Jerusha M. Colton - Longmeadow, MA
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member neoc1
N 42° 02.992 W 072° 34.697
18T E 700410 N 4658150
The grave of Jerusha Mather Williams Colton, who died of cancer, is located in Longmeadow Cemetery at 34 Williams Street, Longmeadow, MA.
Waymark Code: WMYY8V
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 08/10/2018
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member iconions
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The grave of Jerusha M. Colton is marked by a rectangular sandstone headstone with a willow and urn motif carved in the upper part. Below is the inscription:

In
Memory of
Mrs. JERUSHA M.
consort of
Mr. Lyman Colton
& daughter of the late
Mr. Samuel Williams
who died of cancer.
Dec. 6, 1844
AEt 61

When death appears in terror drest
And dark the closing hour,
Faith only gives the spirit rest,
And quells the victor's power.

Type of Death Listed: Illness or Disease

Website (if available): [Web Link]

Cause of death inscription on headstone: Not listed
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