LYNCHBURG, VA - CEMETERIES – Presbyterian Cemetery ----¤¤¤---- Source: Library of Virginia Digital Collection LVA Titled Files: Survey Report, Presbyterian Cemetery: 1936 Mar. 3 Research made by Susan Beardsworth Cemetery Location: Lynchburg, Virginia DATE: About 1820. OWNERS: Presbyterian Church. DESCRIPTION: None. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: 1. On a rather plain stone with a scroll top-about two feet wide by three feet high, this inscription appears: Sacred to the memory of Maurice Langhorne, Jr. Died February 21, 1865 Aged 78 years Distinguished in life for these attributes which enoble human nature, he died trusting in Jesus Christ; in humble confidence of a resurrection with the Saints. 2. On a marble slab three by six feet, lying flat on the ground: Sacred to the memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Langhorne wife of Colonel Maurice Langhorne She was born 3rd June 1787 Died 9th April 1843 She lived the life of a Christian, and was conspicuous for all the domestic virtues; a most devoted wife, affection mother. A kind mistress, a warm and generous friend. She left behind her a memory respected by all, and preciously dear to her family “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.” 3. Marble shaft about 10 feet high, mounted on 3 ½ feet base, with an carn deaped top, is this inscription on the bas: To my husband William Hunter Meriwether Thou are gone, but not forgotten At Rest To the left and right, respectively, are two small stones about 1 ½ ft. and these have a dove with a leaf in its beak and underneath “N.D. Meriwether, Died May 31, 1861, Age 16 Months”. The other has this: “J.M. Meriweather”. This little stone has a rosebud on it. 4. On a marble slab, placed flat on ground, about three by six feet. Sacred to this memory of Major Colin Buckner who departed this life, 28th Feb’y 1836 aged that day 58 years. He was for many years an officer in the U.S. Army; and in this station as in all the other varied moral, social and endearing relations of life which he sustained, such as husband, parent and master; he filled the measure of his duty in the most exemplary manner; He died as he has lived, with the most firm and unshaken faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. And with a perfect assurance of a bright and glorious immortality beyond the grave. 5. Enclosed in a blue iron fence, is this lone grave, with a plain marble headstone, three feet wide, two feet high; bearing this inscription: Frances P. Wife Fielding L. Williams Died June 29th, 1833 6. On an old weather beaten, cracked, flat marble slab three by six feet overgrown by boxwood and cedar, is this inscription: John William E. Buckner Born in Nottoway Co., Feb’y 21, 1820 Died in Lynchburg, Decr. 25, 1857 A Mother’s affection prompts this momento to mark the last resting place of an affectionate and dutiful son. 7. Flat marble slab three by six feet contains this inscription: Sacred to the memory of Joseph Edwin Royal who departed this life the 3rd of June 1836 in the 44 year of his age an honest, upright man whose life was marked by the virtues of a christian, whose end was peaceful and happy. 8. A marble slab placed flat on the ground contains this inscription: Sacred to the memory of Christopher Anthony who departed this life on the 3rd of September, 1835 in the 59th year of his age He was a Lawyer of distinguished ability; To natural endowments of a high order, he united a profound knowledge of the human heart; with sincere though umpretending faith as a Christian, and was conspicuous for all domestic virtues, and a most devoted husband, an affectionate Father a king master, a warm and generous friend. He has left behind him a memory respected by all and preciously dear to his family. Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace. 9. A marble monument about 3 by 6 feet with square cut lines: Erected in memory of Ammon Hancock Esq. For many years a merchant and at different times Alderman and Mayor of the Corporation of Lynchburg. He was born on the 10th day of February 1788. Lived an active, honest and useful life. And died on the 18th day of May 1847 Carrying with him to the grave, the esteem of the rich, and the blessings of the poor. And leaving no one behind him to say: “Here lies my enemy!” 10. A plain three sided granite shaft, about ten feet high, with one corner of the top broken off. A full blown rose carved just over this inscription: Elizabeth L. wife of J.H. Armistead Died 26th May 1844 Aged 32 years and 6 months Her Savoir hath said to her “Come up hither,” “Where I am, there shall ye be also.” 11. On another side of this same shaft, with a rosebud over it is this: Sally Cary Daughter of J.H. & E.L. Armistead Died 6th Aug. 1842 Aged 6 years, 4 months 20 days In Heaven, there Angels do always behold the face of my Father. 