,
aged 47 years
Thy will be done

Notes
James & Mary Jane's year and age are from Burial Register

In memory of
Margaret widow of
Thomas Hope, who departed
this life May 14th 1859, aged 84 years.
Also Elizabeth Hope
daughter of the above who died
May 17th 1883, aged 87 years.

In memory of
Mary Ann
the daughter of
John and Rebecca Woodward
who departed this life May 22nd 1871
aged 15 years.
Kind friends forbear to mourn and weep
while sweetly in the dust I sleep
the toilsome world I left behind
a glorious crown I hope to find.
Also the above John Woodward
who died September 29th 1881
in his 59th year.
Men so true there are but few
and difficult to find
a man more just and true to trust
there is not left behind.
Also William Shaw who died
January 14th 1888 aged 52 years

In memory of
Joseph Hampson
who died December 13th 1889
aged 59 years
and Margaret his wife
who died February 21st 1868
aged 44 years.
Also Jane their daughter
who died September 8th 1858
aged 3 years
and
Joseph H. Stewart their grandson
who died May 22nd 1880
aged 4 years and 6 months

Notes
Joseph in Grave 106

In memory of
Margaret
beloved daughter of
William and Jane Hampson
who died July 21st 1885,
aged 2 years and 7? months.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also the above Jane Hampson,
who died 18th Oct 1937,
aged 77 years.
Also the above William Hampson
who died 2nd Dec 1937
aged 76 years.

Florence Eliza,
daughter of
R. & E. Sephton,
died October 14th 1875,
aged 5 months.
Kathlene Eveline,
their daughter,
died October 17th 1881,
aged 3 years and 11 months.
Eliza, wife of
Robert Sephton,
died May 10th 1925,
aged 80 years.
Robert Sephton,
died April 2nd 1934,
aged 80 years.
Ralph, son of the above
died June 6th 1953,
aged 70 years.

In remembrance of
Ellen the beloved daughter of
John & Margaret Johnson,
of Atherton who died Octr 8th 1873,
aged 8 years and 5 months.
Also the above Margaret Johnson,
who died June 15th 1888,
aged 58 years.
Also the above John Johnson,
who died Dec 21st 1900,
aged 75 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Ralph Poole,
who died July 23rd 1879,
aged 39 years.
Also Mary Jane Poole,
who died April 8th 1923,
aged 76 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Jane,
wife of
James H. Ridgway,
who died December 13th 1876,
aged 69 years.
Also James H. Ridgway,
husband of the above
who died November 6th 1877,
aged 68 years.
Also Thomas Ridgway,
son of the above,
who died November 26th 1894,
aged 61 years.

In memory of
James
the beloved son of
George and Elizabeth Gerrard
who died January the 17th 1873
aged 16 years and 3 months
Also the above George Gerrard
who died December the 16th 1882
aged 53 years.
and Elizabeth his wife
who died September the 9th 1890
aged 62 years.
Also Margaret Jane
daughter of the above
and wife of Richard Woods
who died July the 19th 1900,
aged 36 years.
O rest in the Lord.
Also the above Richard Woods
who died May the 18th 1949
aged 87 years.

Notes
Margaret Jane in Grave 116

In remembrance of
John Kay,
of Firs Lane, Westleigh,
who departed this life
April 15th 1872, aged 66 years.
Also Elizabeth Vose
sister of the above
who departed this life
August 12th 1875, aged 71 years.
Also of Emma daughter of
Wilbraham & Alice Tickle
grandaughter of John Kay,
who died April 23rd 1907,
aged 35 years.

In loving memory of
Ann Gregory
who died
October 20th 1885,
aged 79 years.
Come unto me all ye that labour and are
heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Also Albert son of
James and Alice Morewood
who died April 20th 1887,
aged 6 months.
Jesus called a little child unto him.
Also Kenneth Butler Morewood,
born August 26th 1918,
died August 28th 1918.
Jesus said suffer little children to come unto me.
Also Alice, wife of James Morewood,
born Feb. 4th 1846, died Feb 23rd 1930.
Also James Morewood,
born May 27th 1861, died April 29th 1932.
Peace perfect peace.

In affectionate remembrance of
little
Emily Almond,
who died March 24th 1872,
aged 1 year and 11 months.
Once we had a fragrant blossom
full of sweetness full of love
but the angels came and pluck't it
for the beauteous realm above.
Also Alice the beloved wife
of John Almond who departed
this life November 14th 1898
aged 61 years.
Also the above John Almond,
who departed this life Jany.
22nd 1911, aged 74 years.
Also Mary Jane, their daughter
who died April 10th 1911,
aged 47 years.

In memory of
Anne
the beloved wife of
Robert Pass of Atherton
who died May 2nd 1873
aged 47 years
Also of Fanny their daughter
who died May 8th 1870
aged 9 days

In memory of
Robert Pass
who died October 31st 1891,
aged 73 years.
Also Alice
wife of the above
who died January 31st 1895
aged 62 years.

In loving memory of
Mary and Elizabeth
infant children of
Thomas and Mary Ann Speakman
of Coxs' Farm, Atherton
also the above Mary Ann,
who died December 10th 1891,
aged 48 years.
She rests in peace.
Also the above Thomas Speakman
who died Nov 2nd 1924
aged 83 years.

Notes
Mary & Elizabeth's year and age are from Burial Register

In affectionate remembrance of
John Barnes
died June 16th 1898
aged 78 years.
Also Betty his beloved wife
died Dec 20th 1897 aged 81 years
……………….
Also James Eric son of
James and Mary Elizabeth Forshaw
who died 20th July 1901 aged 10 months
Samuel son of William and Annie Forshaw
who died 19th May 1901 aged 10 weeks

Notes
The lower half is barely legible, including a 4-line quotation not transcribed here

In memory of
Benjamin Withington
who departed this life August 8th 1869,
aged 76 years.
Also Elizabeth widow of the above
who departed this life March 18th 1876,
aged 79 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Moses Williams,
of Atherton,
who departed this life February 9th 1867,
in the 66th year of his age:
and
Catherine Williams his wife
who departed this life July 26th 1887,
in the 86th year of her age.

Fanny wife of
Ralph Fletcher,
died 31st May 1900,
aged 57 years.
Also Ralph Fletcher,
died 27th February 1916,
aged 73 years.
Dora wife of
Ralph Fletcher Junr.
died 28th May 1868,
aged 27 years.

Notes
Dora in Grave 136

In loving memory of
James Hayes
who died Feby 25th 1901,
aged 74 years.
Also Ann, his wife
who died March 25th 1907
aged 79 years.
Also Martha Ellen,
beloved wife of
Robert Hayes
who died April 29th 1923
aged 49 years.

In memory of
William Smith
who died May 13th 1872,
aged 72 years.
Also Alice the beloved wife of
the above William Smith who
died Septr. 19th 1871 aged 78 years.
Also Alice daughter of the above
who died March 15th 1900,
aged 67 years.
At rest.

Notes
Alice (1900) was buried as Alice Bullough

Sacred to the memory of
Margaret
second daughter of
Henry & Sarah McLaren
of St. Petersburgh
who died at Higher Hall, Leigh,
Jany. 16th 1864 aged 3 1/2 years.
Thou art come from my home to a mansion above
and my heart with deep anguish is riven,
yet why should I mourn for thee, child of my love,
when I know thou art happy in heaven.
Also of William Harper, grandfather of the above
who died Decr 21st 1864 aged 79 years.

In memory of
Ellen
wife of James Speakman,
of Atherton,
who died October 16th 1865
aged 44 years.
Also John William their son who died
April 24th 1867 aged 23 years.
Also of Thomas Speakman
Atherton, who died June 24th 1876
aged 78 years.
Also of Mary his beloved wife
who died June 26th 1876 aged 70 years.
Both interred June 28th.
Also
the above James Speakman
who died June 1st 1891 aged 71 years.
Also Ellen daughter of the above
James Speakman
who died May 30th 1922, aged 56 years.
Also Sarah, daughter of the above
James Speakman
who died June 18th 1931, in her 78 year

Notes
Thomas & Mary in Grave 140

In affectionate remembrance of
Bertha,
the beloved daughter of
George and Martha Ellison,
of Atherton,
who departed this life November 24th 1874,
aged 9 weeks and 5 days
Also Martha, the beloved wife of
George Ellison,
died August 18th 1886, aged 40 years.

In loving memory of
Henry Rigby
who died December 10th 1876
aged 58? Years
and Alice his wife who died
June 18th 1881 aged 35 years
Also Henry their son
who died March 21st 1875
aged 18 years.
Also George their son
who died May 22nd 1886,
aged 25 years.
Also Ellen Mary,
their youngest daughter, who died
February 12th 1919, aged 60 years.
Also Jane their daughter, who died
February 26th 1919, aged 64 years.
Also Maria Rigby,
their eldest daughter who died
February 12th 1934, aged 84 years.

Notes
George in Grave 144

Sacred to the memory of
Sarah Pearson
who died Nov
1st 1857 aged 88
years
Jane Pearson
youngest daughter
of the above
died 17th May 1865
aged 63 years.

In memory of
Lee Lawton who departed
this life February 17th 1859
aged 24 years
Also Ann daughter of
John and Martha Lawton
who died October 26th 1885
aged 1 year and 6 months
Also Annie their daughter
who died April 8th 1888 aged 2 years
Also Martha beloved wife of the above
John Lawton
who died February 25th 1913 aged 53 years
Also the above John Lawton
beloved husband of
Martha Lawton and only son of
the above Lee Lawton
who died July 5th 1934 aged 77 years

Notes
The bottom of the stone is illegible

Sacred to the memory of
Margaret Mary Montgomery
who departed this life on the 14th of
October 1865 in the 28th year of her age
Also Robert Montgomery
who died on the 6th of Febry. 1871
in the 34th year of his age.
Also Margaret Montgomery
mother of the above
who died on the 29th of Decr. 1880,
in the 72nd year of her age.

Sacred to the memory of
Joseph Warburton of Atherton
who departed this life November 21
1844 aged 65 years and was interred
at Saint John Church
Also of Elizabeth his wife
who died March 25 1858 aged 78 years
and was here interred.
Also of Thomas Warburton
their son who died Decr 8th 1894
aged 87 years.
Also of Alice wife of
Thomas Warburton
who died July 8 1880
aged 72 years.
Her children arise up and call her
blessed; her husband also and he
praiseth her. Prov. XXXI C.XXVIII V

In memory of
Anne wife of John Warburton,
of Mount Pleasant
Atherton who died August 28th 1865
aged 55 years.
Also of John Warburton
who died February 6th 1884
aged 81 years.
Also of Joseph Warburton
son of the above John Warburton
who died May 28th 1896
aged 61 years.

In memory of
Ada Fanny
daughter of
Thomas and Ellen Carr
who died May 26th 1865
aged 1 year
and Annie Emma
their daughter
who died December 17th 1865
aged 5 years and 9 months
Also Henry Carr
brother of the above
Thomas Carr
who died October 8 1863
age 41 years
and Ann Carr their sister
who died June 17th 1886
aged 68 years.

