Coal Miners' Memorial Inscriptions
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 69 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0497 |
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.
Notes
Arthur Lee was killed while shotfiring at Howe Bridge Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 266 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0046 |
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.
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
Notes
Ernest Alfred Hagen was crushed by tubs at Gibfield Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 365 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0075 |
In memory of
Edward Hatton
who died January 18th 1883,
aged 36 years.
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.
Notes
Edward Hatton was a fireman killed at Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 409 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0102 |
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.
Notes
Victoria Pit was part of Howe Bridge Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 439 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0060 |
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.
Notes
Joseph Deakin was a collier killed by a roof fall in Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 524 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0096 |
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.
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.
Notes
Bedford (Wood End) Colliery was about 2km S of Atherton and operated by J. Speakman & Sons
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 506 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0175 |
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.
Notes
Joseph Smith was a foreman mechanic killed by machinery in the engine house at Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 578 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2937 |
James Holcroft,
who died
January 18th 1882, aged 39 years.
Also Alice his wife, who died
July 18th 1888, aged 50 years.
Notes
James Holcroft was a fireman who was killed while shotfiring at Gibfield Cilliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 588 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2957 |
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.
Notes
Joseph Morris was a collier who was killed by a coal fall in Lovers Lane Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 618 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2998 |
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.
Notes
John Dalton was killed by a tub at Gibfield Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 816 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2919 |
In memory of
William Mulineux,
son of Thomas and Jane Mulineux,
who died Feby 8th 1867 aged 25 years.
All you that come to see my grave,
think how quickly I was gone;
death did to me short warning give,
therefore be careful how you live.
Also Thomas Mulineux,
who died Octr 22nd 1887, aged 75 years.
Also Jane wife of Thomas Mulineux,
who died Sepr 9th 1874, aged 61 years.
Notes
William Mulineux was killed in a coal fall at Howe Bridge Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 866 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2935 |
In affectionate remembrance of
Mary
wife of William Preston
who died October 23rd 1882,
aged 37 years.
Also Ann daughter of the above
who died September 30th 1880,
aged 1 year and 7 months.
Also John their son
who died February 18th 1881,
aged 4 years and 8 months.
Also the above
William Preston
who died August 23rd 1884,
aged 38 years.
Also Fred son of
William and Ann Preston
who died Janr 1st 1888, aged 3 years.
Also Mary Jane daughter of
William and Mary Preston
who died April 30th 1888, aged 20 years.
Also Adam Preston,
who died March 7th 1915, aged 60 years.
Notes
William Preston was killed by a coal fall in Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 874 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2952 |
Sacred to the memory of
Isaiah Alldred,
who was drowned at
Peelwood Colliery, November 2nd 1895,
aged 53 years.
Also Elizabeth, wife of the above
who died July 1st 1906,
aged 62 years.
Also Ralph, son of the above,
who died September 30th 1882,
aged 14 years.
Notes
Isaiah Alldred, collier of Bolton Road, Atherton was buried 7 Nov 1895. Peelwood was a Tyldesley Coal Co. colliery at Shakerley about 1km east of Atherton
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 894 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2920 |
In memory of
Ann
the daughter of
Jacob & Jane Worthington
who died Decr 21st 1838 aged 18 months
Also Jane Worthington who died
March 26th 1860 aged 10 years.
Also Ralph Worthington who died
March 16th 1865 aged 24 years.
Also Jacob Worthington who died
March 28th 1872 aged 18 years.
Notes
Jacob Worthington was a wagoner killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 899 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2947 |
In memory of
George Hall
who died November 24th 1….6, aged 4.. years.
Also Maria Hall wife of the above,
who died June 9th 1895, aged 70 years.
Also Joseph their son,
who died August 30th 1901 aged …years
Until the day breaks
and the shadows flee away.
Notes
George Hall was a furnaceman crushed to death in a cage accident in Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 917 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2942 |
Joseph Holaday
died March 28th 1872,
aged 14 years.
Notes
Joseph Holaday was a rolly hooker killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 928 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2960 |
In memory of
Henry Whittle
who died Janry 20th 1868,
aged 56 years.
