Memorial: M5837

Memorial in St James’s Church, Christow, Devon commemorating Commander Frederick Woollcombe, RN d. 1855

Location

St James's Church, Christow, Devon, England

Transcript

'FDK Woollcombe Commander R.N., died on / Service in China, Apr. 2 1855 aged 30 son of / Wm. Woollcombe, B.D., vicar Jan. 18 1862 aged 75 / and Elizabeth his wife Dec. 16 1858, aged 72 and / Julia Reynolds, her sister, daughters of Admiral / R.C. Reynolds of Penair June 15 1861 aged 78.' [stone under window] 'Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God’s. Matt. V. 8'

Details

Type: Window
Position: South aisle east wall
Materials: Glass

Event

19th century conflicts in Asia

People

Woollcombe, Frederick
Age: 30
Date of Death: 2/4/1855
Cause of Death: Unknown
Rank / Occupation: Commander
Organisation: Royal Navy

Extra

Bibliography: Dwelly's Parish Records Vol VI, Devon MI p. 180.

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