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

The Pretoria Pit Disaster
(No.3 Bank Pit, Hulton Colliery, Westhoughton)
21st of December 1910

Here follows a transcript of the known memorial inscriptions (MI) of those who perished in the Pretoria Pit disaster of 21 December 1910. The location of the gravestone is also recorded, but this may not be the actual place of burial. The victims are identified by a link which takes you to the data on that person (including burial details), in the list of individuals.

In loving memory of
Peter
the beloved son of
Mary Alice Anderton
who died Nov 15th 1900
aged 23 years
Also William the beloved son of the above
who died Dec 21st 1910
aged 15 years.

In loving memory of
William Lees
the dearly beloved son of
John and Sarah Ascroft
who lost his life
in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 14 years
In the midst of live we are in death
Also Sarah the above named
who died March 8th 1929 aged 57 years
At rest.
Also John her beloved husband
who died June 9th 1930 aged 62 years
Until the day dawns

In loving memory of
John Thomas Aspden
aged 37 years
Also Walter Aspden
aged 28 years
Also Arthur Aspden
aged 21 years
The above died Dec 21st 1910
Gone but not forgotten

In loving memory of
Elizabeth
the beloved wife of Joseph Scoble
who died May 23rd 1889, aged 39 years
Also of the above
Joseph Scoble
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery Disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 53 years
Also Joseph E Atherton their grandson
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery Disaster
Dec.21st 1910 aged 14 years
Also Sarah Davies
the beloved daughter of the above
who died Nov 7th 1911
aged 25 years

In loving memory of
John the beloved husband of
Annie Austin
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 36 years
Gone but not forgotten

In loving memory of
James
the beloved son of
Joseph and Eliza Baker,
who lost his life
in the Pretoria Collliery explosion
on Dec. 21st 1910, aged 25 years.
Also the above Joseph Baker,
who died Oct. 23rd 1918,
aged 70 years.
Also the above Eliza Baker,
who died Feb 9th 1929
in her 82nd year.

In loving memory of
Thomas infant son of
William and Sarah Balforn
who died May 21st 1876
Also John their son
who died Feb 12th 1878 aged 9 months
Also Mary Elizabeth their daughter
who died Jan 12th 1880 aged 13 months
Also the above William Balforn
who died Oct 2nd 1895 aged 42 years
Also Fred son of the above
who died Dec 21 1910 aged 30 years
Also Percival
the beloved husband of Sarah Monks
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 37 years
In the midst of live we are in death
Also Sarah wife of the above
who died March 7th 1929 aged 74 years
Thy will be done

In loving memory of
Enoch Arthur,
the beloved husband of
Ethel Bates,
who lost his life in the Hulton
Colliery disaster Decr. 21st 1910,
aged 23 years.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also a dear husband and father
Enoch Bates
died Nov. 22nd 1938,
aged 76 years.
Interred at Shoeburyness.
A soldier of Christ.
Also Florence his dear wife
re-united Jan 29th 1945,
aged 82 years.
Through faith we conquer.
Also Albert Royse
died Oct. 1st 1958,
aged 72 years.
Safe in the haven of love.
Also Mary Caroline
his beloved wife
who died May 16th 1982, aged 98? years.
Mizpah

In loving memory of
(Joe) Joseph Grundy beloved son of
James Stephen and Mary Horrocks Battersby
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 16 years
Dear is the spot where he is laid,
Dear is the memory that shall never fade.
Also the above Mary Horrocks Battersby
who died May 27th 1952 aged 80 years
At rest.

In Loving Memory of
John Baxter
Beloved Husband of Alice Baxter
Who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit Explosion
On December 21st 1910 aged 58 years
Also Alice wife of the above
died May 21st 1934 aged 79 years
Re-united
Also Samuel their son and beloved husband of
Jane Ellen Baxter
Who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit Explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 24 years
Also William Brumby adopted son of
John and Alice Baxter
Who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit Explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 37 years
Also Edith daughter of the above
Samuel and Jane Ellen Baxter
who died October 17th 1911 aged 14 months
'Christ will clasp the broken chain
closer when we meet again'

In loving memory of
Israel Bennett aged 24 years
Also Thomas Bennett aged 22 years
Also Henry Bennett aged 20 years
Also William Bennett aged 17 years
The above were killed in the Hulton Colliery Disaster
December 21st 1910
Also Thomas, father of the above and the
beloved husband of
Alice Bennett
who died January 26th 1917 aged 63 years
Also Alice the above named
who died Nov.27th 1945 aged 87 years
Thy will be done

In loving memory of
James the beloved son of
James and Mary Berry
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit explosion
Dec 21st 1910 aged 21 years
In the midst of Life we are in Death
Also James the above
who died Oct 18th 1917 aged 69 years
Thy will be done
Also Mary the above
who died March 29th 1923 aged 79 years
At rest.
Also Keziah their daughter and beloved wife
of Robert Hargreaves
who died Nov 30th 1926 aged 47 years
Peace, Perfect Peace

In loving memory of
Henry the beloved son of
Henry and Alice Blundell
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 38 years
Also Elizabeth their daughter
who died Oct 2nd 1898 aged 18 years
Thy will be done
Also Henry the dearly beloved husband of
Alice Blundell
who died May 20th 1929 aged 81 years
Also Alice the above fell asleep
August 28th 1930 aged 80 years
Father in Thy gracious keeping,
Leave we now our Loved Ones sleeping
Also Ellen, their daughter aged 6 weeks
Also Mary Jane their daughter aged 1 year 8 months
Also John their son aged 6 months

In loving memory of
John the beloved husband of
Alice Boardman
who was killed in the Pretoria Pit explosion
Dec 21st 1910 aged 32 years
Also Alice the above
who died May 1st 1939 aged 70 years
Also Alice daughter of James and Mary Jane Johnson
who died Nov 13th 1917 aged 9 months
Also Elizabeth the beloved wife of
William Stewart who died Aug 25 1957 aged 54 years
Also William the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Stewart who died Mar 21 1934 aged 33 years
Rest in peace
We know not the day nor the hour
when the Son of Man cometh

The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away
In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Alice Boardman
who died Jan 13 1902 aged 57 year
Also Alice the above named
who died March 2nd 1920 aged 72 years
Also Mary Ann their daughter
who died Jan 3rd 1891 aged 18 years
Also Elizabeth their daughter
who died Nov 1st 1895 aged 22 years
Also James their son
who died April 23 1899 aged 23 years
Also Walter their son who lost his life in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910 aged 28 years

In loving memory of
William Alfred
the beloved husband of Margaret Bond
who lost his life at the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21 1910 aged 28 years
Also the above Margaret
who died Sept 11 1953 aged 72 years
Also William their son
who died March 21 1902 aged 11 months
Peace, Perfect Peace
With loving gratitude

In loving memory of
William Bradley aged 50 years
Also John Bradley aged 20 years
The above lost their lives in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
In the midst of Life we are in Death
Also Elizabeth the above named
who died July 7th 1934 aged 69 years
Resting

In Loving Memory of
John
the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Bullough
who died December 21st 1910
aged 56 years
Also Adam their son
who died December 21st 1910
aged 28 years
'We cannot Lord, Thy purpose see,
But all is well that's done by Thee'
Also Nellie, Grand-daughter of the above
and the beloved daughter of
Joseph and Sarah Ellen Bullough
who died April 14th 1914 aged 5 years
'At Rest'

In loving memory of
Fountain
The dearly beloved husband of
Sarah Ann Byers
Who lost his life in the
Hulton Colliery disaster
and died Dec 22nd 1910
aged 33 years
In the midst of live we are in death
Also Sarah Ann the above named
who died April 11th 1936 aged 58 years
Rest in the Lord

In loving memory of
Alfred aged 49 years
the beloved husband of Mary Alice Calderbank
Also Robert their son aged 23 years
Also Fred aged 26 years
the beloved husband of Sarah Ann Dootson
The above lost their lives in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
In love they lived, and in death are not divided
Also Mary Alice Calderbank
who died April 18th 1921 aged 61 years
Also Sarah Ann Buckley a dear mother
died August 31st 1958 aged 73 years
From a dear sister Edith, U.S.A.