12. On the third side of the same shaft; a rosebud above it, is this: Maurice L. Armistead Died 15th July 1844 Aged 5 months 24 days Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven 13. A monument 15 feet high, elaborately carved with clasped hands and leaves and flowers. An anchor and chain over one inscription while the other has the figure of a kneeling angel over it. And on the sides, over the clasped hands, it has hands with index finger points upward. These inscriptions appear on opposite sides, “Father and Mother” with the clasped hands between the names. On the other two sides- on the one it has this: David C. Murrell Born 28th Nov. 1794 Died May 2, 1840 45 years 5 mos. 4 days 14. On the other side it has this: Alice Murrell Born 28th Sept. 1799 Died Jan. 29th 1882 Aged 82 yrs. 4 mos. 1 day On the base of the monument “Murrell”. 15. A fancy shaped slab with elaborately carved top, resting on a rough stone base; altogether about 2 by 3 ½ feet: Alphonso Fletcher Born May 28, 1823 Died August 19, 1853 Aged 30 years 3 mos. & 9 days May He Rest in Peace 16. A four foot oval top stone, with full blown rose over inscription: Mary Margaret consort of N.C. Taliaferro Died June 23, 1857 A true heart lies beneath these clods, And ever dear shall by thy cherished form. 17. A small twin head and foot stone, with sides also of marble, enclosing the whole grave. Rosebuds on each stone. On one Mary Rosalie Born May 10, 1854 Died Aug. 16, 1862 18. The other: Lucy Bell Born March 11, 1818 Died Oct’r 26, 1848 Children of John C. & Martha M. Shields 19. A very large shaft, probably 25 feet high, marked “Elliott”: William Elliott Born at Belfast, Ireland 1797 Died Sept. 3 1869 20. And: Harry Ann wife of William Elliott and daughter of Capt. Henry Ballinger Born May 28, 1807 Died July 21, 1885 21. On the side of the same shaft is this: Annie O. wife of Jno. W. Jones Dau. of Wm. & Harry Ann Elliott Born Aug. 6, 1835 Died June 10, 1893 At Rest 22. The third side of the shaft has this: William Elliott Jr. Born April 6, 1832 Died Jan. 7, 1862 23. And: John A. Elliott Died Jan. 9, 1888 Aged 50 years 24. On the fourth side of this shaft is this inscription: Edwin H. Elliott Born March 24, 1839 Killed at Battle of Seven Pines May 30, 1862 25. And: E. H. Elliott Died Jan.7, 1892 Aged 43 years 1 mo. & 7 days 26. In a beautiful kept well arranged square is a plain shaft about fifteen or twenty feet high marked “Terry” on the front of which is this inscription: A.W.C. Terry Born Dec’r 8, 1815 Died June 8, 1851 27. To the right of this shaft, a low stone of fine quality, with a spray of Easter lilies carved to the side of this inscription: Mary McLeon Stockton wife of A.W.C. Terry 1823 – 1888 28. On the left of this shaft is another low heavy stone of the same style with a musket and saber heavily carved to the side of the inscription: Charles Wentworth Terry Son of A.W.C. & M.M. Terry Fell at the Battle of Seven Pines May 31, 1862 1843 – 1862 Underneath the musket and saber is this: Co. C. 11th Va. Vol’s. 29. On a smaller, but, heavy plain stone to the right of the mother’s grave is this: Helen Child of A.W.C. Terry. 1844-1855 30. A marble stone about 2 by 4 feet, with a spreading tree carved across the top contains this: William Crawford who died February 28, 1815 In the 75th year of his age 31. Close by is a larger heavier granite stone, mounted on a base, with a sheaf of grain carved on the top, and across over this is “Mother”. Underneath is: Martha Rowan wife of William Montgomery Crawford Died May 20, 1870 Aged 70 years. 32. On another exactly the same style is “Father”: John Crawford Died Aug. 17, 1865 33. A small stone, about 1 & ½ by 2 feet with a half blown rose carved on is “Out Mother”: Victoria L. Beloved wife of T.D. Crawford Died July 28, 1862 in the 22nd year of her age Asleep in Jesus 34. A plain oval stone mounted on a base, altogether about four feet high. Across the top “In Memory of” then a hand with index finger pointing upward, and underneath this: Martha Randolph Hardy Beloved wife of Thomas J. Hardy Born Feb’y 10, 1811 Died Dec’r 25, 1854 Gone to Heaven 35. Small thin stone about 2 by 3 feet: In Memory of Our Dear Father & Mother Richard G. Kinaman Died March 17, 1853 in the 27th year of his age 36. And: Martha Kinaman Died March 1, 1876 in 73 year of her age May we meet in Heaven Our Parents here lye under ground The dearest friends we ever found, But through the Lord’s unbounded love, We’ll meet again in realms above. 