A record of the inscriptions, on the the gravestones in Haselor Churchyard and the memorial plaques in the church. 

TO THE GLORY OF GOD & IN LOVING MEMORY OF RICHARD HEMING OF BENTLEY MANOR BORN 10 MAR 1810.

DIED 9 OCT 1891 HIS ELDEST DAUGHTER MAUDE CHEAPE ERECTED THIS WINDOW A D 1893

The inscription above is carved into the stone framework of the East Window.

A letter of the alphabet is shown against each surname in this survey and the corresponding letter can be found on the map to show the area of burial. If a letter and a number are shown, then the corresponding number on the map gives a more accurate place of burial. If the area letter is printed in blue, then a picture of the gravestone can be found on the website.

All surnames are in capital letters to distinguish against family surnames that are used as first names.

All the gravestone inscriptions were recorded in 2009, except for the later gravestones, up to 2023  

HASELOR CHURCHYARD SURVEY

AREA

DETAIL

SURNAME

GRAVESTONE AND PLAQUE INSCRIPTION

B 23

Headstone

Sacred to the memory of …………... also Sarah ALLEN, who died April 5th 1829 aged 63 years. Lost no tear grant reader one request, Go learn of Christ the way to endless rest.

H 95

Headstone

Philip James BAKER, 1908-1967. With love from his wife & children.

J 1

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In sweetest memory of Anthony BASELEY, born July 17th 1942, died July 28th 1942. Every little pilgrim shall rest eternally.

D 55

Headstone

In loving memory of Ada, wife of Thomas King BASELEY, who died October 12. 1915 aged 45 years. Peace perfect peace.

H 103

Stone tablet

In memory of our parents, Albert Edward BASELEY, died Jan 17th 1961. Alice BASELEY, died Feb 1st 1975. At rest.

H

Headstone

In loving memory of Edward John BASELEY, born 10th March 1922, Cider Mill, Walcote, died 24th June 1995. Also of his wife, Joan, born 27th September 1924, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, died 21st November 1996.

F 77

Stone cross & kerbstone surround

In memory of Theophilus BOMFORD, died Aug. 1910 aged 59 years. Also Mary Ann, his wife, died March 20. 1924 aged 80 years. Interred in Arrow Churchyard. Sm. Clifford, Stratford.

A

Headstone

To the memory of Joseph Henry James BRADDON, 1908 – 1993. Raymond Leslie WILKES, 1936 – 1997. Father and grandfather. Rest in peace.

D 56

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Joseph BREAKSPEAR, of Haselor, who fell asleep in Jesus, September 28. 1910 aged 80 years. Peace perfect peace. Also Elizabeth, his loving wife, who enters into rest, January 2. 1927 aged 93 years. Rest sweet rest. Sm. Clifford, Stratford.

J

Stone tablet

Ronald Timothy BROGAN, died June 30th 2001 aged 77 years, and loving wife Nell, died 26. 2. 2003 aged 75 years.

J

Stone tablet

In loving memory of Frederick William BROOKES, died 8th January 1999 aged 70 years.

J

Stone tablet

In loving memory of David William BROOKES, 21.8.1951 - 6.11.2008. Sadly missed by all.

A 14

Small iron cross

In loving memory of Derek BRYAN, died 25th Nov 1967 aged 17 years.

A

Headstone

In loving memory of Frederick William BRYAN, died Oct 1st 1972 aged 63 years. Also his dear wife, Mary Evelyn, died Dec. 12th 1993 aged 82 years.

J

Stone tablet

Mollie BUGGINS, née BASELEY, 1922 – 2006. Back home to rest.

H 104

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of John Draper BULLOCK, who died March 25th 1937 aged 79 years. ”I heard the voice of Jesus say, Come unto me and rest”. And of his beloved wife, Agnes Ellen, who died July 26th 1942 aged 69 years. Peace perfect peace.

A

Headstone

Ronald Vivian CASELEY, 1909 – 1981, Muriel Clara, 1914 – 1996. Much loved parents and grandparents. Remembered always.

D 39

Headstone & footstones

CHATTAWAY

William CHATTAWAY, died June 1815 aged 68. Also Mary, his wife died 4th August 1816 aged 70. Also Francis, their son who died 19th Febr 1792 aged 9. Also John, their son who died 30th July 1802 aged 17. Also Mary, their daughter who died 6th April 1805 aged 38. Also Thomas, their son who died 18th April 1809 aged 24. Also Robert, their son who died 7th Octr 1813 aged 33. Also Richard, their son who died 21st Decr 1813 aged 44.

Plaque near the pulpit

In affectionate memory of Maude Mary CHEAPE, the Squire of Bentley & Haselor, by whom the east window in this church was erected. Born Dec. 21st 1853, died Nov. 21st 1919, at Bentley Manor. A just and good woman, A kind and generous friend.

B

Headstone  lying by boundary fence

CLEMPSON

In affectionate memory of Maude Mary CHEAPE, the Squire of Bentley & Haselor, by whom the East Window in this church was erected. Born Dec. 21^st 1853, died Nov. 21^st 1919, at Bentley Manor. A just and good woman, A kind and generous friend.

F 76

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Herbert CONEY, who died May the 29th 1895, in the 52nd year of his age. Also of Mary Elizabeth, the loved wife of Herbert CONEY, of Haselor House, who died December the 19th 1885, in the 47th year of her age. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. Isaiah. XXVI. 3. Also of Arnold Joseph, youngest child of above, died January the 14th 1886 aged five years. Suffer the little children to come unto me, And forbid them not. St. Mark. X. 14.