In loving memory of
James, second son of
Thomas and Ellen Calderbank
who died Feb 28th 1896 aged 55 years
At Rest
Also William the dearly beloved husband of
Mary Calderbank who died Sept 24 1909 aged 52 years
Thy Will be done
Also William, son of the above
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 21 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Mary the beloved wife of William Calderbank
who died Dec 21st 1937 aged 79 years

In loving memory of
Orlando Chadwick
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 42 years
A faithful friend on earth
Also Mary the beloved wife of John Chadwick
who died Dec 30th 1914 aged 79 years
Peace perfect peace
Also Lilly Elizabeth Worthington, sister of the above
Orlando and wife of Levi Worthington
who died May 22nd 1946 in her 73rd year
Well earned rest and one of the best
Also Samuel Stanley Chadwick, brother of the above
who died Dec 28th 1946 aged 76 years
Also John Chadwick
who died Sept 2nd 1899 aged 78 years
Also Annie Bessie Chadwick
who died August 27th 1899 aged 23 years

In loving memory of
Maurice Chetwynd died 28th Sept. 1991
aged 47 years
Also Terence Chetwynd died in infancy
also Arthur Chetwynd
Died 21st December 1910 aged 26 years

In loving memory of
Richard,
the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Clayton,
who died Dec. 21st 1910,
aged 51 years.
In the midst of Life we are in Death.
And was killed in the Hulton
Collierly [sic] disaster.
Also
Ada, daughter of
Richard & Elizabeth Clayton,
who died Novr 6th 1888,
aged 1 year and 6 months.
Safe sheltered from the storms of life.
Also Elizabeth,
beloved wife of the above
who died April 6th 1924,
in her 65th year.
Thy will be done.

In loving memory of
Ambrose the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Ann Coffey
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 24 years
Rest in Peace
Also Pte Peter Turner the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Ann Turner the above
who died May 16th 1915 from wounds received at
the battle of Ypres aged 35 years
Interred at Prisoners cemetery, Germany
Also Elizabeth Ann Rathbone
died July 19th 1961 aged 72 years

In Loving Memory of
Frederick Coffey who died Dec 21st 1910
aged 38 years
Gone but not forgotten
Also George the beloved son of
Frederick and Harriet Coffey
who died Sept 22nd 1909 aged 1year 9 months

In Loving Memory of
John the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Coffey
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 28 years
'In the midst of Life we are in Death'
Also Frederick, son of the above,
who died Dec. 28th 1908 aged 1 year 11 months.
'Sweet Rest in Heaven'
Also Annie, daughter of the above
who died Jany. 25th 1912
aged 2 years and 6 months
'Too dearly loved to be forgotten'
Also David Lunn
who died Jan 21st 1931 aged 76 years
also Mary Ann his beloved wife
who died May 4 1933 aged 75 years

Of your Charity, Pray for the
Repose of the Soul of
Patrick the beloved husband of Jane Connolly
Died Dec 24th 1910 aged 58 years
Also Jane the above named
who died Dec 20th 1936 aged 83 years
Also William their beloved son
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 16 years
Also Francis William the beloved son of
Patrick and Mary E Creedon
and grandson of the above
who died Jan 26th 1925 aged 7 weeks
On whose Souls Sweet Jesus have Mercy
R.I.P.

In loving memory of
Thomas Henry the beloved husband of
Harriet Eliza Coop
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 28 years
We cannot Lord Thy purpose see,
but all is well that's done by Thee
Also Ruth daughter of the above
who died Oct 28th 1911 aged 11 months
Peace perfect peace
Also Ellen Redway
who died June 13th 1967 aged 74 years

In loving memory of
Robert the beloved son of
William and Sarah Cope
who was killed by explosion in the Pretoria mine, Hulton
Dec 21st 1910 aged 19 years
Also Sarah beloved wife of William Cope
who died Aug 3rd 1925 aged 75 years
Not gone from memory, nor from love,
but to our Father's home above.
Also the above William Cope
who died May 4th 1927 aged 75 years
Peace perfect peace
Also Pte George Victor O'Neil
son of George and Maud O'Neil
of the 1st & 5th Loyal N.Lancs Regt.
who lost his life in Belgium
June 7th 1915 in his 18th year
Now he sleeps in the arms of Jesus
A British Soldier at Rest

In loving memory of
Samuel Cowburn
who lost his life at the Hulton Colliery
disaster Dec. 21st 1910, aged 55 years.
Also Ruth his beloved wife
who was interred at St Bartholomews Church
Westhoughton
Also Sarah? their daughter
....Norman their grandson...

Notes
The stone is partly buried and illegible

In Loving memory of
William Cowburn
the beloved husband of Elizabeth Cowburn
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 42 years
Also Robert, son of William & Elizabeth Cowburn
who lost his life in the same explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 17 years
Safe in His keeping
Also Elizabeth, beloved wife of William Cowburn
who died Feb 9th 1923 aged 51 years
Peacefully at Rest
Also Alice
The beloved wife of James Green and daughter
of the above, who died March 18th 1920 aged 28 years

In loving memory of
Mark aged 22 years
and Samuel aged 31 years
The beloved sons of William and Ann Critchley
Who lost their lives in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21 1910
At Rest
Also Elizabeth the beloved wife of John Helm
who died Sept 24th 1937 aged 72 years
Also Mary Ellen beloved wife of James Helm
died June 9th 1932 aged 47 years
Dearly loved

In loving memory of
Timothy Croston
died August 12th 1890 aged 4 years
Also Ralph Croston
who was killed in the Pretoria Pit explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 25 years
Lost to sight, but to memory ever dear.
Also Rachel Croston
who died August 8th 1916 aged 27 years
Also Margaret Croston aged 64 years

William the beloved husband of Ellen Croston
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 38 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Ellen Travis
who died Jan 26th 1957 aged 81 years
Also Eliza, their daughter
who died Nov.18th 1908 aged 18 days
Thy will be done
Also James Travis
who died Oct 6th 1932 aged 57 years
At Rest
Annie Twist
1910 - 1985

Robert Curwen
Born Mar 1815
Died June 4 1891
Alice, wife of above
Born Jan 6 1813
Died Feb 4 1893
Marion
Died 1 month old Christmas 1880
Bradley Curwen
Born ? 1853
Died Feb 1878
William Curwen
Born Mar 14 1847
Died Dec 30 1896
Emma, wife of above
Born May 26 1851
Died Dec 11 1901
Jessie Curwen
Died 4 days old, midsummer 1882
Elizabeth Curwen
Born Feb 18 1839
Died Oct ? 1905
? Ellen Curwen
Born April 15 1856
Died at ?Blido, Sweden, July 15 1905
Margaret Jane Fa(?)
James Curwen
Born Dec 31 1857
Died Mar 28 1938
Robert Clifford Curwen
Born 27th Jany. 1891
Died 21st Decr. 1910
Henry Curwen
Born ?th July 1845
Died ?th Novr. 1919

In loving memory of
Joseph
the beloved husband of
Sarah Ann Darlington
who died December 21st 1910
aged 26 years
In the midst of life we are in death

In loving memory of
Henry
beloved husband of
Leah Dootson,
who lost his life in the Hulton
Colliery disaster December 21st 1910
aged 24 years
Also Annie the beloved wife of
James Swift
who died March 23rd 1925
aged 31 years.
Also James
beloved husband of the above
who died May 28th 1969
aged 81 years.
Re-united

In loving memory of
John Thomas
The beloved husband of Annie Dootson
who entered into rest Dec 21st 1910
aged 26 years
Also Esther, beloved mother of the above
Also Annie beloved wife of the above John Thomas
who entered into rest Feb 12th 1940 aged 56 years
Also John Dootson
Died 23rd Feb 1981 aged 74 years
and Esther Guy died 28th Feb 1981 aged 71 years
Also Eunice Dootson
died 11th March 1984 aged 76 years

In loving memory of
Samuel Dootson
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 30 years
Also Rachel daughter of the above
who died April 23rd 1932 aged 22 years
Also Charles Seddon
who died Oct 27th 1942 aged 65 years
Also Ann the above who died Jan 31st 1965 aged 91 years
Until the day breaks and the shadows flee away

Denis the beloved son of
Patrick & Mary Ellen Dorcey
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 14 years
Rest in Peace
A light has from our household gone
A voice we loved is still
A place is vacant in our hearts
Which none can ever fill

In loving memory of
Anthony Doxey
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 18 years
Gone but not forgotten
Mary Ellen Doxey
Joseph Doxey
In memory of Jane Winward died in U.S.A
At Rest

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Jane Doxey
who died Feb 6th 1901 aged 44 years
Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord
Also Jane the above named
who died Dec 29th 1931 aged 72 years
Also Esther Jane their daughter
who died Oct 29th 1891 aged 6 months
also Harold their son
who died March 29th 1901 aged 7 months
Also Harry their son
who died Dec 21 1910 aged 23 years
Also Samuel their son
who died Dec 21 1910 aged 25 years
The last two named were killed in the Hulton
Colliery disaster
Also Walter son of the above and beloved
husband of Annie Doxey
Killed in action on July 1st 1918 at
Aveluy, France aged 34 years
Greater love hath no man than this,
than a man lay down his life for his friends.
Love's last gift, remembrance.