37. A rather plain pointed top stone on a base, altogether about 4 feet high, contains this: In Memory of Our Father Robert M. McClintock Born in Ireland Died in Lynchburg 1863 Confederate Soldier Gone but not forgotten 38. Elaborately carved with roses, ferns and daisies; an oval top stone mounted on a base, altogether about five feet high, is this: Alexander Mortimer Born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland May 6, 1817 Died March 27, 1883 39. To the left of the above marker, is a very elaborate scroll carved stone, about a foot higher, across the top of which is: Our Mother Lucy E. wife of Alex. Mortimer Born Dec. 25, 1829 Died Oct. 20, 1886 40. To the right of the first stone, are two very small plain markers. One contains this: Maggie Lee daughter of Alex. & Lucy E. Mortimer Born Aug. 1, 1869 Died Aug. 20, 1870 41. The other has this: Alexander son of Alex. & Janet Mortimer Born Jan. 10, 1844 Died Sept. 5, 1851 42. Beyond this little marker is a stone exactly like the father’s and contains this: Janet Mortimer Wife of Alex. Mortimer Born in Aberdeenshire, Scotland June 8, 1818 Died July 4, 1852 43. To the right of the one just described is another small marker, a duplicate of the other two with the name: Isabella daughter of Alex. & Janet Mortimer Born June 30, 1849 Died July 4, 1859 44. Directly back of the first described stone, is a large pointed top stone, on which a sheaf of grain is carved. It has this inscription: Murelia Mortimer My Mother Died Feb. 20, 1863 aged 48 years Gone but not forgotten 45. The Tombs of Rev. William S. Reid and Wife Both of these are six foot granite slabs, mounted flat over graves. Sacred to the Memory of Mrs. Clementina F. Reid Consort of Rev. Wm. S. Reid who departed this life on the 11th day of August A.D. 1811 in the 54 year of her age. >From her early youth, she was a firm and practical believer in Christ. Her end was calm, peaceful, and full of hope. “Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord” 46. Inscription: Beneath this stone lie the ashes of Rev. William S. Reid D.D. for forty years the faithful and beloved pastor of the 1st. Presbyterian Church, Lynchburg, Va. He was born April 1778 in Chester, County, Penna. He died June 23, 1853; aged 75 years and 2 months. This stone was erected by his friends and the members of his church in 1855. History- “Rev. W.S. Reid, or Father Reid as he was affectionately called, came to Lynchburg and began his ministry in 1808. In 1815 he organized a society with fifteen members, gave the ground and built the first Presbyterian church in Lynchburg. The Rev. W. H. Kinkle said of him “I have known Dr. Reid for ten years, and I have never seen him in any temper than that I want to be in the last moment of my life. I have lost a friend whose character, beautiful with the reflected graces of his Lord, was a delight to study”. These lines appear underneath the inscription on Mrs. Reid’s tomb. “A feeling of sympathy for the bereaved, and respect and affection for the desceased, has prompted the erection of this memorial, by the building committee and other friends and members of the 1st. Presbyterian Church in Lynchburg.” 47. On a plain shaft 2 by 6 ft. In memory of John M. Gordon Died May 16, 1810 in the 60th year of his age The verse underneath is too dim to read. 48. On a shaft one third the size of the above, and close by, is simply: Armistead Gordon If there has been any other inscription, it is entirely gone. 49. On a handsome plain marker, about two feet high: Mrs. Sarah B. Clopton Born June 18, 1785 Died February 24, 1859 50. By the side of the above, is an older flat six foot slab, with this: Raised by an affectionate grand-daughter to the memory of James S. Warwick who died February 21st 1840 Aged 77 Whose Faith Follows 51. On a plain granite slab mounted on another the same size, three feet from the ground is this: In memory of Alphia B. Rose Daughter of Major Samuel & Ann Scott Born Dec’r 11, 1788 Died Dec’r 10th 1856 Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, for they rest from their labors, and their works do follow them. 52. On a thick 2 by 3 tombstone, across the top “Grandma”: Mary Elizabeth wife of Joseph E. Royall born March 26, 1805 Died March 14, 1893 Blessed are the pure in Heart 53. A flat white granite slab lying on ground has this inscription: Sacred to the memory of Joseph Edwin Royall who departed this life the 3rd day of June 1826 in the 44th year of his age an honest, upright man whose life was marked by the virtues of a Christian; Whose end was peaceful and happy 54. Elaborate monument, ten feet or more, surmounted by an earn, has this: Mrs. E.S. Hart youngest daughter of Col. Samuel Jordon Cabell and whose first husband was Benjamin Scruggs She died July 6, 1885 55. By the side of this, is an old flat stone, the length of the grave, mounted three feet, with this: This stone marks the resting place of Benjamin E. Scruggs A most affectionate husband A kind & true friend, who died March 28th, 1855 In the 60th year of his age This modest stone, what few vain words may truly say-“Here lies an honest man.” 56. These are flat stones closed in and mounted on the same kind of base: Erected to the memory of John W. Bagwell Born March 29th 1791 and died Septeb’r 1st, 1840 A Dutiful Son, an affectionate Brother, Devoted husband, An upright Man 57. On the other side is this: In memory of Sarah Ann wife of John W. Bagwell and daughter of Grief Barksdale of Charlotte Cty., who was born 24 March 1811 and died 8, March 1841 Her’s was an humble, meek, and benevolent life, and her death that of the resigned and placid Christian. 