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Inscriptions in the Churchyard
of Hinxhill, Kent. Taken August 1890 by
Leland L. Duncan.
Typed up by Kevin Cordes, checked by Zena
Bamping
Also some Monumental Inscriptions
Noted
by Rev Bryan Faussett noted 1758,
added 27th February 2008
In 2010 a new survey of the church and
churchyard was completed by Helen Saint & Chris Goulding.
They have produced a really first class listing, giving details of type of
grave marker, the inscription, and drawn on Duncan's and Faussett's listings
where it does not survive. Each grave has been photographed and a detailed
location plan of the church and churchyard drawn up. Copies of their work have
been lodged with the K.A.S. and K.F.H.S. for family and local historians to
consult. They have kindly given permission for the extracted information below
to be made available on this website for which we extend our thanks.
1.[A1] Raised
plot with headstone (possibly fallen) depicting a hand holding a bunch of
lilies with 'Tribute of Love' inscription below. Masons mark: Russell Ashford
on bottom right corner of the raised grave.
Sacred to the memory of Herbert William
BLASKETT died 12th June 1949 aged 81. Also of Constance Mary Blaskett wife of
the above died June 23rd 1938 aged 82 years. Reunited'.
2. [A2] Headstone. On reverse footstone
inscribed P.D 1841, W.G.D., M.D. (This inscription faces the back of the
headstone). However on the other side of the footstone the inscription reads:
T. Andrews 1808 - the location of this deceased headstone is B6.
Beneath here lies the remains of Phoebe wife of Edward DRYLAND who died March
29th 1841 aged 72. They had twelve children (viz.) Edward, Wm., Gold Martha,
Sarah, Richard, Mary, Margaret, Ann, Daniel, William, Frances, and George.
Nine who are living Martha, Sarah, Richard, Mary, Ann, Daniel, William,
Francis, and George. Go home dear husband and do not weep, Dear child don't
shed a tear, I am not gone but just before, To meet my Saviour dear. Also
Edward Dryland who died May 24th 1848 aged 81.
Footstone: W.G.D. on reverse of Dryland headstone.
3. [A3] Raised plot. Headstone with ivy
engraving on the top corners and 'Peace' in between. Masons mark: R.H. Russell
Ashford can be seen in the bottom right corner of grave plot.
In loving memory of my beloved wife Ada
Mary GRANT at rest November 22nd 1948 aged 80. Rest in Peace. Also
William Thomas Grant husband of the above died 15th January 1955 aged 85
years.
4. [A4] War Grave. Royal Air Force.
903163 Sergeant E.E.C. Holmes Flight Engineer Royal Air Force 24th October
1942.
5. [A5] Pointed arch headstone inscribed
I.H.S. top centre. In
loving memory of John GILBERT who departed this life on September 1st 1904
aged 84 years. Also of Mary Gilbert who entered in to rest December 17th 1889
aged 70 years. So he giveth his beloved sleep.
6. [A6] Headstone decorated with scrolls
at top. Footstone marked with initials T.B 1812 E.B. 18[37]
[In the memory of] Thomas BROWN lived in the parish of Wye who departed this
life [in the year] 1812 aged 68? years. Also of Ethelred daughter of the above
Thomas Brown who departed this life [in] [Cant]erbury Dec 18[37]Aged 70
years.' Footstone marked with initials T.B 1812 E.B. 18[37]
7. [A7] Headstone with two footstones on
reverse. The footstones are concealed from view as they are facing the rear of
the headstone.
In memory of George CLARKE [late of] Great
Chart Yeoman who died 24th day of December 1789 aged 68 years. Also Mary wife
of the above who died 6th day of April aged [75].
8. [A8] Headstone with scrolls at top.
Footstone: C.A. [1831] Sacred memory of
Chittenden ANDREWS [of this parish died 5 December 1831.] Also wife [Susannah
..]
9. [A9] Headstone
[John AMOS of this parish died July 7 1804
aged 48. He left surviving a widow, four sons and two daughters - viz.
Richard, Thomas, Elizabeth, John, William and Deborah Anne. Also] Elizabeth
Amos [wife of the above John Amos died] 9th [June 1833] aged 82 years.
10. [A10] Book shaped grave slab.
Inscribed with the person particulars on the left side and a quotation on the
right. Mary Edith CRANE called away
July 1st 1958. Aged 5[4] Well done good and faithful servant.'
11. [A11] Headstone. Engraved with a
scroll and a rose in the left corner In
loving memory of Bert Edward MILLS 17.8.1920 - 8.2.1990.
12. [A12] Headstone
In loving memory of Frank Robert Manoah
NICKOLLS died 26th December 1974 aged 66 years. At Rest. Also his wife Elise
May died 12 June 1989 aged 82 years nee LUCKHURST.
13. [A13] Headstone engraved with I.H.S.
in top centre. Two footstones on reverse: M.J.S. 1881 & W.S. 1889
Affectionate remembrance of Mary wife
of William SMEED of Goodcheap Farm in this parish who died the 8th day of
April 1881 aged 75 years. In hope of eternal life. Also of William
Smeed who died at Ashford December 11th 1889 aged 86 years.
14. [A14] Headstone. Footstone on
reverse: M.C. 1791 [Mary wife of Edward
CHITTENDEN died 17 June 1791 in her 45th year. Also the above Edward
Chittenden died 2 May 1799 in his 69th year.]
15. [A15] Headstone. Footstone on
reverse: D.C. 1802. Daniel
CHITTENDEN of this parish departed this life April 5th 1802 aged 80 years.
16. [A16] Headstone. Footstone on
reverse: J.G.
1791In memory of James GORHAM late of Aldington who died [26 June 1791 aged
24. Left issue by Mary his wife two children viz James and Hester]
17. [A17] Headstone. Footstones on
reverse: M.C. 1838 & A.C. 1822 In
memory of Mary CHITTENDEN late of Brabourne. Relict of James GORHAM who died
28th of February 1838 in the 72nd year of her age. Also of Edward Andrew
Chittenden son of James Chittenden and the above Mary who died 10th of March
1822 in the 22nd year of his age.
18. [A18] Headstone in very poor
condition. Footstone of reverse: J.M. 1868 NOTE: William May footstone next to
churchyard main wall on north side: inscribed W.M. 1870.
Sacred to Thy Memory of William MAY who [died September 18] 1870 [Also] Jane
[wife of the] above who died August 10th 1868 aged 84 years.
19. [A19] Headstone with two footstones
on reverse: M.T. 1882 & T.T. 1903
Here rests until the day dawns Mary the beloved wife of Thomas TUCKER of
Willesborough born July 21st 1814 died November 13th 1882. Also the above
named Thomas Tucker who died at Stockwell, London January 28th 1903 aged 86
years. 34 years Master East Ashford Union.
20. [B1] Headstone with flowers engraved
at base. In
loving memory of William S. BROWNE died 18th February 1972 aged 87. And his
daughter Sheila Schmitt died 19th November 1973 aged 44. Interred Canada.
21. [B2] Headstone in bush
Joseph FRYE of Ashford, Kent who died January 30th 1878 aged 51 years. And of
Eliza Deacon Frye his wife who died January 11th 1891 aged 69. Also of their
sons William Thomas December 20th 1869 aged 21 years. And John Joseph who died
October 9th 1881 aged 31. Also Henry White son of the above who died at
Marseilles March 26th 1885? aged 27 years.
22. [B3] Headstone, large and thick. In
poor condition. Hourglass depicted on top left and a skull on the top right.
[Daniel CHITTENDEN of this parish died
December 18 1731 aged 42. Who left issue] by Martha his wife [three children]
viz: [Dan: Martha: and Edward. Also Martha late wife of the above Daniel died
December 6 1757] aged 58. [Who left issue by her surviving husband three
children viz:] Robert, Mary, [and] William.
23. [B4] Headstone
Stephen STAINES and also Mary his wife
of this parish who died March 22nd 1769 aged 71 years. She died November 7th
[1774]. Aged 77 years. When winter age has seas'd our frame, there is no
returning sun, these painful years soon glide away and death declares them
done.
24. [B5] Headstone in poor condition.
[James Crell CHITTENDEN son] of John
and Sarah Chittenden of [this] parish who died April [?] 1778 [aged] 9 months.
25. [B6] Raised white cross. I.H.S.
engraved in centre of cross. Mary
wife of Thomas RICKETTS died June 26th 1887 aged 64 years. Buried on St.
Peter's Day. Loving memory our mother.
26. [B7] Headstone. Vault. Tombstone. Footstone: T.A. 1808 In a vault
beneath are interned the remains of Thomas ANDREWS late of Willesborough
Gent., Obt. the 10th day of May 1808 aged 73 years. He left issue surviving by
Susannah his second wife two sons and two daughters (viz.) Onslow, Jemima,
Caroline, and Benjamin. Also left surviving by Eleanor his widow one son viz.
