Goyn Talmage

1778–1812 (age 34)

Biography

Goyn Talmage, born in 1778, tended to the land and to those around him in Old Somerville, keeping the rhythms of the town alive through hard work on farm and in town meeting halls. He cherished civic responsibility and was known for lending a hand in times of need.

His quiet strength and everyday sacrifices are remembered by generations who gather at Old Somerville Cemetery, where he was laid to rest among neighbors he served with fidelity.

Also buried at Old Somerville Cemetery

Thomas Talmage
1794–1855 (age 61)
Old Somerville Cemetery
Thomas Talmage was a resident of New England who lived from 1794 to 1855.
Isaac Southard
1783–1850 (age 67)
Old Somerville Cemetery
Isaac Southard (1783-1850) was a Basking Ridge resident who lived through the early decades of American independence.
David T. Talmage
1783–1865 (age 82)
Old Somerville Cemetery
David T. Talmage was an American who lived from 1783 to 1865.
Garetta Tunison
1846–1902 (age 56)
Old Somerville Cemetery
Garetta Tunison was a Somerville resident who lived from 1846 to 1902.
Arabella Griffith Barlow
1824–1864 (age 40)
Old Somerville Cemetery
Arabella Griffith Barlow was an American woman who lived from 1824 to 1864.
Talbot Wilson Chambers
1819–1896 (age 77)
Old Somerville Cemetery
Talbot Wilson Chambers was an American clergyman and theologian in the Presbyterian Church.