58. On a very odd shaped, plain low shaft, about eight feet, is this: Caroline S. Wife of the Rev. Edward H. Cumpston Pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church who died in her 23rd year Jan’y 28, 1842 Faith, has become fruition, Hope-Heaven. Her record is on high 59. On the side of the shaft is this: Emily Skinner the only child of the Rev. Edw’d H. Cumpston and Caroline S. Cumpston In her 20th month April 28, 1843 Doctor Owens first wife, whom he married in 1819, lived only a few years. There were no children by the last marriage. The brothers and sisters of Ann Otway Carter, the great niece of George Washington, were Farley, Fielding and George Washington Carter; Eleanor who married Col. Henry Brown of Albemarle County, and Sarah, who married Sir John Peyton, and Maria Ball, who married Prof. George Tucker. Mrs. Narcissa Owen, in her “Memoirs-1831-1907: “After the death of my husband, Col. R.L. Owen, and his brother Doctor William Otway Owen, (who were the only children of Doctor William Owen and his first wife, Jane Latham, also of Culpepper County) I fell heir to a number of relics of the Washington family and also a great many letters belonging to the Lewis and Carter families, which I carefully preserved. I had these with me when I met Mrs. Smith, a granddaughter of Maria Ball Tucker. Knowing that Mrs. Smith was a blood kinswoman of the authors of all these letters, I presented them to her. :The following is a letter I received from Mrs. Smith on her return to the University, showing her appreciation of my gift of the letters.” “University of Virginia, March 9, 1893. “My dear Mrs. Owen: I cannot feel satisfied without writing again to thank you for the treasure that you put into my hands in these family letters, and I cannot begin to thank you in words for the great pleasure that their perusal has given me, my children, and a brother and sister. There is one letter alone, from my grandmother which we all think one of the most beautiful, in its unstudied eloquence and pathos, that we ever came across, and I am going to have copies made for those who will prize them most. There is much to stimulate one in coming into contact with relations so good and pure as were those old Lewises and Carters, and I shall do my best to impress the lessons taught upon those to come after me. My dear mother seems to be failing rapidly, but she is ripe for heaven. A doctor brother has come and is relieving her greatly. With warm regards, Sincerely your friend, (signed) Mary Stuart Smith Mrs. Smith was the wife of Professor Frank Smith of the University. Mrs. Owen goes on to quote the following notices: “The Deaths of a Day. Persons prominent in their respective stations in life. “Charlottesville, Va. March 11, 1893 – Special – Mrs. Eliza L.C. Harrison, widow of the late Prof. Gessner Harrison, died this morning, at the residence of her son-in-law Prof. Francis H. Smith. Her father, Prof. George Tucker, was one of the original faculty of the University of Virginia, selected by Mr. Jefferson, and appointed to the chair of moral philosophy in 1825, at the opening of the first session of the school. She was married to Gessner Harrison, the professor of ancient languages, who succeeded to the chair made vacant by the resignation of the illustrious George Ong, in 1828. Mrs. Harrison descended from the Washingtons, Lewises, and the Carters. Her funeral will take place tomorrow.” 60. On a flat stone, with a half blown rose carved across the top, is this inscription: Here lie the remains of Ann Maria Longhorne late consort of Maurice S. Langhorne To whose memory be consecrated this tribute of affection, Her life beautifully illustrated the courage and Christian virtues, And her death the triumph of a living faith. Her ashes repose in this mournful solitude at the foot of her sainted mother’s grave. Whom doubtless long ere this, she has rejoined in a happy clime, Until their dust shall be reunited and readorned in the bloom of eternal life. She was born April the 4, 1827 Married November 2, 1843 Died May 18, 1847. 61. Near by all of the graves mentioned before, is this one: She died in the faith of a happy immortality Sacred to the memory of Ann Maria Keen wife of Elisha Keen And daughter of Jesse Hare; deceased. Born Sept. 25, 1813 Peacefully lay her down to rest, Spread the turf kindly o’er her breast, Sweet is the slumber beneath the sod While her pure soul rests with her God. 62. By the side of her grave, with the same kind of beautiful flat stone, is the grave of her husband: Sacred to the memory of Elisha Keen Who died Jan’y 16, 1844 In the meridian of life May his soul rest in peace 63. On a plain slab, lying on the ground is this inscription: George Washington Eldest son of Abrum and S.L. North Born Dec’r 18th 1823 Died August 19, 1857 Aged 23 years His illness was of but short duration. It pleased Almighty God to cut him down suddenly in the buoyancy of health; in the hey-day of life; the only remaining child of a Widowed Mother. A dutiful son, kind, gentle and manly; his many virtues won him many friends. A weeping Mother erects this monument to his memory. Sleep on my Son until we shall stand together around the throne of the great “I am” never again to be separated. 