Joseph Otis 1810

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SACRED
to the memory of
JOSEPH OTIS ESQUIRE
second son of the late
Hon. James Otis
born in Barnstable the 22d of
February OS. A.D. 1725
who closed his eyes on the transitory
scenes of life at his residence there
Sunday morning the 21st of
September A.D. 1810
aged 85 years
and 6 months.

A sincere but humble Christian,
an affectionate friend, tender father
and an honest upright man.
This stone as a small tribute of their
respect and attachment is humbly raised
by his bereaved and afflicted family.

Photo on right supplied by Justin Bingham May 2005.
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