F 76A

Footstone

In loving memory of Gerald Scott, R.N.R. 2nd son of the above, lost at sea, Octr 30th 1895 aged 20.

G 91

Headstone with sarcophagus type

In loving remembrance of William-Tunnicliff COWLEY, [of Haselor] who died March 24th 1874 aged 42 years. “In the midst of life, We are in death.” …In loving remembrance of Rosa Matilda, widow of William-Tunnicliff COWLEY, who died June 7th 1889 aged 52 years. “He that believeth in me shall never die.” Sm. Davis, Bidford.

E 62

Headstone & footstone

William CULL, died June 9.1844 aged 14.

J 3

Stone block vase

Nora DALBY 1910 – 2001, mother to Louis and John, grandmother to Richard, grand-daughter of Louis and Emily.           (Stone block vase on Louis LITHERLAND grave.)

A

Stone tablet

Always remembered, Mary A A DINHAM, 13th Sept 1914  - 16th Nov 1990. William "Bill" DINHAM, 7th April 1905 - 14th April 1999. Beloved parents of Ruth and Joan.

G 87

Headstone & footstone

Sacred to the memory of Ann DUNNING, of Walcot Villa, Haselor, who died September. 21st 1875 aged 66 years. Her end was peace. Sm. Davis, Bidford.

E 63

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Elias ELLIS, who died February 21st 1880 aged 62 years. Also of Maria, wife of the above, who died December 19th 1879 aged 66 years. Blessed are Christ’s departed, For they rest in peace, And from all their labours, Now and for ever cease. Sm. Davis, Bidford.

D

Headstone

Carolyn Mary, born 26^th August 1949, died 6^th September 2013, loving daughter, mother and grandmother.

A 22

Headstone & footstone

Sacred to the memory of John Russell FIELD, who departed this life, May 29th 1848 aged 75 tears. Also of Sarah FIELD, wife of above, who died Novr 11th 1827 aged 49 years. Also of Sarah FIELD, daughter of above, who died at, 1. Cambridge Villa, New Hampton, Midx. on April 22nd 1885 aged 75 years.

G87A

Headstone

In loving memory of Charles FIELD, who died Sepr  6th 1892 aged 80 years. Also of Maria, wife of the above, who died Novr 25th 1884 aged 74 years. They shall see his face.

C

Headstone by fence

In memory of …..wife…..FIELD Senr, who departed this life 29th of July 17?8 aged 86 years. Also in memory of William, son of Thos and Ann, he departed this life the 19th of November 1779 aged 11 years and a 11 months. Blooming youth and old age lieth… the righteous judge doth appear prepare to die make n… youth and old age will both die.

E 66

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Edward FINNEMORE, born May 1st 1866, died September 7. 1927. Blessed are the pure in heart. Also of his wife, Elsie Mary, born Aug. 20th 1873 - died May 20th 1951.

E 66

Stone tablet

In loving memory of Philip Trevor FINNEMORE, died 2nd March 1994 aged 86 years. Also his wife, Ellen Mary, died 26th March 2000 aged 88 years.

C 29

Headstone with a pair of sarcophagi types & footstone

Henrietta & Sarah Matilda FOSBROOK, died as infants. Daughters of Thomas & Mary Ann FOSBROOK, of Bidford.

F 81

Long curved stone

In memory of William FRENCH, son of Joseph and Elizabeth FRENCH, of Coventry, who died June 28.1858 aged 42 years.

J 5

Headstone

In loving memory of Margaret GALE, nee GOULBOURNE, died May 26th 1966 aged 75 years.

H

Stone tablet

In memory of Ronald Frederick GERMANY, 10 June 1915 - 27 November 2004.

C 30

Headstone

John GIBBS, died June 19th 1778 aged 80 years. Wife, Mary, died July 18th 1766 aged 68 years.

J 4

Stone cross & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Alfred GOULBOURNE, who died Jan 1st 1930 aged 73 years. Also of his beloved wife, Mary, who died March 1st 1935 aged 83 years. Re-united. Peace perfect peace.

J 11

Headstone

In loving memory of David GOULBOURNE, died May 5th 1967 aged 73 years. Also his beloved wife Maud Eliza, died March 23rd 1975 aged 86 years. Cecil David GOULBOURNE, died May 18th 1998 aged 79 years. Sm. Clifford, Stratford.

J

Headstone

In loving memory of Eric Aubrey GOULBOURNE, died 18th July 2008 aged 84 years.

D 60

Headstone & footstone

Charles GREEN died August 27th 1841, aged 49 years.

G

Stone on outside wall opposite pump

Stone on outside wall with a single word “GRIFFIN”. Inside the church a plaque. Within this Vault lies the Body of Cornelius GRIFFIN. 21 years Vicar of this Parish who departed this life January 3rd 1867 aged 73 years.

G

Window with  stone inscription and 3 plaques

This north facing window known as ”The Griffin Window”,  shows on the outside of the church, the names of, H. GRIFFIN, C. GRIFFIN & S. GRIFFIN. They are the names of Cornelius GRIFFIN, and two sisters, Henrietta & Sarah GRIFFIN. Inside the church are three plaques painted on the window. 1. In affectionate remembrance of Henrietta GRIFFIN, of Portsea, Hants, who died 6th March 1848 aged 65 years. Interred at St Peters, Bishopton, Warwickshire. 2. This Mortuary Chapel and Monument were erected by  Cornelius GRIFFIN, Vicar of this Parish since 1846 to record and perpetuate the Remembrance of two excellent Sisters who were his best earthly comforts in lifes weary pilgrimage. 3. A memorial of Esteem and regard to Sarah GRIFFIN, of Portsea, Hants, who died 6th August 1836 aged 59 years. Interred at St Peters, Walworth, Surrey.