Thomas.
27. [B8] Headstone and Footstone: T.A.
1794 In
loving memory of Thomas ANDREWS son of Thomas and Susannah Andrews of
Willesborough died July 13th 1791 aged 4 years 11 months. Dear friends lament
me no more, I'm gone but just a step before I'm gone from hence through
Christ's love to join the blessed train above my time on Earth was short with
thee prepared be to follow me. Also in memory of the above mentioned Susannah
Andrews she died
28. [B9] Headstone with hourglass, skull
and flowers depicted at the top. Here
lie the remains of Edward ANDREWS of this parish Gent: who died May 18 1754
aged 79 years. Who left issue by Mary his wife 5 Sons & one Dau: Viz. Tho:
Ed. Jon. Mary, Will: & Benj: Also Mary of ye said Ed: and Dau: of Tho.
HODGES Gent. died March 30th 1724 aged 45 years.
29. [B10] Headstone with skull &
crossed bones engraved in centre top. A spade and pickaxe are engraved on
either side at the top. [In memory of
Thomas ANDREWS who died the 18th of January 1773 aged 72 years also Martha
wife of the above died the 9th of September 1789 aged 62 years. Left issue one
son and two daughters viz: Chittenden, Martha and Mary.]
30. [B11] Headstone. Raised plot.
'Fondly Loved and Deeply Missed' inscribed on the top.
Stephen WHITEHEAD who died February 22nd 1882 aged 72 years. Elizabeth wife of
the above who died November 30th 1883 aged 68 years. Too weak to pray but
not too weak to trust Jesus Christ the same yesterday to day and forever.
31. [B12] Headstone.
In loving memory of John William MILLS
9.6.1917 - 15.1.1992.
32. [B13] Headstone.
In loving memory of Edward J. ROWLAND 'Ted' 1920-1994.
33. [B14] Footstone inscribed with F.W.H
1941 F[rederick]. W[illiam] [HILLS]
34. [B15] Headstone in bush. NOTE:
Footstone is next to main churchyard wall on north side inscribed: M.C. 1837 Sacred
to the memory of Mary daughter of Daniel and Frances CHITTENDEN of Blackwall
in this parish who died February 9th 1837 aged 25 years + Inscription.
35. [B16] Tomb surrounded by rails. A
raised cross is on top of the tomb. In
memory of Thomas ANDREWS of Canterbury Surgeon who died August 6th 1864 aged
59.
36. [B17] Headstone. Vault. Footstone
E.A. 1809. Sacred to the memory of
Edward ANDREWS of Folkstone [sic] in this county Gent., who departed
this life June the 18th 1809 aged 75 years.
37. [B18] Headstone with a skull and
crossbones engraved in the top centre.
Inscription could not be read
38. [B19] Headstone. Engraved with an
endless snake crowned and an hourglass.
Here lieth the body of Christopher ELVEY of this parish Gent. who died 19 of
October 1714 in the 56 year of his age. Also the remains of Mary his wife [she
died ye 8 of January 1768 in the 93 year of her age].
39. [B20] Headstone. Engraved with a
Cherubs face, wings and trumpets. In
Memory of John WORGER late of Wye who died Feb. 27th 1768 in ye 80th year of
his Age. Also near this place lieth his two Wives & 5 Children. Two wives
and five children are buried near him though no gravemarkers exist.
40. [B21] Headstone. Scrolls, Death's
Skull and Wings engraved. Here lieth
the body of Elizabeth COVENEY the widdow of Tho. Coveney of Hinxhill who
departed this life ye 18th day of August 1687 in ye 55th year of her age.
41. [C1] Altar Tomb decorated with the
Wightwick Family Crest labelled 'Wightwick of Plumpton'.
On the east end: 'The said George WIGHTWICK died June the 4th 1749 aged 66
years.' On south side of altar tomb: 'George, son of the said George Wightwick
died February 16 1749 aged 28 years.' On south side of altar tomb: 'Frances
daughter of ye said George and Frances Wightwick died January 28 1749 aged 35
years.' On the north side: 'Frances wife of the said George Wightwick died
July 31 1726 aged 32.' On the north side: 'Mary daughter of George Wightwick,
gentleman and Frances his wife died November 24 17[27] aged 7 months.' On the
top of the tomb: 'his life
1773 aged 63'.
42. [C2] Headstone
[Here lyeth] ye body of Robert WORGER of ye parish & Judeth his wife he
died April [15?] 1713 aged 57 years. She died March 21st 1725 aged 57 years.
They left issue 6 sons & 2 daughters: Eliz., Thos., John, Robt., Stephn.,
Judeth, Richd. & Edward.
43. [C3] Headstone with two cherubs
heads and wings. In Memory of Thomas
SUTTON he died December 30th 1775 in his 63rd year of his age. He left issue 4
sons and 2 daughters viz: Judith, Rebecca, and William by a former wife.
Thomas, John and Daniel by the latter. He was a kind husbd. and a tender
father, a good Neighbour and sincere friend.
44. [C4] Headstone
In memory of Susanna relict of Thomas SUTTON late of Hampton who died 9
January 1801 aged 68. Left issue 3 sons Thomas, John and Daniel.
45. [C5] Headstone. Footstone on
Reverse: J.S. 1785 & J.S. 1786 In
memory of John SUTTON late of Elham who died Jany.20th 1785 aged 76 years.
Also of Jane his wife she died Decr. 10th 1786 aged 79 years. They left issue
five daughters Elizabeth, Mary, Anne, Jane & Rebecca.
46. [C6] Headstone
In memory of Stephen HERITAGE late of Broadmead in the parish of Folkestone
who died September the 2nd 1828 aged 67 years. Also John Heritage father of
the above who died February the 24th 1795 Aged 64 years. Likewise Mary wife of
John Heritage who died November the 1st 1826 aged 91 years.
47. [C7] Headstone with cherubs face
with wings and trumpets. A spade and pick axe are depicted on the top right
and a spade is depicted on the left. Footstone inscribed with J. M. 1773
In memory of John MOORE late of the parish of Hinxhill. He died 22 June 1773
aged 61 years. He left issue by Mary his wife 4 children 3 sons & 1
daughter: Elizabeth, David, Stephen & Will.
48. [C8] Headstone as a book with
Stephen's details on the right and Jane's details on the left. Engraving of a
skull on the top left and a book encircled by a serpent.
In memory of Jane MOORE wife of Stephen Moore daughter of John and Jane
GOLDING who died October 29 1755 aged 62. In memory of Stephen Moore late of
this parish who died May [ye 8th] 1778 aged [95] years.
49. [C9] Stone coffin with a raised
cross flory. Noted by Leland as
Medieval & by Fauscett as Ancient.
50. [C10] Headstone
In loving memory of Alfred CHITTENDEN who died February 16th 1890 aged 52
years. His end was peace. Also of Mary wife of the above who died July
18th 1894 aged 57.
51. [D1] Headstone. Footstone inscribed
G.K. 1883 In memory of George KINGSLAND
late of this parish who died at Willesborough August 11th 1883 aged 84 years
of age.
52. [D2] Flat Tomb
In memory of Stephen FINN late of Willesborough died November 28th 1871 aged
59 years. His end was peace. Also Mary widow of the late Stephen Finn
who died October 30th 1891 aged 85 years.
53. [D3] Headstone In
memory of Thomas WHITEWOOD who died March 21st 1881 aged 68 years. Also of
Thomas Edward & Walter John ( children of the above) who died in their
infancy. He left surviving Frances his widow, and two children: Margaret Kemp
& Frances. Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil for thou art with me.
54. [D4] Headstone inscribed with
Andrews, Mason, Ashford in bottom right. Footstones on back, G.B. 1799 and H.B.
1827. To the memory of George BRENCHLEY
of this parish who departed this life June 17th 1799 aged 59 years. Also of
Hannah his wife who died 24th January 1827 aged 84. They had issue 13 children
namely: Thomas, Ruth, Edward, James, David, Hannah, George, Elizabeth,
Anna Maria, John, Mary, William & Daniel. Seven of whom survived them viz:
Edward, James, David, Hannah, Elizabeth, John and William. Here lieth those
who were in life a loving father and a virtuous wife free from env, hatred,
and ambition happy are they who died in their condition.
55 [D5] Headstone. Footstone on back
inscribed E.B. 1851. Sacred to the
memory of Elizabeth BRENCHLEY Spinster late of the parish of Willesborough who
died November 10th 1851 aged 75 years.
