Memorials of Kirkandrews Upon Esk
These are arranged in alphabetical order: I have kept Gilchrist's original numbering which is an indication of the position of the gravestone. Those without numbers are not in Gilchrist's document, and have been recorded by myself unless stated otherwise
125) Here lies William GLENDINNIN who died 9th March 1693 aged 70.
138) Here lies Mary GLENDININ daughter of William GLENDININ in Patnstoun who died 21st September 1694 aged 23.
200) Here lies John GLENDINING in Bogburn who died 5th March 1712 aged --.
201) In memory of John GLENDINING who died at Gendenning-Croft 1st July 183- aged 67. And Elizabeth GLENDINING his wife who died 22nd March 1840 aged 82.
(reverse) In memory of Edward GLENDINING of Philipstown who died 1st July 1741 aged 35. And William 2nd son of Edward who died 30th July 1739 aged 5. And William 3rd son of Edward who died 12th August 1741 aged 2.
202) In memory of Thomas GLENDINNING who died 4th December 1823 aged 67. And Ann his wife who died 11th March 1835 aged 67. And John their son who died 15th September 1790 aged 9 weeks. And William their son who died 10th January 1794 aged 5 months. And Matthew their son who died 13th February 1802 aged 1 month. And Mary their daughter who died 13th March 1816 aged 8. And Thomas their son who died 19th July 1820 aged 22. Post 1855 inscriptions.
Note: from the Carlisle Journal July 15th 1820 On the 12th inst whilst Mr Thomas Glendinning jun of Longtown was bathing in the river there, he was seized with an apoplectic fit, and though surgical aid was speedily procured, it was unavailing.
Carlisle Journal December 6th 1823
On Thursday, awfully sudden, Mr Thomas Glendinning of the Swan Inn. He was in perfect health at 3 o'clock in the morning, and at the usual time of rising was found dead by the side of his wife.
169) In memory of John HAMILTON of Henerystown who died 14th June 1826 aged 76. Mary his wife who died 12th September 1808 aged 56. And James their son who died 24th January 1781 aged 14 months. And Elizabeth their daughter who died 28th February 1802 aged 2.
(reverse): In memory of John, son of James and Nancy HAMELTON of Longtown who died 23rd November 1819 aged 14 weeks. And John their son who died 23rd November 1820 in infancy. And Nancy wife of above James HAMELTON who died at Penrith 14th March 1831 aged 31. And Robert their son who died 25th October 1830 aged 9 months. And Ellen his daughter who died 11th April 1837 aged 10 months.
246) In memory of Joseph HARRISON in Butterdales who died 3rd November 1807 aged 49. And Mary his wife who died 24th March 1794 aged 31. And Mary their daughter who died 12th July 1788 aged 3.
143) Here lies John HATTAN in Mon who died 26th September 1766 aged 76.
9) Sacred to the memory of William HAYTON who died at Newcastle 12th December 1882 aged 82. Jane wife of William HAYTON who died at Plump 30th April 1835 aged 58. Post 1855 inscriptions.
122) Here lies John HENDRI son to William HENDRI in Laikside who died 31st January 1708 aged 20.
203) In memory of Robert HEWITT of Closegap who died 16th April 1805 aged 28. And Robert his son Longtown who died at Longtown 7th March 1826 aged 20. And Janet, wife of Robert HEWITT who died 3rd October 1851 aged 73.
204) Here lies Christopher and Ann son and daughter of George HEWET of Batinbush who died in infancy.
Hewet armorial bearing on 204
205) In memory of George HEWIT of Lake[...] who died 16th [...] 1829 aged 93. Jane his wife who died [...] aged 69. Elizabeth daughter of George HEWIT and wife of Richard STORY who died 18th July 1804 aged 35. And Margaret his daughter wife of Thomas TATE of Longtown who died 30th September 1811 aged 30. George son of Richard and Elizabeth STORY who died at Closegap 15th February 1830 aged 41.
(reverse): George son of George HEWIT of Lake who died 27th June 1804 aged 22. And Janet his daughter who died 1803.
102) In memory of Andrew HILL who died 12th October [...] aged 82. And Mary his wife who died 30th April 1792 aged 60. And Richard their son who died 30th June 1808 aged 28. And William their son who died 31st March 1831 aged 51. And Andrew their son who died 31st December 1831 aged 70. And Mary wife of James HILL who died 3rd February 1829 aged 65. And James their son who died 20th June 1832 aged 65. And Jane their daughter who died 23rd June 1835 aged 82. And John their son who died 30th April 1841 aged 81.
