Athlumney, Navan

OLD ATHLUMNEY CHURCHYARD, NAVAN CO. MEATH

HEADSTONES AND INSCRIPTIONS

Old Athlumney Graveyard Committee

Vincent Mulvany      2002

Further information on some of the entries below together with a Cemetery map corresponding with the given numbers is contained in the original document available in the County Library in Navan. 

1)  MULLEN – In memory of Peets Mullen & Kit Mullen  R.I.P.

2)  LEE – Pat. Lee. Navan

3)  SHERLOCK – Sherlock (Banjo)  Decorated wrought iron cross behind old stone

mark near base of Holly Tree, South West Corner of graveyard.

4)  BRADY –  I H S.  Sacred to the memory of Joseph Brady, Bridge St.  Who died 28 Oct. 1966.  His wife Mary Died 5. April 1974.  And their son Thomas Joseph aged 6 months.  R.I.P.

5)  BRADY – Separate Headstone and Kerbs Brady Family.

6)  MET – Erected by Margret Met in memory of her beloved Husband John Met who died May – 1880 aged 72   R.I.P.

7)  LUMLEY – In Memory of William. A. G. Lumley the beloved child of William Henry and Kate Lumley. Born Nov^R14^TH 1878. Died Nov^R 29^th 1878.

8)  WOLFE, CREIGHTON – Erected by Pat^k  Wolfe.  In memory of his Beloved Father John Wolfe, who died in the year 1843 aged 45 years.  Peter Creighton died 27. Aug 1933.  Kate Creighton died 18. June 1957  R.I.P.   Pettigrue Navan

Inscription’s added on July 2003 Elisabeth Smith, died 12^th May 1941, aged 56 yrs.  Daughter of Margaret Smith who died 17^th Aug. 1946, aged 59 years.  And her husband Thomas Smith died 2^nd Feb 1949, aged 71 yrs.

9)  ……… – Decorated wrought iron Cross.

10) ……… – Decorated wrought iron Cross.

11  ROBINSON – Erected by Mrs. Maria Robinson in memory of her beloved Husband Mr. John Robinson.  Who died 14^th Decr. 1870. aged 42 years.  Of your charity pray for the repose of his soul.

12)  LAUGHRAN – Erected in memory of Ellen Laughran died 17^th Feb. 1946.  Mary Coogan Died 16^th April 1969.  Aged 16½ Yrs.  Patrick Laughran died 24^th March 1976

R.I.P.

13)  CLARKE – IHS Erected in memory of Kate Clarke.  Who died 14^th Feb. 1919 aged 43 years.  Also her husband Thomas Clarke, died. 11^th. June 1941 aged 76 years.  And his brother James who died 5^th Jan. 1941  Their son Joseph Clarke who died 3^rd Nov. 1976 aged 72 Yrs.  R.I.P.  See No. 53. 

14)  ………. – ——— Also his Daugh­­­­­­­­­­­­­­—-  Maggie who died the 26^th April 1880 aged 10 years  Also his father died Decr 22th 1889 aged 60 years.  R.I.P.

Top half of headstone broken and missing leaving only the lower half with its inscription.

15)  ……. – Large double plot, surrounded by concrete kerbing with iron cross.

16)  DONEGAN – IHS —at this stone lies Intered the remains of James Donegan late of Navan who departed this life the 18^th Febry 1796 aged 84 years.

17)  PENTLAND – Here lieth the body of Thomas Pentlan^d who departed this life May the 11^th. 1772 age^d 56 years also two of hi^s sons lord have mercy on their souls.  This Stone was erec^td by Stephen Pentland in memory of his mot^hr Christian Pentland alia^s Rice who departed thi^s life June the 21^st. 1780 age^d 50 years.  See No 18 “PENTONY”

18)  PENTONY – Erected by Thomas Pentony Commons Navan.  In memory of his father Patrick.  And his Unkle Stephen Pentony.  Also his brother Charles who died 10^th Oct 1983.  Also his brother John died 28^th March 1939 R.I.P.  See No 17 “PENTLAND” and See No – 74

19)  CASEY – Glory In Excelsis Deo  IHS.  Erected by Geoarge and James Casey In memory of their Father William Casey who departed this life July 1849 age^d 62 years.  Also his son John Casey who departed this life the first day Dece 1847 aged 30 years.

20)  MANNON – Erected by Thomas Mannon in memory of his father James Mannon who died in Sept 10 1778 aged 96 y^rs.  Also his Mother Judith Connoly who died March 1^st. 1750 aged 50 y^rs.  Also his Son Thomas Mannon died Febr^y 1785.  Aged 21 years.

The above James Mannon who died in Sept 1778 aged 96 years is the oldest recorded age in Old Athlumney Graveyard.

The second is John Rice of Same age 96 years who died Dec1899, outside, east end wall of the church  No 174

21)  BRENNAN – —– ory of ———– n, —— 1961 Aged 70 years. —————

Their Son Michael died 1^st July 1993.  Eileen Brennan died 13^th April 2000 aged 70 years.  RIP  See No 22

22)  KANE – ACH DIEN  The Leinster 114 Private P.Kane Leinster Regiment 3^rd March 1919

This headstone is now part of the Brennan family Grave.  See No- 21- 74

23)  MOYLES – In Memory of Maggie Moyles.  R.I.P.  See Nos 29, 169

24)  KENNAN – Here – – –  of  –^D Kennan – -ha – -r-ed May – – – – d – y^rs also of y^e  1769 aged 60 years  Also his so- –Kennan who departed this life y^e 1767 aged 37 y^rs    

The bulk of this large headstone’s inscription is eroded and un- decipherable.

25)  Square piece of stone marking the head of a grave.

26)  KAVANAGH – Erected by Bridget Kavanagh of Navan in memory of her husband Patrick Kavanagh Died Feb^y 14^th 1889 aged 50 years. R.I.P

27)  HAMEL – Here lieth the body of Patric^k Hamel who departed this life May the 4^th 1764 aged 66 years alfo his wife Ch-iftian Hamel who depr May the 2^nd 1775 aged 60 yrs

See No-17, Spelling of CHRISTIAN Alfo and Ch-iftian May be Phonetical spelling.