In memory of James Worrall Silvester of Atherton
who departed this life 1st October 1857 aged 63 years

In memory of
Herbert Edward
son of Thomas and Ellen Carr
who died September 23rd 1873
aged 5 years and 5 months
Also the above named
Thomas Carr
who died 28th May 1906,
aged 80 years
Also of the above named
Ellen Carr
who died 17th January 1908
aged 85 years.
James Worrall Silvester of Atherton

In memory of
Hannah, the beloved wife of
Frederick E. Rawlinson,
who departed this life August 3rd
1855 aged 27 years.
Also of Hannah, infant daughter of
the above, who died Decr. 4th 1855
aged 6 months.
and of John Rawlinson, brother of
the said F.E. Rawlinson who died
Septr. 23rd 1856 aged 44 years.
Also William Rawlinson, father of
the above John Rawlinson, who died
August 13th 1862, aged 71 years.
Also Mary the beloved widow of the
above William Rawlinson who died Decr
5th 1865 aged 75 years
who departed this life 1st October 1857 aged 63 years.

Notes
Burial place of the two Hannas & John not known

In loving memory of
Peter Fishwick,
died July 5th 1857,
aged 25 years.

In memory of
William Haslam
of Atherton, who departed this life
December 5th 1858, aged 60 years.
Also Lydia Haslam
his wife who died November 19th
1864 aged 64 years.
Also Ann Haslam
their daughter who died
May 20th 1870, aged 38 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Ellen Eckersley,
sister of Mrs Mary Collier,
who died on the 16th of May 1864
in the 58th year of her age.
John Collier Esqr.
….. of Atherton
died ……… 1865 aged 58 years.
Also… Mary Collier
who departed this life February 1st 1867
in the …… year of her age.

To the memory of
the late
Joseph Smith,
of Atherton
who died Decr. 29th 1858
aged 72 years.
James Collier,
died Septr. 9th 1864
aged 46 years.

Sacred to the memory of
John son of John and
Margaret MacKinnell, who
departed this life 7th September
1857 aged 17 years

Mary
born June 22nd 1888,
fell asleep May 22nd 1891.
Ellis
born 10th June 1885,
fell asleep Jany. 16th 1898.
Children of Adam and Martha Fletcher
Martha wife of Adam Fletcher,
born July 20th 1851,
fell asleep Jany. 10th 1908.
Adam Fletcher born Decr. 26th 1844,
fell asleep May 29th 1920.

In memory of
Mary Ann
widow of the late James Smith
of Atherton, who died June 7th 1860,
aged 46 years.
Also Thomas Norbury,
who died July 11th 1890,
aged 57 years.
Also Mary Elizabeth, wife of the above
who died May 5th 1912,
aged 74 years.
The souls of the righteous, are in
the hands of God.

Notes
Buried as Mary Elizabeth Blakemore

In loving memory of
Phoebe
Daughter of
Abel and Ann Ogden
who died August 12th 1881, aged 21 years.
Also Albert their son
who died August 13th 1881,
aged 4 years and 5 months.
Also Mary Ann their daughter
who died August 26th 1881,
aged 6 years and 11 months.
Thy purpose Lord we cannot see
but all is well that's done by thee.
Also Abel their son
who died November 14th 1881
aged 1 year and 7 months
Also the above Ann Ogden
who died December 11th 1909
aged 70 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Sarah
the beloved wife of James Ogden
who departed this life
April 28th 1875 aged 73 years
Also the above James Ogden
who departed this life
Sept 22nd 1882 aged 78 years
Also Henry, their son,
who departed this life
April 15th 1896 aged 67 years
Also Abel, their son,
who departed this life
May 16th 1898, aged 62 years.

In remembrance
of the late
Mr John Willcock
of Atherton
who departed this life
January 13th 1858
aged 68 years.
Also Mary wife of the above
who died February 7th 1879
aged 89 years.
Her end was peace.
Also William their son
who died August 14th 1878
aged 64 years.

In loving memory of
George Sydney
son of
Spencer A. and Emily West
died August … 1885
aged 11 months.
Also Spencer Arden West
died August 30th 1889
aged 29 years.
Also Emily, the beloved wife of the
who died July 16th 1918 aged 61 years
May they rest from their labours.
Also Arthur,
the beloved husband of Bertha Mangnall,
who died July 15th 1928, aged 48 years.

In memory
of the late
James Higson
of Atherton
who departed this life on the 11th
of January 1864 aged 62 years
Also of John Smith
of Millers Lane Atherton
who died 12th June 1906
aged 75 years.
Also of Betty Smith
wife of John Smith and daughter of
James Higson above named
who died 17th September 1906
aged 79 years

Sacred to the memory of
James Fielding
of Green Hall Atherton
who departed this life Octr. 8th 1861
aged 66 years.
Also of Mary his kind
and affectionate wife who died
at Southport, August 12th 1869
aged 73 years.
Also of John their eldest son
who died at Maryborough Australia
August 1855, aged 28 years.
Also of
William Lawson Fielding,
their third son, died Jany. 23rd 1872
aged 42 years.

Ellen Harrop
died November 18th 1883
aged 54 years.
I was a stranger

Here resteth
the body of Elizabeth
wife of Samuel Newton Esq.
of Atherton
who departed this life on
the 30th September 1857
aged 66 years.

Elizabeth Easter Halton
died July 20th 1883
aged 58 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Edith Annie
daughter of
Robert Charles and Annie Haworth
who died November 24th 1873
aged 2 years and 6 months
Also Frederick Charles,
their son who died December 15th
1873 aged 7 months.
Also Gertrude, their daughter
who died February 3rd 1877,
aged 5 months.

In loving memory of
Emma Mabel
daughter of
John Charles and Annie Carruthers
who died February 2nd 1883,
aged 2 years and 9 months.
Suffer little children to come unto me.
Also Thomas Herbert Carruthers
son of the above
who departed this life April 13th 1952,
aged 68 years.
Also Mary Ellen
beloved wife of the above
who departed this life July 28th 1957
aged 72 years.
At rest

In memoriam
Harry
born Sept 10th 1888
died August 14th 1889.
Also Fred
born January 17th 1893
died April 26th 1895.
beloved children of
Wright and Mary Ellen Prestwich
Also the above
Wright Prestwich
born Oct 21st 1863
died March 15th 1927
Also Wright Prestwich
grandson of the above
who died July 6th 1931
aged 2 days
Also the above
Mary Ellen Prestwich
born Sept. 28th 1863
died Nov. 25th 1940
Also to the memory of
Maud Prestwich
daughter of
Wright & Ellen Prestwich
& dearly beloved sister-in-law
of Muriel
who died
Feb 25th 1956

In memory of
John Norbury of Atherton
who died Febry 6th 1860
aged 40 years
Also Nancy Norbury his wife
who died Febry 5th 1905
aged 80 years
Thy will be done

Anne Wright,
died December 20th 1881,
aged 33 years.
Alice Unsworth,
died April 10th 1885,
aged 53 years.

Mary
wife of John Heyes
entered into rest
2nd Oct. 1877, aged 48 years.
Also John Heyes,
1st Sept. 1897, aged 68 years.
Also Sarah Ann,
widow of the above,
13th Oct. 1915, aged 74 years.
God grant them a joyful resurrection in
the great day, through Jesus Christ. Amen.

In memory of
Margaret
wife of Thomas Pennington
of Westhoughton
who died October 21st 1857,
aged 33 years.
Also
the above Thomas Pennington
who died July 3rd 1890,
aged 84? years.
Thy will be done
Also Betsy their daughter
who died May 3rd 1911,
aged 59 years.

Sacred to the memory of
Wright C. Prestwich, of
Atherton who died December 18th
1857 aged 21 years and 22 days
Also Ellen C. Prestwich,
who died September 29th 1857,
aged 2 years and 9 months.
Also James C. Prestwich
father of the above who died January
13th 1860 in the 44th year of his age.
Also the late Jane C. Prestwich,
who died July 3rd 1860, aged 10
years 5 months and 18 days.
Also Ellen C. Prestwich, relict
of James C. Prestwich, who died
April 6th 1864, aged 47 years.
Also John Prestwich
born July 19th 1847, died May 17th 1871.

Notes
James, Ellen (1864) & John in Grave 185

In affectionate remembrance of
Samuel Foulds
of this town
who died March 12th 1856
aged 77 years.
Also John his son who died
May 20th 1863 aged 52 years.
Also William his son
who died Decr. 20th 1867,
aged 51 years.
Also E.S. Foulds his daughter
who died Sepr 22nd 1876
aged 69 years.

Notes
William & Ellen in Grave 187. Ellen is from the Burial Register; her first name is illegible on the stone

In memory of
James C. Prestwich
who died March 20th 1862
aged 74 years.
Also Mary his wife who died
Feb 14th 1863 aged 75 years.
Also Alice their daughter
who died Novr. 27th 1889
aged 70 years.
So teach us to number our days that we
apply our hearts unto wisdom.
Also John Prestwich
son of the above Alice Prestwich
who died October 15th 1900
aged 58 years.

Notes
Alice & John in Grave 191

In loving memory of
Betsy
wife of George E. Holden,
of Moston near Manchester,
died Oct. 11th 1887, aged 33 years.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also William, the beloved husband of
Margaret Unsworth,
died Oct. 21st 1947, aged 72 years.
Also Margaret, the above named
died July 22nd 1955, aged 77 years.

In memory of
James, son of
William and Betsy Crippin
who died December 13th 1876
aged 28 years,
William Crippin
who died February 27th 1892
aged 73 years.
Betsy Crippin
who died July 4th 1897
aged 79 years.

In loving memory of
Edith Annie daughter of
Edwin and Sarah Manley
who died on the 16th of September 1885
aged 5 years and 6 months.
He giveth his beloved sleep.
Also the above Sarah Manley
who died on the 21st of October 1887
aged 45 years
and in ever loving memory of Ada
second daughter of the above
who passed away on the 13th of July
1890 aged 5 years and 3 months.
Them also which sleep in Jesus
will God bring with him.
Also the above Edwin Manley
who died on the 6th of December 1906
aged 65 years.
At rest

In loving memory of
Margaret
wife of
James Hampson
who died November 27th 1887,
aged 37 years.
Also Annie their daughter
who died 14th April 1888,
aged 7 years.
Cast here a look as you pass by,
if you're in health so once was I,
prepare in time make no delay,
I in my bloom was called away.
Also Sarah their daughter
who died July 10th 1889,
aged 1 year and 7 months.
Also the above James Hampson
who died July 11th 1907,
aged 70 years.
Also Alice daughter of the above,
who died Dec. 17th 1924 aged 48 years.

In loving memory of
William Hampson
who died Oct 19th 1887 aged 42 years
also Elizabeth his wife
who died Jany. 20th 1901, aged 55 years.
Also Ann the beloved daughter of the above

In affectionate remembrance of
Elijah Brown,
died Dec. 4th 1913,
aged 75 years.
Also
Margaret, wife of the above
died May 8th 1915,
aged 75 years.
Also
Sarah Ann, their daughter,
died Oct. 1st 1878,
aged 12 years.
Also
George, their son,
died April 19th 1880
aged 3 years.

In loving memory of
Cicely,
daughter of
John and Sarah Roberts,
who died October 8th 1883,
aged 31 years.
Also the above John Roberts,
who died January 13th 1894,
aged 70 years
Also Annie Roberts granddaughter
of the above who died September 19th 1899
aged 9 months.
Also Sarah wife of the above John Roberts
who died October 3rd 1909,
aged 84 years.
Also Robert Roberts, grandson,
who died September 19th 1899,
aged 9 months.
Also Eliza Veronica Roberts, granddaughter
who died January 30th 1918,
aged 19 years.