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved husband of
Martha Ann Dunn
who lost his life at the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 34 years
Also Martha Ann the above
who died Jan 5th 1922 aged 44 years
Peace at Last
Also Elizabeth Williamson who died
Jan 8th 1898 aged 1year and 9 months
Peace, perfect peace

In loving memory of
William
the beloved son of
Richard & Alice Dyke,
who was killed at Pretoria Pit explosion
Decr. 21st 1919, aged 39 years
We shall meet again

Of Your Charity Pray for the Soul of
James
the beloved husband of
Jemima Eccleston
who died December 21st 1910
aged 60 years
Also Jemima wife of the above
who died March 27th 1912
aged 62 years
Also James their son
who died December 21st 1910
aged 31 years and was interred
in Tyldesley Cemetery
Also William, their son
who died December 21st 1910
aged 20 years
'Rest in Peace'

In loving memory of
John George
dearly beloved husband of
Florence Fanny Emmett
who entered into rest Aug 1 1905 in his 53rd year
His end was peace
Erected to the loving memory of
Leonard the beloved son of the above
who died Dec 21st 1910 in his 19th year
Sleep dearest, sleep and take your rest,
for you are numbered with the best.
Also Florence Fanny Emmett the above named
who died Oct 17th 1924 aged 68 years
At rest
Also Isaac Ernest their son
who entered into rest Aug 3rd 1891 aged 11 months
Also James Edgar their son
who died Jan 24th 1921 aged 23 years
Also Florence Ann their daughter
who died May 3rd 1914 aged 35 years

In loving memory of
Roland Evans
who was lost in the Pretoria Pit explosion
Dec 21st 1910 aged 32 years
Also George son of the above
died May 17th 1911 aged 3 years
At Rest
Also Alice daughter of the above
who died July 7th 1912 aged 8 years
Also Lydia wife of the above
died May 29th 1932 aged 51 years

In loving memory of
Richard
The beloved husband of
Alice Fairhurst
who died December 21st 1910
aged 47 years
Also Alice, Widow of the above
who died Nov 16th.1926
aged 59 years
Also Ernest, eldest son of the above
who died September 1891 aged 8 months
Also Jane Alice Hurst
their beloved daughter
who died July 11th 1935 aged 45 years

In loving memory of
Thomas Farrimond
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 40 years
He is not dead, but sleepeth.
A sleep how calm how blest.
When Christ the spirit keepeth
Our loved one is at rest.
Also Alice wife of the above
who died December 1st 1929 aged 61 years
God saw the rugged pathway
Was getting hard to climb
So He closed her weary eyelids
and he whispered

Of Your Charity Pray for the Soul of
John Feely
who died April 22nd 1891,
aged 28 years.
Rest in Peace
Also James Feely,
who died Decr 21st 1910,
aged 31 years.
At rest
Also Martin Feely,
who died Oct 1st 1926,
aged 59 years.

In loving memory of
John Flood
who was killed in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 27 years
Also Mary Ann the beloved wife of
Edwin Tyldesley
who died June 11th 1938 aged 55 years
In silence I remember,
Blessed are the dear which die in the Lord

Eliza Jane,
daughter of David & Fanny Grundy
who died March 19th 1886, aged 8 months.
Also Herbert, their son, who died
Jan 22nd 1890, aged 2 years & 7 months
Also Fred, their son,
who died Oct 22nd 1890. aged 8 months.
Also Annie, their daughter,
who died October 29th 1895, aged 4 months.
Also Albert, their son,
died Sepr 13th 1898 aged 8 weeks
Also the above David Grundy,
who lost his life
Dec. 21st 1910, in his 49th year.
Also Fanny, his beloved wife
who died Oct. 4th 1930, aged 69 years

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Hannah Leigh
who died Jan 12th 1891 aged 56 years
Also Hannah Leigh the above
who died Jan 21st 1913 aged 75 years
Also Walter the beloved husband of
Edith Foster
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 28 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Bessie Leigh grand-daughter of the above
who died Sept 7th 1913 aged 19 years
Gone but not forgotten

In loving memory of
Annie dearly beloved daughter of
Samuel & Nancy Gerrard
who died Oct 13th 1901 aged 4 years and 3 months
Also Orlando son of the above
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 21 years
Also the above named Samuel Gerrard
died Sept 14th 1922 aged 64 years
Also the above named Nancy Gerrard
died October 21st 1927 aged 65 years
Also Walter their son and beloved husband of
Elizabeth Gerrard, who died Sept 6th 1930 aged 36 years
At rest
Thy purpose Lord we cannot see,
but all is well that's done by Thee

In loving memory of
Maria the beloved wife of
George Gibbs
who died Jan 17th 1910 aged 51 years
Also Thomas their son
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 26 years

In loving memory of
of Herbert Gibson aged 19 years
Also Simeon Gibson aged 17 years
The above lost their lives in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Ellen Gibson
died August 31st 1924 aged 58 years
Also Thomas her beloved husband
died April 20th 1929 aged 66 years

R.I.P.
Of your Charity, Pray for the Soul of
William Gore
who died Dec 21 1910 aged 42 years
Also Mary his wife
who died April 8th 1911 aged 41 years
Also Thomas their son
who died Sept 23rd 1921 aged 14 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Richard beloved husband of
Elizabeth Ann Goulding
who was called hence
Dec 21 1910 aged 34 years
Dear is the spot where he is laid,
dear is the memory that never shall fade.
Also Elizabeth Ann Lockton
who died Dec 30th 1938 aged 60 years
Thy Will be done
Also Mary Ellen the beloved wife of Thomas Wilson
who died June 7th 1950 aged 73 years
At Rest
Also John Willie the dearly loved husband of
Edith Harrison
who died Feb 23rd 1939 aged 54 years
Treasured forever
Also Gwenie daughter of the above
who died Dec 31st 1935 aged 26 years
Still ours
In loving memory of
Mary Ann the beloved wife of
Edward Harrison
who died May 29th 1914 aged 63 years
Still living, still loving, still ours
Also Edward the above
who died Dec 23rd 1933 aged 81 years

Dedicated to the memory of William
the dearly beloved husband of Jemima Goulding
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 36 years
Also William their son
who died Dec 7th 1903 aged 8 months
Also Maurice Edward their son
who died July 20th 1908 aged 17 months
Also Jemima the above
who died Oct 13th 1930 aged 54 years
R.I.P.

The Lord gave and the Lord had taken away
In loving memory of
Edward Halliwell
the beloved son of
Edward and Elizabeth Ann Green
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 22 years
Also Elizabeth Ann Green
who died March 28th 1918 aged 62 years
At rest
Also Edward Green
who died Feb 18th 1923 aged 70 years
Also Arthur Green
who died March 8th 1965 aged 71 years
Also Alice Ann
his dearly beloved wife
who died July 5th 1976 aged 82 years
No voice can sing, no heart can frame,
Nor can the memory find, a sweeter sound
Than Jeus name. The Saviour of mankind

In loving memory of
John the dearly beloved husband of
Margaret Green
who died July 3rd 1904 aged 66 years
Also Margaret the above
who died Sept 6th 1918 aged 80 years
Also Mary their daughter
who died Oct 12th 1894 aged 15 years
Also James their son
who died 21st Dec 1910 aged 35 years
Also Thomas their son
who died 21st Dec 1910 aged 28 years
Also Albert the dearly beloved husband of
Margaret Ann Norman
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 38 years
At Rest
Also Margaret Ann the beloved wife of
William Albert Partington
who died Sept. 23rd 1949 aged 75 years
Rest in Peace

In loving memory of
Peter the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Green
who met his death in the Pretoria Pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 41 years
Gone but not forgotten
Also Elizabeth the above named
died July 17th 1938 aged 71 years
Also Peter Green their son
died April 17th 1925 aged 21 years

In loving memory of
Elizabeth
beloved daughter of
William Henry & Henrietta Green
who died Sept. 15th 1899 aged 3 months
Also William their son,
who was killed by the explosion in the
Pretoria mine, Hulton.
Dec 21st 1910, in his 14th year.
Also Henrietta,
the beloved wife of
William Henry Green,
who died July 16th 1935, aged 74 years
Also the above
William Henry Green,
who died April 3rd 1937, aged 73 years.

In loving memory of
Joseph the beloved husband of
Sarah Greenall
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 34 years
Also Sarah his beloved wife
who died August 6th 1946 aged 70 years
Lives of good men all remind us,
we should live our lives sublime,
and departing leave behind us,
footprints in the sands of time.

In Memoriam
Thomas the beloved husband of
Annie Greenall
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 36 years
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God
Annie died Sept 30th 1932 aged 58 years
Gods greatest gift remembrance
Also Winston their son
who died May 18th 1912 aged 2 years, 9 months
Who plucked this lovely flower?
The Master, and the gardener held his peace.