G 88

Iron railing enclosure with 3 plaques

(Centre shield.) In memory of William GROVES, who died June …1925 aged 72 years. Also Temperance, his wife who died May 9th 1926 aged 83 years. (Right shield.) Moses SPIERS, who died December 3rd 1878 aged 62. Wife, Sarah. ……. (Left shield.) Elizabeth …….

H

Stone tablet

Nola, née BASELEY, 1910 – 1983, wife of Robert HALLAM, 1906 – 1977.

J

Stone tablet

In loving memory of a devoted husband father and grandfather, Kenneth Herbert HANCOCKS, died 9th November 2005 aged 80 years. Will always be in our thoughts, and a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Sylvia Maud HANCOCKS, died 24^th January 2011, aged 80 years.

J 6

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Daniel HANSON, died June 12th 1953 aged 61, and of Hilda, his wife, died October 10th 1979 aged 89. Per ardua ad alta.

A 17

Headstone

In loving memory of Cyril Walter HARRIS, born 28. December 1897, died 16. June 1964. The Lord is my shepherd. Also his wife, Rhoda Kathleen, "Katie" born 9. September 1899, died 16. April 1996.

F

Headstone

In loving memory of a dearly beloved wife, and mother, Emily Marjorie HARRIS, born 20th Jan. 1927, died 31st July 1984. God bless you and keep you in eternal peace. Also Leslie David HARRIS, husband of Emily, and much loved father and grandfather, born 27th Sept. 1928, died 25th Aug. 1995. Who will be fondly remembered.

H 97

Headstone & kerbstone

In remembrance of George HARRIS, died at Haselor, April 2nd 1881 aged 63 years. His end was peace.

G 83

Stone cross & footstone

In loving memory of William HAWKES, who departed this life, March 8th 1883 aged 56 years. Also of Mary, his beloved wife of the above, who died May 19th 1898 aged 65 years. Peace perfect peace. Loved in life, lamented in death.

C 28

Headstone

George HAYNES, died April 29 1742 aged 14. In Wealth nor Worth nor Friends nor Parts, Can rescue from Death killing Darts. Then mind thy Doom and passing by, (last line illegible).

C 32

Tabletop

In memory of John HAYNES Gent, who died Oct. 23rd 1808, in the 74th year of his age. In memory of Elizabeth, wife of John HAYNES Gent, who died Nov. 17th 1785, in the 50th year of her age. In memory of Mary, wife of John HAYNES Gent, who died Dec. 9th 1802 in the 38th year of her age. In memory of Mary, reliot of John HAYNES Gent, who died June 24th 1834, in the 77th year of her age.

C 34

Headstone & footstone

Reader prepare to meet thy God. In memory of John Jordan HAYNES, who died Sepr 29th 1820 aged 59 years. Also his wife Maria Rebecca HAYNES, who died April 17th 1855 (at Stoke in the county of Worcester) aged 72 years. An affectionate father and mother. William HAYNES, son of the aforesaid, died March 23rd 1839 (at Ilmington in this county) aged 24 years. Also Emma TAYLOR, daughter of the aforesaid, died February 12th 1843 (at Studley in this county) aged 33 years. They are not dead but………. "This stone erected by their sons." Sm. Lewis, Bromsgrove.

C 37

Headstone & footstone

Ellen HAYNES, eldest daughter of John Benton & Sarah HAYNES, died Oct .12 1830 aged 17. Ann Elizabeth, infant.

Stone under the east window

To the Glory of God & loving memory of Richard HEMING, of Bentley Manor, born 10 Mar 1810, died 9 Oct 1891. His eldest daughter Maude CHEAPE, erected this window AD 1893.

D 48

Headstone & footstone

Sacred to the memory of Samuel HEMING, who departed this life, February 14th 1828 aged 73 years. Also Ann, who departed this life, November 4th 1837 aged 75 years.

D 49

Headstone & footstone

Sacred to the memory of Ann HEMlNG, who died Decr 4th 1842 aged 53. Also of Mary HEMING, sister of the above, who died Novr 6th 1873 aged 82 years. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Sm. J. Wilkes.

D 50

Headstone & footstone

In affectionate remembrance of John HEMlNG, who died May 17th 1874 aged 86 years. The wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ Our Lord. Sm. Davis SC, Bidford.

D 51

Sarcophagus type

In affectionate remembrance of Amy, wife of Samuel HEMING, who departed this life, March 3rd 1886 aged 75 years. Surely he hath borne our griefs, And carried our sorrows. Isaiah. LIII. 4. In affectionate remembrance of Samuel HEMING, of Haselor Grounds, who departed this life, March 13th 1862 aged 66 years. Sm. E. Wilkes.

D 52

Sarcophagus type

Sacred to the memory of Ann, daughter of Samuel and Amy HEMING, who died Sepr 24th 1848 aged 5 years and 10 months. Also Samuel, who died in infancy. Suffer the little children to come unto me and forbid them not for of such is the kingdom of God. Sm. E. Wilkes, Grafton.

D 53

Sarcophagus type

In affectionate remembrance of John HEMING, who died March 3rd 1894 aged 49 years. As many as I love I rebuke and chasten. Rev 3rd 19th verse. Sm. E. Wilkes, Grafton.

F

Stone block vase

Emily HITCHMAN, mother of Emily Marjorie (HARRIS), died 26th Jan 1927.