Agnes
the beloved daughter of
Thomas and Harriet Sale,
who departed this life November
3rd 1884, aged 22 years.
Also the above Harriet
who departed this life October
25th 1896, aged 64 years.
Also Hannah,
beloved daughter of the above
Thomas and Harriet Sale,
who departed this life February
21st 1902, aged 38 years.
Also the above Thomas Sale,
who departed this life November
6th 1905, aged 80 years.
Also John Sale who departed this life,
April 1st 1924, aged 64 years. At rest.
Also Reuben Sale who departed this life
October 8th 1935, aged 69 years.
Also Mary Alice Sale, who departed this life
December 28th 1935, aged 77 years.
Also Thomas Edwin Sale
died March 12th 1957, aged 84 years.

Notes
Harriet, Hannah & Thomas in Grave 316b

In loving memory of
Richard Rigby
who died February 13th 1889,
aged 52 years.
Also Mary, daughter of the above
who died November 2nd 1912,
aged 34 years.
Peace, perfect peace
Also Jane, wife of the above
who departed this life May 24th 1914
aged 77 years.
Thy will be done

In loving memory of
Joseph Booth,
who died 31st July 1888 aged 35 years.
Sweetly at rest
also Elizabeth his wife
who died 22nd June 1910 aged 59 years.
Peace perfect peace

Notes
Elizabeth Pemberton at burial

In loving memory of
Jessie Knowles
who died
August 6th 1887
aged 19 years and 11 months
Also John Knowles
nephew of the above who died
November 24th 1901
aged 6 years

Sacred to the memory of
George Orrell
who died July 8th 1867
aged 46 years.
Also Margaret his wife
who died November 2nd 1884
aged 58 years.
Also Frank Orrell,
grandson of the above,
who died August 12th 1889,
aged 11 months.

William Knowles
who died
December 28th 1872
aged 48 years.
Also Elizabeth Knowles
wife of the above who died
May 16th 1897 aged 65 years.
Also their grandchildren
William Leather
who died August 27th 1898
aged 13 months.
Also Fred Leather
who died January 21st 1899
aged 4 months.
Also Ellen Leather
who died July 23rd 1901
aged 4 days.

In memory of
Margaret
the wife of Millin Selby
born November 23rd 1790
died February 8th 1863
Also of Millin Selby,
who was for 35 years agent of
Lord Lilford's Lancashire estates
Born May 27th 1799
died May 1st 1870
Also of Atherton Thomas Selby
born October 5th 1835,
died December 4th 1895.
And of his wife
Ann Elizabeth Selby
born November 11th 1839
died January 11th 1902.
And of their youngest son
Atherton Millin Selby
born May 20th 1878
died March 26th 1910

Notes
Atherton Thomas & Ann Elizabeth in Grave 221

Kathleen McKee
born April 16th 1877
died August 5th 1877.

In loving memory of
William Barnes
who died 28th July 1884
aged 64 years.
Thy will be done
Also of Sarah wife
of Robert Crippin
and relict of the above?
who died …Dec 1892
aged 63 years.

William Rylands
who died on the 5th of Novr. 1863
aged 35 years.
A faithful and affectionate husband,
father and friend.
Also Sarah, his wife,
who died on the 1st of March 1900,
aged 76 years.

Richard Rothwell
son of
Thomas and Rebecca Bullough
who died August 16th 1886,
aged 11 months.
Also Maria Sharrock
who died February 22nd 1889,
aged 65 years.
Also the above
Rebecca Rothwell Bullough
born February 16th 1861,
died November 26th 1893.
They are dead and the grave has received
them
It was Jesus who called them away
They are gone and the Lord has received
them
from…..to the….of day.
Also Ann Amelia daughter of
Thomas and Amelia Bullough
born May 29th 1898, died October 2nd 1898
Also the above Thomas Bullough
born March 19th 1861, died June 2nd 1935.
Also the above Amelia Bullough, born May 21st 1858
died June? 6th? 1936?

In remembrance of
the late
Thomas Pratt,
of Atherton,
departed this life July 8th 1869,
aged 80 years.

Frederick Taylor
born Jany. 19th 1857
died May 19th 1915.
Also Betsy, wife of the above
born Augt. 3rd 1855,
died Novr. 3rd 1912.
Also Ernest, their son
born July 26th 1882,
died Feby. 24th 1883.
Also Alice, their daughter
born May 3rd 1884,
died Sepr. 21st 1885.
Also Anne, their daughter
born Decr. 29th 1890,
died Jany. 5th 1891.

In affectionate remembrance of
John Hodgkinson
of Atherton
who died August 31st 1870
aged 55 years.
Also Ann his wife,
who died April 19th 1891,
aged 72 years.
Also Maria
second daughter of the above
who died September 23rd 1880
aged 32 years.
Come to me.
Angels ever bright and fair
take oh take me to your care

In affectionate remembrance of
Richard Butler
who died October 23rd 1872
aged 48 years.
Also Maria his wife
who died January 19th 1889
aged 64 years.
Also Elizabeth Mercer
who died December 22nd 1907
aged 54 years.

In loving memory of
Elizabeth
wife of James Alldred
and daughter of
James and Sarah Croft
who died April 16th 1883,
aged 49 years.
……… daughter a faithful wife
she passed in peace
the closing gates of life.
Also James Croft who died July 16th 1894,
aged 86 years.
Also Sarah Croft who died August 1st 1894,
aged 81 years.

In loving memory of
Jane
wife of Edward Davies,
who died March 7 1883
aged 59 years.
Not dead but sleeping
Also of
Edward Davies,
who died Nov. 16th 1890,
aged 67 years.
Also of Elizabeth
wife of Edward Davies,
who died March 30th 1906,
aged 57 years.

In memory of
Hannah Bullough
wife of John Bullough
of Worthington Fold
Atherton
who departed this life
the 16th day of Sep. 1875
aged 44 years.
Also Ernest son of
John and Alice Bullough,
born the 10?th day of Oct. 1879
died Feb 16th 1886
and
Gertrude their daughter
born the 1st day of March 1886
died June 11th 1886
and Samuel their son
born the 1st day of Oct 1886
died Oct 27th 1886
All these plants grew and
were well watered but a storm
came ….. withered them all
Also the above
John Bullough
who died November 29th 1893
aged 63 years.

Robert
the beloved husband of
Alice Large,
who died October 27th 1913,
aged 63 years.
He resteth from his labours
Also Alice, the above
who died July 26th 1929
aged 79 years.
Also Jane,
The beloved daughter of the above,
aged 4 years.
Also George Edmund Large,
son of the above who died
March 13th 1919, aged 29 years.
After 4 Years Service for His
Country, in the R.G.A.
He nobly did his duty.

Notes
Jane's year from Burial Register

Large
Sacred to the memory of
Jane wife of Philip
died Oct. 11th 1875, aged 58 years.
Also the above Philip
died Oct. 17th 1885, aged 73 years.
Also their son John
died Dec. 28th 1902, aged 54 years.
Also his wife Nancy
died May 20th 1917, aged 69 years.
Also sons of John and Nancy
James
died Dec. 31st 1878, aged 7 months.
Philip
died Oct. 20th 1917, aged 40 years.
Edmund
died Sept. 8th 1954, aged 74 years.
Also Jane Higson Large
died Dec. 9th 1969, aged 85 years.

Notes
John Large in Grave 242

Thomas Lee, of Alder House, Atherton,
born February 14th 1819, at rest December 14th 1895.
Also Mary Lee his wife
born September 23rd 1832 died May 30th 1923

March 5th 1898
Donald
son of
Philip and Phyllis Fletcher
aged 8 weeks

In affectionate remembrance of
Thomas Hampson
died Feb 9th 1889 aged 61 years
Also Betty Hampson,
died Oct 18th 1901, aged 73 years
Also Mary Collard,
died June 24th 1880, aged 77 years.
Also James Giles Hampson
who departed this life
June 30th 1931, aged 65 years
Also Shirley Hampson
daughter of
Eric and Hilda Dickinson,
died April 26th 1935, aged 18 days

Notes
Mary Collard in Grave 240

In memory of
Alice Ann daughter of
John & Lydia Blakemore
who died May 7th 1876
aged 6 months.
Also of John their son
who died August 31st 1886,
aged 22 years.
and Herbert, son of
John and Margaret
Blakemore
who died March 4th 1890
aged 5 years & 7 months.
A voice we loved is stilled.
Also John beloved husband of
the above Lydia Blakemore
who died March 17th 1907,
aged 72 years.
Also Lydia, wife of the above,
who died January 17th 1924,
aged 89 years.

Notes
John (1886) & Herbert in Grave 250

In memory of
William Pasquill,
who died September 22nd 1876,
aged 51 years.
Also Ann, wife of the above
who died July 8th 1891
aged 63 years.
Also Alice, their daughter
who died Sepr. 23rd 1885
aged 26 years.
Also Samuel their son
who die Feby. 19th 1891
Aged 28 years.
Also Edwin their son
who died Jany. 8th 1908
aged 42 years.
Also Alfred Dawber their
son-in-law who died Feby. 3rd
1879 aged 23 years.
Also Jane Boardman
who died Nov 2nd 1931, aged 74 years

Notes
Samuel, Edwin & Alfred in Grave 252

Thomas Blakeley
of
Gib Field
who died March 16th 1878,
aged 85 years.
Also Sarah Jane
granddaughter of the above, and
daughter of John and Ellen Smith
who died October 21st 1878,
aged 3 weeks.
Also Mary Elizabeth
the beloved daughter of the above
who died January 9th 1899, aged 23? Years.
She hath waited patiently for the
coming of the Lord.
Also the above John Smith who died
August 1st 1900, aged 60 years.
Thy will be done
Also Ida Ellen, daughter of the above
who died February 10th 1908, aged 30 years.
Also Joseph Edmund son of the above
who died February 1st 1910, aged 29 years.
Also Ellen, the beloved wife of John Smith
who died July 31st 1927, aged 80? years.

Notes
John & Joseph Edmund in Grave 253

In memory of
Jesse Blakemore
who died August 27th 1904
aged 56 years.
Also Ann Blakemore wife of
the above who died June 10th 1928,
aged 79 years.
Also Thomas, son of the above,
who died June 24th 1883,
aged 10 years and 11 months.
Also Jesse and William,
children of the above
who died in infancy.

Notes
Year (1889) and age of Jesse from Burial Register

Sarah Jane Shaw
the beloved wife of John Shaw
who died March 19th 1907,
aged 54 years.
Also Margaret and Sarah children of the above
Also the above John,
who died March 10th 1928 aged 84 years.
Also Henry Parker
nephew who died
October 15th 1879
aged 21 years

Notes
Henry Parker in Grave 257

Thomas
son of
Samuel and Elizabeth Blakemore
who died June 13th 1881
aged 15 years.
Also the above Samuel Blakemore
who died Sepr. 10th 1907,
aged 66 years.
also Elizabeth his wife
who died May 2nd 1919,
aged 83 years.
Also his brother Joseph, who
died Decr 28th 1905, aged 68 years.
Also Mary Ann wife of Joseph who
died July 23rd 1906 aged 70 years.

Jane
wife of
John Aspinall Poole
who died June 18th 1881
aged 42 years.
Also of
John Aspinall Poole
who died March 6th 1884
aged 47 years.