In Memoriam
Thomas the beloved husband of
Esther Greenhalgh
Born Sept 4th 1849; Died Dec 21 1910
Also Esther the above born March 28th 1854
Died March 24th 1931
Also Ann their daughter
Born May 21st 1888; Died Jan 28th 1909
Also Alice their daughter
Born June 2nd 1891; Died May 15th 1893
Also Mary their daughter
Born May 21st 1888; Died Sept 25th 1967

The Souls of the rightous are in the Hands of God
In loving memory of
Harold beloved son of
George Peter & Sarah Ann Bradley
who died September 15th 1900 aged 5 months
Also Albert Griffiths their adopted son
who was killed by explosion in the Pretoria mine Hulton
Dec 21st 1910 aged 27 years
Also Ernest their son
who died December 3rd 1911 aged 20 years
Also the above
George Peter Bradley
who died March 10th 1915 in his 49th year
Also Sarah Ann
the beloved wife of the above George Peter Bradley
who died April 16th 1936 aged 66 years
Also Pt George Bradley L.N.L.Regt.
Beloved son of the above who fell in action
in Mesopotamia Dec 15th 1917 aged 21 years
Those miss him most who loved him best
Also John Andrew beloved son of the above
and beloved husband of Lily Bradley
who died July 4th 1924 aged 37 years
Gone but not forgotten

In loving memory of
Samuel Hardman aged 19 years
Also Albert Hardman aged 17 years
The above lost their lives in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
Fond thoughts they linger round our hearts
while tears they often flow.
Unto their sad and lonely grave
our thoughts will always go.
Also Elizabeth Ann mother of the above
and the beloved wife of
James Hardman
who died Jan 9th 1922 aged 60 years
Also George son of the above and beloved husband
of Isabella Hardman
who died March 26th 1923 aged 25 years
Also James the above named
who died March 28th 1939 aged 79 years
Also Aaron son of the above and beloved husband
of Florence Hardman
who died Dec 17th 1952 aged 52 years
He who safely brought her here,
has safely taken her back.
In loving memory of
Dora wife of William Bradbury, 17th Oct 1977

In loving memory of
John Robert,
the beloved husband of
Margaret Hargreaves,
aged 27 years.
Also Peter, the beloved son of
Peter and Margaret Moss,
aged 15 years.
The above were killed in the Pretoria
Pit disaster, Dec 21st 1910.
Also Margaret Moss,
beloved wife of Peter Moss,
who died Jan. 24th 1913,
aged 46 years.
Also Peter Moss,
dearly loved husband of
Margaret Moss,
who died April 7th 1939,
aged 78 years.
At rest.
Also William, son of the above
who died Oct. 6th 1951, aged 62 years.
We know not what they suffered, we did not see them die.
We only know that they are gone, and never said goodbye.

In loving memory of
Nicholas
the beloved husband of
Elizabeth E Hartley
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 44 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Elizabeth Ellen the above named and
beloved wife of William Holden
who died Dec 10th 1958 aged 90 years
Re-united
Also Jane Hilton
died March 21st 1972 aged 95 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Thomas Hastie,
who died March 25th 1906,
aged 47 years.
Peace, perfect peace
Also Maria, widow of the above
who died Dec 26th 1945,
aged 85 years.
Also Leonard Bruce, son of the above,
who died Nov 27th 1895,
aged 2 years.
Also Leonard, son of the above,
who died April 28th 1897,
aged 8 months.
Also Thomas son of the above,
who died Dec 21st 1910,
aged 21 years.
Also Gerald son of the above,
who died Dec 21st 1910,
aged 19 years.
Was accidentally killed in the Petoria [sic] Pit,
Bolton.

In loving memory of
Annie the beloved daughter of
Frederick and Elizabeth Ann Hayes
who died June 28th 1900 aged 4 years
Suffer little children to come unto me
Also the above Frederick Hayes
who was killed in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 43 years
Also Elizabeth Ann the above named
who died Nov 5th 1939 aged 64 years
Peace, Perfect Peace.

In loving memory of
William Hayes
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 28 years
Also Ellen Hayes
who died Feb 16th 1906 aged 52 years

Peace perfect peace
In loving memory of
William the beloved son of
Peter and Hannah Hesketh
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 26 years
Dear is the spot where our loved one is laid,
dear is the memory that never shall fade.
Also of the above
Peter Hesketh
who died Aug 9th 1926 aged 82 years
Also Hannah the above named
who died Oct 13th 1929 aged 84 years
At Rest
Also Annie their beloved daughter
who died April 26th 1955 aged 76 years
Also William beloved husband of Betsy Edge
who died Oct 30th 1929 aged 43 years
Love's last gift, remembrance.
Also Margaret Jane their daughter and
beloved wife of Richard Sergeant
who died June 29th 1935 aged 64 years
Rest in Peace
Also Betsy the above named
who died July 1st 1948 aged 66 years
Re-united
In memory of a dear mother and Grandma
Maggie Hardman died July 10th 1958

John Edward Ernest Hewitt
the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Hewitt,
who lost his life
in the Hulton Colliery explosion
on Dec 21st 1910, aged 46 years.
and was interred at Westhoughton Cemetery
Until the day break and the shadows flee away.
Also the above Elizabeth Hewitt
who died February 21st 1929,
aged 68 years.
'Safe on that beautiful shore.'
Also Richard Ernest their son,
who died Feb 10th 1906,
aged 16 years.
Safe at home.
Also Fred Gladstone their son,
who died March 3rd 1899,
aged 6 years.
Also Alan their son,
who died Oct 7th 1897,
aged 5 months.
Also Richard their son,
who died Jan 9th 1887, aged 1 month,
and was interred at Farnworth Parish Church.
His lambs shall not perish.

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Fanny Higham
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 59 years
Rest in Peace
Also James son of the above
who died Jan 2nd 1917 aged 36 years
He hath done what he could
Also John son of the above
who died July 4th 1919 aged 44 years
Also Fanny wife of the above
who died March 28th 1925 aged 74 years
At Rest
Also Bessie daughter of the above
who died May 18th 1936 aged 45 years
Peace at Last

In loving memory of
Joseph the beloved son of
Richard and Mary Higham
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 23 years
We know not what he suffered,
we did not see him die.
We only know that he is gone
and never said Goodbye
Also Mary the above
who died April 18th 1919 aged 70 years
Also Isiah beloved husband of
Elizabeth Higham
who died July 7th 1962 aged 82 years
W.P.C.G.
A token of love from the members and friends of
the Westhoughton Parish Church Guild

In loving memory of
John the beloved husband of Annie Higson
who died December 21st 1910 aged 43 years
Also William their son
who died December 21st 1910 aged 23 years
The above were killed by explosion in the
Pretoria Mine, Hulton
Also the above Annie Higson
who died Feb.14th 1923 aged 48 years

In loving memory of
Peter
the beloved husband of
Mary Jane Higson
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit
disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 46 years.
The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away
away, blessed be the name of the Lord.
Also Harry,
their dearly beloved son,
who died
Aug 20th 1924, aged 23 years.
He giveth his beloved sleep.
Also the above
Mary Jane Higson
who died Dec 25th 1954,
aged 85 years.
Re-united.
Also Sarah Reynolds granny
who died Jan 24th 1938,
aged 93 years.
Peacefully sleeping.

In loving memory of
Mary Ann the beloved wife of
Joseph Hilton
who departed this life Sept 23 1892 aged 35 years
Also the above Joseph Hilton
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 54 years
Also William son of the above
and beloved husband of Beatrice Hilton
who died 21 Dec 1910 aged 26
In the midst of life we are in death

In loving memory of
James Hilton who died Aug 2nd 1930 aged 78 years
Also Frances Hilton his beloved wife
who died Feb 17th 1931 aged 77 years
Labour ended, rest in peace
Percy the beloved son of
James & Frances Hilton
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 25 years
Also of Montague their son
who lost his life in the same explosion aged 29 years
& was interred at Westhoughton cemetery
In the midst of life we are in death
Also of Eveline Hilton daughter of
Daniel & Elizabeth Ellen Livsey
who died May 31st 1918 aged ? Years 4 months
Not mine but Thine O Lord

In loving memory of
Fred Hindle,
who was killed
in the Pretoria
Pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910, aged 22 years.
We know not what he suffered,
we never saw him die;
we only know that he has gone
and never said goodbye.

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Hodgkiss
who entered into rest Dec 21st 1910
aged 31years
Also Elizabeth wife of the above
who entered into rest Oct 6th 1935 aged 56 years
The Lord giveth and the Lord Taketh away,
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Annie Nuttall their daughter
died Nov 25th 1981 aged 72 years
Enid Nuttall grand-daughter died
March 2nd 1935 aged 1 year and 8 months
Frank Neil Hodgkiss grandson died Oct 6th 1957
aged 3 years and 9 months
Forever loved

In loving memory of
Lewis the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Hodgkiss
who entered into rest Dec 21st 1910
aged 39 years
Also Lewis their son
who entered into rest Dec 21st 1910
aged 15 years
Also Lewis their son
who entered into rest Jan 26th 1911 aged 3 weeks
The Lord giveth and the Lord Taketh away,
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Also Elizabeth beloved wife of
Lewis Hodgkiss
died Nov 9th 1952 aged 83 years

In Loving Memory of
James Edward
the beloved son of James & Mary Ellen Hogan
who was killed in the Pretoria pit explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 15 years
He drooped like a flower, nipped in the bud.
He has gone to repose with the gentle and good

In loving memory of
We part to meet again
Albert,
the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Holt,
who lost his life
in the Pretoria Pit disaster,
Decr. 21st 1910, aged 28 years.
Also Elizabeth, wife of the above
died Oct. 1th 1925, aged 41 years.
Also Pte. Thomas Warburton,
1/5 L.N.L. Regt. Killed in action in France,
Jany. 10th 1917, aged 28 years.
Also Margaret Ann Warburton,
died Sepr 22nd 1913, aged 50 years.
Also Ellen Warburton,
died March 16th 1913, aged .. years.
In the midst of life ………. death

Notes
The bottom of the stone has flaked off.