F 73

Headstone & footstone

In Affectionate Remembrance of Ann Maria HOWSE, who died at Aston Cantlow June 21st 1880. “Not lost ……….” Sm. Wilkins Bros, Sutton.

J 2

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In ever loving memory of Richard HUBAND, who died April 22nd 1933 aged 68 years. Abide with me. Also his wife, Annie Elizabeth HUBAND, passed on to him, June 7th 1943 aged 78 years. There's peace and rest in Paradise.

E 67

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Eliza, wife of James JOHNSON, who died June 18. 1924 aged 82 years. “To-day shalt thou be with Me in Paradise.” Sill Taylor & Son, Evesham Road, Stratford.

G 89

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Lucy, widow of George JONES, of Mottisfont, who died July 31st 1900 aged 63 years. “Until the day break and the shadows flee away.” Sm. Davis, Bidford.

H 102

Headstone & kerbstone surround

To the memory of Arthur James JONES, died February 18th 1960 aged 84. Rest in peace.

A

Stone tablet

Patricia A. KENNETT, 28. 2. 51 - 30. 8. 89. Loved always.

D 47

Headstone

Loving Remembrance of Ann KNIGHT, who passed peacefully away, October19. 1908 in her 80th year. Sunset and Evening Star, One clear call for me.

F

Headstone

Leonard LAMB, - see Barrie Sydney SMITH.

F

Headstone

Ruby Kathleen LAMB, - see Barrie Sydney SMITH.

B 24

Headstone

In memory of John LANE Gent, who departed this life, the 2nd of Augst 1820 aged 75 years. Also in memory of Ann his wife, who departed this life, the 30th June 1827 aged 69 years. Heaven has confirmed the great decree, That Adams race must die, We living men the tomb survey, Where you must shortly lie.

B 25

Headstone

In memory of John LANE, he died Sepr 25th 1781 aged 69. Also in memory of Mary, wife of John LANE, she died June 22d 1776 aged 59. Here lies asleep Both man and Wife, Now joined in Death as well as Life, But now they are gone in hopes to Rest, In Heaven above for ever Blest.

D 59

Headstone & footstones

In loving memory of Sarah, wife of Samuel LANE, who fell asleep at Wilmcote, Jan. 13. 1908 aged 69 years. “Her end was peace.” Also of Samuel LANE, who died May 29. 1919 aged 85 years. “At rest.” Sm. Clifford, Stratford.

A

Stone tablet

Frederick George LANE, 9. 10. 1929 – 28. 5. 1998.

H

Stone tablet

Sheila LATHAM, née Spencer, 1934 – 2007. Grandma we miss you.

D

Headstone

In loving memory of Sir William LAWRENCE 4th Bt., born 14th July 1913, died 3rd November 1986. Also his wife Pamela Mary, born 17th 1920, died 3rd May 2012.

D

Headstone

In loving memory of Sir William LAWRENCE 5th Bt. born 23^rd August 1954, died 10^th February 2015.

H 105

Headstone

In loving memory of our dear parents, Oliver Laurance LEACH, died Dec. 21st 1909 aged 41 years, and Rhoda LEACH, died March 9th 1945 aged 80 years. Thou art missed because thy seat is empty.

F 82

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Annie LEEK, who fell asleep May 26th 1931 aged 54 years. Thy will be done. Sm. White and Sons, South Yardley.

D

Stone tablet

Peter Bryan Cheetham LEGG, 1911 – 1983, also his wife, Margaret Ethel Bickers, 1922 – 2004.

J 3

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Louis LITHERLAND, who died March 24th 1933 aged 75 years. At rest. Also Emily LITHERLAND, died Oct. 7th 1946 aged 92 years. See also DALBY & GWYNNE.

E 68

Stone tablet

Also of Violet Mary LORD, died July 4th 1980 aged 72, dear wife of The Revd Charles James LORD, grandson of Hermon & Catherine PRICE. See also PRICE.

E 68

Stone tablet

Revd Charles James LORD, 1912-1993, Iste Conatus.

E 68

Stone tablet

Hester Mary LORD, 1907-1990, Magistra Venerata.

H

Headstone

Izobelle Naomi LOWDEN-MUNRO, 27th Aug. 2008 - 24th Sept. 2008. Our little angel now and forever. Nite Nite Love always. Mummy & Daddy xxxx.

A

Headstone

In loving memory of a dear husband & father Arthur McDOUGALL, died 20th September 1978 aged 52 years. Rest in peace.

J 9

Kerbstone surround

In memory of Robert James Gerald MCKEOWN, of Astmoor House, Haselor, died April 11th 1960 aged 63 years. Winifred Helen MCKEOWN, died July 6th 1967 aged 74 years.

D 46

Headstone & footstone

William MANDER, died March 15 1815 aged 64.

G 93

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Richard Tomkins MORRIS, died May 6th 1882 aged 47 years. Also of his widow, Lucy (Nanums), died March 17th 1927 aged 93 years. Very dear friend and devoted nurse of Gladys ELGOOD, Edith & Jack BROADBENT by whom this stone is erected. Faithful until death. Sm. Smith & Wyatt, Redditch.

H 98

Stone cross & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Joseph Tomkins M0RRIS, of Hoo Mill, who died July 17th 1925 aged 75 years. And his beloved wife, Jane, died Aug 5th 1932 aged 84 years. Until the day break and the shadows flee, The Lord shall give thee rest.

H 99

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In affectionate remembrance of Sarah Edith MORRIS, died Oct 1st 1944 aged 71years. At rest.

