RICHMOND COUNTY, VA - CEMETERIES – St. John’s Cemetery

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Source: Library of Virginia Digital Collection


LVA Titled Files: Survey Report, St. John’s cemetery:
                  1936 Mar. 18
                  Research made by Horace G. Brown

Cemetery Location:  Twenty-fifth and Broad Streets, Richmond, Virginia
                    Richmond Co., Virginia


DATE:

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OWNERS:

Trustees of St. Johns Church.

DESCRIPTION:

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HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:

The inscriptions copied from the stones are as follows:


Here lies the body of
Mary Jennings
Wife of Tunson Jennings
Who departed this life April 3rd, 1817
Age 31 years


Sacred to the memory of
Allen Pollak
Merchant born in Glasgow, Scotland
20th January, 1780
Died at his house Ehelsia
near Richmond
Jan. 29th, 1816


In memory of
Thos. Humes
Who departed this life June 22, 1817
in the 17th year of his age


Here lies buried
Rhoda Winston
the affectionate and beloved wife of Jno. Winston
Who died on 22 of July 1826
Age 40 years


In memory of
John W. Denegree
Born in Scotland
Died in Richmond
April 20, 1837


In memory of
Mary Thos. Pulling
Wife of Thos. Pulling
Died Nov. 20, 1817
Age 27 years


Sacred to the memory of
Mrs. Jas. Thompson 
of Cheshire Coun.
Also their daughter
Sarah
Died Feb. 10, 1818
Age 3 years


Here lies interred the body of
James McClurg, M.D.
In Life
Admired and honoured for learning, taste and genius and venerated for virtues of 
studies and retired habits.  Yet of the most easy and polished manners, of the 
readiest and happiest wit, tempered with modesty and humanity, with a native 
dignity of character and deportment, always sustained without effort, united 
with unaffected simplicity and softened with utmost suavity of temper, formed to 
delight, instructed and adorned society, his conversation and acquaintance were 
courted by the most distinguished persons of his country and his age.
Having studied his profession in the most celebrated schools of Europe and 
distinguished himself in youth, by the eloquence and ability of his writings, he 
was early placed without pretention on his part, by common consent abroad and at 
home, in the highest rank among its professions which he occupied for half a 
century.
In Old Age
Cheerful and tranquil.
His mental faculties unimpaired, the severity of his temper undisturbed. Even 
his social gaity hardly clouded to the last by the day and infirmities of his 
body, honoured, beloved and revered, content to live content to die with equal 
mind, he sunk to rest, departed on the  9th day of July, 1825 in the 78 year of 
his age.


Sacred to the memory of
Elizabeth Granger
Who departed this life on the 1st day of Nov. 1825
Age 24 years


In memory of
Jane  Granger
daughter of  William and Elizabeth Granger
Who departed this life July 12, 1834


Sacred to the memory of
Andrew White
Who departed this life April 20, 1824
Age 2 years


In memory of
Hannah Fleisher
Who died May 11th, 1830
in the 69th year of her age


In memory of
Capt. Fleisher
Who died Dec. 6th, 1811
Age 61 years


Sacred to the memory of
Margaret  Ann
consort of Thos. W. White
born July 24th, 1794
died Dec. 12, 1837


In memory of
T. W. White
late editor and proprietor of
The Southern Literary Messenger
Born Mar. 28, 1788
Died Jan. 19, 1843


Sacred to the memory of
Thos. Henry White
only son of Thos. W. and Margaret H. White
Who died of the prevailing epidemic
Oct. 7, 1832
Age 19 years
Thanks to the blessed colume which has brought light,
life and immortality to man. Death has no terror to the
heir of Heaven. It is the portal of his Father’s throne.
This world is full of care and evil and suffering.
Illusive as a shadow, happy is he at peace with God
who quits it earliest for purer bliss rather rejoice
than mourn that I so soon, have earth exchanged for Heaven.