64. On a very plain stone: Sacred to the memory of Elizabeth Watson Jones daughter of Alex. P. and Caroline Lambeth Watson and Widow of Charles Jones who fell in Picketts charge up Cemetery Hill, July 3, 1863 She survived her husband only a few weeks. She died on the 10th day of August 1863 Aged 20 years, Beloved by all May her soul rest in peace 65. On a small grey stone is this: Robert K. Watkins Christian Husband and Father June 1861 66. By the side of it: In memory of Judith T. 2nd wife of Robert K. Watkins Died Nov. 13, 1857 67. On another stone exactly like the latter is: Harriet E. Wife of Robert K. Watkins Died 1852 68. A heavy cross, about four feet marks this grave: In memory of Mrs. Ann Otway Wright Daughter of Otway and Anna of Westover, Va., Born March 24, 1794 Died May 10, 1874 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all 69. Near the above grave is a shaft six feet, with a wreath and ”Lelia” on front-below is: Lelia Lee Died January 12, 1846 Aged 23 years A smile hath passed which filled our home with light A soul whose beauty made that smile grow bright, Love for the dead who leaves us when they part Such hope as she has left The Pure in Heart 70. A five foot shaft, marked “CARY”, underneath: Miles Cary & his wife 71. Eliza King Cary Their daughters: 72. Mrs. Sallie C. Nelson 73. Mrs. Mary K. Spencer 74. By the side of this shaft is a stone lying flat on ground but from its style, it must have been standing, and over a spray of flowers “S.F. Cary”, underneath: His Iacent Religuiae Susanne F. Cary Joannis Cary Coniugis et George K, et Susanne A. Lambeth Filiae, Nota est die 9 mo. Sept. Anno 1808 Obiit die 15 mo, Jannarii Anno 1852 Coniux Amantissimus, Filii Quatuor, et filiae, tres ei, Supersunt, et eius interitum lugent. Requiescat in pace. 75. On a four foot stone: In Memory of John McKinney Died May 10, 1854 In the 54th year of his age For many years was Treasurer of the Citizens Saving Bank at Lynchburg. He discharged the duties of his office with activity, zeal and fidelity, and to the hour of his death he sustained the well merited character of a faithful friend and an honest man 76. With a rose above, “Asleep in Jesus” and underneath: Our Mother Jane G. Wife of Thomas McKinney Died October 13, 1853 Aged 52 years Them which sleep in Jesus Will God bring with Him 77. By the side of her grave is that of her husband, who died 1867: Thomas McKinney 78. This shaft s about ten feet high: William B.Roane Born May 8, 1824 Died January 2, 1855 79. By the side of this is a cross with: Frank Roane Born Nov. 17, 1850 Died Dec. 8, 1900 He opened his mouth with wisdom and is his tongue was the law of kindness (I took this inscription because there is a school building in the city called “Frank Roane” in his memory.) 80. On a very handsome shaft ten feet or more is “Boyd” over a cross: In memory of James Boyd Born Feby 10, 1798 Died June 17, 1855 A devoted Husband and Father An Upright and Enterprising Citizen A True Friend of the Poor and Distressed A Faithful Son of the P.R.O.E.P. Church The memory of the just is blessed Them which sleep in Jesus, will God bring with him 81. On one side: In memory of Our Mother Ann Maury Boyd Relict of James K. Boyd who died May 19, 1862 Aged 54 years With affection undiminished Loving hearts will still faithful cherish The memory of thy virtues Her children rise up and call her Blessed 82. On another side is: Charles Augustus Boyd second son of James M. and Ann M. Boyd died in defence of his country Nov. 26, 1863 Aged 21 years 83. Inscription: William Kinkle Boyd Youngest son of James M. & Ann M. Boyd Died from desease contracted in the army July 10, 1865 Aged 17 years 84. Near by these graves is a very lovely and unique square of rough granite, about 2 by 3 feet, with a volume lying on top, to indicate, I suppose, that he was a scholor: Sacred to the memory of Thomas A. Cobbs Born ______ Died 28th May 1847 85. On a stone about three feet high, covered with flowers around the top, and underneath: James Chalmers Company B. 2nd Va. Cavalry C.S.A. Born in Halifax Co. Va., September 21, 1829 And killed in Discharge of his Duty as a Soldier at Annondale in Fairfax Co. Va., October 1st, 1861 A woman in purity and gentleness; a child in innocence, he was yet the brave man fearing nothing but his God. He fell a Christian Soldier with his hand on hilt and eye on Heaven; fighting at once the banner of his Country and the cross of his Saviour. 