West – Row 11 – 2 – Forbes/Hume
Transcription
Erected by GEORGE FORBES in memory of ELEANOR HUME his wife who died at Georgefield 1st October 1904 aged 65 years Also MARY ANN their daughter who died at Georgefield 21st December 1890 aged 21 years. Also the above GEORGE FORBES who died 6th November 1909 aged 74 years. Also JOHN his son who died at Earlston 29th January 1920 aged 52 years.
Eleanor was born in Bamburgh
Commentary
George Forbes was born in England, a Farmer he lived at 3 Georgefield Cottages. His wife Eleanor was also born in England. Son John was born at Georgefield and lived at 322 Rutherglen Road, Govan. His occupation was a Draper's Assistant.