In affectionate remembrance of
James Henry son of
John and Alice Ann Horrocks
who died June 16th 1887 aged 2 years and 3 months
Suffer little children to come unto me
and forbid them not,
For of such is the Kingdom of Heaven.
Also Joseph their son
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 19 years
Also Alice Ann the above named
who died Oct 25th 1919 aged 58 years

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Annie Horrocks
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 49 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Elizabeth Annie beloved wife of the above
who died May 5th 1958 aged 83 years
Also Ivy daughter of the above
who died Oct 13th 1909 aged 2 days
Asleep in Jesus

In memory of
John Hosker
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit disaster
Decr. 21st 1910, aged 16 years.
Also Elizabeth….

Notes
The bottom of the stone is buried.

Of your Charity pray for the soul of
John Thomas aged 46 years
the beloved husband of Ann Houghton
Also Elias son of the above aged 23 years
Also Thomas son of the above aged 17 years
Also Frederick Stanley son of the above aged 13 years
The above were killed in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910
Also Annie wife of the above
died May 13th 1949 aged 82 years
Also Frank beloved husband of
Lily Houghton
died Sept 7th 1978 aged 72 years
R.I.P.
Also Wilfred son of the above
who died Aug 4th 1909 aged 5 months
May they rest in peace -Amen

In loving memory of
Ann the beloved wife of
John Coop
who died Nov 22nd 1922
aged 77 years
Also John the above named
who died Dec 7th 1922 aged 79 years
Also John Houghton
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 45 years
Also John Houghton
Great Grandson of the above
who died July 27th 1923 aged 4 months
Gone but not forgotten

In memory of
John & Ann
Howarth
also
son Albert
……….
sister Alice

Notes
There is no gravestone. The words are on two small ceramic urn plinths at the grave site.

In loving memory of
Thomas
the beloved husband of
Harriet Howcroft.
who lost his life in the
Pretoria Pit disaster,
Dec 21st 1910, aged 33 years.
Also Dorothy
the dearly beloved child of
Alfred and Sarah Hunt,
who died March 14th 1918
...................

Notes
The bottom part of the stone is hidden.

In loving memory of
Thomas son of Thomas and Ann Howcroft
Died in the Pretoria Mine Disaster Dec.21st 1910
in his 26th year
Peace, Perfect Peace.
Also Ann, widow of James Crook
Who died July 23rd 1944 aged 78 years

In loving memory of
John Lawton the beloved husband of
Caroline Hundy
who was killed in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 53 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also the above Caroline who died May 1st 1922
aged 63 years

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Fanny Hurst
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 50 years
Also William their son
who died Feb 16th 1899 aged 2 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Fanny the above named
Born Aug 8th 1886, Died May 20th 1935
At Rest
Also Jane Hurst
Died Feb 13th 1978 aged 77 years
and Ann Hurst
Died Feb 22nd 1981 aged 88 years
Edward Hurst
Died Jan 5th 1993 aged 78 years

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved husband of
Nancy Hurst
died December 21st 1910 aged 55 years
Also James son of the above
died June 10th 1881 aged 15 months
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Nancy the above named
died May 17th 1925 aged 69 years
Rest in the Lord

In loving memory of
Richard the beloved husband of
Hannah Jolley
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 24 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Hannah the above named
and beloved wife of Peter Forshaw
who died April 12th 1959 aged 72 years
Also Elizabeth J
Beloved wife of James Hargreaves
who died May 31st 1965 aged 55 years
Also James Hargreaves
who died August 30th 1986 aged 77 years
Re-united with Janey

In loving memory of
John Herbert the beloved son of
Robert and Mary Jolly
who died Oct 29th 1896 aged 6 years
Peace perfect peace
Also William Thompson Jolly their beloved son
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 25 years
A day of remembrance sad to recall
Also Mary the above
who died Jan 13th 1922 aged 53 years
Deep in our hearts her memory shall keep
Also Robert the above named
who died Dec 30th 1938 aged 77 years

In loving memory of
Joseph Jones
the dearly beloved husband of Elizabeth Jones
who was killed in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 24 years
One Treasure less on earth, One more in Heaven

In loving memory of
William the beloved husband of Lily Kay
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 30 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Lily the above named
who died June 11th 1960 aged 81
Also Mervyn grandchild of the above
and dearly loved son of
John & E. Ellen Farnworth
who died November 8th 1938 aged 11 weeks
Dearer to Memory than words can tell

In loving memory of
Edward the beloved husband of
Martha Ann Kenwright
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 28 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Martha Ann wife of the above
who died May 11th 1944 aged 59 years
Re-united
Also Abel son of the above
A dearly loved Dad, Grandad & Great-Grandad
who died July 21st 1994 aged 73 years
Safe in God's garden

T LAUGHNA

Notes
No other words - just the man's name on a small stone.

In loving memory of
Frederick the beloved husband of
Clara Lee
who entered into rest Dec 21st 1910 aged 36 years
Also Clara beloved wife of the above
who entered into rest April 1st 1943 aged 69 years
Re-united
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God
James Herbert their beloved son
died Oct 20th 1949 aged 38 years

In loving memory of
John the beloved husband of
Ann Leigh
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 42 years
Also Ann the above named
who died May 5th 1927 aged 59 years
Also James their eldest son
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 14 years
For now ye live and stand fast in the Lord
Also Fred son of John & Ann and brother of
James died 6th Feb 1982 aged 74 years

In loving memory of
Peter aged 49 years the beloved husband of
Mary Ellen Leigh
Also Walter son of the above aged 21 years
The above met their death in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
Also Margaret wife of the above
who died Feb 3rd 1905 aged 47 years

In Loving Memory of
Joseph the beloved son of
Joseph and Margaret Ellen Leyland
who lost his life in the Pretoria Pit Disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 24 years
Also Wallace their beloved son
died October 12th 1926 aged 20 years

In loving memory of
Richard the beloved husband of
Fanny Light
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec. 21st 1910 aged 45 years
Thy Will be done
Also Ethel their daughter
who died Oct 14th 1918 aged 23 years
Those miss her most, who loved her best.

In loving memory of
Charles Harper who died Feb 11th 1908 aged 66 years
Also of James son of Alfred and Jane Livsey
who was killed in the Pretoria pit explosion
Dec 21st 1910 aged 17 years
Also of John their son who was killed in the
same explosion aged 15 years
Also of Pollie their daughter
who died January 3rd 1903 in her 6th year
Gone but not forgotten

In loving memory of
Richard Nelson the beloved son of
George Henry and Jane Longmate
who lost is life at the Pretoria Colliery explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 29 years
Also Mary Ellen their daughter
died Jan. 11th 1922 aged 32 years
Also the above George Henry Longmate
died April 29th 1924 aged 71 years
At Rest
Also Jane beloved wife of the above
died Nov.30th 1922 aged 66 years

In loving memory of
Albert the beloved husband of Sarah Lonsdale
who was killed in the Pretoria pit disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 37 years
Christ will place the broken chain
closer when we meet again

We know not what they suffered
we did not see them die,
we only know that they are gone
and never said Goodbye
In loving memory of
Joseph aged 50 years the beloved husband of
Margaret Lovett
Also James their son aged 28 years
Also Wright their son aged 16 years
The above died Dec 21st 1910
Also Margaret the above
who died May 8th 1940 aged 80 years
Re-united
Also James Ronald, grandson of the above
and son of James and Mary Battersby
who died May 30th 1926 aged 9 days
Dearly loved
Also James beloved husband of
Mary Battersby
who died Dec 26th 1945 aged 54 years
Also Mary the above who died
August 12th 1978 aged 87 years
Dearly loved

In loving memory of
Abel the beloved husband of Ellen Mangnall
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 24 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also John son of the above
who died March 22nd 1912 aged 1 year & 6 months
Suffer little children to come unto me

In loving memory of
Walter the beloved husband of
Ellen Mangnall
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 30 years
In the midst of life we are in death
The above lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Also Ellen the above and beloved wife of
Moses Grimshaw
who died Feb 12th 1962 aged 81 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
William E. Gladstone son of
William and Ann Markland
who lost his life in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 17 years
'His short bright race on earth is run,
we weep but say God's will be done'
Also William the above
who died July 5th 1920 aged 67 years
His end was peace
Also Ann wife of the above
who died Oct 13th 1948 aged 81 years
Also Robert beloved infant son of
Margaret and James Prescott
died Jan 4th 1938 aged 7 days
One of God's flowers