(reverse): Jane, daughter of John and Mary LITTLE who died at Longtown 7th March 1855 aged 18. Post 1855 inscriptions.
In memory of the Rev Henry HODGSON of Kirkandrews who died February 6th 1866 aged 69 years. He was curate and rector of this parish for upwards of 33 years.
In the midst of life we are in death.
130) In memory of Robert BELL of Bankhead who died 14th December 1801 aged 76. And Jane his wife who died 11th March 1805 aged 64. And Randolph HOLMES her son who died 24thApril 1807 aged 49. And Elizabeth their daughter who died 12th January 1784 aged 18. And Margaret their daughter who died 28th April 1784 aged 12.
133) In memory of George IRVING of Dykeside who died 30th July 1817 aged 62. William their son who died 16th May 1804 aged 23. John his son who died 26th July 1810 aged 27. Andrew his son who died 16th April 1793 aged 2. And Hannah IRVING his wife who died 24th January 1829 aged 79. George IRVING their son who died 27th January 1829 aged 44. Post 1855 inscriptions.
Note: from the Carlisle Journal January 31st 1829 At Dykeside, Kirkandrews on Esk, on Saturday last, Mrs Hannah Irving, aged 87, and on Tuesday Mr George Irving her son, aged 44.
237) In memory of William IRVING of Mosside who died 8th December 1817 aged 77. And Jane his wife who died 2nd March 1803 aged 63. And Margaret his grand daughter who died 18th April 1814 in infancy. And Mary their daughter who died 27th February 1848 aged 77.
239) In memory of Charles IRVING formerly of Peth who died at Angerton Station Feb 21st 1894 aged 82 years. Mary IRVINE his wife died at Peth 9th Dec 1885 aged 77 years. Also Helen Yule IRVING who died Dec 10th 1846 aged 4 years. Also Margaret IRVING who died June 25th 1857 aged 17 years. Also Catherine IRVING their daughter who died at Carlisle Jan 15th 1926 aged 75 years.
In memory of Jane JACKSON who departed this life at Gretna February 24th 1900 aged 41 years.
114) In memory of William JACKSON coachman to late Dr Graham of Netherby who died at Todhillwood 14th January 1808 aged 94.
93) Erected in memory of George JOHNSTON of Todhillrigg who died 13th October 1861 aged 77. And Ealoner his wife who died 28th December 1826 aged 52. Post 1855 inscriptions.
99) In memory of Robert LANGHORN of Longtown who died 15th February 1774 aged 32. And Jane his wife who died 16th August 1804 aged 67. And Eleanor daughter of Thomas JOHNSTON of Longtown who died 27th July 1803 aged 14 months. And above Thomas JOHNSTON who died 18th August 1819 aged 54. And Mary his wife who died 2nd April 1851 aged 79. Post 1855 inscriptions.
135) Tablestone: To the memory of John CALVERT of [...] who died 21st April 17Éaged 61. And Jane his wife who died 16th February 1769 aged 57. And 3 children who died in infancy. And John son of James who died [...] aged 24. And above James CALVERT in [...] who died 1st December 1807 aged 88. And Margaret JOHNSON his spouse who died 27th December 1803 aged 85.
149) In memory of Hugh JOHNSTON of Dykeside who died 8th April 1806 aged 66. And Ann his wife who died 16th April 1795 aged 70. And Richard his son who died at Longtown 24th December 1814 aged 49. And Ann their daughter who died 19th November 1839 aged 68.
150) In memory of Robert son of Robert and Eleanor JOHNSON who died 6th September 1842 aged 10 months. And Mary their daughter who died 9th September 1842 aged 2. Post 1855 inscriptions.
151) In memory of Jane, wife of John JOHNSTON of Baitonsbush who died 10th April 1780 aged 38. And Elizabeth his daughter who died 6th January 1805 aged 15. And Thomas his brother who died 16th April 1793 aged 72. And Richard his son who died 1st February 1812 aged 24. And above John JOHNSTON who died 1st August 1813 aged 67.
192) In memory of Mary, daughter of John and Jane JOHNSTON who died 13th July 1827 aged 24.
209) In memory of David JOHNSTON of Dykeside who died 29th December 1821 aged 75. And Janet his wife who died 10th February 1821 aged 89.
211) Here lies Thomas JOHNSTONE in Rosstreis who died 15th January 1699 aged 72.