56. [D6] Headstone with footstone on
reverse inscribed S.B. 1880 Sacred to
the memory of Sarah the beloved wife of Charles BULL of Willesborough who
departed this life June 19th 1880 aged 68 years. I live by the faith of the
son of God who loved me and gave himself for me. Gal. 2.20.
57. [D7] Headstone engraved with a rose
plant at the centre top. Two footstones inscribed H.G. 1892 and R.G. 1901
Ruth wife of Thomas GILBERT who fell asleep April 29th 1901 aged 53. Also of
Henry son of the above died December 12th 1892 aged 8 months.
58. [D8] Headstone engraved with a fan
at the centre top. Footstone S.S. 1867
Sacred to the memory of Sarah SMEED (of this parish) who died July 20th 1867
aged 86. Leaving issue three sons and one daughter (viz.) Charles, Thomas,
John and Sarah. Farewell dear children a long farewell for we shall meet no
more. Until we meet with Christ to dwell on Zions happy shore.
59. [D9] Raised cross headstone
In loving memory of Harriett GILBERT born May 10th 1879 died July 26th 1880. I,
lovely, priceless, little gem placed in the Saviours diadem.
60. [D10] Headstone. Footstone on
reverse W.B. 1791 In memory of William
BARRETT of this parish who died July 3rd 1791 aged 63 years. Who left issue by
Mary his wife two daughters viz: Susanna and Mary.
61. [D11] Headstone
In memory of Mary wife of William BARRETT late of this parish who departed
this life 22nd September 1800 aged 76 years. Adieu my friends and children
dear
Be God
the world and
No more
shall I see. But hope in
life
'
62. [D12] Headstone. Footstone on
reverse J.W. 1805 In memory of Joseph
WRAIGHT of the parish of Little Chart who departed this life [November] the
2nd 1805 aged 24 years. An example worthy of the imitation of youth.
[Inscription Illegible]
63. [D13] Headstone with fallen
footstone. In memory of Elizabeth the
relict of [Joseph COLLINS died August 31 1787] aged 68 years ... left issue 3
[Illegible]
64. [D14] Headstone. Footstone J.W. 1826
Sacred to the memory of Judith WHITEWOOD wife of Thomas Whitewood late of this
parish who departed this life July the 7th 1826 aged 80 years.
65. [D15] Headstone. Footstone T.W. 1826
Sacred to the memory of Thomas WHITEWOOD late of this parish who departed this
life February the 9th 1826 aged [86] years.
66. [D16] Headstone with engraved cross
on the left side. In loving memory of
Mark Benny WHITLEY 1930 - 2001. A dear husband father and grandfather always
in our thoughts and hearts. All is well. Josephine Ann Whitley 1940 - 2004
loving mother. Together again for eternity.
67. [D17] Altar tomb with Iron Railings
In memory of Jeffery MORPHEW of Ashley House in Cheriton near Folkestone
formerly of this parish who died 29th August 1873 aged 75 years. In memory of
Elizabeth wife of Jeffery Morphew who died 22nd July 1868 aged 75 years.
68. [D18] Altar tomb with Iron Railings
In memory of The Revd. John PHILPOTT M.A. Rector of Hinxhill 1837- 52 and
Rector of Hinxhill with Brook 1852 - 95 who died 28th February 1895 Aged 86
years. Also of Elizabeth wife of Revd. John Philpott who died 6th February
1878 aged 69. Thomas Philpott died 1st November 1865 aged 55. Elizabeth Hoile
his wife died 28 April 1881 Aged 73. In memory of Elizabeth relict of Thomas
Philpott of Canterbury died at Hothfield July 15th 1869 in the 92nd year of
her age having survived her husband 51 years. Looking for that blessed hope
and the Glorious Appearing of the Great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ.
In memory of Elizabeth relict of Thomas Philpott of Canterbury died at
Hothfield July 15th 1869 in the 92nd year of her age having survived her
husband 51 years. Looking for that blessed hope and the Glorious Appearing
of the Great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ. In memory of The Revd. John
Philpott M.A. Rector of Hinxhill 1837- 52 and Rector of Hinxhill with Brook
1852 - 95 who died 28th February 1895 Aged 86 years. Also of Elizabeth wife of
Revd. John Philpott who died 6th February 1878 aged 69. Mary Ann Thorrton Born
August 9th 1806 Died August 17th 1893.
69. [D19] Flat altar tomb
To the memory of George Ansell MURTON formerly of St. Leonards in the county
of Sussex who died at Willesboro' the 8th day of April 1854 [in the 47th year
of his age]. Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first [and] best.
70. [E1] Altar tomb with brick built
sides and a flat stone on the top. A footstone located on the right hand side
of the tomb inscribed: J.S. 1829 belongs with John Steddy Plot E Number 5. Here
rests in hope of a blessed Resurrection the body of Susanna ye daughter of
Edward ANDREWS of ye parish gent., who married to her first husband ye Revd Mr
George JANUS of Littlebourne in the county by who she had one daughter who
married Doctor John GRAY a very eminent phycisian of the city of Canterbury.
The said Susanna married secondly Thomas BACK late of ye parish Gent., who
died June 11th 1711 and left one son Thomas who lived to be 13 years of age.
(She had a considerable share in those troubles and difficulties which attends
humanity) but after a life of good conduct with relation both to temporal and
spiritual matters, died as much like a Christian as she lived and into ye
hands of her God, to whom she had long paid a constant devotion, she meekly
resigned her humble soul November 22nd 1746 aged 69 years.
71. [E2] Headstone with two skulls
engraved either side at top. Also a crossed pickaxe is depicted in the centre
top. Here lieth buried the body of
Thomas BACK son of Thomas Back late of this parish Gent., and of Susanna. He
departed this life Febr. 27th 1723 aged 13 years.
72. [E3] Headstone with two skulls
engraved either side at top. Also a scythe and an arrow are crossed in the
centre top. Here lieth buried the body
of Thomas BACK late of this parish Gent who left issue surviving by Susanna
his wife one son. He departed this life June 11th day 1711 aged 35.
73. [E4] Headstone. F.H. Russell.
Ashford In loving memory of Nathaniel
HILLS. At Rest. Nov. 1st 1955 aged 82.
74. [E5] Headstone with a fan/sun
engraved at top centre. His footstone is at E1 inscribed: J.S 1829 to the
right hand side of the Back tomb.
Sacred to the memory of John STEDDY late of this parish who departed this life
the 30th day of March 1829 aged 68 years. Also of Mary relict of the above who
departed this life the 13th day of September 1846 aged 83 years.
75. [E6] Fallen Headstone. Footstone
engraved A.H. [1894] Sacred to the
memory of John STEDDY late of this parish who departed this life the 30th day
of March 1829 aged 68 years. Also of Mary relict of the above who departed
this life the 13th day of September 1846 aged 83 years,
76. [E7] Headstone. F. H. Russell,
Ashford. Footstone engraved W.H. 1870
Sacred to the memory of Ann daughter of William and Ann HILLS of Naccolt who
died December 26th 1894 aged 77 years. The Lord your God hath given you
rest. Joshua 1.13
77. [E8] Headstone. Footstone engraved
A.H. 1862 Sacred to the memory of
William HILLS of Naccolt who died January 6th 1870 aged 82 years.
78. [E9] Tomb [no railings]
[James] JEFFREY late of Naccolt, [Wye, who died at Smarden December 5th 1872
aged 55.] Our times are in thy hands.
79. [E10] Fallen Headstone with I.H.S.
engraved at the top with the words 'Watch and Pray' surrounding it, The
lettering is all in red for all text on the grave stone. Beneath is a flat
tomb. Emily the beloved wife of Richard
HILLS of Naccolt Farm, Wye, who died July 28th 1875 aged 49 years. Awake
thou that sleepeth arise from the dead and Christ shall give thee light.
Ephesians 5.14.V.
80. [E11] Fallen Headstone with I.H.S.
engraved at the top with the words 'Thy will be Done surrounding it'. The IHS
is in red text. In loving remembrance
of William Henry only child of Richard and Emily HILLS of Naccolt Farm, Wye,
who died Febry. 27th 1874 in his ninth year.
81. [E12] Fallen Headstone. In shared
raised plot with Harriett Smith. In
loving memory of Sally CHAPMAN who passed away May 16th 1917. Rest in
peace.
82. [E13] Headstone. Masons Mark: F.H.
Russell. Ashford. In shared raised plot with Sally Chapman.
In loving memory of Harriett SMITH who passed away Nov. 22nd 1923 aged 84. Rest
in peace.
83. [E14] Flat tomb with headstone and
rails. Headstone engraved with I.H.S. at the top with the words 'He taketh
away' surrounding it. Richard HILLS
late of Naccolt Farm, Wye, died May 23rd 1893 aged 79. Be ye ready for in
such an hour as ye think not the son of man cometh. Matt xxiv, 44.
