He was a candle and soap maker by profession.
He was a candle and soap maker by profession.
Inscription
"JOSIAH FRANKLIN,
and
ABIAH his Wife,
lie here interred.
They lived lovingly together in wedlock
fifty-five years.
Without an estate, or any gainful employment,
By constant labor and industry,
with God's blessing,
They maintained a large family
comfortably,
and brought up thirteen children
and seven grandchildren
reputably.
From this instance, reader,
Be encouraged to diligence in thy calling,
And distrust not Providence.
He was a pious and prudent man;
She, a discreet and virtuous woman.
Their youngest son,
In filial regard to their memory,
Places this stone.
J.F. born 1655, died 1744, AEtat 89.
A.F. born 1667, died 1752, —— 95."
Family Members
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Josiah Franklin Jr
1685–1715
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Joseph Franklin I
1687–1688
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Anne Franklin Harris
1687–1729
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Joseph Franklin II
1689–1689
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John Franklin
1690–1756
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Peter Franklin
1692–1766
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James Franklin
1697–1735
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Ebenezer Franklin
1701–1703
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Thomas Franklin
1703–1706
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Benjamin Franklin
1706–1790
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Lydia Franklin Scott
1708–1738
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Jane "Jenny" Franklin Mecom
1712–1794