Johnstone armorial bearing on 211
212) In memory of Mary daughter of Richard JOHNSTON and Janet ROOME who died in Millhill 30th October 1835 aged 4. And Elizabeth their daughter who died 16th November 1835 aged 2. Post 1855 inscriptions.
217) Sacred to the memory of Robert, son of Robert and Sarah JOHNSTONE of Harkinlodge who died 12th September 1833 aged 11. And Mary their daughter who died 11th October 1841 aged 17. Post 1855 inscriptions.
218) In memory of Robert JOHNSTONE of Bogburn who died 22nd October 1809 aged 51. And Nancy JOHNSTONE his wife who died 23rd January 1855 aged 90.
219) In memory of Janet JOHNSTONE in Draftsike who died 30th December 1830 aged 67. And William JOHNSTONE his son who died 12th April 1830 aged 29. And Thomas, son of Thomas and Jane JOHNSTONE who died at Uppertown 1st May 1857 aged 4. Post 1855 inscriptions.
220) In memory of John, son of Richard and Mary JOHNSTONE of Middlefoot, Stapleton, who died 20th September 1820 in infancy. And William their son who died 1st April 1831 aged 7. And William who died 19th May 1844 aged 6. And Mary their daughter who died 27th September 1844 aged 17. Post 1855 inscriptions.
221) Sacred to the memory of John JOHNSON who died at Bantongil 11th May 1840 aged 80. Post 1855 inscriptions.
235) To the memory of Simon JOHNSTON of Whiteknows who died 5th June 1807 aged 78. And Jane his wife who died 14th April 1814 aged 83. And John JOHNSTON who died at Netherback 24th February 1841 aged 77. And Elizabeth his wife who died 2nd December 1844 aged 71. Post 1855 inscriptions.
(reverse): In memory of John, son of Simon and Eleanor JOHNSTON of Netherbeck who died 2nd January 1846 aged 5 months. And above Simon JOHNSTON who died at Nook. Post 1855 inscriptions.
236) In memory of Robert JOHNSTON who died at Sunnyrigg 3rd January 1838 aged 58. And Mary JOHNSTON his wife who died at Longtown 21st November 1863 aged 79. Post 1855 inscriptions.
247) In memory of Peter KERFOOT of Butterdales who died 28th May 1794 aged 79. And Mary his wife who died 12th April 1797 aged 81.
40) In memory of Margaret, wife of Reginald KIRKPATRICK who died aged 85. And above Reginald KIRKPATRICK who died 29th September 1855 aged 100. Post 1855 inscriptions.
116) In memory of Thomas KIRKPATRICK farmer Mosside who died 4th May 1809 aged 57. And Thomas his son who died 28th August 1815 aged 22. And Mary his wife who died 13th April 1829 aged 73. And John son of Robert KIRKPATRICK of Whiteknowes who died 10th April 1836 aged 11 months. And Mary-Ann his daughter who died 4th July 1836 aged 9. And Elizabeth his daughter who died 30th December 1843 aged 23.
(reverse) In memory of Robert KIRKPATRICK farmer Lawshall who died 2nd February 1857 aged 65. And Jane his wife who died 20th October 1855 aged 65. Post 1855 inscriptions.
In memory of Jane Elizabeth daughter of Alexander and Elizabeth LESSLIE who died at Riddings Station October 16th 1875 aged 17 years. Also Ann Isabella who died May 20th 1871 in her 19th year. Interred at Falstone, Northumberland. Also Elizabeth who died August 31st 1858 ? in her 15th year. Interred in the cemetery No Shields.
5) In memory of John LITTLE of Corries Mill who died 10th March 1837 aged 64. Also Elizabeth JOHNSTON his wife who died 29th July 1842 aged 72. Also Rosannah LITTLE their daughter who died 18th September 1800 aged 8. Also John LITTLE their son who died at Corriesmill January 13th 1867 aged 70 years.
(reverse) In memory of John WALLACE of Bogburn who died 8th March 1805 aged 78. Also Bridget his wife who died 14th December 1783 aged 72. Also Rosannah their daughter, wife of George LITTLE who died 19th September 1785 aged 33. Also above George LITTLE who died 10th June 1790 aged 49.
29) In memory of Alexander LITTLE of Glingerburn who died 17th February 1837 aged 44. And Barbara his wife who died 28th November 1874 aged 76. Post 1855 inscriptions.
Note: from the Carlisle Journal February 25th 1837 At Glingerburn on Friday last, Mr Alexander Little, farmer and meal dealer, aged 45.