28)  MOORE – My Jesus Mercy.  In Loving memory of Bernard Moore ‘11 St Fenians Terrace Navan’ died Sept. 23^RD. 1948 aged 66 Years.  Erected By his friends in Navan and District R.I.P. Moore J. Dennett Ardbracken.

In Loving Memory Of Joseph Moore Harristown, Navan died 15^th Dec. 1943. And his Wife Bridget died 27^th March 1976. R.I.P. Erected by Their Loving Family.

The Headstone Erected To Bernard Moore By His Friends In Navan And District Branch Of The Fine Gael Party.  See Nos 61,64.

29)  MOYLES – In Loving Memory Of Mrs. Mary Moyles Liscartin died 18^th Jan 1984 aged 54 Yrs.  Her Daughter Mrs. Tady McGrane died 29^th Jan 1977.  Daughters Dillis and Nancy R.I.P.  In Loving Memory of Jinny Donovan Died 20^th July 2001 Eldest Daughter Of Mary Moyles R.I.P.  See Nos 23, 169

30)  REILLY – In Loving Memory Matthew Reilly and Family R.I.P.  Decorated wrought iron cross with crucifix at centre and cut stone base.

31)  MC CLUSKY – IHS Erected By Thomas Mc Clusky in memory Of his beloved Mother Ellen McClusky died. 29^th. May 1899 aged 82 Years also my Father Hugh McClusky died June 21^st. 1904 Aged 69 Years R.I.P. L.F. Harrison 19 Gt Brunswick St.

32)  MURRAY – In Loving Memory of Mary Murray and their son Richard Murry.

33)  CAHILL – Sacred Heart Of Jesus have mercy on the soul of Mrs Mary Cahill died 11^th. Aug 1960 age 69 Yrs.  Michael Cahill died 26^th. Oct 1961 aged 73 years.  Also their son Michael died 4^th. Jan 1978 aged 61 Years.  R.I.P  See No 56

34) CRONIN – In loving memory of John Cronin 20 Connolly Ave. Died 5^th July 1985 R.I.P.  Erected By Ann.

35)  – Half rounded piece of cut stone used to mark grave.

36)  – Large piece of concrete with a broken iron cross.

37) COADY – Erected By Julia Coady In memory of her husband Thomas Coady died 7^th April 1900, aged 76.  Also her two children who died young.  Also Julia Coady died 2^nd June 1911.  Thomas Corry Drogheda died 16^th June 1916.  His wife Margaret died 21 May 1947.  Their son John died 27^th May 1954.  Their daughter Gertrude died 2^nd March 1978.  Ag Criost An Siol, Ag Criost An Fogmar: 1 N-Loclainn De Go Dcugcar Sinn.

Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on the soul of Thomas Corry Drogheda who died 11^th. April 1937.  And his sister Josephine Corry who died 1^st. May 1937.  R.I.P.

Statue to the Blessed Virgin, enclosed in a round niche near the South-West side of St James Church.  Erected in memory of the Corry Family 1957.

38)  KIERNAN – Erected By Bridget Kiernan Navan, In Loving Memory of her father Andrew Kiernan. died 1910.  Also his wife Catherine. and his mother Mary. Also his children Patrick Andrew and Mary. R.I.P.

39) GERRARD – Erected By William Gerrard Navan in memory of his brother John Gerrard who died 24^th. Feb. 1897.  Also his mother Catherine Gerrard who died 6^th. Aug. 1897.  Also his son Thomas Gerrard who died 21^st. Apr. 1898.  R.I.P.

40)  KEEFE – Large concrete cross Keefe (Medals & Mhoda) St Patricks Terrace, Michael – Electors List 1936-37 See No 41.

41)  KEEFE – Large Concrete Cross Keefe (Medals & Mhoda) St Patricks Terrace Navan, Michael – Electors List 1936-37See No 40.

42)  BRENNAN – Large wooden cross with “Brennan” written on it.  See Nos -21-22.

43)  CAHILL – ..ed Feb.  Also Patrick Cahill died June 1874.  Also Denis died June 18^th 1883 Jane Cahill died June 24^th 1883 Elizabeth Cahill died Aug 18^th 1885 Thos Cahill died Octr 14^th 1886 Catherine died Novr 1^st 1887.  Also Margaret Feby 22^nd 1888.  The top of this headstone is broken and missing.

44)  MC GUINNESS – IHS Erected by John McGuinness in memory of his mother Bridget  Mc Guinness who departed this life 12^th April 1826 aged 46 years. Also his father Thos Mc Guinness who depd this life 16^th May 1829 aged 65 yrs also his brothers & sisters.

45)  COMISKEY – In loving memory of Catherine Comisky died 23 June 1936, her husband Edward died 13. Jan. 1949.  Their son John (Jack) died 30 April 1976. R.I.P.

46)  MC EVOY – IHS.  Erected By Lawrence Mc Evoy of Navan in memory of his beloved wife Alice McEvoy alias Doyle and their two infant children.   She departed this life the 4^th day of August 1801 aged 38 years.  Grant her Lord eternal rest and let perpetual light shine unto her.  May she rest in peace.  Amen.

47)  CARPENTER – I.H.S  Erected by James Carpenter of Navan in memory of his father James Carpenter who died on the 25^th of Novr 1857 aged 68 years.  Also the above James Carpenter died May 12^th 1887 aged 56 years.  Also Margaret Carpenter wife of the above James who died January 17^th 1888 aged 40 Years.  Requiescant In Pace.

48) FITZSIMONS – Mary Fitzsimons R.I.P. 29 June 1917

49)  MAGUIRE – In loving memory of Kathleen Maguire (Nee Connor) 177 Kilcarn Court, Navan died 18^th April 2001 aged 76 years.  Nicky Connor died 19^th August 2002 Rest in Peace.  See No – 54

50)  CAHILL – Cahill kerbed in plot with stone cross.