86. A round, heavily carved stone, with side and foot pieces: overgrown with Clematis, Violets and Valley Lilies, is this inscription: Nannie Wife of Richard Pollard Born Feb. 26, 1839 Died Aug. 1, 1861 Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God By her side is a tiny stone, marked “Our Child in Heaven” 87. On two grey granite markers, exactly alike, are these names and dates: Joseph B. Nowlin 1810 – 1856 88. And: Susan Jones Nowlin 1810 – 1864 89. A square shaft, about five feet high has this inscription: Moelick James B. 1810 – 1864 90. And: His wife, Mary J. 1819 – 1862 91. A flat slab, three feet from ground has a cross and “IHS”: Sacred to the memory of Mary A. Dolan consort of James Dolan who departed this life Jan’y 3rd 1817 aged 47 years Requicscait in Pace 92. By the side of this grave is a shaft about eight feet, marked with masonic emblem, and: In memory of James Dolan a native of Ireland Died Oct. 23rd, 1817 aged 19 years 93. On a shaft about ten feet high is only this inscription: James B. Renwick 1853 94. A flat slab, mounted two feet from ground, inscription: Sacred to the memory of Samuel Boal a native of Donigan, Antrim County, Ireland Who departed this life on the 19th day of December 1835 in 25th year of his age 95. By the side of this is a stone similar, and this: Sacred to a memory of Alexander Boal A native of Donagan County, Antrim Ireland who died the 17th March 1827 in the 23rd year of his age 96. Back of these, there is still another stone, exactly alike with the following: Sacred to the memory of John Liggat A native of Tunpatrick County, Antrim, Ireland Who departed this life on the 21st August 1835 in the 63rd year of his age 97. A scroll top heavy stone of white granite and a sheated saber has: In memory of Capt. J. Lawrence Meem (AA Gen’l) Who fell at the Battle of Seven Pines May 31st, 1862 Aged 26 years 1 mo. & 29 days. 98. By the side of the above is a stone exactly the same style, with a dove in ascent; over it: In memory of Mrs. Eliza C. Meem Wife of John G. Meem Died February 3rd, 1864 aged 68 years 6 mo. & 15 days 99. A white granite stone with a mantle draped over the corner has this: In Memoriam Charles R. Slaughter Born Sept. 29, 1819 Died Feb. 10, 1862 He rests from his labors 100. On a flat marble slab, three by six feet, mounted two feet from ground: Sacred to the memory of Mrs. Gertrude Ford Who departed this life on the 23rd June 1838 in the 61st year of her age 101. Just inside of the entrance gate, to the right, is a square shaft with a fancy earn top, altogether about five feet high: Sacred to the Memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Bailey Consort of Wm. Bailey Born the 21st May 1808 Departed this life on the 15th Sept. 1833 This stone is devoted to her memory by him who best knew her worth and most deplored her loss 102. A rather plain heavy stone: In Memorian Gen’l David Rodes Born in Albemarle Co. Va. Feb’y 1795 Died Feb’y 15, 1862 Aged 67 years 103. By the side of his grave is that of his wife: Fannie Louisa a daughter of the late Robert C. & Lucy Penn of Bedford County, Va. Born Jan. 21, 1818 104. By the side of her grave is a small stone: a lamb reclining with “DAVID” and underneath: The Loved One Son of David & F.L. Rodes Born May 25th 1852 Died June 25th 1855 105. On the other side of Gen’l Rodes’ grave is a stone: Memory of Martha Ann wife of D. Rodes who died 15th of Jan. 1844 in the 40th year of her age 106. Near by the above graves is a handsome stone, over the top: In Memoriam Robert Emmet Rodes Major General in the Confederate States Army Born March 30, 1829 and killed at the Battle of Winchester, Va. September 19, 1864 Aged 35 years 107. A heavy stone bears this inscription: In Memory of Lieut. Henry D. Yancy Son of Wm. T. & Lucy E. Yancy (and of Gen’l R.E. Rodes,) Bearer of State Flag 2nd. Va. Cavalry Of rare promise & merit, irreproachable; amongst the bravest of the brave. Fell near Spottsylvania C.H. on the 8th of May 1864, a martyr to a lost cause. Born Aug. 10th, 1842 Sweet by thy rest Blissful thy immortality 108. A beautiful shaft of fifteen feet or more, set between two Magnolia trees, at the top of which is “SAUNDERS”, underneath this a star with “G”; lower down a live oak tree cut in two, and below: This column marks the Burial Place of James D. Saunders, who departed this life in Lynchburg June 5th 1851 in the 27th year of his age. Brave, noble, ardent and disinterested; it required not length of years to endear him to a large circle of admiring friends, who have claimed of his family the privilege of placing this marble over his remains as a monument to his virtues and a memorial of their love. In the Garland Square, which is enclosed by a granite rail, and is one of the handsomest in the cemetery, are the following markers: 109. A beautiful white shaft, ten feet or more, a wreath on front and below: Here repose the mortal remains of Maurice H. Garland who departed this life on the 14th Sept. 1840 aged 57 years An Israelite trult, in whom there was no guile 110. Close by is a table stone, enclosed, on a white marble base: Sacred to the memory of Lucinda Rose widow and relict of Spotswood Garland Born June 13, 1786 Died July 5, 1851 111. On a flat grey stone, which is fast crumbling, and almost unreadable, lying flat on ground at the foot of the Maurice H. Garland shaft, is this inscription: Sacred to the memory of Mrs. Paulina H. Garland wife