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Introduction
Nestling behind John Knox Church, and literally a stone’s throw away from the noisy Mounthooly roundabout, John Knox Churchyard is just the place for a quiet walk. No stone is older than 1835, for it was then that the original church was built to cater for the increasing population in this part of the city, between the New Town and the Old. The present church dates from 1911. There are no grand memorials here, and no famous personages, but there is plenty of interest nevertheless. Craftsmen, seamen drowned in distant waters, emigrants to the Colonies, young men killed in the Great Wars – all these and many other ordinary folk are remembered here in this little haven of peace. It gives me special pleasure to present this transcription. Firstly because 1985 sees the 150th anniversary of the Church. Secondly, because my mother’s family – the Scorgies – have been associated with the Church for the whole of this century. My parents were married here, and here I was baptised and went to Sunday School. Hardly a day goes by without a glance over to the graveyard, for I live but 200 yards away on the road to Old Aberdeen. My thanks go to my wife for her help in this transcription, and without whose gentle prodding I would have continually set the work aside. The cover shows the Church c. 1911 and with the original wall and garden leading to the graveyard. Sadly, half the garden was removed when the street was widened to make the approach road to the roundabout. R. Leith.
Acknowledgements
The Society wish to thank Mr and Mrs Leith for their work in this churchyard. The Editor also says thank you, as do the Graveyard Gang.
Comments
John Knox New Kirkyard (parish of Old Machar), naming 949 individuals between 1827 and 1981
