Pettigo Roman Catholic Graveyard

MUCKROSS

CHURCH OF IRELAND Graveyard.

Contributed by John Cunningham

Muckross Church of Ireland. Muckross means “the peninsula of the pigs.” This church was built by the Lowry Family. One of the most famous persons buried here is Sidney Barton, 1876-1946. He took part in the Boxer Rebellion in China, compiled one of the first ever, English/Chinese Dictionaries and was in charge of the British Embassy in Ethopia when the country was captured by the Italians in 1935. He brought in Indian troops during the invasion and protected 2,000 refugees of 23 different nationalities. He was commended in Parliament for his actions which were described as, “being beyond praise.” He became sickened with the maneuvers of the allies, including England who he felt had conspired at this cynical invasion. He resigned and devoted himself to the affairs of the Ethopian Emperor Haile Selassie until he died in January 1946.

ALEXANDER

ALEXANDER. Herbert Alexander died 22nd June 1986 aged 74 years.

ALLEN

ALLEN. In loving memory of Edward died 11th April 1959 aged 53 years also Aunt Elizabeth died 17th July 1962 ‘thy will be done’.

BARTON

BARTON. In memory of Lt. Col. William Hugh Barton D.S.O. J.P. D.L. of the Waterfoot born May 30th 1874 died Feb. 1st 1945 with his wife Ardyn Marion J.P. born Aug. 24th 1887 died Jan. 6th 1970.

BARTON. In loving memory of Ruth Ardyn born 1st Feb. 1921 and Timothy Hugh born 2nd Dec. 1942 beloved wife and only child of Major H. A. C. Butler, Royal Engineers daughter and grandson of Lt. Colonel W. H. and Mrs. Barton who lost their lives in an accident 21st Sept. 1951. “They were lovely and pleasant in their lives and in death they were not divided.”

BARTON. In loving memory of Sir Sidney Barton, C.B.E. K.C. B.O.C.O.M.C. born 26th November 1876 died 20th January 1946 ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant’.

BARTON. In loving memory of Caroline Angel C. Barton born 4th April 1881 died 12th July 1953.

In grateful memory of Ardyn Marion Barton for her life and work 1887 – 1970. Charity never fail.

To the glory of God presented by Henry Burnley Rathborne, Blen-na-Lung in memory of his wife Mary Florence, eldest daughter of the late Capt. C. R. Barton D. L. Waterfoot died 20th February 1932. (Muckross Church Interior.)

To the glory of God and in memory of Ruth Arden Butler and her son Timothy Hugh this window is given by Arden M. Barton. (Muckross Church Interior.)

John Charles Barton, Capt. R.A. only son of Lieutenant Colonel W.H. and Mrs Barton of the Waterfoot died of wounds in Tunisia April 8th 1933 aged 25 years and is buried at Medjez-El-Bab Tunisia Chevalier de La Legion D’Honneur et La Croix de Guerre Avec Valne. (Muckross Church Interior.)

BEARE

BEARE. In loving memory of Robert Beare born 15th March 1913 died 13th October 1992 and his wife Margaret Rita Beare born 23rd March 1915 died 28th September 1998 sadly missed ‘safe in the arms of Jesus’.

BEATTY

BEATTY. Erected by his friends in memory of the late John Beatty who died 8th August 1901 aged 94 years.

BRANDON

BRANDON. In loving memory of George Brandon, Rossharbour who died 18th November 1909 aged 78 also his wife Elizabeth M. Brandon who died 18th February 1928 aged 74 and their son James Brandon who died 22nd July 1931 aged 46 also their son George who died 29th October 1955 aged 76 and their daughter Elizabeth Ellen who died 19th March 1964 aged 82 her brother Frederick died 9th Jan. 1972 aged 81 also his sister Francis who died 2nd Sept. 1976 aged 83 ‘Worthy of remembrance’.

BRUCE

BRUCE. In loving memory of James passed away 11th Sept. 1974 aged 61 years. ‘Peace, perfect peace.’

BRUCE. Bruce of Cherrybrooke.

