Memorials at St. Mary Church

By Phil Mustoe, June 1992

See the Name Index at end ofpage

01

In memory of Thomas William Evans infant son aged 13 days, born 3rd February 1889. Ethel Annie Evans died 26th November 1900. Nora Mary Evans died 1907. Mabel Gwyn Davies died 26th October 1935. John Jones Evans died 15th July 1948

02

To the memory of David Gwyn (formerly of this parish) who died at The Herberts in the parish of Llandough May 28th 1881 aged 51 years. "Brief life is here our portion". Also Ann relict of the aforesaid David Gwyn died at Cowbridge December 7th 1898 aged 72 years.

03

In memory of John Gwyn of this parish who died May 3rd 1872 aged 41 years. "Tis my anchor in life's tempests, that my God will firm remain, Though I pass through death's dark portal. In his bounds I live again. Also William Thomas only son of the above named John Gwyn who died December 9th 1876 aged 7 years.

04

In loving memory of William Evans formerly of this parish born 13th July 1849 died at Cowbridge 25th March 1919. "I was weary and he gave me rest". Also Alice Sarah his beloved wife died 11th March 1934 aged 78 years. "He giveth his beloved sleep"

05

In loving memory of Louie beloved wife of David Morse Cule, died May 3rd 1928 aged 35 years.

06

In loving memory of Mary beloved wife of George Millard died April 28th 1931 aged 68 years. Also the above George Millard died August 19th 1939 aged 76 years. "Peace Perfect Peace"

07

In loving memory of a beloved husband and father, Albert Whistance, died 13th September 1963 aged 57.

08

In loving memory of John Gwyn, formerly of this parish, who died at Milford Haven Sept 30th 1894 aged 31 years.

09

Charles Jackson Gwyn died at Cowbridge 27th November 1915 aged 54 years "His memory is Fragrant". Clara Gwendoline Evans, niece of the above, died 3rd August 1959 aged 77 years. "For so he giveth his beloved sleep".

10

In memory of John Lewis of this parish who died April 4th 1874 aged 47 years. Also Catherine Lewis wife of the above who died June 18th 1893. Also William their son died at Melbourne, Australia, March 2nd 1882 aged 28 years. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord".

11

Underneath lie the remains of the children of William and Mary Lewis of the parish of Colwinstone. William died the 15th of July 1814 aged 6 weeks. Richard died the 23rd May 1816 aged 12 weeks. Mary died the 31st of March 1818 aged 15 years. "Chris from Heaven? took? ----------- The first fruits of love? -------------------Did ------------

12

Treasured memories of a devoted husband and father Thomas Adams of Penyrheol Farm died Sept. 25th 1967 aged 83. Also his beloved wife Mary died March 4th 1979 aged 89 years.

13

In memory of Elizabeth daughter of Thomas and Catherine Jones of this parish who died May 3rd 1884 aged 58 years.

14

In memory of Thomas Jones of this parish who died June 29th 1861 aged 76 years. Also Catherine wife of the above who died Dec 7th 1871 aged 80 years. Also Mary their daughter who died May 2nd 1861 aged 52 years.

15

Sacred to the memory of William Williams of the town of Cowbridge who died the 20th day of June 1811. "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Ye saith the spirit that they may rest from their labours. Rev'tns 14 13". Also of Elizabeth Williams widow of the above named William Williams who died 24rd of January 1856 aged 82 years.

16

Treasured memories of Hannah Mary Yates died 7th February 1980 aged 77 "Resting where no shadows fall".

17

In loving memory of Alfred Humphrey (Alf) beloved husband of Emily and a dear father, died May 12th 1981 aged 66 years. At rest.

18

Here lieth the body of William son of William and Mary Gwynn of this parish he died 21st of March 1781 aged 5 years.

19

Er gof am Dafydd Jones --------------------

20

Cherished memories of Alice May dearly loved wife of Arthur Jaynes died January 2nd 1979 aged 56 years. Always remembered.