Also of Sarah Whittle wife of the above
who died September 15th 1897, aged 69 years.
Also Ralph Whittle who died Novr 8th
1871 aged 20 years.
Also Thomas Whittle who died March 28th
1872, aged 19 years.
Also Ralph Whittle born May 27th 1880
died July 8th 1880.
Notes
Thomas Whittle was a drawer killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 943 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2913 |
In memory of
John the son of William
and Mary Riley of Atherton
who died on the 4th day of June
1858 aged 20 years.
When blooming youth's beauty is most brave
death plucks us and plants us in the grave
take care your….precious time to spend
your lives are short and quickly at an end.
Also John Riley
who died January 11th 1862
aged 2 years.
Also William Riley
who died March 15th 1872 aged
56 years.
Also Mary Riley wife of the above
who died July 18th 1882
aged 66 years.
Notes
John Riley was burned in a firedamp explosion at Howe Bridge Colliery on 25 May 1858 and died later
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 1060 | |||
Image No. | IMG_3038 |
Sacred to the memory of
Allen, son of
Israel & Ann Howcroft,
of Atherton, who died March 28th 1872,
aged 16 years.
Also the above Israel Howcroft,
who died April 27th 1883,
aged 69 years.
And the above Ann Howcroft,
who died March 8th 1890,
aged 71 years.
Notes
Allen Howcroft was a wagoner killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 1107 | |||
Image No. | IMG_3030 |
In memory of
William Gregory,
who died March 30th 1872
aged 37 years
Also Mary wife of the above
who died Sepr 1st 1878,
aged 46 years.
Also Thomas son of the above
who died April 9th 1891,
aged 19 years.
In the midst of life we are in death.
Notes
William Gregory was a collier killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 1147 | |||
Image No. | IMG_3020 |
In affectionate remembrance of
Hezekiah Stayley who
departed this life 6th
October 1872 aged 30 years.
Cut down like a flower in the
morning of life.
Kezia Jane Stayley daughter of
the above who departed this life
14th January 1874 aged 7 months.
Also Mary Stayley, grand daughter of the
above, who died November 28th 1904,
aged 2 years.
Also Jane Hilton relict of the above
Hezekiah Stayley who died Jan 6th 1931
aged 84 years.
Notes
Hezekiah Stayley was a blacksmith killed at Crombouke Day Eye Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 1823 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2832 |
In loving memory of
John Ball,
who died September 11th 1884,
aged 50 years.
Also Sarah Ball, who died
February 13th 1897, aged 61 years.
Gone but not forgotten.
Also Joseph, son of the above,
who died February 7th 1895,
aged 30 years.
O Lord we do rejoice to know,
he is completely blest,
he fled from sorrow sin and woe,
and with his saviour rests.
Also John, son of the above,
who died August 9th 1902,
aged 47 years.
Notes
John Ball was a coal trimmer killed by moving wagons at the surace at Gibfield Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 773 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0312 |
In loving memory of
John Peacock
who died October 22nd 1895
aged 49 years.
I could no longer stay,
because it was my saviours will
to call me hence away.
Also Margaret, wife of the above
who died January 18th 1906,
aged 53 years.
Notes
John Peacock was a roadman killed at Gibfield Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 951 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0316 |
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.
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.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 1683 | |||
Image No. | IMG_469 |
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.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 1691 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0473 |
In loving memory of
Elijah
the beloved son of
Elijah and Harriett Baddeley
who lost his life at Nelson Pit
December 11th 1917, aged 17 years.
Also Leonard their beloved son
who died February 23rd 1910 aged 4 years
There is a link death cannot sever
love and remembrance last forever
Also Harriet mother of the above
who died October 2nd 1920,
aged 43 years.
With loved ones gone before
Also Elijah Baddeley,
who died Aug. 30th 1961,
aged 83 years.
Also Sarah Ellen Jones,
who died Jan. 16th 1970,
aged 65 years.