In memory of S. C. Younghusband
Who departed this life on 22nd of October, 1793
Age 19 years


Here lyeth the body of
Robert Rose
Rector of Albermarle Parrish
His extraordinary genius of capacity in all the polite and useful arts of life 
the equaled by few, were yet exceeded by the great goodness of his heart, 
humanity, benevolence and charity ran through the whole course of his life. And 
was exerted with uncommon penetration and judgement upon the proper object 
without noise or ostentation. In his friendships he was warm and stead; in his 
manners gentle and easy; in his conversation entertaining and instructive, with 
the most tender piety, he discharged all the domestic duties of a husband, 
father, son and brother. In short he was a friend of the whole universe. And 
upon that principal: strenuous assertor and defender of liberty. He died the 
30th day of June, 1731 in the 47th year of his age.


Daniel McFall
who died Nov. 15, 1837
In the 50th year of his age
A native of Londonery Ireland
and for 24 years a resident of Richmond, Va.
Also
Mary
consort of Daniel McFall
who died April 25th, 1843
in the 45th year of her age
a native of Phila.


Sacred to the memory of
Ebenezer S. Burling
son of Thomas and Martha Burling
who was born Sept. 6th, 1807
and departed this life on the 
20th of Oct. 1832


Here rests his mother
Mrs. Martha Burling
who died on the sixth day of Jan. 1846
in the 67 year of her age


In memory of
Abner Goode
who was born Sept. 10, 1802
Died Oct. 20th, 1813
Age 11 years, 1 month, 2 days
also
Miss Mary Anne Widewetch
Age about 18 years
(In the same grave with Abner Goode)


In memory of
John Sheppard Copeland
born Oct. 4th, 1815
Died July 8, 1847


Here lies the body of
Miss D. Faukner
Who departed this life Mar. 17, 1811
Age 25 years


Sacred to the memory of
Dr. Erastus Willey
who departed this life Feb. 24th, 1839
Aged 46 years
also
Hannah
his wife
who died March 12, 1822
age 24 years
These bodies rest in peace
In the calm and silent grave
and while affection mourns the departed
Faith soothes the wounded spirits
and hope points to their home in immortality.


Sacred to the memory of
Jacob Philson
of New York
Was born Oct. 31st, 1798
Died Oct. 19th, 1818


In memory of
Ann Mathews
born Aug. 1st, 1788
Died Jan. 24th, 1817
Consort of George Mathews and
Daughter of James and  Ann Hill
When Christ who is our life shall appear
Shall we all with him appear.


In memory of
Sarah Ann Butler
The consort of Thos. P. Butler
Born July 4, 1800
Died the 31st, July 1840


In memory of
James Wilson
native of Bamffeshire in Scotland
and by profession a Mason
who departed this life at Fial Creek Oct. 5, 1818
Age 58 years


Sacred to the memory of
John A. Bayne
Who was born on the 3rd day of Jan. 1793
and departed this life 17 day of Dec. 1817
being at that time a delegate in the
General Assembly of Virginia
from Accomac his native county.


In memory of
Jermina Hill
daughter of James and Ann Hill
who was born the 4th day of June 1798
Died the 24th October, 1817
Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord.


Samuel Sheppard
A native of Boston is here entombed.
Died Sept. 21st, 1815
age near 53 years
Eighteen years of faithful services in the honorable station of Auditor of 
Public Accounts of the Commonwealth of Virginia.  Had so endeared him to the 
Legislature, that it was with great reluctance his resignation was accepted by 
that body, the session of 1814. In the heart of his relatives and of the 
citizens of Richmond, is erected a monument of affection and esteem which time 
alone can efface.


Sacred to the memory of
Eliza Ross
Who departed this life in the city of Richmond
24th day of Dec. 1817
She was the daughter of Jno. Precill Miller and Born 12, April, 1790
Married to Randolph Ross in Lexington Va., July 17th, 1810
She died as she lived with the exclamation
I am happy – I am happy.
In her three surviving children lost the most tender and endearing Mother – A 
disconsolate husband, the most affectionate wife, may the guardian angel of 
Heaven conduct them whilst there in the paths of that virtue.


