The North End Graveyard in Southampton is steps from the main Village; the latest burial there is 1940, the first dates back to the early 1800s, including many of the renowned/most respected families in the Hamps.

Resume on a gravestone?

"Perfected life"? A lovely, albeit dated sentiment, it seems.

Cool fonts, 17th Century style!

Boo-haw!

I hope she had better skin among the living.

Sweet, as if they're embracing in the afterlife.

Soldiers, line up!

Stylish! Hipster name, girl!
(For you, Donna!)
Excellent photos! Love the effects! It's so interesting what people 100 years ago thought was important to be on a loved one's headstone. Thanks for sharing! :)
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