Of your charity, pray for the soul of
Martin the beloved son of
Michael and Ann Marrin
who was killed in the Pretoria pit explosion
Dec 21st 1910 aged 30 years
Also Sergt. James Marrin son of the above
who fell in action on the Somme, France
Oct 12th 1916 aged 30 years
Also Ann Marrin the above
who died Aug 15th 1919 aged 62 years
R.I.P.
Also Peter the beloved husband of
Annie Marrin
who died Jan 17th 1953 aged 68 years

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved husband of
Sarah Ann Marsh
who lost his life in the Pretoria pit disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 51 years
Peace perfect peace
Also Sarah Ann the above
Died May 30th 1924 aged 67 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved son of
William and Jane Martin
who lost his life in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 23 years
Also William the above named
who died April 26th 1926 aged 74 years
Also Jane the above named
who died Sept 18th 1928 aged 75 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Edward beloved husband of
Elizabeth Ellen Mather
who was killed at Hulton Colliery
Dec 21st 1910 aged 35 years
Our loss is great, we'll not complain,
but trust in the Lord to meet again.
Also of Sgt. Emmanuel Mather
Manchester Regt.,
The beloved son of the above
who died March 30th 1942 aged 33 years
God be with you till we meet again
Also Elizabeth Ellen Mather wife of the above
who died April 20th 1954 aged 80 years
At Rest

In memoriam
Richard the beloved husband of
Ann Jane Mather
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 49 years
Also Daniel their son
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 23 years
Also Ann Jane the above
who died Nov 6th 1920 aged 68 years
Peace, Perfect Peace.
Also Maria Ellen daughter of
Richard Mather
who died April 17th 1955 aged 69 years
We know not what they suffered
we did not see them die,
we only know that they are gone
and never said Goodbye

R.I.P.
In loving memory of
Matthew McCabe aged 25 years
Also Joseph McCabe aged 22 years
Also Michael McCabe aged 20 years
The above lost their lives in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910

Of your charity, pray for the soul of
Sarah Ellen the beloved wife of
Andrew McDonald
who died Oct 1st 1907 aged 50 years
Also Andrew the above who died
July 12th 1923 aged 78 years
Also James their son who lost his life in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
aged 26 years
Also William their son
died Sept 15th 1909 aged 16 years

In loving memory of
William Henry, beloved husband of
Catherine Middlehurst
who was killed in the Pretoria Colliery disaster
Dec. 21st 1910 aged 48 years
Safe in His keeping
Also Catherine, his beloved wife
who died Jan 24th 1924 aged 62 years
At Rest
Also their beloved son
Pte. William Middlehurst
3/5th L.N.L. Regt.
Wounded in the Battle of Arras
April 11th and died May 9th 1917 aged 23 years
Deeply lamented by his loving mother, sister and brothers
Fondly I loved him, he is dear to me still
But in grief must bend to God's Holy Will
My sorrow was great, my loss hard to bear
But Angels dear son, will guard thee with care.

In loving Memory of
Joseph Miller aged 31 years
Also James Miller aged 28 years
who died December 21st 1910
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Mary Ann Miller
Died November 3rd 1921 aged 68
Also Gerrard Miller
Died April 18th 1923 aged 68 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Mary Mills
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 23 years
Also Annie Jones
the dearly loved adopted daughter of
Benjamin and Mary Ellen Holden
who died Nov 16th.1926
aged 12 years
Safe in the arms of Jesus

Of your Charity, Pray for the repose of the soul of
Thomas W. the beloved husband of
Theresa Ellen Molyneux
who was killed in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 26 years
Also James H. their beloved son
who died Sept 20th 1910 aged 4 years
Rest in Peace
Also Theresa Ellen the above named
who died Sept 11th 1932 aged 50 years
Also John W. their son
who died May 16th 1953 aged 48 years
Rest in Peace

In affectionate remembrance of
John Lawton
who departed this life Sept 4th 1872 aged 55 years
May he rest in peace
Also Alice wife of the above
who died May 12th 1894 aged 54 years
Also Bertha Ellen beloved daughter of
Lambert and Isabella Monks
who died June 24th 1894 aged 11 months
Also John Monks
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 19 years

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Lettitia Morris
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 30 years
Also Thomas their son
who died Oct 14th 1908 aged 5 weeks
Also Kathleen Sharrock niece of the above
who died Oct 11th 1915 aged 8 months
Thy Will be done

In loving memory of
Giles Morris the beloved husband of
Mary Alice Morris
who died Feb 10th 1895 aged 35 years
Also Mary Alice Morris who died
Nov 1st 1928 aged 70 years
Also John their son who
lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 22 years
In the midst of life we are in death

In loving memory of
John aged 36 years the beloved husband of
Annie Morris
Joseph their son aged 13 years
The above met their death in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
Two treasures lost on earth,
two more in Heaven
Also Annie the above named and wife of
Oswald Lowe
who died Dec 12th 1936 aged 60 years
At Rest
Also the above Oswald Lowe
who died Aug 6th 1954 aged 62 years
Re-united

In memoriam
Robert the beloved husband of
Mary Elizabeth Morris
died Dec 21st 1910 aged 43 years
Also Mary Elizabeth the above and beloved
wife of Lewis Jolley
died July 20th 1930 aged 60 years
Rest in Peace
Also Thomas beloved husband of
Lilian C Morris
died Dec 14th 1956 aged 65 years
At Rest
Also Lilian C. the above named
died Nov 27th 1962 aged 69 years
Re-united

In loving Memory of
Richard the beloved husband of
Margaret Cowburn
who died Dec 13th 1908 aged 52 years
Also William the beloved husband of
Martha Morris
who was killed in the Pretoria pit disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 34 years

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Martha Naylor
who died Dec 29th 1915 aged 58 years
Also Martha Mary wife of
James Naylor
who died Dec 29th 1929 aged 69 years
Also William the beloved son of
James and Martha Naylor
who lost his life in the Pretoria pit explosion
Dec 21st 1910 aged 15 years
Also Charles Naylor grandfather of the above
who died Jan 18th 1927 aged 88 years

In loving memory of
David the beloved son of
Henry and Martha Ellen Nuttall
who fell asleep Dec 21st 1910 aged 23 years
Rest in Peace
Also Henry the above named
who died May 14th 1896 aged 33 years
Also Martha Ellen the above named
who died May 5th 1928 aged 64 years
Not our will but Thine O Lord
Also Nathaniel beloved husband of
Mary Howarth
who died March 18th 1963 aged 74 years
Also the above Mary
died 15th June 1980 aged 87 years
Re-united

Of your Charity pray for the soul of
Michael the beloved husband of
Mary Owens
who died Feb 4th 1903 aged 53 years
Also Thomas their son
who died Dec 21st 1910 aged 27 years
Also Mary the above named
who died November 2nd 1925 aged 76 years
Also John their son who
died March 6th 1956 aged 81 years
R.I.P.

In memory of
Margaret Parr
who died January 29th 1874
age 19 years
Also of Moses Parr father of the above
who departed this life Decr 4th 1894
aged 75 years
Also Mary Parr wife of the above,
who died March 3rd 1903
aged 66 years.
Also of John Parr son of the above
who died Decr 21st 1910
aged 51 years.
Also of William Mead
son in law of the above Moses & Mary Parr
who died Decr 21st 1910
aged 49 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also of Alice Mead
who died April 3rd 1938 aged 72 years

Notes
There is a chiselled indentation after William Mead's surname suggesting a letter (possibly s) has been removed

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Ann Partington
who fell asleep Dec 21st 1910 in his 43rd year
Also Elizabeth Ann the dearly loved wife
of the above died Feb 25th 1947 aged 82 years
Also Thomas their beloved son
who fell asleep Dec 21st 1910 in his 20th year
Also Thomas the beloved husband of
Sarah Ann Brookes
died Aug 11th 1944 aged 51 years
Peacefully sleeping
Also Sarah Ann Obersby
died May 10th 1970 aged 78 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Joseph the beloved husband of
Alice Partington
who was killed in the Hulton Colliery disaster
aged 25 years

In loving memory of
William the beloved son of
John and Ellen Partington
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 40 years
Gone but not forgotten
Also Annie daughter of the above
who died July 15th 1918 aged 51 years
Rest in Peace

In loving memory of
Enoch the beloved husband of
Ellen Pemberton
died December 21st 1910 aged 29 years
At Rest
Also Ellen beloved wife of
David Britner
who died September 16th 1920 aged 35 years
Too dearly loved to be forgotten

In loving Memory of
Harold, beloved son of
John and Margaret Ada Pendlebury
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 16 years
Rest in Peace

In loving memory of
George Henry the beloved son of
Alfred and Sarah Ann Perks
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 19 years
Also Alfred the above
who died April 19th 1922 aged 58 years
Gone but not forgotten

In loving memory of
William the beloved husband of Ellen Potter
aged 39 years
Also George Percy their son aged 16 years
Also James their son aged 15 years
The above lost their lives in the Hulton Colliery
disaster, Decr.21st 1910
Also Thomas H Potter aged 9 weeks
Also Ellen beloved wife of the above
who died June 28th 1927 aged 54 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Herbert Prescott aged 24 years
Also John Prescott aged 23 years
The above lost their lives in the
Hulton Colliery disaster Dec 21 1910
Also Martha Prescott mother of the above
who died April 15th 1932 aged 75 years
R.I.P.