of Burr Garland who departed this life on Saturday the 27th day of September, 1828 in the 17th year of her age Mrs. G. had been wedded to the object of her dearest and earliest affections only about ten months when she was called to leave all she loved on earth. She was young, sprightly and beautiful; possessing every quality which adorns the female sex, and by her education was well fitted for the sphere in which she seemed destined to move. Scarsely had this lovely flower, its beauties and graces given promise of its excellencies, ere it was out down by the relentless hand of death. Thus in another case has the fairest prospects of happiness and domestic comfort been overcast, and an additional proof been given that permanent felicity can not be found on earth. The ways of Providence are often dark and mysterious, but they are always right. She has left a most devoted husband; a widow mother, affectionate brothers and sisters, and a numerous circle of relatives and friends to bewail her early and untimely death. She gave life to infant daughters at the expense of her own; one of them now sleeps at her side; the other one lives but can never know the warmth from a mothers smile, nor (balance of stone broken off.) 112. Near by is a white stone with a Masonic emblem: In memory of Burr Garland Born October 8th 1800 Departed this life Dec’r 9th 1869 113. A Masonic emblem and underneath: Sacred to the memory of Sam’l Garland, Sr. Born in Albemarle Co., Va. May 5, 1789 Died in Coahoma Co., Miss. Nov’r 10, 1861 My Husband By the side of the above grave; the stone exactly alike, both very heavy and handsome, is that of his wife, who died later on. 114. In the Garland plot, are also two very small stones, one bearing this: W. G. Pendleton Died 1839 115. And the other one: John A. Floyd died 3rd July 1829 116. On a small thin stone, the only one in this section, is this: To the memory of Capt. Henly Balinger who departed this life February 22, 1834 aged 60 years 117. Almost too dim to read, a tall thin stone of marble, about 4 feet, bears this: Sacred to the memory of Robert E. Hopkins who was born in the County of Charles City in the year 1826 and died in the town of Lynchburg 1849 118. On a ten foot granite shaft, plain, with a wreath at the top, inside of which is “Sallie” on the base: Sallie S. wife of John V. Morris Born June 13, 1834 Married February 22nd, 1854 Died July 19th, 1855 119. A thin stone, about 3 feet, bears this: Sacred to the memory of Richard H. Cunningham 120. And: Mrs. Virginia Cunningham the beloved wife of Richard H. Cunningham Born July 31, 1802 Died August 16, 1865 121. On a table stone: Sacred to the memory of Richard Tyree, Sr. who died Nov. 19, 1852 in the 74th year of his age 122. On the same stone: His wife, Mildred Tyree who died July 27, 1857 in the 73rd year of her age 123. On a very heavy, thick, handsome stone: In Memory of Lemuel A. Williams, M.D. who departed this life Oct. 3rd 1857 In the 33rd year of his age Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God The grave of Ann Otway Carter, the granddaughter of Fielding and Betty Washington Lewis of Kenmore, and the second wife of Dr. William Owen of Lynchburg, may be located in range 8, Lot I, second grave from the east corner. I have been trying to locate the exact grave of this woman for the past three months. She is a sister of Maria Ball Tucker, but unlike her grave, the grave of Ann Otway (Carter) Owen is not marked. 124. On a very handsome thick granite table, mounted two feet on heavy posts and a slab underneath, over the top of which is “A Husbands Tribute”, underneath, heavily carved roses, and below: In Memory of Elizabeth The beloved wife of Joseph Lawson (and daughter of John and Jane Wilson of County Monoghan, Ireland) Died March 29th 1857 In the 29th year of her age :o! Where this silent marble keeps, A friend, a wife, a mother sleeps. A heart, within whose sacred call The peaceful rivers loved to dwell, Affection warm, and faith sincere And soft humanity were there. In agony, in death resigned, She felt the wound she left behind. Her infant image, here below, Sits smiling on a fathers woe Whom there awaits, while yet he stays, Hang the lonely vale of days. A pang to secret sorrow dear A sign; an unavailing tear, Till time shall every grief remove, With life, with memory and with love. 125. Underneath is this: Also our little son Robert F. Died March 15th 1857 Aged 5 months and 1 day The rose may fade, the lilly die, But flowers immortal bloom on high; Beyond the claim of sinful powers, Our son is safe in Eden’s bowers. 