51) Here lies Janet, wife of John LITTLE, who died 23rd December 1731 aged 45. (stone badly weathered)
52) In memory of Francis LITTLE who died at Glingerburn 11th August 1834 aged 87. And Susan his wife who died 10th January 1840 aged 77. And Nancy their daughter who died 28th May 1867 aged 77.
(reverse): Here lies Thomas LITTLE of Dikeside who died 20th March 1752 aged 31. And John his son who died 21st April 1752 aged 7. And Nancy his wife who died 9th September 1787 aged 70.
60) In memory of Mary-Ann daughter of William and Jannet LITTLE of Longtown who died 19th February 1833 aged 15. And above William LITTLE who died at Longtown 24th March 1845 aged 53. And above Janet LITTLE who died 12th March 1868 aged 80. Also Mary, daughter of Peter and Margaret LITTLE son of the above who died Feb 25th 1884 aged 18 years.Also John their son who died at Huddersfield Jun 11th 1887 aged 37 years.Also the above Peter LITTLE who died Feby 15th 1896 aged 73 years. Also the above Margaret LITTLE who died at Accrington January 13th 1901? Aged 77 years.
Note: from the Carlisle Patriot March 28th 1845 At Longtown on Monday 24th inst Mr William Little, stone mason, aged 55 years.
83) In memory of Agness daughter of George LITTLE of Rods and wife of David EDGAR of Crofthead who died 6th May 1809 aged 36. And Mary JOHNSTONE who died at Almonside 28th November 1843 aged 92. She was housekeeper to Rev James Gatt, Minister of Gretna for 16 years.
(reverse) To the memory of William LITTLE of Rodds who died 24th February 1767 aged 68. In memory of George LITTLE of Rodds who died 29th August 1819 aged 80. And Jane his wife who died at Almonside 17th January 1828 aged 79.
84) In memory of George LITTLE of Rods who died 20th May 1740 aged 80. And John LITTLE his son who died 26th February 1758 aged 65. And George son to John LITTLE who died 25th December 1793 aged 73. And Matthew son of John LITTLE who died 7th September 1800 aged 73. And Mary LITTLE spouse to Matthew LITTLE who died at Newbiging 7th May 1826 aged 77. And Robert HYSLOP who died at Longtown 18th August 1851 aged 77. Post 1855 inscriptions on reverse.
85) To the memory of Andrew LITTLE of Bankhead who died 20th August 1771 aged 78. And Mary his wife who died 14th March 1793 aged 96. William their son who died 10th December 1801 aged 67.
(reverse) In memory of Christopher LITTLE of Bankhead who died 29th May 1805 aged 76.
86) In memory of George LITTLE of Dykestown, Blacksmith for 60 years, who died 13th May 1801 aged 76.
(reverse) In memory of Jane, daughter of George LITTLE of Dykestown, who died 16th July 1775 aged 10. And John and Margaret who died in infancy.
87) In memory of Margaret, daughter of Andrew and Jane LITTLE of Blackpoolgate in Bewcastle, who died 11th February 1821 aged 29. And Jane, wife of Andrew LITTLE, who died 23rd April 1849 aged 78.
89) Here lies Sara EDGER, spouse to Andrau LITTLE, who died 17th April 1694.
106) Here lies William LITTLE son to Andrau LITTLE in Moat who died 24th February 1707 aged 22.
107) Tablestone: In memory of Andrew LITTLE of Crofthead who died 9th December 1734 aged 57. And Hannah, wife of Christopher LITTLE who died 25th March 1741 aged 28. And Christopher LITTLE late of Lairdstown who died 21st September 1781 aged 71. And Thomas LITTLE who died at Whitesyke 29th May 1840 aged 80. And Mary his wife who died 26th October 1836 aged 63. And Richard their son who died 11th September 1852 aged 45. Post 1855 inscriptions.
108) In memory of David LITTLE who died at St John, New Brunswick NA who died 29th January 1841 aged 59. And Margaret his wife who died at Shadwell-Crook 29th September 1870 aged 88. And George their son who died 12th August 1832 aged 19. And David their son who died 27th December 1844 aged 24. And Christopher their son who died 4th February 1846 aged 38.
