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Amysette E. Bennett

Amysette E. Bennett

A few days ago on my walk, this stone caught my eye. It was unique, and upon further inspection, I was fascinated with the name, Amysette. I have encountered many names, but this was a first. Amysette was young when she passed away, only 32 years old. Of course, I had to investigate! Based on her tombstone, Amysette was born on November 20, 1846. The 1870 census indicates she was born in Indiana to Joel and Rachael Bennett. She married…

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Cemetery Quests

Cemetery Quests

Even at a very young age, my kids knew I had an obsession with visiting cemeteries. I find the history on tombstones fascinating, even if I don’t know the deceased. My favorites are the very old, intricate, and even a bit different ones. The past few weeks I’ve gone out to capture the forgotten. Here are a few of my favorites…