84. [E15] Book headstone. Elizabeth
Posingham inscription is on the left and Elizabeth Green on the right. Top of
headstone is two skulls, one on either side, with flowers engraved two in the
centre top and one on each side. Here
lieth ye body of Elizabeth wife of George POSINGHAM late of Bethersden who
died Aug the 18th 1741 aged 57 years. Here lieth therin the body of Elizabeth
GREEN who died 14th of May 1745 aged 91 years.
85. [E16] Flat tomb with headstone and
rails. Headstone engraved with IHS at the top with the words.
In loving remembrance of Henry HILLS late of Naccolt Farm, Wye, died 4th May
1904 aged 74 years. Our sufficiency is of God. H.Corinthians III.C.5V
86. [E17] Headstone with ivy decoration
top centre. In loving memory of our
dear mother Julia NEWTON who departed this life June 2nd 1917 aged 62 years. Safe
in the arms of Jesus.
87. [E18] Altar tomb.
Hear: Lyeth: the: Body: of: [George]: HOMESBYE: the: son: of: Tho: Homesbye:
buried: December: the: 16th: 1688: in: the: 69th: year: of: his: age.
88. [E19] Raised stone cross.
Mary Hoile KENNETT born March 19th 1816 Died Decr. 1st 1891.
89. [F1] Flat tomb decorated with a
cross in top centre. Eva Minnia
Georgina BILLINGTON only surviving daughter of Constance and George Moyle
Billington Late Lieutenant Colonel 6th Inskilling Dragoons Born 19th September
1874 Died 16th November 1949. Ex umbirs et Imaginibus in veritatem.
90. [F2] Raised plot with Raised Stone
Cross headstone. Eileen Marguerite
Wyndham GREEN called to rest April 14th 1952 R.I.P.
91. [F3] Large raised plot. Headstone
shaped like a scroll at head of the plot. Wedged block at foot of plot
containing Mabel Miles inscription. In
lasting and loving memory of Alfred Henry MILES past over Feb. 17th 1943 aged
30 years. Also Alfred Miles called to rest June 18th 1956 aged 79. Mabel
Gertrude Miles wife of Alfred Miles called to rest June 10th 1967 aged 90.
92. [F4] Raised plot with a pillar in
the centre. Masons Mark: Russell, Ashford inscribed on bottom left corner
marker.
In loving memory of Clementina Lucy MILES at rest September 28th 1959.
93. [F5] Raised plot with a cross
headstone. On plinth at foot of plot
Gwenllian Amy GREEN called to rest on 12th June 1940 R.I.P. Richard Harry
Green called to rest 6th May 1942 R.I.P. Graham Harry Wyndham Green 1892-1965
R.I.P.
94. [F6] Raised plot with a mounted
cross flory headstone. In loving memory
of Lilian Delmar LINDLEY born 25th September 1865 passed onward 6th September
1933. Vidimus Stellam Eives.
95. [F7] Headstone
In loving memory of Mabel Joan TETLEY who died on the 25th September 1972 aged
68 years. Also of her beloved husband Joseph Wand Tetley died 25th September
1988 aged 90 years. Reunited.
96. [F8] Book headstone on raised plot.
Headstone inscribed with a cross.
To the dear memory of Herbert Charles Wilson ALLINSON Rector of this parish
for 23 years who died 20th Dec. 1953 aged 81. And Florence Ann[e] his
cherished wife reunited 15th March 19[55].
97. [F9] Memorial plaque mounted on
bench In memory of Rosemary CLOVER
Treasurer and Churchwarden. 3 August 1929 - 27 June 2006.
98. [F10] Headstone
In loving memory of Margerie Ethel SWAFFER who died 14th September 1992 aged
83 years. Also of May Alice Swaffer who died 2nd August 1993 aged 89 years.
99. [G1] Footstone inscribed W.M. 1870
by churchyard wall. NOTE: Belongs with William MAY in Plot A Number 18.
100. [G2] Footstone inscribed M.C. 1837
by churchyard wall. NOTE: Belongs with Mary CHITTENDEN in Plot B Number 15.
101. [G3] Raised plot with memorial urn
in centre. Masons Mark: Russell inscribed on bottom left corner marker.
In memory of Miss Ethel LUCKHURST who died on Nov. 3rd 1958 aged 77.
102. [G4] Raised plot. Masons Mark:
Russell inscribed on bottom right marker.
James LUCKHURST of Naccolt Farm who died Dec. 19th 1939 aged 52 years. Peace
perfect peace.
103. [G5] Headstone In
loving memory of John George SWAFFER who died Dec 7th 1938 aged 69. Also his
wife Esther Martha who died April 14th 1975 aged 97.
104. [G6] Large raised plot with raised
stone cross In loving memory of Eleanor
Jessy wife of Rev. J.N. ARKELL M.A. Rector of this parish fell asleep November
12th 1923. Also of Rev. John Norris Arkell M.A. for 33 years Rector of this
parish died October 1st 1928.
105. [G7] Raised plot with celtic raised
cross. In loving memory of Rev. Henry
Theakston YOUNG M.A. Rector of this parish died Aug 10 1930. Also Florence
beloved wife of the above died March 24 1951 aged 73 years.
106. [G8] Granite headstone with
engraved ivy on left and right top corners.
In loving memory of Winifred L. GIBBON (Nee LUCKHURST) who died on the 21st
March 1968 aged 72 years. Also of her husband J. Bert L. Gibbon who died on
the 1st April 1970 aged 77 years.
107. [G9] Headstone In
loving memory of Phillip William MILLS 13.7.1893 - 9.6.1971 and his wife Alice
nee Luckhurst 6.1.1883 - 16.10.1973.
108. [G10] Headstone In
memory of Rosetta GATES passed away January 28th 1981 aged 87. Also Thomas
Edward Gates passed away July 30th 1981 aged 82.
109. [G11] Headstone with two angels top
left and right with a centre relief of two clasped hands.
In loving memory of our dear son & brother Frederick William HILLS who
departed this life February 15th 1941 aged 42 years. Until we meet again.
110. [G12] Headstone next to Frederick
William Hills Arthur Richard HILLS died
18th November 1990 aged 94 years.
111. [G13] Grave marker inscribed 'In
Loving Memory' [David BOSWELL aged 72
years 11 October 1941]
112. [G14] Headstone. Ivy engraved on
left of headstone, with RESTING inscribed top centre. Raised plot.
In loving memory of Henry Thomas BLASKETT May 13th 1940. Harriet his wife Aug.
27th 1938. Florence Louise their daughter Nov. 5th 1945.
113. [G15] Headstone with chain-like
engravings at either side. Raised plot.
In loving memory of Philip second son of Walter and Ada BRUNDETT died 9
November 1945 aged 84 years. Also Edward Brundrett O.B.E. his brother
accidentally killed 23 June 1965 aged 64 years and his wife Mary Elizabeth
1894-1980.
114. [H1] Headstone in raised plot.
In memory of Walter BRUNDETT of Court Lodge died 27 November 1945 aged 85
years. Ada his wife died 8 December 1931 aged 59 years. Robert their sixth son
killed in action at Bardia N. Africa 3 January 1941 aged 33 years. George
their eighth son died in bush fire at Rubicon MTN Australia 10 January 1939
aged 28 years. James Edward grandson (son of Frederick) killed in action at
Savignon Italy 30 September 1944 aged 23 years.
115. [H2] Headstone engraved with
several symbols In memory of Frank
BLASKETT died April 18th 1969 aged 76 years. Also of Henry Thomas Blaskett
died Jan. 28th 1974 aged 76 years.
116. [H3] Headstone in raised plot.
In loving memory of my dear wife Jane Elizabeth NICOLL who passed peacefully
away Sept 2nd 1940 aged 72. Also William her beloved husband who fell asleep
March 5th 1952 aged 83. Re-United.
117. [H4] Book headstone on raised plot
with flower urn in centre. 'Love is immortal' inscribed at the bottom of the
plot. Sacred to the memory of Beatrice
Jane the beloved wife of Frederick MARSH who passed away Jan 8th 1938 aged 33
years. Also of John Frederick our beloved son who passed away in Fayid, Egypt
serving in A.C.C. April 17th 1951 aged 19 years.
118. [H5] Silver birch memorial plaque
in slate. In loving memory of Celia
REYNOLDS devoted friend and secretary of St. Mary's Hinxhill.
119. [H6] Plaque stone
In loving memory of James HART and his wife Annie Hart aged 62 and 83.
120. [H7] Headstone with a rose engraved
at the top centre. Masons mark F.H. Russell.
In loving memory of Thomas GILBERT who fell asleep April 24 1924 aged 77. His
end was peace.