126. Nearby is a heavy oval upright stone, four feet “Our Mother”, underneath a weeping willow tree: Margaret Lawson wife of Edward Lawson Born in County Monaghan, Ireland Died in Lynchburg, Va., July 20, 1862 Aged 56 years I know that my Redeemer liveth 127. On a stone, black with age and weather, lying flat on ground is this: In Memory of James L. Lambkin Born Feb. 17, 1853 Aged 70 years 128. Nearby, same kind of stone: Sacred to the memory of Annie Maria wife of E. C. Moore who was born October 10th 1828 and died March 14th 1852 She sparkled, was exalted, and went from earth to Heaven 129. On a table, broken in two: In Memory of Samuel Bransford who departed this life in Lynchburg November 3, 1837 Aged 39 years and 3 months 130. A VERY elaborate monument, placed on a mound of earth, altogether 15 or 20 feet high. Inside an Ivy wreath on the front side is: In Memory of Judith the wife of Charles C. Hudson who Died in New York December 3, 1849 Aged 36 To live in hearts we leave behind, Is not to die Faithful and lovely in every relation of life with a heart full of compassion and charity for the needy and distressed. Kind and endearing in all her deportment; She has left the impress of her purity and worth, on the hearts of mourning friends which time cannot efface. 131. A massive shaft, twenty or more feet high, with boxwood around it, and situated on a mound in the center of the square: Our Father and our Mother Edwin Mathews Born April 9, 1799 Died December 27, 1859 Aged 60 years, 8 months and 18 days 132. And: Emily M. Mathews wife of Edwin Mathews Born Feb’y 19, 1812 Died November 21, 1833 aged 21 years 133. On the side of this same shaft is: Edwin Mathews Jordan son of F.H. & C.J.M. Jordan born April 5, 1852 died April 7, 1852 A little life – a slended span, Made up of golden hours, Was all of him-he o’ped his eyes, And closed them with the flowers. 134. Another side of the shaft has this: Francis Nelson Jordan son of F.H. & C.J.M. Jordan Born Jan. 29, 1861 Died June 16, 1861 aged 4 months and 18 days I questioned of death why his pitiless blow On my beautiful heart-flower fell, And a voice from Heaven in answer replied, It is well with the child-It is well. 135. Underneath the above inscription, on the base of the shaft is this: Hic Iacet! The mortal remains of Emily the youngest daughter of Edwin and Emily Mathews Lynchburg, Va., where she was born on the 28th day of February 1833, and died in Georgetown, D.C. on the 9th day of Sep’r 1846 Aged thirteen years six months and eleven days. Farewell, yet though thy cherished form lies cold beneath this sod. Our mourning hearts in faith behold, Thy spirit with its God 136. On the fourth side of the shaft, this inscription: William Edwin Meem only child of Wm. C. & M.A. Meem Born Sept. 15, 1850 Died Aug. 24, 1851 Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven 137. On a tiny stone, shaped as a shaft, mounted on a brown base, altogether about three feet: Willie Prestiss son of A.J. & Susan J. Camp Born Nov’r 2, 1853 Died Feb’y 8, 1857 138. On a plain stone is this: In memory of John Wills born April 21, 1793 Died January 5th, 1853 139. In the same square, a large carved stone: Edwin Davies son of Creed T. & Lucy M. Wills Killed in the battle of Fisher’s Hill, Va. Sept. 22, 1864 aged 19 years A Confederate Soldier Rests Here He Fell at His Post 140. On a tiny three foot table stone is this: Underneath this tombstone lies the mortal part of Lucy Patteson infant child of Ryland & Mary P. Roberts She died on the 9th of September 1817 aged 10 months Alas! How changed that lovely flower which bloomed & charmed my heart Fair alureing comfort of our home, how soon we’er called to part. (2 lines too dim to read) And with her bright angelic form She lives to die no more. 141. Small four foot shaped stone: Capt. John Wills Davies C.S.A. Son of Geo. D. & M.A. Davies Died at Chaffers Bluff James River-May 18, 1863 aged 22 years & 18 days 142. By the side of this grave, is a stone not more than 15 inches high, in the shape of a shaft, and on the base of it is this: Richard Taylor son of G.D. & M.A. Davies Died Sept. 6, 1863 Aged 15 days 143. On an upright, thin stone about three feet, is this: Here repose the remains of Elizabeth B. Consort of William Ryan who was born in Nelson County, Va. March 11, 1784 and died August 9th, 1853 aged 59 years and 5 months There sweet be they rest till hidden arise, To hail the blest Saviour descending the skies. 144. In the Sackett square is a plain stone, across the top of which is “MOTHER”, and a calla lilly, and underneath: Evelina E. Sackett daughter of Col. John A. Aiken of Tenn. and wife of B.F. Sackett Born March 14, 1816 Died April 27, 1854 145. By the side of this is a duplicate stone, and “FATHER” across the top, a sheaf of grain underneath, and: Benjamin L. Sackett Born December 3, 1810 Died November 29, 1835 SOURCES OF INFORMATION: Informants: Miss Jeane Robertson, Amherst Court House, Virginia Duval Woodford, Cemetery foreman, Lynchburg, Virginia Court Records, Campbell County, Virginia Tombstone Inscriptions Visit by worker. ___________________________________________________________________ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm This file was contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by: Joan Renfrow NOTICE: I have no relationship or further information in regards to this family. ___________________________________________________________________