Fred Jones 1898-1981
Notes
Nelson Pit was about 1km NE of Hindsford, Atherton, and operated by Shakerley Collieries
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 1710 | |||
Image No. | IMG_477 |
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.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 1768 | |||
Image No. | IMG_470 |
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.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 1845 | |||
Image No. | IMG_472 |
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.
upon their silent grave,
where they sleep on, without dreaming,
those we loved, but could not save.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_2983 |
Atherton Collieries
Sick and
Burial Society,
Given by the relatives of
Daniel Rigby.
and
Joseph Doyle.
Notes
Daniel Rigby was killed in Chanters Colliery and buried 27 Jan 1877 in Grave 774. Joseph Doyle was killed in Gibfield Colliery and buried 10 Mar 1877 in Grave 753
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_3873 |
Treasured memories of
our dear son
George Ashby,
who died Jan. 5th 1940,
aged 31 years.
his father
Henry Booth Ashby
who died Nov. 6th 1966,
aged 78 years.
Also Amelia Ashby
wife of the above
who died Sept. 11th 1968,
aged 80 years.
Saviour in thy gracious keeping
leave we now our loved one sleeping.
Notes
George Ashby was a collier killed by a roof fall at Chanter No.1 Pit
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_4246 |
In loving memory of
George Albert
the beloved son of
George & Emily Banks of Atherton
who fell asleep July 22nd 1916,
aged 15 years & 9 months.
We loved him well but Jesus loved him best
Also Emily Banks wife of the above
George Banks
who died Sept. 16 1922,
aged 57 years.
At rest in Paradise.
Beloved and respected.
Also the above George Banks,
who died April 13th 1934,
aged 71 years.
Also Amelia Florence & George
children of the above who died in infancy.
Peace perfect peace.
Notes
George Albert Banks was pit brow worker killed by a tub on the coal screens at Chanters No.1 Pit
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 110 | |||
Image No. | PMI Bullough |
In loving memory of
John
the beloved husband of
Elizabeth Bullough,
who died Dec. 21st 1910,
aged 56 years.
Also Adam, their son
who died Dec. 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.
Notes
John and Adam Bullough were colliers killed in the Pretoria Pit disaster. John was never identified and is in the vault for unknown victims at Westhoughton Cemetery.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_4586 |
In loving memory of
John
the beloved husband of
Hannah Carter,
who died July 15?th 1914 aged 30 years
The dearest friends on earth must part,
how loving they may be,
they little know when they must die,
and be cut down like me.
Also James Wright,
who died Jan 29th 1925 aged 67 years.
Resting where no shadows fall.
Also Robert Cooley,
who died June 9th 1941, aged 56 years.
Peacefully sleeping free from pain,
in God's own time we'll meet again.
Also Hannah Cooley,
who died March 24th 1945, aged 58? years.
There is a link death cannot sever,
love and remembrance last forever,
with loved one's gone before.
Notes
John Carter was a collier killed by a roof fall in the Gibfield Arley Mine
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_4338 |
In loving memory of
Sam, the dearly loved husband of
Florence Derbyshire.
A member of Abram Colliery Prize Band.
who lost his life in the Plank Lane
Colliery disaster, Oct. 10th 1932,
aged 42 years.
In God's keeping.
Also Florence Bradshaw,
died Jan 3rd 1962, aged 69 years.
Notes
Sam Derbyshire was one of 19 men drowned when a cage plunged into the shaft sump in an overwind accident
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 1679 | |||
Image No. | PMI Darlington |
In loving memory of
Joseph,
the beloved husband of
Sarah Ann Darlington,
who died Dec. 21st 1910,
aged 28 years.
In the midst of life we are in death.
Notes
Joseph Darlington was a collier killed in the Pretoria Pit disaster.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_3883 |
In loving memory of
William A.
Davenport
died 24th Sept. 1951
aged 60 years.
Also Elizabeth his dear wife
died 11th October 1967
aged 72 years.
Also a dearly loved husband
Guy Walton
died 24th Sept. 1975
aged 59 years.
Notes
William Davenport was one of the two survivors of the Pretoria Pit disaster in 1910
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_4591 |
To the dear memory of
Leonard
the loving and devotedly loved son of
George & Susanna Doncaster,
who passed to the higher life
Dec 27th 1911, in his 19th year.
Also the above George Doncaster
who died Jan 12th 1927, aged 56 years.