Thomas Price
Alfred Price
Also Henry Price who lost
his life in the Pretoria Pit disaster

In loving memory of
Isaac the beloved husband of
Hannah Ratcliffe
who died December 21st 1910 aged 24 years
The Lord giveth and the Lord Taketh away,
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Also William the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Ratcliffe
who died April 18th 1915 aged 63 years
Thy Will be done
Also Elizabeth wife of the above
William Ratcliffe
who died March 25th 1932 aged 79 years
Also Annie the beloved daughter of
Isaac and Hannah Ratcliffe
who died January 5th 1948 aged 36 years
Time cannot dim the memory of Love
Also in loving memory of
Hannah Aspinall died June 5th 1963 aged 79 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved husband of
Alice Ratcliffe
who died December 21st 1910 aged 40 years
Sudden Death - Sudden Glory
Also Alice beloved wife of the above
who died April 3rd 1947 aged 78 years

In loving memory of
William the beloved husband of
Sarah Alice Ratcliffe
who was killed in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 31 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Sarah Alice beloved wife of the above
who died December 30th 1946 aged 68 years
The Lord is my Shepherd
Also Harold son of the above
who died September 21st 1906 aged 1 month
Sweet rest in Heaven

In loving memory of
William aged 22 years
Also Benjamin aged 19 years
The beloved sons of Thomas and Alice Ann Riding
Who lost their lives in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Jane the beloved wife of
Arthur Unsworth,
daughter of the above
who died October 5th 1919 aged 23 years
Also Alice Ann the above named
who died February 13th 1933 aged 70 years
At Rest
Also Thomas the above
who died June 18th 1934 aged 73 years

In loving memory of
William
the beloved husband of
Ellen Rigby,
aged 56 years.
Also George, the beloved husband of
Sarah Ellen Williams,
aged 24 years.
The above were killed in the
Pretoria Pit disaster Dec. 21st 1910.
In health and strength they left their
homes, not thinking death so near;
it pleased the Lord to bid them come,
and in his presence to appear.
Also Georgina daughter of
George & Sarah Ellen Williams
who died November 20th 1911, aged 5 months
Also Ellen, beloved wife of the above
William Rigby,
who died November 27th 1911, aged 67 years.
'Thy will be done.'

In loving memory of
Harriet the beloved wife of
Robert Wm. Roberts
who died October 2nd 1910 aged 42 years
Also Albert their son
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 16 years
Also Robert William their son who died in infancy
Thy Will be done
Also Rachel Roberts
died March 7th 1942 aged 66 years
At Rest
Also Robert Wm. Roberts
who died July 18th 1962 aged 89 years
Re-united

In loving memory of
John the beloved husband of
Sarah Ellen Roberts
who was killed in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 26 years
A bitter grief a shock severe,
a hurst which those we loved so.
Our loss if great we'll not complain,
but trust in God we'd meet again

In loving memory of
Robert the beloved son of
William and Elizabeth Roberts
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 21 years
Also William the above named
who died October 19th 1915 aged 68 years
Also Elizabeth the above named
who died January 20th 1932 aged ?1 years

In memoriam
Edward beloved husband of
Mary Ellen Rushton
who died December 21st 1910 aged 36 years
Thy Will be done
Also Mary Ellen the above named
who died January 27th 1959 aged 86 years
Also Ernest their beloved son
who died August 4th 1959 aged 57 years
Now the labourer's task is o'er.
now the battle day is past,
now upon the Fathers shore,
land the voyager at last.
Father in Thy gracious keeping
Leave we now Thy servant sleepong.
In loving remembrance of
Elisha the dearly loved husband of
Hannah Gregory
who died September 2nd 1928 aged 50 years
At Rest
Also Hannah the above named
who died August 29th 1946 aged 72 years
Re-united

In loving memory of
George aged 28 years the beloved husband of
Mary Ann Sargeant
Also Harry Partington aged 19 years
The above were killed
in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910
Rest in Peace

In loving memory of
Edward
& John
the beloved sons of
George & Eliza Saunders,
who lost their lives, in the
Pretoria Colliery explosion,
Dec 21st 1910, aged 19 & 14 years.
'Softly at night the stars are gleaming
upon their silent grave,
where they sleep on, without dreaming,
those we loved, but could not save.'

In loving memory of
William the beloved husband of
Beatrice Anne Schofield
who died December 21st 1910 aged 32 years
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God
Also Beatrice Anne wife of the above
who died June 5th 1954 aged 70 years
Also Fred the beloved son of
William and Mary Schofield and brother of the above
who died December 21st 1910 aged 20 years
In the midst of life we are in death

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Eliza Seddon
who lost his life in the Pretoria pit disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 22 years
Until the day dawns
Also James son of the above
the dearly loved husband of Mary Ann Seddon
A loving husband, dad & grandad
who died June 6th 1994 aged 83 years
We will always love and remember you
Also James Anthony beloved son of the above
Died Dec 28th 2002 aged 62 years
A Cherished Dad, Grandad and Devoted Brother
Peacefully sleeping

In loving memory of
James the beloved husband of
Edith Seddon
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 23 years
Not our will but Thine O Lord
Also John their son who
died April 4th 1910 aged 9 weeks
Fell asleep
Also Elizabeth Seddon who died
April 16th 1920 aged 69 years
Thy Will be done

In loving memory of
Fred the beloved son of
Henry and Eliza Shambley
died May 22nd 1908 aged 22 years
Also William their son aged 28 years
Also Albert their son aged 17 years
The above met their death in the
Pretoria Pit disaster December 21st 1910
Thy Will be done
God takes the loved ones from our homes,
But never from our hearts
Also Eliza beloved wife of
Hanry Shambley
who died May 2nd 1922 aged 70 years
Also Henry the above
who died February 24th 1929 aged 79 years

In loving memory of
George the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Sharples
aged 58 years
Also Thomas Yates the dear adopted son of the above
aged 30 years
The above lost their lives in the Hulton Colliery
disaster, Decr.21st 1910
Take warning by our sudden call
You may for death prepare
For it will come you cannot tell
The manner when or where
Also Elizabeth beloved wife of
Died June 18th 1937 aged 81 years
Re-United

In loving memory of
Ralph the beloved husband of
Martha Ellen Shaw
Who lost his life at the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 35 years
Also William Shaw father of the above
who died September 19th 1913 aged 67 years
Also Margaret beloved wife of the above William Shaw
who died May 3rd 1914 aged 71 years
Also Kate beloved daughter of the above
William and Margaret Shaw
who died Oct 6th 1954 aged 83 years

Of your charity pray for the repose of the soul of
Daniel Simmons
who departed this life
December 21st 1910 aged 21 years
R.I.P.
Ellen Pomfret

In loving memory of
Mark the beloved husband of Alice Skeldon
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 28 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Alice the above named
who died December 29th 1926
in her 43rd year
Worthy of remembrance
Also Richard, son of the above
who died April 6th 1910 aged 2 days
Also Mark son of the above
who died Oct 27th 1912
aged 1 year and 4 months
Suffer little children to come unto me

Love and Remembrance
of our dear brother
John Smith
who was killed in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 43 years
Thy Will be done
Also Edwin dearly beloved husband of
Susannah Partington
who departed this life
March 6th 1935 aged 47
Also Susannah Partington his beloved wife
who died Jan 23rd 1938 aged 51 years

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved husband of
Alice Smith
who lost his life in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec. 21st 1910 aged 53 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Alice the above named
who died March 14th 1939 aged 76 years
Re-United

In loving memory of
William,
the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Smith,
aged 46 years.
Also Thomas their son
aged 24 years.
Who perished in the Hulton Colliery
disaster, Decr.21st 1910.
A bitter grief, a shock severe
To part with those we loved so dear
Our loss if great we'll not complain,
But hope in Heaven to meet again.
Also Elizabeth,
beloved wife of the above
William Smith
who died October 2nd1953
aged 86 years.

Notes
The surname of son Thomas is Greenhalgh, not Smith.