In remembrance of
Ralph Unsworth
who died March 18th 1882,
aged 69 years.
Also Sarah his wife
who died February 2nd 1883,
aged 76 years.
Also Richard son of the above
who died on his homeward voyage
from India
February 5th 1865, aged 27 years.
Lord all pitying Jesu' blest
grant them thine eternal rest.
Also William Green son-in-law,
who died November 20th 1903,
aged 67 years.
Until the day break and the shadows
flee away.
Also Alice - widow - of the above
William Green and daughter of
Ralph and Sarah Unsworth,
born October 18th 1841,
entered into rest April 21st 1922.

In loving memory of
Margaret Ann,
beloved wife of
William Bullough,
who died April 30th 1882,
aged 33 years.
Also Hilda Hilton Bullough,
daughter of the above
who died April 1st 1883,
aged 1 year and 8 months.
Also Hannah Bullough,
who died May 24th 1866,
aged 52 years.
Also James Bullough,
who died Feby. 28th 1895,
Also the above William Bullough,
who died June 22nd 1900,
aged 53 years.

Notes
Hannah in Grave 1046

In Loving Memory of
Betsy Annie
daughter of
James & Jane Hagen
who died
28th Febry 1887, aged 8 years
Her end was peace
also Jane wife of James Hagen
who died Feb 17th 1890 aged 39 years
Thy will be done
also the above James Hagen
who died Sept 14th 1893, aged 41 years
also Ernest Alfred, beloved
son of the above, who was killed
in the Arley Mine on Shrove Tuesday,
March 2nd 1897, aged 15 years.
He was cut off as a flower that
bloometh.
also Frank, son of the above
and beloved husband of
Alice Hagen,
who was killed in action in France
during the Great War with Germany
on August 13th 1916, aged 31 years.
He died nobly for his country

In memoriam
Edward Dean
born 19th February 1854
died 24th August 1895
For so he giveth his beloved sleep.

In loving memory of
William Holliday
who died February 9th 1889,
aged 65 years.
Also Margaret Holliday
wife of the above
who died October 7th 1910,
aged 82 years.
Also William, son of the above,
died April 2nd 1923,
aged 59 years.

In remembrance of
Margaret
the beloved daughter of
Peter and Elizabeth Riley
who died August 30th 1878
aged 7 years and 6 months.
Also
Elizabeth their daughter
who died December 8th 1877
aged 6 months.
Also
Margaret their daughter
who died April 9th 1879
aged 5 months.
Also
Peter, the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Riley,
who died Sept. 18th 1914,
aged 42 years.
Also Peter beloved son of
Albert and Priscilla Riley
who died July 2nd 1937,
aged 16 years.
Also the above Albert Riley
who died April 28th 1938,
aged 41 years.
Also the ashes of
Priscilla Riley
the wife of Albert
who died Nov 11th 1993 aged 99 years

Notes
Elizabeth & Margaret (1879) in Grave 734

In loving memory of
Joseph Hindley
who died March 9th 1889,
aged 43 years.
This life is full of pain and grief
with care and trouble sore,
but they are blest who are at rest
with Christ for evermore.
Also Ann, wife of the above,
who died Sept. 9th 1924,
aged 76 years.
Ever in our thoughts.
Also Eric Green, grandson of the above
died Nov 14th 1917, aged 3 months.

In loving memory of
William Seddon
who died March 3rd 1885
aged 59 years.
Also Anne his wife
who died October 11th 1874
aged 52 years.
Also James Woodward
their grandson
who died June 14th 1890
aged 2 years and 5 months.
Also Samuel Seddon
their grandson
who died May 11th 1891
aged 1 year and 11 months.

In loving memory of
Sarah Holliday
died January 29th 1890 aged 3 years.
Also of
Henry Baxter Holliday
died November 5th 1905 aged 23 years.
Also of Elizabeth Holliday,
died February 3rd 1919 aged 67 years.
Also of Peter Holliday,
died September 25th 1941, aged 85 years
Also of Jane Holliday
died January 25th 1971 aged 90 years.
Also of Emily Holliday
died June 10th 1972 aged 88 years.
Also of Alice Holliday
died October 2nd 1975, aged 84 years.

In Loving Memory of
John
son of
James & Sarah Naylor
of Atherton
who died 30th Oct. 1873, aged 9 years.
also Elizabeth daughter of the above
who died 11th April 1893, aged 13 years.
They sleep in Jesus.
also the beloved daughter of the above
Martha Ellen, who died 29th March 1897
aged 20 years.
also Sarah, dearly beloved wife of
James Naylor,
who died 24th June 1907, aged 70 years
also the above James Naylor,
who died 4th Aug. 1909, aged 72 years
Life's race well run,
Life's work well done.
Life's coal well won
and now comes rest.
also Cpl. F.J. Holman 1/7 Lancs. Fus
grandson of the above who was killed in
action July 14th 1918 and was interred
in Bertrancourt Military Cemetery
North West of Albert, France
aged 26 years.

Notes
Sarah & James in Grave 278

In affectionate remembrance of
William Lee
who died April 16th 1881
aged 55 years.
Weep not he is not dead but sleepeth
Also of Ellen wife of the above
who died December 21st 1893,
aged 64 years.
Thy will be done
Also Alice Kay daughter of the above
who died June 9th 1904,
aged 47 years.

In memory of
Joan E Hartley
the beloved wife of
John E Hartley of Atherton
who departed this life May 20 1874
aged 18 years
Thy will be done
Also Alice Eckersley
who died May 28th 1877
aged 84 years.
Also the above
John Eckersley Hartley
who died April 26th 1884
aged 34 years

James Daniel
who died March 19th 1890,
aged 42 years.
and Emily his daughter
who died June 9th 1889,
aged 14 years.
Also two daughters of the above
who were interred at Tyldesley Church
Mary
who died September 26th 1874,
aged 2 years and 8 months.
Annie
November 21st 1874,
aged 1 year and 7 months.
Thy will be done
Also Margaret wife of the above,
who died February 27th 1898,
aged 48 years.
So sudden was the stroke, so heavy it fell;
such tender ties it broke. Dear mother
fare thee well.

Erected
In Loving Memory of
George Richard
youngest son of Edwin &
Mary Jane Seddon
(of Fazakerley, late of
Atherton.) 18th King's
Liverpool Regt. Killed at
The Battle of the Somme
July 1st 1916
Buried on the battlefield.
Aged 28 years.
Edwin Seddon,
Father of the above
Died June 7th 1924
Aged 73 years
Thy Will be done
Interred Everton Cemetery.
Herbert Seddon
Died Jany. 12th 1879
Aged 9 months
Gladys Harriet Hardy
Seddon. Died May 30th
1891, aged 2 years.
Nina Mabel Seddon,
died Novr. 6th 1893,
aged 3 years.
Ethel Alice Seddon,
died Novr. 3rd 1894
aged 19 years.

Notes
Nina & Ethel in Grave 290

In loving memory of
Sarah
the beloved wife of
Thomas Hilton
who died June 17th 1874
aged 29 years.
Also the above
Thomas Hilton
who died Jan 1st 1924
aged 79 years.
Also his wife
Sarah Elizabeth Hilton
who died April 5th 1927,
aged 82 years.

In ever loving
remembrance of
Hannah
the dear beloved wife of
John Walker of Atherton
who died July 22nd 1924,
aged 67 years.
There is a link death cannot sever
love and remembrance live for ever.
Also the above John Walker
who died Jany 18th 1931,
aged 73 years.
Always thoughtful, always kind,
a beautiful memory left behind.
Also Martha
mother of the above John Walker
who died May 7th 1886, aged 67 years.
Also Amelia and Frederick interred at Tyldesley
and Clifford children of the above
John and Hannah Walker
who died in infancy

Notes
Martha's surname is Topping in Burial Register

In memory of
Mary the beloved wife of
Edward Croston of Atherton
who died January 20th 1873
aged 46 years.
Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.

George Knowles
who died Sept. 13th 1909,
aged 59 years.
R.I.P.
Also Francis, son of the above
who died Nov 17th 1885, aged 1 year and ? Months
also Annie, daughter of the above
who died Oct. 9th 1893 aged 1 year and 7 months
Also Alice, Walter Aloysius & Peter
who died in infancy

Notes
Year & age for Alice, Walter & Peter are from Burial Register

In memory of
Alice
wife of William Ball
who died February 29th 1884,
aged 30 years.

In loving memory of
Hannah,
wife of John Hayes,
who died April 6th 1883,
aged 60 years.
A light is from our household gone
a voice we loved is stilled
a chair is vacant on our hearth
which never can be filled.
Also the above John Hayes,
who died December 11th 1893,
aged 73 years.
Also John Harrison Hayes,
son of the above who died
December 6th 1896, aged 32 years.
In the midst of life we are in death.
Also John Aldred
grandson of the above, who died
February 6th 1897, aged 13 months.

Notes
John Aldred in Grave 372

In loving memory of
Ralph
son of Richard and Jane Poole
who died August 27th 1884
aged 13 months.
Also of
Ralph Halton
their son who died December 14th 1884
aged 9 weeks.
Also of
Richard Poole who died June 7th 1891 aged 53 years
Also of Jane wife of the above
who entered into rest May 19th 1919, aged 74 years
Also of
Alice (Allie) Poole
their daughter
born March 3rd 1879
entered into rest
March 12th 1927
Also of
Norah Poole, their daughter
entered into rest 12th Sep. 1938
Also of
Edith Poole, their daughter
entered into rest 27th Nov. 1939

Notes
Jane in Grave 317

In memory of
Albert Woods
who died March 12th 1885,
aged 3 years and 7 months.
Gone but not forgotten.

In memory of
Richard Evans
who died April 20th 1884,
aged 24 years.
Also William,
the beloved husband of Alice Evans
who died January 29th 1901. Aged 44 years.
Also the above Alice Evans,
who died August 26th 1933 aged 67 years
Gone to eternal rest.

In loving memory of
S.E. Frowen,
who died Novr 4th 1884,
aged 9 years and 6 months.
Just as I am thou wilt receive,
wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, releive;
because thy promise I believe,
O Lamb of God I come

In loving memory of
Betsy
the beloved wife of William Woodward
who died January 1st 1898,
aged 57 years.
Also Ellen Woodward,
daughter of the above
who died May 28th 1877,
aged 10 years.
Also William Woodward,
husband of the above,
who died December 12th 1913, aged 72 years
Also William, son of the above
and beloved husband of
Hannah Woodward,
who died March 22nd 1945, aged 74 years.
Resting peacefully.

In loving memory of
Mary
Elizabeth
the beloved wife of
William Worthington,
who died April 7th 1935
aged 64 years.
Also Florence, Fred, Edna
William, Frank and Albert
who died in infancy.
Also Joseph West, died 1885.
aged 53 years.
Also Jane his wife died 1905.
aged 75 years.

Notes
Year & age of the infants are from Burial Register

In memory of
Oliver Partington
who died October 19th 1884,
aged 46 years.
Also Agnes his wife
who died September 15th 1891,
aged 53 years.