Loved, Lost, Mourned.
Also the above
Susanna Doncaster
who died Aug 19th 1943,
aged 73 years.
Notes
George Doncaster was a platelayer run over by a railway wagon at Chanters Colliery.
Location | |||
St James the Great, Daisy Hill | |||
Image No. | PMI Dootson Henry |
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
Notes
Henry Dootson was a drawer killed in the Pretoria Pit disaster.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery NG 1680 | |||
Image No. | PMI Eccleston |
Of your charity pray for the soul of
James,
the beloved husband of
Jemima Eccleston,
who died Dec. 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 Dec. 21st 1910, aged 31 years.
and was interred in Tyldesley Cemetery.
Also William, their son
who died Dec. 21st 1910, aged 20 years.
Notes
James (father & son) Eccleston were colliers, and William Eccleston a drawer, all killed in the Pretoria Pit disaster.
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery |
In loving memory of
Joseph Thomas
beloved huband of
Jane Henshaw
born Feb 23rd 1883,
died June 28th 1918.
Also the above Jane Henshaw,
who died Sept. 24th 1924, aged 60 years,
cremated Sept. 28th 1944.
……
In remembrance?
Joseph Henshaw
from
Atherton Collieries
………
Firemen
Notes
Joseph Thomas Henshaw was a fireman killed by a roof fall at Chanters Colliery. The memorial from Atherton Collieries firemen is on a separate stone at the foot of the main monument - it is badly damaged.
Location | |||
Westhoughton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | LL 2281 |
In loving memory of
John Hodson
of Atherton,
who was killed in the explosion
at the Lovers Lane Colliery
March 28th 1872 aged 38 years.
Also Ann his wife
who died December 31st 1891,
aged 53 years.
And also
Mary Elizabeth,
William,
Betsy,
Lydia,
infant children of the above.
Notes
John Hodson was a collier killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery No.4 Ground Grave 1937 | |||
Image No. | IMG_4568 |
In loving memory of
John William Hook,
died Oct. 15th 1955,
aged 54 years.
Also
Alice Woods Hook
loving wife and mam
died Oct 7th 1986
aged 79 years
Re-united
Notes
John William Hook was a packer killed at Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery No.4 Ground Grave 1821 | |||
Image No. | IMG_3881 |
In most loving memory of
Leslie,
the beloved husband of Gladys Inman
and father of Philip, Stewart and Ian
died March 6th 1957, aged 40 years.
Also his loving wife
Gladys
a beloved mum and grandma
died October 20th 1989
aged 71 years.
…….
Leslie
from
workmates
Notes
Leslie Inman was an electrician, one of 8 men killed by an explosion at Chanters Colliery. The MI from workmates is on a flower holder at the base of the graveston
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery No.3 ground Grave 81 | |||
Image No. | IMG_4571 |
To the dear memory of
Walter
the beloved husband of
Maggie Johnson,
who died Dec. 25th 1921,
aged 29 years.
Also Maggie his beloved wife
who died Jan 9th 1934,
aged 41 years.
Also Matthew, dearly loved husband of
Betsy Hayes,
who died Aug 4th 1952, aged 65 uears.
We cannot Lord thy purpose see
but all is well that's done by thee.
Also the above Betsy Hayes,
who died March 9th 1974, aged 85 years.
Notes
Walter Johnson was a collier killed at Gibfield Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_4337 |
In loving memory of
my dear husband
Albert T. Lawrenson
killed at Bedford Colliery
Jan 30th 1934, aged 44 years.
In the midst of life, we are in death.
Notes
Bedford Colliery was about 2km S of Atherton and operated by Manchester Collieries Ltd.
Location | |||
Westhoughton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | LL 2282 |
In loving memory of
John Lee
of Atherton
who died
28th March 1872 aged 34 years.
In the midst of life we are in death.
Also Margaret Culshaw his twin sister
who died at Wrightington
8th May 1887, aged 50 years
The memory of the just is missed.