121. [H8] Raised plot with granite
sides. Flower urn in centre. In loving
memory of John LUCKHURST at rest December 20th 1959 aged 80 years. Also of
Mary Elizabeth Luckhurst at rest August 10th 1940 aged 65 years. Re-United.
122. [H9] Lynchgate memorial
Erected by his sons & daughters to the memory of ye Rev.d John PHILPOTT
rector of this parish 1837 to 1895 A.D.
123. [H10] Headstone with engraved rose
in top centre. In loving memory of
William HILLS died October 28th 1919 aged 87 years. Also Ellen wife of the
above died September 30th 1923 aged 86 years.
124. [i1] Polished headstone with
recessed grave plot also in polished stone.
Hugh HALDIN 17th November 1918 - 10th June 1968 of Court Lodge, Hinxhill.
125. [i2] Raised cross headstone.
In loving memory of John LUCKHURST of Naccolt Farm who passed away February
19th 1915 aged 67 years. Also of Maria his wife passed away Nov. 8th 1938 aged
85 years. Thy will be done.
126. [i3] Headstone
G.B.M. TURNER 1924-2005.
127. [i4] Raised cross headstone. Masons
mark: Russell Ashford In loving memory
of George William infant son of J.C. & E.M. SWAFFER (The Elms) died
December 13th 1901. Thy will be done.
128. [i5] Heartshaped headstone with
lily of the valley engraved along the bottom half of the stone. Cherished
memories of a devoted and dearly loved wife, mum, and nanny Patricia Margaret
MITCHELL 'Pat' taken from us, but never forgotten. 12th July 1991. What is
lovely never dies but passes into other loveliness.
129. [i6] Pointed arch headstone with a
cross engraved at the top centre. In
memory of Joan Marjorie POWELL 25th August 1911 - 20th December 1996. Loved
& sadly missed by her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
130. [i7] Headstone with a cross in the
centre and roses on either side at the top.
Cherished memories of Robert BOSWELL a loving husband, beloved father &
grandad 9.10.1917 - 23.3.2003. Always loved, never forgotten.
131. [i8] Pointed arch headstone with
ivy engraved at the top. David John
MASON 25th March 1944 - 15th April 2005. Forever in out hearts.
132. [i9] Raised cross with I.H.S.
engraved in the centre of the cross. On the plinth below 'At Rest' is engraved
on the first tier of three. In memory
of Elizabeth, the dearly beloved wife of William BAILEY of Plumpton Farm in
this parish who died October 12th 1899 aged 51. William Bailey who died June
27th 1906 aged 67.
133. [i10] Cross flory raised.
In ever loving memory of George Malcolm the dearly loved son of Malcolm &
Florence MALLION. Born 1st June 1914 died 16th Jan.y. 1918.
134. [i11] Headstone engraved with
lilies and oak leaves at the top. Raised plot with footstones inscribed: C.M.
1898 and W.M. 1910 In affectionate
remembrance Celia, wife of William MALLION, who died at the Court Lodge in
this parish February 28th 1898 aged 59 years. Also of the above named William
Mallion who died January 22nd 1910 aged 79 years.
135. [i12] Headstone in a raised plot.
In affectionate memory of Ann MALLION daughter of William and Cecilia Mallion
died 2nd February 1942 aged 84 years.
136. [i13] Headstone in a raised plot
with lilies engraved on the top right and left corners of the stone. 'In
Memoriam' is engraved at the top of the headstone. Masons mark: F.H. Russell
Ashford. In loving memory of Sarah
CHITTENDEN died October 3rd 1911 aged 52 years. Also of George beloved husband
of the above died November 12th 1933 aged 74 years. Interned in Thanington
Churchyard. At Rest.
137. [i14] Pointed arch headstone.
In loving memory of Anne the wife of John GOLDUP who died April 16th 1909.
Aged 71 years. On that happy Easter morning all the graves their dead
restore father, sister, child, and mother meets once more. Also John
husband of the above died November 6th 1925 aged 86 years. Thy will be done.
Interior of the Church
138. [Intr1] Western Tower - Wooden
Plaque Benefaction to Hinxhill. Martha
WADE gave by will dated Aug. 7th 1722 an annuity of forty shillings out of
lands in this parish & Wye to the use of the poor not receiving alms
vested in the churchwardens and overseers 1825.
139. [Intr2] Western Tower - Stained
glass window on west wall of west tower
In loving memory of Lilian Delmar LINDLEY who passed onward 6th September
1933.
140. [Intr3] Nave - Rectangular Floor
stone slab with brass plaque mounted in the centre of the slab. Located in
centre aisle. [Here lieth Robert
GASELEY lernedman which departid to God ye VII day of March the yere of our
lord god MCCCCC & XIIII on whose sowle jhu have mercy amen.
141. [Intr4] Nave - Rectangular Floor
stone slab with no inscription remaining. Located at Porch entrance.
ILLEGIBLE
142. [Intr5] Nave - Square Floor stone
slab with no inscription remaining. Located at Porch entrance.
ILLEGIBLE
143. [Intr6] Nave - Rectangular stone
slab with remains of a family crest at the top centre. Located in centre
aisle. [
body of Kenett BACK
sometime Captane of ye trained bands who was ye loving husband of to wives and
had issue by
en six
ents] of his [
sons and daughters (viz.)]
Thomas, [ John, Mary, Thomasine, Margaret and] Elizabeth [and departed this
life the 72nd year of his age ... bur. 13 March 1657, Said to be 30 years 9
November 1622 lic. to marry Elizabeth BLYEBELT daughter of John Bull BRABENE
Gent and 36 20 October 1628 lic. to marry Margaret TOMPSON of Elham.]
144. [Intr7] Nave - Rectangular stone
slab decorated with an endless chain as a border.
Here lieth ye body of Thomas COVENEY of this parish who died the 31st of May
in the Yeare of Our Lord 1687 in ye 69th yeares of his age. He also lieth the
body of John the son of Thomas Coveney who died the 5th day of Feb. 1694 in
the 32nd yeares of his age. Here lieth the son of John and Martha Coveney who
died 7th Sep. 1696 in the second yeares of [of his] age. Here also lieth
interred ye body of Martha wife of Thomas Coveney late wife of Edward WADE of
Ashford Gent. who died January ye 25 1722 aged 59 years.
145. [Intr8] Nave - Black rectangular
stone with family crest at top centre. Here
lieth interred the body of Elizabeth COVENEY only daughter of John Coveney
late of this parish Gent. and Martha his wife who died the 27th of September
Anno Dm 1707 aged 14 years.
146. [Intr9] Nave - Stained glass window
on south wall of nave. In memory of
Rev. John PHILPOTT M.A. born 1808 died 1895 Rector of this parish for 58 years
erected by his sons-in-law.
147. [Intr10] Chancel - Stone marble
plaque on south wall In memory of
Thomas PHILPOTT of Canterbury Esq.re. A Magistrate and Alderman of that City,
who, after an active and useful life was taken to his rest the 1st day of
November 1865 aged 55 years. Also of Elizabeth Hoile his wife who died 28th
April 1881 aged 75.
148. [Intr11] Chancel - Memorial Plaque
to First World War This tablet is
erected to the Glory of God and in memory of the men who went from this parish
and who gave their lives at the call of duty. Fred BOSWELL, James MONK,
Herbert OSBOURNE. To the help of the Lord against the mighty.
Memorial Plaque to Second World War
The World War 1939-1945 To the Glory of God and in honourable memory of the
men of this parish who died. Ernest HOLMES, Alfred Henry MILES and William
Frank POSSE
149. [Intr12] Chancel - Stone
rectangular floor slab ILLEGIBLE
150. [Intr13] Chancel - Stained glass
window in the chancel south wall. In
loving memory of Elizabeth Wife of Revd. John PHILPOTT M.A. who died at the
Rectory 6th Febry. 1878 Aged 69.
151. [Intr14] Sanctuary -
Tomb with the life size figures of Robert EDOLPH and his wife Cicily kneeling.
Family crests of Edolph, BROWNE and BARROW are displayed above the figures and
an epitaph below.
152. [Intr15] Sanctuary - Stained glass
window on the east wall In memory of
Elizabeth Murton CHALMERS wife of David Chalmers and daughter of the Revd.
John PHILPOTT a rector of this parish born at the Rectory 1840 married here
1867 died at Redhall near Edinburgh 1870 erected by her husband.
153. [Intr16] North Chancel - Stone
rectangular floor slab An[ne the
daughter of Nicholas and Elisabeth SAWKINS born March] 22 [1656 and died the]
25 [of] Sep[tember 1658.]