In loving memory of
Henry Ormerod
who died April 7th 1888,
aged 51 years.
Also George Henry
his son
who died Dec. 13th 1889,
aged 22 years.
Also Ernest his son
who died Nov. 14th 1892,
aged 12 years.
Also Mary Ann
his daughter
who died April 19th 1893,
aged 23 years.
Also Esther, wife of the above
Henry Ormerod
who died Jan. 26th 1929,
aged 90 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Ann
daughter of James and Mary Ann Rigby
who died April 24th 1884,
aged 19 years.
Mourn not for me whom God hath blest
and taken to my heavenly rest.
Also Ellen their daughter
who died July 7th 1889,
aged 22 years.
Also the above James Rigby
who died July 13th 1889,
aged 63 years.
and the above
Mary Ann Rigby
who died March 17th 1890,
aged 61 years.
Also Mary their daughter
who died February 9th 1893,
aged 42 years.

Notes
Richardson surname is from Burial Register

In loving memory of
Ellen wife of Robert Cunliffe
who died June 23rd 1888,
aged 43 years.
Also Robert Cunliffe
who died July 29th 1955,
aged 76 years

In loving memory of
Mary Alice
daughter of
Robert and Sarah Ann Grundy
born December 25th 1860,
died November 18th 1861.
Also Alice their daughter
born October 28th 1864,
died December 24th 1865.
The above were interred at Tyldesley church.
Also Robert their son
who died November 10th 1885,
aged 9 years and 6 months.
He put his hands upon them and blessed them.
Also Robert Grundy,
who died March 16th 1906,
aged 86? Years.
Also Sarah Ann Grundy
the beloved wife of the above
who died Sep 20th? 1919, aged 84 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Charles Henry,
the beloved son of
Charles and Lucy Jenkins,
who died 11th Nov. 1885, aged 3 years.
Also Lucy, the beloved wife of
Charles Jenkins,
who died 7th Aug. 1907, aged 56 years.
Also Charles Jenkins,
who died 28th Feb. 1927, aged 78 years.
Also Lucy, daughter of the above
and wife of Hugh Wright Taylor
who died 1st April 1904, aged 24 years.
Also Alice, daughter of the above
who died 15th July 1918, aged 46 years.
Rest in peace.

Amelia
wife of
Thomas William Gorse
who died December 30th 1887,
aged 24 years.
In the midst of life we are in death
also William the beloved son of
Thomas William & Hannah Gorse,
who died October 16th 1894,
aged 1 year & 7 months.
He shall gather the lambs with his arms.
also Thomas William Gorse
beloved husband of Hannah
relic of the above
who died May 16th 1930
aged 65 years
Rest in peace.
also Pte. James Gorse, son of the above
killed in action in France,
August 12th 1918 aged 32 years.
also Hannah, beloved wife of
Thomas William Gorse,
who died July 28th 1936 aged 72 years.

In memory of
Edward Hatton
who died January 18th 1883,
aged 36 years.
When I left home I little thought
my time so nearly run,
but ah! The Lord did call for me
ere that day's work was done.
Also Ellen wife of the above
who died March 10th 1894,
aged 42 years.
Also Ellen daughter of the above
who died December 20th 1883,
aged 4 months.
Also Mary daughter of the above
and beloved wife of Thomas Naylor
who died August 4th 1913,
aged 38 years.

In loving memory of
David Partington
who died
July 23rd 1889,
aged 52 years.
Also Maria, his wife
who died Jan. 11th 1913, aged 77 years.
Also Gertrude, daughter of
James & Maria Miller who died
Nov 6th 1897, aged 9 months.
Also Thomas their son, who died
Aug. 18th 1899, aged 9 months.

In loving memory of
Robert Seddon
who died
3rd Jan 1888, aged 51 years.
Boast not thyself of tomorrow for thou
knowest not what a day may bring forth
Also Jane beloved wife of the above
who died Febry. 10th 1920,
aged 79 years.
Also Alice
wife of William Wilson
and daughter of the above, who died
25th May 1913, aged 40 years.
Also Mary Thomason,
daughter of the above,
who died May 24th 1923,
aged 57 years.

In loving memory of
Mary Alice Farrington
who died Nov 27th 1934
aged 76 years.
also William C. Farrington
who died Dec 21st 1945,
aged 86 years.
also
William,
the beloved son of
William Connor &
Mary Alice Farrington
who died May 23rd 1910,
Aged 28 years.
also John Henry,
their son
who died May 17th 1888
aged 7 years.
also Edward,
their son
who died Jan 7th 1903
aged 5 days
In ever loving
Memory of
our dear son Charles
killed in France
Oct 3rd 1917
aged 33 years
A loving son most true and kind
no one on Earth like you we find
for all of us you did your best
may god grant you eternal rest.

In loving memory of
Richard Aldred
who died
19th Nov. 1886, aged 25 years.
The last shall be first.
Also James, father of the above,
who died 7th Aug. 1891, aged 51 years.
The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away,
blessed be the name of the Lord.
Also his wife Margaret Aldred,
who died 5th Nov. 1902, aged 73 years.
Also her brother James Meadows,
who died 24th Sept. 1918, aged 67 years.
Gone but not forgotten.

Notes
James Aldred in Grave 372b

Martha
wife of John Higson, of Hindsford
who was fatally injured
on the steamship Citizen J.,
on Sunday June 8th 1884,
at Battersea Bridge London,
and died Thursday June 12th 1884,
in St. Georges Hospital
Hyde Park Corner,
aged 39 years.
Afflictions sore short time I bore
physicians were in vain
till God did please to give me ease
and take away my pain.
Also Mary Pollitt,
mother of the above Martha Higson,
who died September 12th 1887,
aged 71 years.
Also the above John Higson,
who died April 19th 1894, aged 47 years.
Also Thomas Higson,
who died April 13th 1894, aged 69 years.

Notes
Thomas in Grave 823

In memory of
Joseph
son of
Edward Francis & Eliza Guest,
who died July 7th 1871, aged 14 months
interred at Lower Copnal churchyard.
Also Esaias, their son who died
November 23rd 1886, aged 3 months.
Also Eliza, their daughter,
who died October 14th 1900,
aged 17 years and 11 months.
She sweetly sleeps in Jesus.
Also Samuel, their son,
who died June 8th 1902, aged 21 years.
His end was peace.
Also Joseph Henry, their son,
who died June 19th 1904,
aged 18 years and 8 months.
Forever with the Lord.
Also Eliza, beloved wife of the above
who died December 15th 1909,
aged 60 years.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also the above Edward Francis Guest,
who died June 2nd 1923, aged 73 years.
Rest in Peace

Notes
Eliza (1909) in Grave NG 1777

In loving memory of
William Gregson
born August 14th 1846,
died January 15th 1898.
Thy will be done
Also Elias son of the above,
born May 18th 1882 died July 24th 1882
Also John William son of
the above born November 9th 1883,
died May 20th 1884.

In memory of
Mary
the beloved wife of
John Hodson
who died Jan 17th 1913,
aged 56 years.
Also John, their son
who died Feb. 12th 1882,
aged 1 year.
Also Edith, their daughter
who died Sep. 16th 1882,
aged 9 weeks.
Also John, their son
who died Sep. 20th 1885,
aged 2 years.

Sophia
wife of Thomas Crook who died
March 23rd 1899, aged 59 years.
Also Amy their daughter who died
January 15th 1867, aged 2 years.
Also Pharaoh their son who died
March 6th 1868, aged 6 months.
Also Mary Ellen their daughter
who died October 14th 1874,
aged 2 years.
Also Thomas their son who died
December 21st 1876, aged 3 years.
Also Henry their son who died
December 18th 1882, aged 2 years.
Also Daniel their son
who died December 18th 1889,
aged 23 years.
Also John beloved husband of
Sushannah Crook,
who died Oct 5th 1901 aged 40 years.

Notes
Graves of Amy, Pharoah & Mary Ellen not recorded in register. Thomas in Grave 247. Henry in Grave 383. Sushannah is as carved in stone

Dorothy
the beloved daughter of
Allen and Alice Partington
who died May 9th 1905,
aged 27 years.
Also the above Allen Partington
who died August 28th 1911,
aged 61 years.
Rest in Peace
Also the above named Alice,
who died March 3rd 1912,
aged 60 years.
Also John their son who died
Feby. 14th 1883, aged 13 months.
Also John, their son who died
Sept. 26th 1886, aged 4 months.
Also Jane, their daughter
who died April 11th 1908,
aged 24 years.
Gone but not forgotten.

In loving memory of
Elizabeth,
the beloved wife of
Benjamin Ensor,
died March 23rd 1913, aged 56 years.
Also George, their son
died Feby. 22nd 1888, aged 10 months.
Also Charles Allen their son
………………..

Notes
Stone is broken. This is all that is visible

In loving memory of
Henry Thomas Hodgkinson
M.R.C.V.S.
of Rochdale
who died 24th of June 1883 in the
27th year of his age.

James Critchley
who died August 2nd 1883,
aged 72 years.
and of Jane his wife
who died February 19th 1891,
aged 80 years.
Also Dorothy their daughter
who died April 21st 1898,
aged 63 years.
Also Jane their daughter
who died July 24th 1918,
aged 79 years.
Also Anne their daughter
who died June 16th 1929,
aged 67 years.

Notes
The Burial Register records her as Dorothy Boardman spinster

In loving memory of
Elizabeth the beloved wife of
Thomas Lee,
Died Feb. 4th 1893, aged 31 years.
Also Thomas the above named,
died Sept. 18th 1927, aged 68 years.
Also Hannah daughter of the above,
died Dec. 24th 1888 aged 2 years & 4 months.

Notes
There at least two more illegible names at the base of the monument

James Thorpe
of Atherton
who died through injuries received at the
Victoria Pit, 17th Sept 1890,
in his 44th year.
Safe in the arms of Jesus.
also Alice Banks beloved wife of the above
James Thorpe
who died May 12th 1921, aged 70 years.
also Mary Elizabeth daughter of the above
who died Aug 5th 1870, aged 6 months
also Annie daughter of the above
who died May 30th 1877 aged 12 months.
also Elizabeth daughter of the above
who died Nov 23rd 1887 aged 1 year & 3 months.
Thy will be done.
also Harry Kenwright grandson of above
who was killed in France.
Sept 8th 1918, aged 21 years.
Rest in peace.

In loving memory of
Mary Worthington
died July 1886, aged 42 years.
Also Henry her son
died Aug. 5th 1934, aged 66 years.
Also Mary Margaret, beloved wife of Henry,
died Jan. 7th 1944, aged 72 years.
Abide with me.

Ethel Pemberton
who died September 25th 1886,
aged 1 year and 6 months.
Also Peter Pemberton
who died March 22nd 1895,
aged 60 years.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also Betsy daughter of the above
who died October 5th 1896,
aged 29 years.
Rest in peace.
Also Susannah,
wife of the above Peter Pemberton,
who died March 8th 1915,
aged 78 years.
Sadly missed.
Also John Pemberton.
who died June 27th 1931, aged 67 years.
Though death divides fond memories cling.
Also Mary Ann Pemberton,
who died April 9th 1942, aged 67 years.
Sleeping.

In affectionate remembrance of
John
the son of
George and Phoebe Partington
who died July 13th 1882,
aged 14 years.
The voyage of life's at an end
the mortal affliction is past
the age that in heaven we spend
for ever and ever shall last.
Also the above Phoebe
wife of James Eaton
who died November 4th 1896,
aged 54 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Rosannah
wife of Thomas Lythgoe
who died November 18th 1882,
aged 25 years.
also Moses, their son
who died November 15th 1882,
aged 5 days.
Also Thomas Lythgoe,
who died April 9th 1932,
aged 71 years.
Also Elizabeth, his 2nd wife
who died December 20th 1932,
aged 73 years.