BURNLEY

RATHBURN. Matthew 29v 32.44 In loving memory of Mary Florence the beloved wife of Henry B. Rathburn who passed away on the 20th February 1932 in the 54th year of her age also Henry Burnley Rathburn who died 27th August 1943 in his 77th year.

In grateful memory of Ardyn Marion Barton for her life and work 1887 – 1970. Charity never fail.

BUTLER

To the glory of God and in memory of Ruth Arden Butler and her son Timothy Hugh this window is given by Arden M. Barton. (Muckross Church Interior.)

CABBETT

CABBETT. In the memory of Joseph Cabbett died 13th May 1913.

CAMPBBELL

ROWE. In loving memory of Suzanne Elizabeth Campbell died 7th June 1993 aged 24 days. “Safe in the arms of Jesus”.

CROSIER

CROSIER.

DEVITT

DEVITT. In loving memory of Edward Devitt who died June 7th 1900 aged 74 years. Absent from the body, at home with the Lord. Grandson Edward Porter Devitt who died February 1920 aged 2 and a half years. Daughter in law Elizabeth Ellen who died February 19th 1982 aged 91 years.

DEVITT. In loving memory of James Devitt dear father who fell asleep in Jesus 29th Dec. 1892 aged 84 years.

DICKSON

DICKSON. (Arm holding sword.) Here lies the body of the Reverend Daniel Eccles Dickson who was appointed to the Parish of Muckross in 1868 having attained to a good old age his thoughts and prayers were often in the words of the psalmisst (who can tell how oft he offendeth, cleanse thou me from secret thoughts. I will lay be down in peace and take my rest where it is thou God who only maketh me dwell in safety) died 27th April 1906 aged 83 years.

In affectionate remembrance of the reverend Daniels Eccles Dickson for 38 years rector of this parish he died 27th April 1906 aged 83 years. ‘Blessed he here that conserve the ()’ Psalm 31 v 1

To the glory of God and in loving memory of Gillian M. Johnston aged 21 years murdered by terrorists on 18th March 1988 these lights were donated by loving father, mother, brothers and sisters. (Muckross Church Interior.)

DOWSE

DOWSE. In loving memory of Patricia Betty Dowse B.A. died 4th October 1987 aged 53 years. Beloved schoolteacher. ‘Rejoice in the Lord always’.

DUNCAN

DUNCAN. In loving memory of James died 15th November 1993.

DUNDAS

DUNDAS. In loving memory of Isabella Harriett Dundas died 19th March 1946 aged 69 years also her husband John died 8th Feb. 1963 aged 87 years.

ECCLES

In affectionate remembrance of the reverend Daniels Eccles Dickson for 38 years rector of this parish he died 27th April 1906 aged 83 years. ‘Blessed he here that conserve the ()’ Psalm 31 v 1

FARRELL

FARRELL. In loving memory of our dearly loved son and brother Jason died 30th May 1989 result of an accident aged 16 years. ‘Not gone from memory or from love but to our father’s home above’.

FARRELL. In loving memory of a dear husband and father George S. T. died 19th February 1981 aged 63 years also wife and mother Margaret Jane died 16th January 1998 aged 81 years “Safe in the arms of Jesus.”

FLETCHER

FLETCHER. Erected by Mary Fletcher In loving memory of her husband John died 12th Nov. 1892 aged 50 years ‘Looking unto Jesus’.

FOSTER

FOSTER.

FUNSTON, FUNSTEN

FUNSTEN. In loving memory of Doreen died 12th June 1968 her brother Ronnie murdered by terrorists 13th March 1984 also their mother Florence died 26th December 1996 and their father Oliver died 17th May 1998. Letitia died 26th Aug. 1946 her husband David died 3rd Jan. 1956 their son William died 11th May 1984.

FUNSTON. In loving memory of Samuel Funston, Townavanney died 20th Sept. 1939 aged 31 years also his father Thomas Funston died 18th August 1954 aged 83 years and his mother Ellen died 6th March 1964 aged 82 years also his sister Fanny g died 9th April 1971 aged 67 years John Wesley Funston died 31st August 1973 aged 68 years William Thomas Funston died 17th October 1975 aged 68 years ‘Peace perfect peace.’