E 64

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In memory of Adela, beloved wife of Harold Ravensdale MOWBRAY, who died on the July 25th 1951 aged 52.

D

Headstone

Sacred to the memory of a beloved husband and father, John Gordon O'DELL, died 11th July 2006 aged 61 years.

G 84

Headstone

In loving memory of Christina Jane O'DELL, died 18. April 1965 aged 59. Also her husband Reginald Harry O'DELL, died 21 June 1984 aged 78. Reunited.

A

Headstone

In loving memory of a dear husband and father, Leslie Charles PALMER, died 1st August 1973 aged 57 years, and his dear wife Barbara Louisa, died 8th June 1989 aged 66 years.

A 15

Headstone

In loving memory of our dearly loved son, Vivian Leslie PALMER, died 25th November 1967 aged 22 years.

J

Stone Tablet

In loving memory of Arthur “John” PARR, 5^th Nov 1931 – 25^th March 2018, also his wife, Sheila Rosemary PARR, 7^th July 1934 – 16^TH Oct 2021. May they rest in peace.

J 8

 Stone cross & kerbstone surround

Mary Seymour PATERSON-MORGAN, – see John Heath SYKES.

J

Headstone

Francis David PATERSON-MORGAN, 1914 - 1990. Let us all meet again with the Lord caught up in the clouds and the air.

F 69

Headstone & footstone

Sacred, to the memory of Thomas PERKS, who departed this life, January 5th 1863 aged 40 years. Also of Susan Mary, wife of the above, who departed this life, May 29th 1856 aged 31 years. Also of two children, who died in their infancy. The dust shall return to the earth as, It was and the spirit shall return to God who gave it. Sm. Read, Stratford.

F 70

Headstone & footstone

In loving remembrance of Susan PERKS, [daughter of the late, Thomas and Susan Mary PERKS, of this Parish], who died 9th November 1879 aged 27 years. “Them also which sleep in Jesus, will God bring with him.” Sm. Sill Davis, Bidford.

F 71

Headstone & footstone

In loving memory of Mary Tomkins, the beloved wife of Thomas PERKS, who fell asleep April 6th 1921 aged 78 years. And willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. Also of Thomas PERKS, died April 12th 1937 aged 82 years. Sm. Smith & Wyatt, Alcester.

F 75

Headstone & footstones

In Affectionate Remembrance of John Smith PERKS, who died March 18th 1890 aged 62 years. “In the midst of life we are in death”. Also of Ellen Maria PERKS, wife of above, who died Feby 6th 1921 aged 88 years. I know that my redeemer liveth. Also Frank PERKS, who died August 9th 1906 aged 39 years. “And now Lord. What is my hope, Truly my hope is even in thee.” Sm. Berridge, Alcester.

F 78

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In affectionate remembrance of George PERKS, of Great Alne, who died January 6th 1932 aged 76 years. Lead kindly light. Also of Fred PERKS, who departed this life Nov.13th 1932 aged 74 years. Sm. Smith & Wyatt, Redditch.

F 79

Headstone & footstone

In loving memory, William PERKS, who died November 28th 1933 aged 73 years. Also of John PERKS, who died August 2nd 1933 aged 69 years, Interred at Dunmore Cemetery, U.S.A. Here have we no continuing city, But we seek one to come.

F 80

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Harry PERKS, who died November 29th 1937, in his 76th year. “Until the day break.” Sm. Clifford & Son, Stratford.

E

Stone tablet

Michael Frederick PHIPPS, 3. January 1943 – 12. March 2006, beloved husband of Katherine Mary PHIPPS (née Lord.) Love is Stronger than Death.

A 24

Headstone

PICKERING

In loving memory of Brian, George Brian PICKERING, 8.12.1937 – 23.5.2022, much loved husband, father and grandfather.

B

Headstone

PICKERING

In loving memory of Frederick Raymond PICKERING, 20.03.1907 – 05.12.1974, his dear wife Helen Beatrice 26.02.1911 – 31.03, 2000 and their son Trevor Raymond Thomas PICKERING 14.01.1942 – 03.04.2014 a dear husband, father and grandfather. Rest in peace.

E 68

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory, Catherine PRICE, who passed away, June 5th 1925 aged 78 years. “I hope to see my Pilot face to face, When I have crossed the bar”. Also of Hermon PRICE, husband of above aged 33 years. Interred Burton-on-Trent Cemetery. See also LORD.

G 94

Headstone

In ever loving memory of Minnie, dearly loved wife of Ernest PRICE, passed away, April 5th 1953 aged 68. ‘Rest in peace.’ Also of Ernest PRICE, died July 19th 1957 aged 75. Sm. Lidster, Worksop, Notts.

H

Headstone

Wallace READ, 15.5.1940. - 11.4.1957. A dear son and brother.

H

Headstone

Benjamin READ, 21.5.1902 - 23.1.1968. Gladys Sarah READ, 1.6.1907 - 14.4.1961.  Dearly beloved parents.

A

Stone tablet

In loving memory of Barbara Lilian REED, died 18th Feb 1998 aged 75 years.

A

Stone tablet

Loving memory of Michael Arthur REDDAWAY, 26. 5. 37 - 27. 9. 96.

E

Headstone

In loving memory of Albert Victor REDDING, born 26.2.1914, died 5.2.2005

B

Stone tablet

In loving memory of John RICE, born 4–12–1934, died 25–8–1997. Good night God bless.

F

Headstone

In loving memory of our parents, Cyril ROBERTS, 1896–1948, and Marjorie, (Village Postmistress), 1905 -1984. Stand and be faithful.