In loving memory of
Eliza
wife of
John Critchley,
who died 21st July 1898, aged 32 years.
Also James & Ellen
twin children of the above
who died 23rd Nov 1893, aged 28 days.

In loving memory of
William Taylor
who died Nov. 26th 1924,
aged 66 years.
Also Sarah Ann, his beloved wife,
who died Feb. 11th 1925,
aged 65 years.
Also William, their son,
who died May 17th 1914,
aged 27 years.
Blessed are they which die in the Lord
for they rest from their labours. Rev. XIV.XIII.
Also Herbert, their son,
who died Sep. 4th 1884,
aged 3 months.
Thy will be done
Also Emily, the beloved wife of
William, (Junr.) who died
Oct. 26th 1937, aged 47 years.
Re-united.

In loving memory of
Ann
the beloved wife of
Samuel Bullough
who departed this life
February 24th 1888, aged 32
years. Also their infant son
William
who died February 23rd 1888.
Also the above
Samuel Bullough,
who died March 4th 1924,
aged 61 years.
Also Martha, wife of the above
who died September 12th 1931,
aged 68 years.
At rest.

In loving memory of
Matthew Higson
who died November 4th 1888,
aged 71 years.
Also Alice his wife
who died November 14th 1890,
aged 73 years.
Also Hannah, wife of James Higson
who died October 31st 1917,
aged 54 years.
Also the above James Higson
who died Sept. 24th 1939,
aged 78 years.
Also Edith Higson,
daughter of the above
who died May 1st 1961,
aged 58 years.

Ellen
wife of
William Parr
who died February 11th 1892,
aged 68 years.
Also the above
William Parr who died
June 4th 1897, aged 73 years.
Also Mary their daughter
and wife of Matthew Higson
who died Novr. 24th 1925,
aged 70 years.
Also the above
Matthew Higson
who died Aug 20th 1927,
aged 70 years.

In loving memory of
Richard Morris
who departed this life
February 9th 1907
aged 73 years.
Also Dorothy
the beloved wife of
Richard Morris
who departed this life July 10th 1903
aged 66 years.
Also Thomas son of the above
who departed this life Feby. 18th 1881
aged 5 years.
Also Dora daughter of the above
who departed this life March 2nd 1881
aged 9 years.

In loving memory of
Joseph Deakin,
who died
January 25th 1887, aged 42 years.
Also Joseph Heaton,
grandson of the above
who died May 19th 1890, aged 7 months.
Also Emma Heaton
who died 2nd Dec 1896, aged 1 year & 10 months.
Also Richard Heaton, who died 30th Dec 1899,
in his 3rd year.
Also John Willets,
who died March 8th 1912, aged 65 years.
Also Jane, his wife,
who died Oct. 2nd 1915, aged 68 years.

In loving memory of
Edward,
son of
Thomas & Ann Marsh,
who died 27th July 1886, aged 21 years.
In the midst of life we are in death.
Also Elizabeth, their daughter,
who died 22 Sepr 1894, aged 27 years.
Also Eliza, their daughter,
who died 5th April 1901, aged 24 years.
Also the above Ann Marsh,
who died 16th March 1905, aged 66 years.
Also the above Thomas Marsh,
who died 6th April 1905, aged 70 years.

Lord
In loving memory of
John Thomas
died June 7th 1931
aged 75 years.
Also Mary Ann his wife
died June 11th 1925
aged 66 years.
Also Harry, their son
died Sep. 25th 1886,
aged 2 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Mary Alice
wife of
Thomas Preston
and daughter of
William and Cathrine Halliday
who departed this life June 1st 1881,
in the 19th year of her age.
Thy will be done
Also the above William Halliday
who died Aug 12th 1887, aged 50 years.
Also Catherine, wife of the above
William Halliday,
who died May 8th 1901, aged 61 years.
With Christ which is the better.

Notes
William in Grave 464

In remembrance of
Richard Beaver
who died March 20th 1882,
aged 44 years.
Also Arthur,
son of Richard and Mary Harrison
and grandson of the above
who died February 18th 1887,
aged 13 months.
Also Isabella, wife of John Smith,
and relict of the above,
who died July 8th 1898, aged 62 years.

Joseph
the beloved husband of Betsy Roberts,
who departed this life Augst. 17th 1902
in his 56th year.
Also Sarah Elizabeth daughter of the above
who departed this life April 3rd 1885,
aged 3 years.
Also the above Betsy Roberts,
who departed this life May 2nd 1919,
aged 74 years.
Also Frank the beloved
husband of Mary Alice Morris
who passed away Sep 28th 1935,
aged 53 years.
Worthy of remembrance
Also the above
Mary Alice Morris,
who passed away Dec 29th 1948
aged 71 years.
Re-united

In loving memory of
Rachel
wife of
John Farrington
who died
February 7th 1888,
aged 62 years.
Also Charles Edward
their son
who died May 14th 1888,
aged 19 years.
Thy will be done
Also John Farrington
husband of the above
who died June 28th 1905,
aged 76 years.
Also John, son of the above
Rachel & John Farrington
who…..

Notes
The lower part of the stone is obscured by a slate with the words From staff & friends

In loving memory of
James Mills
who died
November 23rd 1880,
aged 61 years.
And Betty his wife
who died April 16th 1891,
aged 66 years.
Also James Birt
grandson of the above
who died August 23rd 1887,
aged 5 years.
Also William Birt
grandson of the above
born September 28th 1899
died March 20th 1900.
Also Alice beloved wife of
Richard Birt, who died
August 5th 1908, aged 47 years.
Yes! She's gone but sweetly sleeps
where none need anxious vigils keep,
her little bark has reached the shore
where sickness cannot waste her more.
Safe folded on her saviour's breast,
she's passed into eternal rest.
Peace perfect peace.
Also the above Richard Birt,
who died May 26th 1939, aged 82 years.

Nancy daughter of
James and Mary Ann Prescott
who died April 2nd 1892
aged 4 years and 6 months.
Also
William Thomas and James
their sons
who died October 22nd 1891
aged 13 days.
The Lord gave and the Lord taketh
away, blessed be the name of the Lord.
Also the above
Mary Ann Prescott,
who died April 26th 1900,
aged 35 years.
Also Mary Ann,
daughter of the above
who died December 21st 1920,
aged 24 years.
Also the above
James Prescott
who died January 17th 1945,
aged 77 years.

Notes
Twins William & James in Grave 654

In loving memory of
Ann
daughter
of William and
Esther Ainsworth Collange
who died
August 18th 1887,
aged 6 years.
Jesu lover of my soul
let me to thy bosom fly.

Elizabeth
daughter of Septimus and
Esther Whittingham
who died December 7th 1886,
aged 11 weeks.
Also Hannah their daughter
who died September 4th 1891,
aged 8 years.
Thy will be done
Also Thomas Ernest their son
who died September 5th 1892,
aged 6 months.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also Septimus Whittingham,
father of the above children,
who died December 18th 1921,
aged 69 years.

In loving memory of
William, son of,
James and Ann Thompson,
who departed this life March 1st 1881,
aged 3 years and 10 months.

Ever Loving Memory
of
Louisa
the dearly beloved wife of
Joseph Harrison
who died April 10th 1920,
aged 66 years
a loving mother, and a true wife
also the above Joseph Harrison
who died July 12th 1931,
aged 78 years.
Oh Rest in the Lord.
Also William
son of the above
who died Feby 21st 1882
aged 9 months.
Also Ann,
Daughter of the above,
who died Decr 17th 1885,
aged 6 years.
Also to the dear memory of
Pte. James Gorse,
Son in Law of the above
1st Batt. Lanc Fus. Killed in action
in France, Augt. 12th 1918,
aged 32 years,
Until the Day Breaks.

In loving memory of
Mary Helen
wife of James Croft,
who died May 25th 1891,
aged 39 years.
Not my will O Lord, but thine be done.
Also James Croft, the above named
who died Febry. 17th 1910,
aged 76 years.
For 27 years organist and choirmaster
at Atherton Parish Church.
Also 37 years band-master of the
1st Vol. Batt: Manchester Regiment.

Margaret,
beloved wife of
William Boardman
died 29th Oct 1886,
aged 24 years.
Also William
the above
died 5th April 1901
aged 38 years.

In loving memory of
Ellen
wife of
Henry Counsill
who died
August 25th 1888,
aged 44 years.
Also
Margaret their daughter
who died February 15th 1888,
aged 21 months.
Also Elizabeth Bent
daughter of Alice Counsill
formerly Bent died March 4th
1892, aged 10 years.
On Earth we suffer grief and pain,
on Earth we meet to part again.
in Heaven we'll part no more.

In memory of
Richard Hope
of Atherton
who died December 22nd 1873
aged 59 years.
He rests in peace
Also Mary Hope his wife
who died May 9th 1890
aged 77 years.
Also Ellen Alldred
who died November 21st 1940,
aged 85 years.

In loving memory of
Thomas Bullough
who died October 12th 1886
aged 65 years.
Also Elizabeth,
the beloved wife of the above
who died January 9th 1901,
aged 77 years.
At rest.
Also Richard Calland son of
Peter and Betsy Calland
of Higher Green Astley
who died August 31st 1909
aged 34 years.

In loving memory of
Lily
daughter of
Joseph and Francis Fanny Fisher
who died
February 20th 1888,
aged 13 months.
She is not dead but sleepeth.
In loving memory of
Peter Weaver
the beloved husband of
Sarah Weaver
who died Oct 6th 1928,
aged 69 years.

Sarah Ann daughter of
Charles and Mary King
of Oundle who died Jan
30th 1896, aged 51 years.
Also Charles King who died
July 16th 1881, aged 6 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
John Critchley,
of Two Porches,
who died February 27th 1889,
aged 69 years.
Also Martha, his wife,
who died September 13th 1892,
aged 70 years.
Gone but not forgotten.

In affectionate remembrance of
Peter Critchley
who died October 11th 1882,
aged 61 years.
Gone but not forgotten.

In loving memory of
Mary Kate
daughter of
James and Mary Reynolds
who died
October 9th 1887,
aged 2 years and 9 months.
Weep not dear parents, be content.
For I to you was only lent,
the Lord hath only done his due,
and very soon may call for you.
Also Mary wife of James Reynolds
who died Aug 31st 1909,
aged 63 years.
Also George Reynolds,
who died Dec. 21st 1927,
aged 88 years.
Also Joseph grandson.
Also their grand-daughter Elizabeth
who died in infancy.

Eliza Thomas
who died Nov 6th 1898
aged 38 years.
Also John B. Thomas
who died May 21st 1901?
aged 83? years

James Miller
of Atherton
who died July 14th 1903
aged 60 years.
Also Ellen, his wife,
who died Feby. 7th 1905,
aged 60 years.
Also of Walter son of
James and Ellen Miller,
who died Septr. 28th 1880
aged 2 years.
Also of Thomas, their son
who died July 28th 1899
aged 28 years.
And was interred in Belle Vue
Cemetery. Allegheny. C.O.P. America
Also of Albert, their son
who died April 26th 1903
aged 28 years.