21

In memory of Mary Elizabeth who died Novr. 1 1884 aged 2 years and 4 months. Also of Arthur Edward who died October 15th 1888 aged 4 months also of Ada Eleanor who died April 12th 1895 aged 6 weeks. "Suffer little children and come unto me." Children of George and Elizabeth Connors.

22

Here lyeth ye body of George Thomas son to John Thomas of this parish who died ye 3rd day of September 1762 aged 19 years. "A pale comsumption give the silent blow, The stroke was fatal but effect was slow. With wating pain death found opp rest. Pittid his sighs & Kindly brought him rest".

23

In loving memory of William Thomas Gwyn. For 38 years Town Clerk of Cowbridge born March 24th 1857 died Jan 18th 1931. "Here we have no continuing city, but we seek one to come". Lucy Day Gwyn widow of the above born May 27th 1855 died June 19th 1955. Catherine Ann Eades, sister of Lucy Day Gwyn, born May 23 1856 died September 25th 1927. "I know that my redeemer liveth"

24

Here lie the remains of Elizabeth the wife of John Gwynne who died the 8th of May 1810? aged 28 years. Also the said John Gwynne died the 27th of February 1821 aged 56. Also Mary daughter of the above died May 19 1837 aged 24 years.

25

In memory of Ann the daughter of William and Alice Gwyn of this parish who died Feb 17th 1832 aged 4 years. Also Alice second daughter of the aforesaid William and Alice Gwyn who died May 13th 1832 aged 3 weeks. In memory of William Gwyn of this parish who died January 10th 1878 aged 84 years. "I was weary and he gave me rest". Also Alice relict of the above named who died November 15 1882 aged 86 years. "Having a desire to depart and to be with Christ".

26

In loving memory of Florence Mabel Crook born December 18th 1902 died November 23rd 1966. "Ty-Draw Farm". Also Evan Jones Crook died November 23rd 1975 aged 77. Also two infant children. Rest in Peace.

27

In loving memory of my dear husband Arthur John Palling of Kingsland Farm who died July 20th 1954 aged 61 years. "Rest in peace". Also his beloved wife Elizabeth who died Aug 3rd 1971 aged 78 years.

28

Here rests in hope the body of Thomas Kemp of this parish who departed this life Feb 15 1888 aged 80 years. Also Mary wife of the aforesaid who died June 24th 1895 aged 86 years.

29

Sacred to the memory of Richard Morris of this parish who departed this life the 26th of March 1831 aged 79 years. "Na Tristadch megireraill. Y rhai nid oes cariddywyt? obaith". Also of Elizabeth wife of the above named Richard Morris who departed this life the 25th of January 1847 aged 75 years. "For me to live is Christ, and to die is ........" Also Jane their daughter who died 21st May 1890 aged 84 years.

30

To the memory of Richard Morris formerly of this parish who died Novr 19th 1877 aged 87 years. "He rests from his Labour and is at rest".

31

In memory of Jane the wife of John Thomas of Bonvilston and daughter of William and Alice Gwyn of this parish who died Dec 25th 1854 aged 28 years. "Husband Farewell. Tis thou must rear. Our babes in God's most holy fear. Oh teach their infant lips to pray, and guide them in the narrow way. So may we meet, renewed, forgiven. No wanderer lost, a family in Heaven"

32

Sacred to the memory of Thomas Jenkins who died Feb 22nd 1881 aged 26 years. Also Gilead Morgan who died Feb 18 1880 aged 13 years. Sons of John and Margaret Spencer of this parish. "Open to me the gates of Righteousness"

33

Here lyeth ye body of Thomas Williams who dyde August ye 2nd 1751 aged 42? "------------------------". Here also lieth the body of Margaret the wife of Thomas William who died Jan the 1st 1771 aged 56.

34

In memory of Margaret Hopkins who died the 19th of June 1821 aged 16 months.