GRAHAM

GRAHAM. Erected by John Graham in affectionate rememberance of his father James Graham who died 16th March 1903 aged 86 years also his mother Fanny Graham who died 1st May 1917 aged 88 years also the above John Graham who died 1st Jan. 1958 aged 92 years and his son John Frederick who died 13th Dec. 1981 aged 71 years.

GRAHAM. In fond remembrance of Constable Roland John Graham loving husband of Rose Mary and devoted daddy of Rebecca, Abagail and Katy killed in the execution of his duty 16th June 1997 aged 34 years. (Royal Ulster Constabulary crest on top) “With Christ which is far better Phil 1 v 23”

GRAHAM. Precious memories of John loving son of Roy and Pearl Graham and dear brother of Clare always in our hearts and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying neither shall there be any more pain for the former things are passed away. Revelations 21 verse 4.

In loving memory of Cmdr Robert Graham Lowry R.N. D.L. J.P. born 18th August 1899 died 4th September 1975 he served his country and community faithfully for 60 years. (Muckross Church Interior.)

HALL

WALKER. In loving memory of Angelina Walker died 26th November 1943 and her nephew John Hall died 18th June 1968 his wife Fanny died 25th February 1977 her nephew Norman Read died 1st April 1988 ‘Till he come’.

HUDDLESTON

HUDDLESTON. Charles Keith 1912 – 1984. Beloved husband of Maureen and father of Jennifer. “Loves last best gift remembrance.”

IRVINE

IRVINE. In loving memory of our dear parents Elizabeth Irvine died 7th March 1950 aged 69 years and her husband William died 24th December 1962 aged 89 years. ‘The day thou gavest Lord, is ended’.

IRVINE. In loving memory of a dear husband and father Henry died 20th March 1980 aged 76 years also infant son Desmond died November 1947 loving mother and wife Catherine died 11th October 1993 aged 85 years “The Lord is my shepherd’.

In fond memory of Jane Irvine of Dreenan, relic of the late Richard Irvine who was interred in Pettigo Churchyard, March 27th 1896. During her life of 82 years she had by her Christian and cheerful disposition endeared herself to all with whom she came in contact. Nere shall I let that past loved name slip unremembered from my heart, thou now her former griefs don’t claim in my fond prayers a part. (Muckross Church Interior.)

JOHNSTON

JOHNSTON. In loving memory of James died 18th June 1974 aged 93 years his wife Ellen died 28th February 1984 aged 86 years their grand daughter Gillian murdered by IRA terrorists 18th March 1988 aged 21 years ‘Safe in the arms of Jesus’ Gillian murdered by IRA terrorists ‘always in my thoughts’ loving fiancé Stanley Ligatt ‘till we meet on the beautiful shore’.

JOHNSTON. In loving memory of Frederick Johnston died 26th March 1937 James Johnston died 19th March 1943 ‘Resting in peace’.

In loving memory of Jillian N. Johnston murdered by terrorists 18th March1988 aged 21 years. Always remembered by loving fiancée Stanley Ligett. (Muckross Church Interior.)

In affectionate remembrance of the reverend Daniels Eccles Dickson for 38 years rector of this parish he died 27th April 1906 aged 83 years. ‘Blessed he here that conserve the ()’ Psalm 31 v 1

The carpets in this church were presented in 1989 by the Duke of Westminster High School in memory of Gillian Johnston, killed by terrorists. 1989. (Muckross Church Interior.)

KENNEDY

KENNEDY. In loving memory of a very dear mother Violet died 13th May 1998 also her husband William died 3rd August 1980 brother William John Miles died 25th June 1973 and mother Elizabeth Miles died 9th April 1954.

LESLIE

LESLIE. In loving memory of Barbara Leslie who departed this life 13th May 1898 aged 34.

LIGATT

In loving memory of Jillian N. Johnston murdered by terrorists 18th March1988 aged 21 years. Always remembered by loving fiancée Stanley Ligett. (Muckross Church Interior.)