51)  MASTERSON – In loving memory of Mrs Mary Masterson 58 Emmet Tce died 24^th April 1958.  Also her daughter Mary and great grandson John R.I.P.  Erected by her grandson.  See No 170

52)  MC GINN – In loving memory of Elizabeth McGinn and her husband Thomas McGinn and their grandson David Martin McGinn R.I.P.

53)  CLARKE – Erected By Lawrence Clarke Of Navan in memory of his beloved daughter Mary Jane who died 8^th March 1869.  Aged 2 years & 10 months.

See No – 13.  Head stone cleaned of emulsion April 2003

54)  CONNOR – In loving memory of Bridged Connor Emmet Tce, Navan died 3^rd May 1944.  Also her husband John died 28^th Dec 1961.  Also their grandchildren.  Also daughter in law Katleen Connor died 8^th Feb 2000 aged 80 yrs.  Also baby Taylor Caroline died 4^th March 2002  R.I.P.  See No- 49

55)  DOOLEY – IHS Pat Dooley died 10 May 1847.

(56) CAHILL – In memory of James Cahill died 8^th July 1936.  Mrs Annie Cahill, died 24^th. Feb 1948.  Her husband Thomas died 3^rd Sept 1950.  Elizabeth Cahill died 16^th. March 1964.  Her daughter Margaret died 27^th Sept. 1970.  John Cahill. died 21^st May 1983.  Joseph Cahill. died 28^th. Feb 1985 also Andrew (Sonny) Cahill, died 28^th. Dec 1993 R.I.P.

(Open Book Shape)  In loving memory of John Cahill Died 21^st May 1983 aged 74 years.  R.I.P.  In loving memory of Mrs Bridget Ratty 18 Parnell Park, died 21^st April 1959.  R.I.P.  See No 33

57)  BOYLAN – In loving memory of Andrew Boylan died. March 1908.  Andrew J. Boylan died July 1912.  Joseph Boylan killed In France Oct. 1917.  Ellen Fitzsimons.  died March 1923.  Anne Boylan Died March 1933.  Richard Boylan died Dec. 1965.  Mrs Kathleen Boylan died July 1970.  John Boylan died Oct. 1988 R.I.P. Christy Boylan died 30^th May 1989.

58)  Kerbed in gravel with small concrete cross.

59)  MOCKLER – In loving memory of Thomas Mockler died 18^th Jan. 1908.  Also his wife Kate died 27^th Oct. 1940.  And their daughters Kathlean died 13^th Jan.1961.  Margaret died 21^st May 1984.R.I.P.

60)  FLANAGAN – In loving memory of Patrick Flanagan Academy St. died 24^th April 1911.  His wife Mary died 22^nd Dec. 1943.  Their son Hugh died 22^nd Dec 1945 and their daughter Catherine died 21^st June 1950.  Also granddaughter Kathleen Margaret Fitzsimons and Christopher Flanagan  James Flanagan Killed in action 1^st July 1916 Battle of the Somme.  R.I.P.   

(61) MOORE – Kate Moore died 1939 kerbed in plot with two wrought iron crosses.  See Nos 28-64

(62) MAGEE – In memory of Edward Magee died 12^th Oct 1928. His wife Elizabeth died 4^th Nov. 1903.  Their son Philip died 7^th Nov 1932.  Also Mary Magee died 10^th May 1948 and Hugh Magee died 27^th May 1955.  R.I.P.

63)  BRADY – In memory of William Brady  died 29^th June 1975.  R.I.P.

64)  MOORE – In loving memory of Anna Moore, 15 Parnell Park, Navan , died 16^th June 1985 aged 76 years.  Her husband Thomas ( Tommy) died 17^th Oct.. 1990 aged 82 years.  Also Thomas Moore snr. died March 1932. And her son Matthew died March 1962.  Forever in our hearts.  R.I.P.  MOORE.  See Nos 28-61

65)  COONEY – In loving memory of Thomas Cooney died May 1897,  Mary Cooney died April 10^th. 1967.  Margaret Cooney died March 2^nd 1972.  R.I.P.

66)  FINNEY – In loving memory of John Finney, 26 Connolly Ave, Navan died Sept. 1942 aged 44 yrs.  His wife Mary Finney died 7th July 1967 aged 69 yrs.  Also their beloved son John died 11 Aug, 2001, aged 67 yrs. Rest in Peace.   Finney.

67)  FARRELY – Large plot with kerbs, wrought iron cross.

68)  PERCIVALL – Here lieth interred Mary Percivall alias Pomfry born in Lanark City, Scotland, died ye 16^th ; of July 1752 aged 60 years.  Lived in Amity 33 years with her husband Thomas Percivall Born in Longford Town Ireland , who laid this token of her true merit.  He died the 3^rd day of May 1763 aged 71 years.   33 yrs. Surveyor of Excise.  Rests in The Merits of Christ  .

69)  FITZGERALD – I H S.  This stone was erected by James Fitzgerald in memory of his wife Mary Fitzgerald who departed this life Sept^r: the 8^th 1783 age^d 44 years.  Also his son William Fitzgerald.

70)  CORMICK – I.H.S.  Here lieth the body of Tho^s  Cormick who departed this life in the year 1727 aged 50 years . And his wife Elin Hughs who departed this life in the year 1776 and in the 65^th year of her age.  This stone and buriel place belongeth to Hugh Cormick And his family.  See No 71-72 Table Tomb, Mc Cormick

This Headstone is the Oldest Existing Inscription – that of THOMAS CORMICK 1727 in Old Athlumney graveyard

71)  MC CORMICK – Large headstone, Inscription completely Erased.

It is more than likely that this headstone belonged to the McCormick Family from Simonstown as the Headstone on one side, and table tomb on the other (No – 70 72) are.

72)  M^cCORMIC^K  – Here lieth the remains of ——– M^c Cormic^k of Simonstown dep this life —  — 1800 aged 63 y^rs  Also the body of the REV^D ——- M^cCormic^k  aged 45 y^rs   The body of Thomas M^cCormic^k Aged 5—  The body of Georg M^cCormic^k  aged 31 y^RS  Here —— body of  Nich^s M^c Cormic^k —— aged -0 years. And here also lieth the Mortal Remains  The —–Patrick M^cCormic^k of Simonstown who departed this life on the -0 of —-  —- aged — —. Erected by Patrick M^C Cormic^k May their souls Rest in Peace Amen.  See Nos- 70- 71)

Associated for the Preservation of the Memorials of the Dead, Ireland, 1910 Vol,VIII No. 2. Lord  Walter Fitzgerald.

