Memorial: M5239

Gravestone in Cornwall dedicated to Robert McCreedy d. 1898

Location

St Martin's Church, St Martin by Looe, Cornwall, England

Transcript

'In loving memory of Robert McCREEDY late coastguard Looe who died 22nd August 1898 aged 57 years also Alexander his son who died on board H.M.S. Magnificent at VIGO November 7th 1896 aged 18. Also William his son who died at ADEN hospital 31 August 1898 aged 26'

Details

Description: Headstone.

Type: Gravestone
Position: Churchyard
Vessel: HMS Magnificent

People

McCreedy, Robert
Age: 57
Date of Death: 22/8/1898
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation:
Organisation: HM Coastguard
McCreedy, Alexander
Age: 7/11/1896
Date of Death: 18
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation:
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

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