Inscription
In Memory of Matthew Bridge, Esq.
Oldest son of Deacon John Bridge
came over with him from England in 1631.
He resided with his father in this city in 1632.
A member of the artillery company in 1643.
Admitted freeman in 1645.
Removed to Lexington and a large landholder in 1666.
He subscribed for the erection of the
First Church in 1692
and paid the largest parish tax
at its organization in 1693.
At the ordination of Rev John Hancock in 1698,
as a mark of distinction and respect
for his advanced age.
He was seated at the table in the meeting house
by others of the Parish.
He was a prominent citizen
having served the town in many important
public stations, with honor and fidelity.
a man who feared God and loved his fellow men.
He died at Lexington, April 28, 1700.
In 1643 He married Anna, daughter of
Nicholas and Elizabeth Danfort.
A woman of most exemplary virtue and piety
She died December 2, 1704 aged 84 years.
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