154. [Intr17] North Chancel - Stained
glass window on east side of the north chancel. Thomas
John STARTUP Died 1878 Aged 65.
155. [Intr18] North Chancel - Stained
glass windows on north side of north chancel.
To the glory of god and in loving memory of David CHALMERS who died ar Redhall
Mid Lothian 2 May 1899 aged 79. Erected by his kinsfolk.
156. [Intr19] Nave - Stained
glass windows on north side of nave.
Placed here on the Rev. John PHILPOTT M.A. Rector of this parish since 1837
completing the 80th year of his age on 17th December 1888.
157. [Int20] Nave - Stone plaque on
north wall of nave. In loving memory of
Robert Walter HOUCHIN C. St. J. of Hinxhill Court 18th May 1916 to 19th July
1978 Sometime Churchwarden of this parish.
158. [Intr21] Nave - Stained glass
window on the west wall of the nave.
This is a humble thanksgiving Almighty God for preserving the life of Captain
Graham Harry Wyndham GREEN M.C. Seaforth Highlanders who served through the
Great War 1914-1918 and was twice wounded. Erected by his father and mother.
Sources used include Leland Duncan and other inscriptions taken, Kent
Archaeological Society, Hinxhill Parish Records transcribed by K.F.H.S., C.
Mills Churchyard Map 1993
PLEASE NOTE: data entered in [square brackets] has been obtained by the
sources above and not from the grave itself.
Any errors and omissions will be corrected once notified.
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Inscriptions in the Churchyard
of Hinxhill, Kent. Taken August 1890 by Leland
L. Duncan.
Typed up by Kevin Cordes, checked by Zena
Bamping
Also some Monumental Inscriptions Noted
by Rev Bryan Faussett noted 1758,
added 27th February 2008
159. Head Phoebe wife of Edward
DRYLAND died March 29 1841 aged 72. They had twelve children viz Edward
William, Gold Martha, Sarah, Richard, Mary, Margaret, Ann, Daniel, William,
Frances, and George. Nine of whom are living, Martha, Sarah, Richard, Mary,
Ann, Daniel, William, Francis, and George. Also Edward Dryland died May 24,
1848 aged 81.
160. Head John AMOS of this parish died July 7, 1804 aged 48. He left
surviving a widow, four sons and two daughter s viz Richard Thomas,
Elizabeth, John, William and Deborah Anne. Also Elizabeth Amos wife of above
John Amos died 9 June 1833 aged 82.
161. Head Chittenden ANDREWS of this parish died 5 December 1831 aged 75.
Also Susannah his wife (no date).
162. Head George CLARKE late of Great Chart, yeoman. Died 24 December 1789
aged 68. Also Mary wife of the above, died 6 April 1813 aged 75.
163. Head Mary wife of Thomas TUCKER of Willesborough born July 21 1814 died
November 13 1882.
164. Head William MAY died September 18 1870 aged 88. Also Jane wife of the
above died August 10, 1868 aged 84.
165. Head Mary CHITTENDEN late of Brabourn Relict of James GORHAM died 28
February 1838 in 72nd year. Also Edward Andrews Chittenden son of
James Chittenden and the above Mary, died 10 March 1822 in 22nd
year.
166. Head James GORHAM late of Aldington died 26 June 1791 aged 24. Left
issue by Mary his wife two children viz James and Hester.
167. Head Daniel CHITTENDEN of this parish died April 5 1802 aged 80.
168. Head Mary wife of Edward CHITTENDEN died 17 June 1791 in 45th
year. Also the above Edward Chittenden died 2 May 1799 in 69th
year.
169. Head Mary wife of William SMEED of Goodcheap Farm in this parish died
8 April 1881 aged 75. Also William Smeed died at Ashford December 11 1889 aged
86.
170. A large, thick headstone Daniel CHITTENDEN of this arish died December
18 1731 aged 42. Who left issue by Martha his wife three children, viz Dan:
Mar(tha?): and Edward. Also Martha late wife of the above Daniel died December
6 1757 aged 58. Who left issue by her surviving husband three children viz
Robert, Mary and William.
171a. Head Stephen STAINES and also Mary his wife of this parish who died
March 22, 1769 aged 71. She died November 1 1774 aged 77.
171b. Head James Crell CHITTENDEN son of John and Sarah Chittenden of this
parish died April ? 1778 aged 9 months.
172. White marble cross In memory of our mother, Mary wife of Thomas
RICKETTS died June 26 1887 aged 64. Buried on St. Peters day.
173. Head Stephen WHITEHEAD died February 22 1882 aged 72. Elizabeth wife
of the above died November 30 1883 aged 68.
174. Headstone Carved with flowers, hourglass & c / Here lie the
Remains of / Edward ANDREWS of this / Parish gent: who died / May 18 1754 aged
79 years / who left issue by Mary / his wife 5 sons and one daughter: / viz
Thomas: Edward, Jo(n): Mary / William: and Benjamin / Also Mary wife of ye
said / Edward and daughter of Thomas HODGES Gentleman: died March 30 1724 aged
45 years.
175. Head, with skull, crossed bones, and spade and pickaxe crossed on either
side:-
In memory of Thomas ANDREWS who died the 18th of January 1773 aged
72 years also Martha wife of the above died the 9th of September
1789 aged 62 years. Left issue, one son and two daughters viz: Chittenden,
Martha and Mary.
176. Headstone In memory of Thomas ANDREWS son of Thomas and Susanna
Andrews of Willesborough who died July 13 1794, aged 4 years and 11 months.
Dear friends lament for me no more, Im gone but just a step before Im
gone from hence through Christs love To join the blessed train above My
time on Earth was short with thee Prepared be to follow me. Also in memory of
the above mentioned Susanna Andrews She died February 21 1802 aged 42 years.
177. Head In a vault beneath are interred the remains of Thomas ANDREWS
late of Willesborough gentleman obt 10th day of May 1808 aged
73 years he left surviving by Susannah his second wife two sons and two
daughters (viz) Onslow, Jemima, Caroline and Benjamin also left surviving by
Eleanor his widow one son (viz) Thomas.
178. Head Sacred to the memory of Edward ANDREWS of Folkstone in this
county, gentleman, who departed this life June the 18th 1809 aged
75 years.
179. Flat tomb and cross In memory of Thomas ANDREWS of Canterbury surgeon
who died August 6th 1864 aged 59 years.
180. Headstone with deaths head and wings (close under the south wall of the
church) Here lieth the body of Elizabeth COVENEY the Widdow of Thomas
Coveney of Hinxhill who departed this life ye 18th day of August
1687 in ye 55th year of his age
181. Headstone engraved with endless snake crowned and hour glass:- Here
lieth the Body of Christopher ELVEY of this parish, gentleman He died the 19th
of October 1714 in the 56th year of his age also the Remains of
Mary his wife, she died ye 8th of January 1768 in the 93 year of
her age
182. Head with cherubs face, wings, trumpets John WORGER late of Wye
died February 27 1768 in ye 80th year of his age. Also near this
place lieth his two wives and 5 children.
183. Head Mary daughter of Daniel and Frances CHITTENDEN of Blackwall in
this parish died February 9 1837 aged 25.
184. Head. John SUTTON late of Elham died January 20 1785 aged 76, also Jane
his wife died December 10 1786 aged 79. They left issue five daughters,
Elizabeth, Mary, Anne, Jane and Rebecca.
185. Head. Susanna relict of Thomas SUTTON late of Hampton died 9 January 1801
aged 68. Left issue 3 sons Thomas, John and Daniel.
186. Head. with two cherubs heads and wings Thomas SUTTON died December ye
30, 1775 in his 65th year. He left issue 4 sons and 2 daughter. viz
Judith, Rebecca, and William by a former wife. Thomas, John and Daniel by the
latter.
187. Head. Stephen HERITAGE late of Broadmead in the parish of Folkstone died
September the 2nd 1828 aged 67. Also John Heritage, father of the
above died February 24, 1795 aged 64. Likewise Mary wife of John Heritage died
November 4. 1826 aged 91.
188. Head. Alfred CHITTENDEN died February 16. 1890 aged 52.
189. Head Elizabeth BRENCHLEY spinster, late of the Parish of Willesborough
died November 10. 1851 aged 75.
190. Head George BRENCHLEY of this parish died June 17 1799 aged 59. Also
Hannah his wife died 24 January 1827 aged 84. They had issue 13 children viz.
Thomas, Ruth, Edward, James, David, Hannah, George, Elizabeth, Anna-Maria,
John, Mary, William, and Daniel: Seven of whom survived them, Edward, James,
David, Hannah, Elizabeth, John, and William.
191. Head. Thomas WHITEWOOD died March 21, 1881 aged 68. Also of Thomas Edward,
and Walter John, (children of the above) who died in their infancy. He left
surviving Frances his widow and two children Margaret Kemp and Frances.
