Headstone Detail

You'll find the headstone's map location, Dumfries & Galloway Family History Society's survery reference, photographs, the inscription and details of the headstone condition detailed below.

Map Reference: 100 View Map

Dumfries & Galloway Family History Society Survey Reference: 105


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Inscription


In memory of James MILMINE who died 26th Oct 1815 aged 70 years Mary COWAN his wife who died 8th March 1821 aged 65 years and of their children viz. Elizabeth who died 2nd Jan 1781 aged 2 years, Mary Ann who died 15th June 1791 aged 2 months, Alexander who died 1st March 1822 aged 28. Also Thomas MILMINE who departed this life 25th April 1827 in consequence of a severe fall from the chimneyhead of the Collectors House aged 41 years - Also James MILMINE eldest son to the above James MILMINE who departed this life 31st April 1828 aged 46 years [on reverse] This burying ground co- - - - - - graves in- - - - North East from this stone

Headstone


Type:
Red sandstone.
Dimensions:
154 x 98 x 10
Condition:
Fair. Minor flake damage to both faces.
Description:
Free standing with round top and shoulders. Inscription on east face.