| Birth | : | 6 Aug 1735 New London, New London County, Connecticut, USA |
| Death | : | 8 Apr 1825 Kings, Kings County, Nova Scotia, Canada |
| Burial | : | Old Burying Ground, Wolfville, Kings County, Canada |
| Coordinate | : | 45.0916830, -64.3646920 |
| Inscription | : | Peter Bishop Who died April 8th 1825 in the 89th year of his age. Father, I give my spirit up and trust it in thy hand |
| Description | : | Son of John and Rebecca (Whipple) Bishop. Known as Deacon Peter. Came to Horton with his father and 3 brothers, probably June 1760. Originally owned the property in Grand Pre, known as the Hamilton Place. Baptized 1763 by Rev. Ebenezer Moulton--perhaps the first person baptized by immersion in Nova Scotia. One of 10 original members of First Horton Baptist Church, founded 1778. Elected Deacon 1780. Married 1st to unknown Godfrey. Had 4 children from 1st marriage: Simeon, Elizabeth, Lemuel, William. Married 2nd about 1762 to Phebe Hamilton. Had 12 children from 2nd marriage: Peter, Amy,... Read More |
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Where is Deacon Peter Bishop's memorial?
Deacon Peter Bishop's memorial is located at: Old Burying Ground, Wolfville, Kings County, Canada.
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When did Deacon Peter Bishop death?
Deacon Peter Bishop death on 8 Apr 1825 in Kings, Kings County, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Latitude: 45.0916830
Longitude: -64.3646920
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