Sacred to the memory of
Francis Applewhite
Relict of the late Dr. John Whatte
Obiet Feb. 3rd, 1818


In memory of
Elizabeth Ann
wife of Daniel C. Hutchinson
who departed this life 26 November 1813
age 25 years


To the memory of
Jacob P. Widson
of New York
Who was born Oct. 31st, 1793
and died Oct. 19, 1818


In memory of
Elizabeth Dalton
Wife of John Dalton
late of Lexington, Rockbridge County, Va.
Who died Oct. 5th, 1817
Age 30 years and 15 days


Sacred to the memory of
Lucy F. Fouchee
wife of William Fouchee
who departed this life Nov. 2nd, 1813
Age 26 years
So unaffected so composed of mind
So firm yet soft, so strong, yet so refined
Heaven has its purest gold by nature tried
The saints sustained it but the woman died.


Sacred to the memory of
Frances Strobia
Born May 6th, 1787
Died Feb. 28,1815


In memory of
Charlotte Carter
wife of Wm. Carter
and daughter of Dr. Wm. Fouchee
She died July 28th, 1822
in the 35th year of her age
also
Isabella  Fouchee Carter
her daughter
who dies Dec. 17, 1836
in her 22nd year of her age
Under this memorial are entombed
the remains of both Mother and Daughter.


Sacred to the memory of
Mrs. Sarah Moss
wife of Capt. John Moss
Who departed this life on the 19th Oct. 1813
Age 65(?) years


Sacred to the memory of
Capt. John Moss
Who departed this life on the 14th day of
Dec. 1813 
Age 63


Here lies the body of
Col. Robt. Gamble
born on the 3rd day of Sept. 1754
in the County of Augusta and the State of Virginia
Died on the 12 day of April 1810 in the city of Richmond
The place of his residence since 1790.
After having done his duty faithfully as an officer throughout the Revolutionary 
War with Great Britain and passed unhurt through all his perils. He was suddenly 
when in good health killed by a fall from his horse, in the streets of Richmond. 
But death however sudden never finds the sincere, and fervent Christian 
unprepared and such was he.


Sacred to the memory of
Lewis M. Todd
Born Nov. 15, 1802
Died Nov. 18th, 1833
His bereaved widow caused this monument
to be erected to his memory.


Our Mother
Mary G. Royster
Died Feb. 14, 1858
Age 82 years
She rests in peace.


In memory of
Eliza Donaldson
Who died May 10, 1813
Age 72 years


This head and foot stone is in memory of
Didier Colins
who was born in Parice on the 10 April
in the year of our Lord 1759
Who died the 3rd April 1815


This family vault contains the remains of
Mary  Strobia
wife of Jno. Strobia
who died May 31, 1795
in the 63 year of her age
Also
Jno. H. Strobia
born  April 1785
Died Oct. 10th, 1850
and
Ann Strobia
born May 27, 1758
died Sept. 4, 1875
(Note: Ann Strobia according to the above inscription lived to be 117 years 
old.)

In February 1934 while repairs were being made to the Strobia family vault the 
workers discovered that the vault contained three or four skeletons and one 
metal casket.  The casket was large at each end and small in the middle with 
metal clamp holding it together. The vault was six feet deep and about eight 
feet square. The sides were of brick covered with stone slabs four inches thick 
and about two feet wide. Earth was placed over the vault about twenty four 
inches and the surface is finished with a stone foundation with an iron fence 
about five feet high sunk into the stone.


Sacred to the memory of
Patsey Harrison
wife of Jacob Harrison
who died 3rd of November, 1805
in the 31st year of her age


Sacred to the memory of
James Reat
who died Feb. 18, 1815
in the 33 year of his age


Sacred to the memory of
Mr. Samuel Pointer
Who died July 12, 1808
Age 38 years


In memory of
Mrs. Jarve Wiseham
Who died the 1st May, 1790
Age 42 years


In memory of
Mary G. Carrington
daughter of John and  Sarah Taylor
and wife of A. B. Carrington
This stone is a monument of conjugal affection by her husband who although 
desolate and bereaved sorrows not without hope.  Deserved from the words of 
gracious redeemer repeated by her even in the agonies of death in me though he 
were dead yet shall live. She was born Nov. 25th, 1801. Married Sept. 3, 1820 
and died Feb. 18, 1821
Shall live again when Jesus come.


Sacred to the memory of
Henry Heth
who died January 27, 1825
Age 31 years
Blessed in all the social ties of life. Possessed of every Christian and manly 
virtue. He resigned his feeling breath in the sure hope and firm belief of the 
mercies of his redeeming Saviour. Death’s terror is the mountain faith removes. 
Tis faith disarms destruction. Believe and look with triumph on the tomb.