35

Here lieth the body of Richard Richard son of Watkin Richard by Ann his wife who died December the 16th 1766 aged 4 months. Also Evan son of the aforesaid Watkin Richard who died June the 19th 1769 aged 7 years. As also Watkin Richard their son who died the 26th of February 1773 aged 12 years. In memory of Watkin Richard died November 28th 1781 aged 55. The aforesaid Anne Richard died the 11th of December 1796 aged 66.

36

Here lyeth the body of Joan the wife of Christopher Harry. She died the 17th day of Feb 1821 aged 70. Here also lieth the body of Ann the wife of David Harry who died the 17th of June 183- aged -- years. Also here lieth the body of Christopher Harry who died 11th November 1828 aged 81

37

Here lieth the remains of David Harry of this parish who died the 28th January 1763 aged 76 years. ----------------------------------- ----------

38

Here lieth the body of John How, of the parish of Llantrithyd who died the 18th March 1778 aged 71.

39

Here lieth the body of Thomas Jenkins who died the 5th January 1752 aged 58.

40

In loving memory of Reginald the beloved husband of Laura May White died Dec 6th 1972 aged 62 years. "Rest in peace"

41

In loving memory of Sidney Frederick Maidment died 12th July 1980 aged 52 years, Also his loving wife Betty died 28th March 1981 aged 49 years "Together always"

42

Blake Shanks

43

Treasured memories of a dear wife and mother Mary Rawson Kendrick died 12th May 1964 aged 77. "To wake again in Heaven".

44

Here rests in hope the body of Thomas David who departed this life 1st October 1871 aged 87.

45

In memory of Thomas Howell of this parish who died Jan 6th 1813 aged 72 years.

46

In memory of Catherine wife of John Griffiths of this parish who died Jan 1 1886 aged 78 years. Also John Griffiths who died September 19th 1889

47

In loving memory of Job Addicott of this parih who died April 23rd 1919 aged 83 years. Also Catherine his beloved wife who died April 20th 1938 aged 73 years. "Thy will be done"

48

In loving memory of Richard (Dick) beloved husband of Olive Addicott who passed away 20th April 1951 aged 61 years. "At rest". Also his beloved wife Olive who passed away 22nd April 1969 aged 79 years. And their daughter Olive (molly) who passed away 13th May 1981 aged 64 years.

49

In loving memory of Kate a devoted wife of Joseph Addicott died Nov 22nd 1960 aged 75. Also of the above Joseph Addicott died Dec 25th 1967 aged 74. "Rest in Peace"

50

In loving memory of Sarah Ann the beloved wife of Frederick Groom who departed this life 24th March 1896 aged 43 years. "The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, her children arise up and call her blessed : Proverbs xxxi". Also the aforesaid Frederick Groom and husband of M J Groom who died June 6th 1921 aged 64 years.

