Mr. Rufus Porter

Jul 14, 1778 – Jul 9, 1790

Buried at Mount Vernon

Transcription

In memory of M_r. Rufus Porter who departed this life July 9_th 1790. He was born in Biddeford July 14_th 1778 and was the oldest son of Doctor Aaron Porter of that town.


Surveyed On
April 10, 2023
Stone Type
slate
Tympanum
urn, willow tree
Border
A two-line border defines the tympanum's top. This border rests on two round stands. The tablet section is bordered by a similar width two-line border. Inside the border, the tablet's edge is beveled.
Remark
The tympanum has two design elements. An ornate decorated urn is in the center and mounted on a stand. The willow tree is bent to frame the urn and the space.
Physical Status
straight less_than_20_degrees
Intelligibility
readable
Biological Contaminants
medium incursion
Cleaning Type
wiped

Buried among fellow family members

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