“The following inscription is now faint; it is cut on a table tomb, also on the south side”:-

M^c Cormic^k – Here lieth the Remains of Iames M^c Cormi^ck of Simonsftown, dep^d this life on the 17 (?) of Nov² 1800 aged 63. Also the Body of the Rev^d Edward M^c Cormic^k aged 45 y^rs; the Body of Thomas M^c Comic^k aged 54 y^rs; the Body of George M^c Cormic^k aged 31 y^rs. here alfo lieth the Body of Nich Mc Cormick, their father , aged 80 years And here also lieth the Mortal remains of the late M^r Patrick M^c Cormic^k of Simonstown who departed this life on the 20^th of June aged 50 (?) years. May their Souls rest in peace Amen

This “inscription is now faint “ comment’s Lord Walter Fitzgerald  in 1910, and has eroded more over the years as this recent recording made in March 2001 shows The second last line, “Erected by Patrick M^c Cormick” has either been omitted or added on since 1910.

No-73  BRADY – Charles Eugene Brady youngest son of James Brady and  Jane his wife, who departed this life on the 22 of February 1855 in the 21 year of his age.

Also James Charles Brady Barrister at law his eldest brother born 7^th September 1797 at Carrickmacross in the County of Monaghan died on the 5^th October 1831 also James Brady their father who departed this life on the 18^th September 1838 in the 73^rd  year of his age.  Also their sister in law Anne Brady who departed this life on the 21^st of January 1837 in the 29^th year of her age.  Also their mother Jane Brady who departed this life on the 18^th of October 1846 in the 70^th year of her age.  Also their brother Edward Brady who departed this life on the 25^th of September 1848 in the 43^rd year of his age. Requiscant in Pace Amen  See No-63

74)  BRENNAN- IHS. Erected by Tho^s Brennan of Rathnally in memory of his son Tho^s Brennan who dep^d  this life June the 11^th 1832 aged 22 y^rs. Also Cha^s Brennans wife Mary Brenⁿ alias Pentony who dep^d this life March the 17^th 1838 aged 21 years. Also in memory of the above Tho^s Brennan and his wife Bridget Brennan who died in 1856 aged 84 years. Also his son Charles Brennan who died on the 10^th of October 1875 aged 71 years.  See No-18

75)  CHEVERS, GOFF – This large unlettered slab known as the Chevers-Goff, lies inside the Church ruins and is the oldest recorded inscription (1692) in the graveyard made by Issac Butler on his “ Journey to Lough Derg”, about 1740.  Not a single word of it can be seen now.  See copy R.S.A.I Part I Vol II April 1892.

76)  LAWLOR – Erected by Michael Lawlor in memory of his beloved wife Jane Lawlor, who died Ist May 1882, aged 52 years.  Also his sons Richard Lawlor, who died 13^th April 1881, aged 19 years. And William Lawlor, who died 7^th Sept^r 1884, aged 24 years.  Also the above Michael Lawlor,died 10^th Oct. 1907 aged 78 years. R.I.P.

77)  FARRELL- In memory of Bridget Farrell, Emmett Tec. Also Walter Farrell. R.I.P.

78)  KIERNAN, CREGAN – Erected by John Kiernan of Navan in memory of his beloved mother Anne Kiernan who died in 1842 aged 72 years. And his sister Bridget Kiernan who died in July 1862 aged 54 years. Also his brother James who died 22^nd of Dec^r 186? aged 56 years.

Patrick Cregan died June 6^th. 1920 aged 51. Hughie Cregan died 16^th. June 1926 aged 16.  Michael Cregan died Sept 11^th. 1952.  Bridget Cregan died Mar 19^th. 1942.  Mrs Margaret Cregan died Aug 8^th 1950  Requescant in Peace Amen.

In loving memory of Margaret Cregan 16 Emmet Tce, Navan died 23^rd Feb 1985 aged 90 years.  Her brother Joseph died 13^th Aug 1986 aged 67 years. Also James Cregan died 23^rd Dec.1992 aged 95 yrs .R.I.P.

79)  DONEGAN – In memory of John Donegan17th Mar^H 1848 dept this life at the aqge of 48 years.  Also his wife Anne Donegan who died 17^th February 1878 age 62 years.  Also his son John Donegan who died 7^th April 1902 aged 60 years.  Also his daughter Anne Donegan who died 8^th Oct 1906 aged 62 years.  May their Souls rest in Peace.

80)  DOWNY – Here lieth the body of Judith Downy decea,d May 14. 1767  See No-81

81)  DOWNEY – Here lieth the remains of W^m  Downey’s Parents. Friends.   May they and all the Souls of the faithful Dep^d Rest in peace Amen.  Here also are intered the remains of William Downey who Dep^d this life on the 20^th March 1849 aged 64 years. And also his wife Catherine Downey who Dep^d  this life on the 15^th  of March 1870 aged 74 years.   R.I.P.  See No-80)

82)  DOWD – To the memory of our dear relative M^rs Catherine Dowd who died 16^th Dec^r 1796 aged 72 years.  This Stone is Erected By W^M –Morjorett Granger.

Requiescant in Pace. This headstone has been re-erected after been broken by a large crack.

83)  This large headstone has no legible inscription top half has been re-erected due to large crack in stone.