Name index to memorials at St. Mary Church 

 Surname     Fornames                      Died  Age   Ref =========== ============================= ====  ===== === Adams       Mary                          1979  89    012 Adams       Thomas                        1967  83    012 Addicott    Catherine                     1938  73    047 Addicott    Job                           1919  83    047 Addicott    Joseph                        1967  74    049 Addicott    Kate                          1960  75    049 Addicott    Olive                         1969  79    048 Addicott    Olive                         1981  64    048 Addicott    Richard                       1951  61    048 Connors     Ada Eleanor                   1895  6w    021 Connors     Arthur Edward                 1888  4m    021 Connors     Elizabeth                                 021 Connors     George                                    021 Connors     Mary Elizabeth                1884  2y4m  021 Crook       Evan Jones                    1975  77    026 Crook       Florence Mabel                1966  63    026 Cule        David Morse                               005 Cule        Louie                         1928  35    005 David       Thomas                        1871  87    044 Davies      Mabel Gwyn                    1935        001 Eades       Catherine Ann                 1927  71    023 Evans       Alice Sarah                   1934  78    004 Evans       Clara Gwendoline              1959  77    009 Evans       Ethel Annie                   1900        001 Evans       John Jones                    1948        001 Evans       Nora Mary                     1907        001 Evans       Thomas William                1889  13d   001 Evans       William                       1919  69    004 Griffiths   Catherine                     1886  78    046 Griffiths   John                          1889        046 Groom       Frederick                     1921  64    050 Groom       M J                                       050 Groom       Sarah Ann                     1896  43    050 Gwyn        Alice                                     031 Gwyn        Alice                         1832  3w    025 Gwyn        Alice                         1882  86    025 Gwyn        Ann                           1832  4     025 Gwyn        Ann                           1898  72    002 Gwyn        Charles Jackson               1915  54    009 Gwyn        David                         1881  51    002 Gwyn        John                          1872  41    003 Gwyn        John                          1894  31    008 Gwyn        Lucy Day                      1955  100   023 Gwyn        William                                   031 Gwyn        William                       1878  84    025 Gwyn        William Thomas                1876  7     003 Gwyn        William Thomas                1931  73    023 Gwynn       Mary                                      018 Gwynn       William                                   018 Gwynn       William                       1781  5     018 Gwynne      Elizabeth                     1810? 28    024 Gwynne      John                          1821  56    024 Gwynne      Mary                          1837  24    024 Harry       Ann                           183?  ?     036 Harry       Christopher                   1828  81    036 Harry       David                                     036 Harry       David                         1763  76    037 Harry       Joan                          1821  70    036 Hopkins     Margaret                      1821  16m   034 How         John                          1778  71    038 Howell      Thomas                        1813  72    045 Humphrey    Alfred                        1981  66    017 Humphrey    Emily                                     017 Jaynes      Alice May                     1979  56    020 Jaynes      Arthur                                    020 Jenkins     Thomas                        1752  58    039 Jones       Catherine                                 013 Jones       Catherine                     1871  80    014 Jones       Dafydd                                    019 Jones       Elizabeth                     1884  58    013 Jones       Mary                          1861  52    014 Jones       Thomas                                    013 Jones       Thomas                        1861  76    014 Kemp        Mary                          1895  86    028 Kemp        Thomas                        1888  80    028 Kendrick    Mary Rawson                   1964  77    043 Lewis       Catherine                     1893        010 Lewis       John                          1874  47    010 Lewis       Mary                                      011 Lewis       Mary                          1818  15    011 Lewis       Richard                       1816  12w   011 Lewis       William                                   011 Lewis       William                       1814  6w    011 Lewis       William                       1882  28    010 Maidment    Betty                         1981  49    041 Maidment    Sidney Frederick              1980  52    041 Millard     George                        1939  76    006 Millard     Mary                          1931  68    006 Morris      Elizabeth                     1847  75    029 Morris      Jane                          1890  84    029 Morris      Richard                       1831  79    029 Morris      Richard                       1877  87    030 Palling     Arthur John                   1954  61    027 Palling     Elizabeth                     1971  78    027 Richard     Anne                          1796  66    035 Richard     Evan                          1769  7     035 Richard     Richard                       1766  4m    035 Richard     Watkin                        1773  12    035 Richard     Watkin                        1781  55    035 Shanks      Blake                                     042 Spencer     Gilead Morgan                 1880  13    032 Spencer     John                                      032 Spencer     Margaret                                  032 Spencer     Thomas Jenkin                 1881  26    032 Thomas      George                        1762  19    022 Thomas      Jane                          1854  28    031 Thomas      John                                      022 Thomas      John                                      031 Whistance   Albert                        1963  57    007 White       Laura May                                 040 White       Reginald                      1972  62    040 Williams    Elizabeth                     1856  82    015 Williams    Margaret                      1771  56    033 Williams    Thomas                        1751  42?   033 Williams    William                       1811        015 Yates       Hannah Mary                   1980  77    016 

Monumental Inscriptions at St. Mary Church [Last Updated : 19 Sept 2002 - Gareth Hicks]