Sacred to the memory of
Benj. Hemmingway
who died Jan. 11, 1830
Age 40 years


Here are deposited the remains of
Lavania
Consort of Beverly Randolph
and daughter of Harry and Ann Nancy Heith
She departed this life on the 15 March 1815 in the 25 year of her age.
It is left to the flowing tears and the deep grief of all that knew her, to 
speak in silent eloquence her funeral applause, for such were the engaging 
manners, such the amiable virtues of Alvania Randolph.  That no one ever lived 
more beloved or died more lamented to her precious memory parental and conjugal. 
Affection consecrates this stone. In the grave for a while she must lie but in 
peace and in silence profound. That when Jesus shall call from the skies she may 
instant awake at the sound. Oh Ye parents and husband that grieve, Let his 
consolation remain, that they day will most surely arrive when you will se your 
Lavinia again.


In memory of
John Oliver
son of Robert and Rebecca Oliver
who died April 1st, 1817
Age 6 years


Sacred to the memory of
Charles W. McGinnis
A native of Ireland but for many years A citizen of this city
Who died Aug. 19, 1841
In the 50 year of his age
Sum up his character as a Christian, he was an Israelite indeed in whom there 
was no guile. This stone is a monument of the devoted affection of his bereaved 
surviving widow. Whosoever rejoices I hope of the Resurrection of the just and 
to be a partaker with her beloved husband.


Sacred to the memory of
Ann E. Birch
born 1799
Died 1841


In memory of
Sarah Minor
Died Feb. 28th, 1846
Age 44 years
It being only four weeks since her beloved husband was committed to the grave.


In memoriam
Ann Eliza Dave
consort of Doct. Jno. Dove
Born Aug. 20, 1799
Died Oct. 12, 1865
Her house was well ordered
Her children taught the way of life
Who rising up in honour called her blessed.
The poor with earnest benedictions on her steps attend.


(R. W.)
John Dave, M. D.
Born in  Richmond Sept. 2, 1792
Died in Richmond Nov. 16, 1876
Grand Sect. of the Grand Lodge of Va.
(Note: Dove Lodge #51 A.F. & A.M. which was chartered Dec. 10, 1850 is named 
after the above John  Dove.)


Our Mother
Sarah Lambert Enders
Born Aug. 10th, 1785
Died Feb. 27, 1853
My meditation shall be sweet


Our Father
John Enders
Born in York County, Pennsylvania July 18, 1776
Died Oct. 20, 1851
He being dead yet speaketh.


Capt. William Pearson
Departed this life June 2nd, 1833
in his 35 year
Also his wife
Mary Ann
Departed this life Oct. 9th, 1849
in her 49th year of age


Sacred to the memory of
Elizabeth W. Ege
Born Feb. 14, 1746
Died Jan. 8, 1820


Here lies the body of
Jacob Ege
Born March 13, 1754
Died Oct. 6, 1795
Age 41 years 8 months and 24 days
A tender wife will long his love deplore
Her hind indulgent husband now no more
To all relatives and acquaintances dear
From them he claims a tribute of a tear
But he while genuine worth can find a friend
In horrors path he has unerring trod
And proved himself the noble work of God.


Capt. Joseph a. Myers
Was born on the 24th of May, A.D. 1765
And departed this life on the 29 Sept. A.D. 1827
Age 62 years, 4 mos. and 5 days


To the memory of
Mrs. Elizabeth Myers
relict of the late Capt. Joseph A. Myers
Who was born on the 23 day of Oct. A.D. 1769 and
departed this life suddenly on the evening of
the 11th day of June A.D. 1829
Age 59 years and 2 mos.


In memory of
Louis Pizzini
infant son of Jaun and C.N. Pizzini
Died Sept. 30, 1840


In memory of
James Kinnamond
Who died Oct. 6th, 1806


James McBride
Was born July 1803
Died the 27 of the same month.


SOURCES OF INFORMATION:

Informant:  T. D. Carlisle, Keeper of Cemetery

Tombstone Inscriptions

Visit by worker.

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