Note: from the Carlisle Patriot January 10th 1845 At Shadwell Crook in the parish of Kirkandrews on Esk on the 31st ult, Mr David Little, linen and woollen draper, of Blackburn, aged 24 years - he came into his native county a few weeks since for the benefit of his health
110) To the memory of Anthony LITTLE son to William LITTLE in Townhead who died 27th April 1771 aged 8. And Mary his wife who died at Dykeside 24th December 1786 aged 52. And John his son who died at Jamaica 15th November 1793 aged - 2. And above William LITTLE who died 19th February 1802 (12?) aged 86.
126) In memory of John LITTLE who died at Scotchdyke 15th May 1850 aged 84. Ann wife of John LITTLE of Millees who died at Beck 24th July 1806 aged 33.
Note: from the Carlisle Patriot May 25th 1850 At Scotchdyke on the 15th inst, Mr John Little, aged 64, for many years a carrier between Carlisle and Longtown.
127) In memory of Thomas LITTLE late farmer of Millees who died 3rd March 1808 aged 77. And Mary his wife who died 11th August 1812 aged 77. And Thomas his son who died in infancy.
128) In memory of Thomas LITTLE who died at Heatheryknow 30th December 1852 aged 80. And Margaret his wife who died at Heatheryknow 21st June 1853 aged 73. And Mary daughter of Thomas LITTLE of Cleughfoot who died 10th April 1812 aged 5. And Mary their daughter who died at Heatheryknow 28th December 1839 aged 26. And William their son who died 11th December 1851 aged 30. Post 1855 inscriptions.
162) In memory of George WILSON of Longtown who died 1st March 1846 aged 64. And Elizabeth his daughter, wife of Reginald LITTLE, who died at Henrystown 24th December 1848 aged 25. And above Reginald LITTLE who died at Rodds-school 2nd September 1851 aged 35. And Eleanor WILSON wife of above George WILSON who died at Longtown 12th July 1858 aged 75.
190) In memory of John son of Robert and Ann LITTLE who died at Bruntonshill 9th May 1846 aged 2. And Mary their daughter who died 13th May 1846 aged 5. And Maryann their daughter who died 19th January 1849 aged 2.
191) In memory of John LITTLE who died 17th March 1830 aged 100. And Jane his wife who died at Browhead 21st October 1827 aged 96. And Richard their son who died at Browhead 24th July 1824 aged 59.
227) In memory of Janet BIRREL, wife of Thomas TURNER of Braehead who died 13th October 1766 aged 33. And Jane their daughter who died 5th October 1766 aged 4. And Janet LITTLE his wife who died 24th June 1790 aged 68.
In memory of David LITTLE who died at Glenzier Bank June 15th 1893 aged 78 years. Also Jessie GRAHAM wife of the above who died at ---town, Stanwix on the 24th February 1901 aged 80.
230) In memory of Richard LIVINGSTON who died at Dykeside 14th May 1803 aged 21.
231) In memory of George LIVINGSTONE of Scotchdyke who died 8th April 1804 aged 46. And William his son who died 18th May 1804 in infancy. And Jane his wife who died 13th February 1810 aged 40. And Mary their daughter who died Priorhill, Canonbie, 1st March 1816 aged 17.
243) Richard LIVINGSTONE late farmer in Redcleugh, who died 3rd October 1813. And Thomas his son who died 1801 aged 13. And Mary, wife of Richard LIVINGSTONE who died 14th August 1828 aged 80. And Fanny their daughter who died 8th October 1824 aged 55.
(reverse): In memory of Richard LIVINGSTONE who died at Longtown 10th May 1846 aged 66. And William his son who died 3rd January 1818 aged 18. And Ann his daughter who died 27th May 1850 aged 22. And Agness his wife who died 25th October 1867 aged 88.
244) In memory of John LIVINGSTON who died at Browhead 3rd May 1850 aged 77. And Elizabeth his wife who died at Peth 28th September 1851 aged 78. And his daughter Mary [...] And a 2nd Mary who died 28th October 1820. And Elizabeth their daughter who died 2nd November 1806 aged 4 months. And John their son who died 18th March 1818 aged 10. And Jane their daughter who died 4th April 1825 aged 13. And Richard their son who died 5th August 1820 aged 20.
George LIVINGSTON of Longtown who died September 25th 1861 aged 78 years. Also of Ann his wife who died May 26th 1861 aged 75 years.
37) Erected to the memory of John LOCKHART of Bogheads who died 3rd June 1841 aged 83. And Jane his wife who died 24th October [...] aged 58. And Robert son of the above who died at Carlisle 25th December 1876 aged 77. And Isabella wife of Robert who died at Bogheads 6th February 1855 aged 52. Post 1855 inscriptions.