84)  LEDWIDGE – In loving memory of Lawrence Ledwidge who died January : 1884, .Also his son James, who died young Also William Curran who died 13 March : 1894. Also his beloved wife Julia Ledwidge who died 23 Mar : 1907 Also Margaret Ledwidge died 13^th July 1921

85)  REDMOND – IHS.  Erected by Elizabeth Redmond in loving memory of her son Andrew Redmond died 25^th. Aug. 1890 aged 25 years. Also his brother John died 15^th.Sep^th 1891 aged 29 years R.I.P

86)  SMITH – Erected by John Smith of Navan in fond memory of his father James Smith who died 10^th march 1903 aged 70 years.  Also his mother Mary who died 15^th April 1885, aged 45 years.  Also hios sister Mary who died 5^th Nov^r 1887, aged 25 years.  Also Patrick Smith, who died 14^th May 1896, aged 72 years.  Also James Smith (Flower Hill) died March 1919. And his wife Kate died April 1919.  R.I.P.  George Smith Flower Hill died 5^th Feb 2003

87)  MC KIERNAN – Erected by Michael and Maryanne McKiernan in memory of their Ancestors 1886

In loving memory of Mary Ann Boylan.   McKiernan family.  William Farrelly

I.H.S.  In loving memory of George and Elizabeth M^c Kiernan St Finians Tce, Navan

Mrs Boylan and Mrs Mitchell

88)  MULLE?(N), MC NALLY –  pray for the souls of Anne Mulle?(n)—, Father & Mother , Sisters & Brothers ,Friends & Relatives R.I.P.

MC NALLY- In loving memory Patrick McNally 1936. Thomas Murtagh  1941, Rose Ann Murtagh 1972 . Mary Woolhouse 1983, Thomas McNally Jan, 1994, Joseph (Joe) Reilly died 13^th Dec 2000,

(Open Book) – A loving husband father and grandfather. Each one thought the world of you. For us you always did your best God grant your soul eternal rest. Our hearts are full of memories with pride we speak your name though life goes on without you. It will never be the same Love Sheena, Tony and Sean                           

89)  COLLINS – Iron Cross with “Collins” name painted on.

90)  LEE – IHS This tomb was erected by Mrs Margaret Lee alias McKnna in memory

of her beloved Husband and son.  Here lyeth the remains of Mr John Lee Late of Navan Tanner who departed this life the 19^th day of August 1786 aged 66 years.  Also the remains of Mr James Lee his son who departed this life the 24^th of January 1784 aged 23 years.  May they rest in peace Amen.   Here lieth the remains of Margaret Lee alias McKenna who departed this life the 11 of September 1801 aged 68 years.

91)  LYNAGH – Christopher Lynagh died 18^th January 1933 aged 65 years.  Kevin Lynagh died 5^th March 1931 aged 11 days. Forever in my thoughts your Loving Daughter and Sister Elizabeth R. I . P .

92)  MC GRANE – In loving memory of Molly McGrane died 8^th June 1934.  Her husband Michael died 28^th Dec. 1975.  His Mother Mary McGrane died 7^th May 1949.  Also their daughter Peggy died 8^th, Jan 2000.  Rest in Peace.

93)  GRAHAM – In loving memory of Catherine Graham 29 Connolly Avenue, Navan died 23^rd Dec. 1957 aged 67 years.  Her Husband James died 21^st March 1942 aged 49 yrs.  Their daughter Nellie died 4^th Dec 1929 aged 17 yrs. Also his father in law Patrick Cregan died 11^th Nov. 1941 aged 70 years.  And his wife Ellen died 18^th April 1945 aged 78 years. Also their children and grandchildren.In loving memory of Winfred Crahan Vannart.  Resided in Western Australia 23^rd June 1933- 26^th June 1996 dearly cherished mother of Tony, Allan, Linda and Susan.  Blessed are those who know the Love of this Beautiful, Selfless Lady who touched all around her with a wealth of Love, Laughter and Wisdom.  What the heart once had and held it shall never lose.  A Mother’s Love lives forever “Simply the Best”.  Sleep Peacefully.

94)  LYNCH – IHS Erected by John Lynch in memory of his Mother Ann Lynch and his Bro.^TR  Thomas Lynch. ——- .

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95)  KENNY – IHS Erected by James Kenny in memory of his beloved wife Mary who depd this life on the 30^th of Nov 1867 aged 48 years.  Also the above James Kenny who died 6^th July 1877 aged 58 years.  Requiscant In Peace.

96)  MORAN – Iron Cross fixed into concrete base.  James and Margaret , Elector List Navan 1936-37

97)  Decorated wrought Iron Cross with inscription on piece of metal – painted over.

98)  KANGLEY – Pray for The Soul of Peter Kangley who departed this life 28^th February 1851.  And his wife Alice, who died 13^th March 1873 aged 69 years.  Also their children  Mary, who died 9^th July 1860 and James who died young.  Also their daughter Bridget.  The beloved and loving wife of Henry McNally who departed this life on 17^th of November 1890 aged 51 years.  

99)  TULLY – In Proud and loving memory of Margaret Tully died 20^th November   1960.  Her father Pat Duignan died 27^th May 1926 aged 58 yrs.  Her mother Bridget Cannon Row died 1919.  Also their sons Billy died 6^th May 1935 aged 37 yrs.  John died 14^th Oct 1943 aged 61 yrs.  Patrick (Packie) died 1^st Jan 1968.  Also Kate beloved wife of John died 21^st July 1945 aged 63 years.  On whose Soul Sweet Gesus have Mercy.  Erected by her Husband and Family R.I.P.

100)  BRENNAN – This stone was erected by Mary Brennan of Navan in memory of her husban^d John Brennan who depart^ed this life on the 10^th day of February 1806 aged 47 years also Edward his son who departed this life the 16^th day of March aged 14 years. May they Rest in Peace.

(Pained on piece of wood)

In Memory of Christopher Palles, Henry Palles also his wife Delia Palles also Patrick Pallis R.I.P.

101)   Wrought Iron Cross marking grave.

102)  DUNN – Here lieth the body of John Dunn who depart^d this February the 21^st 1777 aged 53 years.  Also his wife Elenor Dunn alias Byrne who died February the 20^th 1777 aged 57 years.

103)  Base of headstone.

104)  BYRNE – Erected to the memory of Marcella Byrne who departed his life on the 21^st of Dec^r 1857 aged 75 years.  And of her son Patrick Byrne who dep^d this life on the 3^rd of September 1860 aged 51 years.  Also Julia the beloved wife of Lawrence Byrne who dep^d this life on the -5^th of September 1872 A—D — –ars. Requisant in Peace.

