Tullibody Churchyard dates back to the 12th Century, and the remains of the church date back to the 16th Century. The site is adjacent to relatively modern social housing, which is an interesting juxtaposition. Looking westward, Abbey Craig and the Wallace Monument are on the horizon. The new cemetery sits adjacent to the original siteContinue reading “Remembering Peter Curran”
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Remembering Maggie Dickie
Located on an east-facing hillside on the southern edge of the town, Inverkeithing Cemetery has a dramatic setting. The cemetery overlooks the Firth of Forth towards Edinburgh. Looking south, the towering pillars of the Queensferry Crossing loom on the horizon. The regular Edinburgh-bound trains heading to and from the Forth Bridge break the silence, asContinue reading “Remembering Maggie Dickie”
Remembering Ian Greenlees Herdman
A plaque commemorating Ian Greenless Herdman is on the north perimeter wall of Edinburgh’s Dean Cemetery. Ian died the week before Christmas, on December 16, aged seventeen, at 1 Belford Park, Edinburgh, after a seventeen-day battle with influenza and pneumonia. Ian Greenless Herdman was born on June 21 1901, at 28 Murrayfield Avenue, Edinburgh. HeContinue reading “Remembering Ian Greenlees Herdman”
Remembering Katherine Lettice Curteis
The Dean Cemetery in West Edinburgh is impressive. Academics, clergy, financiers, politicians, physicians and other elites from the city’s past rest within its walls, their graves marked by grand headstones. The resting place of Katherine Lettice Curtis (nee Foster) is marked by a modest yet dignified Roman cross headstone. It is in good condition. SheContinue reading “Remembering Katherine Lettice Curteis”
Remembering James Baxter
Kilmacolm is a charming town located in the Gryffe Valley. Although it’s only a short distance from Port Glasgow and Greenock, which are situated along the south banks of the Clyde Estuary, Kilmacolm feels like a world away. The town’s cemetery is located on the northern outskirts and offers a beautiful view of the area.Continue reading “Remembering James Baxter”
Remembering Eusthia Napier (nee Morrison)
Eusthia Napier (nee Morrison) rests at the western edge of Dysart Cemetery. The headstone is in good condition, and her details are clear and legible. She succumbed to influenza and pneumonia on October 22nd at home at 12 Doctor’s Row, Gallatown, aged twenty-five (October 25th, according to her headstone). Eusthia Morrison was born in DunfermlineContinue reading “Remembering Eusthia Napier (nee Morrison)”
Remembering Mary MacDonald
Today, demolition of the Crieff Hotel commenced. Formerly known as ‘The Star Hotel,’ the East High Street establishment served the residents of Crieff and Strathearn for generations, hosting weddings, christenings, significant birthdays, and funeral teas. The public bar was the ‘local’ for numerous Crieff punters. The hotel was also the home of Mary MacDonald (neeContinue reading “Remembering Mary MacDonald”
Remembering Andrew Aitken
Andrew Aitken rests in a familial lair in Larbert Cemetery. He died from influenza and pneumonia on February 26th, 1919, at 6 Steps Street, Stenhousemuir, at the age of eighteen. Andrew was born on January 22nd 1901, at Carron Hall Row, Larbert, the first child and only son of John, a coal miner, and JeanieContinue reading “Remembering Andrew Aitken”
Remembering Bessie Coltman
Sunnyside Cemetery in Sauchie is spread across a hillside with eastward-facing views. The silhouette of Clackmannan Tower is visible on the horizon. The remains of QAIMNS Nursing Sister Bessie Coltman rest in the cemetery. Her grave is marked with a Commonwealth War Grave headstone. She succumbed to influenza and pneumonia at Woodilee Asylum, Lenzie, EastContinue reading “Remembering Bessie Coltman”
Remembering John Waddell Bruce
Stathmingo is a charming small village located along the A91, between Milnathort and Auchtermuchty. The Old Cemetery and Parish Church, which date back to the 18th century, are notable features of the area. The cemetery is home to several distinguished memorials and offers beautiful views of the Lomond Hills. The remains of eight-year-old John WaddellContinue reading “Remembering John Waddell Bruce”
Broken Columns 