Memorial Details
Memorial
Plaque Hepple 1918 St. Mary
Reference
W127.02
Place
WOODLAND
Original Location
St. Mary’s Church, on B6282. In the nave, on the north wall of the Church, half-way down the body of the Church.
Which war
1914-18
Dedication, Creation or Publication date
Unveiled June 1920 by Right Hon. Lord Thurlow, Bishop of Auckland.
Memorial Description
Plaque with dome at centre top, 25 inches high x 15 inches wide set on a wood pattress 2 inches wider all round. There is a decorated border and floral decoration. At centre top is a stylised plant with the flower in the shape of a roundel containing the “IHS” symbol, and a Tudor rose on each side. Blow this and above the dedication is a shield containing the “Chi Rho” symbol with a cross at each side. Design and lettering is raised using Roman capitals throughout.
Materials used
Bronze on oak pattress.
Inscription
affectionate remembrance of
John Hepple
dearly beloved husband of
Isabella Hepple who was killed in
The Great War 5th October 1918
A Communicant of this Church
and a sidesman of this Parish
Names
See above
Who commissioned
His wife, Isabella
Sculptor, Artist or Designer
F. Osborne & Co. Ltd., London
Notes
1. The Church – which is relatively unique in being constructed from a “kit” of corrugated sheeting sections, has recently celebrated the hundredth anniversary of its construction and dedication.
Newspaper cuttings, photos or archival material
Photos: John & Mavis Dixon
Auckland and County Chronicle 24/06/1920 reports unveiling.
The Monumental Brasses of County Durham William Lack, H. Martin Stuchfield and Philip Whittemore 2002 ISBN 095 4327101
Auckland and County Chronicle 24/06/1920 reports unveiling.
The Monumental Brasses of County Durham William Lack, H. Martin Stuchfield and Philip Whittemore 2002 ISBN 095 4327101
External web link
Research acknowledgements
Dorothy Hall; John and Mavis Dixon
Research In Progress
Paul Simpson is researching these names. Contact: pwsimpson@live.co.uk
Kevin Richardson is researching the names on this memorial Contact: knrichardson53@gmail.com
Plaque Hepple 1918 St. Mary (W127.02)
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