A large crack across the middle of this table tomb has erased Julia Byrne’s date of death, and age.

105)  MALONE – Erected to the memory of John Malone who dep^d this life Oct^r 10 AD 1812 aged 66 years.  Erected by Mrs Lena Henneings. In loving memory of her father James Malone who died 22^nd Sept 1895 also her mother Mary who died 8^th Dec. 1914. R.I.P.  Erected in loving memory of John Malone, Railway St. Navan. who died 7^th. Dec 1956 aged 73 years “Our Lady of Lourdes Pray for him “ R.I.P.

106)  KEAPPOCK- In memory of James Keappock his son James his brother John

R.I.P.

       107)  MALONE- Plot directly in front of No-105.

108)  O’CALLAGHAN – Erected by Patrick O’ Callaghan, In loving memory of his beloved wife Marion, who died 5^th September 1911.  See Nos 98, 146.

109)  MAHON- Erected by Kathleen Mahon In loving memory of her father Patrick Mahon who died May 25^th 1923.  And her mother Mary Anne who died May 18^th 1930.  Also her sister Ann Connie Duignan who died Oct 23^rd 1921.  Also Patrick Mahon who died 7^th Dec. 1962 aged 83 years.  Also the above Kathleen (Daisy) Mahon died 24^th Oct. 1974 aged 80 years.  On whose souls sweet Gesus have mercy.  R.I.P.

110)  RICE- This stone was erected by James Rice in memory of his father John Rice who departed this life ye 1^ST day of –ebrihry 1783 aged 70 y^rs Also his mother Mary Rice alias Cox who departed this life  the 18 day of March –02 aged – years.See Nos  114,173, 174

111)  RATTY – In loving memory of John Ratty 19 Connolly Ave died 10^th March 1973 Also Jane Cox died 10^th May 1941 Jack Cox died 17^th March 1945 Margaret Kelly died 1959.  James Ratty died 11^th May 1980.  Teresa Fauckner died 5^th March 1989. R.I.P.  Erected by the Ratty Family. See Nos 150-6F.

112)  KELLY – John Kelly 1875-1931.  Mary Kelly 1911-1983.  Michael J. Kelly 1915-1996.  Sean Kelly 1924-1986.  Helen Kelly 1943-2 mts.  Erected by his loving wife Jane & family.

113)  HAUGHY – Here lieth the body of Nicholas Haughy of Proudstown who departed y^s life y ^e 8^th day of May 1739 aged 66.  Also his wife Ann Burne who depared March y^e 10^th  1754 AGED 60 years.  Requesant in Peace.  Moved to back wall, east end of St James Church.

114) RICE – Here lieth the Body of Mary Rice alias Morgan who depar. this life the 2^nd of Oct:^r in the ye.^r of our Lord 1772 aged 60 years.  See Nos -110, 173, 174.

115)  TAFFE – Gloria in Excelsis Deo IHS Here lies the remains of Nicholas Taffe who dep^d this life the 13^TH of Nov^r; 1820 aged 71 y^rs also of Michael Clarke who dep^d this life the 18th of Dec^r 1831 aged 38 years also his wife Jane Clarke alias Taffe, who departed this life on the 30^th of Dec^r; 1838 aged 39 years.  Also of Michael Taffe Inspector of Works Boyne Navigation who dep^d this life on the 27^th day of Dec^r; 1853 aged 70 years.  And of Michael Denning who dep^d: this life on the 25^th of August 1875 aged 59 years. R.I.P.

116)  METGE – In 1895 Joseph H. Moore (County Engineer) in his “Notes on the History of Navan” recorded the Latin inscription, translated into English by Fr. Tom. Hanahoe reads:- This monument was erected 30 May in the year of our lord 1803 Peter Metge of Athlumney family of Meath recently Baron of the Irish Exchequer for neighbours and kinsfolk exceptionally beloved as a sign of great affection.  See No 98.

117)  Map mentions a Rev Thom. Magieet as buried here.  No mention in any priest lists.

118)  BARKER – Erected by William Barker, in memory of his father and mother Thomas Barker, died Jan 31^st 1853 aged 61 years Mary Barker, died June 26^th 1812, aged 47 years, Also his brother Thomas Barker who died Nov 10^th 1832, aged 8 years.

119)  COLDRICK – IHS Edward Coldrick of Navan in memory of his beloved wife Marcella Coldrick who dep this life on the 5^th of April 1875 aged 47 years.  Also two of his children who died young.  Of his daughter Lizzie who died on the 1^st of April 1876 aged 21 years.  The above Edward Coldrick died on the 6^th of August 1870 aged 52 years.

120)  Hillard – IHS  Here lyeth the body of Elisabeth Hillard who died the 22^nd of June 1793 age^d 64 y^rs  Erected by Michael Hillard  Also the body of Michael Hillard who dep^d this life April the 4^th 1840 aged 77 years  Also his wife Anne Hillard who departed this life January the 1^st 1845 aged 68 y^rs  Requiescant in pace.  Amen.

IHS Erected by Nicholas Russell, of Navan In memory of his beloved Mary, daughter of Michael Hillard, who died 30^th March 1874, aged 81 years.

121)  Waters – In loving memory of John Waters.  Commons Navan.  Died 17^th July 1934 aged 75 years  R.I.P.

122)  Large grave, kerbed in, wrought Iron Cross with metal p— no  inscription.

123)  TIMMON – In the name of God Amen – This monument was erected by Mr John Timmon of Navan to the memory of his dearly belovid wife Frances who departed this life on the 26^th day of Febr^y AD 1822 in the 32^nd year of her age   As also in affectionate remembrance of his deceased parents and family.  Also his 2^nd son Tho^s; E: Timmon who died of the fever on the 3^rd June 1838 in his 26^th year.  Also the above named Mr John Timmon who died on the 21^st day of November 1861 in the 3^rd month of his 73^rd year.  And also of his son William Thimmon Esq^re who departed this life on the 9^th day of January 1872 in the 55^th year of his age;  Ethel Timmon aged 2 months died 6-5-1913.  Mrs Mgt Timmon aged 80 years died 7-1-18, Requiescant in Peace Amen.

