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: 144 View Map

Dumfries & Galloway Family History Society Survey Reference: 128


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Inscription


In memory of Janet MACKENZIE Relict of the late Capt. James TORRANCE, Junior, Port Patrick who departed this life 20 June 1818 aged 42 years This stone is erected by Margaret & Rachel TORRANCE hir Daughters The above Margaret TORRANCE, wife of James MANDERSON, who departed this life 18th November 1855 aged 50 years also William MANDERSON their son who died 4th October 1844 aged 5 years Also James MANDERSON their son who died in St Johns, Antigua 13th January 1862 aged 24 years and James MANDERSON who died in Portpatrick 18th November 1864 aged 62 years

Headstone


Type:
Red sandstone.
Dimensions:
162 x 90 x 14
Condition:
Fair. Worn but stable.
Description:
Free standing with rectangular top and scrolled shoulders. Inscription on east face.