In loving memory of
James Hope,
who died October 4th 1881,
aged 65 years.
Grieve not for me, my days are past,
so long for you my love did last,
Grieve not for me, but comfort take,
and love each other for my sake.
Also James Hope,
husband of Mary Ann Hope,
and son of
Richard and Mary Hope,
who died July 18th 1893,
aged 39 years.
Gone but not forgotten.

In loving memory of
Margaret,
the beloved wife of
James William Pasquill,
who died Nov. 11th 1890,
aged 26 years.
Also Arthur their son
who died in infancy.
Also James William,
husband of the above
who died Jan. 31st 1951,
aged 88 years.
Also Edith Bowker,
daughter of the above
who died July 7th 1953,
aged 65 years.

Notes
Date and age of Arthur from Burial Register

In loving memory of
Alice daughter of
daughter of
Edward and Hannah Riley
who died April 1st 1881,
aged 1 year and 6 months.
Also Alice their daughter
who died May 27th 1882,
aged 4 months.
Also William their son
who died August 15th 1887,
aged 1 year and 5 months.
Also James their son
who died November 15th 1887,
aged 4 years and 7 months.
Also Mary their daughter
who died November 18th 1887,
aged 3 years and 4 months.
These lovely buds so young and fair
called hence by early doom
just some to show how fair such flowers
in paradise would bloom.

In remembrance of
Joseph Hatton,
farmer, Atherton, who departed
this life October 28th 1875,
aged 76 years.
Also Amelia wife of the above
who died June 7? 1880 aged 84? Years.
Also Arthur son of
Joseph and Margaret Smith
who died August 8th 1877 aged 2 months.

In affectionate remembrance of
Joseph Smith
of Atherton
who died May 21st 1880
aged 45 years.
Not lost but gone before.
Also Margaret, wife of the above
who died March 20th 1918,
aged 82 years.
The Lord shall give thee rest.

Rock of Ages
In loving memory of
Robert Parker,
of Atherton
who departed this life
Decr. 15th 1891, aged 37 years.
Also Mary Jane, his beloved wife
who departed this life
Dec. 30th 1938, aged 88 years.
Jesu joy of mens desiring
Also L… Parker daughter of the above
……………………

In loving memory of
Alice Ann
daughter of
John & Elizabeth Mullineaux
who died Sept 26th 1880, aged 23 years.
She lived beloved and died lamented.
Also Elizabeth, the above
who died Jan. 4th 1900, aged 56 years.
Also James Fearnley,
who died Jan 14th 1889, aged 75 years.
Also Alice his wife,
who died Nov 16th 1886, aged 65 years.

In loving memory of
John Alldred,
who died February 1st 1888,
aged 76 years.
Also Ann, wife of the above John Alldred,
who died January 24th 1905,
aged 88 years.
Also Ann, wife of Thomas Alldred,
who died December 9th 1885,
aged 31 years.
Also Thomas Alldred,
who died Sept. 16th 1927,
aged 79 years.

Notes

In loving memory of
James Holland
son of
William & Annie Bailey
of Atherton
who died 30th Aug. 1886, in his 8th year
Also Emma their daughter,
who died 29th Dec. 1886, aged 9 months
Also William their son,
who died
23rd March 1890, aged 2 years & 11 months
Also Annie daughter of the above
who died 6th May 1893, aged 5 months

In loving memory of
Matty Stretch
born October 15th 1827,
died November 5th 1887.
Also John Stretch
son of the above
who died October 24th 1933,
aged 78 years.
Also Ann Stretch,
wife of the above John.
who died June 7th 1942,
aged 77 years.
Also Hilda,
Daughter of the above
John and Ann Stretch,
who died July 24th 1962,
aged 66 years.

Arthur Worthington
who died May 10th 1891,
aged 52 years.
of Pemberton late of Atherton
Also Mary, wife of the above,
who died March 17th 1899,
aged 55 years.
Thy will be done
Also Isaac Worthington
who was killed at the Wood
End Colliery explosion,
Bedford, on August 13th, 1886,
aged 40 years.
Also Isabella his wife,
who died Jan 20th 1904,
aged 57 years.

In loving memory of
William Sinar
who died
December 31st 1887,
aged 42 years.
Also Charles his son
who died December 26th 1885,
aged 1 year and 9 months.
and Rebecca his daughter
who died April 10th 1886,
aged 8 years.
Also Agnes beloved wife of the above
who died January 30th 1922,
aged 67 years.
She called upon the Lord and he heard.

Notes
Charles & Rebecca buried in a Common Grave

John
son of
William and Deborah jay
who died May 13th 1878, aged 5 months.
Also Ellen Ann their daughter
who died December 18th 1887,
aged 19 years.
Also the above Deborah Jay
who died February 19th 1890,
aged 49 years.
Also the above William Jay,
who died November 27th 1911,
aged 81 years.
Also James Jay, their son,
who died May 17th 1916,
aged 50 years.

Notes
John Jay's grave not recorded

In loving memory of
Isaac Crooks
who died July 4th 1900,
aged 47 years.
Also Emma wife of the above
who died Dec. 29th 1912,
aged 66? years.
And Clara daughter of the above
who died December 17th 1887,
aged 2 years and 3 months.
Peace is made through our Lord
Jesus Christ.
Also Alice daughter of the above
who died October 30th 1886,
aged 14 years.

In loving memory of
William Leyland
who died 19th March 1876,
aged 57 years.
Also Ellen his wife,
who died Sep 7th 1886,
aged 63 years.
Also Ellen Leyland
the beloved wife of
Richard Leyland
who died April 3rd 1925,
aged 74 years.
At rest.
Also the above Richard Leyland
who died Nov. 10th 1930,
aged 81 years.
also William,
son of Richard Leyland,
who died Sep. 20th 1933,
aged 62 years.
Also John, Percy & Frank children of
Richard & Ellen Leyland
who died in infancy

Notes
The infants are in Grave 532 and their death year and ages from the Burial Register

In loving memory of
Elizabeth, daughter of
James & Esther Gregory,
who died April 20th 1891,
aged 6 years and 9 months.
Also James their son,
who died May 14th 1891,
aged 3 years & 6 months.
Also Ellen, their daughter,
who died May 15th 1891,
aged 1 year & 2 months.
Also Harry, their son,
who died 25th Jan 1908,
aged 1year & 8 months.
Also Arthur, their son,
who lost his life by fishing
Sep 15th 1908, aged 15 years.
Also the above James,
who died April 15th 1939,
aged 78 years.
Also Esther, wife of the above,
who died Oct. 21st 1942,
aged 80 years.

In loving memory of
Joseph
the beloved husband of
Jane Boardman
who died March 8th 1901, aged 49 years
Also Eliza, their daughter,
who died Jany 31st 1886, aged 2 years.
Also William, their son,
who died Feby 14th 1890, aged 6 months.

Thy will be done
James
son of
John & Sarah Seddon of Atherton
who died 22nd Dec 1885 aged 6 months
Also Alice their daughter
who died 30th Nov 1890, aged 3 years
Also Thomas their son
who died 21st Feb 1930, aged 46 years
Also John, the above named
who died 18th Feb 1933, aged 73 years.
Also the above Sarah Seddon,
who died 30th Jan 1942, aged 77 years

In loving memory of
James Albert
son of
James and Fanny Ridings
who died
October 23rd 1887,
aged 3 years and 9 months.

In loving memory of
John Parkinson,
who died Feby. 27th 1895,
aged 46 years.
Farewell, dear wife, I've gone before.
My love to you can be no more,
love my children they'll be your friend,
the time is short, and soon will end.
Also Margaret, wife of the above,
who died Novr. 14th 1910,
aged 60 years.
Also James, son of the above
who died Novr. 11th 1886,
aged 2 years and 8 months.
Also Charlie, son of the above,
who died May 11th 1891,
aged 12 years and 9 months.

In memory of
Catherine
wife of William Green
who died November 8th 1887,
aged 65 years.
also the above William Green
who died September 27th 1890,
aged 61 years.
Be ye also ready for in such an hour
as ye think not the son of man cometh.
Also of Ann Green
relict of the above
who died Feb 4th 1899,
aged 62 years.
Also James Green,
beloved husband of Sarah Green,
who died Feb. 9th 1949,
aged 72 years.

In loving memory of
Abraham Darbyshire,
died Jany. 6th 1889, aged 68 years.
Also Maria, his wife
died Decr. 1st 1890, aged 68 years.
Also James, their grandson
died Augt. 30th 1892, aged 3 years

In loving memory of
John Thomas
son of
John and Nancy Bracegirdle
who died March 20th 1884,
aged 8 months.
Jesus called a little child unto him.
Also the above
John Bracegirdle who died
October 24th 1896, aged 38 years.
Also Nancy granddaughter of the above
John and Nancy
and dear beloved daughter of
Herbert and Mary Alice Bracegirdle
who died April 29th 1917 aged 13 months
Thy will be done
Also of John Taylor, grandson of the above
John and Nancy Bracegirdle,
who died January 9th 1920 aged 2 years and 5 months
Also Nancy wife of the above
John Bracegirdle
who died December 22nd 1935 aged 78 years

In loving memory of
William Berry,
who died Dec. 5th 1917,
aged 64 years.
Also Betsy,
wife of the above
who died April 30th 1933,
aged 80 years.
Also Sarah Ellen,
daughter of the above
who died July 12th 1884,
aged 2 years and 8 months.
Also William
son of the above
who died Jan. 15th 1951,
aged 71 years.
Also Ada Berry,
daughter of the above
who died March 24th 1956,
aged 80 years.
Also John,
son of the above
William and Betsy Berry
who died July 7th 1963
aged 86 years.

In loving memory of
Mary Jane
wife of
Stanley Riley
who died June 7th 1890,
aged 33 years.
Also Frank Orchard
their son who died
September 4th 1884,
aged 9 weeks.
Also
Maggie their daughter
who died July 12th 1886,
aged 6 months.
Also Stanley their son
who died May 22nd 1891,
aged 4 years.
Also
Stanley Riley
who died October 31st 1899,
aged 42 years.
Also
Helena their daughter
who died November 27th 1900,
aged 19 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Peter Dootson,
of Atherton, who departed this life
December 24th 1868;
aged 47 years.
Afflictions sore long time I bore
physicians where [sic] in vain
till God hath pleased to give me ease
and free me from my pain.
Also Albert, son of Albert R.
and Jane Dootson,
born May 12th, 1879,
died January 16th, 1881.

James Holcroft,
who died
January 18th 1882, aged 39 years.
Also Alice his wife, who died
July 18th 1888, aged 50 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Joseph the son of
James & Ann Short of Atherton
who died April 8th 1877 aged 8 weeks
and Edith their daughter who died
April 10th 1881 aged 2 years & 8 month
Also Mary Hannah their daughter
who died April 28th 1881
aged 5 years & 10 months
Not my will but thine be done.
Also Ann the beloved wife of
of the above James Short who died
May 19th 1883 aged 33 years.
Also Nellie daughter of Thomas and
Sarah Mazey and granddaughter of
the above born 24th February 1906
died 6th January 1907.
Also James husband of the above Ann Short
who died March 12th 1918 aged 72 years.
With Christ.
Also Thomas, husband of Sarah Mazey
who died May 12th 1949, aged 76 years.
Also Sarah Mazey, wife of the above
who died July 1st 1953, aged 80 years.