124)  Murry – In memory of Murry family 1 & 14 St Patricks Tce Navan  R.I.P.  See No 125

125)  Murray – In loving memory of Mary Anne Murray died 2^nd Feb. 1921.  Samuel Murray died 15^th May 1924.  Samuel Murry died 18^th April 1929.  Matthew Murry died 19^th Dec 1941.  Annie Murray died 17^th June 1974.  John Murray died 4^th May 1975  R.I.P.

126)  KEIRNAN – IHS Erected by Richard Ke____ nan in memory of his daughter Marg^t. Murphy alias Keirnan died April 20^th 1797 aged 23 years.  Also Sally Keirnan alias McDanniel wife to Patrick Keirnan of Navan who die^d the 4^th. of  Feb^r. 1828 aged 54 yr.

127)  LALWAY – Mary A. Lalway died Mar. 17. 1902 aged 79 years.  From her loving daughter Kate.  This unusual headstone in the shape of a cross covered in tree bark with a winding root plant growing at base & was sculpted in America

128)  FOX – Here lieth the body of Mary Fox alias Ward who depart^d this life Feb^y. the 6 1750 aged 36 years  Also her husband Rob^t. Fox who depart^d July 20 1780 aged 58 years  Also Ann Fox alias Roon^ey died Sept^t. 5 1792 aged 42 years  Anne Fox 21.6.1922.  Kate Quinn 23.10.1938.  Patrick Fox 26.7.1956.  Margaret Fox 7.9.1982.  Nan Brennan 14.7.1988.  Patrick Fox died 6^th October 1996.  Michael Brennan died 11^th March 2002

129)  MC EVOY – Erected to the memory of James McEvoy Cannistown, who died 12. Oct 1901.  By his friend Major Collins.  His brother John McEvoy who died 29 Dec 1902.  Their mother Rose, who died 7 March 1904.  And their father Matthew, who died 12. March 1862.  See Nos – 130-131

130)  MC EVOY – IHS  This stone was erect^d. by Nicholas Mc Evoy for himself and his posterity  – Also in memory of Richard Mucaghon 1777.  See Nos – 129-131.

Last line of inscription buried under the ground “Mucaghon 1777” (See photos)

131  MC EVOY – I H S Erected by Reverend Nicholas McEvoy in memory of his sister Mary who departed this life of February —– aged -5 years and his father William who died the – of January aged – 4 years.  Of his – her who o —– of —- 1823 aged – 3  May they rest in peace Amen.  See Nos – 129-130.

132)  KELLY –  Pray for the soul of Samuel Kelly, (Trim) who died 5^th July 1941.  Also his parents and relatives.

133)  KEARNS – This stone was erected by James Kearns in memory of his wife Mary Kearns alias Wa___ who departed the 20^th of March 1813 aged -8 years.  This headstone is held together in two p___ by two pieces of iron drilled through the sto___ leaving parts of  the inscription unreadable.

134)  ROGERS – In loving memory of Mary Rogers died 21^st July 1974  Her husband Henery died 19^th Feb. 1956  Their son Patrick died 22^nd June 1998 aged 80 years R.I.P.

135)  CAROLAN – In loving of memory of Rose Carlan 21 Connally Ave. died 6^th Feb. 1953.  Also her sons Stephen died 6^th March 1960 and Andrew died 18^th Feb. 1984 Patrick died 7^th March 1987.  Michael died March 1981  John died March 1979  Their father John died March 1948  Elizabeth Carolan died 22^nd April 1994  R.I.P.   

136)  Meseremin mei miseremini  Mei saltem vos amici mei  May the Lord have mercy on the soul of Patrick Boyle who died on the 18^th of January 1876.  And on the soul of his beloved wife Rose who died on the 3^rd of April 1864.  See Nos 138, 175

137)  GRAHAM – In loving memory of James & Kate Graham  Patrick & John Graham  Richard & Jane Kerrigan  Their daughter Susan  Also baby Eileen Graham  R.I.P.

138)  Erected by Patrick Boyle in memory of his father^r and mother  Also his wife Eliza Beth Boyle alias Mullin who departed the 14 of June 1814 aged 40 yr.s  See Nos 136, 175

139)  Hand forged Iron Cross

140)  GAYNAN – Dr. James Joseph Gaynan, C.C. of Navan.  This monument was erectecd by the parishioners of Navan, in memory of the Very Rev. James Joseph Gaynan, D.D., graduate of Propaganda, missionary apostolic, prelate of Montelletta, and late assistant to the Right Rev. Dr. Plunkett, Roman Catholic Bishop of Meath.  The short term of two years completed the ministry of this young divine, which he supported with remarkable dignity and grace.  By his powerful eloquence and pathetic appeals he gained many a soul to Christ.  His entire time was occupied in discharging the sacred duties of his calling, and in administering the Bread of Life to the hungry.  He lived in the hearts of his parishioners, and died, universally lamented, the 31^st of August, in the year of our Lord 1826, and the 26^th year of his age. Requiescat in pace. 

141)  FITZPATRICK – Erected by Anne Fitzpatrick of Navan  In memory of her brother Hugh Fitzpatrick who died April 20^th 1891 aged 50 years  The above Anne Fitzpatrick who died 8^th March 1912 aged 70 years.

142)  MC DONNELL, O’HANGAN, GILLICK – In memory of Hugh Mc Donnell Elizabeth Mc Donnell Sep 1962 R.I.P.

In memory of our Beloved Parents Phyllis O’Hangan died Oct 1984 Joesph O Hangan Died 7 June 1979 R.I.P.

Keith Gillick 15-9- 1991.  Find the softest pillow Lord to rest his head upon, place a kiss upon his cheek and tell him who its from.

143)  FORDON – Erected by Sarah Murp^hy of Navan in memory of her Grandfather Cornelius Fordon who dep^d  this life the 20^th of March 1820 aged 76 yrs.  Also her beloved Mother Elizabeth Jame^s who dep^d  this life the 11^th of May 1834 aged 57 y^rs .

