Stone No.986
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To the memory of Ann Hamilton relict of John Nicoll Merchant in Kingston Jamaica who died here 18th Nov 1805 aged 32 years leaving two orphan daughters and many friends to regret her loss
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To the memory of George Nicoll Merchant Dundee who died 12th Decr 1826 aged 65 years and his spouse Margaret Ogilvie who died January 2nd 1856 also their daughter Elizabeth who died 31st January 1860
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To the memory of Margaret daughter of George Nicoll and Margaret Ogilvie who died 3rd Jan 1791 aged 2 1/2 years ________ their son John who died 17th Nov 1807 aged 17 years ________ While he lived he was beloved by his relations esteemed by his companions thought well of by all when he died tears stole down the cheeks of a few a pang pass`d through the hearts of many _______ Their daughter Isabella who died 17th April 1833
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Sacred to the memory of James Nicoll who through a long life was beloved and respected for the simplicity of his manners ?? The integrity of his conduct, and the faithful discharge of the duties of a husband, a parent and useful tradesman. He died on the 14th of January 1801, aged 80 years. And of Margaret Craik his spouse who was exemplary in her station as a wife and mother, she died 14th August 1797, aged 66 years. This stone was erected by their surviving children as a testimony of respect, affection and gratitude. Source: The Book of the Howff, ©Libraries, Leisure and Culture Dundee, Local History Centre & is reproduced with kind permission
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Claimant: Mrs George Nicoll, James Nicoll Junr and Misses Nicoll
Source:Register of Tombs and Monuments in Dundee Burial Ground, 1832