Gillingham St Mary Magdalene Church M.I.s & other information with Index of names Back to Churchyards Listed Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham RECORDED IN 1862 BY CAPTAIN CONNOLLY, ROYAL ENGINEERS Concise Wills and other notes added by D. E. Williams 2015 Introduction The churchyard inscriptions, 1 – 612 and the interior inscriptions, 613 – 671, were transcribed by Captain T. Connolly, Quarter Master, Royal Engineers, in 1862. About a hundred years later, when the local authority took over responsibility for the maintenance of the churchyard, the majority of monuments in the churchyard were destroyed, probably to make grass cutting easier! Many of those destroyed would now be protected by Grade 2 listing by English Heritage. In the Medway Towns, Gillingham and Strood suffered the worst destruction, whereas others, such as All Saints, Frindsbury fortunately retain all their monuments. The large churchyard at Gillingham now resembles parkland, with some fine trees but the church appears rather isolated amongst a large expanse of grass, and with the majority of the monuments gone, the site has a rather desolate air to it, having lost it's former atmosphere and historic interest. The Victorian cemetery, to the east of the churchyard (Grange Road Cemetery), also had the majority of it's monuments destroyed in modern times, I am including the surviving monuments from this cemetery. | Late Captain Connolly
| Connolly recorded the inscriptions exactly as originally laid out, he had excavations made to record every buried line. He also included descriptions of each monument, often at great length, especially the interior ones, (I have simplified Connolly's descriptions). Many of the interior monuments Connolly recorded, and also those recorded by John Thorpe in the early 18th century, are now (2015), covered by carpets or wooden floors. I have included monuments recorded by John Thorpe and by earlier antiquaries, which are now lost, as well as post – Connolly monuments. C.S. Leeds in "Chats about Gillingham", 1906, quotes Connolly's son, Stephen, on his father's activities, ".... when I was quite a boy, I can recollect that he was always grubbing about among the tomb stones, but I did not know until some time ago, that he had gone to the extent of copying every tomb stone in the churchyard" Leeds goes on to say, "Mr Connolly remarks that it had been his father's intention to write a History of Gillingham, but his removal to the War Office, on leaving the Corps, interfered with the completion of his project. When he died in 1875, it was his wish to be buried in the vicinity of the old spot he loved so much, so he rests in the cemetery close by." One hundred and fifty years have past since Connolly's day, thanks to his efforts we have an accurate record of all the monuments, which even if they survived the dark days of the 1960's, would have endured a century and a half of additional weathering and in some cases, no doubt, have been obliterated. It seems most of the ledgers were over vaults or brick lined graves; what Connolly calls "Stone Tombs", I call "Chest Tombs", the majority of which are in the classical style of Portland stone construction; some were of brick and some rendered brick. I have included a list, where legible, of about two dozen surviving headstones, west of the tower, many of which I have photographed, I have also photographed the larger monuments, which were spared destruction. There are also a number of flat headstones, in varying states of wear, lying near to some bungalows, in the south west corner of the churchyard. I have also included concise versions of 275 related wills, mostly Prerogative Court of Canterbury but also the Deanery of Shoreham, (Gillingham was under this jurisdiction and not of that of the Bishop of Rochester), there are also Rochester Court wills. My thanks to Ted Connell, of the Kent Archaeological Society, for his efforts in preparing this large project for the K.A.S. Website; also to the staff of the Medway Archives and Local Studies Centre at Strood, where Connolly's manuscript can be seen on microfilm and to the staff at the Kent Archives at Maidstone, where I obtained copies of the Deanery of Shoreham and Rochester Court Wills, last but not least, to my wife, Beverley, for help with the typing. D. E. Williams Borstal Mid - Summer's Day, 2015 | Index of Names - from gravestones only Locate the name you are interested in and note the numbers following. Using the links below, jump to the Section containing the number. Click on Edit at the top left of your screen, and from the drop down menu, click on Find on this page (if Edit is not showing press CTL + F together) and type in the name. The cursor will jump straight to the name, highlighting it. Be sure to click on Next at the top, in case the name occurs again. Be sure to use the same method to search for any other names that you are interested in not listed below. Happy ancestor hunting. Nos. 1-100 101-200 201-300 301-400 401-500 501-612 613-689 Names Index ABBS 92 ACWORTH 621 ADAMS 19, 20, 35, 123 AGGAR 296 AITKIN 528 ALLAN 649 ALLEME 187 ALLEN 121 ALLEYNE 620 AMATUCK 96 ANDERSON 335, 402, 611 ANDREWS 34, 457 ANSELL 350 ARCHER 452 ARLIDGE 441 ARMSTRONG 454 ASHDOWN 326 ASHLY 211 ASSITER 681 AUSTIN 273, 309, 671, 673 AYERST 124, 316 BADNER 452 BAGGE 79 BAIKIE 169, BAILIE 153 BAIRD 238 | BAKER 628, 657 BALDOCK 445 BALDWIN 204, 681 BALE 520 BALL 304 BAMME 682a BANES 57, 68, 70-72, 193 BANFIELD 228 BARLOW 645 BARNICOAT 88 BARNS 219 BARRON 194 BARTHOLOMEW 308 BASKERVILLE 681 BASSETT 98 BATCHELDER 572 BATTINE 213 BATTY 102, 109 BEALE 93 BEAR 98 BEAUFITZ 683, 684, 685 BEAUMONT 371, 456 BEBLER 26 BECK 681 BEDDEK 318 BEDWELL 596 BELL 276, 277, 557 BENNETT 541 | BENSTED 387, 388, 396 BENTINCK 216 BENTLEY 337 BIGG 246 BILLOPP 512 BILLS 681 BISHOP 360 BLACK 46, 148 BLAKMORE 562 BLENKINSOP 188 BOWDER 523, 526 BOWEN 416 BOWER 299, 323, 327, 506 BOWRING 681 BOYS 21 BOYS 654, 655, 656 BRADFORD 333 BRADLEY 334 BRAMSTON 568 BRAY 480 BREAREY 141 BREGGE 622 BRETT 129, 641 BRICE 60 BRIDGE 477 BRIETZEHE 87 BRIGS 525 BRISTOW 438, 681 | BROAD 300 BROADBELT 464 BROCKLEBANK 558 BROMLEY 681 BROOKER 161 BROOKING 209 BROOKS 3 BROTHERSON 191 BROWN 175, 192 BROWN 681 BROWNING 368 BROXHOLM 623 BRYANT 536 BUCK 200 BUCKINGHAM 597 BULFILL 376 BULL 225, 261 BULLBROOK 207 BURFORD 224 BURR 548 BURRILL 531 BURROWS 3 BURTON 681 BUSWELL 328 BUTLER 15 BUTTON 493 BYHAM 229 BYNG 335 | Nos. 1-100 101-200 201-300 301-400 401-500 501-612 613-689 | CALDWELL 669 CAMPBELL 140 CARDWELL 297 CAREY 226 CARPENTER 346, 643 CARR 142 CARR 681 CARRICK 565 CARTER 24, 110-112, 164 CATT 492 CATTARNS 150 CAZENEUVE 460 CHADDOCK 106 CHALK 162 CHAMBERS 94, 97 CHANTLER 81 CHAPELL 542 CHAPMAN 205, 249 CHARLES 234 CHARLTON 681 CHARNOCK 583 CHEFFINS 675 CHENOWETH 168 CHESHIRE 2 CHESTER 85 CHEWTER 363 CHILD 380 CHILES 294, 302 CLARK 179 CLARK 369 CLATWORTHY 478 CLEMENTS 161, 162 CLIFFORD 105 CLIFTON 265 CLYVE 630 COCKRAN 681 | COFFIN 12 COLBY 642 COLLENS 78 COLLETT 681 COLLEY 242 COLLINS 257, 262, 681 COMPTON 76, 77 COOK 528 COOKE 460 COOMBE 681 COOMBER 100 COOPER 312, 382, 453 CORDWELL 123 COUCHMAN 18 COUVES 59 COVINGTO 681 COWARD 275 COWCRAFT 316 COWD 415 COWDRY 163 COX 174, 681 COXWELL 219, 220 CREAG 563 CREED 71 CRESSFELL 118 CRESSFIELD 119 CRITTALL 223 CROCKFORD 92 CROWHURST 9, 28, 29, 297, 513 CRUMPTON 681 CUCKOW 459 CURRY 325 CURTOIS 658, 659, 660, 661 CUTHBERT 666, 668, 669 | J. D. 617 DADD 102, 260, 261, 262 DADLY 106 DALGETY 267 DALRYMPLE 333 DAMES 48 DAMPIER 681 DANN 313, 452, 527 DANTER 410 DARLING 6 DAVIDSON 76 DAVIS 590 DAVRELL 58 DE COURCEY 321 DEAN 405 DEATH 288 DELISLE 348 DENNETT 472 DENTON 139 DERBY 623 DESKFORD 234 DICE 628 DIXON 567 DODGIN 424 DONLEVY 169 DOWNES 169 DRAKE 543 DRAWBRIDGE 13, 651 DRAYSON 183 DRUMMOND 540 DUBBINS 271 DULVEY 322 DUNBAR 390, 391 DUNK 364 DUNSTERVILLE 276, 670 DURHAM 482 DYER 363 | EALDEN 420 EALES 507 EASTWOOD 578 EDE 334 EDGCUMBE 504 EDWARDS 390 ELLINGTON 316 ELLIOTT 94 ELLIS 517 ELLIS 99, 160 ELPHICK 144 ELRINGTON 463 ENDEDINE 190 ENGLISH 330 ESDALE 522 ESSEX 492 EVE 547 EVERETT 253 | Nos. 1-100 101-200 201-300 301-400 401-500 501-612 613-689 | FAIRFAX 244 FALSHAM 23 FANSHAW 333 FARE 39 FARLEY 3 FENNELL 618 FENNING 375 FENWICK 252 FERGUE 576 FIELD 492 FIELD 62 FISHLEIGH 349 FITZHERBERT 309 FITZPATRICK 203 FLANAGAN 221 FLANDER 248 FLASHMAN 143 FLOOD 222 FORBES 13, 14 FORD 681 FORDHAM 483, 484 FOSTER 324 FOWLE 571 FRAMES 236 FRASER 95 FREARNE 639 FREDERICK 503 FREELAND 135, 136 FRENCH 298, 681 FRICKER 450 FRIDAY 681 FRITH 516 FROUD 600 FRY 303 FRYER 399 FRYER 428 FULLAGAR 74,293,294,376 FULLER 25, 609 FURMANGER 285 | GALLIVAN 681 GARDENER 421 GARNHAM 681 GARTH 289 GASCOIGNE 537 GATTON 371 GERRARD 341 GIFFORD 446, 60 GILBERT 250 GILLETT 274 GITTINGS 681 GLASIER 118 GLENIE 257 GLOVER 314, 672 GODFRAY 686 GOOCH 624 GOODES 512 GOODING 514 GORMAN 280, 534 GOULDING 632, 634 GOVLDING 634 GOWER 275 GRACE 395 GRAHAM 373, 665 GRAIN 676 GRANT 198, 437 GRATH 134 GRAY 608 GREEN 256, 270, 332 GREEN 442, 584, 681 GREENSWORD 533 GREGORY 471 GREGORY 52 GRIFFITH 254 GRIFFITHS 591, 681 GROOMBRIDGE 453 GROVE 658 GULLEY 436 GUNTER 391 | HADDON 558, 559 HAITE 306, 562 HALFHEAD 403 HALL 301, 386, 681 HALLIFAX 104 HAMBLY 597 HAMILTON 33, 427, 681 HAMMANS 681 HAMMOND 11 HANDLY 189 HANDRYN 173 HARBOUR 681 HARDIN 582 HARDING 99, 197 HARDINGE 489 HARLE 681 HARMAN 619 HARNESS 394 HARPER 612 HARRINGTON 566 HART 86 HARTLEY 150, 380, 479 HARTNELL 176 HARVEY 654 HARWOOD 114 HASSARD 244 HAWARD 630, 636 HAYES 461 HAYWARD 240, 630, 631 HEATLEY 12 HELLYER 30, 31 HERRINGTON 361, 362 HERRIOT 401 HEWARD 631 HEWITT 384 HILDER 400 HILLAS 377 HILLS 529 HILLYER 473 | HINBEST 681 HINDES 612 HINDS 290 HINTON 292 HITCHCOCK 17 HOAR 603 HODGEDOTT 172 HODGSKIN 26, 315 HODSHON 336 HOGARTH 154 HOGBEN 131 HOLBRUN 507 HOLLINWORTH 398 HOLMDEN 166, 167 HONEY 206, 208 HOOKEY 435 HOOPER 241 HOPE 347 HOPPER 408 HOSIER 390, 391 HOSKIN 424 HOSKINGS 609 HOULDEN ? 385 HOUSTONNE 624 HOWARD 212 HOWELL 359, 498, 499 HOWES 170, 408 HUGGINS 67 HUGHES 223 HULME 652, 653 HUNT 255, 258 HUNT 382 HURD 539 HURST 172, HURSY 400 HUTTON 608 HYDER 53 | Nos. 1-100 101-200 201-300 301-400 401-500 501-612 613-689 | INWOOD 357 IRYTZKOY 151 IVANOV 152 JACKSON 319 JACKSON 426 JACOB 606 JACOBS 681 JAMESON 51 JEFFERYS 471 JEFFRIES 146, 147 JENKINS 43 JENKINSON 623 JENNINGS 681 JENNIS 508, 509 JOHNSON 681 JOHNSTONE 169 JONES 103, 318, 356, 549 JORDAN 362 JOWLES 632, 633 JOYCE 116 KEARLY 127 KEMSLEY 4, 440 KENNETT 305, 377, 506 KENT 681 KEPPEL 242 KERR 414 KEYS 185 KIBBLE 202 KINCAID 306 KING 8, 217, 279 KINGSTAND 681 KIRBY 681 KNIGHT 216, 287 | LADD 56 LAMPREY 12 LANE 4 LAREMAR 494, 496, 498-99 LARGE 351, 599 LARKIN 150, 171, 172, 470, 490, 491 LARMOTH 418 LAVERS 106 LAWRIE 243 LE FEBURE 1 LEADLEY 432 LEE 41, 563 LEESON 42 LEONARD 418 LESSLY 390 LETLEY 515 LEWIS 169, 502 LIARDET 664 LINDRIDGE 307 LLEWHELLIN 681 LOCK 438, 491 LONDON 5, 455, 592 LONG 44 LOVE 37 LOVETT 184 LOWES 681 LOY 681 LUFF 278 LUKE 422 LYON 681 | MAC DONNEL 610 MACDONNELL 269 MACFARLANE 47 MACKAY 573 MADDOCKS 502 MADGSHON 647 MAIN 575 MAIR 465 MAITLAND 611 MALLETT 681 MANSER 615 MANSERTHE 687, 688 MARROTT 120 MARSH 665, 666, 667 MARSHALL 385, 530 MARTIN 69, 75, 265, 266, 284, 285, 295, 460 MASCALL 456 MASON 681 MATHESON 404 MATHIAS 21 MAYNARD 98, 620 MC MILLAN 177 MCKERLIE 412 MCLEAN 530 MEARNES 397 MEARS 223 MEHOYLE 564 MELLIN 125, 474 MENDS 416 MERYETT 85 METCALFE 676 MILES 485 MILLER 117, 323, 581 MILLIONS 321 MILTON 681 | MITCHELL 248 MOIR 423 MOORE 149, 398 MORIARTY 534 MORRISS 16 MORSE 307 MORTIMER 358 MORTON 545 MOSELEY 603, 604 MOXON 393 MUDDELL 17 MUDDLE 159, 166, 167, 250 MULENDER 466 MUNDEN 681 MUNN 455 MURCHISON 370 MURPHY 354 MURRAY 462 MYERS 681 MYLES 66 NASH 403, 681 NAYLOR 130 NEAL 637 NELSON 510, 665 NEWBERRY 128 NEWCOMB 22 NEWNHAM 185, 605 NEWTON 511 NOAKES 681 NORRIS, 393 NORTH 593 NOTT 538 NOWELL 335 NURSEY 389 | Nos. 1-100 101-200 201-300 301-400 401-500 501-612 613-689 | OAKES 262 OAKLEY 590 OAKSHOTT 546 OBEN 12 ODELL 636 OGLE 339 OLLIS 272 ORPWOOD 453 ORTON 57 OSBORN 80 OSMER 33 OWDEN 173 PACK 588 PAGE 372 PALMAR 38, 305 PALMER 550, 551, 552, 553, 554 PANKHURST 186 PAPILLON 58 PARKER 537 PARKIN 648 PARRY 115 PASLEY 486 PASSBY 519 PATERSON 681 PAUL 64 PAYNE 3, 132, 180, 524 PAYNETER 629, 689 PEAKE 579 | PEIRCE 69, 468, 492 PELLEN 242a PENN 44 Pennington 38 PERCY 247 PERRY 110 PETER 365 PETT 268 PHILIPS 626 PHILLIPS 125, 249 PINCHES 232, 233 PINK 431 PHILPOTT 248 PICKMAN 460, 475 PIERCE 345, 455, 504 PIGOT 625 PIKE 171, 681 PIPER 63, 681 PITCHER 155 PITTOCK 681 PLANE 589 POPE 26, 235 PORTEOUS 444 POTTER 366, 367, 453 PRITTEY 320 PUDDOCK 514 PULLINGER 297 PURCELL 310 PUTTERIL 681 | QUARME 390, 391 QUARRINGTON 138 QUARRINTON 453 QUINN 586 RADCLIFFE 624 RADFORD 638 RAIN 589 RAMAGE 82 RANDALL 392, 569 RAWLINSON 309 RAY 433 READER 681 REASON 602 REED 381, 497, 499 REINHARD 84 RHIND 169 RICH 173, 232 RICHARDS 106, 681 RICHARDSON 527 RICKETTS 396 RIORDAN 585 RITCHIE 374 RIXTON 549 ROBERTUS 682b ROBINSON 10, 133 ROBSON 145 ROBY 23 ROCKCLIFFE 113 | RODES 525 RODIGER 282 ROFFWAY 171 ROGERS 120 ROLLS 426 RONALDSON 269 ROOFE 282 ROONEY 354 ROPER 237, 409 ROSE 681 ROUND 594 ROWE 550 RUDYERD 488 RULE 592 RUMNEY 677 RUNDLE 463 RUSSELL 196, 556 | Nos. 1-100 101-200 201-300 301-400 401-500 501-612 613-689 | SALMON 580 SAMPSON 304 SAMWELL 40 SANDHAM 49 SANDIERS 443 SANDS 446 SAVAGE 681 SAXTON 56 SAYERS 216 SAYWELL 50, 484 SCOTT 33, 462 SEATON 570 SELLERS 121 SEXTON 165 SHARP 446, 506 SHARPE 65, 345 SHEA 429 SHENNAN 231, 223, 223 SHEPPARD 521 SHINDLER 107, 462 SHRUBB 158 SIGGINS 407 SIMMONS 41, 45, 454, 627 SIMS 199 SISSELL 166 SKEAT 681 SKILLETT 562 SKITCH 678 SLADE 251 SMART 23, 501 SMITH 89, 115, 124, 169, 223, 351, 353, 419, 440, 476, 541, 560, 613 SMYTH 614 SOMMERVILLE 338 SOWTER 574 SPARKS 612 SPENCER 299 SPILSBURY 317 SPRAY 28, 120 | SQUIRE 505 ST. JOHN 108 STAFF 137 STAMFORD 587 STANBRIDGE 282 STARKIE 430 STEELE 460 STEPHENS 562 STEVENSON 53 STONE 202 STRETON 594 STRONG 200 STROUD 598 STROVER 650 STUARTSON 324 STUBBING 193 STUMP 679 STURGEON 182 STURGES 331 SUGAR 320 SUGDEN 130, 290, 291, 357 SULLIVAN 449 SUMMERFIELD 204 SUMMERSETT 351, 352 SUMMERTON 407 SUTHERLAND 588 SUTTON 214, 215, 419 SWINDELL 681 SWINEY 231 SYCAMORE 681 TANNER 451 TAPLEY 224, 493, 561, 627, 663 TASSELL 217 TATLOCK 7, 54 TAW 174, 413 TAYLOR 567, 635, 90, 249 TERRY 681 | THOMPSON 55, 69, 340, 425, 595 THOMSON 662 TIDD 253 TILDEN 227 TIMPSON 358 TONKEN 230, 652 TONKIN 98 TOWNLY 263 TOWSEY 646 TRACY 34 TROY 460 TUCKER 680, 681 TUKE 128 TURNER 681 TURPIN 173 TWYDALL 629 TYLER 115 TYSON 286 UNDERDOWN 342, 344 USBORNE 472 VALIANT 329 VENN 310 VINALL 214, 215, 487 VINE 101, 140 VIVION 218 WALKER 380, 434, 681 WALL 408 WALLACE 46 WALLER 156 WARD 311, 640 WARREN 495, 555 WATCHURST 210 WATKINS 181 WATSON 252, 569 WEATHERALL 178 WEBB 353, 681 WEEKES 283 | WELLER 681 WELLS 73, 148, 264 WELMAN 383 WEMSS 245 WEST 437 WEST 448 WHATLEY 195 WHEELER 91 WHIBLEY 467, 526 WHITE 27, 36 WHITE 355, 469, 481, 500, 644, 681 WHITTELL 681 WHITTHORNE 518 WHITTLE 61 WIDDRINGTON 659, 660, 661 WILKES 306 WILKINS 126 WILKINSON 239 WILLIAMS 65, 174, 411, 562, 564 WILLINGHAM 681 WILLOUGHBY 417 WILLSON 571 WINNETT 322 WINSTON 171 WISE 535 WOOD 406, 532 WOODING 681 WOODLAND 527 WOODS 200, 201, 308 WOOLLETT 122 WOOLSEY 577 WORSFORD 6816 WRIGHT 281, 424 WYLES 157 YOUNG 273 | Nos. 1-100 101-200 201-300 301-400 401-500 501-612 613-689 | | | | | Locate the name you are interested in and note the numbers following. Using the links below, jump to the Section containing the number. Click on Edit at the top left of your screen, and from the drop down menu, click on Find on this page (if Edit is not showing press CTL + F together) and type in the name. The cursor will jump straight to the name, highlighting it. Be sure to click on Next at the top, in case the name occurs again. Be sure to use the same method to search for any other names that you are interested in not listed below. Happy ancestor hunting. WEST OF TOWER, RE-SITED GROUP UNKNOWN, INSCRIPTION OBLITERATED UNKNOWN, ONLY SLIGHT TRACE OF INSCRIPTION M.I.s nos. 1 to 100 of St Magdalene Church, Gillingham transcribed by D.L. Williams from a listings by Captain Connolly R.E. in 1862 Gillingham Church M.I.s with Index of names from gravestones Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham recorded in 1862 by Captain Connolly, Royal Engineers. Concise Wills and other notes added by D.E. Williams 2015. M.I.s numbers 1 to 100 1. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR. WILL. LE FEBURE PURSER IN HIS MAJESTY'S NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE DECEMBER THE 17th 1801 AGED 52 YEARS 2. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. REBEKAH CHESHIRE WIFE OF MR. JOHN CHESHIRE MASTER, SMITH IN HIS MAJESTY'S YARD, CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF SEPTEMBER 1811 IN THE 66th YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO THE ABOVE MR. JOHN CHESHIRE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 13th DECEMBER 1825 AGED 76 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated11th February 1824 John Cheshire, Master Smith, H. M. Dockyard All money due at his death, after funeral costs, etc., to be equally shared between his sons, John and James and daughter, Mary Bagshaw, Sarah Willcock and Elizabeth Ester Darling, in case of the death of any of them, their share goes equally shared among their children. To grand daughter, Rebecca Bagshaw all clothes, household furniture, books, linen and plate, except silver watch, which goes to grandson, George Bagshaw. His freehold house in Manor Street, Brompton ,(in Gillingham), to daughter Mary, for life, if she dies before her youngest child is 20, her husband John, is to continue to live in the house, until youngest child is 20. From testator's death, John Bagshaw will keep house in good repair, insured and pay taxes, he will also pay £10 per annum to testator's sons and daughters, Sarah and Elizabeth, to be shared equally. If daughter Mary has died and her youngest child has reached 20, executors to sell house and divide proceeds into 5 equal parts, one fifth to be shared by Mary's children and the rest to be equally shared between sons, John and James and daughters, Sarah and Elizabeth. Son John Cheshire, Blacksmith in H. M. Dockyard and son in law, John Bagshaw, Rope Maker, also in H. M. Dockyard, are executors and trustees. Witnesses: Joseph Green, John Orton and Paul Gandon. Proved 7th January 1826 3. Headstone and two Foot Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. WILLIAM BROOKS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 28th SEPTEMBER 1816 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO FRANCES FARLEY BROOKS DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE, SHE DIED 13th DECEMBER 1816 AGED 2 YEARS AND 4 MONTHS SAMUEL PAYNE SON OF MRS. DORETHEA BURROWS SAMUEL & SARAH PAYNE WHO DIED 27th OF JUNE 1805 WHO DIED 17th NOV. 1800 AGED 65 YEARS AGED 7 YEARS & 3 MONTHS MR. WILLIAM BURROWS MRS FRANCES FARLEY SON OF THE ABOVE WIFE OF WHO DIED 26th MARCH 1807 MR. THOMAS FARLEY AGED 37 YEARS WHO DIED 28th SEPT. 1814 AGED 39 YEARS 4. Small Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARY ANN LANE WHO DIED DEC. 25th 1800 AGED 1YEAR & 5 MONTHS MR. THOMAS KEMSLEY WHO DIED NOVEMBER 14th 1839 AGED 72 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 10th July 1838 Thomas Kemsly, of Gillingham, Turner. To his wife, Mary, two cottages, (and household furniture), known as Scrafield Cottages, in Gillingham, also one house, 9 Peppercroft Street, Gravesend , (Milton), for her life. She must not sell any part. After her death, all the property to be equally divided between his "natural" children, Amelia Palmer, Louisa Park, Elizabeth Pett and Sarah Crisfield, also the rent from 10 Peppercroft Street. To his brother, John Kemsley, all his clothes and watch, in consideration of the"love I bear to him". He desires that all his tools, turning lathe, stock in trade, be sold and after his funeral costs, etc., are paid, the money divided between his wife and daughters, in equal shares. Appoints wife and nephew, Robert Kemsley, executors, they have £5 each. Witnesses: George Tidd Everett, Philpott Castle and John Wells. Proved 27th December 1839 5. Pedestal, Railed THIS TOMB IS ERECTED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. SAMUEL LONDON OF THIS PARISH, YEOMAN WHO DIED ON THE 29th OF JUNE 1811 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE SAML. LONDON DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd DEC. 1816 AGED 72 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated, 9th June 1809 Samuel London, "Gentleman". All his household goods, bedding, china, linen, clothes and plate, to wife Mary, for life. After her death or if she dies in his lifetime, the above to be equally shared between the children of his son in law, William Peter King, when King thinks it proper. To wife, Mary, £200. His freehold house in Gillingham, or elsewhere, to William Peter King and Stephen Dadd of Manor Street, Brompton, Shipwright, upon trust, to sell when they think fit, either in his wife's lifetime or after her death. Proceeds to be part of his personal estate, to be invested in Public Funds. The annual interest to be divided equally between Ann Munn of Brompton, widow and Elizabeth Smith wife of Robert Francis Smith of Brompton, Gentleman, for their lifetimes. After their deaths, , from the sum of £100, held upon trust, the annual interest, to be paid to Frances Champness widow of William Champness, Labourer of Gillingham, for her life. After her death, the £100 to be shared equally between her children at 21 years of age. To Thomas Simmonds, son of John Simmonds, deceased, late of Gillingham, Farmer, an annuity of £10. To Sarah Armstrong, his late servant an annuity of £10 for life. To Elizabeth Lawrence, daughter of John Simmonds, an annuity on £10. To Tapley Simmons, son of Lance and Sarah Simmons, (both deceased), £50 and a silver watch, he forgives Tapley from all debts owed. To William King, his godson, a silver watch to be delivered to his father, William Peter. To Mary King, daughter of William Peter, £200 at 21 years of age, in meantime interest goes towards her maintenance and education. The interest if ¼ of his personal estate, to Samuel Pierce of Gillingham, Yeoman, son of Ann Munn by her former husband, for life, after his death, the ¼ part to be shared equally between his children. The interest from another ¼ part, shared equally by the children of John Pierce, late of Brompton, Butcher and the sons of Ann Munn by her former husband, by [ ] his wife now [ ] Field ?, widow, until they are 21. Another ¼ part to Elizabeth wife of Thomas Rule of Gillingham, Shipwright, daughter of Ann Munn by her former husband, for life; after her death, the capital equally shared between her children, in meantime interest towards their maintenance and education. Interest of the remaining ¼ part to James Munn of Brompton, House Carpenter, son of Ann Munn, for life, after his death, the capital shared equally between his children, in the meantime interest as above. Wife Mary, W. P,. King and Stephen Dadd are executors, they have £20 each. Witnesses: J. Gibbs, Solicitor, Rochester, George Streetin and M. Comport, Clerks to Mr Gibbs. Proved 21st August 1811 6. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF MARK DARLING WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 29th AUGUST 1822 AGED 58 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MARK DARLING WHO DIED 23rd APRIL [1820]* ALSO MARGARET DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 10th FEB. 1820 AGED 16 YEARS * Not 1820; there is a Mark Darling, aged 43, buried on April 23rd 1839. The details for Ann are correct. Is Mark of 1839, her son ? Note no age recorded. 7. Headstone, Foot Stone and Plain Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MATTHEW TATLOCK FORTY YEARS A MASTER IN THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DIED THE 6th OF NOVEMBER 1820 AGED 69 YEARS ALSO MRS. SUSANNAH TATLOCK WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 10th OF FEBRUARY 1837 AGED 94 YEARS 8. Pedestal KING FAMILY SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. PETER KING OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER THE 10th 1792 AGED 57 YEARS WILLIAM PETER KING, GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST THE 10th 1799 AGED 1 YEAR AND 5 MONTHS ELIZABETH KING GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY 24th 1819 AGED 12 YEARS ANN HANNAH KING DIED 18th FEBRUARY 1826 AGED 21 YEARS (CHILDREN OF MR. W.P. KING OF ROCHESTER) Another Side SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. WILLIAM PETER KING OF THE CITY OF ROCHESTER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 14th OF FEBRUARY 1833 IN THE 62nd YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO MRS. CATHERINE KING WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 22nd OF MARCH 1849 IN THE 78th YEAR OF HER AGE SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELEANOR KING DAUGHTER OF THE AFORESAID MR. W. P. KING WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 23rd DECEMBER 1848 AGED 48 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th January 1833 William Peter King of Rochester, Chemist and one of the Alderman of the City All his real estate to wife Catherine and friends John Stunt of Gillingham, Gentleman and James Gray of Charing Cross, Grocer, upon trust. When they think fit, they are to sell and proceeds to be part of his personal estate. Also to them his leasehold in Rochester High Street, his dwelling house, for remaining term, his wife is to be allowed to live there as long as she wishes, with family and servants. Excluded is his shop used in Chemist and Druggist business. She is to carry on living there as long as she remains his widow and unmarried. If she gives it up during this period, then son Thomas Simmons King can live there, paying his mother £40 per annum. If she remains she and Thomas share rent, taxes and repairs. At his wife's death or remarriage, executors can sell property, (subject to son's rights). He gives Ree's New Encyclopaedia to sons Thomas; all his medical books to son William Samuel and Thomas, shared equally. To wife Catherine, £500, plus £50 for mourning, to two sons and daughters, Catherine and Mary £50 each; to friends John Stunt and John Gray, £10 each. Also to wife use of household furniture, plate, linen, china, pictures, books (except above books), for her life, as long as she remains his widow and unmarried. On her death or remarriage, then the above items to be shared equally between her children. If any of them desire the furniture it will be divided among them so desiring. Residue to residuary personal estate; stock in trade and fixtures of chemist business to be held upon trust. His farming and grazing business to be sold, proceeds to residuary personal estate and invested in Public Funds or other good securities, upon trust, wife to have interest for life, as long as she remains his widow and unmarried. After wife's death, money from sale of freehold and leasehold estate, to be transferred to his four children in equal shares. If son William desires to buy the leasehold property in his own occupation, it is to be valued by two indifferent persons, one appointed by William and one by the trustees. If son Thomas desires to buy his stock in trade, he will pay £400, on condition that his son leaves his share of the residuary personal estate, in trustees hands, the £400 comes from his share, for which he will pay interest of 4% per annum. Wife and other trustees are executors. Witnesses: George Essell, Attorney at Law, Rochester, J. F. Hookham and George Furrell, Clerk to Messrs. Twopenny & Essell, Solicitors, Rochester. Proved 29th April 1833 9. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HENRIETTA DAUGHTER OF THOMAS AND MARY CROWHURST WHO DIED 1st SEPTEMBER 1821 AGED 6 YEARS ALSO HENRIETTA ELIZABETH DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 1st AUGUST 1828 AGED 6 YEARS ALSO FANNY LAURA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 1st APRIL 1829 AGED 2 YEARS ALSO EDWARD SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 15th APRIL 1837 AGED 24 YEARS INTERRED BY HIS MASTER ? ALSO THE ABOVE MARY CROWHURST WHO DIED 29th JUNE 1844 AGED 54 YEARS 10. Headstone? IN MEMORY OF MR. ROBERT ROBINSON WHO DIED 28th OCTOBER 1839 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO MRS. SARAH ROBINSON WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 18th FEBRUARY 1842 AGED 74 YEARS 11. Headstone HERE LYETH THE BODY OF MARY HAMMOND WIFE OF EDWARD. HAMMOND MASTER BRICKLAYER OF HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD AT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 5th DAY OF MARCH 1729 AGED 49 YEARS LEFT ISSUE FIVE CHILDREN, THREE SONS AND TWO DAUGHTERS Rear MR. EDWARD HAMMOND DIED 27th SEPTEMBER 1761 IN THE 56th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th March 1758 Edward Hammond, Master Bricklayer H. M. Dockyard, Deptford His new built leasehold, where he now lives, in Broomfield, Deptford, to his wife Ann for remainder of term. Rest and residue, also to his wife, she is executor. Witnesses: Edward Currey and Thomas Forkington Proved 30th September 1761 12. Chest Tomb? TO THE MEMORY OF MARTHA OBEN OF THE PARISH OF CHATHAM WHO DIED THE 2nd DEC. 1788 AGED 47 YEARS ALSO THE FOLLOWING CHILDREN OF THOMAS AND ELIZA OBEN CHARLES COFFIN HEATLEY DIED THE 12th APRIL 1800 2YRS 9 MOS. ELIZA MARY DIED 14th APRIL 1800 AGED 1 YR 1MO ELIZA FRANCES OBEN DIED 10th OF NOV. 1801 AGED 14 MONTHS THOMAS OBEN ESQ. LATE NAVAL OFFICER AT HALIFAX NOVA SCOTIA WHO DIED THE 10th OF MAY 1805 AGED 37 YEARS ELIZA SIMMONS LAMPREY LATE WIDOW OF THE ABOVE NAMED THOMAS OBEN ESQ. DIED 25th APRIL 1841 AGED 71 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 30th April 1802 Thomas Oben, now residing at Chatham. Naval Officer at Halifax, Nova Scotia. William Drawbridge and George Nash, Gentlemen, both of Brompton, are executors and trustees, and get £10 each for their troubles. To them his money, household goods, plate, linen, china and personal estate, upon trust. They to invest money obtained above, in Government securities and pay the interest to his wife, Susannah for her life. She has other furniture she needs and effects, which are not in this trust. After her death, the principal sum to be shared equally among his children at 21 years of age. If any of them died pre 21, then their share to William and Frances Drawbridge, children of above William Drawbridge, at 21 years. Trustees can use money at their discretion to place any of his children in a good business. Witnesses: George Clarke, 39 Essex Street, Strand and Thomas Lewton, Junior of the same place. Codicil dated 30th April 1802 He now revokes part of will referring to furniture and other effects, not in trust, to his wife. Now to her and the trustees ? Rest of will confirmed. Witnesses: As before Proved 17th August 1805 13. Chest Tomb FRANCES SARAH DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND FRANCES DRAWBRIDGE DIED 18th MARCH 1821 AGED 33 YEARS AFTER A LONG ILLNESS PERFECTLY RESIGNED TO THE WILL OF THE ALMIGHTY IN A PERFECT TRUST OF A BLESSED ETERNITY THROUGH THE ATONING BLOOD OF THE BLESSED REFEEMER Side Panel AMELIA MARIA DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND AMELIA DRAWBRIDGE AND WIFE OF LAMMOY HENRY FORBES DIED 9th SEPTEMBER 1821 AGED 28 YEARS IN HUMBLE BUT CONFIDENT HOPE OF AN IMMORTAL CROWN THROUGH THE MERITS OF HER SAVIOUR AMELIA WIFE OF MR. WILLIAM DRAWBRIDGE, JUNIOR DIED 18th JUNE 1813 AGED 21 YEARS Side Panel WILLIAM SON OF WILLIAM AND FRANCES DRAWBRIDGE DIED 2nd MARCH 1820 AGED 33 YEARS HIGHLY RESPECTED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM AND MOST SINCERELY LAMENTED BY HIS FAMILY 14. Chest Tomb TO THE MEMORY OF FRANCES WIFE OF MR. WILLIAM DRAWBRIDGE OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 9th DAY OF MARCH 1788 AGED 23 YEARS KITTY DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 10th DAY OF JANUARY 1788 AGED 3 YEARS CATHERINE WIFE OF MR. JOSEPH DRAWBRIDGE DIED THE 4th OF JULY 1790 AGED 67 YEARS ANN WIFE OF MR. JOSEPH DRAWBRIDGE DIED THE 17th OF OCTOBER 1762 AGED 26 YEARS MR. JOSEPH DRAWBRIDGE DIED THE 23rd OF DECEMBER 1793 AGED 64 YEARS WILLIAM DRAWBRIDGE ESQ. OF HARTLIP IN THIS COUNTY DIED 3rd DECEMBER 1842 AGED 81 YEARS ALSO AMELIA SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED DEC. 9th 1845 AGED 81 YEARS DEEPLY LAMENTED BY HER FRIENDS End Panel JOSEPH SON OF WILLIAM AND AMELIA DRAWBRIDGE DIED 13th NOVEMBER 1789 IN HIS INFANCY THOS. SON OF WILL. & AMELIA DRAWBRIDGE DIED 23rd AUGUST 1793 AGED 23 MONTHS End Panel THOS. DRAWBRIDGE DIED 12th SEPT. 1784 AGED 46 YEARS HENRY DIED THE 11th OF MARCH 1802 AGED 2 ¾ YEARS Side Panel MR. FLAVIUS KINGSFORD DRAWBRIDGE SON OF WILLIAM AND AMELIA DRAWBRIDGE DIED 17th MAY 1833 AGED 30 YEARS ANNE THIRD WIFE OF MR. JOSEPH DRAWBRIDGE DIED 29th APRIL 1820 AGED 82 YEARS Side Panel IN MEMORY OF KITTY AND ANN DAUGHTERS OF JOSEPH AND CATHERINE DRAWBRIDGE THE FORMER DIED THE 21st AUGUST 1770 AGED 6 YEARS AND THE LATTER THE 6th DEC. 1773 AGED 9 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 12th April 1791 and 1st September 1841 Joseph Drawbridge of Gillingham, Gentleman. Desires to be buried in the family vault in Gillingham churchyard. To son in law Caleb Pott of Sheerness, Gentleman, £600 in 4% consolidated annuities in Bank of England, also a silver mug, marked J.C.D, a silver tankard marked M.E.S., two silver tablespoons marked C.P., a pair of gold studs with cypher, J. D. To son William of Gillingham, (who is executor), his freehold house where he now lives in High Street, Brompton and two other freeholds in the same High Street, one occupied by Joseph Gilbert and Edward Tighurst, the other by [ ] Brooks, for ever. To nephew Edward Merritt the Younger, £30, and to Edward Merritt the Elder, £10. To friend Elias Walton, of the Mint, at the Tower of London, Gentleman, 10guineas. Rest and remainder of personal estate and household goods, furniture, etc., and mortgages, bonds, etc., to son William, for ever. Witnesses: John Vinall, George Weatherall and William Spencer. Proved 16th January 1794 William Drawbridge, of Hartlip, Esquire. Desires to be buried in family vault at Gillingham, "where my ashes will mingle with those of my dear wife, children and other relatives". Sons, Charles, George, Henry and Thomas (latter's middle name is Oben), are executors. To wife Amelia, and daughters, Kitty, Elizabeth and Anne, his house at Hartlip and all household goods and furniture, etc., long as they remain unmarried, for life. To wife Amelia, "who has been for more than half a century the dear companion of all my joys and sorrows", an annuity of £300 in lieu of Dower Rights. To daughter in law, Jane Drawbridge, widow of late son Francis, £20; to his friend, Juliana Maria Cooke, £20. To wife and four daughters, his "Cordiphonia" ?, a chapel in this place with the grounds around, called Chapel Garden, for their lives. To his sons his other freeholds and lands upon trust. All his leasehold estate, his cash, investments, money due to him, personal estate and effects to his sons, also upon trust. From income of estate, his wife is to have the annuity of £300, and annuities of £40 each to all his children. He has paid a large sum to persons his late son Flavius was indebted to, unknown to his father. In fairness to his other children he cannot leave more to Flavius's daughter, Mary Amelia; her mother, Mary Jane is to have an annuity of £30 during her daughter's minority, toward her maintenance and education. If she lives to 21, £1,000 3 ½ bank annuities will be transferred to her. He has advanced son, Joseph, £1,200, so to equalise things as far as other children are concerned, he gives them £1,200 each. Witnesses: J. Stephens, Solicitor, Chatham and M.S. Stephens, Solicitor, Chatham. Proved 12th January 1843 William Drawbridge Universal British Directory 1793 – 95, William Drawbridge, 2nd Clerk to Store Keeper, Chatham Dockyard. Baldwin, Chronicles of Gillingham ,1998, William Drawbridge, High Constable of Gillingham, 1800 -1801; Captain of the Gillingham Volunteer Artillery, 1807. 15. Fallen Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF EDWARD AUGUSTUS BUTLER SON OF RICHARD EDWARD BUTLER LATE OF H. M. 35th REGT. OF FOOT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 31st OF OCTOBER 1820 AGED 3 MONTHS 16. Ledger with Railings SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF REBECCA ELIZABETH DAUGHTER OF HUGH & REBECCA ELIZ. MORRISS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JAN. 3rd 1858 AGED 2 YEARS, 2 MONTHS AND 19 DAYS "But Jesus said, suffer little children and forbid them not to come unto me, for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven" Matt. 19C 14V 17. Headstone, Foot Stone and Plain Ledger TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM HITCHCOCK OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 21st SEPTEMBER 1825 IN THE 64th YEAR OF HIS AGE " A Worthy Man --- but ---- Praises on tombs are trifles, vainly spent, A Man's name is his best monument" ANN HITCHCOCK WIFE OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 1st AUGUST 1830 AGED 75 YEARS Rear NEAR THIS PLACE LIE THE REMAINS OF JOHN MUDDELL OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 4th OF DECEMBER 1797 AGED 41 YEARS John Muddell, no will but administration only, described as a Scavel Man, (more or less a labourer), doubtless in H. M. Dockyard, Chatham. 18. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. DANIEL COUCHMAN WHO DIED SEPTEMBER 2nd 1814? AGED 74 YEARS 19. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF MR. DANIEL ADAMS WHO DIED 4th MARCH 1798 AGED 61 YEARS ALSO MRS ANN ADAMS WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 20th FEBRUARY 1808 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO MRS. BETHULIA WIFE OF MR. WILLIAM DANIEL ADAMS WHO DIED 7th APRIL 1839 IN THE 72nd YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO THE ABOVE MR. WILLIAM DANIEL ADAMS WHO DIED 14th JULY 1853 IN THE 84th YEAR OF HIS AGE Rear IN MEMORY OF ANN ELIZA DAUGHTER OF MR. DANIEL AND ANN ADAMS WHO DIED 24th JUNE 1778 AGED 3 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 31st March 1843 William Daniel Adams, of Brompton, Gentleman Household furniture and goods, money, investments, to John Adams, Gentleman. To late wife's niece, Jane Joss, spinster, £100; to George Surrell of Rochester, Gentleman, 19 guineas. Rest and remainder of personal estate, after legacies and expenses, shared equally between brother John and niece Ann Sugden, if she dies before testator, then her share to her children, shared equally. A freehold cottage, occupied by William Greenstreet, in Broad Alley, Brompton, to brother John, for life he to keep repaired and insured, after his death, then to John's widow, Charlotte, subject to same conditions. Real estate to Ann Sugden, for life, on same conditions as above. After her death, to her children, in meantime rents towards her childrens' maintenance and education. Brother John, Ann Sugden and friend George Surrell are trustees and executors. Witnesses: George Essell, Solicitor, Rochester and Charles Lott, Clerk to Messrs Essell, Hayward and Essell. Proved 29th July 1853, power reserved to John Adams. 20. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS CHARLOTTE ADAMS WIFE OF MR. JOHN ADAMS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 7th OF OCTOBER 1845 AGED 53 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR. JOHN ADAMS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 13th OF FEBRUARY 1858 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO CATHERINE DAVID WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE [ ]* [ ] *Unfinished 21. Ledger with Railings SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THE FOLLOWING CHILDREN OF THE LATE LIEUT. COLONEL BOYS ROYAL MARINES AND ELIZABETH HIS WIFE EDWARD SMITH DIED AT BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH DECEMBER 21st 1802 AGED 8 YEARS AMELIA HARVEY DIED AT GILLINGHAM MARCH 13th 1818 AGED 7 YEARS ELLEN DIED AT TUNBRIDGE WELLS SEPTEMBER 1st 1831 AGED 25 YEARS OCTAVIA HARVEY DIED AT TUNBRIDGE WELLS JULY 27th 1833 AGED 20 YEARS JUDITH DIED AT ROCHESTER JANUARY 19th 1855 AGED 52 YEARS CAROLINE HARVEY WIFE OF STEPHEN MATHIAS, ESQ. FISHGUARD, PEMBROKESHIRE DIED AT ROCHESTER MARCH 13th 1858 AGED 50 YEARS "The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble, He knoweth them that trust in Him" 22. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH NEWCOMB WIFE OF FREDERICK S. NEWCOMB WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 8th FEBRUARY 1823 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO EMMA HORATIA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 7th MAY 1809 AGED 7 MONTHS 23. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH SMART WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER 5th 1824 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO OF MRS ROBY WIFE OF CAPT. FALSHAM ROBY AND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED APRIL 7th 1807 AGED 29 YEARS ALSO OF CAPT. FALSHAM ROBY , R. N. WHO DIED AT TORTOLA IN THE WEST INDIES APRIL 15th 1808 24. SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS MARY CARTER WIFE OF MR JAMES CARTER OF CHATHAM WHO DIED THE 17th DAY OF MAY 1816 IN THE 45th YEAR OF HER AGE "He cut down my strength in my Journey and shortened my days" ALSO MR JAMES GEORGE CARTER COMMANDER IN THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DIED NOVEMBER 12th 1856 AGED 61 YEARS ALSO PHEOBE THE BELOVED WIFE OF THE ABOVE JAMES GEORGE CARTER WHO DIED MAY 27th 1859 AGED 64 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd July 1856 James Carter of Chatham, Commander R. N. After expenses are paid, an insurance policy and household furniture house contents and all other estate to wife, Phoebe. His wife and daughter, also Phoebe are executors. Witnesses: H. Wickham, Solicitor, Strood and R. E. Wickham, Strood. Proved 13th July 1857 25. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH WIFE OF NEPTUNE FULLER WHO DIED THE 9th DAY OF JUNE 1805 AGED 29 YEARS ALSO SIX CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO MR ROSE FULLER LATE BOATSWAIN OF HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP ISIS WHO DIED THE 13th DAY OF DECEMBER 1815 AGED 44 YEARS 26. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARIA LOUISE POPE HODGSKIN WIFE OF JOHN HODGSKIN OF BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH WHO DIED 3rd MARCH 1825 AGED 35 YEARS ALSO MARIA BEBLER HER MOTHER WHO DIED 30th AUGUST 1825 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOHN HODGSKIN LATE OF THE NAVY AND ARMY HOTEL, CHATHAM WHO DIED 29th DECEMBER 1848 AGED 56 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 19th December 1848 John Hodgskin, of Chatham, Inn Keeper This will has reproduced badly, so details may have been missed. His freehold house in New Brompton, to wife for life, after her death, to Samuel Bryan of Maidstone, Inn Keeper and Isaac Dadd of Chatham, Boot Maker, plus his stock in trade household goods and furniture, upon trust. They are to permit wife use of household goods for life, she is to have £300. Trustees will eventually sell other furniture, and effects including stock in trade, and invest money and pay interest to his wife for life. After her death, trustees will sell all estate and share the money among the children of brothers, Thomas, Charles (deceased), and Richard, (deceased) and late brother in law, George Humphries. Witnesses: Adam Martin and D. Riches ? Codicil Now appoints Augustus Keppel, of Holborn Hill, London, as additional executor and trustee. Confirms rest of will. Witnesses: Richard Prall, Solicitor, Rochester and Mary Mc Guinness, ( ? ) at Mr John Hodgskin. Wright's Directory, 1838, "Queen's Head" at Brompton 27. Headstone and Foot Stone IN HOPES OF A JOYFUL RESURRECTION HERE LIETH THE BODY OF MR ANDREW WHITE, R. N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 26th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1838 AGED 80 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE NAMED ANDREW WHITE WHO DIED THE 12th OF MARCH 1840 AGED 74 YEARS 28. Headstone and elevated Body Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MATTHEW SPRAY MASTER BRICKLAYER IN HIS MAJESTY'S YARD AT CHATHAM HE DIED THE 7th OF AUGUST 1723 AGED 58 YEARS ALSO ELEANOR HIS WIFE SHE DIED THE 22nd OF OCTOBER 1720 AGED 54 LIKEWISE JOHN SON OF MATTHEW AND ELEANOR SPRAY DIED FEBRUARY 5th 1754 AGED 51 ALSO ANN HIS WIFE SHE DIED JAN. 12th 1785 AGED 69 YEARS Rear IN MEMORY OF MRS MARY CROWHURST OBT. MARCH 21st 1830 AET. 61 ALSO MR ROBERT CROWHURST HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE OBT. JANUARY [ ]1848 AGED 81 YEARS ALSO ISABELLA WIFE OF MR JESSE CROWHURST OBT. 2nd JULY 1846 AET. 33 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 10th July 1723 Matthew Spray of Gillingham, Bricklayer. To Matthew his eldest son, a house in the occupation of Mrs Allen, in Brompton Street, Gillingham; to second son, Richard, £50 and a silver spoon; to youngest son, John, his now dwelling house in Gillingham and a silver spoon. If testator dies before John's apprenticeship has ended, John will have residue, upon condition that he maintains youngest daughter, Ann until apprenticeship is served. To eldest daughter, Eleanor Collings the house in Gillingham, where she now lives, and a silver cup, corral and £5. To youngest daughter Ann the house now occupied by Mr Davis in Brompton Street and a silver tankard, silver spoon and £5. All his household goods and movables to son John and daughter Ann, shared equally. Son Matthew is executor. Witnesses: James Tapley, Thomas Hill and Thomas Shrub. Proved 22nd August 1723. John Spray, died 1754, was Master Bricklayer in H. M. Dockyard, Chatham, (Burial Register) 29. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR ROBERT CROWHURST LATE OF GRAVESEND WHO DIED 14th MAY 1856 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO OF ROBERT GEORGE SON OF JESSE AND ISABELLA CROWHURST WHO DIED 19th APRIL 1852 AGED 6 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 8th September 1853 Robert Crowhurst of Gravesend, Tallow Chandler. To each of his nephews and nieces, Robert, Eliza, Charles, Sarah, Frances, Mary and Elizabeth Crowhurst, children of late brother Matthew Spray Crowhurst and William, Mary and Frederick Crowhurst, children of his brother, Jesse, 19 guineas each. Residue of all estate, to brother Jesse, of Brompton, Tallow Chandler. Jesse and Robert Turner of Gravesend Hotel Keeper are executors. Witnesses: George Shotland?, Solicitor, Gravesend and C.H. Wiltshire, his Clerk. Proved 12th June 1856 Robert Turner has renounced executorship. 30. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SOPHIA HELLYER WIFE OF PHILIP HELLYER ASSISTANT IN H. M. DOCKYARD, CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY 16th 1808 AGED 64 ALSO THE ABOVE PHILLIP HELLYER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 11th 1825 AGED 81 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd May 1824 To grand daughter Sophia Hellyer daughter of late son, Philip, £500, 4% bank annuities; to servant, Frances Lott, £50 and bed and furniture in her room; to daughter Sophia, wife of Charles Francis, items of silver plate, 4 high candlesticks, with snuffer and stand, tea pot and stand, sugar basket and tongs, milk jug, 12 tea spoons, 2 gravy spoons, 5 table spoons, ivory handled knives and forks, viz. 2 carvers and forks, 12 large knives and forks and 12 small knives and forks. To son Thomas, 4 silver salt spoons, silver wine strainer, silver punch ladle, 2 low silver candlesticks, plated set of castors, stand toast rack and night candlestick. He forgives and releases his children from any debts owed to him. Residue to sons Thomas and John and daughters Sophia, equally shared. The two sons are executors. Witnesses: D. B. Lewis, Attorney, Rochester and Mary Thomas, widow, Chatham. Proved 18th November 1825 31. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF LOUISA DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND MARY HELLYER WHO DIED 3rd OF DECEMBER 1806 AGED 3 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS ALSO EMMA WHO DIED FEBRUARY 22nd 1819 AGED 5 MONTHS SOPHIA MARY HELLYER DIED 7th DECEMBER 1829 AGED 21 YEARS 32. Foot Stone M. C. 1816 J. G. C. 1856 P. C. 1859 33. Ledger with Railings SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES SCOTT, ESQ., OF THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AFTER A SHORT BUT SEVERE ILLNESS ON THE 5th OF JULY 1834 AGED 60 ALSO JAMES HIS SON WHO IS SUPPOSED TO HAVE BEEN LOST IN H. M. SHIP REDWING ON THE COAST OF AFRICA IN 1827 AGED 15 ALSO MARY HIS DAUGHTER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 8th OF DECEMBER 1812 AGED 8 MONTHS ALSO HAMILTON HIS SON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 5th OF MAY 1821 AGED 7 MONTHS ALSO ADELAIDE HIS YOUNGEST CHILD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 10th OF JUNE 1835 AGED 8 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH WIFE OF GEORGE BYNG YOUNGEST SON OF THE ABOVE JAMES SCOTT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE IN S. AUSTRALIA ON THE 27th DAY OF NOV. 1849 AGED 27 YEARS ALSO CHARLES HAMILTON OSMER SON IN LAW OF THE ABOVE J. SCOTT, ESQ. WHO PERISHED WITH SIR JOHN FRANKLIN IN THE ARTIC EXPEDITION Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 25th June 1834 James Scott of Gillingham, Purser, R. N. To wife Elizabeth, all freeholds for life. After her death, then to children of wife by former husband, John, Eliza, Peter, Edward, George, Beresford and Adelaide, equally shared, at 21 years. To wife and friends, James Blackadder of Gillingham, Gentleman and Edward Bate of Greewich, Esquire, all his leaseholds, in trust, rents to his wife for life, after her death, then to the above children equally shared. Residue of personal estate, after legacies and expenses, to wife and other trustees, interest fro wife as above. After her death, the principal to be shared equally by her children, (who have his surname, Scott). All mortgages and trust estate he may be vested in, to executors. James, son of his wife, known as James Scott, at sea on H.M.S. Sloop, Redwing, has not been heard from for several years, it is supposed that the vessel foundered at sea and James has been drowned, but if he does return before his mother's death, he to have equal share. Witnesses: George Nash, Senior and George Essell, Attorney, Rochester Proved 4th August 1834 power reserved to Edward Bate. 34. Large Ledger UNDERNEATH THIS STONE ARE DEPOSITED THE REMAINS OF THE LATE MR JOHN TRACY (OF BROMPTON) HE DIED 14th DEC. 1809 AGED 65 YEARS HIS ELDEST SON JOHN GRAY TRACY DIED 10th APRIL 1795 AGED 23 YEARS MARY RELICT OF MR JOHN TRACY DIED 18th MARCH 1821 AGED 69 YEARS MARY DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND MARY TRACY AND WIFE OF WILL. ANDREWS DIED 29th MAY 1821 AGED 45 YEARS JANE MARY DAUGHTER OF ALBERMARLE & JANE TRACY DIED 29th MARCH 1829 IN THE 2nd YEAR OF HER AGE ELLEN MATILDA THEIR DAUGHTER DIED 9th MARCH 1841 IN THE SIXTEENTH YEAR OF HER AGE MATILDA FORTH DAUGHTER OF JOHN & MARY TRACY OBIIT 30th AUGUST 1849 AETATIS 61 LIEUT. HENRY TRACY, R. A. D.. OBIIT 26th MARCH 1854 AETATIS 74 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 10th July 1808 John Tracy of Brompton, Book Seller. Executors to sell or mortgage such of his real estate as necessary to pay debts and funeral costs, etc. To wife, Mary, (only daughter and heir of Joseph Stanley of Chatham), all real estate, (after above paid), for her life. After her death, estate to be divided equally between his children and those of his deceased daughter, Elizabeth, late wife of William Wise of Borstal, in the proportions that their mother would have been entitled to had she lived, for ever. To youngest son Albermarle, a miniature portrait of his maternal great uncle, George Monck Duke. To wife, Mary, rest and residue of personal estate. She is sole executor. Will signed John Tracy, otherwise, Tresse. Witnesses: Richard Phillips, Thomas Scott and John Stuart Proved 1st June 1812 From the "Gentleman's Magazine" "Died 14th December 1809, at Brompton, in Kent, Mr John Tracy, many years a book-seller in that place. It is a tribute due to his memory to say few men of his situation lived more respected or died more sincerely regretted. Not withstanding a constant and attentive perseverance in business, he appropriated a considerable portion of those hours usually spent in sleep to research of the most abstruse nature, and so great were his acquirements, particularly in the labyrinths of antiquity and genealogy, that frequent were the applications made to him by popular writers for information on those subjects. In the history, topography , and antiquities of the county, he was completely versed, and the different publications on those subjects are indebted to him for a variety of interesting material. Disdaining to acquire fame of pecuniary emolument from his studies, all who applied readily and cheerfully obtained a part of his store. His widow and children have lost a truly affectionate husband , father and friend; the world a man of sound judgement and integrity; and Mr Urban* a valuable correspondent." (* Mr Urban was the name used by all editors of the magazine) 35. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR JAMES ADAMS WHO DIED 6th JUNE 1830 AGED 59 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 26th May 1830 James Adams of Brompton, Shipwright. All, of his estate to wife Mary, for life. After her death, to daughter, Ann Sophia Sugden, for ever. Wife is executor. Witnesses: John Vinall, Richard Crouch and William Saxton Proved 2nd October 1830 36. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS WHITE HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER THE 17th 1784 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE THOS. WHITE DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 16th 1787 AGED 78 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 12th June 1783, (Gillingham is a "Peculiar" parish of this jurisdiction and exempt from the Rochester Courts), Thomas White of Gillingham, Gentleman. Household goods, plate, linen, furniture, etc., to wife Mary for life, after her death, then shared equally between his brother, Stephen and sisters, Elizabeth Hill and Ann Mackney. To John Page of Gillingham, Gentleman, (his trustee), £5. Rest and residue, of real and personal estate, after funeral costs, etc., to John Page, upon trust, he is to gather together his personal estate and invest value in Public Funds, and pay interest and rents, including from his farm and grazing business (leasehold), and rent of freehold pieces of woodland to wife, Mary. For life. After her death, in trust, to pay Alice Stevens of Chatham, a relation, £20; to relation, Thomas Sharpe, son of James and Elizabeth Sharpe, £20. Residue to be equally shared by his brother and sister. Wife is executor. Witnesses: Mary Hunt, John Bell and John Sommerton. Proved November 1784 37. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JANE DAUGHTER OF EDWARD AND SARAH LOVE OF THE PARISH OF MARDEN WHO DIED 10th NOVEMBER 1854 AGED 50 YEARS 38. Ledger with Railings SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THE UNDER MENTIONED CHILDREN OF WILLIAM AND MERCY PALMAR SARAH PALMAR BORN JUNE 25th 1838 DIED DEC. 23rd 1841 WILLIAM PALMAR BORN NOV. 3rd 1847 DIED DEC. 20th 1847 MERCY ANN PALMAR BORN DEC. 23rd 1853 DIED MARCH 11th 1855 JAMES PALMAR BORN MARCH 11th 1849 DIED JULY 15th 1856 39. Headstone IN MEMORY OF ASTREA THE WIFE OF JOHN FARE SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd MARCH 1738 AGED 63 YEARS ALSO OF TWO SONS & TWO DAUGHTERS 40. Ledger IN THIS VAULT ARE DEPOSITED THE MORTAL REMAINS OF EMILIE AMELIA FRANCES SAMWELL THE BELOVED ELDEST CHILD OF LEICESTER V. SMITH ROYAL ENGINEERS AND EMILIE HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 31st OF MARCH 1839 AGED 13 YEARS "Sleeping in Jesus" " The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away, Blessed be the name of the Lord" 41. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOHN SIMMONS WHO DIED THE 2nd OF OCT. 1727 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO ANN HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 2nd OF FEB. 1751 AGED 78 YEARS LIKEWISE SIMMONS SON OF JAMES & ANN LEE DIED 9th AUG. 1746 AGED 10 WEEKS "Life was a burden many years & worn with pain & sorrow, Therefore prepare yourself today, for you may die tomorrow, With Christ my Lord, I hope to live again, Free from all sickness, sorrow, death and pain" 42. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF HANNAH LEESON THE ONLY DAUGHTER OF WILLM. & ELIZTH. LEESON OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 5th APRIL 1741 AGED 16 YEARS 4 MONTHS & 2 DAYS 43. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. STEPHEN JENKINS LATE A MASTER IN THE R. N. WHICH RANK HE HAD 29 YEARS BORN FEBRUARY 22nd 1777 DIED AUGUST 6th 1834 44. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN GEORGE PENN LONG LATE CARPENTER OF THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 12th DAY OF AUGUST 1854 IN THE 74th YEAR OF HIS AGE THIS STONE IS ERECTED BY HIS DISCONSOLATE WIDOW AS A TRIBUTE OF AFFECTION FOR HIS LOSS "He that here slumbers in the grave's last sleep, Was one who saw thy wonders in the deep, In mercy waft him, Lord, from life's rough sea, Unto the haven where we all would be" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 19th January 1854 John George Penn Long, Superannuated Carpenter, Royal Navy. All furniture, plate, linen, china, glass, books, prints, pictures, wines, liquors, etc., and £50, from money in Rochester Savings Bank, to wife Ann. From same source, £60 to be divided between his son in law, Henry Gittings, his wife Hannah and their children, equally shared. From same source, £15 to Mrs Mary Ann Hendey of 32 Albert Street, West Bermondsey New Town, Surrey. Residue of money in Savings Bank, superannuation money due and other personal estate, after expenses, to wife Ann. His freehold house, 1 Navy Row, Gillingham, to grand daughter, Hannah Gittings; 2 Navy Row, to daughter Hannah, for life; after her death, to grandson, Henry Gittings; 3 and 4 Navy Row, and his half share of income from 1,2,3 and 4 Exmouth Terrace, to wife Ann, for life, after her death, 3 Navy Row to grand daughter, Emma Gittings; 4 Navy Row to grand daughter, Ann Gittings; his half share of1 and 2 Exmouth Terrace, to grandson John Gittings; 3 and 4 Exmouth Terrace,to grand daughter, Maria Gittings, the children to have their legacies at 21 years of age. Wife and son in law, Henry Gittings are executors. Witnesses: George Towner, Lieutenant, R. N., 1 Navy Row and Henry Weekes, Surgeon, Brompton. Proved 26th August 1854 45. Chest Tomb HERE LIES INTERR'D THE BODY OF THOMAS SIMMONS LATE OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd OF JUNE 1728 IN THE 75th YEAR OF HIS AGE HERE ALSO IS INTERR'D THE BODY OF ANN THE WIFE OF JOHN SIMMONS LATE OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 19th OF NOVEMBER 1728 AGED 60 YEARS LIKEWISE HERE LIETH THE BODY OF JOHN SIMMONS LATE OF THIS PARISH SENR. SON OF THE ABOVE NAMED THOMAS SIMMONS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANY. 29Th 1746 AGED 67 YEARS IN THIS VAULT ARE DEPOSITED THE MORTAL REMAINS OF THOMAS SIMMONS OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED APRIL 2nd 1837 AGED 78 ALSO HIS WIFE ANN SIMMONS WHO DIED JANUARY 10th 1849 AGED 79 Side Panel HERE LYETH THE BODY OF ANN SIMMONS THE WIFE OF THOMAS SIMMONS SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE SECOND DAY OF JUNE 1713 AGED 59 YEARS Side Panel HERE LYE ALSO SIX SONS AND FIVE DAUGHTERS OF THE SAID THOMAS SIMMONS AND ANNE HIS WIFE End Panel ? HERE ALSO LIETH THE BODY OF ANNE DAUGHTER OF JOHN & ANNE SIMMONS WHO DIED THE 27th OF AUGUST 1717 AGED 11 YEARS End Panel ? ALSO THE BODY OF MARY DAUGHTER OF JOHN & ANNE SIMMONS OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 24th OF AUGUST 1727 AGED 19 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd October 1727 Thomas Simmons of Gillingham, Maltster His house in Gillingham, occupied by William Kempsell and four other houses, purchased from the ?Newell family, in Gillingham Street, occupied by William? Warren, Richard Gaslen, John Peters and Richard Mortimore, to his "loving friends", William ( ? ) of Gillingham, Butcher and Thomas Smith of Gillingham, Yeoman, upon trust. They to permit his daughter, Ann wife of John Tilden of Gillingham, Yeoman, to receive rents for life; after her death, upon trust, the properties to be shared equally between her children. If Ann died without lawful heirs, then the rents to son John for life. After his death, then to his sons Thomas and John, shared equally. If both die before their father, then upon trust for testator's right heirs. Property purchased from Mr Read and Mr Stapley and his wife and Mr Holby and his wife, and all other property and land, to son John for life. After his death, then shared equally by grandsons John and Thomas, for ever. If they both die before they are 21, then to their own right heirs. To grand daughter Elizabeth Simmons, son of John, £50 at 21 or day of marriage. If she died before then, then to daughter Ann Tilden, £150. To grandson, Thomas Simmons largest silver tankard marked T.A. And his silver watch. His clock and clock case and little silver tankard with coat of arms engraved on it, to grandson, John Simmons. To niece Ann Tilden, daughter of brother John Simmons of Gillingham, Victualler, £5. To Mary Cole, wife of William Cole of Gillingham,. Shipwright, £5 if still living in testator's house but not otherwise. Rest and residue, to son John for ever, John is also executor, he is to pay legacies, funeral costs, etc. Witnesses: William ( ? ), Thomas Amos and John Sheafe Proved 20th June 1728 46. Pedestal? SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HUGH GEORGE WALLACE BLACK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 9th JANUARY 1813 AGED 51 YEARS "Whose Hope was Blooming with Immortality, and Eternal Life" 47. Ledger and Plain Pedestal SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF NORMAN INFANT SON OF CAPT. JAMES MACFARLANE HONBLE. E. I. COMPANY'S SERVICE WHO DIED 11th SEPTEMBER 1823 AGED 6 ½ MONTHS 48. Headstone and Foot Stone HERE LIETH THE BODY OF SAMUEL DAMES, SAILMAKER OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 30th OF MARCH 1732 AGED 53 YEARS ALSO YE BODY OF SARAH DAMES HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JULY YE 18th 1741 AGED 65 YEARS 49. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF AUGUSTA CATHERINE WHO DIED ON THE 19th MARCH 1838 AGED 2 YEARS AND 10 MONTHS AND OF FRANCIS WILLIAM CHARLES WHO DIED ON THE 21st OF MARCH 1838 AGED 15 MONTHS AND ALSO OF WILLIAM EDWARD WHO DIED AT CORFU ON THE 27th OF JULY 1834 AGED 3 MONTHS CHILDREN OF CAPT. H. SANDHAM, R. E. AND AUGUSTA CATHERINE ANNE HIS WIFE IN MEMORY OF HENRIETTA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED AT WOOLWICH ON THE 19th OF AUGUST 1843 AGED 7 MONTHS AND WAS INTERRED THERE 50. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR. THOMAS SAYWELL OF THIS PARISH DIED MARCH 24th 1820 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO MRS. HANNAH SAYWELL WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 11th JUNE 1835 AGED 78 YEARS Rear THOMAS SAYWELL DIED JANUARY 27th 1802 AGED 4YEARS "The Great Jehovah full of Love, An Angel Bright did send, To fetch this little harmless Dove, To Joys that never end". Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd March 1815 Thomas Saywell of Gillingham, Blacksmith To wife Susannah, all of his estate for her lifetime. After her death, it is to be equally divided among his children. To sons William and Joseph, all his clothes, shared equally. To daughter, Eliza his watch; to daughter Amelia, his silver buckles; to daughter Hannah, his watch chain and knee buckles. Wife is executor with son William. He wishes son William will continue shop and business after his mother's death. If any of the sisters are minors at the time of testator's death, "it would be best that their monies should be continued in the trade", if so, William is to pay interest until they are of age, when it will be optional to withdraw their shares of the estate or continue it in the business, as is convenient to them. Signs will with a mark. Witnesses: John Dyer and John Kains Proved 23rd August 1820 51. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HENRIETTA SARAH ONLY CHILD OF HUGH AND RACHEL JAMESON BORN FEBY. 5Th 1845 DIED MAY 22nd 1854 52. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY GREGORY WIDOW WHO DIED THE 21st OF SEPTEMBER 1798 AGED 87 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH GREGORY WHO DIED THE 25th OF JANUARY 1830 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO JAMES HUSBAND TO THE ABOVE ELIZH. GREGORY WHO DIED THE 27th OF OCTOBER 1832 AGED 79 YEARS "Thy Sun shall no more go down, neither, Shall thy Morn withdraw itself, for the Lord, Shall be thy Everlasting Light, and thy good, ? Glory and the Day of thy Mourning, Shall be Ended." Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 17th December 1830 James Gregory of Gillingham, late Broker. To Mr James Rogers, Schoolmaster and Mr John Orton, Timber Converter in H. M. Dockyard, both of Chatham, £10 each for their trouble as executors and trustees. To Eliza Rowe, natural daughter of Sophia Rowe, who now resides with him, £100 stock in the 4% annuities, also linen, clothes, household goods and furniture. To nephew John Gregory, £100 and silver watch; to Sarah Gregory, daughter of nephew, John, £20 and all his books and plate; to Mary Ann Gladwell, daughter of nephew John, £20; to cousin, Sarah Parrott, wife of Thomas, late a shipwright in H. M. Dockyard, £40; to Mary Hodson, widow of Gillingham, £10; to Mary Salmons of London, niece of late wife, £60. Residue, not already bequeathed, to be equally shared between Mary Ribbons wife of James, late a Warden in H. M. Dockyard, John Hayes, late a shipwright in H. M. Dockyard, Mary Wagstaff, widow of London, niece of late wife, Susannah Goff, widow of Poplar and the children of the late Sophia Carter, his niece, whose husband was a Sawyer in the shipyard at Blackwall and the children of of the late Frances Rogers, late wife of William Rogers, these children to have one share equally divided at 21 years; the children of Mary Davison, his niece, late wife of George, Caulker in H.M. Dockyard, Sheerness, one share equally divided at 21 years. Interest until they are 21 is to go towards their maintenance and education. Witnesses: James Burgis and John Wells Proved 22nd November 1832 53. Chest Tomb HERE LYETH THE BODY OF JAMES HYDER OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 22nd OF JUNE 1733 AGED 49 YEARS HERE ALSO LYETH THE BODY OF HANNAH WIFE OF JAMES HYDER WHO DIED THE 17th OF DECEM. 1760 AGED 76 YEARS ALSO NICHOLAS STEVENSON DIED THE 23rd OF AUGUST 1759 AGED 81 YEARS 54. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM TATLOCK TWENTY SEVEN YEARS MASTER IN THE ROYAL NAVY AND LATE ONE OF THE SUPERINTENDING MASTERS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 21st OF JULY 1807 AGED 50 YEARS "He Bravely Lived and Nobly Died" 55. Headstone and Foot Stone MR. WILLIAM THOMPSON OF BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY 1st 1829 AGED 77 YEARS ALSO MRS. MARY THOMPSON WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE APRIL 17th 1837 AGED 84 YEARS "The Days of our Years are Threescore, Years and Ten, and if by reason of strength, They be Fourscore Years, yet id their, Strength, Labour and Sorrow, for it is soon, Cut off, and we Fly away" Psalm 90 v10 Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH ANN THOMPSON DAUGHTER OF THOMAS AND SARAH THOMPSON OF BROMPTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 26th 1856 IN THE 34th YEAR OF HER AGE JOHN LEONARD THOMPSON DIED DEC. 22nd 1857 AGED 10 MONTHS 56. Chest Tomb SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. HANNAH LADD WIFE OF MR. WILLIAM LADD OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 30th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1812 AGED 69 YEARS "Farewell, Dear Husband, I am gone before, To pave the Way and pay kind Nature's cure, You soon must Follow, for you cannot Stay" ALSO MRS MARY LADD SECOND WIFE OF MR. WILLIAM LADD WHO DIED ON THE 31st DAY OF AUGUST 1833 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO MR. WILLIAM LADD HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 3rd DAY OF DECEMBER 1841 AGED 81 YEARS "He died in Jesus and is Blest, How Soft his Slumbers are, From Suffering and Sin Released, And Free from every Snare" Side Panel SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ARTHUR JAMES SECOND SON OF JOHN AND MARY ANN SAXTON OF THIS PARISH BORN 4th MAY 1857 DIED 20th MARCH 1858 "This Loving Lad, so Young and Fair, Just came to early Doom, Has come to show how Sweet a Flower, In Paradise will Bloom." 57. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM DANN BANES OF H. M. DOCKYARD, SHEERNESS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 5th 1848 AGED 47 YEARS "An ? indeed in whom, was no Guile" John Chap. 1 v47 ALSO IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH RELICT OF THE ABOVE W. D. BANES AND DAUGHTER OF MR. JOHN ORTON OF BROMPTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AT LIVERPOOL FEBRUARY 15th 1849 AGED 48 YEARS AND WAS INTERRED HERE ON THE 22nd DAY OF THE SAME MONTH "Lovely and Pleasant in their Lives, In Death they were not Divided". Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated13th August 1842 William Dann Banes of Sheerness, Officer in H.M. Dockyard there. All of his estate to wife, Elizabeth, she is sole executor. Witnesses: John James, Junior, 29 Beckford Row, Walworth and Thomas James, Admiralty, Whitehall. Proved 7th April 1848 John Orton was Timber Converter at H. M. Dockyard, Chatham, (see will of James Gregory, no. 52) 58. Small Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN EMY INFANT DAUGHTER OF CAPTAIN PAPILLON, R. N. AND SARAH DAVRELL HIS WIFE BORN 15th OCTOBER 1850 DIED 17th OCTOBER 1850 "Tke Heed that you Despise not, One of these Little Ones". Matt. Xviii 59. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. FRANCIS CHARLES COUVES WHO DIED 16th FEBRUARY 1854 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO LUCRETIA WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 29th APRIL 1857 AGED 33 YEARS Francis Couves, Baker, 1838 Wright's Directory. Post Office Receiving Office, 1840 and High Constable of Gillingham, 1850 – 51 (Baldwin, Chronicles of Gillingham), son of Thomas, Parish Clerk, (1841 Census). 60. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR. THOMAS BRICE WHO DIED NOVEMBER 22nd 1814 AGED 52 YEARS "In Life below in ? for ever Dear, A Friend , a Husband, take this parting Tear, If Life has left me Ought, that asks a Sigh, Tis but like thee to Live , like thee to Die". ALSO MARY WIFE OF WILLIAM JAMES GIFFORD OF HORNSEY, MIDDLESEX AND FORMER WIFE OF THE ABOVE THOMAS BRICE WHO DIED THE 29th OF JUNE 1822 AGED 60 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th July 1812 Thomas Brice of Chatham, Shop Keeper. To wife Mary, who is executor, all of his estate, for ever. Witnesses: W. J. Gifford of Canterbury, Victualler, A. Gifford, his wife and M. W, Gifford, his son. Proved 6th April 1815 61. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS. ELIZABETH WHITTLE DEPARTED THIS LIFE SEPT. THE 9th 1786 AGED 48 YEARS MR. WILLIAM WHITTLE HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE DEC. THE 9th 1789 AGED 58 YEARS ALSO SIX CHILDREN DIED IN THEIR INFANCY William Whittle, no will but Administration identifies him as a Caulker. 62. Headstone and Body Stone HERE LIETH INTERR'D WITH HIS ANCESTORS THE BODY OF THOMAS FIELD, GENT LATE OF THE PARISH OF CHATHAM WHO DIED YE 15th OF JULY 1763 AGED 68 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. SARAH WHITTLE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 18th MAY 1831 AGED 68 YEARS 63. Chest Tomb SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. AUGUSTA PIPER WIFE OF DR. PIPER OF THE PROVISIONAL BATTALION AT CHATHAM DEPOT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 3rd 1839 AGED 55 YEARS 64. Headstone? TO PERPETUATE THE PIOUS MEMORY OF CATHERINE THE WIFE OF HENRY PAUL DECEASED JAN. 23rd AGED 45 YEARS, WHO HAD ISSUE 3 SONS AND 5 DAUS. OF WHICH ONE SON AND 3 DAUS. SURVIVE HER "If in this We are Life only of all we have Men most Hope in Misera Christ ble "Oh Death, where is thy Sting" Rear "The Fleeting Years ? Mortal Swiftly Fly, And all beyond is Vast Eternity, What is Eternity that Frights us so ?, Stay but one moment, you'll begin to Know" "Oh ! Vast Eternity" Oh ! The Depth" Rom. 11 33 65. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. JOHN WILLIAMS WHO DIED 23rd APRIL 1836 AGED 50 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH PAULINA ELDEST DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 6th MAY 1836 AGED 19 YEARS ALSO EDWARD SHARPE ELDEST SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 17th DECEMBER 1836 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO HANNAH SARAH WILLIAMS YOUNGEST DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 3rd OCTOBER 1840 AGED 21 YEARS ALSO MRS PAULINA WILLIAMS RELICT OF THE ABOVE MR. JOHN WILLIAMS WHO DIED JULY 22nd 1859 AGED 72 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 8th April 1836 John Williams of Brompton, Surgeon. To wife, Paulina, all furniture, books, plate, linen, and household effects. He practise to be sold for his wife's benefit. His money and money raised by sale of practise, and books and furniture which it is decided to sell, to be invested at interest in the Public Funds, for benefit of wife and children. Also to wife all property, debts due and any other property for her lifetime, as long as she remains his widow. After her death, the estate to be equally divided among their children. Wife and son, Edward Sharpe are executors and trustees. "I leave them my blessing and kindest wishes and rely upon their ? in duty and affectionate behaviour towards each other to assist in the desirable object". Witnesses: Robert Westwood, Junior, Lydia Cooper and John Anderson, M. D., Rochester. Proved 6th July 1836 66. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF HANNAH MYLES THE WIFE OF JOHN SHEFFIELD, ESQ. WHO DIED THE 25th OF MAY 1838 AGED 34 YEARS 67. Headstone IN MEMORY OF JANE WIFE OF JOHN HUGGINS WHO DIED 7th SEPT. 1771 AGED 57 YEARS "Afflictions for long time I bore, Physicians were in vain, Till God did please death should me seize, And ease me of all pain" ALSO JOHN HUGGINS HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED 10th APRIL 1774 AGED 62 YEARS Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 21st November 1771 John Huggins of St. Margaret, Rochester, late Victualler To Ann Beverstock, his servant maid, £10. After payment of his debts, funeral, etc., residue of personal estate, to sister Sarah Swift, who is executor. Witnesses: William Pettman and Robert Wise. Proved 3April 1774 68. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. EDWARD BANES WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 29th DAY OF JULY 1852 AGED 54 YEARS ELIZABETH INFANT DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE 1838 Wright's Directory, Edward Banes, of Gillingham, Baker. 69. Headstone and Foot Stone ELIZABETH WIFE OF MR. PEIRCE MARTIN WHO DIED ON THE 6th OF AUGUST 1830 AGED 60 YEARS EDGAR MARTIN LATE CLERK IN HIS MAJESTY'S NAVY WHO DIED ON THE 15th OF MAY 1837 AGED 29 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR. PEIRCE MARTIN WHO DIED ON THE 7th OF FEBRUARY 1841 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO OF MRS. ELIZABETH THOMPSON DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE MR. PEIRCE MARTIN WHO DIED ON THE 17th NOVEMBER 1849 AGED 46 YEARS 70. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. JOHN BANES WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 29th DAY OF AUGUST 1826 IN THE 47th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO MRS. ISABELLA BANES WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 16th DAY OF MARCH 1809 IN THE 32nd YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO TWO CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY 71. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR. WILLIAM DANN BANES LATE MASTER MAST MAKER OF HIS MAJESTY'S DOCKYARD, SHEERNESS WHO DIED THE 29th DAY OF JUNE 1798 AGED 47 YEARS ALSO MRS. ANN BANES WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 15th DAY OF JULY 1818 AGED 69 YEARS HANNAH CREED DAUGHTER OF W. D. AND ANN BANES DIED 31st AUGUST 1826 AGED 33 YEARS ALSO MARIA CREED DIED 10th MAY 1826 AGED 11 MONTHS 72. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. GEORGE DANN BANES WHO DIED 11th MARCH 1839 AGED 62 YEARS MRS. ELIZABETH BANES WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 22nd OCTOBER 1850 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO OF MR. FREDERICK BANES SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 13th SEPTEMBER 1858 AGED 49 YEARS George Dann Banes was High Constable of Gillingham 1819 – 20, Baldwin, Chronicles of Gillingham. Frederick Banes, Chemist, 1838 Pigot's Directory 73. Ledger IN MEMORY OF MR. WILLIAM WELLS OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 12th DAY OF JUNE 1838 AGED 85 YEARS ALSO MRS MARY WELLS WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 8th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 18400 AGED 83 YEARS 74. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF EMMA THE BELOVED WIFE OF MR JOHN FULLAGAR OF TOTTENHAM, MIDDLESEX WHO DIED THE 15th OF OCTOBER 1850 AGED 43 YEARS 75. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JAMES MARTIN LATE OF CHATHAM DOCKYARD WHO DIED THE 26th OF OCTOBER 1833 AGED 64 YEARS 76. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF MR THOMAS COMPTON OF THIS PARISH AND DAUGHTER OF MR JOHN GILL WHO DIED SEPT.24th 1791 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR THOMAS COMPTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE DEC. 25th 1817 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO ELIZTH. DAVIDSON DAUGHTER OF MR. SAMUEL COMPTON, SENR. DIED DECEMBER 31st 1791 AGED 57 YEARS ALSO FANNY SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE THOMAS COMPTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER THE 7th 1831 AGED 77 YEARS 77. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR SAMUEL COMPTON WHO DIED NOV. 13th 1789 AGED 80 YEARS ALSO ELIZTH. HIS WIFE DIED JAN. 29th 1787 AGED 71 YEARS ALSO TWO OF THEIR SONS SAML. DIED OCT. 6th 1776 AGED 33 YEARS WILLM. DIED FEBY. 21St 1789 AGED 37 YEARS ALSO FOUR CHILDREN OF THOS. AND MARY COMPTON DIED IN THEIR INFANCY VIZ. WILL, FRANCES, THOS. AND ELIZTH. ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF MRS SUSAN COMPTON WIFE OF THE ABOVE WILL. COMPTON DIED 20th MARCH 1816 AGED 62 YEARS MARY COMPTON DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND SUSAN COMPTON DIED THE 23rd OF DECEMBER 1817 AGED 39 YEARS 78. Headstone HERE LYETH YE BODY OF HENRY COLLENS SON OF THOS. & ELIZTH. COLLENS OF UPCHURCH HE DIED YE 15th OF OCTOBER 1734 AGED 20 YEARS 79. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR SIMON BAGGE LATE MASTER OF HIS MAJESTY'S YACHT THE CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 4th JANUARY 1827 AGED 61 YEARS ALSO MRS REBECCA BAGGE WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 17th JAN. 1833 AGED 67 YEARS 80. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELLEN OSBORN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 26th OF SEPTEMBER 1852 AGED 54 YEARS 81. Headstone IN MEMORY OF JOHN CHANTLER WHO DIED THE 19th NOV. 1757 AGED 32 YEARS "In Virtue's path he always early trod, Liv'd in the faith of Christ, and fear of God, He was cut down by Death's untimely stroke, Just entering business and the Marriage Yoke" 82. Ledger IN MEMORY OF MRS MARY ANN RAMAGE WHO DIED 31st OF OCTOBER 1808 AGED 24 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH RAMAGE WHO DIED 23rd JANUARY 1826 AGED 4 YEARS ALSO MRS REBECCA RAMAGE WHO DIED 11th JUNE 1831 AGED 47 YEARS ALSO MR THOMAS RAMAGE WHO DIED 11th MAY 1841 AGED 64 YEARS Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 7th February 1837 Thomas Ramage, of Brompton, Victualler (in 1838 Wright's Directory, "White Swan" at Brompton) To Eleanor wife of [Richard] George Clarke, Caulker of New Brompton and to daughter, Susan Ramage, all rents and proceeds from his estate, freehold and leasehold, for their support and of his daughter, Catherine Ramage until the death of Eleanor Clarke. In case Eleanor dies before his daughter Catherine is 21, then this legacy not until Catherine is 21. Also to them, his stock in trade, furniture and other effects, to be sold for their benefit, as above. If executors decide to carry on business, then profits to the support of the above, as long as business continues. After the death of Eleanor or if before Catherine is 21, then to son, Thomas Manley, for ever, his freehold house in Wood Street, Brompton, occupied by Mrs Davies . His freehold house in West Court Street, occupied by John Hogg, to son Oliver Long, forever. His freehold house in Old Road, Chatham, occupied by [ ] Harman, to daughter, Susannah; the adjoining freehold occupied by [ ] Middleton to daughter, Catherine. To Susannah and Catherine, jointly, his leasehold house in Whittaker Street, New Road, Chatham, occupied by John Merit and others. To son Thomas, his share in a freehold in Cross Street, on the Brook, Chatham, occupied by [ ] Griggs. Eleanor Clarke may choose any of the above houses for her residence and that of his children, Oliver, Susannah and Catherine, for her natural life. Executors to appropriate out of estate, for benefit of above three children, £50 each to equalise their share with son Thomas. His son William Philip, has proportion" of his "little property", he now gets a silver mug, marked M. B. and a diamond pin which was his mother's. Eleanor Clarke and Susannah Ramage are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Pike, William Gunworth and John Cooper Proved 25th June 1841 Value of goods and chattels less than £600 83. Small Headstone and Foot Stone E. P. BORN DEC. 28th 1851 DIED JULY 25th 1853 "Of such is the Kingdom of Heaven" (Emma Pennington) 84. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR STEPHEN REINHARD OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th OF OCTOBER 1809 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO TWO CHILDREN OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 18th OF AUGUST 1831 LIKEWISE JAMES REINHARD SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF MARCH 1828 AGED 56 YEARS Rear IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF MR JAMES REINHARD WHO DIED THE 27th OF APRIL 1834 AGED 58 YEARS 85. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MARY THE WIFE OF MR EDWARD MERYETT OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 26th OF FEBRUARY 1838 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO MR ROBERT CHESTER HER FORMER HUSBAND WHO DIED THE 7th OF AUGUST 1800 AGED 37 YEARS ALSO JOHN SON OF THE ABOVE EDWARD AND MARY MERYETT WHO DIED AT SCOTLAND 31st JAN. 1858 AGED 54 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE NAMED MR EDWARD MERYETT WHO DIED THE 13th OF FEBRUARY 1858 AGED 84 YEARS DEEPLY RESPECTED Edward Meryett, Baker in Brompton, 1838 Pigot's Directory. Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 22nd March 1800 Robert Chester, of Brompton, Labourer. Appoints Daniel Skillett of Brompton, Draper and Richard Hillyer of same place, Grocer, executors and trustees. His ready money and securities, household goods, stock in trade and personal estate, to wife Mary. Real estate, wherever, to his wife for her life. After her death, then in trust, rents to be used towards his childrens' maintenance and education until they are 21. When his children are all over 21, executors to sell freeholds and divide money equally between all his children. Signs will with a mark Witnesses: John Kipps, Mary Sommerton and Thomas Sommerton Proved 23rd September 1800 86. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF JNO. AND MARY SON & DAUGHT. OF JNO. & ELIZTH. HART HE 6th JUNE 1740 11 DIED AGED SHE 2nd JAN. 1749 23 "Why weep those eyes & sighs my tender breast, Why envy all my friends my peaceful rest, Death is a path that must by all be trod, The only road that leads the man to God" 87. Headstone TOM THE MEMORY OF EDMUND ROBT. BRIETZEHE WHO DIED 3rd NOV. 1846 AGED 4 YEARS "Yes thou art fled and Saints welcome sing Thine infant spirit soars on Angel's wing Our dark affliction would have hoped thy stay The Voice of God has called his child away Short pain – short grief dear babe was thine Now joys Eternal and Divine" 88. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF COLOR SERGEANT EDWARD BARNICOAT ROYAL ENGINEERS AGED 35 YEARS WHO PERISHED MAY 13th 1857 IN THE DISCHARGE OF HIS DUTY WHILST DIVING NEAR THE OLD BRIDGE AT ROCHESTER HE WAS ESTEEMED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM A LOVING HUSBAND AND FOND AND GENTLE FATHER HIS LOSS IS DEEPLY DEPLORED BY HIS WIDOW AND SIX CHILDREN THIS STONE IS ERECTED BY HIS SORROWING WIDOW ALSO HARRIET ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED DEC. 1st 1851 AGED 3 WEEKS ALSO MARTHA KEZIA WHO DIED MARCH 3rd 1858 AGED 7 MONTHS 89. Chest Tomb Side Panel HERE LIETH INTERR'D YE BODY OF THOMAS SMITH LATE OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED YE 6th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1728 AGED 43 YEARS Side Panel HERE ALSO LIETH YE BODY OF MARY HIS WIFE SHE DIED YE 2nd OF NOVEMBER 1729 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO THOS. THEIR ELDEST SON HE DIED YE 3rd OF OCTOBER 1726 AGED 16 YEARS End Panel? LIKEWISE SEVEN OF THEIR CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY "Take Time in Time while Time doth last For Time is not taken When Time is Past" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 4th September 1728 Thomas Smith of Gillingham, Yeoman To wife Mary, the lease and term left on his farm; if she chooses to live there and carry on farm for her benefit, also £400 in stock to enable her to carry farm on. If she agrees to take up lease and the £400, he also gives her £200. But if she does not continue farm, then in lieu of the £400 stock and £200 legacy, he gives her £600 and the previous bequest is void, If she does continue, she gets all household goods, linen, bedding, pewter, brass, copper and brewing implements, but not his husbandry tackle which will be part of the £400 stock. If she does not continue with farm, he gives it to his brother, William. His wife can have the furniture of any three rooms in his house as she chooses. Rest of household contents to brother William. To Mawdestly Best of Boxley, Gentleman, £400, in trust, to invest and pay interest to testator's wife for her life. After her death, the principal sum of £400 to be paid to brother, William Smith, if he his living, if he is dead,, the money to be shared equally between the children of his cousin Rebecca Rosewell, wife of Jeremy, Assistant at H. M. Dockyard, Chatham. Residue of , including, farm stock, live and dead, personal estate, not before bequeathed, after costs of funeral, etc., to brother William, for ever. Appoints brother in law, William Tilden and John Simmons of Gillingham, executors, to each of them, £10. Witnesses: Thomas Best and Thomas John Proved 10th December 1728 Mary Smith's Charity, 1729 (Baldwin, Chronicles of Gillingham , p. 142 £20 to be distributed at 10 shillings per annum among six poor widows. After £5 had been disbursed, the executors bought an annuity payable out of White House Field, a four acre cherry orchard. Bread was purchased and distributed on St. Thomas' Day 90. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR DAVID TAYLOR R.N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 30th OF AUGUST 1849 AGED 81 YEARS 91. Small Headstone NATHANIEL WHEELER DIED MAY 10th 1800 AGED 48 YEARS 92. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MISS MARY ABBS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 15th MARCH 1800 AGED 33 YEARS ALSO MRS ALICE CROCKFORD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 21st NOVEMBER 1808 AGED 43 YEARS 93. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF MR WILLIAM BEALE OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE APRIL 10th 1834 AGED 64 YEARS "Afflictions sore long time I bore, Physicians were in vain, Till God did please to give me ease, And free me from my pain" ALSO WILLIAM BEALE HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED AUGUST 16th 1838 AGED 63 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th January 1836 William Beale late of Brompton, Baker, now residing in Fox Lane, Gillingham, Gentleman. To son, Thomas, household goods, furniture, plate, linen, china, clothes, etc. To James Beale of London, Sawyer, ready money and all other personal estate and rents due from from freehold estate. To Sarah, wife of John Long, of Gillingham, Ropemaker, at H. M. Dockyard, Chatham, a freehold in Fox Lane adjoining the "Black Lion", occupied by [ ] Hammond, for ever. To Mary wife of [ ] Linden, now in Brighton, Tailor, his freehold adjoining the latter, occupied by [ ] Forster, for ever. To John Hayes, late of H.M.S. ? , Seaman, son of John Hayes, Ropemaker of Chatham Dockyard, his freehold house adjoining latter, occupied by [ ] Goldie, for ever. To William Beale of Gillingham, Joiner in Chatham Dockyard, his own house adjoining latter, for ever. Appoints Thomas Blunden of New Brompton, Victualler and Samuel Bristow of Fox Lane, Shipwright, executors; they get £2 each for their troubles. Witnesses: George Acworth, Solicitor, Chatham, Mary Brindly and George Coulson, Clerk to Mr Acworth Proved 24th August 1838 94. Chest Tomb TO THE MEMORY OF DINAH ELLIOTT BORN MARCH 30th 1784 DIED FEBY. 2nd 1834 ALSO OF ELIZABETH ELLIOTT SISTER OF THE ABOVE FORMERLY OF BROMPTON HOUSE WHO DIED THE 28th APRIL 1860 AGED 82 YEARS Tablet attached to the Ledger BENEATH IS ENTOMBED THE BODY OF EVELINA JANE CHAMBERS ELDEST DAUGHTER OF STAFF SURGEON JOHN AND ROSETTA CHAMBERS WHO DIED 11th SEPTEMBER 1844 IN THE 13th YEAR OF HER AGE SHE ENDEARED HERSELF TO ALL WHO KNEW HER BY HER AMIABLE ABILITIES AND LOVELY MANNERS THE EVENT THIS TABLET COMMEMORATES OCCURRED DURING THE ABSENCE OF HER FRIENDS IN THE WEST INDIES WHEN THE KINDNESS OF A FRIEND PERMITTED HER REMAINS TO BE PLACED WITHIN THIS VAULT Elizabeth Elliott Charity, Baldwin, Chronicles of Gillingham, p. 143 She left £50 in Consols for the deserving poor, and for the repair of her grave in the Old Cemetery. 95. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF SUSANNAH DAUGHTER OF QUARTER MASTER SERGEANT THOMAS FRASER ROYAL SAPPERS & MINERS AND OF ELLEN HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 18th OF OCTOBER 1847 AGED 13 YEARS ALSO OF JANE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 27th OF SEPTEMBER 1847 AGED 15 YEARS ALSO OF THE ABOVE MRS ELLEN FRASER WHO DIED DEC. 5th 1851 AGED 38 YEARS 96. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF CATHERINE WIFE OF MR. JOHN AMATUCK WHO DIED JULY 11th 1818 AGED 42 YEARS ELIZABETH AMATUCK DIED DEC. 17th 1831 AGED 1 YEAR ALSO CHARLOTTE AMATUCK MOTHER OF THE ABOVE CHILDREN DIED AUGUST 21st 1832 AGED 35 YEARS 97. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN CHAMBERS WHO DIED FEBRUARY 8th 1826 AGED 58 YEARS ALSO ANN CHAMBERS WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JUNE 27th 1833 AGED 61 YEARS ALSO ONE SON WHO DIED IN INFANCY ALSO IN MEMORY OF MARY CHAMBERS WIFE OF JOHN CHAMBERS WHO DIED MARCH 13th 1853 AGED 50 YEARS MARY ANN CHAMBERS DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED OCTOBER 15th 1845 AGED 4 YEARS SARAH SOPHIA CHAMBERS DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED MAY 15th 1849 AGED 11 YEARS 98. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS. BASSETT BEAR WHO DIED 20th JUNE 1818 AGED 25 YEARS "I in Prime of Life, I was cut off, I could no longer stay, Because my Saviour thought it best, To call me hence away" EDWARD BASSETT BEAR DIED 7th DECEMBER 1844 AGED 3 YEARS MARY MAYNARD DIED 8th JULY 1849 AGED 10 WEEKS GEORGE MAYNARD DIED 21st AUGUST 1851 AGED 4 YEARS Rear FRANCES JANE TONKIN DIED 11th SEPTEMBER 1833 AGED 10 YEARS ELIZABETH TONKIN DIED 30th SEPTEMBER 1838 AGED 10 YEARS 99. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LAURA MARY HARDING OBT. 7th APRIL 1829 AET. 18 WEEKS WILLIAM AUSTIN ELLIS DIED 27th JULY 1829 AET. 19 YEARS ALSO MR. WILLIAM ELLIS FATHER OF THE ABOVE OBT. 20th JANUARY 1847 AET. 69 YEARS 100. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. THOMAS COOMBER SENR. OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED DECEMBER 14th 1806 AGED 56 YEARS ALSO TWO CHILDREN NATHANIEL RICHARD AND SARAH JEMIMA WHO DIED INFANTS ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. REBECCA COOMBER DIED 1818 AGED 64 YEARS SHE LEFT ISSUE FOUR SONS AND THREE DAUGHTERS VIZ THOMAS REBECCA WILLIAM ANN SAMUEL & NATHANIEL ELIZABETH Thomas Coomber, 1793 Universal British Directory, Grocer Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. Any errors noticed by other researchers will be gratefully received so that we can amend our pages to give as accurate a record as possible. Please send details to research@kentarchaeology.org.uk | M.I.s nos. 101 to 200 of St Magdalene Church, Gillingham transcribed by D.L. Williams from a listings by Captain Connolly R.E. in 1862 Gillingham Church M.I.s with Index of names from gravestones Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham recorded in 1862 by Captain Connolly, Royal Engineers. Concise Wills and other notes added by D.E. Williams 2015. M.I.s numbers 101 to 200 101. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF MR. PHILIP VINE OF THE COUNTY OF SOUTHAMPTON WHO DIED JAN. 7th 1825 AGED 71 YEARS 102. Headstone and Foot Stone SARAH WIFE OF GEORGE DADD, ROPEMAKER FORMERLY THE WIFE OF WILLIAM BATTY DEPARTED THIS LIFE APRIL THE 10th 1785 AGED 31 YEARS "Farewell Dear Husband, I am gone before, To Pave the Way and pay Kind Nature's Cure, You soon must Follow, for you Cannot stay, Our Saviour calls and you must then Obey" 103. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. MELCHISEDEC JONES MASTER RIGGER OF H. M. DOCKYARD AT CHATHAM WHO DIED THE 31st DAY OF DEC. 1818 AGED 54 YEARS 104. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LIEUT. THOMAS HALLIFAX LATE OF THE ROYAL ARTILLERY DRIVERS WHO DIED THE 10th MARCH 1809 AGED 25 YEARS 105. Headstone HERE LIES THE REMAINS OF JAMES F. CLIFFORD, ESQ. FIFTH SON OF THE HON. THOMAS CLIFFORD OF TIXALL IN THE COUNTY OF STAFFORD AND CHIEF CLERK IN THE TREASURER OF THE NAVY AT CHATHAM, WHO HAVING PERFORMED THE VARIOUS DUTIES OF THE NAVY PAY OFFICE AT PLYMOUTH, SHEERNESS, LONDON AND CHATHAM UNIVERSALLY RESPECTED AND BELOVED BY EVERY CLASS OF SOCIETY FOR 33 YEARS DIED 18th APRIL 1833 AGED 59 YEARS LAMENTED BY THE POOR AND A LARGE CIRCLE OF ACQUAINTENCES "Blessed are the Dead, who die in the Lord, For their Works follow them" R.I.P. 106. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF PHILIP RICHARDS SON OF PHILIP AND MARY RICHARDS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 13th OF AUGUST 1817 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM LAVERS RICHARDS WHO DIED AUGUST THE 30th 1818 AGED 1 YEAR AND 4 MONTHS ALSO MRS. MARY CHADDOCK DAUGHTER OF P. & M. RICHARDS DIED 19th MAY 1820 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO HER INFANT SON G.M. CHADDOCK AGED 3 WEEKS ALSO MR. WM. LAVERS DIED AUGUST 2nd 1820 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO MRS. MARTHA DADLY DAUGHTER OF P. AND M. RICHARDS WHO DIED JULY 31st 1821 AGED 21 YEARS 107. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. JOHN SHINDLER WHO DIED THE 31st OF AUGUST 1860 AGED 64 YEARS JOHN SON OF JOHN AND ELIZABETH SHINDLER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 27th DEC. 1824 AGED 7 MONTHS ALSO OF JOHN SECOND SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 18th OF AUGUST 1826 AGED 2 MONTHS ALSO ELIZABETH DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 2nd OF AUGUST 1853 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO OF ROBERT SON OF THE ABOVE LATE OF CHATHAM, SOLICITOR WHO DIED THE 17th OF MARCH 1858 AGED 30 YEARS ALSO OF THOMAS LAST SURVIVING SON OF THE ABOVE LATE OF HER MAJESTY'S CUSTOMS, LONDON WHO DIED THE 6th OF SEPTEMBER 1860 AGED 39 YEARS John Shindler, 1838 Wright's Directory, Butcher 108. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HENRY ST. JOHN THE BELOVED SON OF WILLIAM AND JANE ST. JOHN WHO DIED ON THE 27th DAY OF MARCH 1849 IN THE 22nd YEAR OF HIS AGE 109. Headstone MR. WILLIAM BATTY BOATSWAIN OF HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP ORFORD DIED FEBRUARY 5th 1782 AGED 37 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM JAMES BATTY SON OF WILLIAM AND SARAH BATTY DIED IN HIS INFANCY JAMES SON OF WILLM. & SARAH BATTY DIED JANUARY 19th 1785 AGED ONE YEAR 110. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH PERRY THE BELOVED WIFE OF MR. ISAAC PERRY OF CHATHAM AN AFFECTIONATE DAUGHTER OF MR. JOHN CARTER OF GILLINGHAM WHO DIED JANUARY 22nd 1857 AGED 42 YEARS "And I heard a Voice from Heaven saying, Unto me, write, Blessed are the Dead which, Die in the Lord, from henceforth, yea, saith, The Spirit, that they may rest from their Labours" 111. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SUSANNA MARY WIFE OF MR. EDWARD CARTER WHO DIED THE 11th MAY 1850 AGED 24 YEARS ALSO SUSANNA MARY DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN INFANCY 112. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. ISABELLA WIFE OF MR. JOHN CARTER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 15th OF JANUARY 1820 AGED 37 YEARS ALSO THREE OF THEIR CHILDREN VIZ MARY 7 MONTHS WILLIAM AGED 15 MONTHS HENRY 3 WEEKS JAMES CARTER DIED THE 9th DAY OF MAY 1822 AGED 10 YEARS ALSO ANN SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE MR. JAMES CARTER WHO DIED FEBRUARY 9th 1855 AGED 69 113. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR. GREGORY ROCKCLIFFE WHO DIED 27th JUNE 1802 AGED 33 YEARS "Afflictions Sore Long Time I Bore, Physicians were in Vain, Till God did please to give me Ease, And Free me from my Pain" 114. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF WILLM. HARWOOD SHIPWRIGHT IN HIS MAJESTY'S DOCKYARD, CHATHAM WHO DIED 23rd DEC. 1820 AGED 41 YEARS 115. Headstone and Iron Railings SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH SMITH WHO DIED 23rd OF OCT. 1830 AGED 76 YEARS ALSO EMILY PARRY WHO DIED 12th OF MARCH 1822 AGED 11 YEARS ALSO GEORGE WYATT PARRY WHO DIED 2nd OF FEBRUARY 1843 IN THE 36th YEAR OF HIS AGE "O ! May I meet him in that World above, Where all is Peace and Harmony and Love" ALSO MARY ANN WIFE OF WILLIAM TYLER AND FORMERLY WIFE OF THE ABOVE GEORGE WYATT PARRY WHO DIED THE 7th OF DECEMBER 1851 AGED 58 YEARS Rear TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE PARRY OF BROMPTON WHO DIED 26th JULY 1853 AGED 80 YEARS ALSO SARAH PARRY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 24th OF SEPTEMBER 1856 AGED 78 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated1st February 1843 George Wyatt Parry, Brewer, Cannon Street, Chatham All of his estate to his wife, Mary Ann, for ever. Appoints wife and father, George Parry of Gillingham (also a Brewer), executors. Witnesses: James White, Brewer of Chatham and H. Wickham, Solicitor of Strood. Codicil , same date. The father George, 30 shares in the London and Counties Bank. His brewing business to his wife and his father, to carry on business, jointly. To his father and mother, Sarah, £100 per annum out of the brewing profits, for their lives. Remaining income to his wife. Rest of will confirmed Witnesses: as above Proved9th March 1843 116. Ledger LIEUT JOHN JOYCE OF THE ROYAL NAVY DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 15th MARCH 1802 IN THE 42nd YEAR OF HIS AGE 117. Double Headstone HERE LYETH YE BODY OF ALEX. MILLER OF THIS PARISH GENT. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE YE 26th OCT. 1741 AGED 27 YEARS | HERE LIES THE BODY OF ELIZTH. MILLER WIFE OF ALEXANDER MILLER OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER THE 22nd 1706 AGED 62 YEARS (I presume that Alexander is the son of Elizabeth?) | 118. Double Headstone HERE HERE LIETH THE BODY OF ALSO LIETH SAMUEL THE BODY OF ANN GLASIER OF GLASIER LATE WIFE THIS PARISH WHO OF JACOB CRESSFELL DEPARTED THIS LIFE OF THIS PARISH SHE JUNE YE 10th 1736 DEPARTED THIS LIFE AGED 33 YEARS AUGUST THE 9th 1746 AGED 43 YEARS 119. Double Headstone, Left Side Blank HERE LIETH YE BODY OF WILLM. CRESSFIELD THE SON OF JACOB CRESSFIELD OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JULY THE 23rd 1744 AGED 2 YEARS 120. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ROBERT SPRAY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEB. THE 12th 1780 AGED 10 YEARS AND 3 MONTHS ALSO MRS. ELIZABETH MARROTT DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANUARY THE 10th 1784 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO MRS. ELIZABETH ROGERS WHO DIED ON THE 20th DAY OF DECEMBER 1812 AGED 75 YEARS 121. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MALCOLM SELLERS WHO DIED APRIL 23rd 1829 AGED 45 YEARS "For all flesh is as grass, and all the Glory of Man as the flowers of the grass, The Grass withereth and the flowers thereof Falleth away" 1st Ep. Of Peter C1 V24 ALSO CAROLINE THE WIFE OF MR. ROBERT ALLEN R.N. AND FORMERLY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED MARCH 26th 1844 AGED 64 YEARS 122. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS WOOLLETT WHO DIED 17th SEPTEMBER 1831 AGED 76 ALSO OF SARAH WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 13th OCTOBER 1829 AGED 72 123. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH CORDWELL WHO DIED 6th AUGUST 1837 AGED 48 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM ADAMS FORMER HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE AND LATE MASTER SMITH OF THE ORDNANCE DEPARTMENT AT CHATHAM WHO DIED 21st DECEMBER 1829 AGED 45 YEARS 124. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. EDWARD AYERST LIEUT. OF HIS MAJESTY'S SLOOP SPARROW WHO DIED ON HIS PASSAGE TO THE WEST INDIES ON THE 5th DAY OF DECEMBER 1807 AGED 22 YEARS ALSO OF SARAH ANN DAUGHTER OF FRANCIS & SARAH ANN AYERST OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED ON THE 23rd DAY OF APRIL 1811 AGED 5 WEEKS JAMES SMITH SON OF THE ABOVE FRANCIS & SARAH ANN AYERST DIED THE 24th DECEMBER 1823 AGED 2 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS MR FANCIS AYERST DIED THE 28th OF NOVEMBER 1829 AGED 49 YEARS SARAH ANN AYERSY WIFE OF THE SAID FRANCIS AYERST DIED THE 26th OF APRIL 1831 AGED 40 YEARS Rear ELIZABETH YOUNGEST DAUGHTER OF THE BEFORE NAMED FRANCIS & SARAH ANN AYERST DEPARTED THIS LIFE OB THE 12th DAY OD MARCH 18400 IN THE 14th YEAR OF HER AGE 125. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR RICHARD PHILLIPS OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 7th OF JULY 1828 IN THE 66th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO MRS ELIZABETH PHILLIPS WIDOW OF THE ABOVE MR RICHARD PHILLIPS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 17th OF MAY 1831 AGED 66 YEARS ALSO CHARLOTTE MELLIN WHO DIED THE 11th OF JANUARY 1830 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO RICHD. PHILLIPS MELLIN WHO DIED THE 15th OF JANUARY 1830 AGED 16 MONTHS ALSO MR JOSEPH MELLIN WHO DIED 2nd ,MARCH 1849 AGED 47 YEARS ALSO THE FOLLOWING CHILDREN OF JOSEPH AND MARY ANN MELLIN MARY ANN DIED 20th JANUARY 1849 IN THE 17th YEAR OF HER AGE GEORGE JAMES DIED 22nd SEPTEMBER 1839 AGED 2 YEARS JARVIS RICHARD JOHN DIED 10th APRIL 1844 AGED 11 MONTHS ANNA JANE DIED 11th APRIL 1844 IN THE 4th YEAR OF HER AGE FRANCIS JARVIS DIED 13th APRIL 1845 AGED 10 YEARS SUSANNA SELINA DIED 20th OCT. 1850 AGED 3 YEARS JOHN EDWARD DIED 3rd MARCH 1851 AGED 16 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated16th August 1821 and 20th May 1838 Richard Phillips, of Brompton, House Carpenter To wife Elizabeth, all his freehold and leasehold houses in Brompton, Gillingham, Rochester, Chatham and elsewhere, for ever, or term of leases. Also to her, his cash, investments, money due on mortgage, stock in trade, household goods, furniture, plate, linen and residue. She is executor. Witnesses: J. Stephens, M.S. Stephens and John Mole Proved 22nd September 1828 Joseph Mellin, of Boxley, Gentleman, formerly Shoe Seller in Brompton, (1793 Universal British Directory). To wife Mary Ann and friends, Frederick Huggett of Ramsgate, Silversmith and William Maplesden Noakes of Shorne, Gentleman, all of his real estate, in Chatham and Gillingham and elsewhere, for lifetime of wife, upon trust. Rents, after expenses to his wife for her life. After her death, After her death, upon further trust, for his children, Mary Ann, John Edward, Francis Jarvis and George James. Provision has already been made for his other children, Elizabeth Dale, Charlotte Vaughan and Joseph Phillips Mellin. Rest and residue, to his wife, she is executor. Witnesses: Edward Noakes, Gentleman, Thomas Bowsa, Farmer, Shorne and John Medhurst, Labourer, Shorne. Proved 3rd December 1849 126. Low Headstone ANNY ELIZABETH WILKINS DIED THE 31st AUGUST 1793 AGED 7 MONTHS 127. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS JANE KEARLY WIFE OF MR JOSEPH KEARLY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 21st AUGUST 1800 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOSEPH KEARLY DIED THE 9th DAY OF JANUARY 1811 AGED 69 YEARS "In brief to speak thy Praises, let this suffice, Thou wert a Wise, most Loving Modest wife, Of children careful, to thy neighbours Kind, A worthy Mother and of a Liberal Mind" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 26th October 1810 Joseph Kearly of Brompton, Gentleman, formerly Blacksmith, (1793 Universal British Directory) Nephew Richard Kearly, now living with him, is executor. To nephew James Kearly, of Peterborough, Hair Dresser, £500; to nephew, Henry Hickes, a bond from John Pickering for £300; to Ann Pickering, wife of John, of London, Tailor, £500; to Jane Wilkins, wife of the late Daniel, Brazier, £10; to their daughters, Jane Caroline and Tamson, £5 each. Residue to nephew Richard Kearly, for ever. Witnesses: Richard Phillips, William Whittle and J. Simmons Proved 23rd January 1811 128. Headstone and two Body Stones TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH TUKE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th OF APRIL 1824 AGED 61 YEARS Rear TO THE MEMORY OF DR ROBERT NEWBERRY OF HIS MAJESTY'S ROYAL NAVY LATE OF THE PARISH OF UPCHURCH IN THIS COUNTY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 21st DAY OF DECEMBER 1824 AGED 66 YEARS HE LIVED RESPECTED AND DIED LAMENTED ALSO MRS SARAH NEWBERRY OF THE PARISH OF ST. GEORGE HANOVER SQUARE ELDEST SISTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 17th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1825 IN THE 61st YEAR OF HER AGE 129. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF THOMAS BRETT DEPARTED THIS LIFE 2nd APRIL 1764 AGED 43 YEARS ALSO TWO CHILDREN THOMAS AGED 3 MONTHS & ANN 13 YEARS THOMAS BRETT DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th DECEMBER 1745 AGED 72 YEARS REBECCA BRETT DEPARTED THIS LIFE 6th JANUARY 1766 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE LATE THOMAS BRETT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 1st FEBRUARY 1768 IN THE 85th YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO THOMAS BRETT HUSBAND TO THE ABOVE DIED THE 20th DAY OF DECEMBER 1773 AGED 53 YEARS 130. Headstone, Body Stone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MRS REBECCA WIFE OF MR THOMAS SUGDEN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 21st APRIL 1792 AGED 37 YEARS AND 10 MONTHS ALSO FOUR OF THEIR CHILDREN VIZ YEARS MONTHS THOMAS BRETT 0 7 REBECCA BRETT 2 5 WILLIAM " 0 10 RICHARD " 3 DAYS HERE ALSO LIES MR THOMAS SUGDEN HUSBAND TO THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 31st OCTOBER 1805 AGED 54 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM NAYLOR LATE OF THE ORDNANCE DEPARTMENT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 14th OCTOBER 1827 IN THE 35th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 1st March 1802 Thomas Sugden, of Brompton, Gentleman. His own house in Garden Street, Brompton, to his sister, Mary Sugden, Spinster, for her life. After her death, then to his brother William for his life. After his death,then to his wife, Sarah, for life. After her death, then shared equally among her children, if any are dead, then to their children, for ever. Brother William can during life of his sister , Mary, live in the house with his family, paying reasonable rent to his sister. To brother William and friends, James Kincaid of Gillingham, Gentleman and Richard Brown of Rochester, Caulker, £600 in 5% annuities in Bank of England and £200 on bond, owed by nephew William Sugden, Junior, upon trust. Trustees to pay sister, Mary dividends for her life. After her death, they are to pay from £500 of the stock, dividends to his brother, William for his life. After his death, this will be shared equally among his children. The remaining £100 and the debt of £200, after death of his sister, upon trust, to pay brother Abraham, dividends and interest, for life. After his death, the money to be transferred equally among his children. To sister, Mary the use of all his household goods, except the plate, for life. After her death then to brother William, absolutely. His silver waiter, silver quart tankard and silver pint can to brother William. His silver butter boats and two silver goblets to brother Abraham. Residue of silver plate to sister Mary. £200 4% annuities in Bank of England, to his "faithful servant" Ann Coves and his gold watch, with chain and seal, plus £10 for mourning. To brothers William and Abraham, £20 each for mourning; £5 each to his executors for mourning. Residue of personal estate and effects, after expenses, to sister, Mary. William Sugden , James Kincaid and Richard Brown are executors. Witnesses: Pierce Edgcumbe, Edward Manclark and D. B. Lewis Codicil dated 5th May 1806 He had appointed James Kincaid and Richard Brown and brother, William, executors and trustees and gave them £5 each for mourning. He now revokes the appointment of the first two and their £5 legacy. His brother William and servant Ann Coves have died since will was made, Their legacies and that of brother Abraham, are to go into his personal estate and will go to sister, Mary. Witnesses: D. B. Lewis and Ann Ringsman Codicil dated 29th October 1805 He had devise, after death of sister, Mary, brother William, sister in law, Sarah, the house in Garden Street, to all the children of brother William. He now revokes this. The house now goes to all the daughters of bother William, or their children, if any are dead, equally shared. Witnesses: J.H.S. Dickens, Clerk to Messrs Twopenny, Attorneys, Rochester, Ann Ringsman, Servant to Mr Sugden and T. Dickens. Proved 24th December 1805 131. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM HOGBEN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF NOVEMBER 1730 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO FOUR OF HIS CHILDREN AND FOUR GRANDCHILDREN (sic)? 132. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN PAYNE LATE FOREMAN OF THE SHIPWRIGHTS IN HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD AT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 7th 1833 AGED 49 YEARS LEAVING AN ISSUE OF FOUR SONS AND SEVEN DAUGHTERS THIS STONE WAS ERECTED BY THE VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE OFFICERS AND WORKMEN IN THE ABOVE DEPARTMENT TO PRESERVE THE REMEMBRANCE OF ONE WHOSE AMIABLE CHARACTER WAS HIGHLY ESTEEMED AND WHOSE DEATH HAS BEEN DESERVIDLY REGRETTED "Blest are the Man of Peace, Whose Hearts and Hopes are one, Whose Kind Designs to Serve and Please, This all their Actions run" 133. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES ROBINSON LATE FIRST LIEUT. OF H. M. SHIP BULWARK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 26th JAN. 1821 AGED 45 YEARS 134. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF MR TIMOTHY GRATH OF THE QUEEN'S HEAD INN, BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH WHO DIED JANUARY 13th 1841 AGED 36 YEARS 135. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FREDERICK SON OF RICHARD & MARGARET FREELAND WHO DIED AT SPITHEAD ON BOARD H. M. S. SCEPTRE FEBRUARY 25th 1810 AGED 14 YEARS ALSO FOUR OF THEIR CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO RICHARD THEIR SON WHO DIED FEBRUARY 18th 1826 AGED 4 YEARS ALSO SARAH WIFE OF MR THOMAS FREELAND WHO DIED JUNE 1st 1830 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO SARAH GOULD FREELAND WHO DIED MARCH 9th 1831 AGED 19 YEARS ALSO SARAH SHALLO WHO DIED 20th MAY 1840 AGED 2 YEARS AND NINE MONTHS 1838 Wight's Directory, Thomas Freeland, Farmer. 136. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE FREELAND WHO DIED AT SHEERNESS ON THE 21st DAY OF MARCH 1845 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO CHRISTOPHER FREDERICK SON OF CHRISTOPHER FREDERICK AND ELEANOR FREELAND WHO DIED ON THE 19th DAY OF APRIL 1846 AGED ONE YEAR AND NINE MONTHS ALSO MARGARET WIFE OF RICHARD FREELAND WHO DIED AUGUST 9th 1849 AGED 72 YEARS 1838 Wright's Directory, Richard Freeland, Tallow Chandler 137. Chest Tomb, Armorial Crest on Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LEONARD PETER STAFF, ESQ. LATE OF MILTON NEXT GRAVESEND ALDERMAN OF THE SAID PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST 16th 1853 AGED 63 YEARS "Blessed are the Dead which died in the Lord, from henceforth, Yea, saith the Spirit, That they may rest from their Labours and Their Works do follow them" Side Panel SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR LEONARD STAFF LATE OF BROMPTON WHO DIED THE 8th OF SEPT. 1817 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO MRS JUDITH STAFF WIFE OF THE ABOVE LATE OF MILTON NEXT GRAVESEND WHO DIED THE 2nd OF NOV. 1831 AGED 65 YEARS "Memento Mori" Side Panel SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM STAFF THIRD SON OF MR LEONARD PETER AND FANNY STAFF WHO DIED 24th FEBY. 1839 AGED 18 YEARS End Panel IN MEMORY OF LEONARD PETER SON OF MR LEONARD PETER STAFF AND FANNY HIS WIFE OF MILTON NEXT GRAVESEND WHO DIED 2nd OF APRIL 1832 AGED 15 YEARS "Resurgam" End Panel IN MEMORY OF MATTHEW STAINTON SON OF MR LEONARD PETER STAFF WHO DIED 11th OCT. 1824 AGED 1 YEAR AND 10 MONTHS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 6th August 1817 and 12th April 1853 Leonard Staff of Brompton, Shipwright. To wife Judith, all his estate, except £500 which is to be invested in the Public Funds, the interest from this is to be paid to wife, Judith for her lifetime. After her death, to son Leonard Peter, £10 from the £500; the £490 left to his daughters, Susannah and Sarah Ann, equally shared. Wife is executor with Peter Brames, Nuseryman and John Nelloth of Sheerness. Witnesses: George Mitchell and George Scott Proved 21st October 1817 Leonard Peter Staff of Gravesend, Gentleman. All of his estate to wife, Jamey, she is executor. Witnesses: George Edward Sharland, Solicitor, Gravesend and Elizabeth Hawkings, Servant to Mr Staff. Proved 6th May 1853 138. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SOPHIA THE WIFE OF THOMAS QUARRINGTON OF LUTON WHO DIED SEPT. 20th 1820 AGED 36 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE THOMAS QUARRINGTON WHO DIED AUGUST 6th 1836 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO OF THOMAS NIXON QUARRINGTON SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN HIS INFANCY ALSO OF SOPHIA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JANY. 25Th 1828 AGED 11 YEARS 139. Headstone IN MEMORY OF THOMAS DENTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE DEC. 10th 1801 AGED 50 YEARS "My hour has come and Angels round one wait, To take me to their glorious happy state, Where free from sickness, death and every pain, I shall with God in endless pleasures reign, Transporting thought ! Then dear wife adieu, I feel no sorrow but in leaving you, Compelled by frequent sickness to complain, You strove to lessen and assuage my pain, Adieu dear wife ! O ! spare Thy flood of grief and of thy health take care, The time is short till we shall meet again, With Christ to share the Glories of his Reign" 140. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN VINE WHO DIED 22nd JANUARY 1813 AGED 62 YEARS MARY VINE WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED 31st MARCH 1820 AGED 66 YEARS RICHARD VINE SON OF THE ABOVE DIED 27th JUNE 1827 AGED 47 YEARS MARY ANN CAMPBELL VINE DIED 3rd JANUARY 1829 AGED 18 YEARS 141. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS BREAREY GUNNER IN THE R. N. WHO DIED ON THE 30th DAY OD AUGUST 1814 AGED 49 YEARS 142. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM CARR WHO DIED 8th JULY 1822 AGED 69 YEARS 143. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARY FLASHMAN A SINCERE CHRISTIAN WIFE OF WM. FLASHMAN OF CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 6th 1815 IN THE 44th YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO OF THREE CHILDREN OF THE ABOVE GEORGE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 16th 1803 AGED 3 MONTHS HARRIET JANE APRIL 4th 1809 AGED 3 YEARS HARRIET OCT. 29th 1810 AGED 7 WEEKS ALSO WILLIAM FLASHMAN WHO DIED JANUARY THE 30th 1818 AGED 50 YEARS HE DIED IN PEACE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 21st November 1817 William Flashman, of Chatham To his children, William Edward, aged 15, George aged 13, Mary Geogiana, 9 and Sarah Jane, 6, his property equally shared, this consists: freehold house in Hammond Place, Chatham, part of a house in Modbury, Devon and all his funded property,(£400), in 5% annuities and all personal estate. Appoints David Roberts, Shop Keeper of Modbury, "who married a half sister of my mother and William Hone, Esquire, my brother in, law, Lieutenant in the Royal Navy, now on half pay, residing at Gosport", executors and guardians of his children. They to have custody of his property. Witness: William Palmer, Peter Reynolds and Stephen Devr. Colet Proved 20th February 1818 144. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR CHARLES ELPHICK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANUARY THE 17th 1801 AGED 33 YEARS 145. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF FRANCES JANE ROBSON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 2nd DAY OF AUGUST 1844 AGED 22 YEARS ALSO OF MATTHEW ROBSON FATHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 5th DAY OF NOV. 1847 AGED 68 YEARS 146. Headstone HERE LYETH YE BODY OF THOS. JEFFRIES GUNNER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JULY YE 8th 1725 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO NEAR THIS PLACE LIES PHILLIS HIS WIFE AND SIX CHILDREN 147. Chest Tomb HERE LIETH THE BODY OF THOMAS JEFFRIES OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OCTOBER 1747 IN THE 60th YEAR OF HIS AGE HERE ALSO LIETH THE BODY OF JANE SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th AUGST. 1748 AGED 48 YEARS Side Panel HERE LIETH THE BODY OF ELIZTH. THE WIFE OF THOMAS JEFFRIES OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED YS LIFE THE 13th DAY OF APRIL 1742 AGED 54 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 29th October 1747 Thomas Jeffries of Gillingham, Shipwright. n A marriage settlement dated 25th February 1743, between himself, his "now wife", Jane, then Jane Philpott, widow, Francis Pigot of Gillingham, Vicar and Thomas Holmden, Fisherman, the testator did covenant that in case his wife survived him, she should have soon after his death, one third of all household goods and stock in trade and other things, or £50 in lieu. He has for some time carried on the trade of Rope Maker with William Greenstreet, Rope Maker, a business which wife Jane carried on before their marriage. He now gives her his share in the business and money due from the business. He also gives her the lease of the rope ground when business is carried on by his wife. She should, by her will, release to his son Thomas, the one third of his household goods and all dower rights. To son Thomas, his real estate and residue of personal estate, upon condition that his widow continues to live in his house as long as she remains his widow, paying no rent, if she chooses to live in another house, son Thomas will pay her rent (out of testator's house) to her, this not to exceed £6. Son Thomas is executor. Witnesses: Francis Pigot, William Martin and Thomas Tomlyn. Proved: 23rd November 1747 148. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN BLACK LATE QUARTER MASTER SERGEANT OF THE ROYAL SAPPERS AND MINERS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 7th OF OCTOBER 1829 AGED 58 YEARS ALSO ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE JOHN BLACK WHO DIED 7th FEBRUARY 1856 AGED 87 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH ANN WELLS GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 24th AUGUST 1856 AGED 8 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS 149. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR ROBT. MOORE LATE MASTER MAST MAKER IN HIS MAJESTY'S YARD, CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 25th MAY 1804 AGED 56 YEARS ALSO SARAH HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd SEPTEMBER 1810 AGED 55 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 27th March 1804 Robert Moore of Gillingham. To wife, Sarah, all personal estate for life. After her death, or remarriage, and if his daughter is unmarried, she shall have the interest of £200 3% annuities and his household goods and furniture, etc., for as long as she remains single. Rest and residue, after wife's death or remarriage, and when his youngest child is 21, estate to be equally divided among his children, John, Robert, Sarah, William and George. Household goods and furniture given to daughter also to be shared among all children, after wife's death or remarriage, when his daughter, Sarah marries or in case of her death, before then, to be shared among his children. Wife and William Plunkeet?, of H.M. Dockyard, Chatham , Gentleman are executors. Witnesses: J. Vinall, Master Bricklayer, Brompton and W, Farmer, Gentleman of Brompton. Proved 19th July 1804. Power reserved to Plunkeet. 150. Chest Tomb MR HARTLEY LARKIN DIED 1st JULY 1803 AGED 87 YEARS MANY YEARS FOREMAN AFLOAT OF HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD CHATHAM TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH MARY JANE WIFE OF MR. HARTLEY LARKIN, GENT. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 27th OF JANUARY 1782 AGED 53 YEARS ALSO ANN LARKIN DIED THE 27th OF APRIL 1763 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO MARY HICKS DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF MAY 1776 AGED 29 YEARS MOTHER AND DAUGHTER TO THE ABOVE MR LARKIN HENRY HARTLEY ALLAN WHO DIED 19th DECEMBER 1822 AGED 3 YEARS AND 6 MONTHS LARKIN ALLAN WHO DIED 20th OF MAY 1823 AGED 5 MONTHS End Panel MRS SUSANNA CATTARNS WIFE OF MR JOHN CATTARNS DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 16th OF NOV. 1791 IN THE 48th YEAR OF HER AGE "Not faithless but believing, a friend indeed, And to her neighbours, When they were in need, A good mother, Wife and child, As such she lived, In fear of God, As such she died" Side Panel "Stop here my friends and view this place, And see how many here lies in this piece of ground, Some good some bad lives while on Earth have spent, But God grant all Mankind time to Repent" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 1st February 1794 Hartley Larkin of Chatham, Gentleman His two thirds share in 7 copy-hold houses on west side of St. John's Street, Hackney, occupied by Stephen Simmons, Richard Ward, John Williamson, John Goldsmith , James Dalton, William Weston and Joseph Effingham, subject to an annuity of £60, to grandson, Hartley Hickes of Chatham. To daughter, Elizabeth Larkin, of Chatham, for life, an annuity of £60 from the above houses. His 5 copy-hold houses also in St. John's Street, occupied by Thomas Wright, William Timewell, Joseph Gozzard, Ann Fernoth and William Starkie, one third of the income from theses is subject to an annuity of £30, to son in law John Cattarns, upon trust, until his youngest child by his late wife, Susannah, is 21. Until then the income from the latter properties to go towards their maintenance and education. When they are all 21, they will share this equally. Another third of the income from the latter properties To his daughter Ann wife of John Allen, of Chatham, for her life. After her death, the income equally shared by her children. To daughter, Elizabeth, for life, an annuity of £30, from one third of latter properties. His two houses in Gad's Hill, Gillingham, occupied by William Bray and John Dunn, to daughter, Elizabeth, for ever. Ready money, investments, household goods, furniture, residue, etc., after expenses are paid, to daughter Elizabeth for ever. She is executor. Witnesses: Henry Stroud, William Newall and William Jeffereys, Attorney of Chatham. Proved 4th July 1803 151. Headstone and Body Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR. NICHOLAS IRYTZKOY MIDSHIPMAN IN HIS IMPERIAL MAJESTY'S SHIP ARCHIPELAGO WHO DIED 15th OF OCTOBER 1813 AGED 19 YEARS 152. Ledger (This inscription was in Russian, which was kindly translated for me by Irina Fridman of the Medway Archives and Local Studies Centre.) NAVIGATOR GREGORY IVANOVITCH IVANOV OF THE RUSSIAN FLEET WHO DIED NOVEMBER 25th 1813 AGED 21 YEARS AND 8 DAYS 153. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MRS FANNY BAILIE WIFE OF HENRY BAILIE ESQ. COMMODORE IN HIS IMPERIAL RUSSIAN MAJESTY'S NAVY WHO DIED ON THE 18th DAY OF APRIL 1814 AGED 42 YEARS 154. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF HENRY G. HOGARTH CAPTAIN LIEUTENANT OF THE RUSSIAN NAVY WHO DIED ON THE 17th DAY OF MAY 1813 155. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CHARLES SON OF CHARLES AND JANE PITCHER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 24th OF JANUARY 1851 AGED 9 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS 156. Small Headstone IN MEMORY OF WALTER SON OF WALTER WALLER OF SUTTON VALENCE WHO DIED DECEMBER THE 31st 1751 AGED 72 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 30th December 1751 Walter Waller, of Gillingham, Shipwright. All money and wages due from H.M. Dockyard, all household goods, etc., to "loving kinsman", John Waller, son of John Waller of Town Sutton, and £15; to Christopher, brother of John Waller, £15; to cousin John Waller, £15 and large house Bible; "to loving friend", Thomas Waller, Shipwright, £5 and all working tools; to friend John Whebb, a "chest in ye yard", dockyard? Brother John is executor. Desires an "handsome" burial and a headstone. Signs will with a mark. Witnesses: John Huggins, Jane Huggins and James Sanders Proved 4th March 1752 157. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF CHARLES SON OF SAML. & ELIZTH. WYLES WHO DIED 4th OF JANUARY 1815 AGED 3 YEARS & 6 MONTHS ALSO ESTHER WYLES DIED THE 3rd DAY OF APRIL 1825 AGED 11 YEARS AND 4 MONTHS ALSO MR. SAMUEL WYLES DIED SEPTEMBER 19th 1846 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH WYLES WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED JANY. 24th 1848 AGED 64 YEARS 158. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY ANN DAUGHTER OF JOHN E. & SUSAN E. SHRUBB DIED 13th JANUARY 1859 AGED 2 YEARS & I MONTH 159. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JEMIMA JOSEPHA WIFE OF JOHN MUDDLE OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 25th OF FEBRUARY 1853 AGED 69 YEARS ALSO OF THE ABOVE JOHN MUDDLE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 31st MARCH 1859 IN THE 85th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO LAURENTIA MUDDLE SISTER OF THE ABOVE JOHN MUDDLE WHO DIED THE 15th OF MAY 1861 IN THE 80th YEAR OF HER AGE 160. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS HARRIET ELLIS OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 8th SEPTEMBER 1856 AGED 55 YEARS "While weeping o'er this grave I bend, Which covers all that was my Friend, My Saviour marks the tears I shed, For Jesus wept o'er Lazarus dead" 161. Headstone and Body Stone JOHN AND ROBERT SONS OF HENRY CLEMENTS OF BORDEN IN THIS COUNTY JOHN DIED NOV. 26th 1779 Ad. 73 YEARS LEAVING ISSUE BY SARAH BROOKER HIS WIFE JOHN, THOMAS AND SARAH ROBERT DIED UNMARRIED JANY. 20Th 1781 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO JOHN SON OF THE ABOVE ISSUE DIED FEBY. THE 5th AGED 44 YEARS 162. Headstone, Body Stone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. SARAH CHALK ISSUE OF JOHN CLEMENTS SNR. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 27th DAY OF JUNE 1812 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO THOMAS CLEMENTS ISSUE OF JOHN CLEMENTS SENR. DIED 23rd JULY 1826 AGED 78 YEARS 163. Headstone IN MEMORY OF JAMES COWDRY DIED FEBRUARY 15th 1800 AGED 36 YEARS 164. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FANNY SARAH WIFE OF WILLIAM JOHN CARTER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 29th DAY OF OCTOBER 1857 AGED 54 YEARS 165. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH THE BELOVED WIFE OF CAPTAIN SEXTON, E.I.C.S. WHO DIED MAY 17th 1857 AGED 65 166. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOHN HOLMDEN OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 11th OF OCTOBER 1749 AGED 35 YEARS | IN MEMORY OF ELIZTH. SISSELL OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 14th SEPT. 1768 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO IDEN ALICE DAUGHTER OF EDWARD AND LAURENTIA MUDDLE DIED THE 28th JANY. 1770 AGED 6 MONTHS ALSO ELIZ. SISSELL MUDDLE DIED 21st JUNE 1771 AGED 7 MONTHS | "Right Dear and Precious in his Light, He always doth esteem, The death of all his Holy ones, Whatever men do deem" | Rear WILLIAM MUDDLE DIED SEPT. THE 26th 1780 AGED 5 YEARS GEORGE MUDDLE DIED NOV. THE 9th 1780 AGED 1 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS JOHN HOLMDEN DIED THE 3rd DAY OF DECEMBER 1815 AGED 69 YEARS MARY M. R. MUDDLE DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND MARY MUDDLE DIED THE 22nd OF NOVEMBER 1849 AGED 5 YEARS HENRY GEORGE MUDDLE DIED FEBRUARY 6th 1853 AGED 5 MONTHS PERCY WILLIAMS DIED THE 17th OF JANUARY 1855 AGED 20 YEARS GORDON WILLIAMS DIED THE 18th OF MAY 1858 AGED 21 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 13th September 1768 Elizabeth Sissell, of Gillingham, Spinster. All of her estate to niece, Laurentia Holmden of Gillingham, Spinster; she is executor. Witnesses: Elizabeth Taylor, (mark of) and Thomas Tomlyn Proved 27th October 1768. Laurentia is now wife of Edward Muddle 167. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR. EDWARD MUDDLE OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 7th OF OCTOBER 1821 IN THE 80th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO MRS LAURENTIA MUDDLE WIFE OF THE ABOVE AND DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND IDEN HOLMDEN DIED THE 2nd DAY OF APRIL 1831 AGED 83 YEARS IDEN MUDDLE DIED THE 15th OF JANUARY 1854 IN THE 77th YEAR OF HER AGE EDWARD MUDDLE DIED THE 17th OF JANUARY 1857 IN THE 85th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 16th November 1819 and 12th February 1855 Edward Muddle of Gillingham, Shipwright. To wife, Laurentia, if she survives him, all of his estate. After her death, estate to be divided among his children, as follows: to sons Edward and John, his shipwright yard with wharf and hard attached and buildings, now in his own occupation, also the house adjoining the back of his own house, occupied by John Norman, also piece of meadow adjoining shipyard, and blacksmith's forge and kiln, in equal shares. To son James, 2 houses adjoining his own house, occupied by Frederick Ruckert and Widow Hillard, with small chamber , occupied by testator over the kitchen of Ruckert's house, also use of a well at Norman's house. To daughter, Iden, 4 houses at the top of Gad's Hill, Gillingham, occupied by Widow Erith, JamesSmith, Robert Robertson and Nathaniel Osiger ?. To daughter, Laurentia, house occupied by her brother, John, adjoining house given to Iden. To daughter Elizabeth, wife of John Chenoweth, Agent of the Naval Hospital at Cape of Good Hope, house adjoining one given to Lauretia, occupied by Widow Loft. All his plate, linen, household furniture to his wife, but if she does not survive him, then divided equally among his children. Rest and residue, and personal estate, to his executors, debts and funeral costs, etc., to be paid , what remains to his executors equally shared. Sons, Edward, John and James are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Dulake, Edward Froud and Thomas Couves. Proved 9th July 1822 Edward Muddle of Gillingham, Gentleman. His share of Munstead House, occupied by himself, and 2 cottages adjoining the back of the latter, both occupied by James Wellar ? and piece of ground, now used as a garden, about 1 acre. Also a wharf and buildings occupied by John Adams, all near the bottom of Gad's Hill. His share of house in Waterside Lane,occupied by West, Haywood, Hawkings and Haywood and Masters. Also cottages on Gad's Hill, occupied by Isaac Linett and Durling, to his brother and sister, James and Laurentia for their lives. After their deaths, then to niece Anna Muddle daughter of brother, John. Residue, personal estate and household goods and furniture to brother and sister, James and Laurentia; after their deaths then to niece Anna. Nieces Anna and Elizabeth Muddle, both daughters of brother John are executors. Witnesses: James Tulvay?,Surgeon of Brompton and Matthew Stephens, Solicitor, Chatham Proved 17th September 1857 168. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LAURENTIA ALICE DAUGHTER OF JOHN CHENOWETH, R. N. AND ELIZABETH HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 2nd OF JUNE 1836 AGED 16 YEARS "Then shall the dust return to the earth, As it was; and the Spirit shall return unto, God, who giveth it In the will of Edward Muddle, (1819), John Chenoweth is described as , "Agent for H.M. Navy Hospital, Cape of Good Hope" 169. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY CECELIA FOURTH DAUGHTER OF CLARENCE AND JANE RHIND WHO DIED 14th JULY 1856 AGED 21 YEARS ALSO OF JAMES BAIKIE THEIR ELDEST SON WHO DIED AT BOMBAY 21st OCTOBER 1855 AGED 36 YEARS OF CLARENCE DONLEVY THEIR SECOND SON WHO WAS DROWNED OFF MACAO 29th SEPTEMBER 1842 AGED 22 YEARS OF WILLIAM DOUGLAS THEIR THIRD SON WHO DIED IN SCOTLAND 1st DECEMBER 1854 AGED 30 YEARS AND OF ELEANOR JOHNSTONE LEWIS AND EDWARD DOWNES WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY AND ARE BURIED IN CHATHAM CHURCHYARD ELEANOR WIDOW OF PETER SMITH, ESQ. LIEUTENANT IN THE LATE ROYAL ARTILLERY DRIVERS AND GRAND MOTHER OF THE ABOVE NAMED CHILDREN OF CLARENCE AND JANE RHIND DIED SEPTEMBER 24th 1858 AGED 80 YEARS Clarence Rhind, of Chatham Hill, was a Clerk in H. M. Dockyard. (Bagshaw's Directory 1847) 170. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANNE CAROLINE ELDEST DAUGHTER OF ROBERT AND ANNE MARIA HOWES WHO DIED THE 11th OF JANUARY 1818 AGED 5 YEARS AND 4 MONTHS ALSO OF MARY ANNE THIRD DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 17th OF JANUARY 1830 AGED 2 YEARS AND 7 MONTHS 171. Chest Tomb EDMUND LARKIN DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF NOVR. 1779 AGED 43 YEARS CATHERINE WIFE OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd OF JANY. 1821 AGED 77 YEARS ANN PIKE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 24th OF OCTOBER 1796 AGED 26 YEARS BETSY DAUGHTER OF CHARLES AND ELIZABETH LARKIN AND GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE EDMUND AND CATHERINE LARKIN DIED THE 28th OF APRIL 1821 AGED 19 YEARS MARY WIFE OF WILLIAM ROFFWAY AND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE EDMUND AND CATHERINE LARKIN DIED THE 14th OF JUNE 1822 AGED 54 YEARS Panel IN MEMORY OF MR. CHARLES LARKIN* OF ROCHESTER WHO DIED SEPTEMBER 12th 1833 AGED 57 Panel MRS ELIZABETH LARKIN DIED DECEMBER 2nd 1854 AGED 83 YEARS Panel NEAR THIS PLACE JOHN WINSTON PIKE (HUSBAND OF THE SAID ANN PIKE) WHO DIED 1st SEPTEMBER 1835 AGED 73 YEARS Charles Larkin was an Auctioneer and an enthusiastic supporter of the 1832 Electoral Reform Bill. An obelisk, to his memory, was erected on Gad's Hill at Higham, which survives to this day. 172. Headstone and Body Stone HERE LIETH THE BODY OF FAITH HURST DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th OF MAY 1777 AGED 80 YEARS MR. CHRISTOPHER HODGEDOTT DEPARTED THIS LIFE SEPTEMBER THE 14th 1790 AGED 85 YEARS & 10 MONTHS MRS. MARY MARTIN DEPARTED THIS LIFE SEPTEMBER THE 14th 1792 AGED 72 YEARS NEAR THIS PLACE LIETH THE BODY OF EDMUND LARKIN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOV. 25th 1779 AGED 43 YEARS 173. Headstone and Foot Stone NEAR THIS PLACE LIETH THE REMAINS OF MR EDWARD OWDEN OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 2nd OF APRIL 1816 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO MR RICHARD TURPIN WHO DIED ON THE 17th OF SEPTEMBER 1818 AGED 34 YEARS ALSO MRS CATHERINE RICH WHO DIED ON THE 13th OF FEBRUARY 1853 AGED 86 YEARS ALSO MRS ANN HANDRYN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE SEPTEMBER 6th 1854 AGED 67 YEARS SINCERELY REGRETTED AND BELOVED Edward Owden, Tailor of Brompton, (1793 Universal British Directory) Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 10th September 1818 Richard Turpin of Brompton, Joiner To wife Ann his houses in Fort Pitt Street, Chatham and his own house in Brompton, for her life. After her death, then to his children in equal shares. Wife also has all monies, household goods and furniture and rest and residue for her and their children's support and for placing out apprentice when necessary. Wife and good friend Henry Hillard of Brompton, Shipwright, are executors. Witnesses: J. Stephens, C. Owden and Seth Simmons Proved 1st February 1819. Power reserved to Henry Hillard. 174. Headstone, Body Stone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS WILLIAMS, BLACKSMITH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE SUDDENLY JULY 13th 1794 AGED 37 YEARS "Oh ! Reader, stop and drop a tear, Think on the corpse that slumbers here, And when you read the fate of Mee, Think on the glass that runs for Thee, Grieve not for me my bosom Friend, Christ will be your husband & good Friend." ALSO THOMAS COX, JUNR. DIED THE 27th JANY. 1807 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE LATE ROBERT TAW, GUNNER AND FORMERLY WIFE OF THE ABOVE THOMAS WILLIAMS AND THOMAS COX WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 17th OF NOVEMBER 1843 AGED 75 YEARS SHE WAS A FRIEND TO THE FATHERLESS CHILDREN AND WIDOWS AND DESERVEDLY RESPECTED BY MANY FRIENDS SHE DIED IN PEACE Rear IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH COX WHO DIED THE 12th OF AUG. 1805 AGED 72 YEARS THOMAS COX HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 19th SEPTEMBER 1807 AGED 69 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 24th January 1807 and 5th February 1807 Thomas Cox, Junior of Gillingham, Shipwright. After debts and funeral costs etc., are paid, all monies, wages due, household goods and furniture, etc., personal estate, real estate to wife Mary, for ever. She is executor. Witnesses; George Conquest, Richard Hillyer and Robert Bryant, Junior. Proved 18th December 1807 Thomas Cox, Senior, of Gillingham, Rope Maker. Executer is daughter in law, Mary widow of late son, Thomas. All of his estate, including wages from H. M. Dockyard, to her. Witnesses: Richard Hillyer and John Sommerton. Proved 18th December 1807 175. Headstone IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM BROWN WHO DIED THE 26th OF OCTOBER 1752 AGED 57 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 22nd OF SEPTEMBER 1788 AGED 68 YEARS ELIZABETH WIFE OF WILLIAM BROWN SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 22nd OF JANUARY1791 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO THREE SONS OF THE ABOVE, TWO OF WHOM DIED IN THEIR INFANCY, VIZ. THOMAS AND HENRY DANIEL DIED THE 18th OF NOVEMBER 1801 AGED 18 YEARS 176. Headstone , Body Stone and Plain Ledger IN MEMORY OF THOMAS HARTNELL LATE SHIPWRIGHT IN H. M. YARD CHATHAM WHO DIED APRIL 23rd 1832 AGED 43 YEARS AND OF SARAH HIS WIFE WHO DIED MARCH 30th 1854 AGED 61 YEARS "It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in Man" ALSO TO JOHN SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN THE EXECUTION OF HIS DUTY AS SEAMAN ON BOARD H. M. SHIP EREBUS IN THE ILL FATED EXPEDITION UNDER SIR JOHN FRANKLIN HIS REMAINS LIE BURIED ON BEECHEY ISLAND IN THE ARTIC SEAS WHERE HIS SURVIVING SHIPMATES PLACED THE FOLLOWING INSCRIPTION "DIED JANY. 4Th 1846 JOHN HARTNELL, A. B. H. M. SHIP EREBUS AGED 26 YEARS" "Thus saith the Lord of Hosts, consider your ways" ALSO THOMAS BROTHER OF THE ABOVE AND LIKEWISE ONE OF THE CREW OF THE UNFORTUNATE EREBUS WHOSE FATE NO DISCOVERY HAS YET BEEN MADE HE WAS BORN MARCH 12th 1823 A few decades ago the bodies of John Hartnell and another crewman, in an exercise of doubtful taste, were exhumed and pictures of the well preserved bodies, (buried in permanently frozen ground), were widely publicised. 177. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR LACKLAND MCMILLAN LATE OF THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 12th JULY 1854 AGED 71 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 6th December 1845 Lachlan McMillan, Carpenter in the Royal Navy, now in H. M. Dockyard, Chatham. To wife, Ann, all of his estate. Witnesses: Thomas Nevill and Alexander Sullivan, Resident Householders of Chatham. Affidavit 14th August 1854 Alexander Sullivan, retired Gunner, R. N., is sworn. He confirms he was present, with the other witness, when testator signed will and that he and the other witness signed in testator's presence. Proved 15th August 1854 178. Headstone MARY CATHERINE DAUGHTER OF G. & C. WEATHERALL OF THIS PARISH DIED 5th MAY 1800 AGED 3 YEARS 179. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF [SARAH] WIFE OF ISAAC CLARK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 22nd 1769 AGED [ ] YEARS ALSO JAMES SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED NOV. 177[ ] AGED [ ] YEARS LIKEWISE JOSEPH SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JULY 177[ ] AGED [ ] YEARS GEORGE CLARK DIED APRIL THE 10th 1779 AGED 6 YEARS AND 5 MONTHS 180. Headstone MRS ANN PAYNE WIFE OF PHILIP PAYNE DEPARTED THIS LIFE 13th MARCH 1780 AGED 49 YEARS 181. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS WATKINS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 21st NOV. 1802 AGED 43 YEARS ALSO THOMAS, JOHN, JAMES, MARY ANN AND JOHN CHILDREN OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO SUSANNA* WIFE OF THOMAS WATKINS WHO DIED 29th MAY 1852 AGED 58 YEARS *I presume that Susanna is the daughter in law of Thomas Watkins, died 1802? Thomas Watkins was a Grocer in Brompton, (Universal British Directory 1793) 182. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR JAMES STURGEON OF THE ROYAL ARTILLERY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JULY 10th 1807 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO 4 SONS WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY LEFT SURVIVING 5 SONS AND TWO DAUGHTERS "Farewell the Partner of my Heart, The time is come that we must Part, And when you come my Grave to see, Prepare yourselves to Follow me" 183. Ledger IN MEMORY OF ANN MARIA DRAYSON WIFE OF WILLIAM DRAYSON OF BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 3rd OF APRIL 1857 AGED 73 YEARS 184. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR F. LOVETT WHO DIED THE 23rd OF NOV. 1799 AGED 26 YEARS ALSO JOHN WILLIAM LOVETT SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 8th OF OCTOBER 1800 AGED 5 YEARS 185. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS SALLY KEYS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST THE 28th 1809 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH NEWNHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 16th 1818 AGED 82 YEARS 186. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS PANKHURST 2nd MAN CHANG'D THE 19th OF MAY 1774 AGED 69 YEARS ALSO MRS SARAH PANKHURST HIS WIFE CHANG'D THE 5th OF MAY 1790 AGED 82 YEARS ETERNITY ALSO MR IVETT PANKHURST THEIR SON CHANG'D THE 3rd FEB. 1798 AGED 48 YEARS LATE 2nd MAN IN HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD CHATHAM Deanery of Shoreham Wills, dated 21st January 1772 and 21st April 1794 Thomas Pankhurst of Gillingham, Shipwright. To wife Sarah, the use of his house and furniture, pay due from H.M. Dockyard and other monies, for life. To son Thomas the front house in Brompton High Street; to son Ivett, the back house adjoining the latter. To daughters Martha and Catherine, after death of his wife, all furniture, plate, linen, etc., watch, clock, books, equally shared. If his wife dies before his apprentice's (James Gratton), time is served, then profits from his apprenticeship to his daughter Martha. Martha is to have her room in his house, while she remains single. "Loving friends", Thomas Wilkins and Thomas Hull are executors. Witnesses: John Jeffery, John? Tovery and James Clifton Proved June 1774 Ivett Pankhurst of Brompton, Shipwright. Desires to be buried in Gillingham Churchyard. To brother Thomas, a shipwright, in H.M. Dockyard, Plymouth, all his clothes, watch and gold ring. To sister, Martha Adams, widow, his books, half of his pictures and 1 guinea for a gold ring. To sister Ann Happerfield, half of his pictures and 1 guinea for a gold ring. To brother in law, Robert Happerfield, 1 guinea for a gold ring. To sister Catherine Pankhurst, his house consisting two dwellings in Brompton High Street,, also all wages due from H.M. Dockyard, plus wages and profits from apprentice, William Edwards or apprentice at time of his death. Also all ready money and debts. Executors, Thomas Colchester, Currier of Chatham and William Tapley, Gentleman of Brompton. Witnesses: Daniel Skillett, William Bower and William Grinsted. Proved 27th April 1798. Value of estate less than £100. 187. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF CAPTAIN JOSEPH ALLEME NATIVE OF DUNKIRK WHO DIED ON BOARD THE SANDWICH PRISON SHIP THE 5th DAY OF MARCH 1807 AGED 60 YEARS 188. Low Headstone IN MEMORY OF THOS. BLENKINSOP WHO DIED 2nd JAN. 1737 AGED 26 YEARS 189. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN HANDLY WHO DIED 29th SEPTEMBER 1855 AGED 50 YEARS "Jesus have Mercy, May he Rest in Peace" 190. Headstone IN MEMORY OF PETER ENDEDINE A CAPTAIN IN THE FRENCH NAVY BORN AT CORMEAL IN THE SEINE OF FRANCE DIED ON BOARD H.M. PRISON SHIP SANDWICH 4th MARCH 1809 AGED 45 YEARS 191. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH BROTHERSON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 6th JULY 1853 AGED 77 YEARS WIDOW OF THE LATE MR PHILIP BROTHERSON FORMERLY BAND MASTER OF THE CHATHAM DIVISION OF ROYAL MARINES 192. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CATHERINE DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND CATHERINE BROWN DIED 15th MAY 1832 AGED 3 YEARS AND 4 MONTHS ALSO WILLIAM THOMAS BROWN BROTHER OF THE ABOVE DIED 22nd SEPT. 1833 AGED 1 YEAR AND 3 MONTHS ALSO CATHERINE BROWN SECOND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 11th JULY 1836 AGED 2 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM BROWN DIED NOV. 21st 1812 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO JOHN BROWN SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JANUARY 19th 1847 AGED 52 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 5th January 1847 John Brown, Victualler of Brompton. All of his estate to wife Catherine. Witness: (only one), Thomas Dampier (?) Affidavit: Josiah Farthing, Cooper of Gillingham, is sworn. He confirms the handwriting and signature is that of John Brown. Proved 4th April 1849 granted to Catherine Brown 193. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JANE WIFE OF EDWARD STUBBING WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 23rd OF MARCH 1845 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE EDWARD STUBBING WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 26th OF NOVEMBER 1846 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH BANES GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 28th MARCH 1856 AGED 2 YEARS "Resurgam" 194. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR RICHARD BARRON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOV. THE 3rd 1793 AGED 52 YEARS ALSO ANN BARRON WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 3rd DAY OF JANUARY 1809 AGED 63 YEARS RICHARD BARRON SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JUNE THE 28th 1791 AGED 20 YEARS ALSO REBECCA WIFE OF MR WILL. BARRON (LATE OF TICEHURST, SUSSEX) WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 28th OF FEBY. 1822 AGED 52 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR WILLIAM BARRON WHO DIED OCTOBER 29th 1848 AGED 83 YEARS 195. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FRANCES DAUGHTER OF THOMAS AND ELIZABETH WHATLEY WHO DIED THE 19th OF MAY 1808 AGED 20 YEARS AND NINE MONTHS "Farewell, Fond Friend, To weep for one is Vain, We only Part on Earth, In Heaven to Meet again" 196. Headstone I.H.S. IN MEMORY OF JOHN WALKER RUSSELL WHO DIED 28th MARCH 1856 AGED 62 YEARS "Jesus have Mercy on him. May he Rest in Peace! Amen" ALSO OF MARGARET WALKER RUSSELL WHO DIED 28th SEPTEMBER 1841 AGED 2 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS "Suffer Little Children to come unto Me, For of such id the Kingdom of Heaven" Matt. XIX 14 197. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR DANIEL HARDING WHO DIED 9th APRIL 1859 AGED 77 YEARS ALSO ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 19th JANUARY 1850 AGED 66 YEARS "The Memory of the Just is Blessed" ALSO NINE GRAND CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY 198. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF MRS MARY GRANT WHO DIED 14th JULY 1772 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO MR LEWIS GRANT HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED 17th FEB. 1798 AGED 74 YEARS 199. Headstone IN MEMORY OF JOHN SIMS OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 2nd JANY. 1800 AGED 28 YEARS LEFT ISSUE ONE DAUGHTER MARY REEVES SIMS "Mt Dear is gone to his Eternal Rest, Wherein I Hope he is Forever Blest, But I his Mournful Wife are Left Behind, And by his Transitory Life am Confin'd, Tho' rather had Expir'd for to Save, My Loving Husband from the Cold Grave, But here I do in Expectation wait, To meet my Love at Celestial Gate" 200. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM BUCK LATE MASTER SHIPWRIGHT OF HIS MAJESTY'S NAVAL YARD AT CHATHAM WHERE HE SERVED FOR A PERIOD OF FORTY THREE YEARS WHO DIED ON THE 9th DECEMBER 1841 AGED 73 YEARS AMY DAUGHTER OF THE LATE THOMAS AND MARY WOODS AND WIDOW OF THE LATE THOMAS STRONG OF WELFORD, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE DIED 25th AUGUST 1851 AGED 61 YEARS 1838 Pigot's Directory, William Buck, Inspector of Shipwrights Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. Any errors noticed by other researchers will be gratefully received so that we can amend our pages to give as accurate a record as possible. Please send details to research@kentarchaeology.org.uk | M.I.s nos. 201 to 300 of St Magdalene Church, Gillingham transcribed by D.L. Williams from a listings by Captain Connolly R.E. in 1862 Gillingham Church M.I.s with Index of names from gravestones Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham recorded in 1862 by Captain Connolly, Royal Engineers. Concise Wills and other notes added by D.E. Williams 2015. M.I.s numbers 201 to 300 201. Headstone and Body Stone THOMAS WOODS DIED THE 16th OF AUGUST 1764 AGED 72 YEARS ANN HIS WIFE DIED THE 16th OF NOVEMBER 1780 AGED 74 YEARS WILLM. THEIR SON DIED THE 9th OF SEPTEMBER 1791 AGED 52 YEARS ALSO THOMAS SON OF THE ABOVE THOMAS WOODS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 1st OF JULY 1840 AGED 76 YEARS ALSO AMY WIFE OF THE ABOVE NAMED THOMAS WOODS WHO DIED ON THE 5th SEPTEMBER 1849 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO WILLM. SON OF THE ABOVE NAMED THOMAS AND AMY WOODS WHO DIED THE 27th APRIL 1856 AGED 61 YEARS AND SARAH AMY DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WILLIM. WHO DIED THE 12th JULY 1856 AGED 23 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 8th September 1761 Thomas Woods of Chatham, Gentleman All his real estate to wife, Ann, for her life. After her death, to son George and daughter, Hannah, shared equally. Property consists 4 houses, in Middle Street, Brompton, lately occupied by Peter Dodson, Sawyer; Thomas Thomas, Joiner; David Penfold, Sawyer and Richard Hogg, Blacksmith. Two other properties, converted into 4 dwellings, in Middle Street, Chatham, occupied by testator; John Whiting, Peruke Maker; John Gates, Sawyer and Robert Dadd, Shipwright, to daughter Hannah, for ever. After payment of debts, funeral, etc., residue of ready money, investments, household goods, etc., to wife Ann for life. After her death, to his children and grandchildren, as follows: ready money and bonds, one third to son George, one third to daughter, Hannah, the remaining third to daughter Christian Springfield and her two children, William and Ann, in equal shares. After his wife's death, his plate, cutlery and residue of personal estate and household goods, to daughter Hannah. William Boucher of Strood, Mariner and Henry Robbins of Chatham, Caulker are executors. Witnesses: Mary Dodd, Richard Hodshon and Thomas Sommerton Proved 13th September 1764 202. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES STONE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd OF NOVEMBER 1775 AGED 35 YEARS ALSO OF ANN KIBBLE FORMERLY WIFE OF THE ABOVE BUT AFTERWARDS OF JAMES KIBBLE SHE DIED THE 8th OF APRIL 1820 AGED 77 YEARS ALSO SEVERAL OF THE CHILDREN OF THE SAID JAMES STONE AND ANN KIBBLE 203. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MARY FITZPATRICK WIDOW OF LATE BOATSWAIN OF H. M. SHIP DEFENCE ON BOARD OF WHICH SHIP HE WAS KILLED ON THE FIRST OF JUNE 1794 SHE DIED ON THE 6th OF DECEMBER 1827 AGED 76 YEARS 204. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF BARBARA MEARS WIFE OF THOMAS BALDWIN SUMMERFIELD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 28th OF MARCH 1845 AGED 49 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE THOMAS BALDWIN SUMMERFIELD WHO DIED AT RAINHAM 19th JULY 1858 AGED 67 YEARS DEEPLY LAMENTED 205. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN CHAPMAN FARMER LATE OF THE PARISH OF STOKE WHO DIED MAY 30th 1858 AGED 77 YEARS ALSO ANN CHAPMAN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED MAY 12th 1858 AGED 71 YEARS 206. Small Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JANE, DAUGH. OF EDWARD AND SARAH HONEY WHO DIED JULY 1st 1855 AGED 5 YEARS 207. Ledger (Very Worn) TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF THOMAS WILLIAM BULLBROOK WHO DIED [ ] NOVEMBER 18 [ ] AGED [ ] YEARS ALSO THOMAS WILLIAM BULLBROOK WHO DIED [ ] AUGUST 18[40] AGED [ ] YEARS Bullbrook was Registrar of Births and Deaths (1838 Pigot's Directory) Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th May 1840 Thomas Bullbrook of Exmouth Terrace, Gillingham, Gentleman. To nephew Richard Gooding of Woolwich, Labourer, £20; to servant Harriet Martin, if she is with him at time of his death, £5; to William Vine of Ordnance Place, Chatham, Rope Maker, his 8 day clock. All his ready money, investments, household goods, furniture, plate, linen, china, etc., and all residue of real and personal estate, shared equally between his half sister, Mary Gooding, Spinster, now living with him, and Martha Foster wife of George Messenger Foster of 13 New Street, Vincent Square, London, Police Sergeant. Mary Gooding is executor. Witnesses: James Blackadder and M. S, Stephens. Proved 24th August 1840 208. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS HONEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 12th DAY OF APRIL 1856 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO MRS SOPHIA HONEY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 4th DAY OF APRIL 1859 AGED 68 YEARS 209. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS BROOKING LATE FOREMAN OF SMITHS IN HER MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 21st APRIL 1858 AGED 69 YEARS 210. Brick Chest Tomb? WATCHURST WM. WATCHURST DIED 20th OCT. 1820 AGED 54 YEARS Other Side ALSO ELIZTH. WIFE OF THE AFORESAID WM. WATCHURST DIED 4th AUGUST 1818 AGED 48 YEARS LEFT TWO SONS AND ONE DAUGHTER 211. Ledger MR JOHN ASHLY DIED THE 5th JULY 1809 AGED 51 YEARS "Lord what is Man that thou has such respect unto, Him or the Son of Man that thou regarded him." ALSO THE BODY OF MRS ANN ASHLY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEB. 6th 1818 AGED 68 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 24th September 1808 To wife Ann all of his estate, real and personal, for ever. She is executor. Witnesses: Richard Hillyer, Edward Hamiss and John Sommerton Proved 2nd December 1809. Value under £600 212. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR GEORGE HOWARD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 31st DECEMBER 1806 AGED 27 YEARS "Farewell Vain World I have known enough of thee, And now I'm cured of what thou say'st of me, Thy smiles I court not, nor thy power I fear, My cares are past, my head lies ? here, What faults you saw in me take care to shun, And look at home, enough there to be done." 213. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ENSIGN GEORGE BATTINE HONBLE. E. I. C. ENGINEERS AND JAMES HIS BROTHER APPOINTED TO THE BENGAL CAVALRY WHO WERE ACCIDENTALLY DROWNED 15th DECEMBER 1855 AGED 21 AND 18 YEARS "The Hand of the Lord have wrought this, Nevertheless, Jesus said who so ever liveth, And believeth in me shall never died" 214. Ledger TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS SUTTON VINALL WHO DIED AUGUST 30th 1849 AGED 52 "Be ye therefore ready also, for the Son of Man, Cometh at an hour when ye think not" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd June 1841 Thomas Sutton Vinall of Chatham Dock Yard All his real estate to wife Ann, for life. After her death, to his only child, Ann Lydia. But if his daughter dies before she is 21,and unmarried or without issue, then to his own right heirs. He authorises his wife or his executor, if she is dead, during his daughter's minority, to grant leases on his real estate, not exceeding 21 years. He has life insurance at the Kent Insurance Office, for £500, and also in the General Medical and General Insurance Co., for another £500. He directs that the total sum of £1,000 and any other money of stock he may have at death, be used to pay off any debt due on mortgage, etc. Residue of personal estate to his wife. She and his brother John are executors. Witnesses: John Martin and J. H. Mardon? Affidavit dated 27th September 1849 John Martin of the Admiralty, Somerset House, is sworn. He confirms he was present with the other witness when Vinall signed the will and that he and the other witness signed the will in Vinall's presence. Proved 1st October 1849 215. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS SUTTON WHO DIED THE 31st OF OCT. 1792 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO THREE CHILDREN MARY, THOMAS AND JAMES WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ANN SUTTON DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 14th SEPT. 1797 AGED 28 YEARS ROSE VINALL GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE THOMAS SUTTON WHO DIED THE 21st MARCH 1807 AGED 13 MONTHS MRS JUDITH SUTTON WIFE OF THE ABOVE MR THOMAS SUTTON DIED THE 3rd OF JANY. 1812 AGED 82 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 7th March 1776 Thomas Sutton of Brompton, Victualler. His freehold and leasehold of copy-hold estate, to wife Judith, for life. After her death, then to his two daughters, Judith and Ann, for ever. Residue of ready money, investments, plate, linen, pewter, brass, beds, household goods and personal estate, after funeral expenses, etc., to his wife. She and her brother, Thomas Moss of Brompton, Shipwright, are executors. Witnesses: Anton Radiger, James Sommerton and Thomas Sommerton. Proved22nd November 1792. Power reserved to Thomas Moss. 216. Small Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE BENTINCK KNIGHT SON OF LIEUT. WILLIAM KNIGHT R. N. WHO DIED THE 11th OF AUGUST 1819 AGED 11 YEARS LOUISA WIFE OF LIEUT. KNIGHT & MOTHER OF THE ABOVE GEORGE DIED THE 1st OF FEBRUARY 1826 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM SAYERS KNIGHT WHO DIED IN THE WEST INDIES 1824 AGED 22 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JANE DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND LOUISA KNIGHT WHO DIED 18th APRIL 1845 AGED 31 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE WILLIAM KNIGHT COMMANDER R. N. WHO DIED 6th MAY 1846 AGED 68 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 24th December 1845 William Knight, Commander, Royal Navy. The daughters, Louisa, Elizabeth and Charlotte Knight, all of his estate, equally shared. Lieut. William Chamberlain and daughter Elizabeth are executors. Witnesses: H. Gittings, Gillingham and John Large, Gillingham Affidavit: Henry Gittings, Lieut. R. N. is sworn, confirms will is in Knight's hand and that he and other witness were present when the will was signed and witnessed. Proved 26th June 1846. Power reserved to Elizabeth Knight. 217. Headstone and Body Stones IN MEMORY OF MR DAVID TASSELL LATE MASTER HOUSE CARPENTER OF HIS MAJESTY'S YARD, SHEERNESS DIED THE 23rd OF JUNE 1786 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF MR DAVID TASSELL DIED THE 9th OF DECEMBER 1752 AGED 42 YEARS ALSO DEBORAH WIFE OF MR JOHN KING MASTER HOUSE CARPENTER OF THE ABOVE DOCK YARD AND DAUGHTER OF DAVID AND MARY TASSELL OBT. THE 21st OF DECEMBER 1792 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO MR JOHN KING HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DEBORAH KING DIED 31st MAY 1823 IN THE 78th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 1st August 1811 John King, Master House Carpenter of H. M. Dockyard, Sheerness. Desires to be buried "on the coffin of my late beloved wife in the Churchyard of Gillingham". To niece Maria Rudd of Sheerness, wife of Captain Rudd, West Suffolk Militia, after debts and funeral costs, his ready money, wages due, household furniture and household goods, including books and pictures, and personal estate. Rents from his properties at Blue Town, Minster, Isle of Sheppey, occupied by John Stunt or Sturt, and two small properties at the back occupied by John Sparrow and John Maddocks. The latter to be sold and £100 from sale to be paid to Ann Stunt or Sturt. All debts owed by her husband John are forgiven. Residue of money to Maria Rudd. Money in Bank of England to be converted into annuity and paid to Mrs [ ] late Richardson, her late father was Henry Grainger of Eastchurch. Nephew Christopher Hayes of Fenchurch St., London and Maria Rudd are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Sale and William Brinsted Codicil dated 6th May 1813 He had given Maria Rudd all his ready money, household goods and personal estate, this is confirmed. But this bequest not to be subject to present husband's or future husband's control. Witnesses: Thomas Pine, Chaplain of the Zealand Convict Ship, Sheerness and P. Cullen, Surgeon. Proved 20th June1823. Power reserved to Christopher Hayes 218. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS VIVION ESQ. LATE OF HIS MAJESTY'S ROYAL NAVY WHO DIED THE 15th OF JANUARY 1824 AGED 77 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated3rd March 1823 Thomas Vivion, Purser, R. N. To wife, Rebecca, all money due and all of his estate. Wife and eldest son, Lieut. Colonel, John Vivion, Royal Artillery, are executors. Witnesses: William Jennis and William Ball, Adjutant, Royal Marines Proved 14th April 1824 Power reserved to Rebecca Vivion. 219. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELEANOR DAUGHTER OF LIEUT. JOSEPH COXWELL OF THE ROYAL NAVY AND OF ANN HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 13th DAY OF APRIL 1814 AGED 10 MONTHS ALSO MARY BARNS THEIR DAUGHTER WHO DIED ON THE 7th DAY OF NOV. 1814 AGED 7 ? YEARS ALSO ANN COXWELL THIRD DAUGHTER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 6th DAY OF DECEMBER 1817 AGED SIX YEARS 220. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CAPT. JOSEPH COXWELL ROYAL NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 9th JUNE 1832 AGED 55 YEARS DEEPLY REGRETTED BY HIS WIDOW AND NUMEROUS FAMILY Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 5th April 1829 Joseph Coxwell of Gillingham. To wife Ann, all household goods and furniture and all house contents and effects. Residue divided, one third to wife, two thirds to wife, brothers, Rev. Thomas Coxwell and Edward Coxwell, upon trust. Trustees to pay one fifth to son, Charles at 21 years. Remainder to be shared equally among his 4 other children ,Susan, Catherine, John and Henry at 21 years on day of marriage (girls). In meantime, money to be invested in Public Funds and interest to go towards childrens maintenance and education until they are 21. His wife and two brothers are executors. Witnesses: Nathaniel Alherlon and Richard Godwin Proved 20th August 1832 221. Small Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF CHARLES M. P. FLANAGAN DIED THE 11th APRIL 1810 AGED 10 MONTHS 222. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF STEPHEN FLOOD OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 10th DECEMBER 1743 AGED 60 YEARS ALSO MARY HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 7th MAY 1749 AGED 57 YEARS ALSO TWO DAUGHTERS VIZ MARY AND JUDITH MARY 27th JAN. 1740 26 DIED AGED JUDITH 19th AUG. 1749 18 ALSO STEPHEN FLOOD WHO DIED THE 22nd OF APRIL 1751 AGED 33 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 15th January 1743 Stephen Flood of Gillingham, House Carpenter. To wife Mary, all household goods, furniture and utensils, ready money, investments and personal estate. She to bring up their two children, Thomas and Ann until they are 21 years old. Wife is executor. Witnesses: John Holden, Senior and John Holden, Scrivener. Proved January 1743. 223. Chest Tomb (Railed) Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM SIMMONS OF THIS PARISH YEOMAN WHO DIED THE 19th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1814 AGED 73 YEARS ANN SIMMONS MEARS GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED APRIL 27th 1830 AGED 15 YEARS ELEANOR JANE MEARS GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED JUNE 10th 1833 AGED 12 YEARS MRS ELIZABETH SIMMONS RELICT OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 22nd OF FEBRUARY 1837 AGED 81 YEARS End? Panel IN MEMORY OF CRITTALL BETSEY SIMMONS WIDOW OF THE LATE WILLIAM SMITH R.E.D.* WHO DIED [ not cut ] AGED [ ] YEARS ALSO INTERRED IN THIS VAULT AUGUSTUS F.W.S. SMITH THE ONLY AND DEARLY BELOVED SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 15th DEC. 1860 IN HIS 15th YEAR * Royal Engineers Department ? Side Panel IN MEMORY OF CAROLINE SIMMONS THE BELOVED WIFE OF LIEUT. ROBERT HUGHES AND GRAND DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND ELIZTH. SIMMONS WHO DIED DECEMBER 31st 1843 AGED 26 YEARS ELIZABETH SIMMONS HUGHES DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED IN HER INFANCY End? Panel IN MEMORY OF ADY MEARS SON IN LAW OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM SIMMONS WHO DIED THE 25th OCTOBER 1855 AGED 70 YEARS Ady Mears, Farmer of Gad's Hill, (1838 Wright's Directory) Prerogative Court of Canterbury, dated 25th March 1814 William Simmons, of Gillingham, Yeoman To wife Elizabeth one sixth of a house and 96 acres in Harrietsham, occupied by William Webb, also two pieces of land in Strood and Frindsbury occupied by William Cable and Edward Bates, for ever. His other freeholds in Gillingham or elsewhere, to his "good friends", William Cooper of Stockbury, Yeoman, John Jordan of Milton near Sittingbourne, Auctioneer and William Peter King of Rochester, Chemist, upon trust. They to sell property to raise £1,000, they to pay this within 12 months of his death to his daughter, Crittal Betsy Meers, wife of Adey Meers of Chilham, Farmer. Rents of his other real estate to his wife for life. After her death, then to daughter Crittal for her life. After her death for the benefit of her surviving children. If all die before reaching 21, then to the benefit of his brother's and sister's children. To his wife, a leasehold held from the Dean and Chapter of Rochester, about 20 acres in Chatham, occupied by James Best Esq., for her lifetime. After her death then to daughter Crittal. To sister Elizabeth Lawrence, £10. All ready money, investments, household goods, furniture, plate, linen, china etc., to his wife. Witnesses: Henry Ditchburn, J Stephens and H Stephens. Proved 13th December 1814. 224. Tall Pedestal, topped with Draped Urn, Large Ledger "Entrance to Vault" This monument is today (2015) worn very smooth Tapley TAPLEY "FIDES IN DEO" SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM TAPLEY, GENT. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JULY 10th 1815 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO OF PHILADELPHIA WIFE OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM TAPLEY, GENT. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 5th 1832 AGED 74 YEARS Another Side SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS BURFORD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 11th JULY 1849 AGED 50 YEARS SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY ANN BURFORD DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND PHILADLEPHIA TAPLEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 6th 1837 AGED 43 YEARS Another Side SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JULIA HELEN TAPLEY THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM TAPLEY, ESQ., M.D. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 16th 1842 AGED 24 YEARS ALSO OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM TAPLEY , ESQ., M.D. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER 6th 1844 AGED 54 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 5th September 1812 William Tapley Wife, Philadelphia and son William, friend, Pierce Edgcumbe, Clerk H.M. Dockyard, Chatham are executors and trustees. To Pierce Edgcumbe, £10, as a small token of esteem and acknowledgement for his kindness in agreeing to be an executor. To son William, £500; to daughter Mary Ann, £500 at 21 years. To wife, use of household goods and contents, for life. After her death, or remarriage, then equally shared by his son and daughter. His farm, Stonehurst in Heathfield, Sussex, occupied by John Baker; this was devised to testator by John Hepden and all other houses and lands (including property on Chatham Hill) to his trustees, upon trust. Edgcumbe, his heirs and assigns, is to maintain the trust to preserve the trust. Wife is to have benefit of the property for life. After her death or remarriage, the property to be sold and divided into two parts, to Pierce Edgcumbe for lifetime of son William. Son to have rents of half of property for life. After his son's death, then to all his children , equally divided. In default of children, then in trust, for daughter Mary Ann to receive rents of half the property for life. After her death, then to her children, equally shared. In default of children, to his own right heirs for ever. The other half, after death of remarriage of wife, then upon trust, to use of their daughter, for life. After her death, to her children, equally divided. In default of children, then upon trust, for use of their son for life. After his death, then to his children, equally shared. In default of children, then to his own right heirs. These properties can be sold with approval of wife and children. Proceeds to be invested in Bank of England. Interest to persons entitled under the trust. Residue of monies, goods, chattels and personal estate, subject to payment of debts and funeral, etc., to wife, son and Pierce Edgcumbe, upon trust; wife to have dividends for life as long as she remains his widow. After her death or remarriage she is to have an annuity of £30. Residue of personal estate, equally shared between his children. If either are dead, then their share to their children. More detailed trust rules follows. Witnesses: D.B. Lewis, Rochester, J. Cope and William Lewis, Clerks to Messrs. Hussey and Lewis. Codicil dated 4th March 1814 After the death of his wife trustees to sell all his houses at Chatham Hill, occupied by Edward Terry and others and to apply the money raised to the benefit of such people as are entitled in his will. If after the death of his wife, and his son and daughter have no lawful issue, then profits of half of his real estate, excluding the above property, for nephew and niece, James Tapley and Mary Ann Mouverley, son and daughter of his late brother James, for their lives equally shared. After both their deaths then equally shared among their children. If they die without issue then upon trust. The other half of his real estate then for the benefit of his great nephews and great nieces, John Knox, Theodosia Knox, Sarah Knox, Mary Knox, Erasmus Knox and Priscilla Knox, children of his late niece Elizabeth Knox, also for Sturgess Kincaid son of his late niece Ann Kincaid, for their lives equally shared. In case of the death of his son and daughter without any lawful issue, the residue of his personal estate, after wife's death, upon trust, for the use of same persons entitled before. Residue of real estate as laws of equity will admit. Witnesses: J Smith, Brompton, D B Lewis, Rochester and William Whittle. Proved 16th August 1815. Note in margin dated 4th June 1851 Will was not administered by Philadelphia Tapley. Administration granted to Mary Ann Burford, wife of Thomas Burford, formerly Mary Ann Tapley, residuary legatee in the will. Mother Philadelphia, brother William, and seemingly, Edgcumbe all dead. Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, not dated William Tapley, M.D. This consists a list of bonds purchased from the Mayor, Jurats, Bailiffs and Burgesses of Queenborough. There are 18 bonds totalling £5,050 all at 5%, dated between June 1830 and December 1838.The bonds are in the hands of Mr Thomas Burford, his brother in law, in trust, for Mrs Jane Kent, after testator's death. Witnesses: William Ransom, Jemima Nash Jenkins, Milton House, Milton, Gravesend. On 6th May 1846 Administration granted to Rossetta Philadelphia Tapley, Spinster the only and natural daughter of the testator. Testator was of Gravesend and Doctor of Medicine. 225. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR WILL. BULL LATE MASTER OF HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP PRINCESS ROYAL DIED 13th APRIL 1768 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF MATTHEW CHARLES DIED 27th DECEMBER 1777 AGED 26 YEARS 226. Ledger THOMAS SON OF OCTAVIUS & HARRIET CAREY DIED MARCH 12th 1825 AGED 2 YEARS AND EIGHT DAYS "Of such is the Kingdom of God" 227. Headstone HERE LYETH THE BODY OF DOROTHY THE WIFE OF MATTHEW TILDEN OF THIS PARISH WHO DI ED JULY 25th 1689 AGED 30 YEARS ALSO THE BODY OF MATTHEW TILDEN OF THIS PARISH YEOMAN WHO DIED NOVEMBER THE 26th 1715 AGED 73 YEARS 228. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE BANFIELD WHO DIED 19th DECEMBER 1858 AGED 34 YEARS "When Christ who,is our life shall appear then shall ye also appear, with Him in Glory" 229. Ledger TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF MR JOHN BYHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 20th OF FEBRUARY 1817 AGED 63 YEARS ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF THE SAID MR JOHN BYHAM WHO DIED ON THE 9th APRIL 1843 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN BYHAM, JUNIOR SON OF THE SAID JOHN & ELIZABETH BYHAM WHO DIED ON THE 28th NOVEMBER 1852 AGED 64 YEARS John Byham, Junior, Foreman of Works, Royal Engineers Department, (1838 Pigot's Directory) 230. Headstone and Body Stones M.S. THOMAS TONKEN, ESQ. CAPTAIN IN THE ROYAL NAVY DIED SEPT. 4th 1791 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO HIS TWO SONS WILLIAM DIED JULY 18th 1770 AGED 12 YEARS THOMAS A LIEUT. IN THE ROYAL NAVY DIED IN THE WEST INDIES NOV. 14th 1780 AGED 18 YEARS ALSO MRS ANN TONKEN RELICT OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE [ ] DAY OF NOVEMBER 1803 [ ] Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 3rd June 1784 To wife Ann, all of his money in the 3% and 4% Annuities and other money in Public Funds, household furniture and contents. She is executor. After his death, she should appoint one or more trustees to see that his children are provided for after her death. Witnesses: Henry Jones and John Davies Codicil dated 5th November 1789 He has given his daughter, Catherine on her marriage to Thomas Edwards, £1,250 4% Annuities at £50 per annum. His wife should take note of this in her will, so that Catherine will continue to receive the £50 per annum, so will have £50 per annum less than his other children. No witnesses. Affidavit dated 17th September 1791 Thomas Davies, of Brompton, Surgeon and John Smith, Surgeon, R. N. are sworn. They have examined the codicil and confirm it is in Tonken's hand. Proved 19th September 1791 231. Headstone and Foot Stone HERE LIES ALL THAT WAS MORTAL OF NOEL SINEY SHENNAN SON OF ANDREW SHENNAN AND ANN IVERY DAUGHTER OF THE LATE NOEL SWINEY ESQ. WHO DIED THE 8th DAY OF FEBRUARY 1807 AGED 4 YEARS , 4 MONTHS AND 19 DAYS "Reader, whos'er thou art, who design'st to stay, Thy wandering steps near this lamented clay, Know that embossm'd in yon silent tomb, Ript in the dawn of life it's earliest bloom, Lies asweet babe fair as the opening flower, Which blows enrich'd with many a vernal shower, What tho' ? act ? Had yet enlarg'd his fame, No ? of virtue rais'd his humble name, Yes, Mortal ! Think how happy wouldn't he be, Couldn't thou but lie as innocent as he" 232. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF LUCY WIFE OF WILLM. RICH OF THIS PARISH AND DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND MARY PINCHES WHO DIED THE 25th OF APRIL 1789 AGED 27 YEARS 233. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF JNO. PINCHES OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 9th JANY. 1757 AGED 47 YEARS ALSO NEAR THIS PLACE LYETH EIGHT OF THEIR CHILDREN 234. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF LIEUT. DESKFORD CHARLES R.S.M. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 13th OF MAY 1837 AGED 53 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE LIEUT. DESKFORD CHARLES R.S.M. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 9th OF DECEMBER 1847 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO DESKFORD GEORGE SON OF THE ABOVE PAYMASYTER & PURSER R.N. OBIIT 15th JANUARY 1850 AETAT 42 ALSO MARY ANN RELICT OF LIEUT. D. CHARLES R.S.M. WHO DIED 8th JUNE 1854 AGED 65 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated13th August 1841 Deskford Charles, Purser, H.M.S. Sloop, Scout All of his real and personal estate to wife, Rachel Maria of Wellington Cottage, Exmouth Terrace, Gillingham, for ever. Wife, William and Edward Chard of Clifford's Inn, Navy Agents, are executors. Witnesses: George Smythe, Lieutenant and Arthur Janson, Lieutenant, H.M.S. Scout Proved 9th February 1850 Power reserved to William and Edward Chard. 235. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JEREMIAH POPE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 10th 1828 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO MARY POPE WIFE OF THE ABOVE JEREMIAH POPE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 16th OF OCTOBER 1842 AGED 83 YEARS ALSO GEORGE POPE SON IN LAW OF THE ABOVE JEREMIAH AND MARY POPE WHO DIED THE 16th OF SEPTEMBER 1849 IN THE 66th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated31st March 1812 Jeremiah Pope of Gillingham, Brewer To wife Mary his ½ share in his house, brewery, storehouses, stables, etc., in Gillingham; his barn and parcel of land and premises, purchased from John Hunt, for her life. After her death, the ½ share to Peter Pope of Hawkhurst, Butcher, for his life. After his death, then to his son George, a Lieutenant in H.M. 5th Garrison Battalion, for his life. After his death, then to his children, equally shared. The barn and land going to Peter Pope will after Peter's death, go to testator's daughter, (sic), Elizabeth, wife of George Pope of Gillingham, Brewer, for her life. After her death, equally divided amongst her children, for ever. His money and income from investments, stock in trade and utensils, household goods, furniture, etc., and personal estate, after payments of debts and funeral, etc., to wife, Mary, for life. After her death, to son, George and son in law George Pope. Wife, son George and son in law, George Pope, are executors. Witnesses: D. B. Lewis, Rochester, Edward Twopenny, Rochester and J. Cope Clerk to Messrs Hussey and Lewis, Rochester. Proved 1st March 1824 Power reserved to Mary Pope and son George. George Pope of Gillingham, Brewer (1838 Pigot's Directory) 236. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF THOMAS FRAMES OF QUEEN'S ELM, CHELSEA WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 13th JUNE 1819 AGED 63 YEARS 237. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM ROPER OF BREASON, DERBYSHIRE WHO DIED THE 22nd OF APRIL 1810 AGED 60 YEARS 238. Ledger, Railed SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF MR JOHN BAIRD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 22nd FEBRUARY 1848 AGED 41 YEARS ALSO HENRY EDWIN SON OF JOHN AND RACHEL MARIA BAIRD WHO DIED 15th MARCH 1859 AGED 2 YEARS AND 6 MONTHS John Baird, of the "Two Sawyers" Public House, Brompton (1838 Wright's Directory) 239. Headstone and Body Stones IN HOPES OF A JOYFUL RESURRECTION HERE LIETH ALL THAT WAS MORTAL OF MR GEORGE WILKINSON MANY YEARS OF THE PARISH OF CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE11th OF APRIL 1818 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO MRS SARAH WILKINSON WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 22nd JULY 1827 AGED 79 YEARS George Wilkinson, Hatter of Chatham (1793 Universal British Directory) Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th February 1809 George Wilkinson of Gillingham, Gentleman To wife, Sarah all of his freeholds. Monies, investments, debts, household goods and furniture and residue, for ever. She is executor. Witnesses: William Jefferys, Attorney, Chatham Samuel Hemp and William Jefferys, Clerks to Mr Jefferys. Proved 2nd May 1818 240. Headstone and Foot Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS JANE HAYWARD WIFE OF THE LATE MR WILLIAM HAYWARD OF DODINGTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE WHO DIED 2nd DECEMBER 1858 AGED 77 YEARS 241. Ledger IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM HOOPER ROYAL ENGINEERS DEPARTMENT CHATHAM WHO TO THE INEXPRESSIBLE GRIEF AND REGRET OF HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 4th DAY OF JUNE 1810 AGED 67 YEARS "He was a pleasant and jovial companion, Of a benevolent disposition and his, Conduct through his life appears to have, Been conformable to the fundamental, Purpose of the Gospel, "Whatsoever ye would, That man should do unto you even so do, To them for this is the Hour of the Prophets"" St. Matt. Vii 242. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF AUGUSTUS KEPPEL COLLEY LATE BREVET MAJOR OF THE ROYAL MARINES WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 12th 1833 MOST DESERVEDLY BELOVED & REGRETTED AGED 52 YEARS 242b. Next to latter, an old brick vault, all that Connolly could make out was EDWARD and PELLEN 243. Ledger, Railed IN MEMORY OF ALEXANDER LAWRIE ESQ. LATE CHIEF ENGINEER OF H.M. DOCK YARD AT CHATHAM WHO DIED 10th APRIL 1856 AGED 48 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 25th October 1850 All of his estate, real and personal, to his wife, Ann Earl Douglas or Lawrie, John Douglas and James Douglas, her brothers, in trust, during his wife's lifetime, she to receive rents and profits of the estate, for life. After her death, upon trust, to go towards the maintenance and education of their children, and also for "setting them up" at the age of 21. The trust fund to be equally shared. If any of his children and have lawful issue, then the share of the dead parent, to go to their children at 21 years. Witnesses: Henry Smith, Writer of Gillingham, John Clother, Writer of Chatham and William Ollis, Workman in Metal Mills, Chatham Dock Yard. Affidavit dated 26th April 1856 William Ollis is sworn. He confirms that Lawrie signed the will in his presence and that of the other witnesses, and that he and the other witnesses signed in each others and Lawrie's presence. Proved 20th August 1856 244. Headstone and Foot Stones TO THE MEMORY OF AUGUSTA SECOND DAUGHTER OF MAJOR FAIRFAX C. HASSARD ROYAL ENGINEERS AND ANNE HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 23rd DAY OF NOVEMBER 1856 AGED 3 YEARS AND 5 MONTHS AND OF JOHN ROSS SECOND SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 12th DAY OF DECEMBER 1856 AGED 7 YEARS 245. Headstone and Foot Stones IN MEMORY OF ANN WEMSS WIFE OF WILLIAM WEMSS DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 10th OF FEBRUARY 1768 AGED 54 YEARS MRS MARGARET LANDALL DIED THE 24th OF AUGUST 1807 AGED 89 YEARS 246. Headstone and Foot Stones TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN BIGG SENR. DIED THE 3rd OF MAY 1736 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO JOHN HIS SON DIED THE 13th OF MARCH 1730 AGED 35 YEARS | TO THE MEMORY OF FRANCES BIGG DIED THE 8th OF DEC. 1709 IN THE 5th YEAR OF HER AGE LIKEWISE EASTER BIGG DIED THE 10th DAY OF JUNE 1714 IN THE 12th YEAR OF HER AGE AND ALSO SIX BROTHERS AND SISTERS ( ? ) WHO WERE SONS & DAUGHTERS OF JNO. & DOROTHY BIGG | Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 19th December 1730 John Bigg of Brompton, House Carpenter His five house in Brompton, occupied by Catherine Spencer, widow, Nathaniel Brewer, Joiner, Martin Day, Labourer, Richard Birchford, Sail Maker and testator, to wife Dorothy for her life. After her death, then to daughter, Mary, wife of Henry Lake, of Gillingham, Shipwright, for her life. After her death, then to her children, equally shared, for ever. There is a well in the yard of the five houses and another house, which he and his wife purchased jointly, the well is for the tenants of all six houses, for ever. All household goods and utensils and furniture, ready money, and all other personal estate, after debts and funeral are paid, to his wife. She is executor. Signs will with his mark Witnesses: J. Goldsmith, Thomas Baldwin and Richm. Webb Proved 25th May 1736 247. Headstone and Body Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS PERCY OF PROSPECT ROW, BROMPTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 5th OF OCT. 1812 AGED 38 YEARS 248. Chest Tomb Panel JOHN FLANDER SON OF JOHN & SALLY PHILPOTT WHO DIED THE 4th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1807 AGED 6 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS Ledger IN MEMORY OF HESTER WIFE OF JOHN FLANDER WHO DIED THE 4th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1814] AGED 69 YEARS ALSO SALLY LOUISA DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND SALLY PHILPOTT OF THE PARISH OF ST. PAUL, DEPTFORD WHO DIED ON THE 11th DAY OF MAY 1816 AGED 2 YEARS AND 5 MONTHS ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOHN PHILPOTT WHO DIED THE 9th DAY OF MARCH 1819 AGED 42 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF JOHN MITCHELL LATE OF SHEERNESS WHO DIED THE 4th DAY OF OCTOBER 1819 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO OF MR JOHN FLANDER WHO DIED THE 21st DAY OF FEBRUARY 1821 AGED 71 YEARS 249. Small Headstone IN HOPE OF A JOYFUL RESURRECTION TOO ETERNAL GLORY HERE LYETH YE BODYS OF JOHN CHAP[MA]N WHO WAS BURIED YE 2nd OF JULI 1681 AGED 50 YEARS ANN HIS WIFE WAS BURIED THE 26th OF JANUARY 1682 AGED 50 YEARS AND RICHD. TAYLOR WAS BURIED YE 22nd OF OCTOBER 1682/83 ? AGED 36 YEARS AND MARY PHILLIPS WAS BURIED THE 4th OF OCTOBER 1685 AGED 6 MONTHS & JOHN YE SON OF RICHD. TAYLOR WAS BURIED YE 26th OF MAY 1686 AGED 7 YEARS 250. Headstone and Body Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOSEPH GILBERT OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 28th OF MARCH 1824 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO HIS TWO WIVES LAY BURIED NEAR THIS PLACE "Our Mortal Frame to the Earth Decays, But Faith dispels the Gloom, Man's Spirit Lives, and God shall Raise, Our Bodies from the Tomb" ALSO OF MR WILLIAM MUDDLE OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 5th DAY OF FEBRUARY 1831 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO CHRISTIAN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM MUDDLE WHO DIED 29th OF OCTOBER 1831 IN THE 68th YEAR OF HER AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 9th January 1824 and 20th April 1826 Joseph Gilbert of Brompton, Superannuated House Carpenter After debts and funeral costs are paid, executor is to pay sister Mary Drudge, £20. His three freehold houses in Brompton, occupied by son in law, William Muddle the Elder, Simon Bay and William Bonniwell to son in law, William Muddle the Elder, for ever. Residue of real and personal estate, also to William Muddle the Elder, for ever. He appoints Henry Wilstead of Manor Street, Brompton, Shipwright, executor. Witnesses: John Conquest, William Donkin and William Willson. Proved 17th April 1824 William Muddle the Elder of Brompton, Shipwright All of his household furniture and goods, to wife Christian. His three freeholds in Brompton, occupied by Simon Bags, William Bonniwel and himself, to Henry Wilstead of Brompton, Shipwright and to wife Christian, upon trust. His wife is to receive rents for her life. After her death, the three houses to sons and daughter, William, Charlotte wife of John Conquest, Lieutenant, R.N., Elizabeth, Sarah, James and John in equal shares, for ever. Residue of estate to wife, for ever. She and Henry Wilstead are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Church, Richard Powell and Thomas Church, Junior. Proved 14th March 1831 251. Diamond Shaped Stone Plaque fixed to Church Wall IN MEMORY OF JOHN SLADE ESQ. OF BROMPTON WHO DIED THE 1st OF JANUARY 1822 AGED 60 YEARS ALSO OF HIS SON GEORGE SLADE WHO DIED THE 27th OF JANUARY 1821 AGED 28 YEARS 252. Headstone and Foot Stones IN MEMORY OF MR WATSON FENWICK OF PROSPECT ROW, BROMPTON WHO DIED THE 26th DAY OF AUGUST 1838 AGED 83 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 11th August 1834 Watson Fenwick of Brompton, Former Master Rope Maker, H.M. Dockyard, Chatham To friends George Guy Burton of St. Margaret's Rochester and George Essell of Bishops Precinct, Rochester, Attorney, his house in Brompton, conveyed to him by an indenture dated 28th and 29th September 1804, the release between John Park of one part and testator and James Bradley, his trustee of the other part, in which his now dwelling house and all other real estate, for the use of his wife, for life. After her death, to the use of nephew, James Crowe, who has assumed the name of James Coomber, son of his sister Barbara Crowe, for ever. Also to wife, four shares of £50 in the United Kent Life Assurance and Annuity Association; she also has free use of all household goods and furniture, for life. After her death, to nephew James Coomber, who also has £100 3% Consols and all clothes. Residue of personal estate to his trustees, upon trust, they to pay wife the annual produce of his trust funds, for life. After her death, upon trust, to make the trust fund over to James Coomber, for ever. Wife and trustees are executors. Witnesses: James MacDonald, Pay Master, Susan Mossman, servant to Mr Fenwick and George Furrell, Clerk to Messrs Twopenny and Essell, Rochester. Proved 7th September 1838 253. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF WILLIAM TIDD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 20th OF NOVEMBER 1815 AGED 74 YEARS HERE ALSO LIE THE REMAINS OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM TIDD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 11th OF NOVEMBER 1837 AGED 74 YEARS HERE ALSO LIE THE REMAINS OF SARAH SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM TIDD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 11th OF JANUARY 1844 AGED 83 YEARS ALSO GEORGE TIDD EVERETT WHO DIED 30th AUGUST 1854 AGED 36 YEARS ALSO GEORGE TIDD EVERETT FATHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 5th APRIL 1858 AGED 66 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 3rd February 1837 William Tidd of Gillingham, Gentleman Desires to be buried in brick vault in the churchyard at Gillingham, cost not less than £40. To nephew, George Everett of Gillingham, Mariner, his freehold houses and land in Gillingham and all other real estate. This property is charged with several annuities, for his wife, for life. After her death, then for nephew William Everett of Gillingham, Mariner and George Kidd Everett. Wife Sarah can live in his now dwelling house, for life, rent free and to have use of household goods. She is to have an annuity of £35 for life. William Everett is to have an annuity of £20 for life. To William Sanford of Gillingham, Smith and his wife Elizabeth, £100, part of a larger sum in the Savings Bank of Chatham. To George William Sanford, father of William, and son William, £10 each. Witnesses: George Essell, Attorney of Rochester, Isaac Erith and George Ketchley Essell, Rochester, Gentleman. Proved 30th November 1837 Power reserved to Sarah Tidd 254. Ledger, Railed SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS HANNAH GRIFFITH WIFE OF MAJOR J. GRIFFITH LATE 12th LANCERS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE [ ] [May] 185[4] AGED 72 YEARS "Her End was Peace" ALSO IN MEMORY OF MAJOR JOHN GRIFFITH LATE 1st WEST INDIA REGIMENT AND FORMERLY OF THE 12th LANCERS UPWARDS OF SIXTY FOUR YEARS HE WAS IN THE SERVICE OF HIS COUNTRY DURING WHICH PERIOD HE FOUGHT IN THE THREE VICTORIES IN EYGPT UNDER ABERCROMBY IN 1801 ALSO AT VITTORIA, SAN SEBASTIEN, NIVELLE ? ,NIVE UNDER WELLINGTON IN 1813 CLOSING HIS ACTIVE CAREER AT WATERLOO IN 1815 HE DIED AT NEW BROMPTON THE 15th NOVEMBER 1859 IN THE 76th YEAR OF HIS AGE AND HIS REMAINS REST IN THIS VAULT 255. Headstone HERE LYETH THE BODY OF MARY HUNT WHO DEPT. OCTOBER YE 4th 1701 AGED 24 "As you pass by beloved and see even as you are so once was I but while you live Prepare to Dy" 256. Headstone MORS IANVA VITAE HERE LIETH THE BODY OF MARY GREEN WIFE OF THOMAS GREEN MASTER GUNNER OF GILLINGHAM FORT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE YE 20th OF OCTOBER ANNO DOMI 1703 AGED 58 YEARS 257. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LIEUT. COL. ROBERT MELVILLE GLENIE LATE OF THE 60th ROYAL RIFLES DIED ON THE 28th OF JULY 1849 IN THE 63rd YEAR OF HIS AGE 258. Headstone HERE LYETH THE BODY OF WILLIAM HUNT OF THIS PARISH, BUTCHER AND MARY HIS WIFE HE DIED DEC. YE [ ] 1728 AGED [ ] YEARS SHE DIED DEC. YE [ ] HAD ISSUE HENRY WILLIAM WHICH ALSO LIETH HERE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 19th November 1727 William Hunt, of Gillingham Butcher The wife Mary his farm house and 30 acres in Bobbing, occupied by William Downer, for her life. After her death, then to his brother (in law?), Edward Burden of Stoke Newington, House Carpenter, for ever. Burden to pay Hunt's sister, Mary Earle wife of Thomas Earle of Milton, next Sittingbourne, House Carpenter, in case Mary Earle survives Hunt's widow, an annuity of £5 from the Bobbing property. To wife Mary, his annuity of £6 10/- payable to Hunt from John Beale, of Bredgar, Grocer, this out of a house in Biddenden, now occupied by Thomas Gore, for ever. His ready money, securities, plate, stock goods, cattle, chattels and personal estate to wife Mary, after debts and funeral costs, etc., are paid. Wife Mary is executor. Witnesses: Charles Best, John Wallis and Thomas Johnson Proved 22nd January 1728 259. Headstone and Foot Stones IN MEMORY OF ESTHER COLLINS WHO DIED 7th MARCH 1854 AGED 36 YEARS "Let died the death of the Righteous" 260. Headstone and Body Stones MR STEPHEN DADD LATE TIMBER AND STONE RECEIVER AT CHATHAM DOCK YARD DIED 31st JULY 1835 AGED 78 YEARS HE WAS EMPLOYED IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE AT CHATHAM, SHEERNESS AND PLYMOUTH DOCKYARDS DURING SIXTY YEARS MRS REBECCA DADD WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED 25th JANUARY 1822 AGED 50 YEARS MR STEPHEN JOHN DADD SURGEON R. N. SON OF THE ABOVE STEPHEN AND REBECCA DADD DIED 18th APRIL 1818 AGED 31 YEARS THESE TWO LIE BURIED IN STOKE DAMERIL CHURCHYARD, DEVON Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 30th March 1831 Stephen Dadd, Late Timber and Stone Receiver of H. M. Dockyard, Chatham To son Robert, of Chatham, Chemist, his leasehold house in Chatham High Street, occupied by son Robert, also to Robert, his freehold in 1 The Terrace, Ordnance Place, occupied by testator, for ever. To son, George, his freehold house in Brompton High Street, occupied by [Jesse] Crowhurst, Tallow Chandler, for ever; also another freehold in Manor Street, Brompton, occupied by [ ] Brooks, for ever. His money, securities in the Public Funds and interest from his policy in the Equitable Society for Assurance upon Lives Company, dating from 24th April 1805, plate, linen, household goods, clothes, remainder of personal estate, after dents and funeral costs, etc., are paid, to sons Robert and George, equally shared. They are executors. Witnesses: William Bate, Draper, Thomas Groves, Shoemaker and William Foster, Leather Cutter. Proved 15th September 1835 261. Headstone MRS ELIZABETH BULL WIFE OF MR JOHN BULL AND DAUGHTER OF THE LATE MR ROBERT DADD OF THIS PARISH DIED MARCH 2nd 1831 AGED 78 262. Headstone and Body Stones MR ROBERT DADD DIED 5th JUNE 1798 AGED 80 YEARS MARY HIS WIFE DIED 14th OCTOBER 1802 AGED 84 YEARS MRS MARY COLLINS DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED 28th MARCH 1805 AGED 58 YEARS REBECCA MARY ANN DAUGHTER OF STEPHEN AND REBECCA DADD DIED THE 26th DECEMBER AGED 14 YEARS MRS MARY ANN DADD WIFE OF MR ROBERT DADD OF CHATHAM DIED 27th JUNE 1824 AGED 34 YEARS MRS SOPHIA OAKES DADD SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED 19th JUNE 1830 AGED 28 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR ROBERT DADD WHO DIED 28th AUGUST 1843 AGED 54 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 16th February 1796 Robert Dadd of Gillingham, Shipwright All money, including wages owed from Chatham Dockyard, to wife Mary. She and son, Stephen are executors. Witnesses: William Mears and Sarah Mears Proved 30th June 1798 263. Ledger on Brick Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF AMELIA WIFE OF LIEUT. JAMES TOWNLY ROYAL MARINES OBIT DECEMBER 17th 1853 AETAT 72 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE LIEUT. JAMES TOWNLY R. M. OBIT MAY 23rd 1857 AETAT 73 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 17th April 1855 James Townley, of Gillingham, Gentleman All real and personal estate, after payment of debts, funeral, etc., to wife Lydia. She is executor. Witnesses: William Webb Hayward, Solicitor, Rochester and Alfred Rimmington, Clerk to Messrs Essell & Hayward, Rochester. Proved 15th June 1857 264. Chest Tomb SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS WELLS ESQ. OF CHATHAM WHO DIED MARCH 18th 1857 AGED 74 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 27th April 1854 William Wells of Chatham, Timber Merchant Furniture, all household goods and effects, to wife, Alice. To grandson, Thomas Wells, ( son of late son Thomas), horse, carts and all moveable implements of trade. All his properties, except that vested in him as trustee, to wife Alice for live. She can grant leases for terms not exceeding 7 years. Grandson, Thomas can have during Alice Well's lifetime, his timber yard in Chatham High Street, and adjoining house occupied by Andrew Hamilton Burns, and timber yard, wharf in testator's occupation and also house lately occupied by son Thomas, adjoining Chest Arms Tavern, and stages, cranes, work benches. Grandson Thomas to pay testator's wife an annuity of £20 for life. After her death he gives to son Robert of Benenden, surgeon, his house in Chatham High Street in which he now lives, and his two houses in Limbert's Alley, Chatham occupied by Bryan Thomas Limbert, also a house in Rhode Street, Chatham, occupied by William Newcombe, also his house now used as a beer-house, called the "Brown Jug", occupied by John Nash, this abuts onto Whittaker Street and Best Street. After the death of his widow he gives to grandson Thomas Wells, the house in Chatham High Street occupied by Andrew Burns and timber yard and house lately occupied by son Thomas, adjoining the "Chest Arms Tavern", also his half share of a property in Chatham High Street occupied by William Ring shoemaker, also several properties to the rear of Ring, occupied by Sarah Naylor, Stephen Webb, Mary Hill and James Hinkly, also a house in Chatham High Street occupied by George Gray tailor, to grandson Thomas Wells forever. After the death of his widow to son Robert, grandson Thomas, son-in-law Thomas Hubbard, (trustees), his house abutting Whittaker Street occupied by John Cleeson, adjoining the "Brown Jug", also his house in Front Row, Ordnance Street occupied by Mrs Ann Hill, adjoining house occupied by Mrs Barbara Whiffen, also five houses in Chatham Hill, occupied by Thomas Barker, John Hudson, Stephen Hope, John Monday and James Greenslade, also three houses in Key Street, Bobbing occupied by Charles Brenchly, house at Burham occupied by Sarah Edmonds. Trustees to hold this property during the life of his daughter Harriet wife of Robert Jordan, to pay her the rents. After her death of her husband and after the death of the survivor then to their children at 21 years equally shared forever. If no children survive to 21 years then to son Robert and grandson Thomas shared equally forever. The latter two and Hubbard, also have, after the death of Alice Wells, a house in Best Street, Chatham, now a place of worship called Salem Chapel, also three houses adjoining occupied by William Walber, William Tapsell and Edward Writton, also three houses in Whittaker Street, occupied by [ ] Henniker, one empty and one unfinished, also beer house in Boules Dale, Chatham, called the "Rose in the Valley", occupied by Henry Billinghurst, upon trust, during the life of daughter Alice, wife of Thomas Hubbard, Alice to receive the rents. His stock to be valued by a timber merchant and sold. Personal estate after debts and funeral costs etc., are paid, as follows: to son Robert, grandson Thomas, daughter Harriet and daughter Alice £200 each, to daughter Frances wife of William Langley, £100. Residue to be invested in Public Funds, and his widow to have the income for life. After her death the trustees are to set aside £3,000 in the Public Funds and pay the interest to daughter Frances. After her death trustees are to pay the annual interest of the £3,000 towards the maintenance and education of her children until the youngest is 24. If none survive to 24 then to Robert Wells, Thomas Wells, Harriet Johnson and Alice Hubbard. Of the residue, ¼ to son Robert, ¼ to grandson Thomas Wells, ¼ to trustees to invest in Publuc Funds, the annual interest to Harriet Jordan, after her death to her surviving husband, if any, for life. After his death then in trust for Harriet's children at 21. Executors wife Alice, son Robert, grandson Thomas, Robert Jordan and Thomas Hubbard. Witnesses: Thomas Hills, Solicitor, Chatham and George Moss, his Clerk. Proved 12th May 1857. 265. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLM. MARTIN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE SEPTEMBER 27th ? 1767 AGED 50 YEARS ELIZABETH WIFE OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY THE 14th 1796 AGED 77 YEARS ALSO SARAH WIFE OF JAMES CLIFTON ESQ. & DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 26th 1793 AGED 40 YEARS LIKEWISE JAMES CLIFTON ESQ. DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 14th 1796 AGED 50 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Wills, dated 1st February 1762 and 14th March 1792 William Martin, of Chatham, Shipwright Wife Elizabeth and Thomas Burkett of Brompton, Shipwright, are executors and trustees and testamentary guardians of children, Phillis and Sarah until they are 21 or married. To wife, use of household furniture, plate, linen and 1/3 of rents from leaseholds, as long as she remains his widow. After her death of remarriage, then equally shared between his daughters. Any subsequent renewals of leases shall be paid for from residue of personal estate. Rest and residue to wife and Thomas Burkett, upon trust, they to sell and convert into money, which with money estate, is to be invested in Public Funds. Wife to have 1/3 of interest, as long as she remains his widow. After her death, or remarriage, then the 1/3 part to daughters, equally shared. The interest from the remaining 2/3 goes towards the maintenance and education of the daughters, until they are 21 or married, they to have principal sum equally shared at 21 years. Witnesses: G. Paul and Bowes ?, Attorney of Strood Proved 19th October 1767 Power reserved to Thomas Burkett. James Clifton Appoints Jacob Cazeneuve Troy and William Bulfin of Chatham, executors. They are to raise money to pay a bond debt due to Messrs Cox and Greenwood, Agents, Craig's Court, Westminster. His funeral costs and other "trifling debts to be paid from money that is in house. His furniture to be sold with other moveables, except his plate, which he leaves to his daughter. Executors to immediately pay daughter, £10.Residue to be paid to daughter at 21 years. Witnesses: D. Skinner, Surgeon , John Smith and Joseph Johnson 266. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF WILLM. MARTIN LATE BOATSWAIN OF HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP ROYAL ANN WHO DIED THE 12th OF NOV. 1749 AGED 76 YEARS "Wise is the man who............ 267. Ledger, Railed SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FREDERICK HENRY DALGETY PAYMASTER OF BRITISH DEPOTS AND BATTALIONS AT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 13th OF AUGUST 1856 AGED 53 YEARS 268. Headstone and Plain Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN PETT OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED MAY 22nd 1812 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO THE BODY OF MARY PETT WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED APRIL 6th 1818 AGED 71 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 4th June 1806 John Pett of Brompton, Gentleman Wife Mary to have use of his plate, linen, china, household goods and furniture, ready money, for life. After her death,to his 7 children, equally shared. His 2 freeholds in Gillingham, lately purchased from George Box Stroud and Henry Stroud, occupied by Thomas ( ? ) and John Clarke, to his wife, for life. After her death, then to trustees, William Barron of Rochester, Blacksmith and John Driver of Brompton, Shipwright, upon trust. After death of his wife, they to sell his two freeholds, and add to personal estate and effects, invested in Public Funds. Wife will be receiving interest from this investment, as well as rents of houses. After her death, trustees to share equally the capital among his 7 children by his first wife; James, Sarah wife of John Bracklee of Plymouth, Mariner, John, Martha wife of William Stonewick of Plymouth, Mariner, Richard, Elizabeth wife of John Carey of Plymouth, Mariner and Christian wife of Charles Ruckton of Plymouth, Mariner, equally shared. Wife, Barron and Driver are executors. Witnesses: R. Hay, John Solomon and J. Simmonds of Rochester. Proved 17th July 1812. 269. Ledger, Railed SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LIEUTENANT AENEAS ROBERT RONALDSON MACDONNELL HONBL. EAST INDIA COMPANY'S ENGINEERS WHO WAS DROWNED 15th DECEMBER 1855 AGED 20 "Watch for ye know neither the day nor the hour when the Son of Man cometh" 270. Chest Tomb IN MEMORY OF MRS MARY GREEN OF THE PARISH OF LOOSE WHO DIED THE 2nd MARCH 1804 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO FIVE CHILDREN OF JOSEPH AND SARAH GREEN OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO HARRIET DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE JOSEPH AND SARAH GREEN WHO DIED THE 21st FEBY. 1809 AGED 10 YEARS WM. HENY. GREEN DIED 4th DECEMBER 1822 AGED 32 YEARS CHARLOTTE GREEN DIED 18th FEBRUARY 1825 AGED 37 YEARS JOHN GREEN DIED 21st MARCH 1829 AGED 36 YEARS Side Panel ALSO AMELIA ORTON GRAND DAUGHTER OF MR JOSEPH GREEN WHO DIED JULY 29th 1853 AGED 22 YEARS | IN MEMORY OF JOSEPH GREEN SON OF THE ABOVE MARY GREEN OF LOOSE, KENT DIED THE 23rd DAY OF OCTOBER 1841 | IN MEMORY OF MRS SARAH WIFE OF MR JOSEPH GREEN DIED 23rd MAY 1836 AGED 82 YEARS AGED 70 YEARS | Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 13th November 1840 Joseph Green of Brompton, Gentleman Desires to be buried in his vault or brick grave in Gillingham Churchyard. Son Joseph and good friend Charles Pitcher of Brompton, Gentleman, are executors. He gives 3 freehold houses in Rainham Mark, Rainham, lately occupied by Thomas Green, George Miles and James Costen, to daughter Sarah Boswell for life. After her death, to his lawful heirs forever. His two freeholds in Green Street, Gillingham, occupied by John and Thomas Etchell, to son Joseph forever; also to Joseph a parcel of land at Green Street in Joseph's occupation, forever. His freehold house at the north end of Green Street occupied by William Hoskins; two freeholds at the back of Middle Street occupied by Thomas Mills and George Castle, to son Thomas forever. Two freeholds in Middle Street occupied by Edward Reeve and James Gould to daughter Mary Ann Reeve for life. After her death to her children in equal shares forever. If there are no surviving children then to his lawful heirs. Two more freeholds in Middle Street occupied by himself and Robert Matthews, to daughter Elizabeth Horton, widow, for life. After her death to her children forever. Another freehold in Rainham Mark adjoining Thomas Green's house occupied by William Crane; two freeholds behind those left to daughter Elizabeth, occupied by George Coleman and Sarah Hamilton to daughter Amelia Befort?, for life. After her death to his lawful heirs. His leaseholds in the Harrow yard in Manor Street to be sold and proceeds equally divided between his children, after payment of his debts, funeral costs, etc. Witnesses: W Harding, shipwright, Chatham Yard and James Dunk, labourer. Codicil, same date as will. To son Joseph 10 guineas and to Charles Pitcher 5 Guineas. Witnesses, as for will. Proved 25th April 1842. 271. Ledger TO THE MEMORY OF MARGARET WIFE OF JAMES DUBBINS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th NOVEMBER 1809 AGED 72 YEARS "Touch not this grave, my bones, nor yet the dust, But let this stone be rotten first" 272. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN OLLIS CONDUCTOR OF THE METAL MILLS IN H.M. DOCKYARD CHATHAM WHO DIED 1st APRIL 1857 AGED 69 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM OLLIS SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 26th SEPTEMBER 1857 AGED 31 YEARS ALSO OF ELIZABETH WIDOW OF THE ABOVE JOHN OLLIS WHO DIED AT PORTSMOUTH 16th NOV. 1851 AND IS INTERRED IN THE CEMETERY OF THAT PLACE AGED 71 YEARS 273. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR PHILIP AUSTIN OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th DAY OF NOV. 1789 AGED 56 YEARS ALSO MR RICHD. YOUNG WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 20th OF AUGUST 1767 AGED 67 YEARS AND MARY YOUNG HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd OF FEBRUARY 1778 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO SARAH AUSTIN WIFE OF THE ABOVE PHILIP AUSTIN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 31st OF JANUARY 1797 AGED 65 YEARS 274. Chest Tomb TO THE MEMORY OF MR JONATHAN GILLETT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 25th OF JUNE 1800 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH GILLETT WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 5th OF AUGUST 1767 AGED 34 YEARS LIKEWISE MR WILLIAM GILLETT SON OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED JONATHAN AND ELIZABETH GILLETT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 6th OF JANUARY 1807 AGED 42 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH GILLETT SECOND WIFE OF THE AFORESAID JONATHAN GILLETT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 3rd OF JUNE 1804 AGED 74 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 4th April 1791 Jonathan Gillette, Snr., Shipwright of Brompton His own house in Brompton, to wife, Elizabeth, for life. After her death, then to his sons, William, Gabriel and Jonathan, equally shared. To wife Elizabeth, household goods, and sufficient furniture to furnish two rooms, which he leaves to the discretion of his executors. Executors to gather all of his money and sell residue of household goods to pay debts and funeral costs, etc. Remainder to be invested in Public Funds. Interest to wife, for life; after her death, the capital to his thee sons, equally shared. Wife and son, William are executors. Witnesses: Richard Hillyer, Mary Sommerton and Thomas Sommerton. Proved 11th July 1800 Value of goods and effects less than £100 275. Headstone and Foot Stone HERE LIES INTERRED WITHIN THIS VAULT THE REMAINS OF HENRY COWARD LATE QUARTERMAN OF THE SHIPWRIGHTS IN HIS MAJESTY'S DOCKYARD, CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 6th DAY OF FEBRUARY 1803 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFEON THE 11th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1801 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO CATHERINE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE AND WIFE OF THOMAS GOWER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 7th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1813 AGED 42 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 30th March 1801 Henry Coward of Chatham, shipwright. To wife Mary an annuity for life, this from his Bank Long Annuities. After her death the £10 annuity equally divided between his daughters Elizabeth, wife of William Gillette and Ann, wife of Robert Kennett. To wife Mary his freehold house and land on Slickets Hill, Chatham, for life; after her death to son Henry forever. To daughters Elizabeth and Ann an additional £10 annuity each. To son Henry £5 annuity for life; after his death the £5 annuity to his lawful heirs. In default of issue the £5 annuity to daughter Catherine Coward; she also has a £25 annuity for life. To grand daughter Elizabeth Gillette, to be invested for her until she is 21. To daughter Ann one silver tablespoon marked with a "lyon"; to son Henry one silver tablespoon marked H.C.J., and all his clothes. At this point Coward makes mention of an existing inventory of household goods and furniture. His wife and daughter Catherine to have the residue of household goods and furniture, etc., for as long as they find it convenient to live together, if not, wife to have that part of household goods and furniture in back parlour and back chamber of his dwelling house. After wife's death the above becomes the property of Catherine. The remainder of household goods and furniture, etc., to daughter Catherine if she lives separately from her mother. To son-in-law William Gillette £20. Gillette and daughter Catherine are executors. To daughter Catherine his watch; to son-in-law Gillette is gold buttons, draughts of shipping, residue and income from his apprentices at H.M. Dockyard, during remainder of apprenticeship. All wages and debts due to daughter Catherine. Witnesses: Richard Bowles, Elizabeth Bowles and Ann Thorpe. Affidavit, 7th March 1803. Catherine Coward of Brompton, spinster, sworn. The inventory mentioned in the will has never come into her possession or knowledge. She does not believe the inventory ever existed but if it does turn up in the future she will readily bring it forward. Proved 9th March 1803. Note in margin dated 10th November 1815. The will was not administered by Catherine Gowar, formerly Coward, whilst living surviving executor and residuary legatee, who died intestate. Administration granted to Thomas Gowar husband and administrator of the goods of Catherine Gowar. Note dated 23rd December 1837. Will not administered by Thomas Gowar who died intestate. Administration granted to Catherine Gowar, daughter of Thomas and Catherine. 276. Headstone, Foot Stone and Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN BELL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER THE 24th 1789 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH BELL WIFE OF THE ABOVE JOHN BELL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOV. THE 16th 1789 AGED 58 YEARS Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH BELL DUNSTERVILLE DAUGHTER OF JOHN BELL AND ELIZABETH BELL DUNSTERVILLE BORN SEPTEMBER 1st 1828 DIED JANUARY 31st 1830 AGED 1 YEAR AND 5 MONTHS ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH DUNSTERVILLE DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND ELIZABETH BELL AND RELICT OF THE LATE ELIAS DUNSTERVILLE, ESQ. OF PLYMOUTH BORN 10th OCTOBER 1757 DIED 1st SEPTEMBER 1838 277. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN BELL SON OF JOHN AND ELIZABETH BELL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 15th OCTOBER 1802 AGED 40 YEARS HE LEFT A BELOVED AND AFFECTIONATE WIFE TO LAMENT HIS LOSS Deanery of Shoreham Will dated 29th September 1782 John Bell of Gillingham, Farmer Executor is John Page of Gillingham, Gentleman His share of income from farm he occupies and his share of horses, cattle, sheep, corn, hay, wagons, carts, and all husbandry stock belonging to him and his partner, Thomas White and all personal estate and household goods and furniture, to three children, John, Elizabeth and Mary, shared equally, subject to payments of debts and funeral, etc. Executor has discretion to distribute value of goods or carry on business in partnership with Thomas White, as he judges most advantageous to his children. Witnesses: Thomas Hall and Thomas Sommerton Proved 19th January 1790 Value of chattels and effects under £500 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2 March 1797 John Bell of Gillingham, Farmer To wife, Catherine, all goods, chattels and household goods, husbandry stock and crops, plate, linen, china, money, securities and personal estate, after payment of debts and funeral, etc., for ever. She is executor. Witness: Thomas Selby and Richard Coleman Proved 26th November 1802 278. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM LUFF OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER 18th 1844 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH LUFF WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED DECEMBER 4th 1845 AGED 58 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 25th May 1837 William Luff of New Brompton, Gentleman Wife Elizabeth, friend John Skinner of Chatham, Broker and William Dulake of Gillingham, Gardener are executors and trustees. They to have, in trust, all his real estate in Chatham and Gillingham or elsewhere, furniture, goods, chattels, money, securities and personal state. His wife an have household goods, etc., as she chooses, for life. Trustees to invest monies in Public Funds and pay interest to his wife, for life. The other main beneficiary of the will is William Luff or Boxall, the illegitimate son of his late sister, Sarah Luff and William Boxall, Esquire. Most of the will consists involved trust details. Witnesses: James Dulvey of Brompton, John Baird Victualler of Brompton and Miles Crow, Solicitor of Brompton. Proved 5th February 1845 Power reserved to Elizabeth Luff 279. Headstone and Body Stones IN MEMORY OF MRS ANN THE BELOVED WIFE OF MR JOHN KING OF SHEERNESS SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 20th OF APRIL 1762 IN THE 42nd YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO MR JOHN KING DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd OF JANUARY 1784 AGED 66 YEARS 280. Small Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF CATHERINE WIDOW OF THE LATE JOHN A. O. GORMAN CAPT. H.M. 31st REGT. SHE DIED AT GILLINGHAM JANUARY 11th 1859 "The Righteous shall be (held) ? in Everlasting Remembrance" 281. Headstone IN MEMORY OF DEBORAH WRIGHT WIFE OF MR HENRY WRIGHT OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 26th OCTR. 1752 AGED 33 YEARS "Within this silent grave, here doth embrace, A Virtuous Wife, Maid Deborah's comely face, Sarah's Obedience, Lydia's Open Heart, Martha's Care, but Mary's Better Part" 282. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR NICHOLAS STANBRIDGE SENR. LATE MASTER SAIL MAKER OF HIS MAJESTY'S YARD AT CHATHAM DIED 24th MAY 1768 AGED 89 YEARS ALSO ANTON RODIGER LATE OF BROMPTON WHO DIED 14th APRIL 1817 AGED 68 YEARS WILLIAM ANTON ROOFE GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 8th OF MARCH 1819 AGED 13 MONTHS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ANN RODIGER WIF OF MR ANTON RODIGER LATE OF BROMPTON WHO DIED 6th JUNE 1839 AGED 72 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 10th January 1771 Nicholas Stanbridge, of Rochester, late Master Sail Maker, H. M. Dockyard, Chatham To Mary Wayman, Nicholas Stanbridge, Catherine Blogg, William Stanbridge and Charles Stanbridge, his children, £8 each. To son Charles, ½ of his clothes, silver watch,, 3 gold buttons, gold ring with red stone and pair of silver buckles. The other ½ of his clothes to sons Nicholas and William, also to Nicholas, his silver tankard, to William a pair of silver buckles and gold ring. All his books to Nicholas, William and Charles (except Sail Making books which go to Nicholas), equally shared. He has 2 apprentices, John Greenfield and Richard Freeman and the remainder of their term, to wife Ann. Wife, Ann to pay son Charles £5 per annum during remainder of his apprenticeship. All household goods to wife Ann. She is executor. Witnesses: Elizabeth Broome, Winifred Moulden and John Austen Proved 24th April 1771 283. Ledger TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM WEEKES OF CHATHAM WHO DIED ON THE 28th OF SEPTEMBER 1824 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO SUSANNA WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 29th OF NOVEMBER 1836 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 18th OF JULY 1792 AGED 11 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM THE INFANT SON OF THOMAS AND REBECCA WEEKES OF BROMPTON AND GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 17th OF DECEMBER 1814 AGED 6 WEEKS ALSO ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 22nd OF MARCH 1836 AGED 43 YEARS ALSO THOMAS SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 24th OF JANUARY 1837 AGED 54 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 19th June 1824 and 2nd January 1829 William Weekes of Chatham, Gentleman. To wife Susanna all household goods and personal estate except securities in trust, for her own use, subject to payment of his debts, funeral and probate costs. Rents from his freehold house and 30 acres of land in Chiddingstone, occupied by George Wood, and from his leasehold in two dwellings now in his own occupation, and all other real estate to his wife for life, after her death to sons Capon and Thomas and daughter Ann in equal shares. To son John £1. After the death of his wife, to daughter Susannah of Wouldham, £400; to son Richard £300. Executors can sell leasehold estate and invest proceeds in Public Funds and pay interest to his wife for life. After her death this to be shared equally between Capon, Thomas and Ann. Principal money to the survivor of the three. His wife, daughter Ann, sons Capon and Thomas are executors. Witnesses: John Akers, Chatham, James Taylor, Chatham and J Gibbs, Attorney, Strood. Proved 8th December 1824. Note in margin dated 7th February 1837, administration granted to Capon Weeks, surviving executor. Thomas Weekes of Chatham, Plumber and Glazier To wife Rebecca, all freeholds and leaseholds and all the rest of his estate. She is executor. Witnesses: George Acworth, Solicitor, Chatham, Catherine Acworth and James Pearce, Clerk to Mr Acworth Codicil, 23rd January 1837 Will confirmed. Witnesses: L. Pearson, Hester Wickham and Edward Wickham Proved 14th July 1837 284. Headstone THOMAS MARTIN OF CHATHAM DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF MAY 1762 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO MARY MARTIN HIS WIFE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th OF MARCH 1767 AGED 72 YEARS 285. ? IN MEMORY OF THOMAS MARTIN HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEB. 11Th 1766 AGED 70 YEARS HE WAS COMMISSIONER'S COCKSWAIN NEAR 30 YEARS ALSO NEAR THIS PLACE LIETH CATHERINE HIS WIFE AND 2 SONS AND 1 DAUGHTER GEORGE, JAMES AND MERCY AND JUDITH FURMANGER ALSO MERCY SECOND WIFE OF THOS. MARTIN DIED NOV. 1st 1775 AGED 69 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR. JOHN MARTIN WHO DIED THE 9th OF JULY 1832 AGED 80 YEARS ALSO MARY MARTIN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 29th OF OCTOBER 1837 AGED 73 YEARS 286. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM TYSON WHO DIED THE 8th MAY 1808 AGED 4 YEARS "He's flown From this vain world, To Heaven's Celestial Plains, Where Angels dwell, and Jesus ever Reigns" ALSO ANN TYSON WIFE OF JOHN TYSON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 12th JANY. 1832 AGED 59 HARRIETT TYSON DIED 23rd AUGUST 1834 AGED 2 MONTHS MR JOHN BENJ. TYSON DIED 29th OCTOBER 1845 AGED 52 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN BENJ. TYSON WHO DIED 29th OCTOBER1845 AGED 52 YEARS ALSO MR JOHN TYSON SENR. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 19th DAY OF APRIL1850 AGED 78 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will dated13th February 1850 John Tyson, Builder of 23 Charlton Street, New Brompton To "kind friends", Robert Lawton of Garden Street and John Saxton of High Street, Brompton, (executors and trustees), all household goods, furniture, clothes, money, investments and money due from H.M. Government, all personal estate and real estate, upon trust, for benefit of wife Mary, after debts are paid and funeral costs, etc., are paid. Witnesses: Samuel Harbord, William Minn and Charles Pitcher Proved 24th May 1850 Power reserved to Lawton. 287. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN KNIGHT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 11th JANUARY 1822 AGED 65 YEARS 288. Chest Tomb DEATH - BACKGROUND: RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER DEATH - BACKGROUND: RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH DAUGHTER OF MR JOHN AND ELIZABETH DEATH OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 13th JANUARY 1840 AGED 18 YEARS ALSO EDWIN DEATH LATE OF H.M. SHIP DAUNTLESS WHO DIED OF YELLOW FEVER AT BARBADOES 6th DECEMBER 1852 AGED 27 YEARS End Panel TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZA AND CLARA DAUGHTERS OF JOHN WILLIAM AND ELIZA SELINA DEATH WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY Side Panel, (Facing Path) SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN DEATH OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST 14th 1851 AGED 63 YEARS End Panel (Facing Church) EDWIN CHARLES PALMER SON OF JOHN WILLIAM AND ELIZA SELINA DEATH DIED 22nd MARCH 1861 AGED 11 MONTHS 1838 Pigot Directory, John Death, Linen Draper Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 23rd August 1850 John Death, of Gillingham, Gentleman James Dulvey, Surgeon and son William are executors and trustees, Wife, Elizabeth to have household fuel, wines, liquors, provisions and £100 for immediate needs out of personal estate and use of household furniture and all goods for life. After her death, the latter into his residuary personal estate, bequeathed to trustees. If his wife thinks fit she can carry on his contract with the Barracks Department or other Government Institutions. To daughter Henrietta £875, which is owed to him by son William by virtue of an indenture dated 18th April 1849, the loan was for £1,000, of which £125 has been paid; Henrietta also has £25. Friend James Dulvey has 15 guineas as a mark of esteem. Son John also has 15 guineas. To daughter Henrietta, silver teapot and stand, six silver teaspoons, his piano and a china service purchased by his late daughter Elizabeth. To son John a gold watch; to son William a gold chain and seals and gold key; to son Edwin a gold watch guard and to son Robert a gold mourning ring and silver (?) holder. Rents of his real estate to wife Elizabeth for life. Freehold house 28 Brompton High Street to son John forever. His half part of a freehold 24 same street in son William's occupation to son William for life, if he dies with surviving children then to be shared equally amongst his children. If no children survive to 21, then the half share to sons Edwin and Robert forever. The other half of 24 and two freeholds at the rear of Park Place, occupied by Thomas and James Sturgeon to son Charles forever. Two freeholds in Middle Street occupied by [ ] Ratcliffe and John Bear and a freehold in Beacon Close Lane occupied by Richard Morris to son Edwin forever. A house in Rochester High Street occupied by John Cole, boot maker, to son Robert forever. Two freeholds in Park Place, occupied by John Ely and Henry Bear and several houses called Archers Buildings near Manor Street, to son Samuel forever. His freehold house in Fox Lane, occupied by Alfred Letley, to daughter Henrietta forever. Leasehold, now in three properties near Church Street, occupied by Robert Masters, William Carter and [ ] Parkham, under contract to be sold to him by John Lock Esq to daughter Henrietta for term of lease. To James Dolvey and son John his money, investments and personal estate not already bequeathed, goods, chattels, etc., upon trust, to be sold. Trustees to pay all his debts, especially £264 due to John Lock for purchase of the above leasehold. Residue to be invested in public funds. Annual proceeds towards his childrens' maintenance and education until they are all 21 or married if girls. Trustees can use money to help his childrens' advancement in the world. Principal sum to be equally shared by them when they are all 21. Witnesses: George Essell, Solicitor, Rochester and Richard T Moore, Clerk, to Messrs Essell, Heyward and Essell. Proved 16th September 1851. 289. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF MR GEORGE GARTH MASTER PAINTER AT HIS MAJESTY'S YARD CHATHAM WHOSE PERISHABLE REMAINS LIE HERE INHUMED WHO LONG LABOURERING UNDER THE MOST EXCRUCIATING PAIN WHICH HE BORE WITH THE FIRMEST CONSTANCY & RESIGNED PLACIDLY HIS IMMORTAL PART INTO THE HANDS OF HIS CREATOR MAY THE 10th ANNO CHRISTI 17[62] AETATIS SUAE 43 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 11th March 1761 George Garth, of Brompton, Painter. To wife Deborah, after payment of debts, funeral costs, etc., all of his estate, for ever. She is executor. Witnesses: Abraham Sugden, Edward Dove and Edward Moore Proved 4th January 1762 290. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR ABRAHAM SUGDEN WHO DIED THE 19th OF OCTOBER 1767 AGED 58 YEARS AND 6 MONTHS ALSO MARY HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 29th JANUARY 1794 AGED 80 YEARS AND ALSO ANN HINDS DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE NAMED WHO DIED THE 24th DECEMBER 1774 AGED 27 YEARS ALSO MARY SUGDEN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE ABRAHAM AND MARY SUGDEN WHO DIED ON THE 16th DAY OF MAY 1814 AGED 73 YEARS 291. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR ABRAHAM SUGDEN WHO DIED THE 22nd OF OCTOBER 1802 IN THE 60th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO ELIZABETH HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 15th OF FEBRUARY 1816 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO MR ABRAHAM SUGDEN SON OF THE ABOVE ABRAHAM AND ELIZABETH WHO DIED THE 16th OF JULY 1817 AGED 41 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS BETSY SUGDEN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 30th OF NOVEMBER 1830 AGED 56 YEARS ALSO OF MR WILLIAM SUGDEN HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 25th OF DECEMBER 1842 IN THE 72nd YEAR OF HIS AGE 292. Headstone and Foot Stone HERE LIETH THE BODY OF CAPTAIN MARTIN HINTON ROYAL NAVY DECEASED OCTOBER 29th 1814 AGED 56 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated18th July 1814 Martin Hinton, R. N. He has £200 in the 3% Annuities, (Bank of England ?). His sister, Susan Hinton to have half of this, (and all of his effects ?), the other half of the £200 to brother in law, Samuel Henmons, Master Attendant, H.M. Dockyard. Chatham. Witnesses: Mary Eliza Henmons (only one) Affidavit 1st December 1814 William Hood Henmons of Mitcham, Surrey, Brewer is sworn. He knew Hinton well and confirms will and signature are in Hinton's hand. Proved 3rd December 1814 granted to Samuel Henmons. 293. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THE BELOVED CHILDREN OF SMART AND ANN FULLAGAR SMART DIED 6th OCTOBER 1818 AGED 5 YEARS EDWARD J. DIED 8th NOVEMBER 1831 AGED 14 YEARS EMMA S. DIED 2nd JANUARY 1832 AGED 3 YEARS HENRIETTA M DIED 23rd JANUARY 1832 AGED 8 YEARS SARAH S. DIED 5th FEBRUARY 1832 AGED 21 YEARS 294. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH CHILES WIFE OF EDWARD CHILES WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 20th DECEMBER 1783 AGED 43 YEARS ALSO JOHN FULLAGAR GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 6th MARCH 178[ ] AGED 1 YEAR ALSO RACHEL WIFE OF MR JOHN FULLAGAR WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th OCTOBER 1815 AGED 56 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOHN FULLAGAR WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd MARCH 1852 AGED 94 YEARS 295. Headstone IN MEMORY OF HENRIETTA MARIA WIFE OF LIEUT. ALEXANDER MARTIN R.N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd DECEMBER 1821 AGED 31 YEARS 296. Headstone HERE LIETH THE BODY OF SARAH AGGAR WIFE OF JOHN AGGAR OF SHEERNESS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 27th OF DEC. 1751 AGED 26 YEARS 297. Headstone and 2 Foot Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS PULLINGER OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 31st OCTOBER 1841 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO FRANCES ELIZABETH PULLINGER DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JULY 4th 1854 AGED 42 YEARS ALSO MRS CHARLOTTE CARDWELL SECOND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JUNE 7th 1857 AGED 50 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CHARLOTTE WIFE OF THOMAS PULLINGER OF BROMPTON WHO DIED THE 17th NOVEMBER 1825 AGED 47 YEARS ALSO THOMAS PULLINGER SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 13th JULY 1831 AGED 24 YEARS ALSO MRS SARAH ANN CROWHURST WIFE OF MR JESSE CROWHURST OF BROMPTON AND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 16th OF OCTOBER 1840 AGED 35 YEARS ALSO MR HENRY PULLINGER SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 17th OF JUNE 1841 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO CHARLOTTE SUSANNAH PULLINGER DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE MR HENRY PULLINGER WHO DIED THE 4th OF JULY 1841 AGED 4 MONTHS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 5th October 1841 Thomas Pullinger of Brompton, Blacksmith Appoints nephew James Buckland of Barming, Farmer and George Gifford of Gad's Hill, Gillingham, Grocer, executors and trustees, for their pains, £5 each. This will is rather long and full of tedious trust details. The main points are: All his real estate, except that held on trust, to his trustees, upon trust. The rents of 1/3 to daughter Charlotte, after her death, to her children, if she has no children who survive to 21, then, upon trust for daughter, Frances, after her death to her children and William and Mary Crowhurst , children of his late daughter, Sarah, who was wife of Jesse Crowhurst, Tallow Chandler of Brompton, for ever. If they die before they are 21, then to his own right heirs. Daughters Charlotte and Frances also have the interest from £301 each. Witnesses: J. Stephens and M.S. Stephens, Solicitors, Chatham Proved 8th February 1842 298. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN FRENCH OF CHATHAM RICH IN FAITH AND IN GOOD WORKS, YET ESTEEMING HIMSELF NOTHING, HE RELIED SOLELY ON THE SACRIFICE AND RIGHTEOUSNESS OF CHRIST AND BEING ACCEPTED IN HIM, ENTERED INTO REST APRIL 11th 1855 IN THE 83rd YEAR OF HIS AGE SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARIA HIS BELOVED WIFE WHO DIED FEBRUARY 16th 1853 IN THE 71st YEAR OF HER AGE "The Heart of her Husband did safely, Trust in her, her Children arise up and call her Blessed" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th February 1855 John French of Chatham, Gentleman, formerly Cooper and Coal Merchant This will consists mostly tedious trust details. Son David and friend George Pemble are executors and trustees, Pemble is to have £5. All freeholds to them, upon trust, for benefit of son David and other children. All monies, goods, chattels, furniture and personal estate, also upon trust, after funeral costs, etc., to be invested in Public Funds, for the benefit of his children. Witnesses: Joshua Hunt Holbourbe Wray of Chatham and Matthew S. Stephens, Solicitor, Chatham Proved 6th July 1855 299. Headstone, Body Stone, Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FREDERICK SPENCER BOWER LIEUTENANT IN THE ROYAL MARINES LIGHT INFANTRY YOUNGEST SON OF THE LATE REAR ADMIRAL EDWARD BOWER, C.B. WHO DIED AT CHATHAM ON THE 11th NOVEMBER 1858 AGED 22 YEARS 300. Small Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM BROAD OF THIS PARISH HE DIED 28th NOV. 1774 AGED 62 YEARS "Take ye Heed, Watch and Pray, for ye know not when the Time is" Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. Any errors noticed by other researchers will be gratefully received so that we can amend our pages to give as accurate a record as possible. Please send details to research@kentarchaeology.org.uk | M.I.s nos. 301 to 400 of St Magdalene Church, Gillingham transcribed by D.L. Williams from a listings by Captain Connolly R.E. in 1862 Gillingham Church M.I.s with Index of names from gravestones Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham recorded in 1862 by Captain Connolly, Royal Engineers. Concise Wills and other notes added by D.E. Williams 2015. M.I.s numbers 301 to 400 301. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. ELIZABETH HALL OF DOVER, WIFE OF THE LATE EDWARD HALL, ESQUIRE OF CHENYVALLEY, COUNTY DOWN, IRELAND WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 25th JUNE 1815 AGED 77 YEARS 302. Ledger on Brick Chest SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES CHILES WHO DIED 1st JULY 1828 AGED 57 YEARS ALSO CAROLINE, WIDOW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 6th OCTOBER 1834 AGED 60 YEARS ALSO CAROLINE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 21st JANUARY 1853 AGED 59 YEARS 303. Small Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF EMMA AMELIA DAUGHTER OF CAPT. FRY 63rd REGT. AND ELIZA HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 20th DAY OF JULY 1838 AGED 4 YEARS ALSO CAPT. R. H. FRY 15th REGT. ELDEST SON OF THE ABOVE CAPT. (NOW MAJOR) FRY WHO DIED THE 22nd DAY OF MARCH 1859 AGED 23 YEARS 304. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR SAMPSON BALL, R.N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AT MELVILLE HOSPITAL ON THE 6th JULY 1838 AGED 59 YEARS "Light lie the ashes of the dead And hallowed be the turf that pillows the head" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 15th June 1835 Samson Ball All of his estate to wife, Mary, including Prize Money. No real estate mentioned. Wife is executor. Witnesses: John Richardson, Surgeon, Melville Hospital, Chatham, Thomas Mould?, Purveyor, Melville Hospital and Robert Drake, Clerk, Melville Hospital. Proved 24th July 1836 305. Ledger over Brick Vault Palmer SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR CHARLES WILLIAM PALMER OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 28th JANY. 1857 AGED 52 YEARS ALSO CAROLINE EMILY KENNETT DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE NAMED CHARLES WILLIAM PALMER WHO DIED THE 13th OF JULY 1859 AGED 35 YEARS ALSO MR JOHN PALMER FATHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 20th OF OCT. 1859 AGED 76 YEARS 306. Chest Tomb, Railed IN MEMORY OF MR JAMES KINCAID MASTER BLACKSMITH OF HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD AT CHATHAM 36 YEARS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 5th JULY 1798 AGED 71 YEARS MRS SUSANNA KINCAID WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 25th APRIL 1782 AGED 59 YEARS WILLIAM KINCAID SON OF JAMES AND FRANCES KINCAID DIED THE 1st DECEMBER 1779 AGED 16 MONTHS SUSANNA WILKES DAUGHTER OF CHARLES AND ELIZABETH WILKES DIED THE 20th MAY 1785 ? AGED 18 MONTHS CHARLES WILKES SON OF CHARLES AND ELIZ. WILKES DIED THE 1st JUNE 1787 AGED 11 MONTHS FRANCES KINCAID WIFE OF MR JAMES KINCAID CHIEF CLERK IN CHATHAM DOCK YARD DIED 10th OCT 1798 AGED 47 YEARS MR JAMES KINCAID LATE CLERK IN THE STOREKEEPER'S OFFICE, CHATHAM DOCK YARD DIED THE 10th JANY. 1802 AGED 25 YEARS ALSO TWO OF HIS CHILDREN GEORGE KINCAID DIED THE 9th APRIL 1802 AGED 2 YEARS AND 7 MONTHS ANN KINCAID DIED THE 20th JUNE 1802 AGED 9 MONTHS End Panel SACRED TP THE MEMORY OF MR FRANK HAITE WHO DIED 26th NOV. 1844 AGED 63 End Panel SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF BENJAMIN JAMES KINCAID HAITE WHO DIED 12th OF MARCH 1818 AGED 21 YEARS Side Panel IN MEMORY OF MR JAMES KINCAID CHIEF CLERK IN THE BUILDER'S OFFICE OF HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD, CHATHAM WHO DIED 26th MARCH 1816 AGED 63 YEARS ALSO CATHERINE WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 23rd OF OCTOBER 1827 AGED 66 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED [ ] AGED [ ] YEARS (Unfinished) Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 25th May 1798, 2nd January 1802, 11th May 1815 and 24th November 1844 James Kincaid the Elder, of St. Margaret's Bank, Rochester, Master Blacksmith in H.M. Dockyard, Chatham. Two houses in Garden Street, Brompton, occupied by Howell and Thomas Sugden, two houses in Manor Street, Brompton, occupied by Margaretson and Stephens, piece of land adjoining latter, occupied by his son, James Kincaid, to son James, for ever. Also to son James, £1,800 stock in the 5% Bank Annuities and his large silver punch bowl. Four houses in Prospect Row, Brompton, occupied by Denton, Rayring, Con and Diprose and nine houses in Garden Street, in Queen's Court, occupied by Wills, Townm, Briggs, Wheeler, Sutton, Stretton, Harleston, Lee and Jordan and seven house in Middle Street, Brompton, occupied by John Driver, Dunk, Whatman, Rogers, Whatman, Parsons and Sleegg and his own house in St. Margaret's Bank and four adjoing houses, occupied by Thomas Blackston, Roby, Edward Trump and March and three houses behind latter, occupied by Cheny, Everson and Rainey and £3,075 in the 5% Annuities, to son James, upon trust. He is to pay rents from four houses in Prospect Row and nine houses in Garden Street, and interest on £1,250 (part of the £3,075) to daughter, Mary wife of Benjamin Haite, Navy Clerk, for her life. After her death, the last mentioned houses and the sum of £1,250 to her children, equally shared at 21. If no children survive to 21, then to Benjamin Haite (if he survives), for ever. Trustee to pay rent of seven houses in Middle Street and interest from £1,400 (part of the £3,074) to the youngest daughter wife of Charles Wilkes of Faversham, Gentleman, for life. After her death, to her children shared equally at 21. If she dies with no surviving children then to Charles Wilkes, for ever. Income from his house (subject to his wife's life interest), and four leasehold houses adjoing, to daughter, Susannah, for rest of term, also interest on £425 (part of the £3,075), for life. Adter her death, then to her surviving children, if none reach 21, then to son James and daughters, Mary and Elizabeth, equally shared, after their deaths to their children at 21. To daughter, Mary Haite, a silver quart tankard; to daughter, Elizabeth, a silver pint mug; to daughter, Susannah, pair of silver salts, four silver table spoons and silver pepper box. To wife Elizabeth, household furniture, linen, china, etc. Residue of real and personal estate, to son James, upon trust, he is to pay mother an annuity of £20 for life and to divide surplus between himself and sisters. After his wife's death, he is to share principal sum as before.Son James is executor. Witnesses: Edward Crump of Rochester, Gentleman, Jonathan Prall, Attorney, Rochester and Thomas Church, his Clerk. Proved 7th August 1798 James Kincaid, Gentleman To wife Ann, after expenses, all personal estate. She is executor. Witnesses: Stephen Dadd, Shipwright and Assistant Converter, H.M. Dockyard, Chatham and Richard Martin, Quarterman of the Shipwrights. Proved 22nd April 1802 James Kincaid, Gentleman Wife, Catherine, son George and Thomas Haite, Clerk of the Rope Yard, Chatham Dock Yard, are executors. A house in Manor Street, Brompton, occupied by Thomas Stott, to wife, for life, as long as she remains his widow. After her death, to son William, for ever. He own house in Garden Street, and household furniture, pair of silver salts with spoons, silver and china, (except stoves fenders, grates, coppers and fire irons, which are fixtures and furniture in front attic and set of china bought from Mr Farmer), to wife, for life, if she remains his widow. After her death or remarriage, then his house to son George, plus the items listed above and large silver bowl and silver punch ladle, for ever. Following the terms of a marriage settlement dated 8th November 1800, executors to pay wife £200 in 5% Bank Annuities, plus another £50 in same stock and interest on £300 same stock. After her death or remarriage, the principal of the £300 stock, to son Henry, for ever. Also to wife, interest on £600 same stock. After her death or remarriage, then the principal to son William, for ever. Also to wife, all spirits, liquors and casks. To daughter, Fanny wife of Samuel May of Sheerness, Mariner £500 in 5% Annuities and two silver table spoons. To daughter Betsy, £500, same stock and two silver table spoons, also bed, bolster, pillows. Four blankets, three pairs new cotton sheets, counterpane, six Clark Chamber Chairs and walnut chest of drawers. To son Henry silver pint can. To son William, gold watch, gold chain and two gold seals, one marked W.K., one J.K. And metal watch, two table spoons; if William dies pre 21, then this bequest to son Henry. To son William. Five books of the Old and New Testaments, four volumes of Rapin's History of England, volume of Natural History, all clothes, if William dies pre 21, the latter to sons Henry and George. To daughter in law, Catherine Windyer, £20 in 5% Annuities. Residue of personal estate, after expenses, to wife, for life, "for her greater comfort and happiness". He desires daughter Betsy to leave her house within three months after his death, so wife can have possession. Executors to pay Betsy £30 for furniture; if she does not leave, the £30 to son William. £20 to nephew, Thomas Haite, Clerk of the Rope Yard, for his kindness in acting as executor and whatever money is left in the 5% Annuities. Witnesses: Richard Hughes, Master Boat Builder, T. Trott, Master House Carpenter, both of Chatham Dock Yard. Proved 16th July 1816 Thomas Haite now described as Thomas Mears Frank Haite, Gentleman All real estate, invested money, ready money, furniture, household goods and effects, to wife, Betsy, for ever. She is executor. Witnesses: Thomas Ruston?, Attorney of Rochester and Mary Newlyn, Servant to Mr Haite. Proved 21st December 1844 307. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN LINDRIDGE, ESQ. LATE OF MANSION ROW IN THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY 13th 1825 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO OF ANN HIS WIFE WHO DIED MARCH THE 16th 1789 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO MRS KITTY JANE MORSE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 5th OF AUG. 1832 AGED 62 YEARS 308. Ledger over Vault, Railed SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SELINA BARTHOLOMEW THE BELOVED WIFE OF GEORGE WOODS, ESQ. OF ORDNANCE TERRACE, CHATHAM WHO DIED DECEMBER 9th 1851 AGED 49 YEARS "He died for us, that whether we wake or Sleep we should live together with him" 1st Thess. V10 THOMAS HAWKINS BROOK WOODS DIED IN HIS INFANCY SECOND SON OF THE ABOVE NICHOLAS WILLIAM WOODS THEIR THIRD SON LATE OF THE ROYAL NAVY DIED OF CHOLERA AT CALCUTTA ON 31st DECEMBER 1853 AGED 19 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE GEORGE WOODS, ESQ. WHO DIED NOVEMBER 10th 1860 AGED 71 YEARS 309. Ledger over Vault, Railed SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS FITZHERBERT AUSTIN SON OF MICHAEL & MARY ANN AUSTIN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 28th JUNE 1825 AGED 14 YEARS ALSO JOHN WILLIAM RAWLINSON SON OF THE REV. JOHN SAMUEL RAWLINSON, DECD. 21st AUGUST 1826 AGED 11 MONTHS AND 13 DAYS JANE FITZHERBERT AUSTIN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE MICHAEL AND MARY ANN AUSTIN DIED JUNE 20th 1827 AET. 18 MARY ANN AUSTIN MOTHER OF THE ABOVE THOMAS AND JANE DIED ON THE 10th SEPTEMBER 1829 AGED 51 YEARS ALSO OF GEORGE DAYSH AUSTIN ASSISTANT SURGEON OF H. M. NAVY AND MEMBER OF THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, LONDON SON OF THE ABOVE MICHAEL AND MARY ANN AUSTIN WHO DIED 6th JUNE 1836 AGED 27 YEARS ALSO OF MR MICHAEL AUSTIN WHO DIED 1st JUNE 1844 AGED 72 YEARS 310. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FRANCIS WILLM. VENN LATE GUNNER OF H.M.S. SPARIATE WHO WAS UNFORTUNATELY KILLED BY FALLING FROM THE SIDE OF H.M.S. PRINCE REGENT AT THE MOMENT OF HER LAUNCH IN CHATHAM DOCK YARD ON THE 12th APRIL 1823 AGED 51 YEARS HAVING SERVED HIS KING AND COUNTRY FAITHFULLY DURING A PERIOD OF FORTY ONE YEARS ALSO LINE PURCELL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JUNE 6th 1840 IN THE 76th YEAR OF HIS AGE "THOU SHALL COME TO THY GRAVE IN A FULL AGE LIKE AS A SHOCK OF CORN COMETH IN HIS SEASON" JOB 5 26 311. CHEST TOMB, with CROSS WARD - NO INSCRIPTION SURVIVES TO PERPETUATE THE MEMORY OF MRS NENNETTER LETITIA WARD THE BELOVED WIFE OF JOHN WARD ESQ LATE OF SHEERNESS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 9th OF DECEMBER 1857 AGED 56 YEARS THE REMAINS OF THE ABOVE NAMED JOHN WARD ARE DEPOSITED IN A VAULT IN THE CHURCH ALSO MISS AUGUSTA MARIA WARD THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE NAMED WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 24th OF OCTOBER 1857 AGED 28 YEARS At the foot of Cross "God our Redeemer Lives, And after from the skies, Looks down and watches all our dust, Till He shall bit it, Rise !" 312. Low Headstone HERE LYETH YE BODY OF URSULA COOPER BURIED THE 17th OCTOBER 1723 AGED 14 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM COOPER BURIED MAY THE 6th 1729 AGED 15 YEARS 313. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MARY DAUGHTER OF GEORGE AND ELIZABETH DANN OF THE PARISH OF LINTON IN THIS COUNTY WHO DIED THE 10th OCTOBER 1809 AGED 31 YEARS 314. Headstone IN MEMORY OF JOHN GLOVER (LATE MAST. GUNNER OF CHATHAM LINES) WHO DIED FEBY. THE 28th 1797 AGED 85 YEARS LIKEWISE ROSE GLOVER HIS BELOVED WIFE WHO DIED JUNE THE 13th 1791 AGED 71 YEARS 315. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ANN HODGSKIN WIFE OF MR RICHARD HODGSKIN OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 18th DECEMBER 1835 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR RICHARD HODGSKIN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 11th AUGUST 1845 AGED 83 YEARS ALSO JANE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 1st DECEMBER 1808 AGED 15 YEARS 316. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM ELLINGTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH THE 18th 1850 AGED 64 YEARS "A Wretched, Poor and Helpless Worm, On Thy Kind Arms I Fall" ALSO REBECCA ELLINGTON DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED OCTOBER 14th 1852 AGED 43 YEARS GEORGE COWCRAFT ELLINGTON SON OF THE ABOVE DIED MARCH THE 25th 1821 AGED 9 MONTHS SARAH ELLINGTON DIED MARCH 17th 1825 AGED 12 YEARS WILLIAM EDWARD AYERST GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE DIED MARCH 31st 1848 AGED 6 YEARS GEORGE HENRY ELLINGTON GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE DIED APRIL 1st 1851 AGED 22 YEARS 317. Headstone Body Stone IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH DAUGHTER OF JOSEPH G AND HANNAH SPILSBURY AGED 11 YEARS (A NATIVE OF SIERRA LEONE WESTERN AFRICA) WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 28th JANUARY 1849 "So teach us to number our days, that We may apply our hearts unto Wisdom" x c Psalm 12v 318. Chest Tomb SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LOUISA WIFE OF LIEUT. LOFTUS F. JONES OF THE 96th REGIMENT AND YOUNGEST DAUGHTER OF RICHARD BEDDEK ESQ. LATE AGENT OF THE ROYAL NAVY HOSPITAL PLYMOUTH SHE DIED ON THE 23rd OF OCTOBER 1831 AGED 27 YEARS 319. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELLEN GEORGIANA CHARLOTTE JACKSON THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF CAPTAIN AND MRS JACKSON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 19th OF AUGUST 1847 AGED ONE YEAR AND ONE MONTH "Not Lost but Gone Before" SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FREDERICK JAMES JACKSON THE YOUNGEST SON OF MAJOR AND MRS JACKSON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 6th OF NOVEMBER IN THE YEAR 1858 AGED 6 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS "Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as This little child, the same is Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven" 320. Headstone SUGAR SIDE OF PRITTY & SUGAR - RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER PRITTY & SUGAR (OTHER SIDE) - RE-SITED GROUP WEST OF TOWER IN MEMORY OF ELIZTH. WIFE OF JNO. SUGAR WHO DIED NOV. 30th 1759 AGED 46 YEARS HERE LYETH THE BODY OF JNO. SUGAR WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE APRIL 24th 1766 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO SARAH HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 8th OF AUGUST 1779 AGED 74 YEARS HERE LYES THE BODY OF JOHN PRITTEY FRUITERER OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1744 IN THE 67th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO ELIZTH. WIDOW OF JOHN PRITTEY WHO DIED THE 28th OF FEB. 1756 AGED 75 YEARS LEFT ISSUE ONE DAUGHTER IN GRIEF AND MISERY AND ALSO OF JOHN PRITTEY, SHIPWRIGHT SON OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED WHO DIED THE 7th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1745 IN THE 27th YEAR OF HIS AGE "Psalms the 103rd the 15th & 16th verses The days of Man are but as Grass for he flourisheth, As the flower in the fields, For as soon as the wind, Goeth over it, it is gone and the place thereof shall, Know it no more" 321. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR ROBERT MILLIONS LATE MASTER R.N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 27th NOVEMBER 1830 AGED 71 YEARS ALSO TO HIS BELOVED DAUGHTER ELIZABETH DE COURCEY WHO DIED THE 2nd DECEMBER 1817 AGED 17 YEARS "They loved in Life and in Death, They were not divided" ALSO IN MEMORY OF MARY THE BELOVED WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED AT BRIGHTON 26th NOV 1853 AGED 84 YEARS 322. Headstone, fixed to wall and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARY DULVEY WIFE OF JOHN DULVEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 27th MAY 1824 AGED 31 YEARS ALSO HER THREE CHILDREN SONS OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY "Boast not thyself of tomorrow, For thou knowest not what a day, May bring forth" ALSO OF MRS MARY WINNETT WHO DIED 27th SEPTEMBER 1830 AGED 66 YEARS ALSO OF JAMES WINNETT WHO DIED 3rd OCTOBER 1837 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO JOHN DULVEY WHO DIED 21st MAY 1853 AGED 65 YEARS 323. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM BOWER MILLER ESQ. SURGEON OF THE 79th REGIMENT OF THE HIGHLANDERS WHO DIED THE 19th OF JUNE 1821 AGED 47 YEARS 324. Headstone, fixed to wall and Foot Stone THIS STONE IS ERECTED BY DESIRE OF MR JOHN FOSTER OF CALCUTTA, BENGALL, INDIA IN MEMORY OF MRS SUSANNAH FOSTER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JULY 19th 1815 AGED 89 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH STUARTSON DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOV. 30Th 1814 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH SUSANNAH FOSTER WHO DIED 21st APRIL 1841 AGED 50 YEARS ALSO MRS SUSANNAH FOSTER WIFE OF MR RICHARD FOSTER WHO DIED 9th NOVEMBER 1845 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO MR RICHARD FOSTER LATE FOREMAN OF LINE AND TWINE SPINNERS H. M. YARD, CHATHAM DIED AUG. 3rd 1847 AGED 88 YEARS "The End of that Man is Peace" 325. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANNE THE BELOVED WIFE OF HOSPITAL SERGEANT SAMUEL CURRY XI REGIMENT OF INFANTRY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 10th DAY OF MAY 1845 AGED 24 YEARS "She Meekly Resigned her Soul to God, Trusting in the Merits of Jesus Christ, In Hope of a Glorious Resurrection unto, Eternal Life" ERECTED BY HER AFFECTIONATE HUSBAND 326. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SUSANNAH ASHDOWN DIED 28th OF DECEMBER 1819 AGED 48 YEARS ALSO EDWARD ASHDOWN HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED 30th APRIL 1836 AGED 62 YEARS HE WAS 44 YEARS IN THE SURGERY OF H.M. DOCK YARD AT CHATHAM THIS STONE WAS ERECTED BY HIS DAUGHTER MARY ANN ASHDOWN 327. Ledger over Brick Vault "The Righteous Rest in Peace" SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CAPTAIN GEORGE JAMES BOWER H.M. 62nd REGIMENT OF FOOT FOSTER BROTHER TO HER LATE ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS CHARLOTTE OF WALES AND SAXE-COBURG BORN AUGUST 14th 1795 DIED JUNE 23rd 1840 THIS TRIBUTE TO A BELOVED HUSBAND AND FATHER IS ERECTED BY HIS WIDOW AND ORPHAN BOY 328. Headstone and Foot Stone IN AFFECTIONATE REMEMBRANCE OF JOHN THE BELOVED INFANT SON OF JOHN AND LOUISA BUSWELL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 15th OF APRIL 1859 AGED 15 MONTHS AND TWO WEEKS "Asleep in Jesus" 329. Headstone, attached to wall?, and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF HARRIET ELIZABETH INFANT DAUGHTER OF CAPT. THOMAS JAMES VALIANT 40th REGIMENT AND ELIZABETH JANE HIS WIFE WHO DIED ON THE 25th JULY 1842 AGED 5 MONTHS AND 7 DAYS 330. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR RICHARD ENGLISH WHO DIED OCTOBER 5th 1851 AGED 51 YEARS ALSO RICHARD HENRY SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 6th MARCH 1857 AGED 28 YEARS I.H.S. OF YOUR CHARITY PRAY FOR THE SOUL OF CHARLES ENGLISH SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 23rd DECEMBER 1857 AGED 26 YEARS "May he rest in Peace. Amen" ALSO ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JANUARY 28th 1840 AGED 2 YEARS 331. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF LIEUT. WILLIAM STURGES, R.N. WHO DIED 23rd MAY 1840 AGED 51 YEARS DEEPLY MOURNED BY A WIDOW AND EIGHT CHILDREN 332. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF EDITH MARIA LOUISA THE INFANT DAUGHTEROF THE REVD. CHARLES GREEN CHAPLAIN TO THE FORCES CHATHAM WHO DIED DECEMBER 20th 1854 AGED 11 MONTHS 333. Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HEW BRADFORD FANSHAW SON OF MAJOR HEW DALRYMPLE FANSHAW 12th REGT. WHO DIED 1st FEB. 1855 AGED 9 MONTHS AND 10 DAYS 334. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN EDE A NATIVE OF LEATHERHEAD, SURREY WHO DIED APRIL THE 8th 1845 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO CHARLOTTE EDE WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED NOV. 11th 1841 AGED 71 YEARS AND MARIA SOPHIA BRADLEY DAUGHTER OF JOHN & CHARLOTTE EDE DIED NOV. 17th 1842 AGED 29 YEARS 335. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF CHARLOTTE ANDERSON WIFE OF MR ROBERT NOWELL H.M. ORDNANCE LATE OF GIBRALTER WHO DIED 29th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1845 (No Age) 336. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOHN JEFFERY SON OF RICHD. AND ANN HODSHON (OF THE CITY OF CANTERBURY) WHO DIED THE 26th OF JAN. 1791 AGED 11 MONTHS ALSO JANE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 7th OF NOV. 1792 AGED 16 MONTHS MARY CAROLINE DIED JAN. 29th 1797 AGED 9 MONTHS JANE JEMIMA DIED FRB. 8Th 1797 AGED 3 YEARS SOPHIA DIED MAY 25th 1798 AGED 2 WEEKS ANN DIED SEPT. 10th 1799 AGED 16 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE RICHARD HODSHON DIED JUNE 23rd 1799 AGED 40 YEARS ALSO ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE RICHARD HODSHON WHO DIED THE 17th APRIL 1817 AGED 60 YEARS Rear IN MEMORY OF SUSANNA WIFE OF RICHD. HODSHON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 28th DECEMBER 1781 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE RICHARD HODSHON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF SEPTEMBER 1793 AGED 71 YEARS ALSO SUSANNAH DAUGHTER OF RICHARD & SUSANNAH HODSHON DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY 18th 1758 AGED 14 MONTHS ALSO SUSANNA THE SECOND DAUGHTER DIED MAY 15th 1763 AGED 2 YEARS AND 1 MONTH 337. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MAJOR CHARLES BENTLEY 16th REGT. OBT. 31st MAY 1831 AET. 52 ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE WILLIAM BENTLEY SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 2nd DAY OF FEBRUARY 1839 AGED 23 YEARS 338. Ledger, Railed SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HENRY JOHN SOMMERVILLE SON OF MAJOR H. E. SOMMERVILLE EAST INDIA COMPY. SERVICE WHO DIED AUGUST 10th 1833 AGED 6 YEARS AND 7 MONTHS ALSO OF ELEANOR WIFE OF MAJOR SOMMERVILLE WHO DIED NOVEMBER 10th 1840 AGED 48 YEARS 339. Headstone and Body Stone ERECTED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS OGLE ESQ. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 15th DAY OF JUNE 1822 AGED 59 YEARS HE WAS THE LATE SURGEON OF THE HONBLE. E. I. COMPANY'S DEPT. 340. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR RICHARD THOMPSON LATE SURGEON IN THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 4th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1814 AGED 45 YEARS 341. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM GERRARD LATE MASTER IN THE ROYAL NAVY A NATIVE OF FIFESHIRE IN SCOTLAND WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 14th DAY OF DECEMBER 1812 IN THE 50th YEAR OF HIS AGE 342. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS MARTHA UNDERDOWN THE WIFE OF MR STEPHEN UNDERDOWN WHO DIED THE 3rd MAY 1783 AGED 52 YEARS ALSO NEAR THIS STONE LIETH SIX OF THEIR CHILDREN VIZ. DIED AGED JOHN 2nd DEC. 1763 3 YEARS ANN 19th JAN. 1767 1YEAR THOMAS 10th SEPT. 1769 6 YEARS JAMES 15th FEB. 1772 6 YEARS STEPHEN 3rd JAN. 1782 25 YEARS WILLIAM 12th MAY 1791 40 YEARS "Stay, Passenger ! Behold who lieth here, A Sister worthy of a sigh and tear, A Tender Mother and Indulgent Wife, Whom cruel Death has now bereav'd of life, If ever Virtue, Piety and Love, Can merit Blessing that's above, Here lieth one that craves ? a greater share, All in her Blest Redeemer their, Oh! Then with Joy will she Ascend, Where Pleasure never knows an End" 344. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF STEPHEN UNDERDOWN SON OF STEPHEN & MARTHA UNDERDOWN WHO DIED 1st NOV. 1781 AGED 24 YEARS "I Labour'd long in Misery and Pain, The Joys of Heaven to Obtain, Until the Lord was pleased to set me Free, From all my Pains and Misery, I'm gone unto a better place where, Glory Shines and left my Parents, No Disgrace behind" 345. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF SARAH PIERCE SHARPE WHO DIED OCT. 14th 1801 AGED 2 YEARS AND 6 MONTHS "See from the earth this fading Lily Rises, It Springs and Blows, it Flourish's and Dies, As this Fair Flower scarce Blossom'd for a day, Short was her Bloom and early the Decay" 346. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN CARPENTER LATE BOATSWAIN OF HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP NEWARK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 26th OF JANUARY 1764 IN THE 37th YEAR OF HIS AGE 347. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MISS FRANCES HOPE (OF BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH FORMERLY OF TENTERDEN) WHO DIED ON THE 27th OF JANUARY 1843 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO OF FRANCIS HOPE ESQ. BROTHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 27th OF OCTOBER 1858 AGED 75 YEARS 348. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF PHILIP DELISLE LATE MAJOR IN THE 4th OR KING'S OWN REGT WHO DIED 14th DECEMBER 1838 AGED 56 YEARS 349. Elm Wood IN MEMORY OF MARY FISHLEIGH DIED NOV. 19th 1813 AGED 81 YEARS "Long have I Labour'd to Obtain, The Rest I now Enjoy. For in my Life no Ease had I, Pain did my Health Destroy, But now the Lord hath set me Free, From all my Grief and Care Oppress'd, Within the Realms of Righteousness, In Faith my Soul hath Rest, Then may my Dear Husband Weep no more, Nor Offspring shed a Tear, For I am Gone but just Before, Unto my Saviour Dear". 350. Headstone and Foot Stone FRANCES ANSELL WHO DIED 8th SEPTEMBER 1833 AGED 71 YEARS ALSO OSWALD ANSELL HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 3rd FEBRUARY 1839 AGED 78 YEARS LEFT ISSUE 5 SONS AND 4 DAUGHTERS ALSO WILLIAM ANSELL ELDEST SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 24th NOVEMBER 1856 AGED 71 YEARS 351. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR JAMES LARGE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 14th JULY 1804 AGED 69 YEARS JAMES SMITH SUMMERSETT SON OF JOSEPH AND SUSANNAH ELIZABETH SUMMERSETT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 25th NOVEMBER 1795 AGED 5 YEARS AND FIVE MONTHS 352. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOANNA WIFE OF JOHN SUMMERSETT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANUARY 25th 1786 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO JOHN SUMMERSETT HUSBAND TO THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 17th JANUARY 1795 AGED 60 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th February 1786 John Summersett of Brompton, Gentleman (Farmer) To son, Joseph, a quart silver tankard marked J.J.S., pint silver can marked J.S., 6 silver tea spoons, pair of silver sugar tongs and a silver coral. Executors to gather in all his household goods, furniture, corn, hay, fodder, hop poles, cattle, sheep, hogs, wagons, carts, ploughs, harrows and other live and dead stock; all personal estate and to sell for best price. Proceeds to son Joseph and daughter Elizabeth wife of James Dodd, equally shared, and then to their children. All real estate to son and daughter, as above. If they have no lawful issue, the property to his sister in law, Bet Bradley, wife of [ ] Bradley, a Dredger, and daughter of John Summersett, late of Prittlewell, Essex, a Riding Officer, for ever. Son and daughter are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Munn, Mary Sommerton and John Sommerton Proved 5th March 1795 353. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR SAMUEL SMITH LATE A MIDSHIPMAN ON BOARD HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP ASIA WHO HAD JUST SERVED HIS TIME AND PROMISED TO BE AN ORNAMENT TO THE BRITISH NAVY HE DIED THE 14th DAY OF JANUARY 1801 AFTER A SHORT ILLNESS IN THE TWENTY FIRST YEAR OF HIS AGE LEAVING TO YOUTH AN AFFECTING LESSON ON THE FRAILTY OF THEIR BOASTED STRENGTH AND THE VANITY OF THEIR FAIREST HOPES ALSO OF ANN WEBB DIED THE 10th DAY OF FEBRUARY 1792 AGED 2 YEARS 354. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS ROONEY LATE COL. SERGT. OF THE 36th REGT. OF FOOT WHO DIED 8th APRIL 1856 AGED 48 YEARS ERECTED AS A TRIBUTE OF RESPECT BY HIS AFFECTIONATE WIDOW WHO WILL EVER HOLD IN REMEMBRANCE THE MANY VIRTUES OF THE DECEASED AND WHOSE PRAYER IS THAT WE MAY AGAIN BE UNTIED IN HEAVEN ALSO IN AFFECTIONATE REMEMBRANCE OF HER MUCH BELOVED HUSBAND GARRISON SERGT. MAJOR JAMES MURPHY OF HONG KONG WHO DIED 23rd MARCH 1859 AGED 38 YEARS 355. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF THOMAS WHITE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JUNE 10th 1825 AGED 44 YEARS EMMA WRAY NIECE OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST 26th 1825 AGED 2 YEARS AND 3 MONTHS 356. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM JONES WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 5th OF JANUARY 1846 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO MARGARET WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th OF MAY 1836 AGED 61 YEARS AND WAS INTERRED AT ST. ANN'S , SHANDON, CORK, IRELAND THIS STONE IS ERECTED AS A TRIBUTE OF AFFECTIONATE BY THEIR DAUGHTER 357. Ledger on Brick Vault TO THE MEMORY OF MR STEPHEN INWOOD LATE BARRACK MASTER AT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 28th DAY OF OCTOBER 1778 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH HIS WIFE DIED ON THE 18th DAY OF FEBRUARY 1773 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO EIGHT OF THEIR CHILDREN HERE ALSO LIE THE REMAINS OF MRS SARAH SUGDEN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE STEPHEN & ELIZABETH AND WIFE OF MR WILLIAM SUGDEN SENR. OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED ON THE 4th DAY OF MARCH 1812 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO THE REMAINS OF SIX OF THEIR CHILDREN HERE LIETH THE REMAINS OF MR WILLIAM SUGDEN (HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE MRS SARAH SUGDEN) WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 17th DAY OF APRIL 1816 AGED 70 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 10th June 1776 and 12th April 1801 Stephen Inwood, of Chatham, Gentleman His marriage settlement should be respected. To wife Mary, money due from the Friendly Society of Artificers at H.M. Dockyard, Sheerness, of which he is a member. To daughter Sarah, wife of William Sugden, £400 in the 4% Bank Annuities; also to Sarah, £100 and interest, owing to him, upon mortgage, from a house in Strood. To grandson William Sugden, the new red brick house in Mansion Row. To daughter, Susana, wife of Thomas Tempest, £500 of the above stock; also to her, £100 in the 3% Annuities, now in the names of friends, Francis Harrison and Robert Horsnail, as trustees. To daughter, Mary wife of Samuel Stroughill, £200 in the 4% Annuities. To good friends, Robert Horsnail of Strood, Shipwright and William Horsnail of Strood, Sail Maker, £800 in the 4% Annuities and the further sum of £400 in the 3% Annuities, now in names of Francis Harrison and Robert Horsnail, upon trust. Trustees to permit daughter, Mary to have the interest, for life. After her death, in trust for the maintenance and education of her children, until they are 21, when they will share the capital, equally. If she has no surviving children, then the capital to be shared equally among the children of Sarah Sugden and Susanna Tempest. To Robert and William Horsnail, £5 each. Payment of interest of the two sums of £100 and £400 annuities in names of Harrison and Horsnail, will only start when his widow is dead. Other bequest take immediate effect. After debts and funeral costs, etc., are paid residue shared by daughters. Robert and William Horsnail are executors. Witnesses: William Witheridge, Robert Bristow and George Taylor, Attorney of Chatham Proved 10th November 1778 William Sugden the Elder To wife Sarah, all his real and personal estate, for life or as long as she remains unmarried. If she remarries, all his estate to be sold and proceeds invested in the Public Funds. Interest to be shared by his widow and children, except son William, who has already had more than the others. To son William, the gold buttons in his shirt sleeves, clothes and watch. His brother Thomas, of Garden Street, Brompton, John Lock the Elder, of Chatham Barracks and wife are executors. Witnesses: Gideon Davis and Frank Hope Codicil dated 5th November 1808 Brother Thomas is now dead and Mr Lock is very busy, so he now appoints daughter Mary Stanton joint executor with his wife. Witnesses: As for will Codicil dated 4th March 1812 His wife died today and his daughter Mary is a widow, daughter Rebecca is unmarried. None of his property shall be shared (excepting son William), until these daughters are provided for by marriage or "any other way providence may bless them". Witnesses: Francis Hope, Gentleman and John Vinall, Junior, Gentleman, Gillingham Affidavit dated 15th June 1816 Francis Hope and John Vinall are sworn. They witnessed last codicil in each other's presence and that of Sugden. In the margin Sugden wrote that his grand daughter, Mary Susannah to be taken care of in case of her mother's death, until she is provided for. They confirm this was added in their presence by Sugden. Proved 21st June 1816 358. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF CAPTAIN MORTIMER TIMPSON (LATE OF THE CHATHAM DIVISION OF THE ROYAL MARINES) WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 12th JUNE 1822 AGED 40 YEARS AFTER A LONG AND PAINFUL ILLNESS OF NEARLY THREE YEARS TO HER PIOUS MEMORY ONE OF THE BEST OF WIVES PRUDENT AND VIRTUOS HE WITH DEEPEST SORROW FOR HIS GREAT LOSS HAD THIS STONE ERECTED 359. Headstone, Body Stone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS HOWELL MANY YEARS FOREMAN OF ROPEMAKERS IN HIS MAJESTY'S YARD, CHATHAM HE DIED THE 24th OF NOVEMBER 1799 AGED 80 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 11th April 1791 Thomas Howell the Elder of Gillingham, Rope Maker His clothes to son Thomas. Household furniture and goods to wife Susannah, for ever. All wages due from apprentices, to his wife, she is to honour covenants; she also has £20. To son Thomas, £20; to daughters, Sarah Crips and Ann Clout, £10 each. Residue, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to his wife and son Thomas, as trustees, they to convert into cash and invest in Public Funds. Wife to have interest. After her death, upon trust. Interest to daughter Sarah wife of Nathaniel Crips, for life. After her death, upon trust for benefit of grand daughter, Sarah Howell daughter of Thomas and Margaret, until she is 21. After his wife's death, if there is a surplus above £200, then the £200 to be paid to daughter, Ann, wife of Joseph Clout, for ever. Residue of capital stock to son Thomas, for ever. Wife and son Thomas are executors. Witnesses: William Leith and John Sommerton Proved 24th April 1800 Note in margin, dated 20th March 1804 Will has not been administered. Granted to grand daughter, Sarah Howell. Susannah and Thomas Howell, as well as Sarah Crips have since died. 360. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARGARET WIFE OF THOMAS BISHOP WHO DIED ON THE 16th DAY OF OCTOBER 1798 AGED 36 YEARS ALSO JANE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 10th DAY OF SEPT. 1794 AGED 8 MONTHS ALSO MARY SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE THOMAS BISHOP WHO DIED ON THE 8th DAY OF AUGUST 1811 AGED 38 YEARS AGED 38 YEARS ALSO SARAH ANN DAUGHTER OF THOS. AND ANN BISHOP DIED 26th NOV. 1816 AGED 13 MONTHS 361. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOSEPH HERRINGTON WHO DIED 7th AUGUST 1824 AGED 32 YEARS MRS MARY HERRINGTON WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED 31st DECEMBER 1825 AGED 33 YEARS 362. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF MR WILLIAM JORDAN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 28th APRIL 1809 AGED 19 YEARS "My Flesh shall Slumber in the ground, Till the Last Trumpet's joyful sound, Then Burst the Tomb in Sweet Surprise, And in my Saviour's Image Rise" ALSO THE ABOVE WILLIAM JORDAN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 28th MAY 1810 AGED 24 YEARS MR THOMAS JORDAN SENR. DEPARTED THIS LIFE14th DEC. 1808 AGED 55 YEARS MR JOSEPH HERRINGTON FATHER TO THE ABOVE ANN JORDAN DEPARTED THIS LIFE 16th JANY. 1810 AGED 57 YEARS MRS SARAH HERRINGTON DIED 8th MAY 1841 AGED 83 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Wills, dated 30th November 1807 and 29th January 1810 Thomas Jordan of Chatham, Victualler He has been blessed with a large family, which he has provided for, except for youngest child, Michael. Son William, Shipwright, is executor and guardian of Michael. To William all monies, household goods and furniture and business utensils. William to promise to bring up Michael until he can provide for himself. After funeral costs, etc., William to have residue. He only has enough lefy to provide for Michael, so can not leave anything to his other children. Witnesses: William Jordan, William Court and Thomas Chittenden Codicil dated 18th November 1808 Bequest to William is absolute, he is to support Michael until he is 21. Witnesses: Joseph Mellin and J. Bromley Proved 20th December 1808 Value of effects under £100 William Jordan of Brompton, Victualler (Swan Public House) After funeral expenses, etc., to brother Michael, all household furniture and goods, clothes and money. Appoints Joseph Clout of Chatham, Victualler and William Proctor of Chatham, Brazier, Guardians of his will. Household furniture to be sold for benefit of brother Michael. Witnesses: William Farrell and John Mc Intosh. 7th November 1812 Administration granted to John Jordan of Woolwich, Painter, Guardian of Michael, Clout and Proctor having renounced. Detailed inventory of household furniture and goods, totalling £200 7s 9d (It seems that William gave up a career as a shipwright to run the inn.) 363. Headstone and Foot Stone HERE LIETH THE REMAINS OF JOHN CHEWTER DYER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 18th OF MAY 1835 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO MARY DYER WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 22nd OF SEPTEMBER 1844 IN THE 91st YEAR OF HER AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 20th February 1822 John Chewter Dyer of Gillingham To wife Mary, who is executor, all of his estate. Witnesses: Robert Newnham , Elizabeth Newnham and Ann Blackman Proved 28th August 1835 364. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR HENRY DUNK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEB. 28th 1825 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH DUNK WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 8th OF JULY 1831 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO HENRY DUNK GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED DEC. 14th 1838 AGED 2 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH ANN GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 24th OCTOBER 1856 AGED 23 YEARS "Blessed are the Dead which Die in the Lord" Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 8th December 1824 Henry Dunk of Brompton, Timber Merchant All his estate shared equally between wife Elizabeth, son Henry and nephew Henry Caddy. Wife to give up Dower Rights. The above are executors. Witnesses: Michael Balchin of Chatham. Bricklayer, Edward Twopenny, Solicitor, Rochester and J. H. Bullard, Clerk to Mr Twopenny. Proved 23rd February 1825 Value of effects under £800 Power reserved to Henry Caddy. Son Henry is a Timber Merchant 365. Headstone and Foots Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM PETER WHO DIED MARCH 8th 1837 AGED 57 YEARS ALSO MARY ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED AUGUST 14th 1841 AGED 23 YEARS 366. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF MR THOMAS POTTER WHO DIED JULY 26th 1847 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR THOMAS POTTER WHO DIED MAY 4th 1854 AGED 74 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 3rd May 1854 Thomas Potter of Gillingham, Town Carter To son James of Gravesend, Carpenter, 1/3 of his personal effects, 1/3 to daughter Mary Ann wife of George Lewis, Baker of Chatham and 1/3 to son John of Gillingham, Joiner. After expenses, to grandson, Thomas Potter, £20 at 24 years. To servant, Thomas Nurland, £5. Son John is executor. Witnesses; Robert Sowter and Thomas Woolley Proved 20th May 1854 Affidavit dated 25th May 1854 Sowter and Woolley sworn as usual, that all three were present when will was signed and witnessed. 367. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY ANN DAUGHTER OF THOMAS & ANN POTTER WHO DIED MAY THE 18th IN THE YEAR 1832 AGED 5 MONTHS AND 19 DAYS ALSO OF THE ABOVE THOMAS POTTER WHO DIED AUGUST THE 5th IN THE YEAR 1835 AGED 28 YEARS "O Thou! Or Friend or Stranger who shall tread, Those Solemn Mansions of the Silent Dead, O Pause! Repent, Repent, Resolve, Amend, Life has no Length, Eternity no End" LEFT ISSUE ONE SON NAMED THOMAS 368. Headstone IN MEMORY OF JOSEPH BROWNING WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd JULY 1781 AGED 23 YEARS "Repent with Speed, make no Delay, I in my Prime was Snatch'd away" 369. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS CLARK OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 19th OCTOBER 1801 AGED 63 YEARS ALSO MRS MARY CLARK WIFE OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd OCTOBER 1787 AGED 47 YEARS "He took his leave when he went out, Of all that were at home, But Sudden Death died snatch him off, Before he could return" Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 11th October 1800 Thomas Clark of Gillingham, Shipwright. To daughter Jane, wife of John Murton, his bureau and clock. Four freehold houses in Princes Street, Gillingham, to sons Thomas, James and George and daughters Mary wife of Thomas Elvy and Jane Murton, equally shared, for ever. They to appoint a capable person to value properties. Sons to have choice of house, in order of seniority but without knowing value. Varying values to be evened out by instalments not exceeding annual rent. Residue of estate to his children, equally shared. Any dispute to be referred to Daniel Skillett and Had Stone. Sons in laws, John Murton and Thomas Elvy are executors. Witnesses: Daniel Skillett, William West and Had Stone Proved 3rd March 1802 Value of effects less than £100 370. Ledger on Brick Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY ANN WIFE OF CAPTAIN K. MURCHISON 29th REGIMENT WHO DIED ON THE 11th OF AUGUST 1852 AGED 39 YEARS "Her End was Peace" 371. Headstone FREDK. GATTON BEAUMONT DIED 6th JULY 1837 LEAVING ISSUE 3 DAUGHTERS MAY ANN, LOUISA & FRANCES SARAH HIS WIFE DIED 2nd APRIL 1801 ALSO 4 INFANT CHILDREN THE LAST SURVIVING FREDK. (PURSER IN H. M. NAVY) DIED IN JAMAICA 1811 372. Headstone, Foot Stone and 2 Body Stones M H MR JOHN PAGE OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED MAY THE 2nd 1797 AGED 68 YEARS "Jus Animo et Incoctum Generosa, Pectus Honestio" SARAH FIRST WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED APRIL THE 5th 1762 AGED 25 YEARS ANN HIS SECOND WIFE DIED AUGUST THE 23rd 1773 AGED 34 YEARS THREE OF THEIR ISSUE DIED IN THEIR INFANCY VIZ JOHN, THOMAS AND MARTHA ALSO ANN PAGE THIRD WIFE OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE 18th JULY 1799 AGED 68 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 1st April 1795 John Page of Gillingham, Gentleman (Rope Maker) Wife Ann, son in law George Nash of Brompton, Gentleman and nephew Joseph Clout of Chatham, Victualler are executors. To son in law, James Fullagar of Gillingham, Farmer £50; to John Simmons of Rochester, Gentleman, £50, after death of remarriage of wife. If Fullagar or Simmons die in wife's lifetime, their legacies to go into residue of personal estate. To esteemed friends, Thomas Howell and Susan his wife, a ring each as a small token of regard. To executors, £1,300, upon trust. This will be in hands of his widow as long as she remains his widow, until grandson, James Fullagar, son of late daughter Ann, is 21, when he will receive the money. Trustees can spend up to £300 of the sum to place James apprentice as they think fit. Interest from the £1,300 to be reinvested. If grandson dies before he is 21, then the £1,300to daughter Mary wife of George Nash. To wife all monies and household contents and stock in trade as long as she remains his widow. If she marries he gives her £1,000. An inventory to be made of his personal estate and effects. To wife all real estate in Gillingham and Higham, as long as she remains his widow. After her death or remarriage, the real estate to George Nash and Joseph Clout, upon trust, for benefit of Mary Nash for life. After her death for the benefit of her children. In default of children then to George Nash and Joseph Clout to sell. Proceeds to George Nash, brother Thomas, sister Margaret wife of Nathaniel Goddard, nephew Joseph Clout, nephew Paul Heath, niece Mary Jordan, wife's niece Mary Cole, Captain Richard Clements and wife's niece Ann Clements, equally shared. Interest only from share of Paul Heath and Mary Cole to be paid to them. After their deaths their executors will receive the capital sums. Residue of personal estate and effects to George Nash and Joseph Clout, they to allow his wife to receive interest, as long as she remains his widow. To sister Margaret Goddard an annuity of 7s per week, after her death her husband to have an annuity of 3s 6d per week. He has a business as a Rope Maker and a contract with the Commissioner of Chatham Dockyard. This is to be continued for the benefit of his wife and Joseph Clout. Witnesses: Mary Norton, Joseph Willmott and John Sommerton. Proved 5th July 1797. 373. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH GRAHAM WHO DIED THE 21st FEBRUARY 1804 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO TWO CHILDREN OF THE ABOVE FRANCIS AND ELIZABETH GRAHAM VIZ WILLIAM GEORGE GRAHAM DIED THE 28th FEB 1801 AGED 2 YEARS MARGARET PAGE GRAHAM DIED THE 20th APRIL 1806 AGED 3 YEARS 374. Ledger on Stone Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES RITCHIE SON OF ISAAC AND SARAH ELEANOR FRIDAY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 2nd 1839 AGED 7 YEARS "Thou art Gone to the Grave but we'll not Deplore thee, Whose God was thy Ransom, thy Guardian and Guide, He Gave thee, He Took thee and will Restore thee, And Death has no Sting, for the Saviour hath died" 375. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF JAMES FENNING WHO DIED 18th AUGUST 1854 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO RACHEL DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 1st MARCH 1854 AGED 3 YEARS AND 3 MONTHS "The Lord gave and the Lord hath Taken away Blessed be the name of The Lord" 376. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF ANN LATE WIFE OF JOSEPH BULFILL SHIPWRIGHT AND DAUGHTER OF JOHN FULLAGAR OF LEEDS IN THIS COUNTY, YEOMAN WHO DIED THE 9th OF FEB 1759 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO FOUR OF THEIR CHILDREN JAMES DIED THE 8th OF MARCH 1756 AGED 4 YEARS FRANCES DIED THE 24th OF JUNE 1759 ? AGED 2 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS ALSO TWO DIED INFANTS 377. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF MR GILBERT WM. KENNETT WHO DIED 27th AUGUST 1840 AGED 46 YEARS ALSO JOHN SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 16th DECEMBER 1840 AGED 10 YEARS ALSO MARY ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 10th JUNE 1842 AGED 18 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN HIS INFANCY AND LIES INTERRED AT FAVERSHAM ALSO CAROLINE HILLAS ELDEST DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 24th DAY OF JUNE 1846 AGED 24 YEARS AND IS INTERRED IN THE CHURCHYARD OF ST. LEONARDS, HYTHE LEAVING TWO ORPHAN DAUGHTERS SURVIVING ALSO GILBERT WM KENNETT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 15th DAY OF JUNE 1854 AGED 64 YEARS "Though dead he Lives in the Hearts of his Surviving Children" 378. Small Headstone and Foot Stone J K 1840 379. As Above M A K 1842 380. Headstone and 2 Foot Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES CHILD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 9th 1804 AGED 52 YEARS "Afflictions Sore Long Time I Bore, Physicians were in Vain. Till Death did me Seize and God did Please, To Free me from my Pain" ALSO THE BODY OF THOMAS HARTLEY WHO DIED MAY 31st 1817 AGED 50 YEARS "A Friend and Neighbour True was he, An Husband Kind and Dear, Dishonesty was never Known, By Him who Sleepeth here" Rear IN MEMORY OF SARAH WIFE OF MR TIMOTHY WALKER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 11th DAY OF MARCH 1823 AGED 72 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 12th April 1813 Thomas Hartley of Gillingham All estate to his wife, Sarah, she is executor Witnesses: Thomas Dear, John Burton ?, Line Purcell and Thomas Lovell Proved 19th May 1818 381. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM REED WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 11th JUNE 1803 AGED 74 YEARS MRS REBEKAH REED WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 9th DAY OF FEBRUARY 1815 AGED 82 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM REED SON OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE 25th APRIL 1771 AGED 12 YEARS 382. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FRANCES COOPER WIFE OF MICHAEL CLIFFORD COOPER WHO DIED 21st AUGUST 1849 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH HUNT DAUGHTER IN LAW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 28th JUNE 1842 AGED 28 YEARS "Blessed are the Dead which Die in the Lord" 383. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF EMILY GUTHRIE WIFE OF CAPTAIN H. W. P. WELMAN 86th REGIMENT WHO DIED ON THE 9th DAY OF FEBRUARY 1851 384. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE BELOVED MEMORY OF MR JOSEPH HEWITT OF BROMPTON WHO DIED 28th NOVEMBER 1843 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO 3 CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY 385. Headstone IN PIOUS MEMORY OF ELIZABETH THE WIFE OF EDWARD MARSHALL AND DAUGHTER OF JOHN HOULDEN? OF LIMEHOUSE IN THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX LINEN DRAPER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 6th DAY OF MAY 1756 AGED 53 YEARS TO ONE OF THE BEST OF WIVES, MOST PRUDENT AND VIRTUOUS, HE WITH THE DEEPEST SORROW FOR SO GREAT A LOSS, THIS MONUMENT ERECTED ALSO THE BODY OF MR EDWARD MARSHALL DIED 26th DECEMBER 1762 AGED 68 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 3rd July 1761 Edward Marshall of Brompton, Shipwright Wife Ann is executor. Desires to be buried in Gillingham churchyard in same grave, under the same stone where his late wife, Elizabeth is buried. To wife Ann, his freehold house in Brompton Street, occupied by Thomas Mellin, Shipwright, for life. After her death, to his brother, John, for life. After his death, (but chargeable with an annuity of 20/- to the Churchwardens and Overseers of Gillingham, upon trust. The house then goes to Hind, son of brother John, for ever. The above annuity is for the benefit of 6 poor people of the parish, to be distributed as the church thinks fit. When cousin Hind takes possession of the house, he is to pay Susanna and Mary Ovenden of Stone near Faversham, £10 each. In default of this payment, the bequest to Hind is void and goes to Susanna and Mary. To brother John, £150 and clothes; however if John dies before the legacy is paid, then his son Hind will have £100 and Henry, Susanna and Mary Ovenden shall have £15 each, and to cousin Jane Stringer, wife of William, £5, this all out of the £150. To Mary West, wife of James and to Ann and Elizabeth Marshall, 2 guineas each. Another 3 guineas to Jane Stringer; to William Renwick of Ratcliff Highway, Gentleman, 3 guineas; To Mary Smith and Elizabeth Splidt, wife of Philip the Younger, Rope Maker, of Prince's Square, 1 guinea each; to Curtis Anderson, son of Thomas, his wife's Godson, 1 guinea; to Hind Marshall, £50 at 20 or out of his apprenticeship to Stephen Bingle. The greater part of his effects are in the hands of brother John, he trusts that he will assist his wife, he gets another 1 guinea. Witnesses: Thomas Mellin, Oliver Waller and Joseph Mellin Proved 11th January 1763 386. Headstone IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF JOHN HALL OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 29th DEC. 1752 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO JOHN HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE ELIZ. HALL DIED 21st DAY OF NOVEMBER 1766 AGED 80 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 8th July 1757 John Hall of Gillingham, Shipwright His effects should be of the value of £100. To sisters, Sarah Oriford and Mary Vann, £5 each for a suit of mourning. However, if his effects are worth less than £100, the above legacies are void, then all of his estate to sons, John and Thomas, shared equally, they are executors. Witnesses: Moses Henniker and Thomas Feltham Proved 13th December 1766 387. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN BENSTED MANY YEARS CLERK OF THIS PARISH DIED 1st OCTOBER 1792 AGED 76 YEARS MRS SUSANNA BENSTED HIS WIFE DIED 16th MARCH 1792 AGED 70 YEARS LIKEWISE TWO DAUGHTERS OF DANIEL AND HONOR BENSTED MARY ANN DIED 27th JULY 1792 AGED 4 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS ANN DIED 22nd OCT. 1795 AGED 4 MONTHS ALSO SARAH THEIR DAUGHTER DIED 15th DECEMBER 1810 AGED 20 YEARS Rear MRS HANNAH BENSTED DIED 23rd MARCH 1822 AGED 65 YEARS MR DANIEL BENSTED HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED 31st MAY 1839 IN THE 80th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 7th April 1839 Daniel Bensted, Parish Clerk of Gillingham Four freeholds in Christmas Street, Gillingham, to daughter, Elizabeth for life. After her death, to grand daughter, Mary Ann Sturla, Spinster, (now living with him), for ever. All other freeholds and leaseholds, household goods and personal estate to daughter Elizabeth, for ever, she is executor. Witnesses: John Muddle and Thomas Cownes? Proved 8th August 1839 388. Small Headstone J. BENSTED 1750 AGED 31 MARY THE DAUGHTER OF SAML. & ELIZTH. BENSTED DIED MAY THE 4th 1794 AGED 19 MONTHS 389. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM NURSEY WHO DIED THE 3rd NOVEMBER 1815 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZ. NURSEY WIFE OF THE ABOVE AND DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND SUSANNA BENSTED DIED 3rd DEC. 1819 AGED 73 YEARS 390. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM QUARME ESQ. LIEUTENANT IN THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 18th JUNE 1802 IN THE 73rd YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO MRS JUDITH EDWARDS DAUGHTER OF THE HON. COL. LESSLY OF ANTIGUA AND RELICT OF MAJOR THOMAS EDWARDS OF THE 6th REGIMENT OF FOOT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 26th MAY 1823 AGED 85 YEARS ALSO SARAH JANE QUARME DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 28th DAY OF MAY 1829 AGED 39 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS SARAH ELIZABETH QUARME RELICT OF THE LATE LIEUT. QUARME OF THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DIED 23rd AUGUST 1830 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO SARAH ISABELLE QUARME EDWARDS DAUGHTER OF JNO. GUNTER & JANE DUNBAR HOSIER & NIECE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 1st AUGUST 1830 AGED 38 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th June 1802 William Quarmes, Lieutenant, Royal Navy To friend Sarah Henwill, alias Sarah Quarme, all of his estate, she is executor. Witnesses: William Reynolds, John Gunter Hosier and Judith Edwards Proved 9th September 1802 391. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANNE JANE DAUGHTER OF JOHN GUNTER AND JANE DUNBAR HOSIER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 24th OF APRIL 1801 AGED 1 YEARS & 14 DAYS "Beneath a Sleeping Infant lies, To Earth her Ashes, but, Hereafter shall more Glorious Rise, And none more Innocent, When the Archangel's Trump shall Blow, And Souls with Bodies Join, Millions shall wish their Life below, Had been as Short as theirs" Rear MRS JANE DUNBAR HOSIER WIFE OF MR J. G. HOSIER PURSER R. N. DUED THE 22nd MAY 1807 AGED 34 YEARS ELIZ. MARY WILLM. QUARME EDWARDS DIED THE 29th JANUARY 1813 AGED 19 YEARS 392. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ROBERT RANDALL LATE OF WHITTLESEA IN THE ISLE OF ELY WHO DIED THE 12th OF JULY 1805 AGED 22 YEARS 393. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR GEORGE MOXON (SON OF GEORGE & MARIA MOXON) LATE PURSER OF HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP SYBILLE WHO DIED ON THE COAST OF AFRICA ON THE 29th OF JANUARY 1830 AGED 30 YEARS ALSO OF ELIZABETH EMILY, CHARLOTTE ANN, JOHN NORRIS, WILLIAM HENRY AND GEORGIANA WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO MR GEORGE MOXON FATHER OF THE ABOVE LATE MASTER ROPEMAKER OF HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD CHATHAM WHO DIED AT PORTSEA THE 28th JULY 1834 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO MR EDWARD HENRY MOXON SURGEON OF CHATHAM ONLY SURVIVING SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JULY 30th 1838 AGED 27 YEARS Rear ALSO MRS MARIA MOXON RELICT OF MR GEORGE MOXON OF CHATHAM DOCK YARD WHO DIED AT ROCHESTER DECEMBER 1st 1851 AGED 80 YEARS 394. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH HARNESS WIFE OF CAPTAIN RICHARD HARNESS R. N. WHO DIED 15th AUGUST 1843 AGED 42 395. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM GRACE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCT. 17th 1809 AGED 31 YEARS 396. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR SAMUEL BENSTED LATE QUARTERMAN OF H.M. DOCK YARD CHATHAM WHO DIED 13th MARCH 1837 AGED 75 ALSO OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 30th OCTOBER 1838 AGED 78 YEARS "Set thine house in order for thou, shall died and not live" 20th Chap 2nd Kings 1st Verse ALSO FOUR DAUGHTERS WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY Rear IN MEMORY OF LIEUT. GEORGE RICKETTS R.N. WHO WAS DROWNED OFF KILLALA 19th MAY 1827 AGED 39 ALSO CHARLES FREDERICK SON OF THE ABOVE BY HIS WIFE SARAH ELEANOR RICKETTS DAUGHTER OF MR SAMUEL BENSTED WHO DIED 14th MARCH 1830 AGED 5 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 22nd September 1835 Samuel Bensted of Exmouth Terrace, Late Quarterman of Shipwrights, Chatham Dockyard To wife Elizabeth, all real estate and household goods and wages due and money in the Life Assurance Office, Norwich, for life. After her death, the household contents to his two daughters, Sarah Ricketts and Elizabeth Gamon, shared equally, the furniture to be shared with son Samuel, Thomas Mearnes. Wife and daughter Sarah are executors. Witnesses: William Whittle, Thomas Bullbrook and John ( ? ) Proved 10th April 1837 Power reserved to Widow 397. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS MEARNES OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 10th DAY OF JUNE 1804 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH MEARNES WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 5th DAY OF FEB. 1811 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO MR GEORGE MEARNES LIEUT. IN THE ROYAL NAVY AND SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED AT JAMAICA ON BOARD H.M.S VALIANT OF THE YELLOW FEVER ON THE 7th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1798 AGED 25 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 21st July 1796 Thomas Mearnes, Carpenter of H.M.S. Temeraire To wife Elizabeth, monies, plate, gold medals, clothes, household goods and furniture, books and wages due. Money due from the Society of Warrant Officers. Real estate to wife. After her death, what remains of estate to daughters, Elizabeth Ann and Mary, shared equally. Wife and daughters are executors. Witnesses: Rachel Fullager and Mary Hearne Proved 25th July 1804 398. Chest Tomb SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CAPT. GEORGE HOLLINWORTH R.M. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 24th AUGUST 1846 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO OF MARY WIFE OF JOHN MOORE ESQ. OF H.M. DOCKYARD CHATHAM WHO DIED 3rd AUGUST 1847 AGED 61 "How Sweet a thing is Death to all that know, That all on earth is Vanity and Woe, Who taught by Sickness long have ceased to Dread, The Stroke that bears them to their Peaceful Bed, Few are our Days yet while these days Remain, But Joys must yield to Grief our ease to Pain, Then tell me Weary Pilgrim which id best, The Toilsome Journey or the Traveller's Rest" ALSO JOHN MOORE ESQ. WHO DIED 18th JULY 1863 ?* AGED 85 * Connolly transcribed the monuments in 1862 399. Headstone and Foot Stone WILLIAM FRYER, DREDGERMAN OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 13th JULY 1795 AGED 29 YEARS "Afflictions Sore Long Time I Bore, Physicians were in Vain, Till God did Please Death should me Seize, And Ease me of my Pain" 400. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN HURSY WHO DIED 2nd FEBRUARY 1835 AGED 56 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM SON OF WILLIAM AND JANE HILDER WHO DIED 8th APRIL 1841 AGED 8 YEARS ALSO JANE WIFE OF WILLIAM HILDER WHO DIED 8th JANUARY 1843 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO MARY SECOND WIFE OF WILLIAM HILDER WHO DIED 7th APRIL 1847 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO DANIEL SON OF WILLIAM AND JANE HILDER WHO DIED 4th OCTOBER 1856 AGED 33 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE WILLIAM HILDER WHO DIED 10th JANUARY 1857 AGED 55 YEARS Back to St Mary Magdalene, Gillingham Church Introduction For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. Any errors noticed by other researchers will be gratefully received so that we can amend our pages to give as accurate a record as possible. Please send details to research@kentarchaeology.org.uk | M.I.s nos. 401 to 500 of St Magdalene Church, Gillingham transcribed by D.L. Williams from a listings by Captain Connolly R.E. in 1862 Gillingham Church M.I.s with Index of names from gravestones Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham recorded in 1862 by Captain Connolly, Royal Engineers. Concise Wills and other notes added by D.E. Williams 2015. M.I.s numbers 401 to 500 401. Headstone and Plain Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CAROLINE THE BELOVED WIFE OF MR M. HERRIOT LIEUT. AND ADJ. ROYAL MARINES WHO DIED ON THE 9th DAY OF AUGUST 1842 AGED 33 YEARS AND TO ANN PICTON HERRIOT SISTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 21st DAY OF AUGUST 1842 AGED 22 YEARS ALSO TO ANDREW HERRIOT CAPTAIN IN THE ROYAL MARINES AND FATHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 16th DAY OF DECEMBER 1840 AGED 63 YEARS AND TO BREVET MAJOR WILLIAM M. HERRIOT ROYAL MARINES WHO DIED AND WAS BURIED AT SEA DEC. 11th 1854 AGED 44 DEEPLY DEPLORED AND UNIVERSALLY BELOVED 402. Small Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES HENRY SON OF LIEUT. JAMES ANDERSON 67th REGT. AND MARY JANE HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 24th JUNE 1855 AGED 1 YEAR AND 7 MONTHS "Not Lost but Gone Before" 403. Chest Tomb TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF JOHN HALFHEAD OF CHATHAM SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 11th OF APRIL 1765 AGED 60 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE JOHN HALFHEAD DIED THE 28th OF MAY 1781 AGED 72 YEARS MARY NASH WIFE OF GEORGE NASH OF THIS PARISH OBT. DEC. 25th 1802 AET. 34 GEORGE NASH HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED ON THE 19th MAY 1837 Side Panel MR JOHN NASH DEPARTED THIS LIFE 14th JULY 1778 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO SIX OF HIS CHILDREN WILLIAM NASH SON OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 9th OF MARCH 1780 AGED 17 YEARS JOHN NASH SON OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 18th OF JUNE 1782 AGED 20 YEARS Side Panel JOHN HALFHEAD JUNR. DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 21st OF NOVEMBER 1780 AGED 39 YEARS GEORGE NASH SON OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 8th MAY 1844 AGED 29 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 9th February 1780 and 6th May 1836 John Halfhead of Chatham, Baker To daughter Mary Halfhead, £400; to daughter Elizabeth Nash, £700; to son John, £100, "to discharge the Bond given to John Hack for payment of £200 and interest due", this money was borrowed by son John. To servant maid, Mary Roberts, £10. Rest of personal estate and real estate, to his two daughters, equally shared. Witnesses: Thomas Hargood, T. Fisher and George Conquest Proved 14th July 1781 George Nash of Gillingham, Gentleman To wife Elizabeth, son George and brother in law, Anthony Hunt of Maidstone,Gentleman, his trustees and executors, all his freehold and leasehold estate in Gillingham and Chatham, in trust. His goods, chattels, horse, carriage, farming stock and implements, ready money, securities, owed on mortgage, bonds, etc. Personal estate and effects to trustees, who from time to time, will sell what wife does not select for her own use. They are to invest in Public Funds. Wife to have use of furniture, goods, plate, linen, etc., and rents from property for life as long as she remains his widow. If she remarries, the above divided between her and daughter Eliza Spong, wife of Thomas Spong of Aylesford, Merchant, sons George and Alfred and daughter, Elizabeth in equal shares. The income from real estate shared equally between wife and children. Witnesses: Christian Nash, James Blackader and J. Stephens Codicil 27th March 1837 Regarding piece of land purchased from Lt. Tribe, in lieu he gives land near Exmouth Terrace, Gillingham, Gillingham, to daughter, Eliza Spong, for ever. Appoints additional executors, son Alfred and grandson, Thomas Nash. If he dies in London he wishes to be buried there. Witnesses: J. Stephens , Agnes Shears and A. Meres Proved 21st June 1837 Note in margin, 26th February 1851 Son Alfred is now 21 and granted administration 404. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM MATHESON MANY YEARS CARPENTER IN H.M. NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 23rd 1836 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO CAROLINE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED MARCH 23rd 1829 AGED 11 MONTHS AND 21 DAY 405. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH WIFE OF MR ROBERT DEAN CARPENTER OF H.M.S. ORION WHO DIED 31st MARCH 1855 AGED 51 YEARS "Weep not for me my Husband Dear, Nor be no longer Sad, The Shorter Time that I Liv'd here, The Fewer Sins I had" "Prepare to meet thy God" 406. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS MARY WOOD WIFE OF MR PETER WOOD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 6th DAY OF APRIL 1816 AGED 73 YEARS 407. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR JAMES SUMMERTON WHO DIED THE 22nd DAY OF MARCH 1780 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO THREE OF THEIR CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO CHARLES SON OF CHARLES AND ELIZABETH SIGGINS WHO DIED JULY 15th 1821 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO OF THE ABOVE MR CHARLES SIGGINS WHO DIED FEB. 14th 1834 AGED 79 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 8th June 1778 James Summerton of Brompton, Husbandman To wife Elizabeth all ready money, securities, goods, chattels, furniture, effects and personal estate. She must not "put it into the power" of any future husband to spend and "wrong yourself or children. "Therefore I strictly order and direct that you see order and direct according to this my last will and testament". Children to have equal shares,. Wife is executor. Witnesses: John Weaver and Thomas Seamark Proved 27th March 1780 Value of effects less than £300 Affidavit 27th March 1780 John Weaver, Husbandman and Thomas Seamark, Sawyer, are sworn. They knew deceased well and confirm will is in his hand, and all three were present when will was executed. 408. Chest Tomb IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS WALL LATE MASTER MAST MAKER OF HIS MAJESTY'S DOCK YARD CHATHAM & SHEERNESS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF JUNE 1797 AGED 40 YEARS MRS CLARANCHIA WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED 17th OF JUNE 1835 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO THREE OF THEIR CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ELIZABETH WALL DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED JUNE 10th 1832 AGED 44 YEARS MARIA SUSANNA WIFE OF GEORGE HOWES AND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED JULY 11th 1822 AGED 39 YEARS THOMAS WALL HOWES DIED 2nd OF SEPTEMBER 1834 AGED 24 YEARS Side Panel ALSO MRS ELIZABETH HOPPER DIED 2nd OF FEBRUARY 1838 AGED 82 YEARS ALSO SARAH WIFE OF RICHARD ROPER HOPPER OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED APRIL 19th 1848 AGED 38 YEARS AND THEIR INFANT DAUGHTER LOUISA AGED 9 DAYS Side Panel NEAR THIS PLACE LIES THE BODY OF MR ROBERT HOPPER OF THIS PARISH DIED AUGT. THE 11th 1788 AGED 60 YEARS MRS MARY HOPPER WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED OCT. 24th 1795 AGED 67 YEARS ANN HOPPER DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED DEC. 11th 1769 AGED 15 YEARS ALSO TWO OF THEIR CHILDREN DIED IN THEIR INFANCY Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 18th June 1797 Thomas Wall of Brompton, Stone Mason A gold ring, value, 1 guinea, to friends, Allen Gardner and Joseph Clout. All ready money and money due from H. M. Dockyards at Chatham and Sheerness, stock in trade, furniture, rest and residue, to wife Claranchia and daughters, Elizabeth and Maria, in equal shares. Wife is executor, she to carry on business but may sell parts from time to time as she thinks fit. Signs will with mark. Witnesses: John Vinall and J. Stephens Proved 1st July 1797 409. Headstone and Foot Stone WALTER ROPER LATE BOATSWAIN IN HIS MAJESTY'S SHIP STIRLING CASTLE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 30th OF OCTOBER 1729 AGED 64 YEARS ELIZABETH ROPER HIS WIFE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF MAY 1776 AGED 86 YEARS LAYTON ROPER THEIR SON DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 6th OF APRIL 1781 AGED 60 YEARS ELIZABETH ROPER THEIR DAUGHTER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 1st SEPTEMBER 1804 AGED 79 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 17th May 1716 and Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 22nd April 1779 Walter Roper, Boatswain of H.M.S. Burlington Pay, prize money and bounty due and rest of estate to wife Elizabeth, she is executor. Witnesses: John Burk ?, Gunner, Joseph Richardson, ( ? ) and ( ? ) Proved 15th March 1731 Layton Roper, of Brompton, Shipwright To sister, Elizabeth Roper, now living with him, his own freehold house in Prospect Row, Brompton, for ever. To nephew Richard Hopper of Brompton, Shipwright, all of his clothes. Remainder of estate to sister Elizabeth, for ever, she is executor. Witnesses: Thomas Soame, Edward Leeds and Mary Thomas, 7, Sherbern Lane, London Proved 18th May 1781 410. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF WILLM. DANTER LATE OF CHATHAM WHO DIED THE 24th OF APRIL 1754 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO NEAR THIS PLACE LYETH ANTHONY DANTER OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 27th DECR. 1750 AGED 76 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 19th March 1754 and Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 17th September 1749 William Danter of Chatham Desires to be buried at "Jellingham" churchyard. To wife Ann all personal estate, except legacies to be bequeathed. Mr John Hick Attorney of Strood and Layton Roper of Brompton and wife are executors. To the male executors, £10 each for a suit of mourning and a ring in memory of him. John Hick is principal executor. Witnesses: George Chamberlan, James Lloyd ?, and James Belfoure Proved 6th May 1754 Anthony Danter of Brompton, Block Maker His three freeholds in Brompton, and other real estate to sister, Elizabeth Roper, for life. After her death, to her two daughters, Elizabeth and Mary Roper, shared equally. If both died in his lifetime, leaving children, then to those children, equally shared. Personal estate, after funeral costs, etc., to sister Elizabeth, she is executor. Witnesses: John Gurnett, Richard Coosens , Ann Gurnett and John Humpage, Attorney, Gravesend 411. Ledger over Vault HERE LIES THE MORTAL REMAINS OF HENRY DAVID WILLIAMS LIEUT. OF H.M. 26th REGT. AND LATE OF EVENJOBB IN THE COUNTY OF RADNOR HE DIED FEB. 7th 1841 IN THE 37th YEAR OF HIS AGE APART FROM THE GRAVES OF HIS FATHERS AND THE HOMES OF HIS KINDRED THIS MEMORIAL OF AFFECTION ASKS RESPECT FOR A SOLDIER'S SEPULCHRE AND CLAIMS ATTENTION TO THE SOLEMN WARNING "Prepare to meet thy God" 412. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF SOPHIS CAROLINE INFANT DAUGHTER OF CAPT. J. G. MCKERLIE, R.E. AND SOPHIA CAROLINE HIS WIFE BORN 28th AUGUST 1847 DIED 22nd MARCH 1848 413. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS. ELIZABETH TAW WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 21st SEPTEMBER 1814 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO MR. ROBERT TAW LATE GUNNER R.N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 29th JANUARY 1837 AGED 90 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 13th January 1831 Robert Taw, of Gillingham, Superannuated Gunner, R. N. To son Robert, his silver watch, to sons Nicholas, Robert and Jeremiah, all his clothes, equally shared. To wife Mary, ready money, money due from pension, rest and residue and personal estate, she is executor. Witnesses: William Taylor, Robert Hone ?, and Elizabeth Stone Proved 20th March 1837 414. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CAPTAIN S. KERR LATE OF THE 47th REGT. WHO DIED 28th DECEMBER 1856 AGED 77 YEARS ALSO SAMUEL ONLY SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED AT NEW YORK NOV. 25th 1860 AGED 28 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated10th December 1853 Samuel Kerr of Rochester, Retired Captain 47th Regiment All household goods and furniture to wife Mary Ann. To wife and John Schnebbelie of Brompton, Professor of Music, ( executors and trustees), all real estate and residue of personal estate, upon trust. They to convert into money, pay debts and funeral costs, etc., and to invest sufficient sum in Public Funds or on mortgage, to produce annual income for wife, for her life. After her death, to sons and daughters at 21 or marriage of daughters, in equal shares. If all children died in his or wife's lifetime, then all to wife. Witnesses: James 3Wilkins, Builder, Chatham and George Moss, Clerk to Mr Hill, Solicitor, Chatham Proved 2nd February 1857 415. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH WIFE OF MR. JOHN COWD R.N. WHO DIED THE 25th OF JANUARY 1829 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO MR JOHN COWD HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 23rd OF APRIL 1837 AGED 77 YEARS JOHN COWD AGED 40 YEARS HENRY COWD AGED 34 YEARS SONS OF THE ABOVE SUFFERED SHIPWRECK ON THE COAST OF CORNWELL ON THE 15th FEB. 1826 AND PERISHED WITH THREE MORE OF THE CREW "No Fatal Ship Wreck need we Fear, In Life or Death if God be Near" 416. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MATTHEW BOWEN MENDS, ESQ. STORE KEEPER OF THE ROYAL DOCKYARD, CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 10th JUNE 1846 IN THE 56th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO OF CHARLOTTE ANN MENDS HIS BELOVED WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 14th JUNE 1846 IN THE 54th YEAR OF HER AGE FELLOW VOYAGERS FOR MANY YEARS ACROSS THE SEA OF LIFE BUT BOTH OVERTAKEN IN ONE HOUR BY THE SUDDEN BLAST OF THE ALMIGHTY THEY ENTERED TOGETHER ON THE OCEAN OF ETERNITY EACH UNCONSCIOUS OF THE OTHER'S FATE THEY LEFT BEHIND THEM A YOUNG AND BELOVED FAMILY SOME, WHOSE VALUED PRIVILEGE IT WAS TO SOOTHE WITH FILIAL AFFECTION THEIR PARENTS DYING MOMENTS SOME DISPERSED FAR EAST AND WEST UNPREPARED FOR AND UNWARNED OF THEIR DOUBLE LOSS "They were Pleasant in their Lives and in Their Deaths they were not Divided" 2nd Book of Samuel 1c 23v Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 31st August 1840 Matthew Bowen Mends, Store Keeper, H.M. Dockyard, Chatham To wife Charlotte, for life, all his property, interest from the A????rable Insurance Office, on three policies on his life, all money in Spanish Bonds ?, and other funds bequeathed to her by her father, Henry Delamain, and that of her late brother, Lieut. Colonel James Delamain of the Bengal Army. Wife and friend, William Berrols, Navy Agent are executor, he hopes Berrols will accept £50 as a small memoir of their friendship. Money from residuary estate to be invested in Public Funds and after his wife's death to be shared as follows; to daughters, Charlotte and Frances, £1,000 each, upon their marriage; to youngest son Robert, £700, provided he has not already been provided for, if so the legacy is void. This is meant to buy him a commission in the army and to allow £20 per annum while he is an Ensign. Residue, equally divided between his daughters, if they are not married at his death. If they are, then this to be divided between Delamain Mends, Robert Mends ,Charlotte and Frances Mends. Daughters to have interest while they are single. To eldest son Thomas, a Solicitor of Hobart Town, Tasmania, a mourning ring as a token of his affection, and entreating him to pay executors money testator has advanced him. To son Delamain, a gold watch, chain and seal and two mourning rings. To son Robert, and to two daughters (if they deserve it ?), a mourning ring. If he dies at Chatham, he wishes to be buried at Gillingham, in a plain"marble" tomb. He leaves his final blessings to his children to be affectionate to their mother. Witnesses: Frank Haite, G.D. Skillett and John Parks Codicil 14th July 1844 Appoints friend and relative, William Fisher Mends, Assistant Commissioner, an executor. To the latter's brother, Captain Herbert Mends, a mourning ring as a token of friendship. To sister in law, Mrs Bridge and brother in law, Edward Delamain and Major Charles Delamain, a mourning ring each. To nieces Ann and Charlotte Delamain, a ring and lock of his hair as a token of his affection. A commission in the 99th Regiment has been purchased for son Robert; £100 to be set aside from personal estate to help him while he is a subaltern; he is convinced Robert will not take a shilling from his mother and sisters. Witnesses: Ann Delamain and Charlotte Delamain Affidavit 3rd August 1846 Joh Parkes of Chatham, sworn , he confirms that will is in Mend's hand Affidavit 18th September 1846 Ann Delamain of 9 Bloomsbury Place, Brighton, Spinster, is sworn, confirms Codicil is in Mend's hand. Proved 19th September 1846 Power reserved to William Fisher Mends 417. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WILLOUGHBY OBIT 14th DECEMBER 1854 AGED 67 YEARS "Virtues Sepulcrum Candidat" 418. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH THE BELOVED WIFE OF RICHARD LARMOTH LEONARD SERGEANT IN THE CORPS OF ROYAL SAPPERS AND MINERS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 17th OF SEPTEMBER 1847 AGED 33 YEARS ALSO MARGARET DIED 3rd OCTOBER 1845 RICHARD DIED 20th AUGUST 1846 INFANT CHILDREN OF THE ABOVE WHOSE REMAINS LIE IN THE CHURCHYARD OF ST. MARY, WOOLWICH "Happy Soul thy Days are Ended, All thy Mourning Days Below, Go, by Angel Guards Attended, To the Sight of Jesus, Go" 419. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS SARAH SMITH WHO DIED ON THE 20th DAY OF APRIL 1814 AGED 82 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH SUTTON WHO DIED ON THE 22nd DAY OF FEBRUARY 1849 AGED 53 YEARS 420. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH THE BELOVED WIFE OF MR THOMAS EALDEN WHO DIED 18th JANUARY 1832 AGED 25 YEARS ALSO THOMAS RICHARD SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 16th AUGUST 1827 AGED 9 WEEKS "And I heard a Voice from Heaven saying unto Me, Write Blessed are the Dead, which die in the Lord, From Henceforth, Yea saith the Spirit that they, May Rest from their Labours and their Works do, Follow them" 14c Rev. 13v 421. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH ANN WIFE OF MR JOHN GARDENER BOATSWAIN R.N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 18th DAY OF JUNE 1851 IN THE 23rd YEAR OF HER AGE "In Life Respected, In Death Lamented" "Why do we Mourn Departed Friends, Or Shake at Death's Alarms, Tis but the Voice that Jesus sends, To Call us to his Arms" 422. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR JAMES LUKE LATE CHIEF CONVERTOR OF H.M. DOCKYARD CHATHAM AND FORMERLY OF H.M. DOCKYARD PEMBROKE WHO DIED 11th APRIL 1842 AGED 54 YEARS 423. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES MOIR WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 14th NOVEMBER 1849 AGED 19 YEARS 424. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF COLONEL JOHN WRIGHT K.H.S. ROYAL MARINES WHO DIED THE 3rd OF APRIL 1842 AGED 58 YEARS AND SIX OF THEIR CHILDREN ALSO TO LIEUT. W.H. DODGIN 44th REGIMENT SON IN LAW OF THE ABOVE WHO WAS KILLED AT CABUL 12th JANUARY 1842 AGED 35 YEARS ALSO TO CAPT. JOHN HOSKIN WRIGHT ROYAL MARINES WHO DIED 6th NOV. 1856 AGED 44 YEARS 425. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS SUSANNAH THOMPSON WIFE OF MR JOHN THOMPSON WHO DIED ON THE 27th DAY OF MAY 1814 AGED 27 YEARS ALSO SUSANNAH DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN HER INFANCY "Stay Passenger ! Examine well this tomb, Twas built for one lately taken home, A Wife, a Parent, Friend Beloved by All, Summon'd to Heaven, obeyed the Gracious call, With Calm Repose, she left this House of Clay, To Praise the God she Lov'd in Endless Day" 426. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HERBERT EDWARDS INFANT SON OF GEORGE JACKSON CHAPLAIN, R.N. AND MARY ROLLS HIS WIFE BORN MAY THE 29th 1854 DIED JUNE THE 2nd "Born Again, not of corruptible, Seed but of Incorruptible by the Word of God" 427. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CATHERINE WIFE OF QR. MR. RICHARD HAMILTON 37th REGT. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 24th APRIL 1849 AGED 49 YEARS 428. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS MARY FRYER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 30th DAY OF MARCH 1820 AGED 41 YEARS 429. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ROCHFORT SON OF MR JOHN SHEA WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 26th OF JANUARY 1842 AGED 24 YEARS ALSO CAROLINE WIFE OF MR JOHN SHEA WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 24th OF JUNE 1845 AGED 55 YEARS 430. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF EDMUND STARKIE, ESQ. APOTHECARY TO THE FORCES MEDICAL STAFF OBIT FEBRUARY 10th 1841 AGED 64 YEARS AS A MEMORIAL OF THE HAPPINESS SHE LONG ENJOYED AND AS A TRIBUTE TO THE MERITS FROM WHENCE IT SPRUNG THIS TABLET IS ERECTED BY HIS AFFLICTED AND BEREAVED WIDOW ELIZABETH MOIRA STARKIE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated23rd February 1839 Edmund Starkie, of Brompton, Apothecary to the Forces To wife Elizabeth, all household furniture and goods, clothes, money in the Funds and personal estate absolutely, and income from the 3% Bank Annuities, for life. Real estate at Rothfall and Longmore, Lancashire to wife for life. After her death, to nephew Edmund Starkie son of brother James, for ever (by his codicil). Wife and brother, Thomas of Barhup, near Rochdale, are executors. Witnesses: Walter Hill, Solicitor, Chatham and Henry Pidcock, Clerk to Mr Hill Affidavit 19th March 1841 Widow, Elizabeth is sworn. States her husband never executed a Codicil, she has searched but failed to find it. If she does find it she will bring it to attention of court. Proved 23rd March 1841 431. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN THE WIFE OF JOHN F. PINK, ESQ. SURGEON OF THE PROVISIONAL BATTALION WHO DIED AUGUST 20th 1847 AGED 58 YEARS 432 Headstone and Foot Stone ERECTED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN LEADLEY OF WHITBY, YORKSHIRE SAILMAKER IN H.M. DOCK YARD WHO WAS UNFORTUNATELY WAS DROWNED CHARHAM WHILE BATHING IN THE CREEK ON THE 20th OF JUNE 1846 AGED 26 YEARS "To Die is to Gain" 433. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF MR JOHN RAY OF BROMPTON WHO DIED THE 1st DAY OF JUNE 1850 AGED 30 YEARS AND 7 MONTHS ALSO ELIZA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN INFANCY ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOHN RAY WHO DIED THE 5th DAY OF JANUARY 1852 AGED 42 YEARS 434. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN WALKER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 11th OF AUGUST 1836 IN THE 25th YEAR OF HIS AGE "Parents and Friends Weep not for Me, Tho' I am Gone a Little before Thee, It was God's Will it Should be So, While Life you Have, leave your God to Know" 435. Chest Tomb SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZA MARIA WIFE OF CAPTAIN HOOKEY PAYMASTER OF THE CHATHAM DIVISION OF ROYAL MARINES WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 6th OF JULY 1842 AGED 59 YEARS "The Sweetest Remembrance of the Just, Shall Flourish when they Sleep in Death, Jesus, thy Blood and Righteousness, These Garments are my Glorious ?, Midst Flaming ? World in ? , With Joy shall I lift up my Hands" ALSO IN MEMORY OF MAJOR GEORGE HOOKEY R.M.L.I. HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE LATE OF MELVILLE HOSPITAL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 11th OF DECEMBER 1861 AGED 73 YEARS "He that hath the Son hath Life, and he Not the Son of God, hath no Life" John 1c 12v 436. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS REBECCA GULLEY WIFE OF MR PHILIP GULLEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 19th OF JUNE1844 AGED 54 YEARS "So teach us to Number our Days, That we may apply our Hearts unto Wisdom" 437. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM WEST (LATE FOREMAN TO MR GRANT MASTER BRICKLAYER OF HIS MAJESTY'S BOARD OF ORDNANCE AT CHATHAM) DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 19th OF OCTOBER 1793 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO SARAH WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED DECEMBER 22nd 1799 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO FOUR SONS OF THE ABOVE VIZ. WILLIAM DIED 14th OF JUNE 1778 AGED 6 MONTHS WILLIAM DIED 3rd OF NOVEMBER 1781 AGED 5 MONTHS JOHN DIED 31st OF MAY 1785 AGED 2 YEARS AND 7 MONTHS THOMAS DIED 10th OF NOVEMBER 1787 AGED 2 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 3rd May 1789 William West of Brompton, Victualler All estate to Sarah White, now living with him as his "servant"; she is executor. Witnesses: George Conquest and William Jefferys Proved 30th October 1793 438. CHEST TOMB Lock family MR JOHN LOCK DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOV. 5th 1788 AGED 63 YEARS MRS ANN WIFE OF JOHN LOCK DEPARTED THIS LIFE DEC. 19th 1780 AGED 43 YEARS "Whilst in this World , I did Remain, My latter end was Grief and Pain, But then the Lord did think it Best, To take me to a place of Rest" ALSO GEORGE LARKIN LOCK DIED NOV. 13th 1777 AGED 4 MONTHS ALSO ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE JOHN AND ANN LOCK DIED DEC. 23rd 1782 AGED 9 YEARS ALSO MARY ELIZABETH WIFE OF MR ROBERT BRISTOW, ATTORNEY AT ROCHESTER AND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE JOHN AND ANN LOCK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE DEC. 20th 1783 AGED 18 YEARS ALSO GEORGE SON OF THE ABOVE MARY ELIZTH. AND ROBERT BRISTOW WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE DEC. 22nd 1783 AGED 4 MONTHS Side Panel TO THE MEMORY OF MARY THE BELOVED WIFE OF MICHAEL LOCK OF BROMPTON WHO DIED 30th APRIL 1845 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR MICHAEL LOCK WHO DIED 11th NOVEMBER 1848 AGED 62 YEARS End Panel MRS DARNEL LOCK WIFE OF MR JOHN LOCK SON OF THE ABOVE DIED 27th FEB. 1794 AGED 30 YEARS End Panel ELIZTH. LOCK DIED THE 28th OF AUGUST 1790 AGED 1 YEAR AND 10 MONTHS JEREMIAH LOCK DIED 8th JUNE 1792 AGED 1 YEAR AND 5 MONTHS Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 19th September 1788 and Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 4th August 1847 John Lock of Chatham, Victualler and Gun Smith His gold watch, chain and seals to son Jeremy. He has given son, John the goods and furniture in his bedroom. Goods and furniture in his own room, to son Jeremy to make him equal. To son in law, Robert Bristow, £20, but this does not discharge him from sums he owes. If he dies during Jeremy's minority, then son John and brother in law, James Larkin, to be his guardians. Profits from his real estate to be used for Jeremy's benefit until he is 21. £5 to son James for mourning, half of his property to son John for ever. The other half to son John and James Larkin, upon trust, during minority of Jeremy. If Jeremy dies pre 21, then the other half of property to son John for ever. Residue to son John and Jeremy, equally shared. If Jeremy dies pre 21, then all to John. Sons John and Jeremy and James Larkin are executors. He desires them to make an inventory and pay for funeral, etc., from his personal estate. Witnesses: John Kemsley, Chatham, John Thompson and John Hodgskin Proved 9th December 1788 Power reserved to Jeremy Lock and James Larkin Michael Lock of Gillingham, Gentleman Household furniture, all household goods, pictures, prints, wines and consumables, horses, carriage, to daughter Jane Luck, widow of Frederick Luck, Gentleman. By an indenture dated 23rd November 1843, he had entered into a partnership with brother John Lock in the Brewing and Malting business. If one of them ceased to be a partner, the survivor, on paying a sum of money will take over. If John Lock consents to take on the business, he leaves the whole business to John Lock. His real estate and residue of personal estate, including the business, if not taken by John Lock, to his trustees and executors, daughter Jane, brother John and nephew Charles Churchill, of Sussex Place, Regents Park, Gentleman, upon trust. They are to sell part of the personal estate, not consisting of money and invest in the Public Funds. Trustee are to carry on brewing and malting business and farming and grazing business, if they think it expedient, for as long as Jane's children are under 21 years, and during Jane's lifetime with her consent. The business to be carried in accordance with the 1843 Indenture. Profits, upon trust, and income from personal estate, to daughter Jane, for life; after her death, then to her children, equally shared. Part of income from residuary real and personal estate to brother John for life, after his death, then to his daughter Elizabeth. After her death, to her children at 21, until then interest towards her children's education and maintenance. Witnesses: George Essell, Solicitor, Rochester and Charles Robinson, Clerk to Messrs Essell and ( ? ). Proved 24th January 1849, John Lock has renounced execution of will. (This will is long and contains a great deal of trust details and rules.) 439. Small Headstone and Foot Stone J. B. 1815 440. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM SMITH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 19th OF JULY 1798 AGED 57 YEARS ALSO MARY SMITH WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 10th OF MARCH 1831 AGED 87 YEARS ALSO TWELVE OF THEIR CHILDREN LIKEWISE MARY ANN SMITH DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 16th NOVEMBER 1833 AGED 66 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR ROBERT KEMSLEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 1st OF NOVEMBER 1836 AGED 67 YEARS "Who e'er thou art with Reverence tread, The Sacred Mansions of the Dead, And Smite thy Heart and drop a Tear, For know a Christian's Dust is Here" ALSO MRS NANCY KEMSLEY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 12th AUGUST 1852 AGED 78 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 19th July 1798 and Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 8th June 1834 William Smith of Gillingham, Shipwright To wife Mary, all houses in Gillingham and elsewhere, all monies, stock in trade, furniture, plate, linen, china, clothes and wages due, for life. After her death, then equally shared between his children, Mary Ann, Elizabeth, Nancy Kemsley and ( ? ) son of Samuel Smith, for ever. To son Thomas, £100 to place him in a trade or business. To each of his children, £10 each for mourning. Wife and Leonard Staff are executors. Witness: Thomas Mearns, William Brown, Senior and Robert Kemsley Proved 8th October 1798 Value of effects less than £350 Robert Kemsley of Gillingham, Shipwright To wife Mary, all household goods, furniture, monies, and personal estate and effects; she is executor. Freehold cottage in Gillingham, lately purchased from James Smith and all other real estate to wife, for life. After her death, to son, Robert of Gillingham, Joiner and son in law, John Rickon of Chatham, Smith, upon trust. They to allow daughter Elizabeth, if she is still living and unmarried, to take rents for life. After her death or marriage, upon trust, for all his children including Elizabeth. Trust details follow. Witnesses: James and Mary Gillman, Layfield, Gillingham Proved 22nd May 1837 441. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF FRANCES WIFE OF MR ABRAHAM ARLIDGE WHO DIED 17th MAY 1845 AGED 75 YEARS SHE DIED IN PEACE ALSO MR ABRAHAM ARLIDGE WHO DIED 19th JUNE 1852 AGED 82 YEARS A BELIEVER IN GOD ALSO JOHN SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 7th OCTOBER 1827 AGED 30 YEARS AND AMELIA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 6th JUNE 1835 AGED 25 YEARS LIKEWISE FOUR CHILDREN WHO DIED IN INFANCY Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated31st August 1851 Abraham Arlidge of Brompton, Cabinet Maker, Upholsterer and Furniture Dealer To wife Sarah, (who is executor), for life, all his freeholds in Manor Street, Brompton, occupied son Alfred and James Spire and all other real estate. After her death, , then to three sons, Alfred, Henry and William. To son William, £50 and to son Alfred for past services to his business, £50. All household furniture, household goods and stock in trade to wife as long as she remains his widow, she can carry on business. After her death or remarriage, the above and goodwill, monies, personal estate and effects to his three sons and three daughters, Sarah, Susan and Emma, equally shared. Witnesses: J. Crou[ ? ] and Robert Shindler Proved 29th October 1851 442. Ledger over Vault IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN GREEN WHO DIED 2nd OCTOBER 1851 AGED 71 YEARS ALSO MARY GREEN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 15th FEBRUARY 1852 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO MIRIAM GREEN THEIR GRAND DAUGHTER WHO DIED 17th APRIL 1847 AGED 11 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 4th September 1851 John Green of Gillingham, Farmer To son John and John Skinner of Chatham. Auctioneer, all freehold and leasehold estate, upon trust, also all personal estate, not hereafter bequeathed. Son John to carry on business and to receive rents during his mother's lifetime, and to pay his mother, Mary Ann, 15 shillings per week for life. To daughter Mary Ann Lester of Northfleet, widow, £110; to daughter Sarah, wife of William Rule, a Policeman in H. M. Dockyard, Sheerness, £110; to Rebecca Harding wife of James, of New Brompton, Labourer, £5 and £5 for each of her children by deceased husband, William, viz. William, Rebecca, Sarah and Emma; £5 to James and William Jordan, Mariners, sons of Elizabeth Jordan. These legacies to be paid after death of wife. Witnesses: William Briggs, Rope Maker, Gillingham and George Moss, Clerk to Mr Hill, Solicitor, Chatham Proved 27th November 1851 443. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH SANDIERS WIFE OF MR GEORGE SANDIERS OF CHATHAM LINES WHO DIED 21st JULY 1804 AGED 48 YEARS JOHN THE SON OF GEORGE AND MARGARET SANDIERS WHO DIED MAY 2nd 1814 AGED 10 MONTHS ALSO THE BODY OF MR GEORGE SANDIERS LATE OVERSEER OF CHATHAM LINES WHO DIED JUNE 28th 1820 AGED 58 YEARS 444. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS PORTEOUS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 15th 1800 AGED 65 YEARS "Afflictions Sore Long Time I Bore, Physicians were in Vain, Till God did Please that Death should Ease, And Free me from my Pain" MRS SARAH PORTEOUS WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 29th OF NOVEMBER 1801 AGED 62 YEARS 445. Headstone and Body Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN BALDOCK LATE OF MAIDSTONE WHO DIED THE 26th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1815 AGED 66 YEARS ALSO JANE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE BORN 11th FEBRUARY 1782 DIED 17th OF AUGUST 1829 ALSO ANNE DIED 6th JUNE 1835 AGED 42 YEARS ALSO JANE WIFE OF THE ABOVE JOHN BALDOCK WHO DIED 26th DECEMBER 1838 AGED 86 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 6th January 1811 John Baldock of Maidstone, Coal Merchant Wife Jenny and son in law, Thomas Lawrence of Bethnal Green, late a Provision Merchant and son in law, Michael Lock of Stanhope Street, Lincoln's Inn Fields, Distiller, are trustees; to them all his freehold and leasehold estate, upon trust. After his death the leaseholds to be sold. To brother William, an annuity of £40. Residue of goods and chattels and personal estate to trustees, upon trust. His wife to have use of household goods, for life; after her death, this to be divided among his daughters who are unmarried. If they all marry in wife's lifetime, then to his wife. Trustees to collect all money owing and to sell residuary personal estate and pay funeral costs and debts. They are to raise from estate, £6,000 and invest in Public Funds; they to pay the annuity to brother William. Rest of income from this and residuary money, to his wife for life; after her death, the principal sum divided into 5 equal parts; 4/5 to be held in trust for daughters, Jane or Jenny, Sarah and Ann Baldock and Mary wife of Michael Lock, they to share money after death of wife. Son John to receive income from 1/5, for life. Daughters who marry after his death, to have £500 out of the £6,000, this to be counted as part of her share. Witnesses: T. Briggs, Solicitor, Essex Street, Strand, William Robinson, of Maidstone, Carpenter and Stephen Fuggles of Maidstone, Bricklayer. Proved April 1816. Trustee Thomas Lawrence died in testator's lifetime (This is a long will, much of which consists of complicated trust details) 446. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM SANDS WHO DIED APRIL 15th 1853 AGED 75 YEARS 447. Headstone and Foot Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF MR JOHN GIFFORD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 12th JUNE 1827 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOHN GIFFORD WHO DIED 13th SEPTEMBER 1847 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO JOHN SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN THE YEAR 1797 AGED 4 YEARS ALSO MRS JANE SHARP SISTER OF THE ABOVE MR JOHN GIFFORD WHO DIED 23rd OCTOBER 1836 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO JANE SHARP DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 22nd APRIL 1833 AGED 39 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 4th October 1839 John Gifford of Gillingham, Gentleman To son George, ½ of his freehold houses in Gillingham, occupied by himself , son George and [ ] Pearce. The other ½ to son William, also to William, his freehold house in Gillingham, occupied by James Emms? To daughter Ann Brooks, 7 shillings per week for life; after her death, if she does not survive to 1850, to her daughters, Ann and Elizabeth Brooks, until the year 1850; this to be paid from his freehold house at Gad's Hill, Gillingham, shared equally. Any surplus in personal estate after debts and funeral costs are paid, to his three daughters. Witnesses: James Blackadder and E. Muddle Proved 22nd October 1847 448. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ROBERT GEORGE SON OF GEORGE AND RHODA WEST WHO DIED 24th FEBRUARY 1853 AGED 1 YEAR ALSO ANN WIFE OF MR JAMES WEST WHO DIED 26th NOVEMBER 1854 AGED 74 YEARS 449. Headstone and Foot Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF PRIVATE JAMES SULLIVAN HONOURABLE EAST INDIA COMPANY'S SAPPERS AND MINERS WHO LOST HIS LIFE IN THE EXECUTION OF HIS DUTY ON THE 30th OF OCTOBER 1844 AGED 23 YEARS THIS MEMORIAL WAS ERECTED AS A TOKEN OF ESTEEM AND RESPECT BY HIS FELLOW SOLDIERS OF THE SAME SERVICE 450. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF EDWARD FRICKER, ESQ. PURSER R.N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 11th OF MARCH 1840 IN THE 68th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th September 1837 Edward Fricker, of Gad's Hill, Gillingham, Purser, R.N. To wife Mary, all his stock in the New 3½% Navy Annuities, all prize money and all other monies. Also five houses at Gad's Hill, all household furniture and goods, watches, pictures and books; she is executor. Witnesses: John Gifford, Green Row, Layfield, Gillingham, John Clarke and William Saywell, Gad's Hill Proved 1st May 1840 451. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF CUMBERLAND WILLIAM TANNER 37 YEARS A MASTER IN THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 30th DAY OF APRIL 1846 AGED 73 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th May 1832 Cumberland Tanner, sometimes called William Cumberland Tanner, of Gillingham, Gentleman All of his estate to wife Catherine, who is executor. Witnesses: H. Gittings, William Knight and Frederick Ruckert Proved 4th June 1846 452. Headstone and Two Foot Stones IN MEMORY OF FRANCES [BADN]ER THE WIFE OF WILLM. [BADN]ER AND DAUGHTER OF JOHN & [FRAN]CES ARCHER OF YS PARISH SHE DEPARTED YS LIFE SE[TEMBER YE 26th 1737 AGED 28 YEARS ALSO THE SON OF WM. AND FRANCES BA[DNER] AGED 15 WEEKS IN MEMORY OF JOHN ARCHER OF THIS PARISH HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMB. THE 24th 1750 AGED 78 YEARS ALSO HERE LIETH THE BODY OF FRANCES HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JAN. THE 8th 1750 AGED 73 YEARS Rear IN MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF MR GEORGE DANN OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF MARCH 1764 AGED 59 YEARS SHE WAS THE DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND FRANCES ARCHER Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 20th March 1744 John Archer of Gillingham, House Carpenter To wife Frances his own house in Gillingham, for life, so long as she remains his widow. After her death or remarriage, the house to his daughter, Mary wife of George Dann of Gillingham, Yeoman, for ever. Ready money and securities, household goods, stock in trade and personal estate to his wife, for ever; she is executor. Witnesses: John Davie, Thomas Simmons and Thomas Johnson Proved 11th February 1750 453. Chest Tomb GROOMBRIDGE ET AL IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN GROOMBRIDGE, SENR. OF THIS PARISH DIED THE 29th OF SEPTEMBER 1746 AGED 50 YEARS HE WAS A KIND HUSBAND AND AN INDULGENT FATHER ALSO MRS JANE COOPER FORMERLY WIFE OF MR JOHN GROOMBRIDGE DIED THE 5th OF NOVEMBER 1749 AGED 47 YEARS LEAVING BEHIND THEN TWO CHILDREN JOHN AND MARY SHE WAS AN INDUSTRIOUS, AFFECTIONATE WIFE AND A TENDER PARENT ALSO ROBERT SON OF ROBERT AND ELIZABETH QUARRINTON DIED THE 30th OF JANUARY 1805 AGED 2 YEARS ALSO THE BODY OF THE ABOVE MR ROBERT QUARRINTON WHO DIED THE 4th DAY OF JANUARY 1817 AGED 36 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM POTTER DIED SEPT. 16th 1822 AGED 32 YEARS End Panel IN MEMORY OF RICHARD COOPER DIED THE 18th OF OCTOBER 1762 AGED 55 YEARS End Panel IN MEMORY OF MR JNO GROOMBRIDGE JUNR. DIED THE 24th OF JUNE 1766 AGED 32 YEARS Side Panel IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF NIXSON QUARRINTON SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 1st SEPT 1772 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO A DAUGHTER DIED IN HER INFANCY ALSO NIXSON QUARRINTON DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCT THE 9th 1783 AGED 73 YEARS MR NIXSON QUARRINTON NEPHEW OF THE ABOVE NIXSON QUARRINTON DIED 10th OF MARCH 1796 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO 2 OF HIS CHILDREN ROBERT & WILLIAM DIED 20th JANY. 1797 AGED 3 WEEKS Side Panel IN MEMORY OF MRS ELIZTH. POTTER DIED 1st FEBRUARY 1828 AGED 46 YEARS ALSO WILLM. ROBERT ORPWOOD DIED OCT 4th 1821 AGED 1 YEAR "Within this tomb their mouldering ruins lay, Whose Souls I hope are in Eternal Day, [ ] From whose kind hands unnumber'd Blessing flew, To [ ] A Brother Dear did patiently endure, Life's sharpest pangs till death perform'd the Cure, Releas'd his Soul that trembling urg'd her flight, To soar with God above those Realms of Light, Their atoms that in dust promiscuous lies, At the Last Trump Immortal shall Arise, No more their sense in errors paths shall lure, But sing on high their Dear Redeemer's Love, Who to no party has his Grace confin'd, But stiles himself the Saviour of Mankind" Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 1st October 1745 and Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd August 1783 John Groombridge of Gillingham Long, pious preamble. To son John and daughter Mary, £100 each at 21 years. If both die before 21, then the £200 to wife, Jane; she is executor. Rest and residue and personal estate to wife; if she remarries, then £50 extra to each of his children. Witnesses: R. Woolett, Richard Hassall and Henry Taylor Proved 4th November 1746 Nixson Quarrinton of Gillingham, Gentleman His house in Luton (Chatham), occupied by John Payne?, to niece Frances Quarrinton, at 21, for ever. Another house in Luton, occupied by William Payne, to nephew Thomas Quarrinton at 21, for ever. Another house in Luton, occupied by John Stone, to nephew Robert Quarrinton, at 21, for ever. A house in Chatham, occupied by John Wilkins, Baker, to niece, Hannah Quarrinton at 21, for ever. To the five children of Henry Wise of Gillingham, Farmer, as follows: house in Luton, occupied by David Hayes, to John Wise at 21, for ever; house in Luton, occupied by William Bradley, to Henry Wise, at 21, for ever; house in Luton, occupied by John Gravyer, to William Wise, at 21, for ever; house in Luton. Occupied by Jeremiah Pope, Senior, to Mary Wise at 21, for ever; If any die pre 21, then their house to nephew, Nixson Quarrinton, for ever. The rents, until they are 21, to go towards their maintenance and education and for bringing up nephew Nixson until he is 21. His little house adjoining his own house to house keeper Dinah Diplock for life, after her death, to nephew Nixson for ever. Also to Dinah an annuity of £20 for life from rents of his three farms in Luton, she can also occupy his house until nephew Nixson is 21. To Henry Wise, Senior, Ambrose Hernden, Farmer at Luton and Dinah Diplock, Stone Farm at Luton, occupied by Ambrose Hernden and farm at Luton, occupied by Henry Heath, and third farm, in Luton, occupied by Henry Heath, in trust, for nephew Nixson until he is 21, then all to him for life. If Nixson dies pre 21, with no male heir, then to nephews, Thomas and Robert Quarrinton, for life, then to their male heirs, equally shared, for ever. In default of heirs, then to Henry Wise, Senior, for ever. His three house at Stoke, Hundred of Hoo, occupied by Nathaniel Bristow, James Chandler and [ ] Rayner, widow and a house at Capson (Capstone) in Chatham, occupied by William Walters; his dwelling house and furniture to Henry Wise, Ambrose Hernden and Dinah Diplock, for nephew Nixson, as previously stated. Residue of monies, goods, chattels, stock and cattle on the Hundred of Hoo, real and personal estate, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to nephew Nixson, at 21, for ever. Frances and Hannah Quarrinton, mother Mary Quarrinton, Hannah Wise, Dinah Diplock, Henry Wise Senior and Ambrose Hernden are executors. Witnesses: Edward Tay, George Conquest and John Perriman Proved 26th November 1783 There is an inventory attached, mostly of household furniture and goods, including, three pieces of his wife's "workmanship", framed and glazed 454. Ledger over Brick Vault IN MEMORY OF ROBERT SIMMONS BURIED 2nd JUNE 1776 ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE BURIED 1st JUNE 1794 AGED 67 YEARS ROBERT SON OF GEORGE & ELIZTH. SIMMONS BURIED 20th MARCH 1796 AGED 2 YEARS & 2 MONTHS GEORGE SIMMONS BURIED 10th MARCH 1799 AGED 38 YEARS RACHEL ARMSTRONG BURIED 20th JULY 1819 AGED 33 YEARS ELIZABETH JONES BURIED 9th DECEMBER 1821 AGED 59 YEARS FRANCES ANN SIMMONS BURIED 3rd JUNE 1824 AGED 3 YEARS JOHN JONES DIED 16th JUNE 1829 AGED 86 YEARS HENRY SIMMONS DIED 10th MARCH 1830 AGED 10 MONTHS ELIZABETH HARRIS DIED 17th DEC. 1839 AGED 67 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 7th May 1776 Robert Simmons of Brompton, House Carpenter Friends, John Cazeneauve and Jacob Cazeneauve Troy, both of Chatham, Distillers, are executors. His property known ny the sign of the "Sawyers", where he lives in Gillingham and three houses behind the latter, occupied by [ ] Reeves, [ ] Wells and [ ] Hockless and five houses lately built by him on Lower Horse Field at Prince's Bridge, Gillingham, occupied by Nathaniel Turner, [ ] Baker Stoneham, James Stone and William [ ], the "Sawyers" to wife for life, as long as she remains his widow, then to son George, for ever. The five houses to daughter Ann, for life, after her death, then to her children. In default of heirs, then to his son George, for ever. Three leaseholds belonging to the carpenter's yard lately purchased from William Dann at top of Wood Street, occupied by Michael Pauch, [ ] Osborn, William Ward and himself and three leaseholds in Rochester, occupied by [ ] Gostling and [ ] Mitchell, the other empty, to son William for rest of term. His stock in trade, timber, iron, tools of all kinds, goods and chattels, to son William. Money, securities, plate, linen, china, brass, pewter, household goods and furniture, after debts and funeral costs, to wife. Witnesses: John Stubbs, Henry Hills and William Twopenny, Junior Proved 14th June 1776 455. Headstone and Body Stone ROBERET PIERCE - RE-SITED GROUP WEST OF TOWER IN MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH MUNN WIFE OF MR SAMUEL LONDON MUNN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 22nd MARCH 1854 AGED 40 YEARS Rear (Original Front) IN MEMORY OF MR ROBERT PIERCE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 6th OF MARCH 1769 AGED 34 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM HIS SON DIED THE 4th OF JULY 1770 AGED 3 YEARS & 7 MONTHS 456. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN THE BELOVED WIFE OF MAJOR J.R. MASCALL R.M.LT. INFY. WHO DIED AT NEW BROMPTON ON THE 19th OF APRIL 1859 AGED 60 YEARS ALSO FREDERICK MASCALL BEAUMONT GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 11th DAY OF JANUARY 1854 AHED 14 MONTHS "We sigh above her place of rest, And fondly hope she's ever Blest" 457. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH ANDREWS WIFE OF MR SOLOMON ANDREWS, VICTUALLER OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST THE 18th 1794 AGED 50 YEARS MR SOLOMON ANDREWS HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEB. THE 1st 1795 AGED 63 YEARS MARY ANDREWS DAUGHTER TO THE ABOVE BORN AUGUST THE 1st 1774 AND DIED IN HER INFANCY MARY ANN ANDREWS DAUGHTER TO THE ABOVE BORN MARCH THE 5th 1783 AND DIED IN HER INFANCY LEFT ISSUE ONE SON AND ONE DAUGHTER WILLIAM AND ELIZABETH ANN Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated14th September 1789 Solomon Andrews of Brompton, Victualler All money in the 4% Bank Annuities to wife Elizabeth and son William, upon trust. Wife to have annual interest as long as she remains his widow. After her death or remarriage, then towards the maintenance and education of daughter Elizabeth until she is 16. If his wife has died or remarried by that time, then half the capital stock to son William, for ever. The other half to daughter Elizabeth at 21. Residue to wife for ever, she and son William are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Compton and John Sommerton Proved 26th February 1795 458. Headstone (Displaced) H. M. M. 1821 459. Ledger over Brick Vault TO THE MEMORY OF MRS SARAH CUCKOW WHO DIED 30th OCTOBER 1853 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO MR THOMAS CUCKOW HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 21st MARCH 1857 AGED 77 YEARS ALSO MR JAMES CUCKOW SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 12th MARCH 1858 AGED 35 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 27th January 1857 Thomas Cuckow, of Gillingham, Farmer Appoints good friends John Skinner of Chatham, Auctioneer and William Hedgcock, of Gillingham, Farmer, executors and trustees. His three freehold houses in Gillingham, which he purchased from Edward Brock and all other real estate and leaseholds, ready money and investments at his bankers, Messrs Day and Nicholson, Rochester, money in Public Funds or due to him, house hold furniture and goods, live and dead stock and personal estate to his trustees, upon trust. They to sell his freeholds and leaseholds and share proceeds between children of his late son, John, John, Thomas, Rebecca, and Elizabeth (£150 each), children of his late daughter, wife of Francis Friday, Frank, and Jane Friday (£150 each). To sisters, Elizabeth, wife of William Nobbs, Labourer, of Hadlow and Ann wife of [ ] South of Wrotham, £10 each. To each executor, 19 guineas. Residue to his surviving children, Thomas, William, James, Sarah London, wife of Robert London, Eliza Driver, widow, the latter lives with him, Elizabeth Pattison, widow of William, Mary Ann Green wife of John of Gillingham, Farmer and Sarah Cuckow of Gillingham, spinster. Signs will with a mark Witnesses: JohnFoord, Plumber, Chatham and Thomas Rich, Clerk to Mr Stephens, Chatham Proved 22nd April 1857 Wright's Directory 1838 Thomas Cuckow, Batchelor's Farm 460. Chest Tomb TROY, PICKMAN, COOKE AND MARTIN Ledger IN MEMORY OF THOMAS CAZENEUVE TROY LATE OF TROY TOWN IN THE CITY OF ROCHESTER, GENT. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 19th FEBRUARY 1807 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO OF ELEANOR HIS WIFE AND NIECE OF MR JOSHUA PICKMAN OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 17th MARCH 1807 AGED 25 YEARS ALSO SARAH ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 11th NOVEMBER 1806 AGED 9 MONTHS End Panel IN MEMORY OF MR JOSHUA PICKMAN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 14th APRIL 1809 AGED 50 YEARS South Panel HERE LIETH INTERRED THE BODY OF MR WILLIAM COOKE ONE OF THE FOUR MASTERS OF ENGLAND AND MASTER OF THE TRINITY HOUSE IN THE YEAR 1642 WHO DIED THE 21st OF DECEMBER 1654 AGED 72 YEARS SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF RICHARD WILLIAM MARTIN, ESQ., M.D. OF CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 18th OF JULY 1857 AGED 44 YEARS HE WAS SECOND SON OF THE LATE RICHARD AND SARAH MARTIN OF CHATHAM AND GRANDSON OF JACOB CAZENEUVE TROY North Panel (Post Connolly) SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE STEELE, ESQ. OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 31st JANUARY 1870 AGED 42 YEARS (This tomb must have replaced the 17th century tomb of Coooke, I don't know the relationship of Cooke with the Troys or Pickmans) Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 24th January 1807, 11th May 1807, 26th September 1654 and 25th August 1851 Thomas Cazeneuve Troy, of Rochester, Gentleman Wife Eleanor, brother in law, Joshua Pickman of Gillingham, Rope Maker and friend John Simmons of Rochester, Esquire are executors and trustees. To wife all household goods, books, pictures, and ready money. His freehold house, now in three dwellings and 17 acres of land lately occupied by Joseph Hoare, now by himself, all other real estate, to be sold. Money invested in Public Funds. Interest to wife for life; after her death, to their surviving children in equal shares at 21 years. If all children are dead with no lawful heirs then to his sisters, Mary wife of Captain Edward Hodson, R.N., Mary Sarah Troy and Ann Troy, in equal shares absolutely. To Joshua Pickman and John Simmons, £100 each. Witnesses: William Simcock, Alexander Steele and Joseph Solomon Proved 15th June 1807 Parts of the latter will are difficult to read, with crossings out. Joshua Pickman of Gillingham, Rope Maker Robert Mark of Chatham, Rope Maker Foreman in H.M. Dockyard, Chatham and William Lomas of Chatham, are executors. £100 to each of them and suit of mourning. To friend John Simmons of Rochester, £100 and suit of mourning. To Robert Mark, Senior, now living with him, £100 and annuity of £30 for life. His dwelling house and store house, rope ground and 6 acres of land adjoining, called "Rope Ground" at Gad's Hill, Gillingham and other property at Sharp's Green, Gillingham with cherry garden and arable called Pollards Field and 4 acres of adjoining wood, occupied by William Reed, and house divided into two houses, occupied by William Chamberlain and Thomas Sharp, house in Gillingham occupied by Thomas Fryer and 1 acre formerly occupied by William Brown, now by himself, this adjoins Vicarage and to west of land occupied by Captain Adie, house and lands in Gillingham, to William Lomas, for ever. Residue also to William Lomas. Witnesses: Thomas Lomas, J. Bromley and Joseph Solomon Proved 16th August 1809 William Cooke of Gillingham, one of the four Principal Masters of the Navy To only son Richard and Anne his wife, for life, after death of widow Alice, house and land called ? in Gillingham. After their deaths, to their eldest son, William and his heirs, for ever; in default of heirs, then divided between surviving sons of Richard and Ann. £20 to William Cooke to enable him to get a trade. To Richard and Ann house he now lives in, for life; after their deaths, to their second son, Richard and his heirs for ever; in default of heirs, then to his brother Thomas and wife Jane and their heirs, for ever. To son Richard his part of the Pinnace Speedwell with all stock and profits, also the house they live in for life, then to their daughters, Mary and Jane for rest of lease. To Thomasine widow of son John, his house and land called Clark's Dell, until her son William is 21, then to him, for ever. To daughter Thomasine, for life house and land that Henry Mons ?, now lives in at Darenth, if she has no heirs, then to Mary Cooke, for ever. Also to Mary Cooke, house that Mr Pulman lives in on the wall, for life, after her death, to her son William, for ever. To daughter Thomasine, his ¼ part of the barque Marygold, with all stock and profits. To the four daughters of his two sons, £4 each and for the sons apprenticeships, £10 each, to be paid from the £100 that Thomas Benson of Chatham owes him. To Overseers of Gillingham, £5 and 20 dozen loaves?, for the poor every Sunday after his burial, until the 20 shillings ?, by ? the Overseers for the poor. To a poor woman in London, Elizabeth Burow, £5; to children of Elizabeth Sewell, £4 each To brother James his silver whistle and £5 each to his two daughters. To servant Robert Wituses ?, 20 shillings and suit of clothes and cloak; to maid Margaret, 20 shillings. To kinsman, John Cooke, ?, £3. Wife Alice is executor. She has residue of estate. If she remarries she has only £30 and his dwelling house for life, after her death, estate to son Richard. Richard is Overseer of the will. Household stuff to be distributed to their children by Alice (if she remarries ?), at her pleasure. "Witnesses unto this is my loving friends".........No witnesses signatures ? Proved 5th February 1654 Richard Martin of Chatham, Doctor of Medicine To wife Sarah, all pictures, prints , books, china, wine, liquors, household provisions, goods, furniture, horses, carriage, ready money, invested money. Residue to wife and Richard Townson of Moorgate Street Chambers, London, upon trust. Wife to receive income from estate fro life, she can not mortgage or sell any of the estate. After her death, upon trust, for their surviving children. To cousin Ann Martin of Great Berkhamstead, Spinster, an annuity of £20 fir life. After death of wife executor to pay Louisa Harvey Hodder of Chatham, Spinster, annuity of £30 for life but this ceases if she marries. Income from residue after wife's death to Louisa Gilbert Hodder and Olivia Hodder, children of William and Ann Hodder of St Saviour, Jersey, formerly of St Servan, Department of the Ille Vilaine, Bretagne, France, now aged about 7 and 5. After death or marriage of Ann Martin and Louisa Harvey Hodder, when Louisa Gilbert Hodder and Olivia Hodder are 21, or previously married, they shared interest, if they died pre 21 or pre marriage, then a ¼ to cousin Edward Hodder, Surgeon of Toronto, Canada and a ¼ to Mary Gilbert, wife of Augustus Gilbert of Bridgetown, Totnes and a ¼ to Louisa Harvey Hodder. Trustees to pay last ¼ to cousin Charlotte Bevan wife of Thomas Beavan of Rochester, Surgeon, for life. After her death, then to all her children, equally shared. Wife and Richard Townson are executors. Witnesses: Jesse Vennell, Chatham ,Draper and Robert Fish, Chatham, Boot Maker Proved 22nd October 1857 461. Headstone Foot Stone and Body Stones IN MEMORY OF MR RICHARD HAYES LATE OF CHADWELL, IN ESSEX WHO DIED 1st FEBRUARY 1823 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO MR JAMES HAYES NEPHEW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 5th NOVEMBER 1833 AGED 42 YEARS ALSO REBECCA WIFE OF THE ABOVE MR RICHARD HAYES WHO DIED 17th JANUARY 1845 AGED 52 YEARS 462. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR HENRY SHINDLER WHO DIED 17th DECEMBER 1834 AGED 32 YEARS AND WAS BURIED IN ST. PAUL’S CHURCH YARD, CANTERBURY ALSO KATE ELIZABETH THE WIFE OF CHARLES MURRAY SCOTT AND ONLY DAUGHTER OF HENRY AND CATHERINE SHINDLER WHO DIED 2nd MAY 1852 AGED 21 YEARS 463. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE ELRINGTON, ESQ. LATE A RETIRED COMMANDER IN H.M. ROYAL NAVY OBIT NOVEMBER 22nd 1847 AETAT 65 ALSO OF MRS ELIZABETH RUNDLE MOTHER IN LAW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JUNE 18th 1854 AT THE AGE OF 101 464. Headstone and Foot Stone BROADBELT - RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR ROBERT BROADBELT OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED ON THE 28th DAY OF DECEMBER 1832 AGED 68 YEARS HE WAS A MAN UNIVERSALLY RESPECTED ALSO ELEANOR WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 4th DAY OF JULY 1834 AGED 71 YEARS 465. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JAMES MAIR, M.D. OBT. APRIL 18th 1798 AETAT 25 YEARS 466. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF THOMAS MULENDER WHEELWRIGHT HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 8th OF DECEMBER 1759 AGED 65 YEARS 467. Headstone and Foot Stones TO THE MEMORY OF SUSANNA WIFE OF WILLIAM WHIBLEY OF CHATHAM WHO DIED NOVEMBER YE 16th 1750 AGED 49 YEARS ALSO OF WILLIAM WHIBLEY OF THE PARISH OF CHATHAM, BUTCHER DIED APRIL THE 22nd 1755 AGED 58 YEARS 468. Headstone and Two Body Stones IN MEMORY OF ROBERT PEIRCE SENR. HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 28th FEBRUARY 1763 AGED 53 YEARS ALSO ROBERT PEIRCE SON OF ROBERT AND ANN PEIRCE, JUNR. DIED THE 20th DECEMBER 1758 AGED 4 MONTHS ALSO ANN PEIRCE DAUGHTER OF ROBERT AND ANN PEIRCE, JUNR. DIED THE 14th JUNE 1768 AGED 5 YEARS & 7 MONTHS IN MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF ROBERT PEIRCE, SENR. SHE DIED THE 25th MAY 1760 AGED 50 YEARS LIKEWISE ROBERT PEIRCE SON OF ROBERT PEIRCE AND ANN PEIRCE, JUNR. DIED THE 25th JULY 1762 AGE 13 MONTHS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 20th November 1762 Robert Peirce of Gillingham, Butcher House in Gillingham, lately occupied by Stephen Reason, to daughter Ann for ever. Another house in Gillingham occupied by John Skillett, to grandson Charles Deberson, for ever. His orchard in Gillingham, occupied by Edward Cook, with house and lands, to son William; to daughter Ann, £50 and round mahogany table in parlour. To daughter Mary Deberson, chest of drawers and chest on chest. To son Robert, the black mare which he used to ride. To two daughters, all late mother's clothes, shared equally. Rest and residue, after debts and funeral costs paid, to son William, he is also executor. Witnesses: John Simmons, James Tapley and William Twopenny Proved 11th March 1763 469. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF MR HENRY WHITE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd OF JAN 1788 AGED 89 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd OF MAY 1788 AGED 53 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 7th August 1787 Henry White, the Elder of Gillingham, Yeoman "A headstone and a gravestone with such inscription thereon as they (executors) shall think proper and suitable". To sons, Thomas and Henry, and daughter, Elizabeth, wife of John Walters of Gillingham, Yeoman, his house at Gad's Hill, occupied by Richard Blackbourne and Nathaniel ( ? ), equally divided, for ever. To Elizabeth Walter, £110, but if she dies in his lifetime, then to any children she may leave, equally shared. If in his he advances any money to Elizabeth Walters, then such sum to be deducted from the £110. To sons, Thomas and Henry, £10 each. He has £200 4% Bank Annuities in his and his wife Mary's name, his wife is to transfer £200 into her name and the names of his sons, upon trust. Rest and residue after debts and funeral costs are paid, to wife absolutely. In case she refuses or neglects the transfer of the £200, then she is excluded from all benefits. In such a case, the residue to sons and daughter and John Deberson, son of his wife by her former husband, equally shared. If the £200 is transferred by his wife, his trustees will allow his wife to take, from time to time, the interest, for life. After her death, the £200 equally shred between his children and John Deberson. Wife and two sons are executors. Witnesses: Rachel Cook, Thomas Fellows and James Reade Proved 10th March 1789, power reserved to Mary White 470. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR BENJAMIN LARKIN OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 9th OF APRIL 1803 AGED 64 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 22nd December 1800 Benjamin Larkin of Brompton, Labourer To nephew Stephen Kent the Elder, of Gillingham, Labourer, £50, subject to payment of his debts and funeral costs, etc. Ready money, money invested, and whole of residue of personal estate, to William Andrews, of Brompton, Shipwright, with whom he now resides, Andrews is executor. Witnesses: Richard Hillyer and J. Stephens Proved 28th April 1803 471. Chest Tomb with Armorial Crest MORS IIII LUCRUM HERE LIES THE BODY OF FRANCES THE WIFE OF WM GREGORY OF THIS PARISH SURGEON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd DAY OF APRIL 1733 AGED [ ] YEARS HERE ALSO LIETH YE BODIES OF WILLM AND WILLIAM AND ROBERT YE SONS OF THE ABOVE MR WM AND FRANCES GREGORY WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY MR WILLIAM GREGORY SURGEON DIED NOVEMBER XXIV MDCCLXXI AGED LXXI Side Panel MARY DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM GREGORY AND LATE WIFE OF CAPT. JOHN JEFFERYS DIED THE 2nd OF DEC 1779 AGED 54 YEARS 472. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN USBORNE WHO DIED SEPT 23rd 1803 AGED 49 YEARS ALSO ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JULY 10th 1794 AGED 2 YEARS ALSO MRS ANN USBORNE WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JULY 14th 1833 AGED 79 YEARS Rear IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF JOHN DENNETT OF CHATHAM WHO DIED 19th NOV 1752 AGED 68 YEARS NEAR THIS STONE IS INTERRED THE BODY OF EDMUND DENNETT OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED IN SEPT 1705 AGED 33 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 7th December 1801 John Usborne, formerly of Chatham, Cow Keeper, now School Master of Gillingham After debts and funeral costs, etc., are paid and according to the will of his late uncle, John Usborne, Merchant, of Ware, Hertfordshire, dated about 20th December 1787, he gives his freehold in Star Lane and wharf in Ware, then in the occupation of the Rev. John Sond, widow Humphrey, William Hitch and Samuel Taylor, lately in the occupation of Mr Sansfield and others; a house, several shops, a brew house, stables, loft, two yards, hog sty and two cow houses in a marsh called Annwell Marsh in Annwell, Hertfordshire, occupied by his said late uncle, but now by his aunt Elizabeth Usborne; he gives this estate to his son, for ever; when son John, is 14, he is to be put out apprentice as his executors think fit, but with his free consent. To wife Ann, rest and residue and all money he has in Bank of England. Wife and good friends, John Pollock, School Master of Sheerness and John Storer, Collar Maker of Bexley are executors. Witnesses: William Mills, David Williams and Thomas Simmons Proved 17th February 1804 473. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR RICHARD HILLYER WHO DIED THE 25th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1810 AGED 58 YEARS HE LIVED AND DIED TRUE TO HIS GOD, HIS COUNTRY AND HIS KING OF SARAH HILLYER LATE WIFE OF RICHARD HILLYER OF THIS PARISH AND DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND MARY OTLEY OF BOLTON IN THE COUNTY OF YORK, YEOMAN DIED THE 18th JUNE 1795 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO THREE OF THEIR CHILDREN VIZ PENELOPE, SARAH AND THOMAS ALL DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO ELIZABETH HILLYER WIDOW OF THE ABOVE DIED 23rd MAY 1836 AGED 91 YEARS RICHD AND ELIZTH HILLYER GRANDCHILDREN OF THE ABOVE DIED IN THEIR INFANCY Prerogative Court of Canterbury, dated 11th September 1809 Richard Hillyer of Brompton, Shop Keeper To wife Elizabeth his own freehold dwelling house in Middle Street, Brompton, for life, as long as she remains his widow. After her death, or remarriage, to son Richard, when he is 22, for ever. If he dies under 22, then to brother, Thomas for life. After his death, to his children, equally shared. If he dies with no heirs, then to nephew, William Hillyer, son of late brother, William, for ever. To wife, £50 and household goods and furniture, for life. After her death or remarriage, to son Richard. To brother Thomas, £10 and clothes. To good friends, John Vinall of Brompton, Master Bricklayer H. M. Dockyard and Richard Philips of Brompton, Carpenter, trustees and executors, £10 each as a token of respect. To the two trustees, £1,000 in 3% annuities in Bank of England and all money in Public Funds, upon trust. Wife to receive interest for life, as above. She is to fulfil Indentures of Apprenticeship of their son Richard, clothe and support him. When he is 22, trustees to raise £100 for him from his investments. After wife's death or remarriage, the £1,000 stock goes to son Richard; until he is 22, the interest towards his maintenance and education. To trustees, ready money, stock in trade, debts and effects, upon trust, to pay debts and funeral costs and legacies, etc. They to allow wife, with son's assistance to carry on business, if they want to. If they do not want to, trustees can sell it with wife and son's approval. Proceeds to be invested in Public Funds, interest to wife on above conditions. After her death or remarriage, they to transfer funds to son at 22 years. If son dies pre 22, then to children of his late sister, Mary Tomkins, widow of John, in equal shares. Witnesses: Richard Freeland and William Andrews Codicil 1st December 1809 Wishes Thomas Cooper and Ann Croath ?, children of his sister Cooper shall share equally with children of brother William and Mary Tomkins. Affidavit 12th December 1810 Richard Herran of Union Street, Southwark, Tobacconist, is sworn. He knew testator well and regarding codicil, he confirms it is in testators hand. Richard Lillwall of Gracechurch Street, London, a Quaker and Cheesmonger, knew testator well and confirms codicil is in testator's hand. Proved 13th December 1810 474. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR JOSEPH MELLIN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 10th DAY OF APRIL 1795 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE JOSEPH MELLIN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th DAY OF APRIL 1797 AGED 61 YEARS ALSO FOUR OF THEIR CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY LIKEWISE JAMES MELLIN WHO DIED THE 29th OF JANUARY 1809 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO TWO CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO MARY MELLIN WHO DIED THE 23rd OF JULY 1817 AGED 42 YEARS Rear ALSO WILLIAM MELLIN WHO DIED THE 15th DAY OF MAY 1829 AGED 29 YEARS LIKEWISE THOMAS MELLIN WHO DIED THE 28th OF FEBRUARY 1831 AGED 63 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 30th July 1784 Joseph Mellin of Brompton, Shipwright Wife Molly is executor. To her all his goods, ready money, investments, furniture and household goods. She to pay debts and funeral costs, etc. Witnesses: William Grant and John Sommerton 475. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM PICKMAN OF THIS PARISH DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST THE 18th 1762 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO SALLY DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED JULY THE 12th 1761 AGED 7 MONTHS ALSO ELEANOR WIFE OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM PICKMAN DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH THE 5th 1780 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO HANNAH WIFE OF MARSH PICKMAN DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 29th 1783 AGED 28 YEARS MARSH PICKMAN HUSBAND TO HANNAH PICKMAN DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOV 6th 1783 AGED 26 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 24th January 1757 William Pickman, of Gillingham, Rope Maker All ready money, investments, household goods and furniture, personal estate, after debts and funeral costs, etc., are paid, to wife Eleanor, for ever. Witnesses: John Skillett and Thomas Johnson Proved 1st September 1762 476. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN SMITH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 16th OF APRIL 1796 AGED 46 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 13th April 1796 John Smith, late of Shadwell, now of Brompton, Ballast Man All ready money, investments, household goods and furniture and residue, to good friend James Masson of Shadwell, Victualler and John McGee of Brompton, Ballast Man, upon trust. They to sell estate, except clothes and watch, which goes to brothers, Francis and Alexander. After payment of debts and funeral costs, etc., they to pay remainder to his wife, Susannah, twelve months after his death, absolutely. Before the twelve months are up she to receive interest. If she dies during this period, leaving his heirs, then upon trust for his child/children, equally shared. If no children survive this period, upon trust, to pay his two brothers £100 each. Residue to wife, absolutely. Witnesses: William Kennett and William Jefferys, Attorney, Chatham Proved 6th July 1796 477. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS BRIDGE MAJOR IN H.M 84th REGT WHO DIED JANUARY 8th 1855 "Him that cometh to me, I will in no wise, Cast out" 478. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF GERTRUDE CLATWORTHY WHO DIED 25th APRIL 1858 AGED 17 YEARS 479. Headstone HERE LIETH THE BODY OF CATHERINE HARTLEY THE ONLY CHILD OF DAVID AND CATHERINE HARTLEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 4th OF OCTOBER 1722 AGED 14 YRS 8MO & 16 DAYS 480. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR RICHARD BRAY LATE SMITH IN HIS MAJESTY’S DOCK YARD, SHEERNESS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 8th JULY 1815 AGED 60 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th November 1810 Richard Bray, of Isle of Sheppey, Blacksmith His house on north side of High Street, Blue Town, Minster, ready money, investments, household goods and furniture, clothes, watches, real and personal estate, after usual expenses, to wife Eleanor, late Eleanor Pichly, widow, for ever. She is executor. Witnesses: J. Silvester, Solicitor, Sheerness, C. Barkars, Sheerness and John Hooker, Junior, Sheerness. Proved 22nd August 1815 481. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF THOMAS WHITE OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 22nd OF OCTOBER 1781 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE THOMAS WHITE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF JANUARY 1821 AGED 85 YEARS ALSO JAMES SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 4th OF NOVEMBER 1804 AGED 32 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 17th June 1818 Thomas White of Gillingham, Yeoman Desires to be carried to burial ground on men's shoulders. To brother Henry, £50. All his goods, investments, household furniture, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to Francis Smith White alias Francis Smith White Sparkes, Harriet White Sparkes, Thomas White White alias Thomas White Sparkes, reputed children of his late son, james by Martha Sparkes, spinster, equally shared at 21 years. Desires executors to carry on farming business until above grandchildren are all over 21, then to sell business to Francis Smith White Sparkes, who is to pay a fair valuation for the stock and crops. Friends, Isaac Friday, of Gillingham, Miller and William Pell of Rainham, Butcher, executors and guardians of the grandchildren, until they are all 21. Witnesses: John Stunt and William Lyng Proved 12th April 1821 482. Ledger over Vault IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF MR ROBERT DURHAM OF THE PARISH OF GILLINGHAM WHO DIED 13th NOVEMBER 1823 AGED 66 YEARS "The Winter of Trouble is Past, The Storm of Affliction is O’er, Her Struggle is Ended at Last, And Sorrow and Death are no more, She was a Loving Virtuous Wife, Who Sooth’d the Rugged Path of Life, And now is Crown’d with Heavenly Bliss, In Everlasting Happiness" ALSO THE ABOVE MR ROBERT DURHAM WHO DIED 3rd MAY 1839 AGED 84 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 8th November 1838 Robert Durham, of Gillingham, Gentleman Body to be interred in family vault in Gillingham churchyard. To James Beal of Chatham, Baker and Mary Ann Durham, his wife, £5 each; to Ann Durham Beal, their daughter, £10, to Sarah Ann Durham, another daughter, £10, to James Durham Beal, their son, £10. To James Gilbert one of his executors, £10, to other executor, john London, £10. To Elizabeth Tinker, now living with him, an annuity of £20 for life. After her death, the annuity to her daughter, Eleanor Tinker, for life. To Robert Durham Beal, son of James, his silver tankard and silver watch. To Mary Ann Durham Shrewsbury, daughter of James, silver tea pot and china. To James Gilbert of Brompton, Surgeon and John London of Gillingham, Yeoman, all personal estate, upon trust. They to sell and to pay debts and funeral costs etc. His two houses in Church Street, Gillingham, occupied by Francis Couves and three houses in Christmas Street, Gillingham, occupied by William Allen, William Wood and [ ] Dowling, to his trustees, to sell or mortgage, proceeds from the two houses to James Beal and his wife, for ever. Proceeds from the three houses to Sarah Simmonds of Rochester, widow, for life. After her death, to the children of James Beal shared equally. To William Tong of Gillingham, Bricklayer, his own house in Christmas Street, for ever, subject to an annuity for four years after testators', paid to trustees to pay debts and funeral costs and legacies, etc. To Elizabeth Tinker, for life, the house occupied by Francis Couves, next to the house, in trust for James Beal and his wife, occupied by Edward Adams, together with the yard for washing and drying of clothes and use of the well. After her death, to her daughter Elizabeth Eleanor Tinker for life. After her death, to Robert Durham Beal son of James, forever. Executors are also trustees. Witnesses: Walter Hills, Solicitor, Chatham and G F Newnham?, Carpenter, Gillingham. Proved 15th May 1839. 483. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF WILLIAM FORDHAM DIED 17th NOV 1831 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM FORDHAM DIED 26th JAN 1836 AGED 77 YEARS 484. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM SAYWELL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY THE 5th 1785 AGED 40 YEARS ALSO OF MARY FORDHAM WIFE OF WILLIAM FORDHAM (AND FORMERLY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM SAYWELL) WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE DECEMBER THE 18th 1788 AGED 42 YEARS LIKEWISE OF JOHN AND WILLIAM FORDHAM WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY Rear IN MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM SAYWELL WHO DIED MARCH 13th 1834 AGED 54 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED MAY 11th 1848 AGED 60 YEARS ALSO JOHN FRIEND SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED AT ALBERT TOWN, SOUTH AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 8th 1842 AGED 28 YEARS 485. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH MILES OF THIS PARISH FORMERLY OF UPCHURCH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 26th OCT 1803 AGED 59 YEARS 486. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOHN MALCOLM PASLEY WHO DIED 1st AUGST MDCCCXXXI AGED XVI YEARS 487. Chest Tomb IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN VINALL OF THIS PARISH MANY YEARS MASTER BRICKLAYER OF HIS MAJESTY’S YARD CHATHAM WHO DIED THE 7th SEPT 1786 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 4th OF MARCH 1769 IN THE 34th YEAR OF HER AGE LIKEWISE FOUR OF THEIR CHILDREN TWO SONS AND TWO DAUGHTERS MRS MARY VINALL WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 29th MARCH 1805 AGED 76 YEARS ANN JUDITH VINALL DIED MARCH 5th 1826 AGED 38 YEARS MRS JUDITH VINALL DIED JANUARY 30th 1834 AGED 70 YEARS JOHN VINALL SON OF THE ABOVE JOHN AND ANN VINALL WAS BORN THE 27th OF NOVEMBER 1761 AND DIED THE 12th OF OCTOBER 1846 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 27th March 1786 John Vinall of Gillingham, Master Bricklayer of H.M. Dockyard Son John, wife Mary and daughter Mary, are executors as long as latter two remain unmarried, when they marry their executorship ceases. To sister Ann wife of [ ] Banks of Sturle?, Sussex, £10; to son and daughter, John and Mary, £400 each. To wife, £20, also an annuity of £10, from his house in Wood Street, Brompton, occupied by William Court, as long as she remains his widow. This house goes to son John, for ever. His house in Seaford, Sussex, occupied by his brother, Edward, to brother Edward, for ever. To his wife his now dwelling house in Middle Street, Brompton and furniture, shared with daughter, for life. After wife's death, or marriage, the furniture is shared between his son and daughter. Residue after debts and funeral costs, to wife and children, equally shared. If son should marry either of the daughters of Thomas Sutton of Brompton, Victualler, then his legacies are void and he will not be an executor, in that case he gets 1 shilling only. Then the £400 legacy and house in Wood Street, and share of furniture of his own house, subject to wife's life interest, and share of residue to daughter Mary, for ever and she will be sole executor after wife's death or remarriage. Witnesses: George Giles, John Prall and Henry Hills Proved 26th September 1786 488. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF RICHARD RUDYERD, ESQ WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd OF OCTOBER 1793 AGED 84 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 7th May 1793 Richard Rudyerd the Elder of Chatham, Gentleman All of his estate, after usual costs, to wife Ann, absolutely. She is executor. Witnesses: G. Vanderlaan and William Jefferys, Attorney, Chatham Proved 28th November 1783 489. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM HARDINGE WHO DIED THE 5th OF NOVEMBER 1795 AGED 52 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 28th October 1795 William Hardinge of Brompton To sister, Mary Hooper, £20; to brother Benjamin, £20; to mother, Sarah, £30 annuity, for life. Residue to wife Sarah. To friend Thomas ? Andrews, a ring. Wife is executor. Witnesses: Thomas W. Andrews, Richard Rudd and William Spencer Proved 4th December 1795 490. Headstone and Body Stone JAMES LARKIN DIED JULY 24th 1801 IN HIS 74th YEAR 491. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MICHAEL LARKIN LATE FOREMAN OF THE RIGGERS IN HIS MAJESTY’S DOCKYARD AT CHATHAM IN WHICH STATION HE SERVED UPWARDS OF 33 YEARS AND DEPARTED THIS LIFE JAN 6th 1763 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO TWO GRANDCHILDREN, JOHN AND MICHAEL LOCK ALSO MRS ANN LARKIN MOTHER TO THE ABOVE MICHAEL LARKIN DEPARTED THIS LIFE APRIL 28th 1763 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZTH LARKIN WIFE OF THE ABOVE MICHAEL LARKIN DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANUARY 21st 1766 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM GRANT DIED APRIL 1st 1779 AGED 1 YEAR Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 13th December 1752 Michael Larkin, of Chatham, Foreman Rigger H.M. Dockyard All of his property to wife Elizabeth, for life. After her death, to his children, James, Elizabeth, Anne Hanmer and Michael, for ever, equally shared. To son James, £10 at 21 and all his clothes; to his three daughters, £20 each as follows, £10 on day of marriage or at 21, and/or £10 at 21 years. To son Michael, £40, this to be retained by executor, to put him out apprentice at appropriate age, also his watch, gold studs and silver knee buckles. After payment of debts and funeral costs, etc., residue as follows, ½ to wife, ½ divided equally between his five children at 21 years, or day of wife's remarriage. Wife and son James are executors. Witnesses: William Jennis, John Miller and William Stubbs Proved 21st January 1763 492. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF JOHN PEIRCE OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JAN 14th 1793 AGED 22 YEARS SAMUEL LONDON AND ELIZABETH ANN THEIR OFFSPRING DIED IN THEIR INFANCY THE ABOVE NAMED JOHN PEIRCE DIED THE 10th OF MARCH 1799 AGED 30 YEARS WILLIAM SON OF WILLIAM & MARY FIELD DIED MARCH 26th 1801 AGED 8 MONTHS MR WILLIAM FIELD DIED 24th DECEMBER 1801 AGED 34 YEARS ROBERT ESSEX PEIRCE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 1st JUNE 1819 AGED 21 YEARS Rear "The Memory of the Just is Blessed" SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS MARY FIELD LATE OF BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH FORMERLY WIFE OF JOHN PEIRCE (NAMED ON THE OTHER SIDE HEREOF) SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 5th DAY OF DECEMBER 1844 IN THE 70th YEAR OF HER AGE LEAVING ISSUE (BY HER FIRST HUSBAND) TWO DAUGHTERS TO LAMENT THE LOSS OF THE MOST AFFECTIONATE PARENT ALSO JOHN THOMAS SON OF MR JOHN PEIRCE AND ELIZABETH CATT OF CHATHAM WHO DIED NOVEMBER 19th 1850 AGED 5½ YEARS ALSO FREDERICK THEIR SON WHO DIED OCTOBER 24th 1850 AGED 2½ YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 30th November 1801 William Field of Brompton, Butcher All of estate to wife, Mary, for ever. She is executor. Witnesses: John Prall, Attorney, Rochester, Joshua Bone of Rochester, Tailor and Edward Owden of Brompton, Tailor 493. Chest Tomb HERE LYETH INTERRED THE BODY OF ELIZABETH BUTTON DAUGHTER OF JAMES TAPLEY OF STROUD* AND WIFE OF THOMAS BUTTON MASTER SAIL MAKER OF HIS MAJESTY’S DOCKYARD AT CHATHAM WHO DIED THE 26th MARCH 1715 IN THE 36th YEAR OF HER AGE AND LEFT ISSUE TWO SONS AND ONE DAUGHTER HERE LYETH YE BODY OF THOMAS BUTTON LATE MASTER SAIL MAKER OF HIS MAJESTY’S YARD AT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 17th DAY OF MARCH 1728 IN THE 58th YEAR OF HIS AGE LEAVING ISSUE TWO SONS FRANCIS AND JAMES Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 3rd August 1727 Thomas Button of Gillingham, Master Sail Maker, H. M. Dockyard To Margaret Rich wife of Henry, Shipwright, £8 for mourning; to brother Francis, £6 for mourning; to sister, Elizabeth Palmer, £6 for mourning. To son Francis, £550. Residue including money in South Sea Company and South Sea Annuities, to son James, for ever, except rings, plate, jewels, woollen, linen, household goods, equally shared between sons James and Francis. His two houses or farm houses, stables, orchards and pieces of land in St.Warburgh, alias Hoo, occupied by Edward Chapman and a house in Brompton in his own occupation, to son Francis and his heirs for ever. In default of heirs to son James and his heirs for ever. Two leasehold houses in Chatham occupied by Mr Williams and Mr ( ? ), to son Francis for rest of term. His farm in St.Warburgh occupied by Thomas Knight and another farm in Hoo occupied by Thomas Goldsmith and a third farm in Hoo occupied by Robert Heald?, and four houses in Brompton occupied by Edward Hammond, Valentine Watts, Thomas Larkin and Edward Childs, to son James for ever, in default of heirs to son Francis for ever. If both sons die without leaving heirs, then to brother Francis for ever. Two houses at Newington occupied by John Benkins and John Atnoke, to Margaret Rich, for ever. Witnesses: Anthony Plummer, Henry Wilkins and Thomas Johnson Proved 18th June 1729 494. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOHN LAREMAR WHO DIED THE 30th MARCH 1756 AGED 65 ALSO SARAH HIS WIFE WHO DIED THE 2nd OF NOVR 174[ ] AGED [ ] YEARS "We are Meet Again [ ]" 495. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR SAMUEL WARREN WHO DIED THE 29th MARCH 1805 AGED 63 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH WARREN SISTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 21st MARCH 1826 AGED 83 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 19th March 1783 Samuel Warrin of Brompton, Shipwright To his two sisters, Elizabeth and Ann Warrin, of London, all of his estate, equally shared, subject to payment of debts and funeral costs, etc. They are his executors. Witnesses: Henry Essenhigh and John Pichley Proved 8th April 1805 496. Thick Ledger of Brick Base HERE LYETH INT[ERRED] ADAM LAREMAR OF THIS [PARISH] WHO [DEPARTED THIS LIFE] [ ] [1689] Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated1st February 1683 Adam Lorimar, Shipwright of Gillingham To grand daughter, Frances, daughter of Abraham Northrop of Chatham, Shipwright, his house, occupied by [ ] Faircloath and Richard Read; to grandson, Adam son of above Abraham, his house occupied by George Jackson; also to Frances and Adam, £10 each. If both these grandchildren die without heirs, then the houses and the £20 to his sons, William and John, equally shared; to (hidden by crease), son of William Lorimor , house and marshland which testator lives in. 20 shillings each to all his godchildren, Amy Adams, wife of Henry of Gillingham; Adam Rayner; Adam Alloway; Adam son of Nicolas Stancell; Adam Northrop; Thomas Twister and Richard Willard. 40 shillings to the poor widows of Gillingham at the discretion of his executors. To Abraham Northrop, son in law, 30 shillings to buy a ring. Sons William and John are executors. Real estate at Harstow (Lower Halstow?) and St. Walbough, alias Hoo (St. Werburgh), occupied by John Gillett and his houses in Gillingham occupied by John Francis, Robert Smyth, Robert Noble and Nicolas Stancell, his personal estate and money to sons William and John, equally shared. They to pay legacies and funeral costs. The chest in his chamber with linen in it, to son John, this was his mother's desire. If son William dies without heirs, then all to son John and likewise if John dies without heirs. Signs will with his mark Witnesses: John Bullard, Thomas Morgan and Joane Hammond Proved 14th May 1689. Granted to son John 497. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR ROBERT REED OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 17th MARCH 1798 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO OF MRS SARAH REED WIFE OF MR JAMES REED LATE OF WOOLWICH AND DAUGHTER IN LAW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 5th MAY 1822 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO MR JAMES REED SON OF THE ABOVE MR ROBERT REED WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 16th JULY 1832 AGED 43 YEARS Universal British Directory, 1795 Robert Reed, Tailor 498. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF RACHEL WIFE OF MR WILLM LAREMAR SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE JAN THE 28th 1763 AGED 51 YEARS ALSO HERE LIES THREE SONS AND TWO DAUGHTERS LEFT ISSUE THREE SONS AND ONE DAUGHTER ALSO THE ABOVE MR WILLM LAREMAR WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 24th DECR 1780 IN THE 69th YEAR OF HIS AGE Rear JAMES HOWELL DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANY THE 28th 1793 AGED 32 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 25th November 1780 William Laremar the Elder of Brompton, Shipwright To grandson, James Howell, his silver watch. To each of his grand daughters, Elizabeth and Ann Howell, a gold ring. Ready money, goods, chattels, securities, furniture and household goods, benefits from the Admirable? Society of Shipwrights and wages due from Chatham Dockyard, to his children, William and Adam and Mary Howell, equally shared. Son William and daughter Mary are executors. Witnesses: William Taylor, Robert Dadd and John Sommerton Proved 13th January 1781 499. Headstone and Foot Stone MARY WIFE OF MR JAMES HOWELL DAUGHTER OF MR WILLM LAREMAR DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF APRIL 1781 AGED 46 YEARS ALSO THREE DAUGHTERS MARY, RACHEL AND SUSANNA LEFT ISSUE ONE SON AND THREE DAUGHTERS "In Faith she Died, in Dust she Lies, But Faith Forsees that Dust shall Rise, When Jesus Christ is Souverine Word, Calls his Saints to meet their Lord" ALSO THE ABOVE MR JAMES HOWELL DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 11th SEPTEMR 1789 AGED 64 YEARS "Oh! Let us then our Souls Prepare, For that Uncertain Hour, Lest Death should end our Pain and Care, In Sin by Satan’s Power" Rear IN MEMORY OF MARY ANN WIFE OF MR SAMUEL REED WHO DIED SEPTEMBER 29th 1838 AGED 43 YEARS 500. Headstone and Two Body Stones ANN & JAMES WHITE - RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER IN MEMORY OF ELIZTH WIFE OF JAMES WHITE OF CHATHAM DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 12th OF MARCH 1771 AGED 49 YEARS ALSO JAMES WHITE, GENT DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd OF JULY 1785 IN THE 66th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO SARAH HIS WIFE DEPARTED THIS LIFE APRIL THE 25th 1787 AGED 55 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated 28th August 1782 James White of Chatham, Victualler To wife, Sarah and nephew Thomas White, son of brother Henry White, his three freehold houses in Chatham, occupied by William Whitehead, [ ] Creed and [ ] Weeks, upon trust. They are to sell and pay his debts, probate and legacies. Residue of money divided between brothers Henry and his children, Thomas, Henry and Elizabeth wife of John Walter, equally shared. The share of Elizabeth to be held by Charles Townson of Chatham, Book Seller and William Pool of Chatham, Hatter, on her behalf and that of her children. Two freehold houses in Chatham, occupied by George Peter to Charles Townson and William Pool, upon trust. If brother Henry dies in testator's lifetime leaving his now wife Mary, his share goes to her. If they both die in that time, then to their children, equally shared, Elizabeth's share held as before. If any of them die in testator's lifetime, leaving lawful heirs, their share to the child/children. If any die with no lawful heirs, their share divided between the survivors. To wife Sarah two freehold houses in Chatham occupied by George Peter, for life. After her death, to his trustees, upon trust, to sell and pay £20 for wife's funeral and to pay remainder to nephews and nieces, equally shared. Trustees to invest Elizabeth's share and pay her interest and/or principal as they think fit. If she dies before the whole of the money is fully paid, then remainder to her children, shared equally. Trustees can use the money towards children's maintenance and education. Also to his trustees his leasehold house in Holborn Lane, known by the sign of the "King's Arms", held on lease from the Mayor and Citizens of Rochester for 21 years from 25th March 1781, upon trust, his wife to dwell there for rest of term, after her death, if she dies while lease is still in force, trustees to sell and pay proceeds to nephews and nieces. To wife all household goods, furniture, plate, linen, china, etc. absolutely. He gives and forgives brother Henry and John Walter all the sums they owe him. To all the grandchildren of his mother, Elizabeth Woolsey, John Jacques, son of John Jacques of Chatham, Gentleman, Sarah Stirle, wife of John, John Day son of John Day of Deptford, Master Sail Maker, Elizabeth Sturgis wife of [ ] Sturgis of Deptford, Painter, Thomas and James Woolsey of Chatham, Victuallers, 5 guineas each. To, trustees, a mourning ring each. Residue to wife, for ever. Wife and nephew Thomas White are executors. Witnesses: J. Simmons, R. Simmons and James Read Proved July 8th 1785 Goods and Chattels value less than £600 Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. Any errors noticed by other researchers will be gratefully received so that we can amend our pages to give as accurate a record as possible. Please send details to research@kentarchaeology.org.uk | M.I.s nos. 501 to 612 of St Magdalene Church, Gillingham transcribed by D.L. Williams from a listings by Captain Connolly R.E. in 1862 Gillingham Church M.I.s with Index of names from gravestones Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham recorded in 1862 by Captain Connolly, Royal Engineers. Concise Wills and other notes added by D.E. Williams 2015. M.I.s numbers 501 to 612 501. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOHN SMART OF THIS PARISH HE DIED THE 19th OF OCTOBER1779 AGED 72 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF JOHN SMART SHE DIED THE 4th OF MAY 1775 AGED 50 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 14th June 1770 John Smart of Gillingham, Yeoman To nephew, William Smart of Gillingham, Yeoman, all goods and chattels, stock and effects, horses, cows, sheep and other livestock, household goods, bedding, linen, plate, china, clothes, instruments of husbandry, for ever, subject to the following charges: Payment of debts and funeral costs and legacies to Mary wife of Thomas White, Yeoman, £10; to Martha Smart, Spinster, daughter of William Smart of Charing, Gentleman, £20; to John Moore of Chilham, £10; to Elizabeth, wife of Joseph Cooper of Kingstead ? , Kent, Yeoman, £10; to Mary Moore of Canterbury, Spinster, sister of Elizabeth Cooper, £10; to Amey wife of Joseph Burley of Newnham, £10. Nephew, William Smart is executor. Witnesses: Henry Rain and Robert Wise Proved 17th October 1780 502. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JAMES LEWIS OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF OCTOBER 1802 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO ANN LEWIS WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 7th OF JANUARY 1831 AGED 76 YEARS Rear SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN MADDOCKS WHO DIED THE 7th OF APRIL 1854 AGED 76 YEARS ALSO THOMASINE WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 12th OF JULY 1858 AGED 73 YEARS ALSO JOHN AND GEORGE SONS OF THE ABOVE WH0 DIED IN THEIR INFANCY Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated and 17th October 1802 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 19th March 1854 James Lewis, of Gillingham, Yeoman All estate to wife, Elizabeth, for life; after her death, to John and Ann Frederick, children of her former husband, John Frederick, and to daughter Elizabeth Lewis, at 21 years, for ever. If his wife dies before they are 21, then when they are 21, they are to have £50 each. Wife and her son, John are executors. Witnesses: W. Stone, Thomas Cox and Henry Heath Proved January 1803 John Maddocks of Gillingham, Butcher From money owning to him, stock and effects, sufficient money to be raised for the support of daughters, Catherine, until she is married, and daughter, Elizabeth until she is 21or married. After debts and funeral costs are paid, the profits from his business to wife and son Edward, in equal shares. There are various articles of furniture belonging to son Edward and daughter Catherine, which are to delivered to them. Daughter Catherine is executor. Witnesses: Lucretia Couves and C. M. Jeall Proved 2nd April 1855 503. Headstone and Foot Stone THOMASINE FREDERICK WIFE OF JOHN FREDERICK DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 8th OF JULY 1778 AGED 64 YEARS ALSO ROBERT FREDERICK SON OF JOHN AND ANN FREDERICK DEPARTED THIS LIFE 1780 AGED 18 YEARS HENRY FREDERICK DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 12th OF AUGUST 1787 AGED 4 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS JOHN FREDERICK DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 8th OF JULY 1792 AGED 46 YEARS JOHN FREDERICK DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 8th OF JANUARY 1845 AGED 46 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 23rd June 1792 John Frederick of Gillingham, Victualler To wife Ann, son John and daughters, Thomasine and Ann, all personal estate, goods and chattels and money to be shared equally after debts and funeral costs are paid. Wife is executor. Witnesses: Robert Frederick, James Ripoth (mark of) and Frances Baker Proved 20th September 1792 504. Headstone and Body Stones IN MEMORY OF RICHARD EDGCUMBE, ESQ. OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED XXIX OF JULY MDCCLXXXIV AGED L YEARS ALSO PIERCE EDGCUMBE, ESQ. OF BROMPTON ONLY SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE XVII OF APRIL MDCCCXXXIV AGED LXV YEARS ALSO TWO SONS OF THE ABOVE PIERCE AND ELEANOR HIS WIFE WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO ELEANOR WIFE OF THE ABOVE NAMED PIERCE WHO DIED THE XXVII OF JANUARY MDCCCXLIV AGED LXIX YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Wills, dated 9th July 1784 and 19th September 1832 Richard Edgcumbe of Brompton, Gentleman Desires to be buried in Gillingham churchyard, as near to the remains of his late children, as possible. To wife Elizabeth, all freeholds and leaseholds in Hartmell, Sydenham Dammerell, Devon and land and property in Milton next Sittingbourne and the house in Brompton he now lives in, and any other freeholds, for as long as she remains his widow. After her death or remarriage, then to son Pierce, for ever. To wife all wines and other liquors. To son Pierce his large silver cup with two handles and cover. To daughter, Sarah his silver coffee pot and a dozen silver spoons. Wife to have use of all household goods and furniture, plate, jewels, rings, linen, woollen, china, etc., for life, same condition as above. To brother and sister in law, John and Susannah Tufry ?, £10 each for mourning. To John Vinall, Junior and his wife Ann, daughters of testator, Thomas Wiseman, Junior, Edmund Wiseman and William Wiseman, £10 each. To brother Gabriel, £100; to Sarah Windcott, £30. To his trustees, brother Gabriel, Joseph Drawbridge of Brompton, Shipwright and William Tapley of Brompton, Gentleman, his trustees, £5 each and 1 guinea for a ring. Residue after after usual costs, to trustees, upon trust. They to invest in Government Funds and pay interest to his wife, for life, as long as she remains his widow. After her death, trustees to transfer £1,900 4% Consols to daughter Sarah at 21 or day of marriage but she must marry with trustees approval and consent. If she dies under 21, then her legacy to son Pierce at 21 for ever. Remainder upon further trust to be divided equally between his son and daughter. Wife, brother Gabriel, Joseph Drawbridge and William Tapley are executors. For the better education of his children, they are in custody of his male trustees until they are 21. Witness: Mary Vavasor, Richard Vavasor and J. Simmons Proved 2nd October 1784 Pierce Edgcumbe, Esquire (Dockyard Clerk), formerly of Brompton, Gillingham then of H. M. Dockyard, Chatham, Plymouth and Woolwich, late of Rochester but now of Brompton, Chatham. Wife Eleanor, good friend Elizabeth Parry of Chatham, Spinster , son Richard and nephew Rev Temple Chevalier, Vicar of St. Andrew the Great, Cambridge, are executors. Desires to be interred in a stout oak coffin, painted black, wants one hearse and one mourners coach, without plumes. To wife Eleanor £100, household goods and furniture, (except silver cup) in his houses at Brompton and Boxley. To son Richard his family silver cup. To son Richard and Temple Chevalier all his property in Sydenham Dammerell, Devon, occupied by Thomas Roskilly, upon several trusts during life of his daughter, Ellen. Rents to her and after her death to her children. (Difficult to read some of this will, some "bleed through"). The property in Devon came to him from his late father, Richard, rents from this to his daughters, Ellen and Rebecca, for life. After their deaths, to son Richard, for ever. To daughter, Ellen an annuity of £50 for life, the same to Emma Pilcher . Executors to lay out £1,000 and pay interest to daughter Ellen and after her death to pay this to Emma Pilcher, in lieu of the annuity. By a marriage settlement dated 1st September 1826, with her late husband, Peter Pilcher, Emma is to discharge the estate from the annuity. Residue of personal estate and effects, upon trust, to sell that not consisting of cash and invest in Public Funds, interest to his wife for life. After her death to son Richard, if he is dead with no lawful heirs, then to daughters, Ellen and Emma, shared equally. Witnesses: George Jewel, M.D. Sackville Street, Piccadilly, J.S. Stephens and M. J. Stephens, Solicitors, Chatham. Proved 9th May 1834 Power reserved to Eleanor Edgcumbe 505. Headstone and Foot Stone SQUIRE - RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER IN MEMORY OF JANE SQUIRE DAUGHTER OF JOHN & SARAH SQUIRE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 24th OF AUGT 1793 AGED 13 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS ALSO ELEANOR AND MARTHA SQUIRE DAUGHTERS OF JOHN AND SARAH SQUIRE WHO BOTH DIED THE 3rd OF SEPTEMBER 1794 ELIZABETH AGED 9 YEARS AND 4 MONTHS AND MARTHA AGED 4 YEARS AND 3 MONTHS JOHN SQUIRE MANY YEARS MASTER GUNNER OF CHATHAM LINES DIED OCT 2nd 1814 AGED 74 YEARS CATHERINE COURT DAUGHTER OF JNO & SARAH SQUIRE DIED DECR 22nd 1823 AGED 30 YEARS SARAH SQUIRE WIFE OF JOHN SQUIRE DIED APRIL 22nd 1825 AGED 69 YEARS 506. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOSEPH BOWER LATE MASTER CARPENTER OF HIS MAJESTY’S DOCKYARD, CHATHAM WHO DIED THE 12th MAY 1806 AGED 36 YEARS ALSO MRS SARAH SHARP WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 13th OF MARCH 1810 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO SEVERAL CHILDREN OF THE ABOVE JOSEPH AND SARAH BOWER WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY VIZ ELIZABETH, WILLIAM AND HARRIOT MR WILLIAM KENNETT WHO DIED THE 7th MARCH 1808 AGED 62 YEARS ALSO MRS SARAH KENNETT WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 7th DAY OF OCTOBER 1810 AGED 60 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 31st March 1806 Joseph Bower, of Gillingham, Master House Carpenter, H. M. Dockyard, Chatham All his estate, after debts and funeral costs, to wife, Sarah, who is executor. Witnesses: George Mitchell and Thomas Scott Proved 5th July 1806 507. Headstone and Body Stone HERE LYETH THE BODY OF MR JOHN EALES MASTER BAKER OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH THE 20th 1762 IN THE 39th YEAR OF HIS AGE HE LEFT A WIFE AND 3 DAUGHTERS HERE ALSO LYETH 3 CHILDREN VIZ JOHN EALES DIED NOVEMBER YE 3rd 1756 AGED 1 YEAR & 8 MONTHS MARY EALES DIED APRIL YE 30th 1756 AGED 1 MONTH ELIZH EALES DIED NOVEMBER YE 30th 1759 AGED 3 YEARS & 8 MONTHS "Lo! I lie here Sleeping in the Dust, Until the Resurrection of the Just, And then our Saviour Christ shall say, "Arise you dead and Come Away"" Rear? IN MEMORY OF SARAH HOLBRUN WIFE OF JOHN HOLBRUN & RELICT OF JOHN EALES DIED OCT 30th 1765 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO ANN HOLBRUN WIFE OF JOHN HOLBRUN DIED MARCH 6th 1781 AGED 63 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE JOHN HOLBRUN DIED APRIL 17th 1790 AGED 74 YEARS 508. Headstone and Body Stone MR NATHANIEL JENNIS LATE COMMISSIONER’S CHIEF CLERK DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 19th JULY 1780 AGED 40 YEARS GEORGE JENNIS HIS SON DIED THE 26th OF SEPTEMBER 1780 AGED 2 YEARS WILLIAM HENRY JENNIS NEPHEW OF THE ABOVE DIED 12th APRIL 1826 AGED 16 YEARS ALSO FRANES JENNIS NIECE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 10th OF JANY 1829 AGED 22 YEARS ALSO MARY ANN JENNIS NIECE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 25th JANY 1829 AGED 29 YEARS MUCH LAMENTED BY ALL FRIENDS ALSO HARRIET JENNIS NIECE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 6th DEC 1842 AGED 42 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd November 1779 Nathaniel Jennis, of Gillingham, Gentleman To George Guy of Chatham, Gentleman and Nicholas Davison of Wood Street, London, Apothecary, all his capital of £1,000 in the 3% Annuities and money raised from his personal estate, to produce enough money in the 3% annuities to raise £100 to be put in the name of his wife, Mary and the above trustees, upon trust, wife to receive the £100 per annum for life. After her death, the income goes to their children at 21 years, when the capital will be transferred to them in equal shares. If no children survive to 21, then to William, Thomas, Mary and Frances Jennis, children of his late brother, William by Frances his wife, shared equally. To Frances Jennis and the above four children, £10 each for mourning. To George Guy and Nicholas Davison, a mourning ring each as a token of his regard for them. George Guy also gets £20. Residue of personal estate, to wife Mary, for ever. She and the other two trustees are executors. Witnesses: William Davis, George Kirby and John Hick, Attorney of Rochester Proved 13th July 1780 509. Headstone and Foot Stone MR WILLIAM JENNIS LATE CARPENTER OF HIS MAJESTY’S SHIP VICTORY DIED THE 12th OF JUNE 1778 AGED 61 YEARS ELIZABETH WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 7th OF OCTOBER 1755 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM JENNIS SON OF THE ABOVE DIED JULY 22nd 1849 AGED 88 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated November 1762 William Jennis Carpenter of H. M. S. Sovereign in Hampshire All estate to wife, Frances, who is executor, except silver plate, which is to be equally divided between his wife and children. £10 to son William for mourning, William also has his silver watch. Witnesses: William Browell and Adam Waddell Proved June 1779 510. Headstone and Foot Stone NELSON - RE-SITED GROUP WEST OF TOWER IN MEMORY OF AUGUSTIN NELSON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 23rd OF MAY 1755 IN THE 75th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO CHRISTIAN HIS WIFE DIED THE 16th OF FEBY 1762 AGED 77 YEARS 511. Headstone and Foot Stone NEWTON - RE-SITED GROUP WEST OF TOWER IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF BENJAMIN NEWTON DIED THE 22nd OF MARCH 1755 IN THE 66th YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO BENJAMIN NEWTON WHO DIED SEPT THE 6th 1755 AGED 63 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 27th March 1755 Benjamin Newton of Gillingham, Gunner of H. M. S. Barfleur All wages due and ready money and investments, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to his sister, Christian Johnson of St. Martin in the Fields, Middlesex , she is executor. Witnesses: William Jennis and Thomas Tomlyn Proved 15th September 1755 512. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ANN LATE WIFE OF GEORGE GOODES SHIPWRIGHT AND DAUGHTER TO CAPT BILLOPP WHO DIED THE 9th OF SEPTEMBER 1757 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO MR GEORGE GOODES LATE MASTER CAULKER AND ASSISTANT OF HIS MAJESTY’S YARD AT SHEERNESS DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd OF MARCH 1760 AGED 56 YEARS 513. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN DAUGHTER OF JOHN AND MARY ANN CROWHURST BORN THE 3rd OF DECEMBER 1823 DIED THE 13th OF JUNE 1843 ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF THE ABOVE JOHN CROWHURST BORN THE 30th OF SEPTEMBER 1781 DIED THE 27th OF JULY 1855 ALSO OF MARY ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE JOHN CROWHURST BORN FEBRUARY 17th 1786 DIED NOVEMBER 3rd 1857 514. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM PUDDOCK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 4th MAY 1825 AGED 64 YEARS "Afflictions Sore Long Time I Bore, Physicians were in Vain, Till God did please to give me Ease, And Free me from the Pain" ALSO SARAH WIFE OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM PUDDOCK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 14th SEPTEMBER 1841 IN THE 85th YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO DANIEL GOODING WHO DIED 24th JANUARY 1833 IN THE 51st YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO CHARLOTTE WIFE OF THE ABOVE DANIEL GOODING WHO DIED 3rd JUNE 1837 AGED 62 YEARS 515. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JANE LETLEY DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND JANE LETLEY WHO DIED JULY 26th 1811 AGED 4 YEARS AND 18 DAYS "Beneath a Sleeping Infant lies, To earth her Ashes Lent, Hereafter shall more Glorious Rise, And none More Innocent" Rear IN MEMORY OF MRS JANE LETLEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANUARY THE 14th 1815 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO DAVID LETLEY WHO WAS UNFORTUNATELY DROWNED IN LONG REACH JANUARY THE 13th 1815 AGED 18 YEARS 516. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MARY FRITH THE WIFE OF JOHN FRITH WHO DIED IN CHILD BED JANY 9th 1811 AGED 35 YEARS "By Death’s dart and through Neglect, I quickly was Summoned hence, And left [ ] Children, Behind and [ ]" 517. Ledger over Brick Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE ELLIS SON OF MR GEORGE ELLIS AND MARY ANN HIS WIFE OF BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 6th DAY OF MAY 1855 AGED 30 YEARS MRS MARY ANN ELLIS DIED JULY 9th 1856 AGED 67 YEARS ALSO FRANCES, CHARLES AND ANN ELLIS WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY 518. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN WHITTHORNE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 1st OF NOV 1814 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO MARY ANN WIFE OF MR JOHN WHITTHORNE WHO DIED NOV 30th 1832 AGED 82 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 6th June 1807 John Whitthorne of Broad Alley, Brompton, Shipwright All freeholds and leaseholds to wife Mary for life, after her death, to their children, Mary wife of Isaac Richmond of Blackwall, Middlesex, Shipwright, and Jonathan and William, for ever, equally shared. All ready money and investments, furniture, and all other effects to wife, she and Stephen Elliott of St. Mary Hoo, Yeoman are executors. Witnesses: Benjamin Haite, Mary Haite and William Poole Proved 14th January 1815 519. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR GEORGE PASSBY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 4th OF JANUARY 1852 AGED 69 YEARS 520. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARTHA WIFE OF JOSEPH BALE WHO DIED NOV THE 9th 1820 AGED 36 YEARS LEAVING A KIND HUSBAND & SIX CHILDREN TO LAMENT THEIR LOSS "Here she lies Sleeping in the Dust, Until the Resurrection of the Just, When our Dear Saviour Christ shall say, "Arise ye Dead and Come Away" 521. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF THOMAS SHEPPARD WHO DIED THE 2nd JANY 1791 AGED 5 WEEKS ALICE SHEPPARD DIED THE 1st MARCH 1794 AGED 2 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS ALICE SHEPPARD WHO DIED THE 9th NOV 1798 AGED 11 DAYS ANNE ELIZABETH SHEPPARD DIED THE 27th MAY 1806 AGED 1 YEAR AND 8 MONTHS 522. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HENRY ESDALE SON OF THOMAS AND AMELIA ESDALE WHO DIED AUGUST 1854 AGED 1 YEAR ALSO JOHN THE BELOVED SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 8th 1857 AGED 6 YEARS "Suffer little Children to come unto Me and Forbid them not, for of such is the Kingdom Of God" 523. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS JANE BOWDER WIDOW OF AMBROSE BOWDER ESQ WHO DIED ON THE 6th AUGUST 1852 AGED 78 YEARS 524. Ledger over Stone Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANNE CATHERINE WIFE OF WILLIAM PAYNE ESQ WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JUNE 23rd 1837 AGED 56 ALSO THE ABOVE MENTIONED WILLIAM PAYNE ESQ WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY 24th 1842 AGED 81 525. Headstone HERE LYETH THE BODY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF PAINE BRIGS DAUGHTER OF WILLM & JANE RODES WHO DIED MAR 31st 1743 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO HER TWO INFANTS LIETH IN THE SAME GRAVE THE SAID WILLIAM RODES DIED 1732 526. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM WHIBLEY WHO DIED THE 21st OF SEPT 1796 AGED 49 YEARS MRS ESTHER BOWDER DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 7th DECEMBER 1806 AGED 26 YEARS REMEMBER HER VIRTUES MR RICHARD WHIBLEY DIED THE 21st OCTOBER 1805 AGED 24 YEARS AND LIES BURIED IN ST. JAMES CHAPEL TOTTENHAM COURT ROAD AMELIA WHIBLEY DIED THE 10th SEPT 1801 AGED 10 MONTHS 527. Chest Tomb IN GRATEFUL REMEMBRANCE OF PARENTAL TENDERNESS WILLIAM SON OF WILLIAM AND ELIZABETH DANN HATH CAUSE THIS TOMB TO BE ERECTED AUGUST 1772 "While speeches o’er thy closed grave, I bend, Accept these tears thou dear departed friend, If e’er from one thy dear memories part, May shame afflict the alienated heart, My grief be doubled, from thy image free, And mirth a torment unchastised by thee" CONTIGUOUS TO THIS TOMB LIE THE REMAINS OF JOHN DANN DIED A.D. 1736 AGED 45 ANN DAUGHTER OF GEORGE AND MARY DANN DIED A.D. 1740 AGED 14 ALSO MARY WIFE OF GEORGE DANN DIED THE 23rd JUNE A.D. 1741 AGED 48 IN THE VAULT UNDER THIS TOMB ARE DEPOSITED THE REMAINS OF JOHN SON OF WILLIAM AND ELIZABETH DANN DIED AN INFANT A.D. 1756 ELIZABETH THE WIFE OF WILLIAM DANN DIED THE 25th MAY A.D. 1760 AGED 27 LEFT ISSUE WILLIAM, GEORGE AND ELIZABETH JANE SECOND WIFE OF WILLIAM DANN DIED THE 26th FEB A.D. 1762 AGED 39 LEFT ISSUE ONE DAUGHTER JANE WILLIAM DANN FATHER OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED OFFSPRING DIED THE 5th OF APRIL A.D. 1762 AGED 38 GEORGE DANN FATHER OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED WILLIAM DIED THE 2nd NOV 1764 AGED 71 GEORGE SON OF WILLIAM AND ELIZABETH DANN DIED THE 29th JANY 1771 AGED 18 ALSO WILLIAM DANN GENT OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 8th OCTOBER 1816 AGED 65 YEARS Side Panel MATW WOODLAND RICHARDSON GENT OF THIS PARISH DIED 24th MARCH 1833 AGED 37 YEARS ALSO MARY DANN ONLY DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 26th OCTOBER 1859 AGED 37 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated17th September 1736 John Dann of Gillingham, Yeoman Appoints friends John Baynard , 1st Clerk in Commissioner’s Office, H. M. Dockyard, Chatham and William Gregory, Surgeon of Gillingham, executors. After debts and funeral costs are paid, to wife Elizabeth, £100 in two installments; to eldest brother George, £20; to younger brother Thomas, £100; to Henry Marshall, living at the "Golden Lyon" in Brompton, in trust, for his sister, Mary wife of Hugh Baines of Tonbridge, Blacksmith, £50 in 5 yearly payments; to his servants, Henry Batten and Margaret Wilson, £5 each. Residue of personal estate to nephew, Thomas Baines, who lives with him at 21 years. If he dies pre 21, then to brother Thomas Dann and sister Mary Baines, equally shared. Mary’s share to be paid by Henry Marshall, as above. Executors to sell stock, corn, cattle, leases and effects and residue of personal estate, money invested at interest, for benefit of nephew, Thomas Baines until he is 21. Income in meantime for his bringing up and for clothes. Witnesses: Henry Belcher and Henry Sheafe Proved 24th September 1736 Power reserved to John Baynard Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 3rd January 1761 William Dann of Gillingham, Yeoman To each of his children, William, George and Elizabeth, £500 to sons at 21 and daughter at 21 or day marriage. In meantime, interest to be used for their maintenance and education. To "honoured father" and the Rev John Jenkinson, Vicar of Gillingham, £500 in trust, to pl;ace out at interest, with consent of his wife, Jane, and to pay interest to his wife for life. After her death, then to his children , equally shared. After debts and funeral costs are paid, residue of ready money, investments, plate, linen, pewter, brass, bedding, household goods, farm implements, cattle, stock, corn, hay, chattels and personal estate, to his three children in equal shares. Father George and Rev Jenkinson are executors and Guardians of his children until they are 21 or day of marriage for daughter. Witnesses: William Twopenny, George St. Lo Man and William James "for my Master, Mr Altham". Proved 21st April 1762 Power reserved to Rev Jenkinson Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 4th April 1764 George Dann the Elder of Gillingham, Yeoman To sister Mary Banes, widow, an annuity of £10 for life, paid from his piece of woodland of 16 acres in Gillingham, near King’s Highway leading from Chatham to Rainham and near Rainham Pond. His house in Lower Rainham or West Rainham, occupied by Samuel Jewiss and his new house in Cross Street Brompton, occupied by John Lezeir, Peruke Maker, his house in Chatham, opposite Cage Lane, occupied by [ ] Stonestreet, the 16 acres of woodland, charge with the £10 annuity, to grandson George Dann, for ever, the house occupied by Jewiss and other properties, above to grandsons William and George Dann, also charged with an annuity of £10, equally shared. His house at Gad’s Hill, Gillingham occupied by [ ] Walter, Labourer, to grand daughter Mary Parr, for ever. His five houses in Brompton on north side of Middle Street, occupied by Alexander Elliott, [ ] Allen, widow, [ ] Jordan, Cordwainer, [ ] Davis, Ropemaker and [ ] Brighton, to grand daughters, Mary Parr, Abigail Parr and Elizabeth Parr, children of Elizabeth wife of John Parr of Rochester, Paviour, for , equally shared. He has already undertaken to give daughter Elizabeth and her husband, £400, he gives Elizabeth £50. All rings and plate which were his late wife’s, to be equally shared by all his grandchildren. To grand daughter Elizabeth Parr, £300 at 21. Residue of ready money, investments, debts, plate, linen, pewter, brass, beds, furniture and household goods and personal estate, after usual costs, to grandsons, William and George Dann, equally shared. He recommends them to the farming business in which he is engaged as well as his rights as executor of his late son William’s will. Grandson William is to have Britton Farm and part of Barn Sole Farm on left side of road leading from Gillingham Street to the London Road; grandson George, Woodland Farm and rest of Barn Sole Farm. Samuel London of Gillingham, Yeoman is executor. Witnesses: William Twopenny, H. Bates and George St. Lo Man Proved December 1764 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 12th September 1813 William Dann of Gilingham After debts and funeral costs are paid, the whole of his estate to his wife Mary for life, on condition she pays the following legacies: To sister Jane wife of Thomas Owen, Surgeon, of Alresford ?, County of Southampton, £100; To her daughter, Dorothy Dann Owen, £50; to Gustavus Nicolls, (brother in law), £50; to nephew Lieut. Colonel Nicolls, £50 and sum he owes; to nephew William Dann Nicolls, Captain, R. A., £50; to niece Ann wife of Rev. William Harrison of Fareham £50; to their son William Dann Harrison, £50; to nephew William Davis, £50; the next three legacies are free of duty; to Laurentia Muddle wife of Edward, £20; to Matthew Woodland Richardson £100 at 21; to Laurentia Muddle, Spinster daughter of above , £100; to John and William Stunt, his executors, to purchase a token of remembrance, each £20; to Matthew Woodland Richardson, an infant who he and Mrs Dann have brought up and educated, to have at 21, ½ part of Great Christmas Meadow, a leasehold the joint property of the testator and John Muddle and during the life of his wife £30 per annum from his fruit plantation. It was intended to give Matthew Richardson the fee simple of Diggins Mead and house and land occupied by Henry French junior, but because of his improper behaviour to him and Mrs Dann, the property goes (after death of his wife) to John Speed Davies, this is half of land called Parkhams with Diggins Mead, occupied by Henry French Senior and Junior; the other half of Parkhams, to Miss Laurentia Muddle. But if after three years, Matthew Richardson proves himself worthy, he requests John Davis and Miss Muddle to convey to him the land on his paying them each £400. If John Davies is serious in residing in his now house, he can without any allowance to Miss Muddle, if he does not Miss Muddle can live there without any allowance to John Davies. If either of them die before his wife, the whole to the survivor, if both die before his wife, then to Matthew Richardson, who must pay testator’s sister, Jane Davies, £100 and £400 between nephews Stephen Jasper and William Dann Nicolls. To sister Jane, £100; to nephews, William Dann Nicolls and Jasper Nicolls, £100 each; to niece Ann Harrison, £100 from remainder of his estate and effects; to nephew John Davies, £50, he is executor and trustee; to William ( ? ) of Lower Rainham, £5; to William Courtland of Gillingham, £5; to Edward Surtley ?, his late shepherd, £5; to Matthew Richardson of Gillingham, £5. Wife, nephews John and William Stunt are executors and trustees with John Davies. Residue, ½ to wife, ½ divided between Ann Harrison, Jasper Nicolls and William Dann Nicolls. Witnesses: Henry French ( ? ), Henry French Junior, Dredgerman and John Stubberfield, Servant to Mr Dann Affidavit 31st December 1816 Joseph Badridge of Fleet Street, London, Silversmith and Thomas Gould of Bread Street, Middlesex, Commision Agent?, are sworn. They knew William Dann well, they confirm will is in his hand and alterations are in his hand. Proved 4th January 1817 528. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF AENEAS AITKIN LATE BOATSWAIN OF H.M.S. DELFT WHO SAILED TWICE ROUND THE WORLD WITH CAPT COOK HE DIED ON THE 5th DAY OF NOV 1806 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED JULY THE 2nd 1815 AGED 74 YEARS 529. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH LOUISA HILLS WIFE OF MR WILLIAM HILLS OF MELVILLE HOSPITAL WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 22nd OF JANUARY 1859 AGED 35 YEARS "Her End was Peace" 530. Chest Tomb TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOSEPH MARSHALL OF THE PARISH OF CHATHAM MASTER PAINTER OF HIS MAJESTY’S YARD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 10th OF SEPT 1788 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH HIS WIFE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 30th OF JAN 1780 AGED 33 YEARS AND TWO SONS AND TWO DAUGHTERS WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ANN MARSHALL DIED DEC 19th 1794 AGED 21 YEARS MARY MARSHALL DIED SEPT 30th 1795 AGED 26 YEARS CHARLOTTE MARSHALL DIED MAY 5th 1797 AGED 22 YEARS Side Panel WITHIN THIS VAULT ALSO LIETH THE REMAINS OF SOPHIA WIFE OF LACHLEN MC LEAN ESQ ACCOUNTANT OF THE CHEST OF GREENWICH DIED 18th AUGUST 1805 AGED 34 YEARS 531. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF JAMES BURRILL LATE OF CHATHAM FOURTH SON OF THE REV JOSEPH BURRILL OF MARCHAM IN THE COUNTY OF YORK HE DIED AT GILLINGHAM MAY 6th 1854 AGED 54 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 7th June 1853 James Burrill of Peckham Lodge, Gillingham To nephew and godsons, William Burrill and Henry Burrill Glaister, £100 each; to Catherine Blyth, spinster, £100 for full mourning, she having paid a lot of attention to him during his illness. To servant Ann Britchley, £10; to Mary Ann Husband, daughter of the late William Husband of York, £50; to servants with him at his death, respectable mourning. Residue shared equally between brother William , sisters Mary Burrill, Elizabeth wife of Rev. William Glaister and Ann widow of John Burrill Appoints William Burrill of Beadell ?, Yorkshire, banker and Edward Winch of Chatham, Brewer, executors. Witnesses: Richard Prall, Solicitor, Rochester and M. Richardson, Gillingham Proved 19th May 1854 Pigot’s Directory 1838 James Burrill, Book Seller, Library and Reading Room, High Street, Chatham 532. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JOSEPH WOOD OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 24th OF JANUARY 1821 AGED 35 YEARS ALSO MRS ANN WOOD WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 1st SEPT 1836 AGED 58 YEARS ALSO JOSIAH ELDEST SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 29th OCT 1829 AGED 20 YEARS ALSO THREE CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY 533. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH ANN WIFE OF LIEUT EDWD N GREENSWORD R. N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 28th AUGT 1812 IN THE 38th YEAR OF HER AGE SHE HAS LEFT SIX CHILDREN TO DEPLORE THE LOSS OF A MOST INDULGENT MOTHER AND SINCERE FRIEND 534. Headstone and Foot Stone "Requiscat in Pace" HIS OF YOUR CHARITY PRAY FOR THE SOULS OF PATRICK GORMAN WHO DIED 20th SEPT 1832 AGED 70 ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 11th MAY 1835 AGED 73 HUGH SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 4th FEB 1845 AGED 43 OWEN MORIARTY SON IN LAW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 31st JANY 1858 AGED 62 "Eternal rest, give them, O lord, And let Perpetual Light shine upon them" Amen THIS STONE IS ERECTED BY MARY ANN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE AND WIDOW OF OWEN MORIARTY AS A TRIBUTE TO DUTY AND LOVE Pigot’s Dirctory,1838 Owen Moriarty, Book Seller (Catholic), Manor Street, Brompton 535. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF THOMAS WISE OF THIS PARISH SHE DIED MARCH THE 14th 1757 AGED 33 YEARS MARY THEIR DAUGHTER DIED DEC THE 2nd 1773 AGED 17 YEARS ALSO SARAH HIS SECOND WIFE DIED JANUARY THE 18th 1788 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH HIS THIRD WIFE DIED APRIL THE 8th 1804 AGED 65 YEARS MR THOMAS WISE HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 15th JANUARY 1805 AGED 83 YEARS Rear NEAR THIS PLACE LIETH THE BODY OF B [ ] WILLIAMS? OF THIS PARISH DIED APRIL THE 25th 1795 AGED 21 YEARS 536. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS BRYANT WHO DIED 14th MAY 1830 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO OF MRS ANN BRYANT WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 16th OCTOBER 1817 AGED 66 YEARS ALSO OF MR FRANCIS BRYANT BROTHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 11th AUGUST 1772 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO OF MR JOHN BRYANT FATHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 18th SEPTEMBER 1815 AGED 88 YEARS 537. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM HARRY PARKER ONLY SON OF CAPTAIN GASCOIGNE R. M. AND LOUISA HIS WIFE WHO DIED ON THE 24th DAY OF DECEMBER 1850 AGED 14 MONTHS 538. Headstone and Foot Stone I.H.S. IN MEMORY OF ELLA MAUD THE BELOVED CHILD OF CAPTAIN FRANCIS HARRY NOOTT R.M. L. I. WHO DIED MAY 10th 1858 AGED 11 MONTHS AND 7 DAYS ALSO OF DONALD FRANCIS HARRY BROTHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED DECEMBER 31st 1858 AGED 5 MONTHS 539. Headstone and Foot Stone MR ERASMUS HURD CARPENTER ROYAL NAVY DIED 30th MAY 1825 AGED 96 YEARS ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH HURD WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 25th JANUARY 1855 AGED 94 YEARS 540. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN ALEXANDER DRUMMOND THE BELOVED AND ONLY SON OF JOHN DRUMMOND ESQ. DEPUTY MEDICAL INSPECTOR OF HOSPITALS MELVILLE HOSPITAL CHATHAM BORN JUNE 6th 1848 DIED JUNE 8th 1857 AGED 9 YEARS AND 2 DAYS "For of such is the Kingdom of Heaven" Mark 10 14 541. Ledger over Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY BENNETT SMITH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 8th OF JANUARY 1857 AGED 47 YEARS ALSO MRS MARY SMITH MOTHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED ON THE 20th OF AUGUST 1857 AGED 77 YEARS 542. Headstone, Body Stone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN CHAPELL FORMERLY OF CAWSAND LATE CHIEF MATE OF HIS MAJESTY’S RECEIVING CUTTER STAG STATIONED AT THE PORT OF GRIMSBY HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY 26th 1820 AGED 54 YEARS543. Headstone IN MEMORY OF FRANCIS JOHN DRAKE LATE BOATSWAIN IN THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DIED AT JAMAICA JULY 9th 1822 AGED 39 YEARS ………..Ground Level……….. FRAN SARAH DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED NOV 17th 1822 AGED 3 MONTHS "The Great Jehovah, full of Love, An Angel Bright did send, To fetch this Little Harmless Dove, To Joys that Never End" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 5th October 1820 Francis Drake, Boatswain of H.M. Sloop Rinaldo All estate, wages due, to wife Mary of Rochester. Joseph Woodhead of 10 Lyon’s Inn, Strand, London, executor. Witnesses: John Dowling, Gillingham Street and James Boss , Gunner H.M.S. Rinaldo Proved 14th May 1824 544. Headstone Wholly in ground, no surviving inscription 545. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TP THE MEMORY OF MR ALEXANDER MORTON LATE BOATSWAIN OF H. M. DOCKYARD CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 13th MAY 1842 AGED 66 YEARS Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, (on Naval Will Form) dated 18th October 1809 Alexander Morton, Boatswain of H.M.S. Centuar All estate to wife Sarah, "now living at Portsea, she is executor. Witnesses: William Biddulph, 1st Lieutenant and Edward Strong, Master Proved 30th June 1842 546. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR BENJAMIN OAKSHOTT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 7th OF FEBRUARY A.D. 1846 AGED 46 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 13th September 1842 Benjamin Oakshott, late acting Master Shipwright of H.M. Dockyard, Bermuda, now of Sheerness Household goods and furniture, all monies and rest of estate, to wife, Betsey; after her death, the residue shared equally between his children at 21. For any children under 21, then upon trust, to nephew, John Piddell, towards their maintenance and education and advancement, until youngest is 21, then shared equally by them. If he has no children living, at wife’s death or their lawful issue living, then to his four sisters, shared equally. Wife is executor. Witnesses: N. Farley and T. Coffee Proved 30th March 1846 547. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH EVE WHO DIED THE 2nd OF AUGUST 1804 AGED 33 YEARS ALSO MR JOHN EVE HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 24th OF OCTOBER 1843 AGED 77 YEARS THEIR NUMEROUS FAMILY ARE ALSO INTERRED IN THIS CHURCHYARD THIS STONE IS ERECTED AS A TRIBUTE OF AFFECTION BY THEIR DUTIFUL SON JOHN O. EVE 548. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ISABELLA WIFE OF THOS. BURR PLUMBER OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED MAY THE 21st 1770 AGED 49 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE THOS. BURR DIED NOVEMBER THE 17th 1783 AGED 64 YEARS GEORGE SON OF THE ABOVE THOS. AND ISABELLA BURR WHO DIED THE 24th OF APRIL1793 AGED 41 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 2nd December 1769 Thomas Burr, of Gillingham, Plumber and Glazier His real and personal estate to pay debts and funeral costs etc. His dwelling house in Gillingham and piece of ground on the east side, lately purchased from Mr Ann Searle, to his wife, Isabella, for life. Also his house and lands, wherever, ready money, investments, mortgages, debts, jewels, rings, watches, plate, linen, brass, pewter, beds, stock in trade, household goods, chattels, to wife for life; she is executor and guardian to their children, George, Thomas, Sarah and John. After his wife’s death, his house and piece of land, residue and stock in trade, to brother Richard of Maidstone, Ironmonger and James Irwin of Rochester, Glazier and Plumber, in trust, to pay rents and income from personal estate, towards maintenance and education of his children, until son John is 21. When John is 21, they are to sell trust property and share proceeds equally among the children. Brother and Irwin are executors. Witnesses: William King, William Tapley and Richard Bristow Proved October 1787 549. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ANN JONES WHO DIED 1st SEPTEMBER 1836 AGED 84 YEARS JOHN RIXTON DIED 15th NOV 1840 AGED 92 YEARS 550. Headstone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS P. J. ROWE OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED 7th JANUARY 1846 AGED 56 YEARS Rear IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM PALMER DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANUARY THE 17th 1778 AGED 53 YEARS AND 10 MONTHS ELIZABETH HIS WIFE DIED APRIL THE 11th 1779 AGED 52 YEARS AND 5 MONTHS LEFT ISSUE FOUR SONS VIZ THOMAS, JOHN, RICHD AND PETER PEIRCE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 13th December 1845 Thomas Rowe of Brompton, Gentleman To wife Lydia, household furniture and goods which belonged to her previous to their marriage and use of all other furniture and goods, pictures, books and print, for life, as long as she remains his widow. An inventory to be made, a copy to wife and another copy to one of his executors, Thomas Goodhand. After his wife’s death or remarriage, his gold watch to Thomas Peter Rowe Goodhand. To Sally Watkins Goodhand, his silver pint tankard, plated watch and her late aunt’s mourning ring. To Charlotte wife of Thomas Jerman, a silver milk pot, pair of silver table spoons, silver sugar tongs. To Matilda Goodhand a pair of silver table spoons, silver sugar tongs and silver pepper box. To Louisa Goodhand silver table spoon, 11 silver tea spoons and silver fish kite? To the above Thomas Goodhand of Chatham, Pawnbroker, testator’s late father’s mourning ring and his silver watch. Residue of household furniture and goods to wife, for life during her widowhood. The latter to be sold after her death and proceeds to be used as hereafter directed. All real and leasehold estate to wife, for life, as above, in trust with Thomas Goodhand, after wife’s death or remarriage, to sell and pay off mortgage of £600. Remainder divided equally between Thomas Peter Rowe Goodhand, Charlotte Jerman, Matilda Goodhand, Sally Goodhand and Louisa Goodhand, children of his half -sister, Charlotte wife of Thomas Goodhand. Residue of personal estate, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to his wife, absolutely, she and Thomas Goodhand are executors. Witnesses: George Essell, Solicitor, Rochester and James Dully, Surgeon, Brompton Proved 8th May 1846 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 30th July 1765 William Palmer of Brompton, Victualler To wife Elizabeth, his house at Brompton, occupied by William Fox, for life; after her death, to his three sons, Thomas, John and Richard, equally divided, for ever. To his trustees, Robert Spray of Brompton, Bricklayer and Samuel Jones of East Malling, gentleman, £100, upon trust, to use interest towards the maintenance and education of his son Thomas, until he is 21, then to transfer the capital to him. Another sum of £100 to his trustees, for benefit of son John, as above. A sum of £150 to his trustees for benefit of son Richard, as above. His trustees are executors and guardians of his sons until they are 21. Witnesses: Slew? Sarndens, John Dafforne and Richard Simmons Proved 31st January 1778 551. Headstone and Ledger over Brick Vault IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM PALMER SON OF WILLM. & ELIZH. PALMER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER THE 14th 1763 AGED 15 YEARS & 3 MONTHS Rear NEAR THIS PLACE LIES THE REMAINS OF SEVERAL CHILDREN OF RICHARD AND SUSANNA PALMER WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY VIZ. WILLIAM, WILLIAM FRANCIS, RICHARD AND FANNY ELIZABETH PALMER DIED THE 14th OF JUNE 1794 AGED 8 YEARS & 3 MONTHS Ledger SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SUSANNAH PALMER WHO DIED 25th OCTOBER 1856 AGED 73 YEARS 552. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR GEORGE PALMER WHO DIED THE 9th OF DECR 1832 AGED 38 YEARS 553. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF MR RICHARD PALMER WHO DIED THE 23rd MAY 1806 AGED 45 YEARS ALSO SUSANNA WIFE OF THE ABOVE MR RICHARD PALMER DIED THE 28th FEBRUARY 1826 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO SEVERAL CHILDREN OF THE ABOVE RICHARD AND SUSANNA PALMER WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY VIZ WILLIAM, WILLIAM, FRANCES, RICHARD AND FANNY ALSO ELIZABETH PALMER WHO DIED THE 14th JUNE 1794 AGED 8 YEARS AND 3 MONTHS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 22nd May 1806 Richard Palmer of Gillingham, Inn Keeper All of his estate to wife Susanna, formerly Haite, daughter of Frank Haite, late of Gillingham, Shipwright; she is executor. Witnesses: Edward Wickham, Benjamin Haite and H. Friend Codicil 22nd May 1806 To brother Peter Pierce Palmer, £30; to brother John, £20 Witnesses: As above Proved 23rd July 1806 From C.S. Leeds, "Chats about Gillingham", 1906, from the Gentleman’s Magazine ? "Died (May 23rd) 1806, at Brompton, near Chatham, in Kent, after a short illness, aged 44, Mr Palmer. He was a man of uncommon corpulence, and was induced, about three weeks ago, to go to London to see that prodigy of bulk and fatness, Mr Lambert. Mr P. weighed about 25 stone, or 350 pounds, and although five men of moderate size have been buttoned in his waistcoat he was comparatively of a diminutive size when placed by the side of Mr Lambert. The window of the room were obliged to be taken out to admit the corpse being taken from the house, from which to the place of interment it was carried in a wagon, as no hearse could be procured large enough to hold it." (Today, a weight of 25 stone is no longer remarkable!) 554. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS PALMER WHO DIED THE 20th OF JUNE 1809 AGED 57 YEARS "Afflictions, Sore long time I Bore, Physicians were in Vain, But then the Lord died think it Best, To take me to a place of Rest"Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 27th July 1793 Thomas Palmer of Chatham, Victualler Ready money, investments, household goods and furniture, plate, linen, glass, china, etc, and residue, after payment of debts and funeral costs, to wife, Lydia, absolutely. Witnesses: John Hatch and William Jefferys, Attorney, Chatham Proved 1st August 1809 Effects and credits less than £200. 555. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN WARREN LATE CARPENTER OF HIS MAJESTY’S SHIP TARTAR HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST THE 7th 1766 AGED 49 YEARS "Tho’ blustrous winds and Neptune’s, Waves Have toss’d me to and fro, Yet by God’s Sacred Desire, I harbour here below, At anchor I in safety rest, With many of our fleet, Yet once again, I must set sail, Our Admiral Christ to meet, Therefore, dear wife weep not for me, Who lived so long in pain, But trust in God we both shall meet, In Heaven once again" 556. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF JEREMIAH RUSSELL MASTER R. N. WHO DIED JUNE 22nd 1842 AGED 71 ALSO SARAH RUSSELL WIDOW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JUNE 3rd 1845 AGED 60 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 16th August 1820 Jeremiah Russell, of Gillingham, Master in the Royal Navy To wife Sarah, all effects, real and personal, all pay due, prize money, debts, household furniture, plate, watches, linen, clothes and every thin else in his possession. Wife is executor. Witnesses: William Hurt and John Dyer Proved 12th July 1842 557. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY JEMIMA BELL WHO DIED THE 23rd SEPTEMBER 1803 AGED 21 MONTHS MARY REBECCA BELL DIED THE 30th MARCH 1805 AGED 2 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS MARY ELIZABETH BELL DIED THE 11th FEBY. 1805 AGED 2 YEARS AND 1 MONTH JOHN WILLIAM BELL DIED THE 9th SEPT 1807 AGED 12 DAYS 558. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF MR FRANCIS BROCKLEBANK GUNNER OF THE ROYAL NAVY AND MOTHER OF MRS MARY ANN HADDON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 6th OF JANUARY 1853 AGED 77 YEARS 559. Headstone? TO THE MEMORY OF FANNY WIFE OF ALEXANDER HADDON R.N. WHO DIED 6th MARCH 1829 AGED 49 YEARS BURIED AT MINSTER ALSO SUSANNAH SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 7th OCTOBER 1834 AGED 48 YEARS ALSO MARY ANN THIRD WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 7th JANUARY 1841 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO FRANCIS ALEXANDER SON OF ALEXANDER & MARY ANN HADDON WHO DIED 7th JANUARY 1842 AGED 4 YEARS 560. Elm Plaque IN MEMORY OF MARY ANN SMITH DIED DECR. 2nd 1810 AGED 1 YEAR ALSO FANNY SMITH DIED NOV 11th 1813 AGED 12 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH SMITH DIED NOV 25th 1846 AGED 68 YEARS 561. Headstone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF JOHN TAPLEY SON OF MR WILLM AND ANN TAPLEY OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE APRIL THE 8th 1775 AGED 18 YEARS MRS ANN TAPLEY WIFE OF MR WILLM TAPLEY DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF FEBRUARY 1788 AGED 25 YEARS "Afflictions, Sore long time I Bore, Physicians were in Vain, Till God did please Death her to Seize, And ease her from her Pain" Rear JOHN HEPDEN TAPLEY DIED 7th OF SEPTEMBER 1798 AGED 17 MONTHS "The Great Jehovah full of Love, An Angel Bright did send, To fetch this little harmless Dove, To Joys that never End" 562. Chest Tomb IN MEMORY OF MR THOS STEPHENS DIED MARCH 17th 1774 AGED 54 YEARS MARY WIFE OF THE ABOVE THOS STEPHENS DIED JUNE 1st 1778 AGED 60 YEARS ALSO THOS SON OF THOS AND MARY STEPHENS DIED APRIL 1st 1773 AGED 28 YEARS MR RICHARD STEPHENS DIED AUGUST 30th 1785 AGED 38 YEARS MR JOHN BLAKMORE DIED SEPTEMBER THE 5th 1786 AGED 31 YEARS MARY WIFE OF THOMAS HAITE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE THOMAS AND MARY STEPHENS DIED JANY 27th 1790 AGED 41 YEARS RICHARD SON OF THE ABOVE MR RICHARD STEPHENS WHO DIED AT BARBADOES OF THE YELLOW FEVER THE 28th OF AUGUST 1805 AGED 25 YEARS REBECCA WIFE OF MR DANIEL SKILLETT DIED THE 19th MARCH 1828 AGED 72 YEARS MR DANIEL SKILLETT DIED THE 9th OF DECEMBER 1832 AGED 79 YEARS End Panel MR THOS HAITE HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE MARY DIED ON THE 13th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1801 AGED 43 YEARS Side Panel EMMA DAUGHTER OF DANIEL AND REBECCA SKILLETT AND LATE WIFE OF ROBERT WILLIAMS DIED 27th APRIL 1856 AGED 52 YEARS EDWIN SON OF DANIEL AND REBECCA SKILLETT DIED THE 22nd MARCH 1802 AGED 1 YEAR Side Panel ALSO NEAR THIS PLACE LIETH THE BODIES OF SARAH, SUSANNAH AND SARAH CHILDREN OF THOS AND MARY STEPHENS WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY ALSO JOHN SON OF DANIEL & REBECCA SKILLETT WHO DIED 17th JUNE 1861 IN THE 70th YEAR OF HIS AGE Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 6th March 1774 Thomas Stephens of Gillingham, Linen Draper His own house in Brompton Street, to wife Mary, for life, after her death, to his two sons, Richard and Joseph, equally shared, for ever. His other houses in Brompton and Chatham, to Michael Parks of Gillingham, Shipwright, in trust, to sell, pay his debts and funeral costs. £50 to his children, Joseph and Hester at 21. Residue to wife and children, Richard, Mary, Eleanor, Thomasin, Hester, Elizabeth and Joseph, equally shared. Wife to have free use of household furniture and goods, for life and to carry on his business. Wife, son Richard and daughters, Mary and Eleanor are executors. Witnesses: William Palmer, John Tyhurst and Thomas Tomlyn Proved 1st April 1774 Note 17th December 1791The will is a copy of one in the Prerogative Court of Canterbury Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd May 1828 Daniel Skillett of Brompton, Draper (Skillett was formerly a Rigger in Chatham Dockyard) Sons, George Daniel and William Stephens are executors. His freehold house in Brompton High Street, and all other freeholds to son William Stephens Skillett, for ever, subject to payment of several legacies; William also gets all household goods, plate, linen, china and profits of residue of money and investments and personal estate, after payment of debts and funeral costs. To son John, £30; to son George, £200; to late wife’s daughters, Harriet Stephens, £20, to Mary Tress £50. To his daughter Ellen Gambier, £200. Witnesses: Edward Roots and Richard Hearnden Proved 30th January 1833 (Daniel Skillett was 1st cousin of the present writer’s 4 x great grandmother, Sally Williams, formerly Sally Skillett. Son George Daniel Skillett, a Dockyard Clerk, was later High Constable of Gillingham) The Times, July 1818 This amusing article refers to Daniel Skillett’s son, John Skillett, a Clerk in Chatham Dockyard. The plaintiff, Dr Topley, was probably Dr William Tapley, (see Tapley monument). "……The prominent circumstances of the case were these:- The plaintiff is a disciple of Hippocrates, residing in the neighbourhood of Rochester, and the defendant is clerk to the surgeon of the hospital ship at Chatham. It seemed that there had been a long standing disposition to hostility between the parties, supposed to have generated from the infidelity of a mutual favourite of the other sex, but no disposition to open rupture was manifested, until an unfortunate though casual meeting at the late Gillingham fair, when under the influence of wine, the tempers of both obtained to fever heat in consequence of some severe observation on the part of the defendant, calling in question the veracity of the plaintiff. This produced, on the part of the latter, a negation in fifth degree, in terms so unequivocal as to leave no doubt that a studied insult was intended. Mr Skillett boiled over with rage, and without any further ceremony gave the plaintiff a practical illustration of the science of phlebotomy, by planting a dextrous blow upon the nose of his adversary, which instantly produced a copious haemorrhage. After this, several gratuitous applications of the defendant’s pugilistic skill were administered with such surprising effect, that had not the plaintiff’s pericranium been proof even against the influence of the pestle and mortar, his head must have been reduced to a mummy. In simple truth, he got in the language of the fancy, a complete milling. The natural consequence of this outrageous conduct was to resort to the cantharides of the law, and treat the defendant with a warm plaster, in the shape of a declaration in assault and battery. The case went to the jury, under the direction of the learned Judge , and they found a verdict for the plaintiff---Damages £5" 563. Chest Tomb IN MEMORY OF MRS ANN CREAG WHO DIED THE 18th OF MARCH 1820 AGED 69 YEARS ALSO MR THOMAS CREAG SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED JANUARY 11th 1822 AGED 34 YEARS Side Panel JAMES LEE, YEOMAN DIED OCTOBER THE 5th 1782 AGED 70 YEARS "As you stand looking on the dead, so once did I, As I am now, so you must be, Therefore prepare and follow me" MRS ANN LEE HIS WIFE DIED APRIL 2nd 1787 AGED 75 YEARS "Whilst in this world, I did remain, My latter days were full of pain, But when the Lord did think it best, He took me to a place of rest" Side Panel HERE LIETH THE BODY OF ALEXANDER CREAG WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH THE 9th 1802 IN THE 27th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO MARY SISTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 5th DAY OF JANUARY 1812 AGED 27 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 18th November 1773 James Lee of Gillingham, Maltster To wife Ann his property known by the sign of "The Ship" in Gillingham, occupied by Mary Avery, for life; after her death, to his sister Alice Brown, for ever, Alice also gets £150. To niece, Ann daughter of Alice Brown, £50; to Elizabeth London, daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth London of Gillingham, £50. After his debts and funeral costs are paid, residue of ready money, investments, household furniture and goods, to wife Ann, for ever; she is executor. Witnesses: Hannah Sommerton, James Sommerton and John Sommerton Proved 23rd October 1782 564. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN MEHOYLE MANY YEARS GUNNER IN HIS MAJESTY’S NAVY WHO DIED 18th JANY. 1794 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO MRS MARY MEHOYLE WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED THE 29th OF AUGUST 1802 AGED 78 YEARS ALSO MRS ANN WILLIAMS DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 25th OF MAY 1832 AGED 81 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 19th September 1791 John Mehoyle of Gillingham, Gentleman To wife Mary, £200; to daughter Ann, £1,400; to son John, £500. Residue of ready money, investments, debts, plate, linen, pewter, brass, beds, chattels, effects, personal estate, after payment of debts and funeral costs, to wife and daughter, equally shared; they are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Whatman and John Sommerton Proved 29th January 1794 565. Headstone and Foot Stone WM CARRICK H. E. I. COS’ ENGRS DIED 21st NOV 1857 AETAT 21 YEARS ERECTED BY HIS COMRADES AS A SLIGHT TOKEN OF ESTEEM 566. Headstone and Foot Stone I H S IN MEMORY OF THOMAS HARRINGTON LATE A PRIVATE IN THE HON EAST INDIA COS’ SAPPERS AND MINERS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 8th SEPT 1849 AGED 21 YEARS THIS STONE WAS ERECTED BY HIS COMRADES AS A MARK OF RESPECT AND REGRET FOR HIS PREMATURE DEATH 567. Headstone and Foot Stones TO THE MEMORY OF ROBERT DIXON TAYLOR SHIPWRIGHT OF H.M. DOCKYARD CHATHAM HE WAS BORN AT NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE AND DIED IN MELVILLE HOSPITAL MAY THE 4th 1852 FROM THE EFFECTS OF A WOUND ON THE FOOT RECEIVED WHILE ON THE EXECUTION OF HIS DUTY AGED 35 YEARS HE WAS A DUTIFUL SON A KIND FRIEND AND CHEERFUL COMPANION A MAN JUST AND HONEST IN ALL HIS DEALINGS THIS STONE WAS ERECTED BY HIS FRIENDS AND ACQUAINTENCES AS A MARK OF THEIR RESPECT AND ESTEEM 568. Ledger HERE LIES THE BODY OF THOMAS YE SON OF THOMAS & ANN BRAMSTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE [ ] OCTOBER 1681 AGED [ ] AND IV WEEKS HERE LIES THE BODY OF THOMAS BRAMSTON DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY YE 11th 1690 AGED 51 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 20th may 1690 Thomas Bramston of Gillingham To son William Bramston, his house in the Cinque Port of Gillingham, occupied by George Larkin, for ever at 21 years; if the house is not worth £100, then the executors can sell other property or land to make it up to £100. To son Joseph, his houses on the Isle of Sheppey, occupied by Mark Rorranton, Thomas Warrington and Thomas Kent, at 21, again if the houses are not worth £100, executors to make up the sum. To daughters Mary and Anne, £100 each at 21 or day of marriage. To wife Anne his dwelling house and orchard, for life, after her death, to son John, for ever. If John dies before his mother, then the house shared equally between all his other children. Residue of goods and effects, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to his wife, she to pay debts and legacies. Son John to pay sister Anne, £100, at 21 or day of marriage. Wife and son John, executors. Roger Chamberlain of City of London, John Parr, of same place, Roger Kemp and Henry Eddis, overseers of his will. To each of them, 1 guinea to buy a ring. Finally, to son Thomas, 10 shillings. Witnesses: Abigail Pinfold and Maria Haslewood Proved 19th June 1690 569. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM WATSON WHO DIED 28th MARCH 1851 AGED 83 YEARS ALSO ELEANOR WATSON WIDOW OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 22nd JANUARY 1859 AGED 87 YEARS ELEANOR ROSE DAUGHTER OF JAMES AND ROSE RANDALL WHO DIED 2nd JUNE 1853 AGED 11 MONTHS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 15th December 1847 William Watson, of Gillingham To wife Eleanor, for life, rents of his house in Park Place, New Brompton, occupied by Richard Stonehouse, late Master Smith of H.M. Dockyard, Chatham, at £19 18 shillings per annum; also his house at 30 Prospect Row, Brompton, and mortgage on six properties in Homass? Alley, Strood, for £150 at 5% per annum. The mortgagee is William Forrester, Fishmonger of Rochester, between the Post Office and Chaplain;s Coach Office; also money in the Chatham Savings Bank and his Club Allowance and what may be due from H.M. Dockyard. To Henry Watson, a Smith of H. M. Dockyard, Chatham, said to be his grandson and son of his late son, William, a Shipwright in the Dockyard, 1 shilling. To Charlotte Watson sister of the above henry, now called Jessup, 1 shilling. To daughter, Rebecah, Mrs Randall, 1/3 of his property, if she dies before her husband, the bequest to her three male children, John, William and James Randall, equally shared. To daughter, Ann widow Preston, another 1/3, if she dies before Watson and his wife, then to her daughters, Naomi and Sarah. To son Isaac, the remaining 1/3, if he dies before he can inherit, then to his two sons, Isaac and Joseph at 21 years. Also to son Isaac, all his clothes and watches, and telescope, plus £10 for mourning. Wife to have power to draw his money from the Chatham Savings Bank and pay his funeral costs. Son Isaac and his wife, Eleanor are executors. Witnesses: Richard J. Honehouse and John Cayley Proved 15th September 1856 570. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MR WILLM SEATON WHO DIED MAY 18th 1786 AGED 45 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 4th July 1782 William Seaton of Gillingham After debts and funeral costs are paid, all of his estate to his wife, Mary, for ever; she is executor. Witnesses: George Wood, James Adams and James Dubbins Proved 3rd June 1786 571. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ELIZH LATE WIFE OF WILLM WILLSON (& DAUGHTER OF JNO FOWLE OF THE PARISH OF STOCK BURY) WHO DIED 28th FEBY 1782 AGED 23 YEARS ALSO BERNARD SON OF THE ABOVE AGED 12 WEEKS LEFT ISSUE ELIZH & CHARLES 572. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MR THOMAS BATCHELDER OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th OF OCTOBER 1805 AGED 74 YEARS 573. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANNIE CHRISTIANA DAUGHTER OF QR. MSR. WM MACKAY PROVISIONAL BATTALION AND CHRISTIANA HIS WIFE WHO DIED NOV 5th 1856 AGED 4 YEARS AND 4 MONTHS ALSO CHRISTIANA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED OCT 3rd 1856 AGED 2 YEARS AND 6 MONTHS ALSO JANET INFANT DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED OCT 1st 1856 "Suffer little children to come unto me, And forbid them not for of such is the Kingdom of God" Mark x 14 574. Ledger on Brick Vault IN MEMORY OF MARY ANN WIFE OF ROBERT SOWTER WHO DIED JANUARY 23rd 1840 AGED 32 YEARS ALSO SARAH SOWTER MOTHER OF THE ABOVE ROBERT SOWTER WHO DIED APRIL 18th 1840 AGED 68 YEARS ALSO MR THOMAS SOWTER HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE SARAH SOWTER WHO DIED 25th SEPTEMBER 1846 AGED 72 YEAR Wright’s Directory, 1838 Robert Sowter, Landlord of the "King of Prussia", Brompton 575. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR JOHN MAIN CARPENTER IN H. M. NAVY WHO DIED 28th JULY 1851 AGED 72 YEARS 576. Headstone and Foot Stone HERE LIETH THE BODY OF CATHERINE WIFE OF AMOS FERGUE WHO DIED THE 30th OF OCT 1775 AGED 67 AND ALSO THE SAID AMOS FERGUE HE DIED THE 20th OF FEBY 1779 AGED 72 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 18th August 1777 Amos Fergue of Gillingham, Gentleman To niece Eleanor Forrester, £50 this is in the hands of Nathaniel Jennis; also to Eleanor, all plate, household goods and furniture, she is to pay his debts and funeral costs. There is, in his name, in the 3% Annuities, £200, part of this, £100, to sister Mary Davison, if she is living; if she is dead, the £100 is to be shared equally among her children. To sister Mary’s children, his watch and clothes; to Mr Malpas and Thomas Port, 1 guinea each for mourning ring, asking them to make sure his will is executed. The other £100 in the annuities, equally shared between sister in law Mary Forrester’s children. To brother in law Lancelot Johnston 1 guinea and all his spectacles. Residue to niece Eleanor Forrester, she is executor. Witnesses: Thomas Hills and Henry Hills Proved 27th April 1779 577. Headstone and Body Stone WOOLSEY - RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER IN MEMORY OF MARY THE WIFE OF JOHN WOOLSEY OF THIS PARISH SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 13th OF AUGUST 1773 AGED 49 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE JOHN WOOLSEY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th DAY OF DECEMBER IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 1799 AGED 86 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd December 1798 John Woolsey of Brompton, Gentleman To sister in law, Sarah Bodnum , now living in his service, his three freeholds in Prospect Row, Brompton, two of which are occupied by [ ] Tonkin, widow and himself, for her life; after her death, then to grand nephew, John Woolsey, son of Thomas Woolsey of Rochester, Victualler and Eleanor his wife, for ever. To the said Thomas Woolsey and William Jennis, of Gillingham, Shipwright and Thomas Sugden of Brompton, Gentleman, (his executors and trustees), £300 in 3% Reduced Bank Annuities, part of a large sum he has in the Bank of England, upon trust, to repair the above houses. To Thomas £20 and Eleanor Woolsey, £20 each; to Jeremiah , Eleanor and Frances Woolsey, children of Thomas and Eleanor Woolsey, £20 each; to Sarah wife of John Sturla of Gillingham, Victualler, £20; to John and James Sturla, sons of John and Sarah, and daughter Amelia, £20 each; to niece Elizabeth, wife of Jeremiah Sisons of Gillingham, Mariner, £20; to niece Mary wife of William Jennis, £20; to nephew John Jacques of Rochester, Coal Meter, £20; to Mary and Rebecca Jacques, children of John Jacques, £30 each; to son in law, James Armistead of Poplar, Shop Keeper, £10; to John Mathers of Rochester, Gentleman, 1 guinea for a mourning ring; to his executors, £2 each for mourning. Ready money, investments, household goods, furniture, plate, linen, china, glass and residue to his trustees, , upon trust, they to sell all not consisting of money, they to pay debts and funeral costs. Interest from his funds to Sarah Bodnum, for life; after her death, upon further trust. £1,000 part of the trust fund, to grand niece, Elizabeth, daughter of Thomas and Eleanor Woolsey at 21 years or day of marriage, in the meantime interest towards her maintenance and education; if she dies pre 21 or marriage, the £1,000 continues invested for the benefit of Thomas Woolsey’s children, shared equally. Residue, upon trust, invested for the benefit of Thomas Woolsey, Sarah Sturla and John Jacques, equally shared. The will is read to John Woolsey because he is over 80 and blind. Witnesses: B. Moore of Brompton, Master Boat Builder, Chatham Dock Yard, William Jefferys of Chatham, Solicitor and William Hone, his Clerk. Proved 31st January 1800 578. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ANN J. EASTWOOD OF WOOD STREET, BROMPTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON OCTOBER 21st 1852 AGED 41 YEARS "For whether we live, we live unto the Lord and whether we die, we die unto The Lord, whether we live, therefore Or die, we are the Lord’s" Romans xiv 8 579. Headstone, Foot Stone and Body Stone IN MEMORY OF LOYALTY DAUGHTER OF HENRY PEAKE FIRST ASSISTANT OF CHATHAM DOCK YARD DIED 29th FEBRY 1776 AGED 26 YEARS ALSO MRS LUCY PEAKE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 16th OF FEBUARY 1804 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO MR JOSHUA PEAKE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 4th OF APRIL 1818 AGED 90 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 22nd November 1815 Joshua Peake of Brompton, Gentleman To be buried at the discretion of his nephews, Sir Henry Peake, Surveyor to the Navy and his brother, John Peake, Clerk to the Rope Yard, H. M. Dockyard, Woolwich. His own house in Garden Street, Brompton, to niece Dinah Peake, for life; after her death, to nephew John Peake, for ever; to nephew Sir Henry Peake the interest on £800 in the Navy 5% Annuities, for life; after his death to John Peake, also to John Peake, £700, 5% Navy Annuities and £335, all household furniture, plate, teapot, 10 tea spoons, 8 table spoons, large tankard, milk jug, and sugar tongs. Residue of money, investments, after legacies and funeral costs are paid, to Sir Henry and John Peake, equally shared. They are executors. Witnesses: Elizabeth Henderson, mark of Charlotte Jully and Thomas Proved 13th June 1818 580. Headstone and Foot Stone MR THOMAS SALMON DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 2nd OF FEBRUARY 1780 AGED 75 YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Will, dated 2nd February 1780 Thomas Salmon of Gillingham To niece, Mary Dunmore, £50; to nephew Thomas Dunmore, the farm and house, occupied by Thomas Dunmore, for ever, also to Thomas Dunmore, all household furniture and effects, (except cash ). To brother, John who is executor, the residue. Witnesses: Samuel London, lake Marr and Robert Dunkin Proved February 1780 581. Headstone and Foot Stone HERE LIETH THE BODY OF JAMES MILLER WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE SEPT THE 21st 1792 AGED 6 MONTHS SON OF JAMES & JANE MILLER 582. Small Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN & MARY ANN HARDIN WHO DIED WITH THE SMALL POX ON THE 23rd OF FEBRUARY 1790 AGED 7 MONTHS 583. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR GEORGE CHARNOCK MANY YEARS A CARPENTER IN H.M.N. WHO DIED 7th FEBRUARY 1853 AGED 68 YEARS IN LIFE RESPECTED, IN DEATH LAMENTED ALSO JOHN CHARNOCK SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED AT SEA JULY 16th 1839 AGED 16 YEARS "The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away, Blessed be the name of the Lord" 584. Headstone I H S ERECTED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM GREEN BY HIS BELOVED WIFE JULIA HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE JANY 10th 1840 AGED 42 YEARS HE WAS OVERSEER OF THIS PARISH FOR SAID YEAR MAY HE REST IN PEACE "A tender husband, a parent dear, A faithful friend, is buried here, Free from envy, free from pride, So he lived and so he died" Wright,s Directory, 1838 William Green, Blacking Maker, Wood Street, Brompton 585. Headstone and Body Stone I H S BENEATH THIS STONE (ERECTED BY SUBSCRIPTION OF HIS GRATIFIED AND AFFECTIONATE CONGREGATION PRINCIPALLY COMPOSED OF THE MILITARY) LIETH THE REMAINS OF THE REVD. TIMOTHY RIORDAN CATHOLIC CLERGYMAN OF BROMPTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 30th DAY OF NOVEMBER ANNO DOM 1839 IN THE 33rd YEAR OF HIS AGE HE BESTOWED UPON HIM A GREAT PRIESTHOOD AND RENDERED HIM BLESSED IN GLORY, TO PERFORM THE PRIESTLY OFFICE: TO SING PRAISES TO THE NAME OF GOD; AND TO OFFER HIM PRECIOUS INCENSE FOR AN ORDOUR OF SWEETNESS 586. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MARY JANE DAUGHTER OF JOHN & MARY JANE QUINN BORN MARCH 14th 1848 DIED MAY 15th 1856 ALSO MARGARET DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE BORN JUNE 12th 1849 DIED MAY 14th 1856 587. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS STAMFORD THE WIFE OF CAPTAIN STAMFORD OF THE 9th REGT SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE AT CHATHAM ON THE 25th JULY 1841 IN THE 37th YEAR OF HER AGE HER INFANT ALBERT LIES WITH HER MAY SHE REST IN PEACE, AMEN 588. Double Headstone PACK - RE-SITED GROUP, WEST OF TOWER MRS JANE LATE WIFE OF MR JOHN PACK OF THIS PARISH DEPARTED OF THIS PARISH THIS LIFE THE 30th OF JULY 1776 AGED 71 YEARS | MRS MARY LATE WIFE OF MR JAMES PACK DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th OF MAY 1778 AGED 31 YEARS | "Blessed be the Lord, they were precious, Blessed thy remembrance, Oh! Virtuous Women" ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOHN PACK DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 18th JANUARY 1780 AGED 72 YEARS HE WAS MANY YEARS BOATSWAIN IN THE KING’S ROYAL NAVY, AND WAS ONE OF THE NUMBER WITH THE LATE LORD ANSON UPON DISCOVERIES IN THE SOUTH SEAS, AND LAST OF ALL BOATSWAIN OF SHEERNESS YARD, 8 YEARS AND 2 MONTHS Rear "Bold were the men who on the Ocean first, Spread the new sails, when Shipwreck was the worst, More danger now from Man alone we find, Then from the Rocks, the Billows and the Wind" TO THE TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ELIZABETH SECOND WIFE OF MR JAMES PACK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 10th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1781 AGED 29 YEARS IN MEMORY OF JOHN SUTHERLAND WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 9th OF MAY 1781 AGED 46 YEARS ALSO OF JAMES THE SON OF JAMES AND MARY PACK WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 16th OF JULY 1780 AGED 2 YEARS AND THREE MONTHS MR JAMES PACK, GENT. DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 31st OF JANUARY 1783 IN THE 38th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th March 1778 John Pack, late of Brompton, now of Sheerness, Boatswain of H. M. Dock Yard Appoints son James and Hannah Sutherland, executors. To son James, the house he built in Prospect Row, Brompton, after his son’s death, to his wife Mary. Also to son James, the estate he purchased at Cooling; to daughter Hannah Sutherland and her husband John, his other house at Prospect Row, for their lives. After the survivor dies, then, if they leave no children, to James Pack and his heirs. To daughter Hannah, the interest on £500 in the Bank of England 5% annuities and then to her lawful heirs. If she leaves no heirs, then to son James and his heirs, for ever. Remainder of estate, equally shared by son James and daughter Hannah and their heirs. Witnesses: John Parsons, James Baker and John Baker Proved 28th April 1780 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 3rd August 1780 John Sutherland, Acting Gunner of H.M.S. Cumberland , Joseph Peyton, Commander All of his estate to his wife, Hannah of Brompton, she is executor. Witnesses: Joseph Peyton, Thomas Dewey, Thomas Love and James Neal, Clerk Proved 28th May 1781 Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 25th January 1783 James Pack of Brompton, Gentleman To sister Hannah Sutherland of Brompton, widow, his houses in Prospect Row, occupied by Mr Andrews, the other by Frances Jennis, widow, also his house and 20 acres at Cooling, occupied by Thomas Smith, also household goods and furniture, plate, linen, china, monies, personal estate , upon trust, to sell furniture and goods to pay debts and funeral costs. Remainder to be invested in Public Funds and with rents from real estate and interest from investments, to be used for the maintenance and education of his son John, until he is 21. When he is 21, she will convey estate to him. If he dies pre 21, with no heirs all to Hannah Sutherland, she is executor and can use money from the estate to place John apprentice. Witnesses: Elizabeth Duer, William Akid and J. Simmons, Attorney of Chatham Proved 25th February 1783 589. Ledger on Low Moulded Stone Base IN MEMORY OF MR HENRY RAIN OF THIS PARISH, YEOMAN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY THE 25th 1789 AGED 55 YEARS ALSO JEMIMA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE AND WIFE OF MR HENRY PLANE (OF ELTHAM, YEOMAN) WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY THE 14th 1793 AGED 25 YEARS ALSO JEMIMA DAUGHTER OF THOS AND MARGARET RAIN DIED AUGUST THE 27th 1794 AGED 8 MONTHS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 21st May 1784 Henry Rain, of Gillingham, Maltster To his three sons, Thomas, James and Joseph, his freehold house in Gillingham, shared equally, for ever. To son Thomas and John Wilson the Younger, of Oterham, Hoyman, (his executors), £300 upon trust, to invest and pay interest to his wife, Mary, for life. After her death, then upon trust for their children, Thomas, James, Joseph, Jemima and Mary, equally shared. To John Wilson, £5 for his troubles as executor. Residue after payment of debts and funeral costs, to his trustees, upon trust, to dispose of and proceeds shared among his children, equally shared at 21 years. In meantime the interest to be used towards the maintenance and education of his children. In case son Thomas, for the better carrying on of his trade as a Maltster, now the testator’s business, he can make use of money bequeathed to his children, not exceeding £400. Thomas must become bound in a bond for this money, to John Wilson. Witnesses: Francis ( ? ), Mariner, James Read and William Jefferys Proved 30th July 1789 590. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM DAVIS GUN STOCK FACTOR WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 12th OF FEBRUARY 1819 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF MRS JANE DAVIS WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 28th OF JUNE 1825 AGED 83 YEARS ALSO OF MR WILLIAM OAKLEY PURSER IN THE ROYAL NAVY WHO DIED 10th OCTOBER 1844 AGED 81 YEARS ALSO JANE HIS WIFE WHO DIED 6th FEBRUARY 1852 AGED 87 YEARS 591. Headstone DORCAS GRIFFITHS DIED SEPTEMBER THE 23rd 1784 AGED 63 YEARS 592. Chest Tomb IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF SAMUEL LONDON SHE DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH THE 11th 1782 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO MR SAMUEL LONDON OF THIS PARISH, YEOMAN DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER 25th 1785 AGED 74 YEARS MRS ANN MUNN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE SAMUEL AND ELIZABETH LONDON DIED 7th MAY 1810 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO MRS ELIZABETH RULE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE MRS ANN MUNN DIED JULY 18th 1834 AGED 71 YEARS Side Panel T. RULE, GENT DIED FEB 13th 1842 AGED 81 YEARS "Resurgam" Side Panel NEAR THIS PLACE LIETH MR THOMAS RULE SON OF THE ABOVE MRS ELIZTH RULE DIED JULY 25th 1833 AGED 44 YEARS Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 6th November 1782 Samuel London the Elder of Gillingham, Yeoman Real estate to son Samuel, for ever, plus £400, in trust, for the lifetime of daughter Mary wife of Thomas Munn, to pay her the interest; after her death, then the £400 and interest to be shared among his grandchildren, Samuel, Elizabeth, Robert and John Pierce, children of daughter Ann and her late husband, Robert, Thomas and Ann Munn, children of daughter Ann and Thomas Munn, in equal shares, at 21 years. To son Samuel, £400, in trust, during life of daughter Elizabeth, wife of Francis Smith, later for her children, as for daughters Mary and Ann. Residue of estate, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to son Samuel, for ever. Witnesses: William Twopenny, E. J. Twopenny and Henry Hill Proved 8th February 1786 593. Headstone and Foot Stone RICHARD NORTH OB 1820 AETAT 73 FRANCES NORTH RELICT OF THE ABOVE OB 1829 AETAT 74 594. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM ROUND, DREDGERMAN WHO WAS DROWNED BY ACCIDENT THE 20th OF SEPT 1794 AGED 25 YEARS "Stop, Youth and cast a serious look, On him who slumbers here, And when you read his history, In pity drop a tear, A youth cut off in early time, By death’s untimely blow, All pleasing hopes of him lye dead, And buried here below, He who was hardly in his prime, Whose life did scarcely bloom, By sudden death was snatched away, His sun’s gone down ‘ere noon, A servant diligent and true’ And careful in his trust, Lies buried here in hope to rise, With joy among the just" Rear TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN ROUND WHO DIED MARCH THE 1st 1806 AGED 42 YEARS ALSO MARY WIFE OF JAS STRETON AND FORMERLY WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE AUGUST 7th 1811 AGED 38 YEARS 595. Headstone IN MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF JOHN THOMPSON SAIL MAKER IN SOUTH SHIELDS WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 5th OF DEC 1794 IN THE 20th YEAR OF HER AGE "Dear, loving faithful partner now farewell, With whom it was my happiness to dwell, With whom I was united heart with heart, From whom it is so painful thus to part, Yet shall the gracious hand that took thee hence, By love divine thy absence recompense, Prepare me for the bliss thou hast and then, Eternity unite us both again, JEMIMA THEIR DAUGHTER DIED IN INFANCY 596. Headstone IN MEMORY OF CHARLES CHELL BEDWELL YOUNGEST SON OF FRANCIS BEDWELL OF BAUNTON, GLOUCESTERSHIRE WHO DIED 21st APRIL 1857 AGED 35 YEARS 597. Small Flat Stone ANDW JOHN BUCKINGHAM HAMBLY CAPT R.M. LT INFY DIED JANY 1st 1857 AGED 37 YEARS 598. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF ANN WIFE OF HENRY STROUD DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER THE 13tH 1791 AGED 48 YEARS DINAH THEIR DAUGHTER DIED JANY 1st 1782 AGED 6 MONTHS RICHARD THEIR SON DIED AUGUST 22nd 1787 AGED 5 YEARS AND 9 MONTHS "When God cuts off the thread of life, Then fatal death parts man and wife, Behold thy self by me such once was I as thou, And thou in time shall be even dust as I am now" ALSO THE ABOVE HENRY STROUD WHO DIED NOVEMBER THE 23rd 1804 AGED 55 YEARS "Farewell vain world, I’ve had enough of thee, And now am careless of what thou say’st of me, Thy smiles I court not, nor thou frowns I fear, My cares are past my head lies quiet here, What faults you saw in me, take care to shun, And look at home enough there to be done" 599. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN H LARGE WHO DIED JULY 10th 1855 AGED 22 YEARS ALSO THOMAS B LARGE WHO DIED IN INFANCY ALSO ELIZABETH B LARGE WHO DIED MARCH 2nd 1856 AGED 14 YEARS "They sleep in Jesus and are blessed, How sweet their slumbers are, From suffering and from sin released, And free’d from every care" 600. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF MR EDWARD FROUD LATE OF THE ROYAL ARTILLERY WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th DAY OF JULY 1833 AGED 81 YEARS "I know thou wilt bring me to the grave, And to the house appointed for all the Living" Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 14th April 1808 Edward Froud of Upnor, Bombadier in H. M. Royal Invalid Artillery His land at Upnor, Frindsbury, and house, lately built for him, to his sister, Kitty Wilkins, now living with him, for ever. All personal estate and effects also to Kitty, she is executor. Witnesses: Samuel Wilkins, John Kentsman and Charles ? Proved 15th august 1833 Kitty Wilkins is now wife of Samuel Ferrier 601. Headstone and Foot Stone IN MEMORY OF MARY GUTHRIE DAUGHTER OF ALEXANDER AND MARY GUTHRIE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 25th OF JANY 1789 AGED 19 YEARS "Youth beware how time you spend, You see how soon ‘tis at an end" 602. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR WILLIAM REASON WHO DIED 17th APRIL 1854 AGED 65 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 2nd MAY 1847 AGED 31 YEARS ALSO ELEANOR WHO DIED IN INFANCY Prerogative of Canterbury Will, dated 15th March 1854 William Reason of Green Street, Gillingham, Master Mariner After debts and funeral costs are paid, to wife Eleanor, rents from his house in Green Street, lately in his own occupation and personal effects and estate, for life. After her death, , to niece Ann Eliza Anderson, subject to payment of legacies. To his half brother Henry Worsley formerly of Throwley, 19 guineas. After the death of his wife, to Elizabeth Anderson, for some years his faithful servant, £30, if she does not survive his wife, then this legacy to her sister Eleanor Mary Anderson of Halstow. George Gifford of Gad’s Hill, Gillingham and wife, Eleanor are executors. Signs will with a mark. Witnesses: George Gifford, John Carter and William [Ander]son ? Proved 22nd June 1854 Power reserved to George Gifford 603. Ledger over Brick Vault IN MEMORY OF MR JOHN HOAR OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JUNE THE 3rd 1756 IN THE 64th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO ELIZABETH HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JUNE THE 5th 1763 IN THE 61st YEAR OF HER AGE SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF JOHN H MOSELEY, PURSER, R. N. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 26th OF APRIL 1846 AGED 44 YEARS Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Will, dated 18th June 1753 John Hoar of Brompton, Gentleman To brother Richard, his house in West Court Street, Brompton, occupied by William Thomas, for ever. To kinsman Edward Hoar, son of the above Richard, his house occupied by John Chiles, Master of the Chatham yacht, this adjoins his own house, for ever. The house adjoining the Chiles house, to Elizabeth Hoar, daughter of the late brother William, for ever. From the house he bought from the late Charles Dunk, Cordwainer, £4 per year to be paid to the Constable of the parish of Gillingham, and succeeding Constables, to buy bread for the poor of the parish, who do not receive alms, for ever. Residue of income from this house, to Ann Hoar daughter of brother William, for ever. To wife, his two houses, one a victualing house called "The Plow", occupied by Pierce Onion ? and the other by Thomas Bennowell, both in West Court Street, for ever. To trusty friend William Taylor of Brompton, £5; to his wife all other real estate, for life, after her death, to persons entitled ?,personal estate, ready money, investments, beds, linen, woollen, brass, copper, etc., to wife for ever. Wife and William Taylor are executors. Signs will with a mark Witnesses: George Garth, Thomas Willson and John Holden Proved 8th July 1756 604. Headstone TO THE MEMORY OF MARTHA WIFE OF JAMES MOSELEY OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 29th DAY OF JUNE 1800 AGED 56 YEARS "Now my dear wife’s at ease and rest within this silent grave, Her soul’s no doubt is with the blest, let fruitless sorrow wane, My loss, I hope is her great gain, let no rude hand annoy, Her dust now sleeps exempt from pain, in hopes of future joy" ALSO THE ABOVE JAMES MOSELEY WHO DEPARTED THIS TRANSITORY LIFE THE 23rd DAY OF AUGUST 1804 AGED 65 YEARS "In lifeless clay we here remain, Each in a ?????? narrow bound, In hopes to meet with life again, When the last trump shall shake the ground" 605. Headstone and Foot Stone TO THE MEMORY OF ELIZABETH WIFE OF ROBERT NEWNHAM WHO DIED THE 10th OF NOV 1831 AGED 61 YEARS "She was a sincere Christian, Saved by divine grave through, Faith in Christ, in death she Was resigned and triumphant, Thanks be to God who giveth, Us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ" ALSO THE ABOVE ROBERT NEWNHAM WHO DIED THE 16th OF APRIL 1839 AGED 70 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 5th September 1838 To Robert Newnham of Gad’s Hill, Gillingham, Caulker Good friend, John Carter of Layfield, Gillingham, Baker and Richard Dunn, Shipwright of Layfield, his three freehold houses at Gad’s Hill, occupied by himself and John and Thomas Cook, upon trust, to sell and to hold proceeds upon trust. They are to sell his personal estate, except body linen, which goes to his brothers William and Benjamin, equally shared. To his two brothers, £10 each, £10 each also to nephews Edward Newnham of Gillingham, Shipwright and George Newnham of Gillingham, Carpenter, nieces Jane Baure and Clara Baure. To John Carter and Richard Dunn, £5 each. Residue shared by sister Betsy Stevens of Stoke in ( ? ), Devon, widow and late wife’s nephew Richard ( ? ) Jacob of Samuel Street, Commercial Road, Middlesex, Letter Carrier in the G.P.O., shared equally. Witnesses: J. Stephens of Chatham, Solicitor and John Cook of Gillingham, Dredgerman. Affidavit 15th August 1839 John Stephens sworn, confirms will same he and others witnessed, in testator’s presence, after he had signed will. Proved 16th August 1839 606. Headstone IN MEMORY OF RICHARD JACOB OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE SEPT 16th 1805 AGED 56 YEARS "Time swept by his o’er whelming tide, My faithful partner from my side, And you of yours depriv’d may be, As unexpected as me, Death soon will end all mortal love, So fix your hearts on things above" LEFT SURVIVING 3 SONS AND 3 DAUS VIZ FRANCES, MARY, RICHARD ANN, ISAAC AND ABRAHAM 607. Small Cross C. B. A. C. DIED JULY 20th 1858 ONE DAY 608. Headstone and Foot Stone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM AND ANN HUTTON WHO DIED VERY DEEPLY TO BE LAMENTED APRIL 2nd 1841 AGED 4 ½ YEARS ALSO TO MRS FRANCES GRAY GRANDMOTHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE NOVEMBER 10th 1837 AGED 76 YEARS HER LIFE WAS SPENT IN THE PRACTISE OF EVERY CHRISTIAN VIRTUE AND HER END WAS PEACE 609. Headstone and Two Foot Stones SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH FULLER WHO DIED JANUARY 6th 1828 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO HANNAH THE BELOVED WIFE OF WILLIAM HOSKINGS AND SISTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED APRIL 29th 1840 AGED 73 YEARS "Boast not thyself of tomorrow for thou, Knoweth not what a day may bring forth" ALSO THE ABOVE WILLIAM HOSKINGS WHO DIED OCTOBER 7th 1850 AGED 83 YEARS ALSO JOHN FULLER HOSKINGS SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED IN INFANCY Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 13th July 1831 William Hoskings of Chatham, Labourer To wife Hannah, all household goods and furniture, plate, glass, china, beds, clothes and all monies, after payment of debts and funeral costs, for life. After her death, to sons and daughters, William, Charles, John, Sarah, Hannah and Maria Hoskings, equally shared. Wife and Thomas Hodge of Chatham, Labourer, are executors. Witnesses: George Piquenet of Chatham and Thomas Dearl ? of Chatham. Proved 11th November 1850. Testator was late of Gillingham and a depositor in Chatham Savings Bank. Wife Hannah and Thomas Hodge died in testator’s lifetime, administration granted to son John. 610. Ledger over Low Stone Vault HERE REST THE MORTAL REMAINS OF CHARLES EUSTACE MAC DONNEL CAPTAIN AND BREVET MAJOR IN HER MAJESTY’S 29th REGIMENT OF INFANTRY FIFTH SON OF REV RICHARD MAC DONNEL PROVOST OF TRINITY COLLEGE, DUBLIN BORN 17th AUGUST 1823 HE SERVED HIS COUNTRY THROUGHOUT THE CAMPAIGNS OF THE SUTLEJ AND THE PUNJAUB AND FOUGHT IN THE BATTLES OF FEROZESHAH AND SOBRAON CHILLIANWALL AND GOAJERAT HE DIED AT CHATHAM ON 5th AUGUST 1853 IN THE HOPE AND FEAR OF LORD JESUS "I heard a voice from heaven saying, Unto me, "Write from henceforth blessed, Are the dead which die in the Lord, Even so saith the spirit, for they rest from Their labours"" Rev xiv 13 611. Ledger over Brick Vault SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF HENRY JOHN MAITLAND WHO DIED AT CHATHAM ON THE 13th DAY OF OCTOBER 1850 AGED 10 YEARS AND 10 MONTHS ELDEST CHILD OF CAPTAIN A. C. ANDERSON 86th FOOT MAJOR OF BRIGADE QUEEN’S TROOPS MADRAS, EAST INDIES "Blessed are the dead which die, In the Lord" Rev 14 Chap 13 Verse 612. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN HINDES THE SON OF LIEUT JOHN HINDES SPARKS R. N. AND SARAH HARPER HIS WIFE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 10th OF JULY 1816 AGED 13 YEARS END OF THE CHURCHYARD Back to St Mary Magdalene, Gillingham Church Introduction For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. Any errors noticed by other researchers will be gratefully received so that we can amend our pages to give as accurate a record as possible. Please send details to research@kentarchaeology.org.uk | M.I.s nos. 613 to 672 of St Magdalene Church, Gillingham transcribed by D.L. Williams from a listings by Captain Connolly R.E. in 1862 Back to St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham Introduction Monumental Inscriptions of St Mary Magdalene Church, Gillingham recorded in 1862 by Captain Connolly, Royal Engineers. Concise Wills and other notes added by D.E. Williams 2015. M.I.s numbers 613 to 689 Interior of Church 613. Ledger, West End, Centre Aisle FRANCIS ROBT SMITH ESQ. DIED ON THE 31st JANUARY 1830 AGED 83 YEARS ELIZABETH SMITH HIS WIFE DIED ON THE 20th MAY 1831 AGED 78 YEARS FRANCIS SMITH ESQ. DIED ON THE 1st JULY 1833 AGED 55 YEARS MORTON SECOND SON OF JAMES SMITH ESQ. AND GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE FRANCIS AND ELIZABETH DIED 17th OCTOBER 1835 IN THE 22nd YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 27th June 1833 Francis Smith of Brompton, Esquire To Sarah Hugill, if she is in his service at his death, £200. Brother James Smith is executor and residuary legatee. Witnesses: John Anderson, M.D., Rochester and Francis Hooper, Gentleman, Gillingham Proved 9th July 1833 614. Ledger, Centre Aisle HANNAH [ ] SMYTH DIED [ ] 1786 AGED [21 or 24] YEARS 615. Ledger, North of Centre Aisle HERE LIETH BURYED THE BODY OF WILLIAM MANSER THE YOUNGER SON OF RICHARD MANSER OF THE PARISH OF GILLINGHAM, GENT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE FIRST DAY OF APRIL ANNO DOM 1653 BEING AGED 42 YEARS 616. Ledger, Centre Aisle M [ ] C DIED THE 23rd OF AUGUST 1801 AGED [ ] YEARS 617. Small Stone, Centre Aisle J. D. 1778 618. Ledger, Centre Aisle FRANCES FENNELL DIED THE 11th OF JULY 1793 AGED 22 YEARS FRANCES WIFE OF JOHN FENNELL GENT AND MOTHER OF THE AFORESAID FRANCES DIED THE 18th OF JULY 1793 AGED 52 YEARS 619. Ledger, Centre Aisle [HERE LIES] [IN]TERR’D YE BODY OF [THOMAS] [HAR]MAN OF THIS [PARISH] [WHO] [D]PARTED THIS LIFE [ ] [FEB] 1709 AGED 63 YEARS [WILLIAM] [H]ARMAN OF THIS [PARISH] [WHO] [D]EPARTED THIS LIFE [MARCH] 1709 AGED 57 YEARS [THO]MAS HARMAN WHO DEPARTED [THIS LIFE] [ ] JANUARY 1729 [AGED] [ ]6 YEARS THOS [HARMAN] WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEB YE 24th 1742 [AGED] [ ] YEARS Deanery of Shoreham Wills, dated 9th May 1690 and 3rd July 1714 Thomas Harman of Gillingham, Blacksmith All real estate to son, Thomas and his heirs. In default of heirs, to testator’s brother, William of Gillingham, Blacksmith, for ever, also £10. Residue to son Thomas. Brother William is executor until Thomas is 21. Witnesses: John Lacock, John Featherstone and Francis Brooks Proved 20th April 1710 Thomas Harman of Gillingham, Yeoman All real estate and Smith’s forge in Gillingham, lately occupied by John Snoath, Mariner, with 15 acres of land, known as Bartrupp’s Farm of Queen Downs in Gillingham, now in his own occupation. Alao his two houses near Blacksole Pond in Gillingham, one empty, the other occupied by Richard Haford; his other house near Grange Orchard in Gillingham, lately occupied by William Nightingale ; also his house in East Lane in Maidstone, occupied by Mr Robins, to his wife, Mary, for her life. After her death, the house and Smith’s forge, to daughter, Jane Harman, for ever. The house in Maidstone and house in Gillingham, occupied by Mr Nightingale, after wife’s death, to daughter Elizabeth, for ever. Also, after wife’s death, Bartrupp’s Farm or Queen Downs, to son Robert, for ever, and his two houses at Blacksole Pond to daughter Mary, for ever. Residue to wife, Mary, she is executor. Witnesses: William Valence, Stephen Elve and Richard Sheafe Proved February 1729 620. Ledger, Centre Aisle BENEATH THIS STONE ARE INTERRED THE REMAINS OF RHODA LUCY MARIA WIFE OF THOMAS ALLEYNE MAYNARD ESQ OF THE COLDSTREAM GUARDS SHE DIED ON THE 30th OF FEBRUARY 1819 AGED 30 YEARS 621. Ledger, Centre Aisle .HERE LYETH INTERR’D THE BODY OF MR WILLIAM ACWORTH WHO DIED DECEM [26th or 29th] 17[11] AGED 37 YEARS 622. Brass on Ledger Centre Aisle HIS JACET DOMINUS JOHANNES BREGGE VICARIUS DE GYLLYNGHAM CUJUS ANIME PROPICIETUR DEUS. AMEN 623. Black Ledger, Centre Aisle (Most of this was hidden in Connolly’s day, he only had the left edge. The ledger is under a long, fixed carpet, so I was unable to get all of the inscription) [SACRED TO THE MEMORY] OF THE REV. JOHN JENKINSON, M.A. WHO DIED [THE] [27th] MAY 1780 IN THE SIXTY FOURTH YEAR OF HIS AGE HAVING BEEN [VICAR] FOR TWENTY [SEVEN] YEARS, OF THIS PARISH ALSO OF HIS YOUNGEST SON [BROX]HOLM JENKINSON CAPT. IN THE 98th [REGT.] OF FOOT WHO FELL A VICTIM TO THE FATE [ ] [IN THE] 21st YEAR OF HIS AGE [ ] COMPANY AS MARINES ON BOARD [H.M. SHIP] [ ]FORD IN THE EAST INDIES [ ] DAY OF JULY 1782 FOR HIS GALLANT [ ] [IN] A FORMER ACTION OFF THE ISLAND [OF] [ ]OYES ON THE 16th DAY OF APRIL 1781 [ ] THE HONOUR OF RECEIVING THE THANKS OF HIS COMMANDING OFFICER IN [ ] ORDERS ALSO ANNE RELICT OF THE REV JOHN JENKINSON AND DAUGHTER OF THE REV EDWARD DERBY WHO DIED THE 12th OF DECEMBER 1792 IN THE 60th YEAR OF HER AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th May 1778 Rev John Jenkinson Wife Anne and sons, John, Edward and Broxholm are executors. To his wife, for life, as long as she remains his widow, an annuity of £150, this comes from his properties in Lincolnshire. Also to his wife, £200. After her death or remarriage, this property ? to his three sons, equally shared, for ever. All his plate, linen, woollen, china, pewter, brass, bedding, household stuff, to wife. Residue of money, investments, debts, personal estate, not already bequeathed, his debts and funeral costs being first paid, to his sons, equally divided. He has advanced money to his sons to buy commissions in the army for John and Broxholm and to start Edward in business; this money to be taken as part of his residuary estate. If any of his sons receive more than the money already advanced, they are to pay back to his estate the surplus, before any division is made, so as to make them all equal. Witnesses: William Twopenny, Junior, Daniel Bensted and Rachel Colville Proved 12th June 1780 Power reserved to widow Anne and sons John and Broxholm. The 98th Regiment in which Broxholm served, was the second raising of 1780 and it was disbanded in 1785 and raised again later. In June 1782 it was engaged in the Battle of Arnee in India. In 1781 it was at Bombay. Broxholm was probably in charge of a group of the 98th who were serving as temporary substitutes for Royal Marines on board a Royal Navy ship, when he died. East Indies was generally used for India. 624. Tablet on Wall IN A VAULT NEAR THIS PLACE ARE DEPOSITED THE REMAINS OF THE VENERABLE AND REVEREND HOUSTONNE RADCLIFFE, D.D. ARCHDEACON AND PREBENARY OF CANTERBURY SUBDEAN OF WELLS, RECTOR OF ICKHAM FORMERLY FELLOW OF BRASEN NOSE COLLEGE, OXFORD BY WHICH SOCIETY HE WAS PRESENTED TO THE VICARAGE OF THIS PARISH IN THE YEAR 1780 HE MARRIED MARY ELDEST DAUGHTER OF THE REVEREND JOHN GOOCH, D.D. PREBENDARY OF ELY BY WHOM HE LEFT NO ISSUE HE DIED APRIL 8th 1822 HAVING NEARLY COMPLETED HIS 84th YEAR HE DIRECTED BY HIS WILL THE FOLLOWING TEXTS "Every man’s work shall be made manifest, For the day shall declare it" 1Cor 13 " Be not high minded, but fear" Rom x 120 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 22nd February 1815 Houston Radcliffe, Doctor of Divinity, Archdeacon of Canterbury, Vicar of Gillingham Gives detailed instructions for his monument and inscription. To wife Mary, the property settled on her by an agreement made at their marriage, dated 10th October [ ], and £100 stock in 3% Consolidated Annuities, which was hers before their marriage, and books she owned before marriage, which were given to her by her late father, also his own books to the value of £50 and clock which was her father’s. To nephew John Radcliffe, Rector of Limehouse and Vicar of Doddington and Teynham, other books, globes and mathematical and philosophical instruments. After wife’s death, his plate to nephew Rev John, except that coming from his wife’s father, which she can dispose of as she thinks fit, except silver coffee pot and salver which is embossed with Radcliffe arms, this goes, after her death, to Thomas Hayward Radcliffe, grandson of his brother, Alexander of Wigan, to whom it once belonged. His chariot horses, if he has any at his death, and household furniture and live and dead farm stock to his wife, as she might choose, the rest to be sold and proceeds to pay his debts and funeral costs. After her death, residue to be divided into three parts, one part for Ann Radcliffe, daughter of late nephew John, the other two parts to nephew Rev John Radcliffe. To nephew Thomas, brother of the Rev John Radcliffe, an annuity of £30, for life from his 3% Consolidated Annuities, after wife’s death. To Rev John Radcliffe, his gold watch; to nephew Thomas Radcliffe, his gold repeating watch; to god daughter, Ann daughter of Rev John Radcliffe, £100, after wife’s death; also after wife’s death, £100 to the Charity for Widows and Orphans of Clergymen in the Diocese of Canterbury, £100 to the Kent and Canterbury Hospital and £100 each to the Hospital of St. John, Northgate, Canterbury and St Nicholas, Harbledown. To each of his servants who have been with him at least three years and are with him at his death, two years wages in addition to wages due. To his other servants wages to the end of the year in which he dies. His manuscript sermons and other manuscripts to be burnt. To his successor as archdeacon of Canterbury, the box he inherited from his predecessor labelled Archdeacon Cantuar, 1734 and mahogany drawers he bought to receive writings which belong to that office. His wife, nephew Rev John Radcliffe and Ann Radcliffe, daughter of the late John Radcliffe, are executors. Witnesses: H. J. Palmer and Daniel Bensted Proved 12th June 1822 625. Oval White Marble Tablet, South Wall of Chancel NEAR THIS PLACE ARE INTERRED THE REMAINS OF MRS MARY PIGOT DAUGHTER OF GEORGE PIGOT OF BUNISHALL IN THE COUNTY PALANTINE OF CHESTER, ESQ AND SISTER OF THE PRESENT INCUMBENT FRANCIS PIGOT M.A. SHE DYED THE 6th OF NOV 1732 IN THE 44th YEAR OF HER AGE 626. White Marble Tablet, with Arms, North Wall of Chancel M. S. FRANCISCI PHILIPS QUEM IN AGRO HEREFORDENSI STIRPE HONESTA NATUM ACADEMIA OXONIENSIS SUSCEPIT FOVIT BONIS LITERIS IMBUIT SODALITIO ADSCRIPSIT GRADU DEINDE MAGISTRALI IN ARTIBUS INSIGNITUM HUJUSCE ECCLESIAE GUBERNACULO (COMMUNI SUFFRAGIO ADMOVIT) COLLEGIUM AEANASENSE SED PASTOREM GREGI NONDUM SATIS NOTUM (SI INNOTUISSET CERTE DESLENDUM) INIMICA SEBRIS ABSTULIT SPESQUE MULTORUM ET PRECES ILLUSIT OBIIT 22nd SEPTEMBRIS ANNO DOMINI 1679 AETATIS 30 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 12th September 1679 Francis Phillips, Master of Arts, Fellow of Brase Nose College, Oxford, Vicar of Gillingham To Brasenose College, place of his education, £10. To Priscilla Cooke, his aunt, 40 shillings; each of his brothers and sisters, and brother in law and sisters in law, 40 shillings; to sister Judith Phillips an additional £10 and his plate and beds and linen; to nieces, Olive Browne and Mary Boulder, £10 each; to friends, Dr John Fitzwilliam and James Upton, 20 shillings each; to godson, Francis Phillips, son of Dr Stephen Phillips and Mary Phillips, (brother and sister in law), all his books and house in Ledbury, Herefordshire, occupied by Francis Hall, with orchard and barn and 3 acres, for ever. Also to Francis, at 24 years, house in Ledbury, occupied by James Haite ? and orchard adjoining his aunt Wyld’s house, also milk house and 9 acres, (Longmere Field), all these left to testator by his father, Stephen Phillips. If Francis Phillips dies pre 24, then all to Robert Phillips son of Dr Stephen Phillips, at 24, for ever. If Robert Phillips dies pre 24, then to John, another son of Dr Stephen Phillips at 24, if he dies pre 24, then to all his siblings at 24, equally shared; if they all die pre 24, the to their father, Stephen. Brother Stephen is executor. Witnesses: Allington Payneter, William Milles and mark of Christopher Turke Proved October 1679 627. Ledger, North Chancel UNDERNEATH LYETH ANNE DAUGHTER OF MR JAMES TAPLEY LATE OF STROOD IN THIS COUNTY AND WIFE OF JOHN SIMMONS OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 18th OF APRIL 1751 AGED 37 YEARS SHE LEFT ISSUE BY HER SAID HUSBAND SIX SONS AND FOUR DAUGHTERS VIZ JAMES, JOHN, ANN, MARY, ELIZABETH AND TAPLEY HERE ALSO LIETH MR JOHN SIMMONS WHO DIED OCT 29th 1766 AGED 57 YEARS 628. Ledger, North Chancel SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS SARAH DICE WIFE OF CAPT. THOMAS DICE R. N. AND DAUGHTER OF SAMUEL AND CATHERINE BAKER OF DARLAND WHO DURING A SHORT BUT USEFUL LIFE PERFORMED ALL THE DUTIES OF A DAUGHTER, WIFE AND MOTHER IN A MOST EXEMPLARY MANNER DIED 20th MARCH 1818 AGED 26 YEARS UNDER THIS STONE ARE DEPOSITED THE REMAINS OF MR ROBERT BAKER WHO DIED ON THE 26th OF JUNE 1823 OF A PULMONARY CONSUMPTION ON HIS PASSAGE FROM NAPLES AGED 21 "Accept Dear Shade this tributary tear, That mourns thy exit from a world like this, Forgive the wish that would detain thee here, And keep thee longer from the Realms of Bliss" 629. Marble Tablet, North Chancel "Didat Servata Fides" HIS JACET ANTHONIUS PAYNETER DE EST COURT GENEROSUS FILIV& HAERES GVILI ELMI PAYNETER DE TWYDALL ARMIGERIA QUI QUIDEM ANTHONIUS ACCEPIT SIBI UXOREM KATHERINAM FILIAM NATU MINIMAM ET UNAM EX HERIDIBUS ROBERTI HARRIS ARMIGERI UNIUS MAGISTORUM CURIAE CANCELLARIAE OBIIT AUTEM DICTUS ANTHONIUS QUINTO DIE MARTII ANNO DOMINI 1613 ANNOQUE AETATIS SUAE 57 ET REIQUIT GULIELMUM PAYNETER UNICUM FILIUM ET HEREDEM MODO SUPERSTITEM 630. Low Altar Tomb, Black Marble Top with Arms, South Chancel HERE LYETH BURYED YE BODYES OF WILLIAM HAYWARD OF GRANCH, GENT WHO DYED IN YE 94th YEAR OF HIS AGED YE XXVI OF MARCH 1612 AND ALICE HAWARD HIS WIFE YE DAUGHTER OF THOMAS CLYVE, GENT WHO LYKE WISE DECEASED YE LI YEAR OF HER AGE YE XX OF DECEMB 1610 WHO LYVED TOGETHER 34 YEARS & LEFT BEHIND THEM 2 SONNES SAMUEL & THOMAS & ON DAUGHTER ABIGAIL Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 21st January 1610 (1611) William Hayward of Grange, Gillingham, Gentleman Desires to be buried in the South Chancel of Gillingham church, (Grange Chancel) His monument to record fact that he was the heir of Stephen Hayward of Hartie, (Harty, Sheppey). To the poor who attend his funeral, £4, to be distributed by his executors. To the poor of St Thomas the Apostle, Hartie, 40 shillings; to the poor of ? and Leysdown, 10 shillings; to the preacher who conducts his funeral, 10 shillings. To sons Samuel all his household stuff at his house at Hartie called Hickmaires?, also his mill at Hartie. To son Thomas all household stuff at Grange, except plate and all his sheep and kine and one good gelding for riding, also £300; to daughter Abigail, wife of William Fround, 200 marks?, after her death to her children; to the wife of William Harborne, 20 shillings; to Thomas Knott, 20 shillings; to the wife of William Thomas, 10 shillings; to the wife of Richard Lewston, 10 shillings; to godson William ? , 10 shillings; to William Emerie, 6 shillings; to godson William Gisborne, 10 shillings; to Elizabeth Hayward, daughter of son Stephen, a silver cup on day of marriage and an annuity of of 20 shillings, for life; to Elizabeth and Mary Greestreet, daughters of Abraham of Hartie, 40 shillings each; to Elizabeth Witcherlie, £4; to William Bridget, his godson, 6 shillings; to Edward Peters, his man, £5, if with him at death; to maid Marie Jarves, as before, £5; to servant John Wooding, sa before, £4; to john England, his shepherd, as before, £6 6s 8d. To son Samuel his lease from Mr Howe on land in Sheapie, (Sheppey). Residue of goods and chattels, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to son Samuel, who is executor. Codicil 4th March 1611 (1612) The £300 to his daughter Abigail is cancelled; she is to have £200. Son Thomas to have all the land at Grange which is to be stock to the sum of £300, formerly given to Thomas, executor to pay Thomas £100 and residue of the £300. His two sons share his plate. To servant Mary Brisenden £3, if with him at death Signs with a mark Witnesses: Barham Potman and Baptiste Tufton Proved 4th April 1613 631. Ledger, South Chancel HERE LYETH CAPTAINE THO HEWARD (HAYWARD) LORD OF THE MANOR OF GRENCH TO WCH THIS CHANCEL APPERTAYNETH WHO DYED THE 28th DAY OF APRIL 1637 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 10th June 1629 Thomas Hayward of Grange, Gentleman To the poor of Gillingham £50, executor to buy land and use rent, (£4 5s 4d per annum) for benefit of the poor. (This £50 bought Lidsing Farm but tenant Henry Jowles did not pay any money to the charity until 1657, the last payment was in 1744, after which it lapsed.) To William Hayward, son of his nephew, Samuel, his Copris House in Gillingham, he is to pay the annual rent to kinsmen, Philip and Thomas Frowde, until the lease, from the Earl of Montgomery expires. To daughter Ann all moveable goods and furniture, also a chain of pearls, (100) and chain of jewels, which belonged to his sister, Maria ? To kinsman William Hayward a house called Diggins Farm in Gillingham, occupied by Richard Fuller, for ever. To daughter Ann residue of his houses in Gillingham and Rainham, for ever. If Ann dies without lawful issue, then to kinsman William Hayward, for ever. His good friends Henry Sanford of Bobbing, Gentleman to see to the maintenance and education of daughter Ann, at £30 per annum until she is ten and £40 per annum to 18 years or day of marriage, this from his lands, paid by his executor. Good friends Valentine P ? t of London and Henry Jowles of Gillingham, are Overseers of will, they to help bring up and educate Ann while she is a minor. Witnesses: John Philpott, John Parrie and Thomas Philpott 632. Ledger, South Chancel CLARE GOULDING MOTHER OF HENRY JOWLES ESZQUIRE WHO WAS BURIED THE 11th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1631 TO WHOM DEATH WAS HER GREAT ADVANTAGE 633. Ledger with Arms, South Chancel THE MEMORIALL OF THE JUST SHALL BE BLESSED CHRYSAGON JOWLES AUGUST 27th 1648 FROM THE WOMBE TO THE TOMBE BY MOORE JOWLES 634. Ledger, South Chancel JOHN GOVLDING THE ONLY SONNE OF HENRY GOVLDING GENT WHICH HEE HAD BY HIS FIRST WIFE CLARE GOVLDING WAS BURYED THE [ ] DAY OF FEBRUARY 1625 635. Small Ledger, South Chancel SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JANE AND SARAH TWIN DAUGHTERS OF JOHN AND SARAH TAYLOR OF GRANGE FARM IN THIS PARISH THE FORMER DIED 31st JANUARY 1835 AGED 5 DAYS AND THE LATTER 5th SEPTEMBER 1835 AGED 10 DAYS ALSO EMMA THEIR DAUGHTER WHO DIED 11th JANUARY 1837 AGED 5 MONTHS ALSO JOHN EDWIN SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 23rd JULY 1839 AGED 4 MONTHS 636. Coloured Marble Tablet, with Arms, South Chancel DEATH HATH ADDED TO THE ORNAMENTS OF THIS PLACE THE BLESSED MEMORIALLS OF MRS ANN HAWARD THE BELOVED WIFE OF THOS HAWARD OF GRANCH IN THIS PARISH ESQ DAUGHTER AND COHEIRE OF MR RICHARD ODELL DESCENDED FROM THE AUNTIENT FAMILY OF THE ODELLS OF ODELL IN BEDFORDSHIRE SHE HAD ISSUE ONLY A DAUGHTER AND DEPARTED THIS MORTAL LIFE THE FIFTH OF OCTOBER 1628 TO WHOSE REMEMBRANCE HER MOST AFFECTIONATE HUSBAND HATH CONSECRATED THIS MONUMENT 637. Small black Ledger, Cross Aisle near West End THOS NEAL AGED 54 DIED DEC 10th 1739 638. Small Square Stone MRS HANNAH RADFORD DIED FEB YE 3rd 1747 AGED 60 YEARS 639. Small Square Stone HERE LYETH THE BODY OF MRS JEMIMA FREARNE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY THE XXXI [ ] AGED [ ]XI YEARS WHO WAS THE MOTHER OF MR THO[MAS] [FREARNE] ? 640. Large Ledger, Under Organ, North West Angle of Church TO PERPETUATE THE MEMORY OF JOHN WARD ESQ (LATE OF SHEERNESS) THE BELOVED HUSBAND OF NENETTER LETITIA WARD WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 6th OF MARCH 1855 AGED 59 YEARS THE REMAINS OF THE ABOVE NAMED NENETTER LETITIA WARD ARE DEPOSITED IN A VAULT AT THE ENTRANCE TO THIS CHURCH ALSO MISS NENETTER ANN ANGELINA WARD THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE NAMED WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE ON THE 13th DAY OF SEPTEMBER AGED 18 YEARS 641. Ledger near Entrance from Vestry, North Aisle MR [GOD]REY ? BRETT [WHO DIED JUNE [ ] AGED 75 YEARS [ALSO] THE BODY OF MR [JOH]N ? BRETT WHO DIED THE [ ]th OF [ ] [ ]4 AGED [ ] YEARS 642. Ledger, North Aisle THOMAS COLBY ESQ DIED YE 6th OF MARCH 1750 AGED 78 YEARS ALSO THE BODY OF MRS ELIZTH COLBY HIS WIFE DIED YE 16th OF OCTOBER 1758 AGED [ ] YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 1st January 1750 Thomas Colby of Gillingham, Gentleman His executors to lay out £1,000 in Public Funds, in trust, to pay the interest to his wife, Elizabeth, for life. Afer her death, to pay to daughter Ann Swann, wife of John, Surgeon, for life. After her death, to pay to her children by her late husband Dr Samuel Bradt at 21 or marriage, if daughters. An indenture between himself and daughter Elizabeth on the 1st part and Samuel Atkins of Portsmouth of the 2nd part, in consideration of his daughter’s marriage to Atkins, means the executors will lay out £600 into Public Funds and the sum of £400, likewise invested, to pay his wife for life and after her death to pay interest from the £400 to "daughter Atkins", for life. After wife’s death, in trust, for her children, they to share equally the £400 at 21. If there are no children then the £400 to daughter Elizabeth; if Elizabeth died in her husband’s lifetime or that of his wife, leaving no children, then the £400 to son Thomas, daughters Ann Swann and Henrietta Brett wife of Captain Piercy Brett, equally shared. At the wedding of Henrietta, he agreed to pay Captain Brett, after death of testator’s wife, £1,000, this is the full part of his daughter’s portion, hence there is no further provision for her in his will. To son Thomas £500 after his mother’s death. To his wife, all jewels, books, household goods, plate, linen, furniture and pictures. All real estate and residue of personal estate, after debts and funeral costs are paid also to wife. Wife and son Thomas are executors. Witnesses: Anthony Nott, Thomas Ingram and Thomas Pickfatt ? Codicil 1st January 1751 If his wife survives him, son Thomas to have all his manuscripts and printed books and papers in his closet in the back room, and those in his escritoire that relate to naval affairs. All pictures both stone (sculpture ?) and painting, the two carved stones, weather glass and medals in his common parlour. He had bequeathed to son Thomas £500, now gives an extra £300, after his mother’s death. As a token to son in law Captain Brett, he is to have his ship picture hanging over the mantel piece in best chamber. No witnesses Affidavit 12th March1751 Piercy Brett the Elder of Chatham, Gentleman and Newland Rice of Chatham, Gentleman are sworn. They were well acquainted with the testator and confirm codicil is in his hand and that the signature is the testator’s. Proved 15th March 1751 643. Ledger, North Aisle HERE LYETH THE BODY OF MORRIS CARPENTER GENT FIRST CLERK TO THE CLERK OF THE CHEQUE AT CHATHAM WHO WAS SON OF JAMES CARPENTER GENT FORMER CLERK OF THE CHEQUE AT SHEERNESS DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 17th DAY OF MAY 1724 AGED 48 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 14th March 1724 Morris Carpenter of Chatham, Gentleman Unusually, no religious preamble. To kinsman, Morris Ham son of Richard Ham, of Chatham, Painter, £100 and interest at 21 years. To Thomas Parmeter of Chatham, his two horses, now in the marshes near Cliffe. To friends, Thomas Button of Gillingham, Sail Maker and William Hinds of Chatham, Shipwright, £20 each for their troubles as his executors and trustees. Rest and residue of personal estate, ready money, investments, South Sea Annuities, wages, rings, plate, jewels, etc, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to his trustees, upon trust. They will, from time to time, during the joint lives of [ ] Kiffling of Deptford, Caulker and Elizabeth his wife, pay them the best interest possible from the residue funds. If Elizabeth survives her husband the residue fund to be transferred to her. If she dies before her husband then the income towards their children’s maintenance and education, until they are 21 or married if female, equally shared. If Elizabeth dies before her husband and leaves no children, then to the children of Richard Ham. Trustees to see that he is "handsomely and decently interred". Witnesses: Francis Warner and John Robinson Proved 25th June 1724 644. Small Ledger, South Aisle HERE LIETH THE BODY OF MR GEORGE WILLM WHITE LATE MASTER CAULKER OF HIS MAJESTY’S DOCK YARD AT CHATHAM HE DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 17th OF NOVEMBER 1763 AGED 42 YEARS Consistory Court of Rochester Will, dated12th November 1763 George William White, Master Caulker of H.M. Dockyard, Chatham To brother Richard, his copyhold estate in Hayes, Middlesex, for ever and 1 shilling. To niece Susannah Saunders Dale, Spinster, £30; to nephew, William Dale, £10; to niece Susannah Puddifant, daughter of his late sister, Susannah, £10. Residue of estate, including wages due to his apprentices and household furniture and goods, after payment of debts and funeral costs, to his sister, Magdalena Sarah White of Chatham, Spinster, who with Robert Woodriff of Sheerness is executor. Witnesses: John Johnson, Henry Smith and Joseph Hawkings Proved 22nd November 1763 645. Small White Tablet on Black Ground, near South Entrance IN A VAULT BENEATH ARE DEPOSITED THE REMAINS OF ADMIRAL SIR ROBERT BARLOW KNIGHT GRAND CROSS OF THE MOST HONOURABLE MILITARY ORDER OF THE BATH WHO DIED ON THE 11th DAY OF MAY 1843 IN THE 86th YEAR OF HIS AGE ALSO OF ELIZABETH HIS WIFE WHO DIED ON THE 17th DAY OF SEPTEMBER 1817 IN THE 60th YEAR OF HER AGE BELOVED, HONOURED, LAMENTED "If we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them, Also which sleep in Jesus, will God bring with him" 1 Thess iv 14 Floor near South Entrance Ledger with Barlow Arms ENTRANCE TO THE VAULT Across South Aisle in Large Letters BARLOW Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 6th June 1838 Sir Robert Barlow, K.C.B., rear Admiral, Archbishop’s Precincts, Canterbury An indenture dated 30th September 1811, between George Byng, Esq, afterwards the Right Honourable, George Viscount Torrington, deceased, of the first part, himself of the second part and daughter Frances, now Viscountess Torrington and himself of the third part and William Barlow, Esq and Rev Thomas Barlow of the fourth part, being the marriage settlement between George Byng and daughter Frances. By this settlement he is to pay William Barlow and Thomas Barlow, or their executors, £2,000. His daughter Elizabeth and son Rev William, his executors will pay this money. To daughter Caroline Dashwood, £2,000 according to her marriage settlement with her late husband, Charles Dashwood. To daughter Maria, £6,000 3% annuities and all his musical instruments and music books. All other books to be equally shared between Maria and Elizabeth. Also to Maria his shares in the Royal Naval Annuitant Society, "from the nomination of my daughter Hilare, Countess Dowager Nelson" and of daughter Maria as" my annuitants". Also to Maria, the benefits of a Government Annuity of £50 and sixpence, for life. To son William, £50, to son Robert and daughter Hilare, £50 each. Two years wages in addition to wages due to his servants, John Neate and Rebecca Cliffe, if they are still with him. One year’s wages to other servants still with him. To daughter Elizabeth, after debts and funeral costs are paid, all household goods and furniture, plate, linen, china, monies, wines, pictures, jewels, effects and personal estate, absolutely. Daughter Elizabeth and son William are executors. Witnesses: Thomas Starr and John Starr, Solicitor, Canterbury Affidavit 27th May 1843 John Starr is sworn, confirms that testator signed will in presence of witnesses and they signed in his presence. Proved 1st June 1843 646. Small Plain White Marble Tablet, South Wall ELIZABETH TOWSEY DIED 21st MARCH 1823 AGED 66 YEARS THIS TABLET IS ERECTED BY THE FAMILY OF ADMIRAL SIR ROBERT BARLOW K C B AS A TESTIMONY OF RESPECT TO HER MEMORY AND AN ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF HER FAITHFUL AND AFFECTIONATE SERVICES DURING A PERIOD OF 36 YEARS 647. White Marble Oval on Conical Block, South Wall, Near South Door IN MEMORY OF MARTHA WIFE OF JOHN MADGSHON, ESQ MASTER ATTENDANT OF HIS MAJESTY’S DOCK YARD AT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE 11th DECR 1803 AGED 38 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE JOHN MADGSHON, ESQ WHO DIED THE 17th DAY OF MAY 1818 AGED 84 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 2nd February 1818 John Madgshon, late of H.M. Dockyard, Chatham, now of Surrey Place, ( ? ) , Surrey, Gentleman To brother, Robert, now living with him, £50; to William Norvill of St. Michael, Cornhill, City of London, £50, they are executors. To Robert’s wife, Mary, £50; to Hannah Chaff and William Bronthley, his servants, £30 each; to Ann Pluckett of Blackheath Hill, widow, 5 guineas as a token of his regard. To his executors, upon trust, all his funds in the 3% and 5% Bank Annuities. They are to pay income to brother Robert for life, after his death, then to his widow, Mary for life. After her death, £200 to whoever she nominates. One half of his funds minus the £200 to William and Thomas Corkhill, sons of Isaac Corkhill of Sunderland and Thomas Madgshon Parker and William Parker of Andersley, Yorkshire, and John Madgshon of Bryan ( ?), Gateshead, Mariner, equally shared. The other half to William Nowell, Hat Maker and Joseph Nowell and Eliza Nowell, children of William and Sarah, equally shared. Ready money, household goods, furniture and effects in house and residue after debts and funeral costs are paid, to brother Robert. Witnesses: Richard Gill, 14 Northampton Place, Kent Road and William Youl, Dover Place, Old Kent Road. Proved 3rd June 1818 648. White Marble Tablet on Grey Background, South Aisle Wall SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MR THOMAS PARKIN R.N. OBIT 4th OCT 1815 AETAT 19 ALSO GEORGE PARKIN, ESQ FATHER OF THE ABOVE FOR MANY YEARS MASTER BUILDER AT HER MAJESTY’S DOCK YARDS SHEERNESS AND CHATHAM DIED THE 20th OF APRIL 1843 IN THE 86th YEAR OF HIS AGE AND ELIZABETH PARKIN RELICT OF THE SAID GEORGE PARKIN WHOM SHE SURVIVED ONLY THREE WEEKS AFTER A HAPPY UNION OF NEARLY 61 YEARS DIED THE 12th OF MAY 1843 IN THE 84th YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO HENRY PARKIN, ESQ, M.D. SON OF THE ABOVE GEORGE AND ELIZ PARKIN DIED THE 4th OF JUNE 1852 IN THE 60th YEAR OF HIS AGE Ledger, Floor of South Aisle ENTRANCE TO THE FAMILY VAULT OF GEORGE PARKIN, ESQ 649. White Stone Tablet, with Pillasters and Cornice, South Wall SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF MRS ANN ALLAN WIFE OF MR JOHN ALLAN OF THIS PARISH WHO DIED THE 29th OF FEBRUARY 1820 AGED 69 YEARS AND 7 MONTHS SHE WAS AN EXCELLENT WIFE, A TENDER MOTHER AND A TRUE CHRISTIAN LIKEWISE FOUR SONS AND THREE DAUGHTERS WHO DIED IN THEIR INFANCY LEFT ISSUE TWO SONS, VIZ. JOHN AND LARKIN MARY ANN ALLAN GRAND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED THE 25th OF MARCH 1818 AGED 2 YEARS AND 6 MONTHS ALSO THE ABOVE MR JOHN ALLAN WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 3rd OF OCTOBER 1822 AGED 73 YEARS Ledger on South Aisle Floor ENTRANCE TO THE VAULT OF MR JOHN ALLAN Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 8th October 1821 John Allan of Brompton, Gentleman To son John of Woolwich, Shipwright, his four houses in Wood Street, Brompton, occupied by George Dann Banes, James Martin , Richard Siggins and Widow Palmer, and house in River Street, Brompton, occupied by Widow Pratt, for ever. To son Larkin of Canterbury, Linen Draper, a house and shop in All Saints, Canterbury, in Larkin’s occupation, and a house in Wood Street, Brompton, in his own occupation, for ever. Also to Larkin, household goods and furniture, plate, linen, china and clothes. To servant Ann Preston, if with him at his death, two suites of mourning and £20. To his two sons, all ready money and investments and residue shared equally. Larkin is executor. Witnesses: J. Stephens, P.A. Stephens and M.S. Stephens Proved 8th November 1822 650. Elaborate White Marble Urn Shaped Tablet, North Wall, near Vestry SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF J, STROVER, ESQ FORMERLY COMMR OF THE ESSEX E.J.S. & SUPT OF THE WEST I.D. EST AT BLACKWALL OB 27th OCT 1815 AET 63 HE WAS LORD OF THE MANOR OF WEST COURT IN THIS PARISH ALSO OF HIS BELOVED WIFE MARY DUDLEY WHO ONLY SURVIVED HIM 16 DAYS THEIR REMAINS ARE DEPOSITED IN THE FAMILY VAULT BENEATH THIS STONE ERECTED BY THEIR ONLY SURVIVING SON COLONEL S. R. STROVER E.I.S. 651. Small White Marble Tablet, North Wall SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM DRAWBRIDGE ESQ. OF HARTLIP WHO DIED DECEMBER 3rd 1842 AGED 81 DEEPLY LAMENTED AND BELOVED ALSO FRANCES HIS WIFE AND OF THEIR THREE CHILDREN KITTY, WILLIAM AND FRANCES ALSO OF AMELIA SECOND WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED DECEMBER THE 9th 1845 AGED 81 YEARS AND SEVERAL OF THEIR CHILDREN WHOSE REMAINS ARE DEPOSITED IN THE VAULT IN THE CHURCH YARD (See Church Yard monuments) 652. Obelisk of Grey Marble, with White and Yellow Veins, on White Marble Pedestal Obelisk SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN LATE WIFE OF WILLIAM HULME, GENT OF THIS PARISH WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 24th SEPT 1783 IN THE 32nd YEAR OF HER AGE ALSO WILLIAM AND SAMUEL SONS OF THE SAID WILLM HULME, GENT AND NANCY HIS SECOND WIFE WHO DIED AT JAMAICA 1817 THE FORMER AGED 21 YEARS AND THE LATTER 20 YEARS Pedestal WILLIAM HULME, GENT DIED APRIL 30th 1799 AGED 55 YEARS NANCY HIS RELICT ELDEST DAUGHTER OF THE LATE THOS TONKEN, ESQ POST CAPTAIN IN THE ROYAL NAVY DIED 21st DEC 1820 IN THE 61st YEAR OF HER AGE WILLIAM HENRY THEIR SON DIED AN INFANT 1794 Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 22nd October 1793 William Hulme, Esquire of Brompton Desires to be buried in a strong lead coffin in the vault with his late wife in Gillingham church. William Hulme of Bread Street Hill, City of London, Merchant and his now wife, Mary are executors, to them, £500 4% Bank of England Annuities, upon trust. They are to purchase another £500 of 4% annuities out of his personal estate, upon trust; they to pay income of £500 to William Hulme of Dunstable, for life. After his death, then to testator’s wife, for ever. Residue after debts and funeral costs are paid, and real estate, to his wife, for ever. Witnesses: Catherine Edwards, Jane Davies and E.J. Twopenny Affidavit 31st July 1799 His widow, Nancy is sworn, she found will in a chest in their bedroom. Three lines which are crossed out were in that condition when she found the will. Proved 2nd August 1799 653. White Marble Tablet, North Wall THE REVEREND THOMAS TONKEN HULME A.B. OF TRINITY COLLEGE, OXFORD FIFTH SON OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM AND NANCY HULME DIED 17th FEBRUARY 1822 AGED 24 YEARS 654. Marble Obelisk, with Arms and motto, "In Caelo Quies", North Wall SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WILLIAM HENRY BOYS, ESQ REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ANCIENT AND RESPECTABLE FAMILY OF THE NAME IN THIS COUNTY AND LIEUT COLONEL OF HIS MAJESTY’S ROYAL MARINE FORCES HE DIED AT BROMPTON IN THIS PARISH ON THE 16th DAY OF DECEMBER 1822 AGED 61 YEARS LEAVING HIS WIFE AND NINE CHILDREN TO LAMENT THE LOSS OF A MOST AFFECTIONATE AND INDULGENT HUSBAND AND FATHER DURING 44 YEARS SPENT IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE HE ACTED WITH THAT STEADY ATTENTION TO DISCIPLINE WHICH ANSWERED RESPECT WHILE SUAVITY OF MANNERS TO HIS EQUALS AND BENEVOLENCE TO HIS INFERIORS RENDERED HIM ESTEEMED AND BELOVED THIS MONUMENT IS ERECTED BY HIS AFFLICTED WIDOW (One Line) ELIZABETH RELICT OF THE ABOVE AND ONLY DAUGHTER OF THE LATE ADMIRAL SIR HENRY HARVEY K.B. DIED AT ROCHESTER ON THE 22nd OF MARCH 1850 AGED 80 YEARS IN THE ADJACENT CHURCHYARD ARE DEPOSITED THE REMAINS OF TWO OF THEIR CHILDREN EDWARD SMITH AND AMELIA HARVEY ANOTHER SON WILLIAM HENRY DIED AT PORTSMOUTH ON THE 5th OF FEBRUARY 1798 AGED 2 MONTHS AND WAS BURIED IN THE CHURCHYARD OF ST. THOMAS IN THAT PLACE 655. White Marble Diamond shaped Tablet, with Scroll, on Bluish Grey Marble SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ELLEN FIFTH DAUGHTER OF THE LATE LIEUT COLONEL BOYS AND ELIZABETH HIS WIDOW SHE DIED AT TUNBRIDGE WELLS ON THE 1st SEPTEMBER 1831 AGED 25 YEARS HER REMAINS ARE DEPOSITED IN THE ADJOINING CHURCHYARD Scroll PIOUS DUTIFUL AFFECTIONATE SHE BELIEVED IN THE TRIUNE GOD 656. White Marble Tablet, Gold Letters, Urn, on Bluish Grey Obelisk SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF OCTAVIA HARVEY YOUNGEST DAUGHTER OF THE LATE LIEUT COLONEL BOYS AND ELIZABETH HIS WIDOW SHE DIED AT TUNBRIDGE WELLS JULY 27th 1833 AGED 20 YEARS AND WAS INTERRED IN THE ADJACENT CHURCHYARD "Blessed are the Pure in Heart, For they shall see God" 657. White Marble on Black Marble Backing, North Arcade THIS TABLET IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF KATHERINE WIFE OF SAMUEL BAKER, ESQ OF DARLAND IN THIS PARISH IN TESTIMONY OF THAT CONJUGAL AFFECTION AND FRIENDSHIP WITH WHICH FOR FORTY THREE YEARS THEY WERE MUTUALLY BLESSED AFTER A LIFE PASSED IN THE DISCHARGE OF EVERY MORAL AND RELIGIOUS DUTY SHE DIED JULY 12th 1830 AGED 66 YEARS HER REMAINS ARE DEPOSITED WITH THOSE OF HER DAUGHTER SARAH AND HER SON ROBERT IN THE TOMB IN THE ADJOINING CHANCEL WITH THEM ALSO REST THOSE OF THE ABOVE NAMED SAMUEL BAKER, ESQ WHO CLOSED A LIFE EMINENTLY CONSPICUOUS FOR INTEGRITY, PHILANTHROPY AND UTILITY ON THE 5th DAY OF NOVEMBER 1856 AGED 75 YEARS 658. Marble Tablet, South Arcade SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF REVD ROWLAND GROVE CURTOIS, D.D. LATE CHAPLAIN TO THE FORCES IN THIS GARRISON INCUMBANT OF HANNAY, LINCOLNSHIRE AND FORMERLY FELLOW OF CORPUS CHRISTI, OXFORD WHO DIED AT NILE TERRACE, ROCHESTER JANUARY 23rd 1849 AGED 62 YEAR HIS SURVIVING WIDOW MARY CURTOIS ERECTED THIS TABLET AS A TRIBUTE OF AFFECTION TO THE MEMORY OF A HUSBAND WHO WAS UNIVERSALLY BELOVED AND RESPECTED Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 31st May 1843 Rev Rowland Curtois, D.D. of Rochester, Chaplain to H.M. Forces To wife Mary, all ready money, money in bank, dividends due. She is to pay debts, except mortgage, and funeral costs, and household furniture , linen, china, glass, wines, carriage, horses, portrait of the late Robert Farquller, Esq, silver tankard with crest of Farquller family, absolutely. Also plate, books, pictures and prints, except above portrait and tankard, for life. After her death, then shared equally by his two sons. His farm called Beluncle at Hoo, occupied by John Pearce the Elder, his orchard called Shotterson in Gillingham, to son George, for ever, subject to a mortgage on it for £3,733 15s and £828, also subject to payment of £1, 064 12s borrowed by testator of the trustees of the will of General David Latimer Widdrington, towards payment for Beluncle. Also to son George, £500. His freeholds in Hidbrook, Lincolnshire, occupied by William Houldon, to son Rowland. Residue shared between his sons, if both died under 21, his wife to receive rents for life. After her death, to the children of his brother, Peregrine of Lanaretville, near Boston, shared equally. His wife, Rev Henry Widdrington of Bath, Adolphus Latimer Widdrington, Captain 73rd Regiment of Foot and George Murray late of Chichester are executors and guardians of his children during their minority. Witnesses: B. Holme of New Inn, John Gaskin, his Clerk Codicil 18th December 1844 He has purchased from the trustees of the will of Thomas Comport, late of Hoo, several pieces of land, (24 acres), adjoining Beluncle, this to son George, subject to a loan of £900 borrowed from the trustees of General Widdrington, also the sums mentioned before for the purchase of Beluncle. Witnesses: As above Codicil 12th April 1846 Adolphus Widdrington is too unwell to act as an executor. In his place, Stephen Jennings Swayne of Rochester, M.D. is appointed. Witnesses: B. Holme and N.B. Young, both of New Inn Codicil 4th January 1849 To youngest son Rowland, £300, now on bond to the trustees of Marlborough College for 10 years at 5% per annum. This to be added to previous income for his maintenance and education. Witnesses: Alfred Halmer? of Rochester and Sarah Jackson, Rochester Affidavit 21st march 1849 Mary Curtois, widow, is sworn. The codicils were her husband’s intentions and he was of sound mind when he made them. She knows of no other codicil. Stephen Swayne is also sworn. He was well acquainted with testator, he was his doctor during his last illness. He was with when he made the last codicil, having written will in mistake for codicil. Proved 28th March 1849 power reserved to George Murray 659. Small White Marble Tablet on Black Base IN THE BLESSED HOPE OF THE RESURRECTION TO LIFE ETERNAL REPOSING IN THE VAULT BENEATH THE REMAINS OF LOUISA GEORGINA THE BELOVED WIFE OF THE REVD ROWLAND CURTOIS, D.D. AND ELDEST DAUGHTER OF LT. GEN. SIR D.L.T. WIDDRINGTON, K.C.H. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MARCH 14th 1836 AGED 40 660. White Marble Urn shaped Tablet IN A VAULT IN THE CHANCEL ARE DEPOSITED TOGETHER WITH THOSE OF HER SISTER LOUISA GEORGINA CURTOIS THE MORTAL REMAINS OF EMMA MATILDA THIRD DAUGHTER OF LIEUT GENERAL SIR DAVID LATIMER TINLING WIDDRINGTON, K.C.H. BORN JULY 1st 1800 DIED MARCH 24th 1837 IN TESTIMONY OF THE MANY VIRTUES AND ENDEARING QUALITIES OF A BELOVED CHILD A BEREAVED FATHER HAS CAUSE THIS TABLET TO BE ERECTED TO HER MEMORY 661. White Marble Tablet, North Arcade IN MEMORY OF GEORGE C. WIDDRINGTON CURTOIS LIEUTENANT IN HER MAJESTY’S 63rd (WEST SUFFOLK) REGIMENT ELDEST SON OF THE LATE REVEREND R.G. CUTOIS, D.D. AND GRANDSON OF THE LATE LIEUTENANT GENERAL SIR D.L. TINLING WIDDRINGTON, K.C.H. HE WAS KILLED AT THE BATTLE OF INKERMAN ON THE 5th OF NOVEMBER 1854 AGED 25 ERECTED AS ATOKEN OF AFFECTION BY HIS ATTACHED STEPMOTHER 662. White Marble Tablet on Black Ground TO THE MEMORY OF NEIL THOMSON, ESQ PURSER IN HIS MAJESTY’S NAVY OBT 28th AUGUST 1801 AETAT 74 THIS TABLET IS ERECTED BY HIS AFFECTIONATE SON HENRY THOMSON 663. White Marble Tablet with Arms SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF JULIA HELEN TAPLEY THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM TAPLEY, ESQ, M.D. WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE OCTOBER 16th 1842 AGED 24 YEARS "A Weeping Father mourns thy loss, Yet Faith points to yon sky, And bid him view his Angel Child, In Glory robed on High" 664. White Marble Tablet, North Arcade TO THE MEMORY OF MARY LIARDET WIFE OF CAPTAIN FREDERICK LIARDET OF THE MARINES DIED 18th DECEMBER 1800 AGED 38 YEARS SHE WAS AN EXEMPLARY WIFE, AND EXCELLENT MOTHER AND A TRUE CHRISTIAN HER VIRTUES WILL OUTLIVE THIS MONUMENT THEY ARE ENGRAVED IN THE HEARTS OF THE POOR IN THE BRIGHT CHARACTERS OF PIOUS CHARITY "What is this World, thy school of Misery, Our only Lesson is to learn to Suffer, And he who knows not what, was born For nothing" Young 665. White Marble Tablet, Grey Pilasters IN MEMORY OF FRANCES MARSH WIFE OF WM MARSH, ESQ OF KNIGHTSBRIDGE, MIDDX AND SECOND DAUGHTER OF JOHN GRAHAM, ESQ OF THE SUPREME COUNCIL AT CALCUTTA WAS BORN (IN BENGAL) 15th JUNE 1770 AND DIED 5th APRIL 1805 LEAVING FOUR CHILDREN WILLIAM, FRANCES MARY, MARY AND GEORGINA NELSON ALSO IN MEMORY OF THEIR ELDEST DAUGHTER FRANCES MARY BORN 14th AUGUST 1797 DIED 2nd MAY 1818 ALSO WILLIAM ONLY SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 10th SEPTEMBER 1824 AGED 29 YEARS AND MARY SECOND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 6th MARCH 1839 AGED 40 YEARS ALSO GEORGINA NELSON MARSH YOUNGEST DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM MARSH, ESQ BORN DECEMBER 1800 DIED MARCH 1861 666. White Marble and Grey Tablet ANNE DAUGHTER OF GEORGE MARSH OF BLACKHEATH ESQ DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE 11th OF AUGUST 1777 IN THE 18th YEAR OF HER AGE "Farewell dear Maid of modest worth possessed, With Virtue, Sense and Genius richly Blest, Farewell my child till Happier Times arrive, When thy Fair form shall from the Dust revive, If Worthy Judg’d thy Joyful Father then, To his Fond Breast shall clasp his Child again" ANNE WIFE OF GEORGE MARSH, ESQ AND MOTHER OF THE ABOVE NAMED ANNE DIED THE 1st OF APRIL 1784 AGED 63 YEARS GEORGE MARSH JUNIOR, ESQ PROCTOR IN DOCTORS COMMONS SON OF THE AFOREMENTIONED GEORGE AND ANNE MARSH DIED THE 14th OF JULY 1790 IN THE 41st YEAR OF HIS AGE AMELIA WIFE OF WILLIAM MARSH, ESQ (THE SURVIVING SON OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED GEORGE AND ANNE MARSH ) AND ELDEST DAUGHTER OF ARTHUR CUTHBERT, ESQ OF WOODCOTT PARK SURREY DIED (UNLAMENTED ONLY WHERE UNKNOWN) THE 5th OF JULY 1793 AGED 28 YEARS LEAVING FIVE CHILDREN, NAMELY ARTHUR CUTHBERT, AMELIA, GEORGE ANNE AND SARAH THE LATTER OF WHOM DIED THE 14th OF AUGUST 1793 AGED 5 MONTHS AND IS BURIED IN THIS CHURCH WITH HER MOTHER (Post Connolly) ALSO ANNE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM AND AMELIA MARSH BORN DECEMBER 21st 1788 DIED AUGUST 25th 1861 ALSO OF GEORGE MARSH, ESQ 2nd SON OF THE ABOVE WILLIAM MARSH, ESQ WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE JULY 30th 1868 IN THE 77th YEAR OF HIS AGE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 8th February 1787 George Marsh the Younger, Esquire, of Doctors Common, London After debts and funeral costs are paid, freeholds and leaseholds in Chatham and Gillingham, and pieces of woodland in Luton, Chatham, to friend Henry Stevens, Esq, who is to sell his freeholds. Personal estate and effects and proceeds of above, to Henry Stevens, upon trust, to invest in annuities during the life of Mary Boyher, otherwise Marsh, and Frances Boyher, her sister; two thirds of the income to Mary and one third to Frances, the whole to the survivor. He desires them to live together. Henry Stevens is executor. Witnesses: Walter Wright, George Byworth and Edward Tohler, all of Doctors Common Proved 2nd October 1790 Henry Stevens has renounced as executor. Administration granted to William Marsh and Henry Creed, creditors. The sisters Mary and Frances Boyher have also renounced. 667. White Marble Tablet with Crest IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM MARSH, ESQ FORMERLY OF KNIGHTSBRIDGE IN THE COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX LATE OF YORK GATE REGENT’S PARK WHO DIED 1st JANUARY 1846 AGED 90 YEARS ALSO OF ELIZABETH HIS THIRD WIFE DAUGHTER OF LEONARD TRESILIAN, ESQ WHO DIED 28th FEBRUARY 1838 AGED 69 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 19th May 1839 William Marsh of Blackheath Park Desires to be buried in family vault, at Gillingham. Everything to his daughter, Georgina Nelson Marsh, she Arthur Cuthbert Marsh and George Marsh, the latter at the Cape of Good Hope, are executors. Witnesses: Henry Sharnell?, Surgeon and John Speer, Servant to Mr Marsh Codicil 19th may 1839 He is in several cases either a trustee of mortgagee, all of this estate to son Arthur, already appointed an executor. Witnesses: Henry Sharnell and Helen Williams Codicil 3rd August 1843 He has made daughter Georgina sole residuary legatee, now son Arthur is joint legatee. Witnesses: I cannot read names ! Affidavit Arthur Cuthbert Marsh of Easthampton, Watford, (testator late of York Gate, Regent’s Park), is sworn. He found will and codicils in a box in testator’s bedroom. The date of the will is correct. The second codicil refers to a will of 19th May 1840, this was a mistake by testator. He found the documents with the date as they now appear. Henry Sharnell of Blackheath, is sworn. He is one of surviving witnesses. He was present when the will was signed by testator and witnesses, all in each other’s presence. Proved 27th March 1846 668. White and Grey Tablet TO THE MEMORY OF GEORGE MARSH, ESQ ONE OF THE PRINCIPAL OFFICERS AND COMMISSIONERS OF HIS MAJESTY’S NAVY WHO DIED THE 27th DAY OF OCTOBER 1800 AGED 78 YEARS HE SERVED IN VARIOUS NAVAL DEPARTMENTS UPWARDS OF 64 YEARS WITH UNEFATIGLE ATTENTION AND FIDELITY WAS APPOINTED IN 1763 ONE OF THE COMMISSIONERS FOR VICTUALLING HIS MAJESTY’S NAVY AND BY THE KING’S COMMAND IN CONSEQUENCE OF THE RECOMMENDATION TO HIS MAJESTY BY THE EARL OF EGREMONT UPON HIS LORDSHIP’S RETIRING FROM OFFICE AND SIGNIFIED TO HIM BY THE EARL OF SANDWICH THEN FIRST LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY IN OCTOBER 1772 A COMMISSIONER OF THE NAVY PRUDENCE, EQUITY AND ORDER WERE SEEN IN ALL HIS CONDUCT, AND TEMPERANCE WAS THE COMPANION OF HIS LIFE CHARITY, HUMANITY AND BENEVOLENCE WERE ALWAYS UPPERMOST IN HIS HEART FOR THESE PURPOSES HE LIMITED HIS OWN DESIRE AND EXPENCES WHICH PRODUCED THE SUBLIMEST OF ALL SATISFACTION AN INDEPENDENCE IN HIS SOUL SUPERIOR TO ALL CONTINGENCES AND OPENED THE SOURCE FROM WHENCE THE NOBLEST OF ALL EARTHLY ENJOYMENTS ARE DERIVED HE POSSESSED GOOD HEALTH CHERFUL SPIRITS AND A LARGE SHARE OF HAPPINESS BUT NEVERTHELESS HE DID NOT NEGLECT THE MOST MATERIAL OF ALL CONCERNS FOR PREPARING HIMSELF FOR HIS CERTAIN DISSOLUTION BY DAILY KNEELING AND OFFERING PRAISES TO HIM FOR THESE BLESSINGS WHOSE THRONE IS UNIVERSAL AND WHO SEETH IN SECRET Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 10th September 1799 George Marsh, Esquire, a Principal Officer and Commissioner of H.M. Navy After debts and funeral costs are paid, to John Marsh one of the Commissioners for Victualling the Navy and James Morrison of the Tower of London, Esquire, £160 per annum Bank Annuities, part of a sum of £180, upon trust. £50 of this to be paid to sister, Mary Duval, for life; £60 to be paid to Mary Paterson wife of Captain Gilbert Paterson, Royal Marines, for life; £50 to be paid to Elsworth Roy, now living with him, for life. £10, remainder of the £160, to Ann Moore, his cook, for life. To Elizabeth Clapp, £100 and the same sum to James Morrison the Elder. To Dodson George Hure son of Sir George Hure, Baronet, £100; to godson George Marsh, son of John Marsh, £100; to Francis Marsh of Woovil near Gosport, £100; to Ann and Mary Paterson daughters of Captain Paterson, £50 each; to Ann Thorpe, formerly his servant, who resides with her brother, [ ] Metcalfe, Shipwright, H.M. Dockyard, Chatham, £20. Residue to son William for ever. Son William is executor. Witnesses: William Batleu, George Atkins and Tristram Everest Proved 15th November 1800 669. White Marble Tablet on Black Ground, South Arcade IN MEMORY OF ARTHUR CUTHBERT MARSH OF EASTBURY, HERTFORDSHIRE BORN JULY 1786 DIED AT EASTBURY DECEMBER 1849 ARTHUR MARSH ELDEST SON OF ARTHUR CUTHBERT MARSH AND OF HIS WIFE ANNE MARSH BORN AUGUST 1824 DIED AUGUST 1824 MARTIN WILLIAM JAMES MARSH ONLY SURVIVING SON OF ARTHUR CUTHBERT MARSH AND OF HIS WIFE ANNE MARSH BORN AUGUST 1825 DIED AT ATHENS AUGUST 1846 (Post Connolly) ALSO OF ELIZA LOUISA MARSH CALDWELL BORN JULY 8th 1818 DIED MARCH 28th 1913 GEORGINA AMELIA MARSH CALDWELL BORN NOVEMBER 13th 1820 DIED MARCH 12th 1900 ROSAMUND JANE MARSH CALDWELL BORN JULY 3rd 1823 DIED APRIL 9th 1911 DAUGHTERS OF THE ABOVE ARTHUR CUTHBERT MARSH AND ANNE HIS WIFE THEY DIED AT LINLEY WOOD AND ARE BURIED AT TALKE, STAFFORDSHIRE Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 9th June 1842 Arthur Cuthbert Marsh of Eastbury, Hertfordshire All real estate and personal estate to wife Anne, absolutely. All property invested in him as trustee or by mortgage, to wife, according to the nature of the trusts. His wife is executor. Witnesses: L. Wynne, Lincoln’s Inn Fields and Race Hooper, Clerk to Messrs Delmar and Wynne. Proved 13th April 1850 670. White Marble Tablet SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF LT COLONEL JOHN BELL DUNSTERVILLE LATE OF THE HONOURABLE THE EAST INDIA COMPANY’S SERVICE AT BOMBAY WHO DIED SUDDENLY AT MALIGAUM IN THE EAST INDIES ON THE 7th OF JULY1833 IN THE 48th YEAR OF HIS AGE 671. White Marble Shield (The last of Connolly’s Transcriptions) IN MEMORY OF MICHAEL AUSTIN WHO DIED JUNE 1st 1844 AETAT 72 AND OF MARY ANNE HIS WIFE WHO DIED SEPTEMBER 10th 1827 AETAT 51 THEIR REMAINS ARE INTERRED IN THIS CHURCHYARD THIS TABLET IS ERECTED AS A MARK OF RESPECT AND AFFECTION BY THEIR SON HORATIO THOMAS AUSTIN THE ONLY SURVIVING OF EIGHT CHILDREN 672. Black Ledger in Nave (Not Listed by Connolly, Recorded by John Thorpe, c. 1730) HERE LYETH INTERRED THE BODY OF JOHN GLOVER LATE MASTER MAST MAKER OF HIS MAJESTY’S YARD AT CHATHAM WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE MAY THE 7th 1724 AGED 53 YEARS Prerogative Court of Canterbury Will, dated 1st February 1724 John Glover of Chatham, Master Mast Maker of H.M. Dockyard, Chatham To George Marshall of Gillingham, all of his clothes; to Thomas Baker of Chatham, Shipwright, all pictures, clock, case models of ships, household goods in great and little parlour, silver tankard marked, I E B To Thomas Stanley of Chatham, Shipwright, household goods and furniture in two chambers and closet, except plate, silver tankard marked M.M. and leasehold house in St. Margaret’s, Rochester, occupied by Bullgar Smallwood; to Amy Hills, his servant, pewter, brass, copper and furniture in his kitchen and two pantries, all brewing utensils and goods in his wash house and cellar, all bottles and liquor, bottle rack and £20. His house with barn and stables and pieces of land in Hearnhill, occupied by William ( ? ) and other house and pieces of land also in Hearnhill, occupied by [ ] Pinn and house called the "Red Lyon" and pieces of land, again in Hearnhill, occupied by Ann Fordman, widow and his seven houses in Chatham, two of which are empty, occupied by William Mitchell, Thomas Delve, Henry Milbourn, [ ] Payning and [ ] [ ] and his own house in Chatham, plus three other houses and shop in Chatham, occupied by Thomas Seamore, John Dolby and Widow Creed and all other freeholds, to his two nieces, Hannah Mead, wife of Thomas Mead of Brumley, Middlesex, Butcher and Martha Hope of the City of London, widow, for ever, equally shared. They to pay out of some of this property, an annuity of £13 to Mary Marshall of Gillingham, widow, for life. Three leasehold houses and school house in Chatham, occupied by Peter Cullen, Widow Huckle and Stephen Dore, (probably Stephen Duer, who was a School Teacher), to Hannah Mead and Martha Hope, equally shared. Residue of ready money, investments, rings, plate, linen, woollen, bedding, pewter, brass, household goods and personal estate, not already bequeathed, after debts and funeral costs are paid, to Hannah Mead and Martha Hope, equally shared, the latter two are executors. Witnesses: P. Collen, Stephen Duer and Thomas Johnson Proved 20th May 1724 POST CONNOLLY MONUMENTAL INSCRIPTIONS 673. White Marble Tablet (North Arcade/Angle of Chancel, Above his Parent’s Monument) IN MEMORY OF A ZEALOUS, EXCELLENT OFFICER A TRUE AND KIND HEARTED MAN WHO RAISED HIMSELF TO A HIGH POSITION IN THE NAVY BY MERITORIOUS CONDUCT AND ENTIRE DEVOTION TO DUTY VICE ADMIRAL SIR HORATIO THOMAS AUSTIN K. C. B. BORN 10th MARCH A.D. 1800 DIED 16th NOV 1865 HIS BODY WAS INTERRED IN KENSAL GREEN CEMETERY ERRECTED IN TESTMONY OF HIS HONOURABLE CHARACTER AND PUBLIC SERVICE BY HIS NAVAL FRIENDS AND BROTHER OFFICERS 674. Brass Plate, North Wall IN MEMORY OF ARTHUR F. BRIETZCKE DIED 20th DEC 1874 AGED 24 YEARS AND WAS INTERRED IN THE ADJOINING CEMETERY 675. Under Stained Glass Window THESE WINDOWS WERE PAINTED TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN MEMORY OF MARY ANN WIFE OF CHARLES R. CHEFFINS AND OF THEIR SON GEORGE ARTHUR STANLEY CAPTAIN IN THE 1st KENT VOLUNTEER ARTILLERY Mary Ann Cheffins died 5th April 1891 George Arthur Stanley Cheffins died 8th October 1898 676. Brass Plate on Black Marble, South Wall THE CLOCK IN THE TOWER OF THIS CHURCH IS DEDICATED TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND TO THE LOVING MEMORY OF EDWARD METCALFE GRAIN MAJOR GENERAL (RETIRED) ROYAL ENGINEERS BORN 20th MARCH 1829 DIED 13th JUNE 1884 BY HIS WIDOW ELIZABETH MARY GRAIN OF COURT LODGE, GILLINGHAM, DECEMBER 1887 677. Under Rumney Window, North wall THIS WINDOW WAS ERECTED TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN LOVING MEMORY OF WILLIAM RUMNEY OF STUBBIN’S HOUSE, LANCASHIRE BY HIS DAUGHTER ANNIE OBIT AUGUST 11th 1882 678. Brass Plate on Black Marble Backing, North Wall IN MEMORY OF SAPPER H. SKITCH, R. E. H.M.S. HOOD ACCIDENTALLY DROWNED AT GILLINGHAM 28th AUGUST 1875 AGED 28 YEARS ERECTED BY THE OFFICERS AND MEN OF H.M.S. HOOD 679. Brass Tablet, North Wall IN MEMORY OF ALFRED STUMP OF BROMPTON, KENT, BUILDER TO WHOSE CARE AND ABILITY IN HIS CALLING THIS RESTORED CHURCH BEARS WITNESS UNSPARING OF HIMSELF, EVEN IN SICKNESS HE SURVIVED TO COMPLETE THIS WORK AND DIED JUNE 10th 1869 AGED 49 YEARS "I Know that my Redeemer Liveth" 680. Brass Plate, South Wall IN AFFECTIONATE REMEMBRANCE OF ALFRED TUCKER SERGEANT 9th BATTALION ROYAL WEST KENT REGIMENT FOR FIFTEEN YEARS A TEACHER IN THE CHURCH SCHOOL AND LAY READER AT HEMPSTEAD MISSION DIED 15th APRIL 1915 AGED 37 YEARS THIS TABLET IS ERECTED BY HIS COLLEGUES AND FRIENDS IN MEMORY OF HIS DEVOTED SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THIS PARISH INTERRED AT WANDSWORTH CEMETERY 681. First World War Memorial, South Wall THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE 1914 - 1918 W. J. ASSITER C. W. BALDWIN G. BASKERVILLE H. BECK H. C. BILLS P. W. BILLS W. J. BOWRING C. BRISTOW W. V. BROMLEY G. K. BROWN C. A. BURTON I. CARR F. J. CHARLTON T. T. COCKRAN T. E. COLLETT C. COLLINS | L. COOMBE W. J. COVINGTO G. COX E. H. CRUMPTON G. DAMPIER C. F. FORD A. E. FRENCH H. R. FRIDAY R. W. GARNHAM C. GITTINGS W. J. M. GREEN A. GRIFFITHS A. GALLIVAN C. HALL W. W. HAMILTON H. HAMMANS | W. J. HARBOUR G. HARLE H. M. HINBEST A. J. JACOBS R. L. JENNINGS W. S. JOHNSON S. JOHNSON S. KENT H. G. KINGSTAND W. H. KIRBY E. J. A. LLEWHELLIN A. W. LOWES M. W. LOY G. W. LYON W. W. MALLETT W. MASON | P. A. MILTON W. S. MUNDEN J. F. MYERS A. NASH R. C. NOAKES H. B. PATERSON R. PIKE E. J. PIPER G. PITTOCK J. A. PITTOCK R. PUTTERIL R. READER H. RICHARDS W. ROSE H. SAVAGE R. SKEAT | F. SWINDELL L. SYCAMORE H. J. TERRY ALF TUCKER A. TUCKER S. TURNER G. R. WALKER R. J. WALKER A. WEBB W. J. WEBB H. WELLER W. WHITE G. H. WHITTELL A. WILLINGHAM J. WOODING A. WORSFORD | GIVE PEACE IN OUR TIME O LORD MONUMENTS MISSING BEFORE CONNOLLY’S TIME - RECORDED BY BAPTISTE TUFTON IN THE 17th CENTURY AND JOHN THORPE IN THE 18th CENTURY 682a.Brass on Ledger, Grange chapel Portrait of Jone in a Winding Sheet, also 4 sons and 4 daughters depicted HERE LIETH JONE BAMME SUMTYME THE WYFE OF RICHARD BAMME SQUYER AND DOUGHTER OF JOHN MARTYN SUMTYME CHEFE JUGE OF THE COMMON PLACE AND MODIR UNTO JOHN BAMME THE WHICHE LIETH AS YT APPERITH ON THE NORTH SYDE OF THIS CHAPELL THE WHICHE JONE DIED THE XV DAY OF JANUARY IN THE YERE OF OUR LORD MCCCCXXXI ON WHOSE SOULE JESU HAVE MERCY AMEN 682b. Brass on Ledger, Grange Chapel Portraits of a Man and Woman from waist up HIC JACENT ROBERTUS BEAUFITZ ET SARA UXOR EJUS QUI ROBERTUS OBIIT ANNO DOMINI MCCCLXX ET DICTA SARA OBIIT ANNO MCCCLXXXXV QUORUM ANIMABUS PROPICIETUR DEUS 683. Brass on Ledger, Grange Chapel Portraits of a Man and Woman, he with a Lion Couchant at his feet, she a small Dog with collar of Bells Inscription around border CY GISENT JOHN BEAUFITZ QUI MORUST LE XXV JOUR DEL MOYS DE NOVEMBRE L’AN DE DIEU MIL CCCCXXVII ET ISABELLE SA FEMME QUE MORUST LE XXX JOUR DEL MOIS DE DECEMBRE L’AN DE DIEU MIL CCCCXIX JRSU NOSTRE SAUVEUR DE SA GRANDE PITE DE LEURS ALMES EIT MERCY AMEN From his mouth "IN DEO SPERAVI", from her "FILI DEI MISERI NOSTRI" 684. Brass in Grange Chapel Portrait of Man in Priest’s Robes, Cross Backing HIC JACET MAGISTER WILLIELMUS BEAUFITZ QUI OBIIT XIX DIE MENSIS MAII ANNO DOMINI MCCCCXXXIII CUJUS ANIME PROPICIETUR DEUS Around the Border ES TESTIS CHRISTE QUOD NON JACET HIC LAPIS ISTE CORPUS UT ORNETUR SED SPIRTUS UT MEMORETUR HINC TU QUI TRASIS MEDIUS MAGNUS PUER AN SIS PRO ME SUNDE PRECES QUIA SIC MIHI SIT VENIE SPES 685. Brass on Ledger, Grange Chapel Portraits of Man and a Woman, Seven Sons and Five Daughters HIC JACET JOHANNES FILIUS JOHANNIS BEAUFITZ ARMIGERI ET ALICIA UXOR EJUS QUI QUIDEMJOHANNES OBIIT XXV DIE MENSIS NOVEMBRIS ANNO DOMINI MILLESIMO CCCCXXXIII LITERA DOMINICALI D ET DICTA ALICIA OBIIT [ ] DIE MENSIS [ ] ANNO DOMINI MILLESIMO CCCC [ ] QUORUM ANIMABUS PROPICIETUR DEUS AMEN AMEN Under his figure a Lion Couchant, under her a small Dog with Collar of Bells 686. Brass Plate on Ledger, Nave Brass Portraits of Godfray and Two Wives and 30 Children, Missing by 1616 OF YOUR CHARITIE PRAY FOR THE SOULLES OF WILLIAM GODFRAY JOHANE AND MARION HIS WIFFS THE WHICHE WILLIAM DEPARTED THIS TRANSITORY LYFF THE [ ] DAY OF [ ] THE YERE OF OURE LORD GOD MVXXV* AND THE SAID JOHANE DESESED THE V DAY OF NOVEMBRE IN THE YERE OF OURE LORD GOD MVLXXXXIX (sic) AND THE SAIDE MARION DECESSID THE [ ] DAY OF [ ] IN THE YERE OF OURE LORDE GOD MVXX[ ] ON WHOSE SOULLIS JESU HAVE MERCY *Corrected 687. Ledger in the Nave HERE LYETH BURIED THE BODY OF WILLIAM MANSER THE YOUNGEST SON OF RICHARD MANSER OF GILLINGHAM GENT WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE THE FIRST DAY OF APRIL ANNO DOMINI 1653 BEING AGED 42 YEARS 688. Ledger, near the latter [ ] OF [ ] FRANCES WIFE OF WILLIAM MANSER [ ] 689. Ledger, Grange Chapel HERE LYETH THE BODY OF DOROTHY PAYNETER WYDOWE LATE WYFE OF WILLIAM PAYNETER ESQUIER DECEASED SHE DYED THE NYNETEENTH DAY OF OCTOBER 1617 BEING 80 YEARES OF AGE Back to St Mary Magdalene, Gillingham Church Introduction For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. Any errors noticed by other researchers will be gratefully received so that we can amend our pages to give as accurate a record as possible. Please send details to research@kentarchaeology.org.uk | Grange Road Cemetery M.I.s, Gilingham recorded by D.E. Williams Grange Road Cemetery, Gillingham M.I.s & other information with Index of names at end Back to Churchyards listed Surviving Monuments in Grange Road Cemetery The churchyard of St. Mary Magdalene was due to close on the 1st January 1859; this was extended to 1st April 1859. The new Grange Road Cemetery, two acres of Layfield, was consecrated on 25th June 1859. It began to fill up rapidly and the remaining nearly seven acres of Layfield were purchased and the new section was consecrated on 23rd November 1867. At the turn of the 19th – 20th century the cemetery was almost full and a new cemetery was needed, the new cemetery was established at Woodlands Road. Grange Road Cemetery was not closed until 1971. In 1973 Gillingham Council once again indulged in another bout of municipal vandalism and removed the majority of the monuments to the nearby tip. No proper record was made, consequently, much unique information was lost. I have listed the inscriptions in Alphabetical order. M.I.s recorded and Concise Wills and other notes added by D. E. William 2015 LOOKING WEST ACROSS THE CEMETERY TO ST. MARY MAGDALENE CHURCH (PEARCE MONUMENT CENTRE, MIDDLE DISTANCE. THIS AREA HAS THE HIGHEST DENSITY OF MONUMENTS, MOST OF THE NEARLY 9 ACRE SITE IS NOW GRASS) 1. Headstone, Fallen and Broken [IN LO]VING MEMORY OF [FANCI]S CARTWRIGHT [ ]0th 1910 AGED 46 YEARS ALSO CATHERINE WIFE OF THE ABOVE [WHO DIED] JULY 13th 1943 AGED 82 YEARS ALSO FRANCIS CARTWRIGHT SON OF THE ABOVE DIED MAY 1st 1950 AGED 61 YEARS 1901 Census Francis Cartwright Foreman Market Gardener Principal Probate Registry Index Francis Cartwright, (1910), of Grange Road, ££264 14s 4d Francis Cartwright, (1950), Elm Road, £1,006 10s 11d 2. Headstone and Curbs IN LOVING MEMORY OF STEPHEN DOW CHALLIS OF SOUTH OCKENDEN AND GRAYS, ESSEX WHO DIED 4th JANUARY 1909 AGED 82 YEARS ALSO OF ELIZABETH RUCK CHALLIS WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 3rd JULY 1923 AGED 95 YEARS ALSO THEIR DAUGHTER ALICE MARY WHO DIED 1st JUNE 1967 AGED 94 YEARS 1881 Census Stephen Challis, at South Ockenden, Miller CHAMBERS see FORD 3. Small Curbs GRACE ANN MABEL CHAPMAN WHO FELL ASLEEP ON THE 5th OF APRIL 1918 AGED 8 YEARS 4. Block, Curbs Fallen, Inscription(s) hidden ALSO JULIA CLARK DIED NOV 18th 1924 AGED 80 YEARS ALSO AGNES FRANCES CLARK DIED DEC 11th 1940 AGED 90 YEARS 5. Pedestals IN LOVING MEMORY OF ALFRED WALTER CLIFT FOR 17 YEARS MANAGER OF THE NEW BROMPTON CO-OPERATIVE BAKERY WHO FELL ASLEEP THE 1st OF JULY 1901 AGED 36 YEARS [ ] [ ] THIS MONUMENT ERECTED AS A MARK OF ESTEEM BY HIS FELLOW WORKERS 6. [6] Tall Pedestal CAPTAIN T. W. J. CONNOLLY AND FAMILY THIS EAST FACE CONTAINS SURGEON PAUL CONNOLLY'S INSCRIPTION North Side ALSO OF THE FOLLOWING CHILDREN OF CAPT CONNOLLY AND HIS DEAR WIFE ALFRED WRIGHT 2nd SON BORN AT WOOLWICH 15th JULY 1840 DIED THERE 18th JUNE 1841 MARY HARRIET ELDEST DAUGHTER BORN AT WOOLWICH 23rd MAY 1845 DIED THERE 28th SEPT 1845 JOHN CRAMPTON [ ] SON BORN AND DIED AT WOOLWICH 9th MAY 1852? HEBE MILLICENT 2nd DAUGHTER BORN AT BROMPTON COTTAGE NORTH OF BROMPTON BARRKS [ ] JAN 1858? DIED THERE 4th MARCH 1858 HER REMAINS LIE IN THE ADJOINING CHURCHYARD East Side SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF PAUL BENNETT CONNOLLY YOUNGEST SON OF THE ABOVE CAPTAIN CONNOLLY R. E. SURGEON [ ] [ ] LIGHT DIVISION OF THE CAMEL CORPS WHO PERISHED OF FEVER AT SHALADOOD, NILE THE 18th APRIL 1885 IN HIS [31st ] YEAR ON THE RETURN OF THE UNSUCCESSFUL RELIEF EXPEDITION TO KHARTOUM HE [WAS] MASTER OF THE GOLD CROSS OF RUMANIA FOR SERVICES UNDER THE [ ] SOCIETY OF BUCHEREST [HE] ALSO SERVED HIS COUNTRY IN THE ZULU WAR 1879 AS A VOLUNTEER SURGEON TO THE FRONTIER LIGHT HORSE IN THE ENGAGEMENTS AT HLOBANE, KAMBULA [ ] [AND] IN THE EGYPTIAN CAMPAIGN AS SURGEON TO THE [STRETCHER?] BEARER COMPANY [ ] AT THE BATTLES OF KASSASSIN AND TEL EL KEBIR West Side (Very eroded) [SACRED] TO THE MEMORY OF MARY WIFE OF [CAPT.] T.W.J. CONNOLLY BORN [ ] DIED [ ] [1865] AT BROMPTON COTTAGE, NORTH OF BROMPTON BARRACKS ALSO [ ] OF THEIR DAUGHTERS ? THO. WILLM JOHN CONNOLLY (AUTHOR OF THE HISTORY OF THE ROYAL SAPPERS AND MINERS, ETC.) BORN [ ] OCTOBER 1815 ? AT THE [CHAMPS ELYSEES ?] PARIS DIED [AT KILBURN, WILLES]DEN ? 21st MAY 187[5] HIS REMAINS REST UNDER THIS STONE Little is known about Captain Connolly. His father was in the 95th Regiment of Foot (Rifles) and was wounded at Waterloo. It appears he was in the Army of Occupation in Paris, (where Captain Connolly was born), after Napoleon's final defeat. Captain Connolly was a Quarter Master at Brompton Barracks. There is no notice of his death or funeral in The Times or the Chatham papers. The Royal Engineer's Journal carried this brief mention, "21st May 1875 at 51 Chichester Road, Kilburn, Capt. Thos. William John Connolly, in the 60th year of his age" The Royal Engineer's Museum and Library hold his Diary, 1848-1865, in three volumes of about one million words. The Times 8th February 1885 "…….The Royal Irish have arrived here from the camp at Gubat with 120 of the wounded, who have been successfully removed from Gubat in cacolets under the charge of Surgeon Connolly." The Times 20th April 1885 "…..The death is also announced of Surgeon- Major Connolly who was attached to the right camp near Dongola. Enteric fever in this case was also the cause of death, the event occurring on Sat past. Surgeon – Major Connolly entered the army as assistant surgeon in 1871, and after 2 years was raised to the position of Surgeon, becoming a Surgeon Major in the fall of 1882." The Times 23rd April 1885 "The name of Surgeon Connolly whose death from enteric fever at Dongola was reported on Monday last, was, by telegraphic error announced as Surgeon Major Connolly." 7. Coped Stone on High Base North Side SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF SARAH THE BELOVED WIFE OF THE REVD D. COOKE VICAR OF BROMPTON WHO FELL ASLEEP IN JESUS FEBRUARY 13th 1876 AGED 61 ALSO MARY ANN COOKE SECOND WIFE OF DANIEL COOKE WHO DIED JUNE 2nd 1904 AGED 68 YEARS South Side SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF DANIEL COOKE HON CANON OF ROCHESTER CATHEDRAL AND LATE VICAR OF BROMPTON, KENT WHO DIED JULY 15th 1906 IN HIS 95th YEAR East End ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF [MARY ANN COOKE] [1904] [AGED 58 YEARS] 8. Headstone and Curbs IN LOVING MEMORY OF SUSANNAH JESSIE CUCKOW WHO DIED 17th MARCH 1908 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO THOMAS STEPHEN CUCKOW HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED26th MARCH 1922 AGED 54 YEARS THOMAS HENRY SPRINGFIELD CUCKOW SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 24th JULY 1969 AGED 64 YEARS 1911 Census Thomas Cuckow, Market Gardener 9. Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF FLORENCE THE DEAR WIFE OF FRANK DAY WHO DIED OCTOBER 2nd 1913 ALSO THE BELOVED SONS OF THE ABOVE LEVI WILLIAM DIED OCTOBER 22nd 1904 AGED 5 YEARS ALSO FRANK ARTHUR DIED FEBRUARY 10th 1911 AGED 13 YEARS "Hands of Jesus" 10. Pedestals BRENDA IRIS THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM HENRY & ALICE DOLPHIN WHO FELL ASLEEP FEB 3rd 1910 AGED 4 MONTHS "He shall gather the Lambs with His Arms" AND IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM HENRY DOLPHIN LOST IN H. M. S. NATAL ON DEC 30th 1915 AGED 39 YEARS ALSO ALICE DOLPHIN WHO PASSED AWAY OCT 20th 1945 AGED 77 YEARS H.M.S. Natal H.M.S. Natal was a Warrior Class Cruiser built by Vickers at Barrow in 1905, displacing 14,700 tons fully loaded. In 1911-12 she escorted the Royal Yacht carrying King George V and Queen Mary to India for the Delhi Durbar. Also in the latter year, she carried the body of the American Ambassador to New York, thereafter, she was known as the "Sea Hearse." She was destroyed by an internal ammunition explosion in Cromarty Firth. Along with Dolpin, another 389 died. 11. Headstone and Curbs IN LOVING MEMORY OF WILLIAM DRAKE, SURGEON WHO DIED 29th MARCH 1931 AGED 59 YEARS ALSO MARY PICKEN DRAKE WHO DIED 3rd MARCH 1932 AGED 61 YEARS 12. Grey Granite Ledger IN LOVING MEMORY OF FREDERICK WALLACE ELVY WHO DIED 14th AUGUST 1881 AGED 44 YEARS ALSO ELIZABETH ANN WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 9th OCTOBER 1907 AGED 69 YEARS ALSO THOMAS ELVY, O.B.E. CHIEF ENGINEER H.M. DOCKYARDS SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 26th JANUARY 1949 IN HIS 83rd YEAR ALSO BERTRAM ELVY SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 19th MARCH 1958 AGED 81 YEARS 1881 Census Frederick Elvy, Trafalgar Road, Gillingham, Caulker Principal Probate Registry Index Frederick Elvy, Leading Man of Caulkers, £82 Thomas Elvy of Purley, Surrey, £40, 334 9s 5d Obituary - Chatham Observer "DEATH OF MR T. E. ELVY, O.B.E. HE FORE SHADOWED THE USE OF FLOATING DOCKS Mr T. E. Elvy, O.B.E., a former Engineer Assistant to the Director of Admiralty Dockyards and Chief Engineer of H. M. Dockyards has died aged 83, at Foxley Lane, Purley, Surrey. Mr W. S. Diggins, ex Principal Admiralty Overseer of First Avenue, Gillingham, writes :- PROPHETIC THESIS "It must be recorded that Mr Elvy’s greatest Service achievement was the prophetic thesis, written in 1908, entirely at his own initiative. In this he outlined the need for floating docking and re-fitting bases, particularly on the East Coast of Scotland. This was before Rosyth materialised." The outcome of the thesis was a select Committee with Admiral Jellicoe as chairman and Mr Elvy as Secretary. "The ultimate result was that two floating docks of 32,000 tons capacity and two floating cranes of 150 tons capacity at 95 feet radius, capable of lifting the heaviest guns from battleships were ordered and were ready for use many months before World War 1 began." Mr Diggins also pays tribute to Mr Elvy’s efforts on behalf of students and points out that Mr Elvy himself began as an engine fitter apprentice. MUSICIAN OF ABILITY "He was a musician of exceptional ability", adds Mr Diggins, "and in earlier days was organist and choir master at Christ Church, Luton, and later at H. M. Dockyard Church, Sheerness." 13. Blue - Grey Granite Pedestal FEATHERBY FAMILY EDWARD GEORGE ELDER SON OF GEORGE FEATHERBY WHO DIED AT PIEDRAS WEGRAS, MEXICO JULY 2nd 1890 AGED 45 YEARS CHARLES BENJAMIN YOUNGER SON OF JOHN ROBERT FEATHERBY DIED JULY 23rd 1922 AGED 46 YEARS GEORGE FEATHERBY DIED MAY 21st 1903 IN HIS 82nd YEAR ALSO AMELIA HIS WIFE DIED AUGUST 19th 1874 IN HER 54th YEAR ANNA LOUISA WIFE OF JOHN ROBERT FEATHERBY DIED DEC 20th 1911 AGED 63 YEARS JOHN ROBERT FEATHERBY YOUNGER SON OF GEORGE FEATHERBY DIED JULY 19th 1922 AGED 74 YEARS MARIA FROST BORN OCTOBER 2nd 1852 DIED 0CTOBER 3rd 1939 Principal Probate Registry Index George Featherby of Balmoral Road, £28, 691 3s John Robert Featherby of Bleak House, £18, 744 7s 8d Obituary - Chatham Observer, 23rd May 1903 "DEATH OF MR GEORGE FEATHERBY We regret exceedingly, to announce the death of Mr George Featherby, which occurred in the early hours of Thursday at his residence, "Abergeldie", Balmoral – road, New Brompton, after a very brief illness. Mr Featherby, who had a somewhat eventful life, was one of the oldest residents of New Brompton, his acquaintance with the town dating back to the time , when most of the area, now covered by streets, consisted of cornfields. Mr Featherby’s decision to come to this district was the result of an accident--- a most fortunate accident for New Brompton, for it sent into a young and rapidly growing place, a man who played no small part in its industrial development. George Featherby was born at Bush, near Cuxton on the 10th of September, 1821, and was therefore nearly 82 years of age. He was by trade, a blacksmith, as his father had been before him, and in 1852, at the time of the Australian gold rush, he went out to that colony. He worked as a blacksmith at Forest Creek, Victoria, for three years, and liked the life so well that he came back to England to fetch his wife and family. The second voyage out was marked by disaster, for when within one day’s sail of Melbourne the ship was wrecked, and Mr Featherby and family were fortunate in escaping death. As it was, they lost everything except the clothes they were wearing and the money in their pockets. In spite of this inauspicious start, however, Mr Featherby did well "down under". He forsook his old trade, taking a large hotel instead. There were no bricks in Forest Creek in those days, and Mr Featherby’s premises were built of lath, plaster and weather – boards, for which he had to pay a very heavy rent. Still he made things hum, and though he did not make what is called a pile, he did so well that in 1852 he set off once more for the old country. A brief rest followed; then Mr Featherby took over some licensed premises in Whitchapel (London). After having so long experience of six penny glasses of beer and such lordly prices in Australia, the penny glass of the East Ender did not suit Mr Featherby. He had just made up his mind to go again to the Antipodes when he met with an accident which broke his knee cap and put the idea of a third voyage out of court. Instead he came to Rochester, and started a brick making industry at Rainham. Subsequently he bought the estate known as the Courtfields Brickworks, Gillingham, of which he was owner up to the time of his death. Mr Featherby also opened out brickfields at Norwood and Beckenham, and recently at Rochfort (Essex). It was owing to the deposit of chalk found on Mr Featherby’s estate that the Portland Cement Works were started at Gillingham some 28 years ago. The Vineries which are too well known throughout Kent to need description, were started in 1884. The deceased gentleman was twice married. His first wife, by whom he had four children, was sister of the late Mr John Bullbrook, of Rochester. His second wife, who he married late in life, and who survives him, was a Scotch lady named Mrs Hair. She has no children. Deceased was a member of the old Board of Health for some years, and was a member of the Gillingham Urban District Council until six years ago, when his place was taken by his son, the present Chairman of the Council, Mr J. R. Featherby. He was also a director of the Public Hall Company and of the Conservative Club. Up to the day he was seized by the illness which has proved fatal, Mr Featherby conducted all his multifarious business affairs, and found time in addition, to take a very keen interest in the public life of the town. He was one of the "old standards", and his familiar figure and genial presence will be very much missed indeed." Obituary - Chatham News "DEATH OF EX – MAYOR AND HIS SON ALD. J. R. AND MR C. B. FEATHERBY Ald. John Robert Featherby the man who piloted Gillingham through its early stages as a borough---passed away at his residence, "Bleak House", on Wednesday, after a severe illness at the age of 74. The news of his death as it spread through the town carried with it a note of deep sadness for Alderman Featherby was a man beloved by all classes of the "biggest borough in Kent", which owed an immeasurable debt of gratitude to him for the great services he had rendered. Expressions of sympathy were heard on all hands, and that most of the principal buildings in the town, flags were flown at half - mast. Mr Featherby was a man with an extensive experience of business life. Although he was born in England, the greater part of his early days was spent in Australia with his father, returning to his native land at the age of 14. He engaged in brick making, and up to the time of his death he displayed a keen interest in that work, being connected with a firm of brick makers in Sussex. Of a versatile character, he was also devoted to the science of horticulture and glass house produce, this department of the business being started by his father, the late Mr George Featherby, in 1884. At one time the firm sold produce to Covent Garden market. Ald. Featherby’s knowledge of fruit growing was distinctly developed. He was ever a prominent man in business affairs. For many years he was chairman of the Board of Directors of the firm of Messrs G. H. Leavy and Co., and he was the director of the local Water Works Co., up to the time of his death. He helped to found and was one of the directors of the Chatham and District Laundry Company, Ltd., and a director of the Gillingham Portland Cement Company, Ltd. In addition, the engineering firm of Featherbys Ltd., of Bishops Stortford, Herts, of which his son, Harry, is managing director undoubtedly owes a great deal of its development and success to his business intellect. It was, perhaps, in public life that he was most known and respected. Although holding many positions, he never refused to assist any cause which stood for the welfare of the Medway Towns. Two of his most noteworthy offices connected with work outside of Gillingham were as warden of the Rochester Bridge (as representative of the Gillingham Town Council) and a member of the Medway Conservancy Board. His record of public work in Gillingham will ever be remembered. Since 1885 Ald. Featherby had been a member and for some years foreman of the Court Leet, and many will remember the sorrow he displayed when the ancient institution was disbanded towards the end of last year. He held the office of High Constable in 1892, and was an overseer from 1886 to 1896, was elected a member of the Urban district Council in 1897, and was appointed chairman of that body in 1899, holding office until the borough was incorporated in 1903, when he was chosen as Charter Mayor. Mr Featherby played an active part in securing the charter and presided over several meetings, when he successfully dealt with the turbulent spirits of those opposed to the movement. At the time of the Incorporation he was elected an Alderman and had served on the Council ever since. During his tenure of office as first citizen, the Mayoress, who passed away some time ago, was mainly instrumental in securing by public subscription the present handsome Mace. On May 7th, 1921, the town conferred upon him the greatest honour which lay within its power to give, in the presentation to him of the freedom of the Borough. In receiving the honour Mr Featherby, in a speech, tinged with emotion, said that it would be treasured by him throughout his life and when he passed away it would be handed down to his family who, he was sure, would value it as a token of the esteem he which he was held. His great interest in his town was exhibited when, though evidently in a low state of health, he attended the recent meetings of the Town Council. Ald. Featherby had a great love for music and possessed a very fine voice. A man, who commanded the admiration of all with whom he came into contact, he will be much missed in the life of the community. Ald. Featherby left two sons and two daughters. The funeral takes place to-morrow at the Grange road Cemetery. DIED LAST NIGHT We regret to announce that during last night Mr C. B. Featherby, second son of Ald. Featherby, whose obituary appears above, passed away at his residence, Domus, Cobham, at the age of 47. He leaves a widow and four children. 14. Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARY THE BELOVED WIFE OF GEORGE FORD WHO DIED OCTOBER 13th 1893 AGED 52 YEARS ALSO ALICE EMILY DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED MAY 10th 1884 AGED 19 YEARS ALSO LILY CLARA THE BELOVED WIFE OF CHARLES CHAMBERS AND DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE DIED AUGUST 21st 1892 AGED 31 ? YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE GEORGE FORD DIED MAY 20th 1915 AGED 78 YEARS "Rest in Peace" 1891 Census George Ford Boot and Shoe Maker FROST see FEATHERBY 15. Cruciform Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF WALTER FREDERICK GEGAN BORN 3rd OCTOBER 1861 DIED 17th SEPTEMBER 1861 ALSO MARY GEGAN BORN 4th [ ] 1865 DIED 28th APRIL 1865 ALSO CHARLES GEGAN BORN 11th MARCH 1866 DIED 29th AUGUST 1867 ALSO LUCY GEGAN WAS BORN 18th NOVEMBER 1867 [ ] Probably children of George Gegan, a Pawn Broker of Brompton High Street, 1865 Post Office Directory 16. Pedestal with Large Cross and Angel IN CHERISHED MEMORY OF HAROLD ERNEST THE DEARLY LOVED SON OF JOHN AND ELIZA GREEN OF BARNSOLE HOUSE CALLED TO HIGHER SERVICE 16th NOVEMBER 1915 AGED 19 YEARS ALSO THE ABOVE JOHN GREEN WHO FELL ASLEEP 19th JULY 1930 AGED 93 YEARS "Resting" ALSO ELIZA THE BELOVED WIFE OF THE ABOVE CALLED TO REST 26th AUGUST 1946 AGED 87 YEARS "Rest in the Lord" ALSO CYRIL HERBERT THEIR YOUNGEST SON WHO DIED 1st JULY 1899 AGED 7 MONTHS ALSO PERCY WILLIAM SON OF JOHN AND ELIZA GREEN WHO DIED 23rd APRIL 1955 AGED 61 YEARS "At Rest" ALSO VIOLET ROSETTA ELIZA THE DEARLY BELOVED DAUGHTER OF THE AFORE NAMED JOHN AND ELIZA GREEN CALLED TO HIGHER SERVICE 17th JANUARY 1947 AGED 46 YEARS Obituary - Chatham Observer "A VETERAN PASSES - DEATH OF MR JOHN GREEN A link with the Gillingham of long ago has been severed by the death, at the age of 93, of Mr John Green, Barnsole House. The sad event occurred early on Saturday morning, following a very brief illness. The deceased gentleman was a son of the late Mr J. T. J. Green, of Britton Farm, who had a very extensive farm which included within its bounds land which is now Gillingham High Street. Mr John Green continued the farming operations of his father, his land extending as far as Twydall on one side and Watling Street in another direction. The Infectious Diseases Hospital, Barnsole Road School, and a large portion of the Corporation’s housing estate stands on land which was formerly cultivated by him. About 30 years ago a disastrous outbreak of fire occurred on the farm, destroying many of the buildings and outhouses; subsequently the land was sold. Deceased as a young man followed the example of public life set by his father (who was at one time High Constable of Gillingham) by serving for a number of years on the Local Board and also on the Medway Board of Guardians. He was a Wesleyan and was always proud of his close association with that denomination. Many years ago he was an active worker at Christmas-street Wesleyan Chapel and after his marriage he became closely identified with Canterbury-street Wesleyan Church. He was also a trustee of Cliffe and Strood Wesleyan Churches. Mr Green is survived by his widow, two sons, three daughters, one brother and two sisters. One son Mr John T. J. Green, is in business at Hythe, and the other son, Mr Percy W. Green, is in business in Cowes. The daughters are Mrs Gill, widow of the late Mr Evans Leonard Gill (eldest son of the Rev W. T. Gill), Miss Violet Green (who is captain of Canterbury-street Church Girl Guides), and Miss Gladys Green, (thr Brown Owl of the Central Hall Pack). The deceased’s brother is Mr Walter Green, who is connected by marriage with Rev J. D. Jones, and resides at the Vicarage, Old Brompton. The sisters are Mrs Watts, widow of the late Mr Henry Watts, and Mrs Crabtree, widow of the late Mr Chas Crabtree. The funeral took place yesterday (Thursday). Prior to interment in the family grave at Gillingham Old Cemetery a service was conducted by rev J. J. Leedal (who came specially from the Wesleyan Conference at Leeds) and was assisted by Revs H. W. Goldsack and A. W. Mason. A fete and garden party for Guides which was to have taken place at Barnsole House on Wednesday afternoon was cancelled as soon as Mr Green’s death became known." HOBBIS see NORTON HAYDEN see SEWELL HILLS see SCOGGINS 17. Displaced Pedestal BERTRAM GUY HOYLE (BOY) WHO DIED APRIL 23rd 1911 AGED 7 YEARS "Suffer Little Children to Come unto Me" ALFRED WILLIAM HOYLE WHO DIED FEB 26th 1948 AGED 72 YEARS LILIAN MAUD HOYLE AT REST 5th JULY 1968 AGED 94 YEARS Principal Probate Registry Index Alfred Hoyle of Pump Lane, Rainham, £6,936 18. Red Granite Cross and Curbs SARGEANT LLOYD AND QUARTERMASTER PALMER (ALFRED CLIFT no. 5, LEFT BACKGROUND) IN MEMORY OF ARTHUR P. LLOYD SERGT. 28th CO. R. E. DIED FEBRUARY 14th 1889 AGED 28 YEARS ERECTED BY THE CORPS OF ROYAL ENGINEERS Curbs ALSO THOMAS PALMER LATE QR MASTER OXFORDSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY DIED FEBRUARY 11th 1889 AGED 58 YEARS Inquest Chatham Observer "THE SHOCKING SUICIDE OF A SERGEANT - INQUEST AND VERDICT The inquest on the body of Arthur Patrick Lloyd, sergeant in the Submarine Mining Battalion of the Royal Engineers, who was found shot through the head on Friday morning last , near the stockades at Gillingham road, was held in the Casualty Hospital, Brompton, on Saturday evening. Mr E. Woodgate, Deputy Coroner, conducted the inquiry, and Mr W. E, Stokes was the Foreman of the Jury. Harry Skinner, Co. Sergt. Major, R. E., identified the deceased as Sergeant of the 28th Company, R. E., whom he had known for the past twelve months. He last saw him alive at ten o’clock a.m. on the previous Thursday, deceased having obtained leave from nine o’clock to midnight of that day. He noticed nothing peculiar about the deceased whatever. His general health was very good. He had served at the Cape and in Egypt in 1882. Witness had heard that deceased had a sun-stroke, but he never seemed to be in any trouble, and was always very jolly. He did not think his recent studying in "testing" had unhinged his mind, and as far as witness knew he had no money or mental troubles. A TRAGIC SCENE AT MIDNIGHT John Jones, Sergeant R. E., said he knew the deceased, and lived in the same room with him. On Thursday night at about a quarter to twelve the deceased entered the room. Witness was in bed, and had been asleep, but the noise which deceased made on entering the room, awoke him. Deceased went to his bed and commenced taking down the irons of it, and witness asked him what he was doing. Deceased, in reply, told him to turn over and go to sleep. Deceased then went to a box, and took out something which witness could not see, but he saw him take out a book and put it back again. Deceased then took his rifle out of the corner of the room, and said "I am going to shoot myself now." Witness jumped up to get out of bed, but the deceased had already loaded the rifle. He pointed the rifle at him, and said "If you attempt to get out of that bed to stop me, I’ll shoot you first." As soon as witness saw the rifle pointed at him he felt he could do nothing. Deceased said "You keep quiet, and I’ll not hurt you, but if you interfere I’ll shoot you." Witness tried to persuade him not to do it, but deceased still pointed the rifle at him, and backed towards the door. As soon as he got to the door he lifted up the curtain and went out. Immediately he left witness got out of bed, put on his trousers, and went after him. There was a gas light burning in the room. He went down and found Sergt. Dodd, to whom he reported the affair. They went out together to search for the deceased, but could not find him. They looked round the ditches and field works, and in every place they thought it was likely he would have gone. He then gave up the search [and] went to bed. The next morning he and Sergt. Dodd, about 7.40, went out again to look for him. The affairs had previously been reported to Sergt. Major Skinner. They found the deceased at about a quarter eight behind a stockade on the field works. He was dead and his head was shattered. THE FINDING OF THE BODY Frederick Ralph Dodd, Sergeant R. E., said that he searched for the deceased without success on the night of the 14th, and again on the morning of the 15th. He found the deceased, who was lying on his stomach, and they could see 6ins of the rifle protruding from between his feet. They did not move him. One of the deceased’s boots was off, but he did not see any string attached to his toe. Sergt. Major Skinner, re-called, said Sergt. Jones reported the finding of the body to him, and he accompanied the orderly to where it was lying. The medical officer pulled the rifle away from the deceased, and witness noticed that a boot lace was tied to the trigger, and the lace was looped at the other end. Deceased was of a very quiet disposition, and very sociable. Christopher Lloyd, Qr Mr Sergt. Instructor, R. E., said the deceased was his brother, and was 25 years of age. He would have been 26 in March. On Monday deceased’s step father, Thomas Palmer, died at 8, Goodwin terrace, New Brompton. During the time Thomas Palmer was in the house prior to burial, deceased was much affected. He shut himself up in the room with the dead body two or three times when Palmer was in his coffin. He purchased flowers and strewed them on and around body. On Thursday at the burial deceased was again much affected; witness rode with him in the carriage. After the funeral, and just before tea, deceased was very jolly and hearty, more particularly with a sister of witness whom he had not seen for ten years. He went to see her off to London at nine o’clock, and then returned to Goodwin terrace. From there he went Copenhagen road, and the witnesses wife afterwards informed him that the deceased complained of pains in the head. Witness had known to have had pains in the head before. Witness last saw him alive between ten and half past tem p.m.. The deceased had been ill of dysentery in Egypt, but when returning from active service from Zululand, between Etsowe and Maritzburg, he had a slight touch of sun stroke, which was not put onto his medical history sheet. Deceased was told serious consequences would have occurred if he had not bled at the nose. Many years ago at Maidstone the deceased received a severe blow on the frontal bone near the eye from a swing boat, and was delirious for two or three days. The doctor who attended him warned his mother to be careful, and not to send him to school for some time as it might affect his brain, and to keep him from excitement. Latterly deceased had studied hard in witnesses house at electricity, generally calling six evenings out of seven, and staying from about six till eleven, reading hard all the time. On several occasions he had complained of pains in his head. Witness recommended to take aperient medicine. He did so, but it did him no good, as he still complained of his head. He also said he was required to do too much, to learn electricity, the new Infantry drill, to carry on the instruction of a class and the Presidency of the Mess Committee. The deceased had no other troubles. The Coroner said he thought the jury would agree with him that it was suicide whilst in a state of temporary insanity. It was a very sad case indeed. The Jury concurred with the Coroner, and returned a verdict of "Temporary insanity" " 19. Pedestals SACRED TO THE DEAR MEMORY OF LEONARD MUDGE WHO DIED 26th DECEMBER 1925 AGED 33 YEARS "Not my Will but Thine be Done" ALSO ELIZABETH ANNE CLINCH LAMPORT (AUNTIE) WHO DIED 21st DECEMBER 1921 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO JOHN MUDGE OF EAST COURT FARM FATHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 9th AUGUST 1938 AGED 81 YEARS "A Life Well Spent" ALSO ANN BELOVED WIFE AND MOTHER OF THE ABOVE WHO JOINED THEM 4th MARCH 1944 AGED 83 YEARS "Lead Kindly Light" Principal Probate Registry Index John Mudge, £11,299 15s 11d 20. Pedestals IN AFFECTIONATE REMEMBRANCE OF WILLIAM JAMES NICOL WHO FELL ASLEEP IN JESUS JAN 26th 1908 AGED 51 YEARS "A Loving Father, how we miss him, None but Aching Hearts can tell, We have Lost, Heaven has found him, Jesus doeth all things Well" ALSO ANNIE LOUISA BELOVED WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO ENTERED INTO REST APRIL 15th 1916 AGED 61 YEARS "In Sure and Certain Hope of Resurrection" 1881 Census William Nicol, in Chatham, Railway Clerk Principal Probate Registry Index William Nicol, of Sheerness, £1,494 15s 5d 21. Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF SAMUEL NORRIS DIED JULY 13th 1899 AGED 79 YEARS ALSO TAMAR THE BELOVED WIFE OF THE ABOVE DIED JUNE 7th 1899 AGED 84 YEARS ALSO SAMUEL RICHARD SECOND SON DIED SEPT 28th 1868 AGED YEARS ALSO JOSEPH WILLOUGHBY FOURTH SON DIED OCT 1st 1858 AGED 3 YEARS INTERRED IN THE ADJOINING CHURCHYARD 1871 Census Samuel Norris, Copper Smith ?, Chatham Dockyard 1881 Census Samuel Norris, Trafalgar Road, Pensioner 22. Granite Block and Curbs SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ROBERT NORTON WHO DIED AT LADYSMITH 10th FEBRUARY 1900 AGED 49 YEARS "The Strife is o’er, the Battle done" ALSO OF HIS WIFE ELLEN NORTON WHO DIED 10th AUGUST 1909 AGED 56 YEARS "Neither shall there be any more Pain" ALSO THEIR YOUNGEST SON RICHARD ALBERT NORTON WHO DIED 4th JULY 1913 AGED 31 YEARS "Just as I am, Without One Plea" ALSO OF THEIR YOUNGER DAUGHTER ETHEL MAY PERCIVAL WHO DIED 25th 1922 AGED 31 YEARS INTERRED AT CHARLTON, KENT 1881 Census Robert Norton, Soldier, Royal Engineers, Brompton Barracks, Officer’s Servant 23. Blue Grey Granite Pedestal, Cross on top PACKER FAMILY IN MEMORY OF ELIZABETH MARGARETTA PACKER WHO DIED 6th NOVEMBER 1875 AGED 11 YEARS ALSO ELEANOR PACKER WHO DIED 16th NOVEMBER 1875 AGED 5 ½ YEARS "Thy Will be Done" IN LOVING MEMORY OF ELIZABETH THE BELOVED WIFE OF MARK PACKER WHO DIED 11th JULY 1901 AGED 63 YEARS "Life’s Race Well Run, Life’s Work Well Done, Then Comes Rest" ALSO THE ABOVE MARK PACKER WHO DIED 16th NOVEMBER 1929 AGED 92 YEARS IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM PRICE BORN AT MILTON 5th FEBRUARY 1803 DIED 13th MARCH 1878 ALSO ELIZABETH MARTHA WIFE OF THE ABOVE BORN AT COLWYN ? 27th OCTOBER 1807 DIED 28th SEPTEMBER 1883 "[ ] Loved" Obituary - Chatham Observer "CHATHAM’S OLDEST TRADER - PASSING OF MR MARK PACKER The sad death of Mr Mark Packer, who in his 93rd year was the oldest trader in Chatham, has caused a widespread feeling of regret in the district, as the deceased was held in the highest esteemed by all who knew him. He belonged to a family which had been associated with the business life of the Borough for upwards of a century. His father was a baker at the east end of Chatham and the deceased carried on the business for a large number of years. A man of untiring energy he built up a big concern as a baker, confectioner and seed and corn merchant, which necessitated the creation of extensive premises near Luton Arches. In this concern for many years past he has been associated with his son Mr Mark Packer, jun., and despite his great age he took a keen interest in the business almost up to the last. The deceased did not enter into public affairs to any great extent; he was the oldest member of the Chatham Local Guardians, and a director of the Chatham Constitutional Club, of which he was the senior member. In politics he was an ardent Conservative. He leaves one son and a daughter. At an inquest held in Gillingham Council Chamber on Monday afternoon by Mr F. W. Burden, Deputy County Coroner, Wm Mark Packer, 20, Watling Street, deceased’s grandson, said that on Oct 29th deceased had been out and was brought home in a motor car because he had said, his leg had given way and he had fallen. He remained in bed from that date until Saturday, when he died. Dr W. Ms Elhinney said the deceased gentleman suffered from chronic bronchitis. On Oct 29th he was called to Mr Packer’s house, where he found he was suffering from a fracture to the left thigh. After two days, deceased lapsed into a condition of semi consciousness. The cause of death was heart failure accelerated by congestion of the lungs. At the meeting of the Chatham Local Guardians last evening, the Mayor referred to the regret they all felt at losing such an old member as Mr Packer, whom he described as one of the kindest hearted men who had ever lived, one who was held in the highest respect throughout the district, and was a regular attendant for many years at the Board meetings. He moved that a letter of condolence be sent to the son. Mark Packer, the son, was Mayor of Chatham in 1933. 24. Cruciform Coffin Shape JOHN PAGE D.D. VICAR OF THIS PARISH BORN APRIL 15th 1781 DIED MARCH 31st 1867 MARY ANN SECOND WIFE OF JOHN PAGE BORN 8th MAY [ ] DIED 2nd DECEMBER 1912 ALSO MARY ANN HOBBIS THE GREATLY LOVED NIECE OF THE ABOVE [DIED] [ ] FEB 1934 PALMER see LLOYD 25. Small Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF THOMAS ARTHUR BEN DEARLY LOVED SON OF ARTHUR & ISABEL PARKS DIED 24th FEBRUARY 1920 AGED 8 YEARS 26. Large Red Granite Classical Sarcophagus SIR WILLIAM AND LADY DINAH PEARCE (THIS CLASSICAL SARCOPHAGUS STYLE MONUMENT IS ABOUT 7 FEET HIGH IN LOVING MEMORY OF SIR WILLIAM PEARCE OF CARBELL, INVERKIP, RENFREWSHIRE, BARONET NAVAL ARCHITECT MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT FOR THE GOVAN DIVISION OF LANARKSHIRE DEPUTY LIEUTENANT OF LANARKSHIRE BORN AT BROMPTON 8th 1833 DIED 18th DECEMBER 1888 ALSO OF HIS WIFE LADY DINAH ELIZABETH PEARCE BORN NOV 4th 1836 ENTERED INTO REST MAY 6th 1918 "Faithful unto death" Obituary - The Times "The death of Sir William Pearce which we briefly announced yesterday, closes a career of brilliant exploits in ocean steam navigation. Trained in the Government services at Chatham, he was selected as a young man by the authorities to control the building of the Achilles, the first iron vessel built in Her Majesty’s dockyards. From the Government service he passed to the Clyde and assumed the management of Napier’s yard, but after a few years he took a position at Fairfield, where, in 1870, in conjunction with the relatives of the then deceased John Elder, he originated the firm of John Elder and Co; of which became the sole partner in 1878. It was just prior to this that he commenced the more noteworthy scheme of Ocean navigation with which his name has become associated, since when he has built upwards of 200,000 tons of shipping, of nearly 300,000 horse power and over £7,000,000 sterling in value. The first runner of the present fast Atlantic steaming was the Arizona built for the Guion Company. This was succeeded by the Alaska and Oregon vessels that for speed have been surpassed only by his latest achievements, the Eturia and Umbria , which are modifications of the same models. Concurrently with this, he constructed the entire Atlantic fleet of the North German Lloyds, which included seven of the ten fastest ocean going steamers afloat, the whole of the New Zealand Shipping Company’s fleet, which have brought the antipodes within 36 days of the mother country, and the fastest of the Orient fleet, which have brought Sydney within 38 days of Plymouth. In Channel steamers he was no less successful, and to him is due the fact that the passage between Dover and Calais can now be accomplished in less than an hour. His great capacity for work and his ceaseless energy, coupled with exceptional powers of organisation and judgment in the selection of men, have resulted in the creation of a vast ship producing machine, which, even as he lay on his death bed, accomplished the extraordinary feat of constructing an Atlantic liner of 5,000 tons in the incredibly short space of 98 working days. It was owing to this admirable organisation that he was able , at the close of the Soudan war, to build in 28 days, 11 stern wheel vessels for bringing the troops up the Nile to deliver them at Alexandria in two days less than the contract terms. Concurrently with this he built in 21 working days a hospital boat of larger dimensions than the other 11, and received the thanks of Lord Hartington, then Minister for War, for his remarkable expedition. Sir William was born at Brompton, near Chatham, on the 8th of January 1833, so that he had scarcely his 56th year. His death, technically ascribed to heart disease, is attributable to a complete collapse of the nervous system, the result of the severe strain of the work in which he has been engaged. He was elected the first member of the newly created constituency of the Govan Division of Lanarkshire in 1885, and again in 1886, having previously contested Glasgow in the Conservative interest in 1880. He was chairman of the Guion Steamship Company, and of the Scottish Oriental Steamship Company; he has been re-elected Deputy Grand Master of the Province of Glasgow in the Masonic brotherhood since 1880; he was Deputy Lieutenant and Justice of the Peace for Lanarkshire, and he served on the Royal Commission on Tonnage, on Loss of Life at Sea, and on the Depression of Trade. He was created a baronet in 1887, and is succeeded in the title by his only son, William George, who was educated at trinity College, Cambridge, where he graduated M.A.,LL. B, and was called to the bar of the Inner Temple in 1885" PERCIVAL see ROBERTS 27. Red Granite Pedestal TO THE DEAR MEMORY OF SARAH MASKALL THE BELOVED WIFE OF JABEZ PHILPOTT OF CHATHAM BORN NOV 11th 1830 DIED NOV 23rd 1891 "For so he giveth his beloved Sleep" AND OF THEIR FOUR INFANT CHILDREN WHO ARE BURIED IN ST. NICHOLAS CEMETERY, ROCHESTER ALSO IN LOVING MEMORY OF JABEZ PHILPOTT OF CHATHAM WHO DIED AT BRIGHTON NOV 5th 1911 AGED 84 YEARS "Into his Marvellous light" Peter v9 Jabez Philpott, Boot Maker, Kelly’s Directory 1891 PRICE see PACKER PRUCE see ROBERTS 28. Headstone and Curbs IN AFFECTIONATE REMEMBRANCE OF JOSEPH PURSE WHO DIED JULY 28th 1878 IN HIS 49th YEAR INTERRED IN SOUTHAMPTON CEMETERY ALSO JANE LOUISA DEARLY BELOVED WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED MARCH 26th 1895 IN HER 70th YEAR ALSO HELEN REBECCA DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED APRIL 1st 1889 IN HER 21st YEAR "Safe in the arms of Jesus" ALSO JOSEPH WYNDHAM PURSE GRANDSON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED FEBY 23rd 1901 AGED 3 MONTHS ALSO OF SARAH ANN PURSE DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE JOSEPH AND JANE LOUISA DIED OCTOBER 4th 1905 AGED 41 YEARS INTERRED IN MARPOOL CEMETERY, DERBYSHIRE Principal Probate Registry Index Joseph Purse of Southampton, £1,000 29. Headstone IN AFFECTIONATE REMEMBRANCE OF WILLIAM ROBERTS WHO DIED 27th APRIL 1905 AGED 40 YEARS "Thy Will be Done" ALSO EMILY PRUCE WHO DIED 4th AUGUST 1948 AGED 81 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM CHARLES ROBERTS WHO DIED 1st JULY 1966 AGED 76 YEARS 1911 Census William Roberts, Senior, Licensed Victualler, "Plough and Chequers" P.H. Principal Probate Registry Index William Roberts of the "Blue Boar" P.H., Rochester, £822 16s SAMSON see SCOGGINS 30. Headstone SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF ANN MATILDA THE BELOVED WIFE OF ARTHUR SAYWELL WHO DIED ON FEBRUARY 8th 1854 AGED 81 YEARS ALSO ARTHUR SAYWELL WHO DIED APRIL 28th 1865 AGED 92 YEARS 31. Headstone [ ] JANE ANN WIFE OF JOHN JAMES SEWELL WHO ENTERED INTO REST THE 2nd OF DECEMBER 1903 ? AGED [ ] YEARS [ ] ALSO JOHN JAMES SEWELL HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 24th MAY 1922 AGED 75 YEARS ALSO ALICE MAUD HAYDEN DAUGHTER OF THE ABOVE AND THE BELOVED WIFE OF C. J. HAYDEN WHO DIED 13th SEPTEMBER 1926 AGED 84 YEARS 32. Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY DEAR HUSBAND JAMES SCOGGINS WHO DIED MARCH 31st 1906 AGED 61 YEARS "One Less at Home, The Charmed Circle, Broken, a Dear face, Missed Day by Day from its Accustomed Place, But Cleansed and Saved and Perfected by Grace, One more in Heaven, His End was Peace" ALSO EMMA SCOGGINS WIDOW OF THE ABOVE DIED DECEMBER [ ] 1918 ? AGED 76 YEARS "A Light is from our Household Gone, A Voice we loved is Stilled, A Place is Vacant at our Hearth, Which Never can be Filled" ALSO THOMAS JOHN HILLS SON IN LAW OF THE ABOVE AT REST NOVEMBER 12th 1939 IN HIS 69th YEAR "Sleep on Dear One, your Work is Done, Our Love will Never End" Rear IN LOVING MEMORY OF THOMAS PECK SAMSON WHO FELL ASLEEP 6th DECEMBER 1913 AGED 42 "Oh for the Touch of a Vanished Hand, And the Sound of a Voice that is Still" ALSO LILY AMELIA SAMSON WIFE OF THE ABOVE REUNITED 18th JULY 1951 IN HER 79th YEAR 1901 Census James Scoggins, Ship Fitter Principal Probate Registry Index James Scoggins, of Gillingham Road, £396 15s 7d Thomas Peck Samson, "Rose" Beerhouse, £1,658 12s 6d 1911 Census Thomas Samson, Beer Retailer, "Rose Inn" 33. Pedestal with Tapering Obelisk, Overall Height about 12 Feet SUPERINTENDENT JOHN SMITH (THIS MONUMENT IS ABOUT 12 FEET TALL) IN LOVING MEMORY OF JOHN SMITH SUPERINTENDENT, CHATHAM DIVISION, METROPOLITAN POLICE WHO ENTERED INTO REST NOVEMBER 6th 1886 AGED 55 YEARS "The Memory of the Just is Blessed" ALSO OF HIS WIFE LAVINIA BORN APRIL 15th 1830 DIED FEBRUARY 26th 1919 "Jesu Mercy" ALSO TO THE MEMORY OF JOHN STANLEY SMITH ELDEST SON BORN JUNE 8th 1858 DIED FEBRUARY 3rd 1933 THIS PANEL IS INSCRIBED BY THE SORROWING OFFICERS AND MEN OF HIS DIVISION WHO HERE TESTIFY THEIR LASTING RESPECT FOR A MAN WHOSE RULE WAS JUST YET FULL OF KINDNESS "Blessed are the Merciful, for They shall obtain Mercy" Obituary - Chatham Observer "DEATH OF SUPT. J. SMITH It is with the deepest regret that we have to record the removal of another well-known and prominent figure from our midst by the hand of death. For close upon fifteen years Superintendent John Smith, who was in charge of the Metropolitan Police, stationed at Chatham Dockyard, has been intimately associated with the town of Chatham, and by his death, which took place at his official residence at half-past two o’clock on Saturday afternoon, a blank has been caused which it will take a long time to fill. With regard to the illness which resulted in so sad a termination, it may be mentioned that Supt Smith received directions from the Admiralty to attend a trial of the Lewis hand fire-extinguisher at Fort Pitt the evening of the 20th ult., and as, will doubtless be remembered, the ground was very damp in consequence of heavy rain. Mr Smith remained standing on the grass for nearly two hours, and then remarked to Mr Parkes, who had also attended the trial in an official capacity, that he felt thoroughly chilled. He drove home in a cab and on arriving at his residence immediately took such measures as were calculated to ward off any ill effects from the chill, but on the following day, he was seized with an attack of violent cholic. Since then he has never recovered, although on several occasions his appearance led his friends to believe that he would be restored to health. His medical advisers Dr Warren, Dr Eames, Dr Ramfield and Dr Williams, were most assiduous in their efforts on his behalf, but in spite of all that medical skill could do, the deceased gentleman became unconscious at half-past six on Saturday morning and; and remained so up to the time of his death, the direct cause of which was Bright’s disease, supervening upon the chill. THE SERVICES OF SUPTERINTENDENT SMITH The deceased gentleman has passed through a long and honourable career in the police force, and the success he achieved was undoubtedly the result of sterling merit and ability. He first commenced his connection with the police in 1852 when he joined the Plymouth Borough police as a constable, but on the 10th October of the following year he became a member of the Admiralty Force at Devonport Dockyard. The zeal he displayed quickly brought promotion, and he left the force seven years later with the rank of sergeant. On October 22nd 1860, he joined the Metropolitan Police Force as a sergeant and remained stationed at Devonport until the 12th of September 1866, when he was transferred to Woolwich, having been previously promoted to the rank of Inspector on the 30th May 1864. He did not remain long at Woolwich, for on the 1st February 1867 he was despatched to take charge of the police at Aldershot Camp, where he won golden opinions by the excellent manner in which he discharged the whole of his multifarious duties. APPOINTMENT TO CHATHAM His promotion to the rank of Superintendent was made on the 11th March, 1872, and on the 21st of the same month he commenced his important duties as head of the Metropolitan police stationed at Chatham Dockyard. By the wise and judicious steps taken by the new head, the efficiency of the Division was greatly improved, until it rose to a position which is very rarely reached. What can speak better for the admirable way in which the deceased exercised away over the division than the fact that during the whole of the fourteen years only one man has been dismissed from the force? This alone speaks volumes of the popularity of the Chief, and in fact all those under his charge looked up to their Superintendent more in the light of a father than anything else. The full extent of his labours in the direction of improving the condition of those placed under his charge cannot be properly estimated. He was ever ready to do anything which was calculated to promote their welfare, and among other matters he was the founder of the recreation, billiard, and reading rooms, and was President of the Police Band. Of the zealous and faithful manner, in which he discharged his onerous duties, it would be difficult to speak too highly. He possessed a thorough knowledge of all the intricacies of the laws relating to the Army, Navy and Civil Service, and to this, together with the tact which he always displayed, must be attributed the smooth working of all matters during the lengthened period he held the command of the Division. OFFICIAL COMMENDATIONS IN addition to numerous personal commendations for good services rendered, Superintendent Smith received no fewer than sixteen special commendations during the time he was at Chatham, for his zeal and ability, and for the conduct of the Division. Here are two or three taken from that number. "December 2nd 1875. – The Commissioner has pleasure in notifying that Colonel J. O. Hamley, C.B., Controller of H.M. Gun Wharf , Chatham, has by letter to Superintendent Smith expressed his entire satisfaction with the praiseworthy conduct and attention to duty of the police employed there during the last five years." "February 6th 1879.—The Commissioner has pleasure in notifying that the Admiral Superintendent (Admiral Fellowes), on relinquishing his command at Chatham Dockyard, has been pleased to express the high opinion of the zeal and ability of Superintendent Smith, and his deep sense of the faithful and diligent manner in which the police employed under him have carried out the important duties entrusted to their charge." Similar testimonies were also received from Rear-Admiral Brandreth and Rear-Admiral G. W. Watson, on their leaving Chatham. Amongst the officers of the Yard, the deceased was held in the highest esteem, and there is not one who does not deplore his loss. With the townsfolk, too, he was deservedly popular, and his genial manner and many excellent qualities endeared him to a large circle of friends. On several occasions the local authorities have heartily thanked Supt. Smith for the willing assistance he has rendered in extinguishing outbreaks of fire in the locality, and several years ago he even went so far as to obtain standpipes which would fit the hydrants outside the Yard, so that the Police be in apposition to render help at a moment’s call. The deceased was a member of the Church of England, and was in the habit of attending services at the Dockyard Church. He was an active member of the Masonic fraternity, being connected with the Beacon Court Lodge, of which he had held the important office of W. H. He leaves a widow, four daughters (two married), and three sons to mourn his loss, and with the bereaved family, we, in company with hundreds of our fellow townsmen would express our heartfelt sympathy. A PERSONAL TESTIMONY An official, who was intimately acquainted with the deceased gentleman, on being asked as to the character of Superintendent Smith, said: I have known him for thirteen years, and worked with him for nine years, and he was the truest friend that ever I had. I believe the same would be said of him by the whole of the Division, and I do not suppose out of the whole 176 that there would be one dissentient voice. Amongst the Dockyard officials he was universally respected. Another official bore testimony of the great interest that the late Superintendent Smith took in the young men who joined the Division. On their arrival he used to talk to them just like a father, giving them the soundest and most practical advice." The article goes on at great length to cover the funeral, which was of a large scale, with hundreds of official mourners, from the Dockyard Police from several establishments, Dockyard officials, representatives of the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Army and Fire Brigade from several towns etc. So great was the attendance that the Cemetery had to be closed to the general public. 34. Pedestals and Cross IN LOVING MEMORY OF DAVID GEORGE SMITH LATE MASTER GUNNER ROYAL ARTILLERY WHO DIED 9th MARCH 1915 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO JEMIMA SMITH BELOVED WIFE OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 17th SEPTEMBER 1948 AGED 98 YEARS ALSO THEIR DAUGHTER KATHERINE MARY DIED 2nd 1970 AGED 90 YEARS ALSO HIS CHILDREN INTERRED AT DEVONPORT ALEXANDER CECIL DIED 24th SEPT 1886 AGED 3 YEARS CECELIA BLANCHE DIED 4th JAN 1887 AGED 14 DAYS ALSO HIS GRANDSON SIDNEY EDGAR DIED 1st JUNE 1902 AGED 5 YEARS 35. Flat Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF ESTHER SPRINGATE WHO DIED 17th MAY 1916 AGED 58 YEARS ALSO WILLIAM SPRINGATE HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 28th JUNE 1913 AGED 70 YEARS ALSO ERNEST GEORGE SON OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED 2nd JUNE 1924 AGED 45 YEARS "Rest in Peace" ALSO HIS WIDOW ANNIE EDITH WHO DIED 23rd DECEMBER 1950 AGED 74 YEARS 1901 Census William Springate at Chatham, General Labourer 1911 Census Ernest Springate, Painter Principal Probate Registry Index William Springate, of Burnt Oak Terrace, £66 0s 6d 36. Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARY TREVERTON WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE FEBRUARY 10th 1912 AGED 74 YEARS ALSO HENRY TREVERTON THE BELOVED HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE WHO DEPARTED THIS LIFE DECEMBER 21st 1893 AGED 57 YEARS AND WAS BURIED AT SEA "Peace, Perfect Peace" 1881 Census Henry Treverton, East Road, Gillingham, Boatswain, Royal Navy 37. Granite Block and Curbs OF YOUR CHARITY PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOUL OF ANTHONY JABEZ DIED MARCH 27th 1939 AGED 13 YEARS BELOVED AND ONLY CHILD OF ALBERT J. AND R. DOROTHY WHITEHEAD ALSO ALBERT JAMES BELOVED HUSBAND OF DOROTHY AT REST OCTOBER 11th 1965 AGED 79 YEARS 38. Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF KATIE THE BELOVED DAUGHTER OF C. AND E. A. WILKINS WHO DIED 6th 1904 IN HER 8th YEAR ALSO THE ABOVE CHARLES WILKINS WHO DIED 10th OCT 1930 AGED 66 YEARS ALSO ELIZA ANN WILKINS A BELOVED WIFE AND MOTHER WHO DIED 28th AUG 1953 AGED 88 YEARS Principal Probate Registry Index Charles Wilkins, of Cleave Road, £919 10s 11d 39. Fallen Broken Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF PERCY CLAUDE WINN FELL ASLEEP OCT 8th 1908 ? AGED 43 ? YEARS "[ ], Morning Breaks and the Shadows Flee Away, We then [ ] Joys shall Share" ALSO PHOEBE ALICE WINN MOTHER OF THE ABOVE WHO DIED MARCH 4th 1921 AGED 86 ? YEARS "Her Passing was Peace" ALSO JOHN HUSBAND OF THE ABOVE (KNOWN AS HARRY WINN) CROSSED OVER OCT 17th 1928 AGED 77 YEARS 1911 Census John Winn, Charge Hand of Fitters, Chatham Dockyard Principal Probate Registry Index John Winn of Waterloo Road, £626 1s 3d 40. Headstone IN LOVING MEMORY OF MARY ELIZABETH WRIGHT WHO DIED 11th JANUARY 1907 AGED 49 YEARS WIFE OF JOHN JAMES WRIGHT WHO DIED 27th JANUARY 1924 AGED 69 YEARS AND EUNICE ELIZABETH HIS WIDOW WITH CHRIST 7th JANUARY 1936 AGED 84 YEARS 1911 Census John Wright, Naval Architect Principal Probate Registry Index John Wright of Rock Avenue, £1,957 19s 2d Index of Names - from gravestones only BENNETT 6 CARTWRIGHT 1 CHALLIS 2 CHAMBERS 14 CHAPMAN 3 CLARK 4 CLIFT 5 CLINCH 19 CONNOLLY 6 COOKE 7 CUCKOW 8 DAY 9 DOLPHIN 10 DRAKE 11 DOW 2 ELVY 12 | FEATHERBY 13 FORD 14 FROST 13 GEGAN 15 GREEN 16 HAYDEN 31 HILLS 32 HOBBIS 24 HOYLE 17 LAMPORT 19 LLOYD 18 MASKALL 27 MUDGE 19 | NICOL 20 NORRIS 21 NORTON 22 PACKER 23 PAGE 24 PALMER 18 PARKS 258 PEARCE 26 PECK 32 PERCIVAL 22 PHILPOTT 27 PICKEN 11 PRICE 23 PRUCE 29 PURSE 28 ROBERTS 29 RUCK 2 | SAMSON 32 SAYWELL 30 SCOGGINS 32 SEWELL 31 SMITH 33, 34 SPRINGATE 35 SPRINGFIELD 8 TREVERTON 36 WHITEHEAD 37 WILKINS 38 WILLOUGHBY 21 WINN 39 WRIGHT 40 WYNDHAM 28 | For details about the advantages of membership of the Kent Archaeological Society click here Back to Churchyards Listed Back to Library and Visual Records Back to Research Back to Homepage This website is constructed by enthusiastic amateurs. 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