192. Flat-tomb Stephen FINN late of Willesborough died November 28, 1871
aged 59.
193. Cross Harriett GILBERT born May 10, 1879 died July 25, 1880.
194. Head. William BARRETT of this Parish died July 3 1791 aged 63. Left issue
by Mary his wife two daughters viz. Susan and Mary.
195. Head. Mary wife of William BARRETT late of this Parish died 22 September
1800 aged 76.
196. Head. Joseph WRAIGHT of the parish of Little Chart died November 2. 1805
aged 24. An example worthy the imitation of youth.
197. Head. Elizabeth relict of Joseph COLLINS died August 31. 1787 aged 68.
198. Head. Judith WHITEWOOD wife of Thomas Whitewood late of this parish. Died
July 7, 1826 aged 80.
199. Head. Thomas WHITEWOOD late of this parish, died February 9, 1826 aged 86.
200. An alter tomb: On the top the inscription of about 8 or 9 lines is chipped
off except.
1773 aged 6
On the west-end is this coat:- On a
chevron between 3 pheons as many crosses patee. Crest a demi lion (:)
rampant holding in its paws a pheon. Above and below is the inscription "Wightwick
of Plumpton" On the south side:- George, son of the said George Wightwick
died February 16. 1749 aged 28 years. Frances daughter of ye said George and
Frances Wightwick died January 28. 1749 aged 35 years. On the east end:- The
said George Wightwick died June the 4th 1749 aged 66 years. On the
north side:- Frances wife of the said George Wightwick died July 31. 1726 aged
32 years. Mary Daughter of George Wightwick, gentleman and Frances his wife
died November 24. 1727 aged 7 months.
201. Headstone. In memory of John MOORE late of this parish of Hinxhill died 22
June 1773 aged 61 years. He left issue by Mary his wife 4 children, 3 sons one
daughter. Elizabeth, David, Stephen and William.
202. Headstone. with skull, and book encircled with a serpent:- In memory of
Jane ye wife of Stephen MOORE and daughter of John and Jane GOLDING who died
29 October 1755 aged 62. In memory of Stephen Moore late of this parish who
died May ye 8. 1778 aged 95.
203. a medieval stone coffin, with traces of raised cross on the top (this is
by the south east corner of the chancel wall).
Added to the Quarto Notebook in a different handwriting are the
following two inscriptions:-
204a Here lyeth buried ye Body of of Robert Wager late of ye Parish
and Judeth his wife He died April
1715 aged 57 years She died March 21
1723 aged 57 years. They left issue 6 sons and 2 daughters viz:- Elizabeth,
Thomas, John, Robert, Stephen Judeth, Richard and Edward
204b Edwin Georgina Billugla only surviving daughter of
Constance and George Hayle Bellugla late Lt. Col 6th Inskilling
Dragoons born 19 September 1874 died 16 November 1949.
In the eastern part of the yard-
205. Head. In the memory of George
KINGSLAND late of this Parish who died at Willesborough August 11. 1883 aged
84 years.
206. Head. Sarah the beloved wife of Charles BULL of Willesborough, died June
19. 1880 aged 68.
207. Head. Sarah SMEED of this parish died July 20. 1867 aged 86. Leaving issue
3 sons and1 daughter (viz) Charles, Thomas, John and Sarah.
208. Tomb with iron railings:- Jeffery MORPHEW of Ashley House Cheriton near
Folkestone, formerly of this parish, died 29 August 1873 aged 75. Elizabeth
wife of Jeffery Morphew died 22nd July 1868 aged 75.
209. Alter tomb with iron railings:- Elizabeth wife of Revd. John PHILPOTT died
6th February 1878 aged 69. Thomas Philpott died 1st
November 1865 aged 55. Elizabeth Hoile his wife died 28th April
1881 aged 75. Elizabeth relict of Thomas Philpott of Canterbury, died at
Hothfield July 18th (15th?)1869 In the 92nd
year of her age. having survived her husband 51 years.
Again added to the Quarto Notebook in a different handwriting are the
following two inscriptions:-
210a Nathaniel Hills died 1 November 19(?)55 aged 82
210b Richard Hills Naccolt 23 May 1893 aged 79
210c Henry Hills Naccolt 4 May 1904 aged 74
210d Julia Newton Bearstead 2 June 1917 aged 62
210e Edward Newton father died 23 July 1917 aged 62
210f Altar tomb:- George Ansell MURTON formerly of St. Leonards in
the County of Sussex who died at Willesborough 8th April 1854 in
the 47th year of her age.
211. Head William Henry only child of Richard and Emily HILLS of Naccolt
Farm, Wye, who died February 27th 1874 in his 9th year.
212. Head Emily beloved wife of Richard HILLS of Naccolt Farm, Wye, who
died July 28th 1875 aged 49 years.
213. Head Tomb with iron railings James JEFFERY late of Naccolt Wye,
who died at Smarden December 5th 1872 aged 55.
214. Head William HILLS of Naccolt who died January 6th 1870
aged 82.
215. Head Ann wife of William HILLS of Naccolt died October 6th
1862 aged 74.
216. Head John STEDDY late of this parish who died 30th March
1829 aged 68. Also Mary relict of the above who Died 13 September 1846 aged
83.
217. Altar tomb:-
Here rests in hope of a blessed Resurrection The body of Susanna ye daughter
of Edward ANDREWS of this parish gent, who married to her first husband ye
Revd Mr George JANUS of Littlebourne in the county by whom she had one
Daughter who married Doctor John GRAY a very eminent Physician of the city of
Canterbury. The said Susannah married secondly Thomas BACK late of this parish
Gent, who died June 11th 1711 and left one son Thomas who lived
to be 13 years of age (She had a considerable share in those troubles and
Difficulties which attend Humanity) But after a life of good conduct with
relation both to temporal and spiritual matters, died as much like a Christian
as she lived and into ye hands of her God, to whom she had long paid a
constant Devotion, she meekly resigned her humble soul November 22, 1746
aged 69 years.
218. Head:- Thomas BACK, son of Thomas Back, late of this parish, Gent and
of Susannah his wife, He died February 27. 1723 aged 23 years.
219. Head:- Thomas BACK, late of this parish, Gent: who left issue surviving by
Susannah his wife, one son. He died June 11th day 1711 aged 35
years.
220. Head:- with skulls, flowers &c. (under the tree at the east end of the
chancel) Here lieth ye Body of Elizabeth wife of George POSSINGHAM late of
Bethersden, who died August the 18th 1741 aged 57 years. Here lieth
interred the Body of Elizabeth GREEN who died the 14th of May 1745
aged 91 years.
221. an altar tomb inscription quite gone
End of Hinxhill Churchyard Leland L. Duncan
Inscriptions in Hinxhill Church
Taken August 1890.
222. On the north side of the sacrarium a large monument with figure ??. At the
top is this inscription:- Candida marmorei cernis monumenta sepulchri Pectora
designant candidiora viri Sobrias atq: pius fuit omnibus oequus amicus Virtuti,
et vitijs strenuus hostis erat Conivgic foelix octenni, et prole quaterna quam
simul ac dederat sustulit ipse Deus magnus erat natu, coelesti maximus ortu
atq. alijs major quo minor ipse sibi.
Under the figures is the inscription:- Come hether mortals and lend us an eye
not hence to weepe but heere to see to dye looke on our marble as a glasse and
thus thoult looke upon thy selfe as well as us.
below is:-
223. Here lyeth the body of Robert EDOLPH of Hinxhill in the County of Kent
Esqr. The eldest son of Sir Robert Edolph, knight, and of Dame Elizabeth his
wife who was the Daughter of Robert Robot = ham of Raskills in the County of
Yorck Esqr. The said Robert Edolph married Cicily the Daughter of
Richard Browne of the family of Bechworth Castle in Surrey Esqr by whom he had
three sonnes and one Daughter yet left no issue. He died the 13th
day of April 1631 in the 36th year of his age for whom his
sorowfull widow yet living and loving his memory erected this monument. He
sleepes in Peace and here his ashes may Expect in Peace The Dreadfull Joyfull
Day Ano dni 1632.
Above are the coats of arms.
The lefthand coat is Edolph impaling sa, on a bend cotised or 3 lions passant
or, a crescent for difference.
The righthand coat:- (THERE IS A SKETCH OF THE COAT OF ARMS IN
LELANDS NOTES)
224. On the South wall of the chancel a tablet:- In memory of Thomas PHILPOTT
of Canterbury Esq a Magistrate and Alderman of that city who after an active
and useful life was taken to his rest This 1st day of November 1865
aged 55 years. and also of Elizabeth HOILE his wife who died 28th
April 1881 aged 75
225. On the beam at the entrance to the chancel is (THERE IS A SKETCH OF THE
INSCRIPTION IN LEYLANDS NOTES)
In the Nave.