And of his twin grand-children
Alice Aspinall
born June 27th 1880 died March 31st 1881
Hannah Aspinall
born June 27th 1880 died Oct 24th 1881
Also of his grand-child
Ellen Aspinall
born Feb 5th 1884 died Aug 12th 1884
The Lord gave & the Lord hath taken away
Blessed be the name of the Lord
Notes
John Lee was a collier killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery No.4 Ground Grave 1822 | |||
Image No. | IMG_3880 |
In loving memory of
our dear son
Eric Nutter
died 20th March 1957,
through injuries received in Chanters Colliery disaster
aged 21 years.
Thine will be done.
Also Charles Nutter beloved father of the above
died 6th Jan. 1974, aged 78 years.
Also Florence Nutter
dearly loved wife and mother of the above
died 8th Jan. 1989, aged 89 years.
Notes
Eric Nutter was a repairer, one of 8 men killed by an explosion at Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 638 | |||
Image No. | IMG_2968 |
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.
Notes
Edward Sandelands was a collier poisoned by fumes from shot firing at Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Leigh Cemetery 14-W-10 | |||
Image No. | IMG_4157 |
In remembrance of
Elizabeth daughter of John & Ellen
Smith, who departed this life Septr. 27th
1871, aged 21 years.
Also Robert son of the above and
husband of Esther Smith, who departed
this life March 28th 1872, aged 24 years.
Also John Smith father of the above
who departed this life August 6th 1884
aged 62 years.
Also Ellen, wife of the above
John Smith, who departed this life
Novr. 27th 1905, aged 88 years.
Notes
Robert Smith was a collier killed in the Lovers Lane Colliery disaster
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery | |||
Image No. | IMG_3858 |
In ever loving memory of
Clifford
the beloved son of
Albert Edward
& Clara Stones,
who was killed on Sept. 21st 1935,
aged 24 years.
Also the above Albert Edward,
who was killed on May 24th 1941,
aged 55 years.
Also Clara, beloved wife of the above
who died July 8th 1952, aged 67 years.
Though death devides, fond memories cling.
Notes
Albert Edward Stones was a timber withdrawer killed at Chanters No.2 Pit
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery No.4 Ground Grave 1816 | |||
Image No. | IMG_3882 |
Treasured memories of
a dearly loved husband and dad
Kenneth Tryner
killed March 6th 1957, at Chanters Colliery
aged 31 years.
He went before he could say goodbye.
Notes
Kenneth Tryner was an electrician's mate, one of 8 men killed by an explosion at Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery No.4 Ground Grave 1207 | |||
Image No. | IMG_3876 |
In loving memory of
a dearly loved husband and dad,
Fred Woodward
killed in the Chanters Colliery disaster
March 6th 1957, aged 45 years.
Eternal rest give unto him Oh Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
Also Irene Day
died April 19th 1981, aged 38 years.
Dear daughter of the above.
Also Rachel Woodward
died Nov. 3rd 1996, aged 88 years.
dear wife, mother and grandma.
Notes
Fred Woodward was an engine driver, one of 8 men killed by an explosion at Chanters Colliery
Location | |||
Atherton Cemetery 256 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0123 |
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. Killed by a coal & roof fall at Lovers Lane Colliery
Location | |||
Hindley Cemetery CE-E9-37 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0647 |
Albert Whittle
died 17th Sept. 1948,
aged 32 years.
Workmates and Officials
Howe Bridge Colliery
Notes
Albert Whittle was a conveyor mover killed in a roof fall at Howe Bridge Colliery. The MI is on the base of a black ceramic urn at the grave site.
Location | |||
Hindley Cemetery CE-E9-57 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0648 |
In loving memory of
Ellen & Joe Barlow
Kevin Barlow
God bless
Notes
Joseph Barlow was a collier killed by a roof fall at Chanters Colliery. The Mis are on two black ceramic cubic flower stands.
Location | |||
Hindley Cemetery CE-C6-335 | |||
Image No. | IMG_0652 |
In loving memory of
Colin Wolstenholme
died 16th Oct 1958,
aged 21 years.
At rest.
Also a dear
Mother
and Grandma
Edith
Wolstenholme
died 27th March 1978,
aged 60 years.
Notes
Colin Wolstenholme was a cutterman killed by a roof and coal fall at Gibfield Colliery.
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