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JARROW

Bentham, J., Gnr., 1916

Photo: Vin Mullen

In Jarrow Cemetery is the Commonwealth War Grave of:

58836 Gunner
J. Bentham.
Royal Garrison Artillery
16th April 1916 age 27.

Dearly beloved son of
Mary Ann and Matthew Bentham
Beloved by all
R.I.P.

Vin Mullen has provided the following:

James Bentham born and lived Jarrow. Son of Matthew and Mary Bentham (nee Cain)

Death recorded BMD Deaths Jun 1916. James Bentham age 26 Patrington 9d 392.

He is remembered at Jarrow on J2.10 and J2.46


The CWGC entry for Gunner Bentham

If you know more about this person, please send the details to janet@newmp.org.uk