Memorial: M5666

Wall tablet in Paul, Cornwall dedicated to Edward Leah d. 1853

Location

St Paulinus Church, Paul, Cornwall, England

Transcript

'In memory of / EDWD. LEAH M.R.C.S. / of this parish Esqre. / Having served / in foreign climes / for many years / as a surgeon R.N. / He settled at Penzance / where it pleased / God / to afflict / him with / a lingering mortal disease / of intense suffering / which he was / mercyfully enabled / to bear with / christian fortitude / and resignation / he died / Decr 27th MDCCCLIII / in the 50th [?] year / of his age.'

Details

Description: Fitted into an old, blocked window.

Type: Wall tablet
Position: North side of nave
Materials: Stone

People

Leah, Edward
Age: 50
Date of Death: 27/12/1853
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Surgeon RN
Organisation:

Extra

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