Notes
Joseph & Edith in Grave 736

Ann
wife of
John Thomason
who died
March 19th 1889,
aged 45 years.
Also Joseph William their son
who died December 3rd 1877,
aged 7 months.
Also John Thomason
husband of the above
who died July 1st 1917,
aged 73 years.
Also Florence Thomason,
daughter of the above
died May 5th 1951,
aged 72 years.
At rest.

In remembrance of
John Eckersley,
who died May 26th 1880,
aged 70 years.
Also Mary, his wife,
who died March 27th 1887,
aged 72 years.
Grieve not for me, my days are past,
so long for you my love did last,
Grieve not for me, but comfort take,
and love each other for my sake.
Also James, their son,
who died December 4th 1902,
aged 66 years.
Also of Elizabeth Eckersley,
daughter of the above
who died April 12th 1920, aged 67 years.
Also Alice, daughter of the above
John and Mary Eckersley,
who died Feb 23rd 1927, aged 86 years.
Rest in peace.

In loving memory of
John Whittle
of Atherton
who died Sept 7th 1900 aged 73 years.
Also Betsy wife of the above
who died Jan 20th 1898 aged 67 years.

In memory of
Ellen Chadwick,
who died October 30th 1885,
aged 16 years.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his
only begotten son, that whoever believeth
in him should not perish, but have
everlasting life. John III.16.
Also Margaret Chadwick,
mother of the above,
who died 24th May 1898, aged 62 years.
Asleep in Jesus.
Also John Chadwick son of the above Margaret
who died Decr 18th 1900, aged 28 years.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also John the beloved son of
James & Margaret Chadwick,
who died Novr 1st 1914, aged 6 years.
Thy will be done.

In memory of
Rachel
beloved wife of
Joseph Edge
who died April 4th 1883,
aged 35 years.
Also Joseph their son
who died October 23rd 1890,
aged 21 years.
Also Joseph Edge
who departed this life March 27th 1903,
interred March 31st 1903,
aged 52 years.

In memory of
Esther Maud
daughter of
William and Esther Rhoden
who died December 18th 1883,
aged 7 weeks.
Also William their son
who died September 13th 1884,
aged 6 years.
Tis not for age that here I lie,
friends, prepare yourself to die;
I in youth was snatched away,
when God calls we must away.
Also Esther the beloved wife of
William Rhoden who died Aug 24th 1919
aged 75 years.
Also the above William Rhoden,
who died February 21st 1920,
aged 77 years.
Also John, son of the above,
who died October 19th 1927, aged 55 years.
Rest in peace.

In memory of
Joseph Morris
who died
June 11th 1883, aged 50 years.
Dear is the spot where now he sleeps
and sweet the strains which angels pour
oh why should we in anguish weep
he is not lost but gone before.
Also Ann his wife
who died July 20th 1893
aged 53 years.
Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.
Also Alfred, grandson of the above
and son of James and Sarah Ann Wintle
who departed this life May 12th 1904,
aged 5 years and 2 months.
Gone but not forgotten.

In loving memory of
Thomas Seddon
who died December 10th 1889,
aged 60 years.
Also Elizabeth, the
beloved wife of the above
who died January 7th 1907,
aged 79 years.
Also Ellen Heaton,
daughter of the above,
who died Oct. 26th 1926,
aged 64 years.

In loving memory of
Ellen
daughter of
Joseph & Alice Farnworth
who died
12th Jan 1886, aged 5 years & 8 months.
Also John Smith their son
who died Jan 8th 1889 aged 4 years.
Also the above Joseph Farnworth
who died 26th Oct 1896 aged 40 years
Also Jane beloved daughter of the above
who died May 21st 1921 aged 27 years.
At rest.
Also Alice Farnworth
who died Nov 5th 1925 aged 69 years.

In affectionate remembrance of
Elizabeth Ellen,
the beloved daughter of
James & Esther Speakman,
who died April 6th 1892, aged 15 years.
Also the above James Speakman,
who died April 2nd 1902, aged 61 years.
He rests from his labours.
Also the above Esther Speakman
who died Jan 6th 1923, aged 82 years.
In thy presence is fullness of joy; at
thy right hand there are pleasures for
evermore. Psalm XVI
Also Ann Jane Speakman
daughter of the above
who died January 7th 1951, aged 86 years.
Thou wilt show me the path of life,
and at evening time it shall be light.

In remembrance of
Ellen
the beloved wife of
Richard Bradshaw,
who departed this life
January 24th 1876, aged 48 years
and was interred in Atherton Cemetery on the 29th.
Dear husband and children dry your tears,
for you I've laboured many years,
I always strove to do my best,
and now I'm going to take my rest.
Also of the above Richard Bradshaw
who died Sepr 13th 1878, aged 50 years.

In loving memory of
Margery Bradshaw
who died
May 2nd 1891, aged 64 years.
Her end was peace.
Also Lily Rothwell,
who died March 9th 1878, aged 4 years
Also Ellen, wife of John Houghton
who died June 19th 1904, aged 34 years.
Also John Houghton, son of the above
who died December 27th 1904, aged 6 months
Also Frank Rothwell,
who died December 15th 1911, aged 5 months.

In remembrance of
Susanna the beloved daughter of
William & Susanna Roberts,
of Atherton, who died June 16th 1873,
aged 12 years.
Also Simeon their son who died
November 27th 1857, aged 2 days.
Also the above Susanna Roberts
who died May 23rd 1897,
aged 63 years.
Also William Roberts beloved husband of the above
who died November 29th 1905,
aged 74 years.
Also James son of the above,
who died July 15th 1912,
aged 48 years.

In memory of
Mary Ann
wife of
William Pilkington
who died January 30th 1888
aged 32 years
Gone but not forgotten.
Also the above William Pilkington
who died Oct 25th 1918 aged 63 years

In memory of
Robert Low Duff
who died January 4th 1893
in his 69th year
Also Jane, relict of the above
who died September 9th 1901,
aged 62 years.
Also Fanny, wife of
Albert R. Henthorn, who died
Feb 7th 1915 aged 60 years.
Also Albert Reddish Henthorn
who died Augst 19th 1921
aged 71 years.
At rest.

James, the beloved son of
Richard & Betsy Latham.
who departed this life Febry 7th 1877
aged 4 years and 8 months.
Also Bertha Worthington,
grand daughter of the above
died April 29th 1899, aged 3 years.
Also the above Richard Latham,
who died March 12th 1917, aged 67 years.
At rest.
Also the above Betsy Latham,
who died Dec 26th 1920, aged 69 years.
Rest in peace.
Also Alice Latham, daughter in law the above
and wife of Richard Latham Junr.
who died Oct 25th 1944, aged 50 years.
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.
Also the above Richard, beloved husband of
Alice Latham,
who died April 15th 1966, aged 71 years.

In loving memory of
John Dalton
late of Cumberland
who died May 8th 1893 aged 34 years.
Not forgotten.
Also George son of the above,
who died Aug 8th 1925,
aged 33 years.

In loving memory of
James Woodward
who died
August 3rd 1896,
aged 33 years.
Thy will be done.
Also Hannah, wife of the above
who died April 22nd 1913,
aged 47 years.
Peace perfect peace.

In loving memory of
Margaret France
who died September 20th 1887
aged 68 years.
Also Alice wife of Richard France
who died February 3rd 1902
aged 58 years.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also the above Richard France
who died July 19th 1914
aged 65 years.
Also John, son of the above,
who died May 20th 1935
aged 54 years.

In loving memory of
James,
son of James and Betty Kay,
who died June 8th 1892,
aged 35 years.
Also the above James Kay,
born August 12th 1822,
died February 28th 1896.
Also Betty Kay,
born June 25th 1822,
died March 1st 1899.
Also Jane Kay daughter of the above
born August 1st 1854,
died February 21st 1911.
In loving memory of
Mary Alice Kay,
born April 21st 1865,
died November 22nd 1921.
Also Eliza Kay,
born June 3rd 1860,
died December 19th 1933,
aged 73 years.

Notes
The monument comprises two polished black stones laid flat, side-by-side

May 7th 1892
Mary Ann Owen
entered into rest
aged 46 years.

In loving memory of
John Higson
who died January 30th 1886,
aged 75 years.
This life is full of pain and grief
with care and trouble sore
but they are blest who are at rest
with Christ for evermore.
Mary Dalton,
who died June 6th 1899,
aged 79 years.
Also John Dalton, son of the above
who died November 10th 1911aged 56 years.
Thy will be done.
Also Mary Dalton
beloved wife of the above John Dalton
who died December 5th 1935
aged 82 years.

In loving memory of
Albert,
son of
Richard & Mary Jane Charleson,
who died Nov 26th 1891 aged 2 years & 2 months
Also Elizabeth, their daughter
died Aug 12th 1918, aged 24 years
Also Mary Jane
wife of Richard Charleson,
who died March 11th 1926, aged 63 years.
Not my will O Lord but thine be done.

In loving memory of
Edward Sandelands
who died Feb 12th 1892, aged 35 years.
In the midst of life we are in death.
Also Frank Sandeland
the beloved husband of
Ida Mary Sandeland
died March 16th 1961, aged 69 years.
Rest in peace.

In loving memory of
Jane,
the beloved wife of
James Thompson, of Atherton,
who died July 1st 1889,
aged 55 years.
Also the above James Thompson,
who died September 23rd 1894,
aged 61 years.
Also Sarah Ann, their daughter
who died Sepr 1st 1890,
aged 25 years.
Also Alfred Laithwaite,
who died June 11th 1941,
aged 76 years.
Also Mary Jane Laithwaite,
wife of the above
who died September 30th 1942
aged 74 years
In the midst of life we are in death.
Also Elijah Thompson, son of the above died July 1890
Also James Thompson, grandson, died Nov 1897

Notes
Elijah & James (1897) in Grave 639; their ages from Burial Register

In memory of
William Southern
of Atherton, who died Decr 16th 1865,
aged 39 years.
Also Elizabeth his daughter who died
June 8th 1866, aged 5 months.
Also Hannah Betley who died
March 17th 1925, aged 13 years & 9 months.

In loving memory of
Richard
son of
John and Betty Hilton
who died March 7th 1879
aged 1 year.
Also Mary their daughter
who died October 29th 1891
aged 15 years.
Rest in the Lord.
Also the above Betty Hilton,
who died November 21st 1905,
aged 55 years.
Never forgotten.
Also John Hilton,
husband of the above
who died January 20th 1929aged 75 years.

In memory of
Evan Jones, who died March
7th 1857, aged 79 years.
Also Elizabeth, wife of Evan Jones,
who died April 14th 1865, aged 83 years.
Also William son of the above
died June 11th 1880,
aged 77 years.
Also Elizabeth, daughter of John
and Elizabeth Blakemore, who died
May 23rd 1889, aged 8 years.

In memory of
Walter
the beloved son of
Thomas and Dorathy Blakemore
who died November 8th 1864
aged 6 years & 1 month.
Also the above Thomas Blakemore
who died June 27th 1894
aged 73 years.
Also Dorothy his wife,
who died Jan 19th 1901,
aged 81 years.
At rest.
Also George, Henry & Elizabeth,
sons and daughter of the above,
Thy will be done.
Erected as
a token of esteem
by the members of the
Atherton Conservative Club
and friends.
In memory of
the late Thomas Blakemore,
who for many years acted
as treasurer and took a great
and active interest in the
above named club and the
conservative cause in general.

Notes
The Atherton Conservative Club memorial is on a separate stone near Thomas Blakemore's grave