Inscription
(Back of stone)
S. M. W.
This estimable Lady
In all the relations of life
as
Daughter, Wife and Mother
was
Most exemplary and devoted.
As
A companion and friend
she was
The light of the social circle
and
An ornament of her sex.
In her well cultivated mind, benevolent
heart and cheerful temper, she diffused hap
iness around her. To the poor and needy
she was always the friend and comforter.
Connected by birth and marriage with the
____ing families of the American Revolution
her mind was a storehouse of useful and inter
esting reminiscences. To her children and grand
children she was a daily smile and blessing
Pure in heart the great purpose of her life was
to do good and she died beloved and honored by
friends in _____________ Our Country.
She sleeps not hopeless in the tomb
But lives in heaven's unfailing bloom
Her virtues here have left a light
Which soothe and cheer bereavement's night.
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