In loving memory of
David Potter
who died May 31st 1872 aged 80 years
Also John Southern
who died January 29th 1886 aged 50 years
Also Oliver Southern
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 21 years

In loving memory of
William son of
George and Amelia Southern
who lost his life in the Pretoria Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 29 years
Also Amelia the above named
who died November 20th 1922 aged 65 years
Asleep in Jesus
Also Harry son of the above
who died August 13th 1921 aged 35 years
Also George the above named
who died February 8th 1935 aged 78 years

In loving memory of
Andrew
beloved husband of Mary Southworth
who departed this life May 31st 1906 aged 72 years
Also the above Mary Southworth
who died Dec 31st 1930 aged 82 years
Thy Will be done
Also Fred, their son and beloved husband of
Annie Southworth
who was killed by explosion in the Pretoria mine
Hulton, Dec 21st 1910 aged 22 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Hannah beloved daughter of the above
who died June 6th 1954 aged 75 years
Resting

In loving memory of
Richard Lawrence the beloved husband of
Ann Spencer
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 27 years
Watch for ye know not the day nor the hour
where in the son of man cometh
Also James Sutton
who died March 23rd 1924 aged 71 years
Also Martha his wife
who died April 27th 1920 aged 66 years
Also William their son and beloved husband of
Alice Sutton
who died July 6th 1923 aged 33 years

In loving memory of
Frederick the beloved husband of
Annie Teasdale
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 46 years
Not our will but Thine O Lord
Also Annie wife of the above
who died March 19th 1946 aged 78 years

In loving memory of
Edward beloved husband of
Ellen Thomas
who died April 5th 1892 aged 41 years and
was interred at Deane Church, Bolton
Also Ellen the above named
who died November 15th 1915 aged 64 years
Also of William James their son
who died December 21st 1910 aged 29 years
Also of Daniel their son and husband of
Alice Thomas
who died December 21st 1910 aged 35 years
Also of Edward their son and husband of
Eva Thomas
who died December 21st 1910 aged 27 years
Also of Ellen beloved wife of
Joseph Thomas
who died October 8th 1936 aged 55 years
Loved by all
In loving memory of
Clifford. Edward and Betty
Also Mother died December 31st 1963
Also Dad died February 18th 1955
At Rest

In loving memory of
Paul the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Alice Thomasson
who was killed in the Pretoria pit disaster
Dec 21st 1910 aged 44 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Elizabeth Alice his beloved wife
who died Jan 8th 1947 aged 79 years

[Richard Thomasson]
Mary......
who lost his life in the Pretoria pit explosion
December 21st 1910 aged 51 years
Also the above Mary
who died January 9th 1921 aged 60 years
Also John son of the above,
who died April 4th 1901
..........years

Notes
The stone is broken across the top and his name is not visible.

In loving memory of
Richard son of
Richard and Maria Tonge
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 14 years
Asleep in Jesus
A light has from our household gone
A voice we loved is still
A place is vacant in our hearts
Which none can ever fill
Also the above Maria
died December 28th 1941 aged 75 years
At Rest
Also Richard husband of the above
who died December 30th 1947 aged 79 years

In loving memory of
John,
the beloved husband of
Margaret Topping,
who departed this life Dec 21st 1910,
aged 54 years.
Also Margaret his wife
who departed this life Feb 12th 1932
aged 75 years.
Also Joseph, their son
who departed this life Dec 21st 1910,
aged 23 years.
Also Mary Elizabeth
their daughter
who departed this life May 31st 1892

In loving memory of
John Edward the beloved son of
James and Mary Jane Tumblety
who lost his life in the Hulton colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 20 years
Also Robert their son who was interred at Hindley
cemetery, June 20th 1898 aged 6 years
For Ever with the Lord
Also Edward, beloved husband of
Florrie Hughes
Died 13th March 1976 aged 81 years
Also Florrie nee (Tumblety) dearly loved wife of
the above Edward Hughes.
Died 18th December 1988 aged 86 years
Re-united

In loving memory of
William the beloved husband of
Ellen Turton
Who died whilst working with a rescue party
in the Hulton Colliery disaster
Dec. 21st 1910 aged 60 years
'Greater love hath no man than this;
than a man lay down his life for his friends'
Also Ellen beloved wife of
the above William Turton
who died on 6th April 1918 aged 62 years
'She looked well to the ways of her household'
Also Alfred their son aged 8 months

In loving memory of
John the beloved husband of
Miriam Tyldesley
who died Decr. 21st 1910 aged 53 years
Also of William their son aged 28 years
Also of John their son aged 25 years
Also of Thomas their son aged 23 years
Also of Joseph their son aged 17 years
The above died Dec 21st 1910
'The short bright race on earth is run,
we weep but say God's will be done'
Also the above Miriam Tyldesley
who died June 7th 1913 aged 62 years

In loving memory of
James,
the beloved husband of
Annie Maria Tyrer,
who died Dec. 21st 1910,
aged 49 years.
Also Annie Maria,
wife of the above,
who died March 27th 1926,
aged 65 years.
At Rest'
Also their beloved children
Ellen, James, George and Beatrice,
who died in infancy.
Forever with the Lord.'

In Loving Memory of
Jehu beloved husband of
Mary Elizabeth Unsworth
aged 43 years
Also Albert their son aged 17 years
Who lost their lives by explosion
in the Pretoria Mine, Hulton, Dec 21st 1910
Not gone from memory nor from love
But to our Father's home above
Also the above Mary Elizabeth Unsworth
who died April 23rd 1946 aged 80 years
Also Sarah their dear daughter and beloved wife of
Arthur Hodgkinson
who died Sept. 29th 1977 aged 75 years
Margaret Winch.

Notes
Margaret Winch is on a free-standing square marble pot in front of the gravestone.

In loving memory of
James beloved son of
James (and the late) Margaret Unsworth
who was killed by explosion in the Pretoria mine
Hulton, Dec 21st 1910 aged 30 years
Also our dear son Pte. Harry Unsworth
late R.A.M.C. died Sept 23rd 1918
in his 31st year
They laid their richest gift on the altar of duty
their young lives

In loving memory of
William
son of Edwin & Alice Ann Unsworth
died Dec 21st 1910 aged 23 years
Also James aged 5 years 6 months
Also Martha aged 4 years 6 months
Also Norman aged 1 year 6 months
Children of the above
Peace, Perfect Peace.

In loving memory of
Charles Wharton who died Nov 9th 1911
aged 75 years
Also Elizabeth his wife who died
Nov 27th 1908 aged 69 years
Also William their son who died Nov 6 1897 aged 33
Also Charles their son who lost his life in the
Pretoria Pit disaster, Dec 21st 1910 aged 36
At Rest

In loving memory of
Richard
beloved husband of
Louisa Ann Wild,
aged 44 years.
Also John their son,
aged 17 years.
Also Thomas their son,
aged 15 years.
Who all lost their lives in the
Pretoria Pit explosion on
Dec 21st 1910.
Also Louisa Ann Wild
died May 10th 1939,
aged 73 years.

In loving memory of
John Andrew the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Wise
who died December 21st 1910 aged 44 years
Also Elizabeth the above named
who died October 5th 1915 aged 49 years
Peace, Perfect Peace.
Also Pte. James Wise, 11th Essex Regiment
who died of gas poisoning, September 18th 1918
aged 19 years, and was interred in Proyent
Communal cemetery, Braysur, Somme, France.
Too dearly loved to be forgotten

In loving memory of
Albert Edward the beloved son of
Edward & Ellen Woods
who died Decr. 18th 1894 aged 12 years
Asleep in Jesus
Also Alfred Edward their son
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 15 years
Rest in the Lord

Treasured memories of my dear Husband
Samuel Woodward
who died December 21st 1910 aged 34 years
Also Agnes Jane wife of the above
who died November 16th 1943 aged 64 years
Also Thomas Woodward son of the above
who died June 28th 1940 aged 36 years
Also Ellen Thompson
who died March 1st 1927 aged 34 years
Memory clings with silent thoughts

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved son of
Thomas and Mary Elizabeth Woodward
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 32 years
A light has from our household gone
A voice we loved is still
A place is vacant in our hearts
Which none can ever fill
Also Mary Cowburn
who died January 3rd 1915 aged 77 years
Also Mary Elizabeth Woodward
who died February 15th 1928 aged 72 years
At Rest
Also Margaret Alice Beard
who died August 18th 1957 aged 79 years
At Rest

In loving memory of
Walter,
the beloved husband of
Alice Woodward, aged 41 years.
Also Percy, their son
aged 18 years.
Who met with their deaths in the
Hulton Colliery explosion Decr. 21st 1910.

In loving memory of
Mary Jane (Cissie)
beloved daughter of
James & Martha Jane Worthington
who died June 20th 1910 aged 24 years
Also the above James Worthington
who was killed in the Pretoria Mine disaster
on Dec 21st 1910 aged 59 years
In the midst of life we are in death
Also Martha Jane the beloved wife of the above
who died May 22nd 1926 aged 71 years
Also Lily daughter of the above
who died Dec 25th 1961 aged 72 years
Also Harry, Frank and Peter
their children who died in infancy
Sweet rest in Heaven

In loving memory of
Thomas the beloved husband of
Ann Worthington
who lost his life at the Hulton Colliery disaster
December 21st 1910 aged 36 years
Also Ann the above named
who died February 23rd 1940 aged 66 years
Also Thomas their son
who died April 2nd 1904 aged 8 months
Re-united
Dear is the spot where our loved ones are laid,
dear is the memory that never shall fade.

In loving memory of
Henry Wyper,
of Hamsterley, County Durham,
who lost his life in the Hulton Colliery
disaster Dec 21st 1910 aged 21 years
In the midst of life, we are in death.