LIPSETT

MCCREA. In loving memory of our parents Elizabeth Mc Crea died 28th May 1949 aged 71 years and her husband John Lipsett Mc Crea died 13th November 1961 aged 88 years their son Samuel L. Mc Crea died 9th December 1991 also his wife Mary Catherine Mc Crea died 19th September 1995 ‘Not left to lie like fallen trees not dead but living unto thee’.

LOVE

LOVE. In loving memory of Elizabeth Ema Love died 7th January 1956 aged 41 years her husband John James died 29th March 1993 aged 84 years ‘Until we meet again’ William Robert Bruce died 17th Feb. 1931 aged 9 years.

LOWRY

LOWRY. In loving memory of my dear husband George Lowry died 19th June 1967 also his wife Sarah Jane died 12th Dec. 1995 ‘Thy will be done’.

LOWRY. In loving memory of William Lindley Lowry died 8th January 1969 aged 70 years also his baby grandson Alister died 10th May 1961 also his beloved wife Edith Elizabeth Jane died 12 August 1992 aged 91 years ‘Until the day break and the shadows flee’ Mary Jane Lowry died 8th August 1949 aged 78 years and John Lowry died 4th Dec. 1942 aged 88 years.

In grateful memory of two brothers Lieutenant John Lowry died 29th April 1988 aged 98 and Lieutenant Armar Lowry died 18th June 1876 aged 85. They served, the first in Canada and the second in the Peninsula and were each severely wounded in the wars of the early part of the century.

For over 50 years they gave jointly and liberally of their substance to institutions for the poor and suffering as well as to the site, building and endowment of this church. (Muckross Church Interior.)

In loving memory of Cmdr Robert Graham Lowry R.N. D.L. J.P. born 18th August 1899 died 4th September 1975 he served his country and community faithfully for 60 years. (Muckross Church Interior.)

In loving memory of Admiral Sir Robert Swinburn Lowry K.C.B. died 29thMay 1920 aged 66 years he served his country faithfully for 50 years. ‘In all of thy ways acknowledge him that he shall direct thy paths.’ (Muckross Church Interior.)

In loving memory of Lieutenant General Robert William Lowry C.B. a good soldier of his country and a faithful follower of the lord Jesus Christ born 20th March 1824 died 8th June 1905 his constant prayers were goodness and mercy have (?) me all the days of my life and I shall dwell in the house of the lord for ever’ and “Jesus Mercy”. (Muckross Church Interior.)

LYONS

LYONS. In loving memory of Grace Emily Jean died 3rd Aug. 1992 aged 28 years ‘With the Lord’.

MANNERS

MANNERS. In loving memory of Daisie H. Manners died 24th February, 1983, aged 70 years.

MARSHALL

WRAY. In loving memory of Joseph Wray died 6th August 1963 his wife Ellen died 3rd August 1973 their son in law William Marshall died 11th May 1981 his wife Marion died 23rd March 1985 ‘Till we meet’.

McCREA

McKINLEY

MCKINLEY. Jessie Margaret wife of Joseph McKinley 1888 – 1952 Joseph McKinley 1884 – 1965 their daughter Lucy 1923 – 1962 their son Robert John 1920 – 1995 John McKinley 1836 – 1929 his wife Ann 1845 – 1942 their son Robert S. 1877 – 1910.

MCKINLEY. In loving memory of Thomas James the dearly beloved and only child of Thomas and Barbara McKinley, Woodhill who died 13th Feb. 1946 aged 26 years and his mother Barbara who died 24th May 1956 aged 72 years also his father Thomas who died 8th June 1958 aged 83 years ‘ Thy will be done’.

MILES

MILLS

MILLS. In loving remembrance.

MILLS. In loving memory of John Mills died 28th Jan. 1949 his wife Georgina died 12th Nov. 1963 their daughter Gladys died 10th March 1975. Daughter in law Violet died 11th Jan. 1980 her husband Thomas died 20th Sept.. 1981 his brother Robert died 21st Nov. 1981.