F

Stone block vase

George ROBERTS, 1867 ~ 1943. (The stone block vase date is incorrect. It should say, 1868 ~ 1943). Sophia ROBERTS, 1870 ~ 1943.

F

Small iron cross

In loving memory of Joseph and Jane ROBERTS. R.I.P.

F

Small iron cross

In loving memory of William George ROBERTS. R.I.P.

F

Stone block vase

Betty RYMAN (née ROBERTS), 1927 - 1997.

A 21

Headstone broken off & footstone

………..died 1726. Grieve not my father and my mother dear, I'm (gone) to rest you have no cause to fear, My race was short I could no longer stay, My dear Redeemer hath called me away. (Bloom gives John son of Brace SALE, died July 12th 1726 aged 11). (Most of this entry is from an earlier record.)

C 38

Headstone

Read and pray. Sacred, to the memory of James SALE, of this Parish, who departed this life, April 24th …. aged 45? Sm. H. Edkins, Henley.

E 65

Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Frederick SALE, died 15th Dec.15th 1963 aged 71 years. Peace perfect peace. Sm. F. Underhill, Warwick.

D 40

Headstone & footstone

Sacred, to the memory of Anthony SALT, who departed this life, July XIII, MDCCCXXXIX aged LIII. All you that do my grave pass by, As you are now so once was I, As I am now so you must be, Prepare with speed to follow me.

G 92

Base of cross & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of James SEWELL, who died Oct 21st 1914 aged 76 years. Also of Anne Mould, wife of above, who died June 21st 1924 aged 78 years.

C 31

Headstone

Thomas SHAYLER, died March 25 1798 aged 59, of Oversley Park. Mary, died … 7 …., Sarah, died….., Mary, daughter of John & Mary GIBBS, first married to, Thomas WOODS, Gent of Feckenham, by whom she had two sons and two daughters and secondly to Thomas SHAYLER, Gent, late of Oversley Park, by whom she left no issue. She died Dec. 7 1805 aged 74. Also Sarah, daughter of above, died in infancy.

Plaque in vestry

In Memory of Sarah, the only Daughter & Heiress of John SMITH, who Married with Henry HEMMING, and Afterwards with Willm SPIERS, both of this Parish. She Died June 3rd 1786. Aged 60 Years. Set your Affections on things above, And not on things on the Earth.

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Headstone

In loving memory of Ruth SMITH, born Sept. 3rd 1904, died Jan. 13th 1969. And of her sisters Rachel SMITH, born Nov. 30th 1902, died Oct. 3rd 1993. Joan SMITH, born Oct. 12th 1909, died March 19th 2010.

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Headstone & footstone

Sacred to the memory of Joseph SMITH, farmer of this place, who died January 23rd 1858 aged 77 years. An affectionate husband and father dear, a sincere friend lies buried here. Also Ann SMITH, daughter of the above, who died July 4th 1844 aged 28 years.

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Headstone by fence

To the memory of Jeremiah SMITH, of this Parish, who died Janry the 12th 1767 aged 78.

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Headstone by fence

In memory of John SMITH, who died June the …. aged….Also in memory of Anne, the wife ……...

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Stone tablet

In memory of Baden Sydney SMITH, 26.11.1900 - 1.4.1976 and his wife Doris Mary, 11.10.1911 - 17.2.2005. Always loving, always loved.

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Headstone

Barrie Sydney SMITH, 24- 6- 1933 – 15- 5- 1956, and his sister Ruby Kathleen LAMB, 8- 8- 1932 – 4- 12- 1984. Missed by all. Leonard LAMB, 28- 5- 1931 -- 4- 2- 1996. Brian SMITH, 30- 9- 1935 -- 18- 4- 2000.

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Headstone

Near this place lieth interred Archelaus, son of John & Sarah SOUTH, of this Parish, aged 8 weeks. Also son Thomas, died August 9 1737 aged 30 weeks. Also son John Lebbeus, died December 30 1738 aged 20 weeks. Christ Crosse my Crown I do maintain though heathen men doe disdain.

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Headstone

In loving memory of Alfred Bertie SPENCER, born 22nd Nov. 1904, died 28 Nov. 1989, and Florence Emily SPENCER, born 5th Feb. 1904, died 18th Dec. 1991.

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Headstone

Elizabeth SPIERS, died May 16th 1770, wife of William, of this Parish.

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Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Amy Grace STEELE, died Nov.14th 1917 aged 37 years. Also of her husband Walter Thomas STEELE, died May 6th 1949 aged 70 years. His wish fulfilled. Only "Good night" beloved. Not farewell.

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Headstone

Mark William STEPHENS, In loving memory of 1900-1982. Rest in Peace. Also of Alice Mary STEPHENS, 1902-1994.

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Millstone

In loving memory of Albert Crompton STEWART, of Hoo Mill. March 23rd 1882 - July 8th 1968, and of his beloved wife, Katherine née MORRIS, July 6th 1886 - May 12th 1980.

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Millstone

In loving memory of John Morris STEWART, of Hoo Mill. Oct. 22nd 1925 - May 17th 2002. "Uncle John", Godfather & friend to so many.

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Headstone

In loving memory of William Heming, dearly beloved child of H. R and L. S STOCK, born Aug. 6. 1907, died Feb. 5. 1908.

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Stone cross & kerbstone surround

Sacred to the memory of William SYKES, Lt Colonel 3rd (P.O.W) Dragoon Gds, born 27th Sept 1867, died 3rd March 1950, and his wife, Eleanor Mary, died 10th June 1958 aged 81 years.