226. Flat stone. Here lieth ye body of Thomas COVENEY of this parish who died
ye 31: of May in the year of our Lord 1687 in ye 69 yeares of his age. Here
also lieth the body of John ye son of Thomas and Elizabeth Coveney who died ye
5 day of February 1694 in the 32nd yeares of his age Here lieth ye
body of John The son of John and Martha Coveney who died ye 7th day
of September 1696 in the second yeares of his age. Here also lieth interred ye
Body of Martha wife of Thomas Coveney late wife of Edward WADE of Ashford
Gent. who died January ye 25th 1722 aged 59 yeares.
227. Flat stone in the nave:- (THERE IS A SKETCH OF THE COAT OF ARMS IN
LEYLANDS NOTES)
Here lieth interred the Body of Elizabeth COVENEY only Daughter of John
Coveney late of this Parish Gent and Martha his wife who died the 27th
of September anno Dni 1707 aged 14 years.
228. Flat stone in the nave (much worn):-
body of
Kenett BACK
, sometime Captane of ye trained bands who
was ye loving husband of to wives and had issue by
..en six
ents of his
.sons and
Daughters (viz) Thomas John, Mary, Thomasine Margaret and Elizabeth and
departed this life the 72nd year of his age
..)bur. 13 March
1657). Said to be 30 years 9 November 1622 lic. to marry Elizabeth
Blyebelt daughter of John Bull Brabene Gent and 36 20 October 1628 lic. to
marry Margaret TOMPSON of Elham
229. There is a flat stone in the north chancel which is however much worn and
no inscription can be made out.
230. On the floor at the west end of the nave is a small brass inscription:-
Here lieth Robert GASELEY lernedman (?) which departid to God ye VII day of
March the yere of our lord god MCCCCC & XII!! On whose sowle Jhu have
mercy amen.
Inscriptions on the windows.
231. The eastern lancet:- To Elizabeth Murton CHALMERS wife of David Chalmers
and daughter of the Rev. John PHILPOTT M.A. Rector of this parish born at
the Rectory 1840 married here 1867 died at Redhall near Edinburgh 1870.
Erected by her husband.
(THERE ARE TWO SKETCHES OF COATS OF ARMS IN LELANDS NOTES)
232. Two light window on South side of the chancel:- Elizabeth wife of Rev.
John PHILPOTT M.A. who died at the Rectory 6 February 1878 aged 69. Above is
this coat:- gu, a cross arg, between four swords.
233. Eastern window of North chancel:- a figure of Christ as the Good Shepherd
"He shall gather the lambs with His arms and carry them in His
bosom" Thomas STARTUP died 1878 aged 65.
234. window in the north aisle:- Placed here on the Rev. John PHILPOTT M.A.
Rector of this Parish since 1837 completing the 80th year of his
age on 17th December 1888.
235. In the western tower is a tablet:- Benefaction To
Hinxhill Martha WADE gave by will dated August 7th 1722 an
annuity of forty shillings out of lands in This Parish and Wye to the use of
the Poor not receiving alms. vested in The Churchwardens and Overseers 1825.
End of Hinxhill. 1890. Leland L. Duncan
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Also some Monumental Inscriptions Noted
by Rev Bryan Faussett noted 1758,
added 27th February 2008
In The Chancell. No Altar Peice.
236. Against the North Wall is a very Magnificent Tomb, on The Altar of wch.
are Figures, as large as ye Life, of an Armed Knight and his Lady, kneeling at
a Faldstool, under a Grand Pediment with ye follg. Coats, and Inscriptions. [3
shs. drawn in line). (I & III small, II large).
I. Erm. on a bend sa. 3 5foils (or roses) arg. EDOLPH imp. Sa. a bend cotised
arg. charged wt. 3 lions passt.
sa. betw. 2 crescents arg. BROWNE.
II. Όly of 14.
1). BROWNE.
2). Sa. 2 bars gu.
3). Gu. a ln. rt. sa.
4). Gu. a + engrld. sa.
5). Az. 3 garbs arg.
6). Az. 3 griffins hds. rased arg.
7). Az. 3 f-de-l. arg. *
8). Checky arg. & az.
9). Gu. 7 fusils in bend
or.
10).
Sa. on a chief az. 3 +lets sa.
11).
Sa. 3 garbs or.
12).
Sa. a fret arg.
13).
Sa. on a bend arg.
14).
Sa. on a bend arg. 3 martlets sa.
III. Όly 1&4). Erm. on a bend sa. 3 5foils (or roses) arg. 2&3). Lozy.
or & az. a griffin segrt. arg. BARROW**.
* Within a Border Gules, charged with 8
Lioncels passant arg. **. This Coat is also in the N.C. in ye East Window.
I am Apprehensive that I have colourd Many of these Coats wrong;
but Time had so defaced them, that, it was no easy Matter to make them out at
all. I have, however, given them the same Colours in which they appeard to
Me.
Candida marmorei cernis Monumenta Sepulchri;/Pectora designant
candidiora Viri./Sobrius atq pius fuit, omnibus aequus, Amicus/Virtuti, at
Vitijs Strenuus Hostis erat./Conjugio faelix octenni, et prole quaternβ,/Quam,
simulae dederat, sustulit Ipse Deus./Magnus erat Natu, Caelesti maximus ortu,/Atq
Alijs Major, quo Minor ipse Sibi./ Come hither, Mortalls, and lend us an
Eye,/Not here to wepe, but here to see to dye./Look at our Marble as a Glass,
and thus/Thoullt look upon Thy Self as well as Us./ Here lyeth the Body of
Robert EDOLPH of Hinxhill in the County of Kent Esq. the eldest Sonne of Sr.
Robert Edolph Knt. and of Dame Elizabeth his Wife, who was the Daughter of
Robert ROBOTHAM of Raskills in ye County of Yorck, Esq. The said Robert Edolph
married Cicely the Daughter of Richard BROWNE, of the Family of Beckworth
Castle in Surrey Esq. by whome he had 3 Sonnes and 1 Daughter, yet left no
Issue. He died the 13th Day of Aprill, 1631, in the 36th
Year of his Age. for whome his sorrowfull Widowe, yet living and loving his
Memory, erected this Monument. He Sleepes in Peace, and here his Ashes may
Expect, in Peace, the dreadfull Judgment Day. A.P. 1632.
In The Body.
237. On a Flat Stone. Here lieth The Body of Thomas COVENEY of this Parish, who
died the 31st Day of May, in the Yeare of our Lord 1687 in the 69th
Yeares of his Age. Here also lieth the Body of John the Son of Thomas Coveney
who died the 5th Day of Feb. 1694/5 in the 32d. Yeares of his Age.
Here lieth the Body of John the Son of John and Martha Coveney, who died 7
Sept. 1696 in the 2d. Yeare of his Age. Here also lies interred the Body of
Martha, Wife of Thomas Coveney, late Wife of Edward WADE of Ashford Gent, who
died 25 January 1722/3. Aged 59 Years.
238. On Another with this Coat. [Arg.
on a bend engrld. sa. 3 slipped 3foils arg.].
Here lieth interred the Body of Elisabeth COVENEY, only Daughter of John
Coveney late of this Parish Gent, And Martha his Wife; who died the 27th
of September Anno Dni 1707. Aged 14 Years.
239. In The North Chancell, On a Flat Stone. Anne The Daughter of Nicholas and
Elisabeth SAWKINS, born March 22 1656 And died the 25 of September 1658.
In The North Isle.
240. An Ancient Flat Stone, The Coat and Inscription, purposely defaced. [probly.
for Kennet BACKE, gent. captn. of Train Bands, ob. 1687. See HASTED, fol. ed.
3.274.- V.J.T.].
241. In The Church Yard are Memorials of The Family of WIGHTWICK in 1749;
HOMESBY in 1689; and ANDREWS in 1746. On The Tomb Stone for Wightwick is this
Coat. [Az. 3 pheons or, on
a chevn. arg. 3 crosses paty gu. WIGHTWICK].
242. Near The Church Porch is a very Ancient Flat Stone cut into the Shape of a
Coffin; on which is a Cross Flory raised.
243. This Church consists of the Great, and North Chancells, The Body, and a
North Isle; In The Steeple hang 3 Bells, 2 of which have no Inscription; the
third: Joseph HATCH Me fecit. 1634.
244. It was dedicated to St. Mary. It is a Rectory in the Gift of Sr. John
HONEYWOOD, Bart.
The Present Rector is The Revd. Mr. HOLDSWORTH 1758.
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