144)  DONNELLEY – I H S.  Erected by John Donnelley in memory of his Brother Patrick who died Sep^tr . the 16^th. 1812 aged 44 yr^s also six of  the Foresaid John^s infant Children

145)  MAGRATH – “Here lyeth ye body of ye Rev. Henry Magrath, Priest in ys parish, who departed ys life August ye 22, 1769, Aged 48.  Requiescat in pace.  This stone was erected by Laurence Griffin, of ye (erased) In memory of his said Rev. Brother-in-law.”

146  CURRY – IHS.  Erected By W^m Curry to perpetuate the memory of his beloved parents his father Charles Curry died March 20^th 1832 aged 47 years his Mother Mary Curry died April 17^th 1835 aged 52 yrs also his brother and sister Patrick and Judeth Curry.

147)  REILLY – Erected by Peter Reilly, Drogheda,  In memory of his Mother Mary. who died Dec 8^th 1880.  His Father Edward, who died Feb 25^th 1887, and his Sister Catherine, who died April 16^th 1895.  R.I.P.  See No148

148)  REILLY – Gloria in Excelsts Deo.  IHS.  Erected by James Reilly of Navan in memory of his Father Peter Reilly who died on the 21^st_; of March1834 aged 77 years.  And his Mother Catherine Reilly who died on the 9^th; of Dec^r_: 1857 aged 75 years  Also his aunt Judeth Bird who died  on the 10^TH, of  Dec^R; 1867 aged 85 years.  See No 147.

149)  TIGHE – Erected by Luke Tighe of Navan In memory of his Father James Tighe

(above painted on piece of metal).  Luke Tighe died February 1916 his wife Kate Tighe Died 8^TH – – – – 1916  Annie Brady Died Ist – – – – 1917 – – – FROM – – –  – – –  – – .  R.I.P.

150) – In Loving Memory of Ellen Brecknell late of 48 St Marys Park Died 29^TH Sept. 1963.  And her son James Died 12^th Dec 1942.  Also her Father James Coughran died 5^TH June 1932.  And her Husband James Died 20^th March 1982.  R.I.P. XXXXXXXX

151)  RATTY – In loving memory of Rose Ratty and son Paddy erected by Ratty Family Abbeylands Cresent Navan

In loving memory of Rose Ratty Parnell Park died 9^th Febuary 1945.  Her son Paddy died 27^th January 1980 her daughter Kathleen died 5^th Febuary 1991 Rest in Peace.  Ratty

New Headstone and surrounding kerbs – august 2001

152)  O’ROURKE – In loving memory of Hugh O’ Rourke New Lane died 8^th April 1902.  His wife Rose died 24^th Sept. 1923.  Their Daughters & Sons, Grandaughters & Grandsons Parents, friends & Relatives.  I  Líontaibh dé go d-tugtar sinn

153)  CAHILL – Mollie and Freddie Masterson.  Large grave with concrete kerb, Wrought Iron …..

154)  MC Gillick – Large kerbed in garve beside boundery wall, old mar… stone beside ivy covered headstone, new headstone with McGillick inscribed on it. 

155)  JONES – IHS  Erected by George Jones Navan.  In memory of his brother Charles, who died June 11^th 1870.  His mother Mary Jones.  Who died Jan 23^rd 1877.  His sister Maryanne.  Who died March 23^rd 1879.  His brother John.  Who died Sept 24^th 1885.  And his brother William.  Who died June 26^th 1889.  George Jones died May 24^th 1891 aged 49 years.  R.I.P.

156)  BYRNE – In loving memory of Robert Byrne aged 13 Years.  Who was drowned on 25^th Janury 1910 Also his father Thomas who died 1910 his mother June who died 4^th April 1930 daughter (?)Aary Ann  R.I.P.

157)  GOGGAN – Sackred to the memory of James Goggan Esqr of Belmont who departed this life on the 4^th April 1838 aged 50 years.  Her also are intered the remains of his mother Mrs Judeth Goggan who died at the age of 70 years.  And of his daughter Susanna aged 5 years. 

158)  SMYTH – Large Concrete Cross.  See No 159. 

159)  RIELLY – In loving memory of John Rielly his wife Elisabeth Rielly his brother Joseph Rielly his daughters Elisabeth Rielly & Rita Hodge 45 Emmet Tce Navan

160)  DUFFY – Large kerbed in ploy with hand forged Iron Cross with decoration.

161)  CLARKE – In memory of John (Sean) Clarke died 29. Sept. 2000 aged 60 And his brother Denis Noel Clarke 29-12-1938  16-1-1939 R.I.P.

Fauckner

162)  ROURKE – Sacred Heart of Jesus have mercy on the soul of Mary Anne Rourke, St Finians Tce Navan died 23^rd July 1931 aged 46 years.  Our beloved Mother Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Ar dheis de go raib a h-anam. See No 152.

163)  DUFFY – R.I.P. Bridget Annie Jonny Duffy.  Wrought iron cross

164)  GILSENAN – In loving memory of the Gilsenan Family Ludlow Street Navan R.I.P.

165)  NUGENT – Mary Ann and Katie Nugent

166)  GORMAN, MOCKLER – IHS.  In loving memory of Catherine Gorman Chaple Lane, Navan died 1884. Her husband Thomas died 1895.  Richard Mockler died 1894.  His wife Margret died 1913.  Rest In Peace   Gorman Mockler  new headstone- Erected January 2003

167)  Large wooden cross with R.I.P at its centre.

168)  CALLAGHAN – Iron Cross with Callaghan Painted on it.

169)  O’TOOLE – In proud and loving memory of a cherished Wife, Mum and Nana Margaret (Betty) O’Toole died 15^th October 1999.  Rest in Peace.  To the world she was but one but to us she was the world.

170)  MASTERSON – IHS.  In loving memory of Michel Masterson Jnr 36 St Finians Tce Navan died 23^rd March 1932 aged 18 years.  Baby Mary Ann Kane aged 3 months Always loved by your family R.I.P.  Masterson.