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Stone cross & kerbstone surround

In loving and honoured memory of John Heath SYKES, B.A. Oxon. Vicar of this Parish from 1867–1912. He entered into life, March 26 1912 aged 78 years. Also of his devoted wife, Frances Amelia, who followed him, Nov 27 1919 aged 80 years. The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God, and no torment shall touch them. Wisdom. III. I. Here lie the ashes of Margaret SYKES, born July 1st 1880. Entered into rest, September 9th 1958. Here rest the ashes of Mary Seymour PATERSON-MORGAN, (née SYKES), born May 14. 1879, called to higher service, June 22. 1957.

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Plaque near the altar 

To the Glory of God and the most loving memory of John Heath SYKES, B . A . Oxon. Born April 22nd 1834. Died March 26th 1912. Vicar of this Parish from 1867 to 1912: this church was restored and the Vicarage built during his Incumbency. His devoted wife and children placed this tablet here in sure and certain hope of Resurrection to eternal life through the Lord Jesus Christ. Si monumentum quaeris circumspice.

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Stone cross & kerbstone surround

In Memoriam. Hugh Percival SYKES, born June 10th 1875, died October 29th 1896.

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Sundial

Erected March 21st 1914, by the Parishioners of Haselor, in affectionate remembrance of the Revd John Heath SYKES, who was the Faithfull (sic) Vicar of this Parish for 45 years. 1867 : 1912.

Window in the church by pulpit

In memory of John Heath SYKES, Born April 23 1866, Died at Bombay, March 1 1892. Also of Hugh Percival SYKES, Born June 10 1875, Died October 29 1896. (Added note. Two sons of the Revd John Heath SYKES).

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Headstone & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of Ada TAYLOR, beloved wife of Samuel, died May 22nd 1956 aged 76. Forever with the Lord. Also Samuel TAYLOR, died Dec 31st 1964 aged 84. Sm. Clifford & Son, Stratford.

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Headstone & footstone

Emma TAYLOY, - see John Jordan Haynes.

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Millstone

In loving memory of Bob and Pop TAYLOR. Robert Arthur Lindsay TAYLOR Feb 19^th 1918 – Sept 5^th 2006. Jacquelyne Morris TAYLOR née STEWERT of Hoo Mill, Sept 26^th 1921 – Feb 12^th 2016. Forever in our thoughts.

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Sarcophagus type

In affectionate memory of Henry TENNANT, who died May 25th 1876 aged 62 years. The blood of Jesus Christ his son cleanseth us from all sin. 1. John 1. 7. Sm. Davis, Bidford.

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Headstone & footstones

In loving remembrance of Jonathan THOMAS, [of Haselor], who departed this life, Feby 22nd 1869 aged 77 years. Also of Lucy, wife of the above, who died Novr 20th 1876 aged 74 years. They are gone from this valley of tears, Their toils and their cares are all o'er, They have entered the land of the blest, And are now on the golden shore. Sm. Davis, Bidford.

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Headstone

In loving memory of Constance Lena THOMSON, died 11th March 1978 aged 84 years. "Thy word was as a lamp to my feet."

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 Headstone by fence

In memory of Thomas TIMPSON, who died the March ?0th 17?? aged 71 years. Also to the memory of Elisabeth, the wife of Thoms TIMPSON, who died November the …… 17?? Aged 80 years.

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Headstone by fence

In Memory of Thomas TOWNSEND, who died the 3rd of July 1770 aged 73 years. Also Elizabeth, wife of Thomas TOWNSEND, who died …..1786 aged…..

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Headstone

In Affectionate Remembrance of John Henry TRUSLOVE, late of Oversley, who died Septr 17th 1886 aged 77 years. The master is come and calleth for thee. St. John XI. 28. Here we have no continuing city, but we seek one to come. Heb. XIII. 14.

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Headstone & footstone

In loving memory of Joseph WALDRON, died Decr 16th 1895 aged 84 years. Also Elizabeth, wife of the above, died March 24th 1898 aged 78 years. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. Sm. Berridge, Alcester.

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Kerbstone surround

In loving memory of our dear father and mother, Walter WASHBOURNE, who died July 18th 1925 aged 66 years and of Mary Jane, his dearly beloved wife who died Dec. 24th 1928 aged 64 years. The day thou gavest Lord is ended.

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Stone cross & kerbstone surround

In loving memory of our darling Jim, only son of Walter & Jane WASHBOURNE, born Aug. 3. 1903, died July 15. 1914.

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Stone tablet

Celia Iris WATTS, died May 19th 1991 aged 49 years. God Bless. Little Nanny to Darren YATES-BADLEY. Firefighter 814.

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Stone tablet

Harry WHITE, 15th Aug 1915 - 6th Sept 1980.

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Headstone

In loving memory of William WHITE, who died Decr 18th 1896 aged 58 years. With Christ which is far better. Phil. 1. 23. Sm. Davis, Bidford.

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Headstone

Raymond Leslie WILKES, - see J H J BRADDON.

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Headstone

Kim Gareth WILLIAMS, died 24. March 2006. God bless you. Love you.

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Headstone

In memory of Henrietta Matilda, daughter of John & Ann Keziah WILLIAMS, of Alcester, who died Sepr 26th 1851 aged 6 months. Also of Charles Richard WILLIAMS, who died January 14th 1856 aged 3 years and 6 months.

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Headstone & footstone

Sacred, to the memory of Jacob WILLIAMS, of Alcester, who departed this life, June 30th 1814 aged 45 years. Also Frances, wife of the above, who died Septr 25th 1855 aged 80 years.

