Frances Browne

1816–1879 (age 63)

Biography

Frances Browne (1816-1879) was an Irish-born writer whose poems and stories, composed with luminous imagination, brought comfort and inspiration far beyond her immediate circle, proving that the challenges of blindness could not dim her creative light.

Richmond Cemetery now keeps a quiet space for the author, honoring her gift for lyrical prose and the bravery with which she shared it with the world.

Also buried at Richmond Cemetery

George Hembree
1893–1945 (age 52)
Richmond Cemetery
George Hembree (1893-1945) lived during the early-to-mid 20th century and was buried in Richmond Cemetery.
Max Waechter
1837–1924 (age 87)
Richmond Cemetery
Max Waechter was a merchant philanthropist who championed international understanding.
Robert Ford
1862–1892 (age 30)
Richmond Cemetery
Robert Ford (1862-1892) was a Ray County resident who died in his early thirties during the Gilded Age.
David Blomfield
1934–2016 (age 82)
Richmond Cemetery
Harry Hampton
1870–1922 (age 52)
Richmond Cemetery
A dedicated military officer who served with honor and distinction.
David Bunker
1810–1886 (age 76)
Richmond Cemetery
David Bunker (1810-1886) was a resident of Guilford County who was buried at Richmond Cemetery.