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Stone tablet

In loving memory of Ellen WILLIAMSON, 11th March 1920 - 28th April 2008. You will always be in our thoughts. Neal, Jeannie & Diana.

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Headstone

In loving memory of Arthur Derrick WRIGHT, 12. 3. 1932 - 23. 7. 2003.

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Stone tablet

First in last out, Darren Mark YATES-BADLEY, 7. 1. 83 - 2. 11. 2007 aged 24. Our hero always in our hearts for ever.

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Bench seat near porch

In loving memory of Allen YOUNG, 1928 - 2002.

2023

Father’s predecessor at Haselor must have been a curious and unbalanced man, and to hear about his habits and idiosyncrasies would fill us with an astonished fascination. He lived, apparently in a room of a cottage belonging to a widow, close to where the Vicarage now stands. He shared his room with the woman’s son, but varied his habitat by living part of the time in the vestry. Here he housed his own coffin, and kept a store of food and other treasures in it.

He always expressed a wish to be buried in church, but by the time his strange ministry came to an end, a law had been passed forbidding interment in churches. However, the resourceful Griffin had made his plans, and one can see to this day the place where, according to his instructions, he was pushed in from outside through an alcove under the north window, and where his name is engraved on the stone in the wall. My eldest sister who played the organ and practised during the week declared she could always smell ‘old Griffin’ when she passed up or down the aisle. Perhaps this was not a mere flight of fancy, as my mother, soon after going to Haselor, took a Colonel and Mrs Childs to look at the church, and all exclaimed at the unpleasant smell. Upon recounting the incident to various parishioners my mother was assured that it was undoubtedly the corpse of the previous vicar making itself felt.

Extracts from “Life at Haselor Vicarage” by L^t Colonel William Sykes (1867-1950), 3^rd son of the Rev. John Heath Sykes, Vicar of Haselor, 1867-1912. 

On Seeing A Ghost

Two versions of the same story.

 Anthony Knight, the owner of the cider-mill, on one occasion had wandered over Church Hill and taken part in a pigeon-shooting competition at the back of the Crown.  Returning home through the churchyard in the small hours, as he rounded the east end of the church, he saw a ghost with arms outspread apparently holding him up.  With ready wit he slipped a couple of cartridges into the gun he was carrying, fired both barrels at the apparition and making a detour arrived home shaken but safely.  The following morning disclosed the fact that Anthony had well and truly peppered a white marble cross which had been erected near the pathway.  Sad to relate that the relict of the deceased demanded and obtained damages for the outrage! 

Extracts from “Corners of the Earth” by Francis (Frank) William Sykes (1864-1945), eldest son of the Rev. John Heath Sykes, Vicar of Haselor, 1867-1912.

One old man who used to live in a cottage beside the church, and furthest from the village, had to walk through the churchyard on his way back from the ‘local’. He invariably carried a loaded muzzle gun. One night he was coming home through the churchyard, and as he rounded the corner of the church by the east window, he saw a strange white spectre near the wicket gate through which he would have to pass. Up went his gun and a shot rang out on the still air. The whiten head toppled to the ground, but the sound was too substantial for the substance of a ghost. He approached with wariness the object of his marksmanship, and found that he had blown off the head-shaped top of a newly erected tombstone. For decades it has lain in the grass with the shot mark on it. 

There are three lead plaques on the lead roof, at the top of the tower. Two plaques have been saved from the previous lead roof. The oldest inscription is, ‘H. LANE, Plumber, Campden, 1844’.

On the newest one, with the latest roof, ‘W. J. SHILTON, RECAST, 1999, LEICESTER’.

The plaque with the name ‘F.W.SYKES 1880.’ (Francis William Sykes) would not have been a roof repair but the vicar’s son writing his name there! In his book, he says ‘On a certain Sunday afternoon just before service, two of us climbed up through the belfry on to the top of the tower for the purpose of cutting our initials on the lead-covered roof.  Fred (brother) kept cave whilst I worked away at the job on hand.  Presently Fred whistled a warning, having spotted the Guvnor in cap and gown, coming through the churchyard gate, and hurried down without delay leaving me to shut the trapdoor.  It was important that the Guvnor should not be aware of the fact of our escapade, as it was against orders and the consequences entailed were easy to predict’.

‘F.W. SYKES 1880’ was sixteen years old when he made this plaque. This was a later addition to the cutting of his initials before a Sunday afternoon service.

These inscriptions can be seen near the top of the tower, facing south.

Richard Skhvkar   Chvrchwarden

Henrye Lane   Henrye Hemminge

William Vavghan   Iohn Tomkins   1622 Workemen

In the church tower.

The inscription on the left and smallest bell weighing 5½ cwt, says, ‘H.B. 1662  CANTATE DOMINO  CANTICUM  NOVUM’, which means ‘Sing unto the Lord a new song’. It also says, ‘VOCO  AUDITE  VENITE’, which means, ‘I call; hear and come’. Also, ‘ECAST  1902  JOHN  HEATH  SYKES,  VICAR.  THEO  BOMFORD,  JOSEPH  MORRIS  CHURCHWARDENS’.

HASELOR

And now

Asleep together in the grave they lie.

The sun is sinking blood red in the west,

The birds are singing day's sweet lullaby

While father and mother are at rest!

There in old Haselor churchyard on the hill

Away from busy life all calm and still

They lie asleep.

Two old Haselor names, Harris and Roberts that go back to the 1700s in the church registers.