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Cemeteries of Durham Region

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Lawrence/Waddells Presbyterian Cemetery

Description

This property was owned by Thomas Waddell. A church was erected here in 1839. This church was first known as the Secession Church of Scotland, then in 1847 as the United Presbyterian Church, and in 1861 as the Canada Presbyterian Church. The cemetery was named for Rev. Lawrence, a long-time minister here.

Directions to Cemetery

Lot 21 Concession 5 of the former Clarke Township, Durham County (now Clarington). Exit Hwy 115 at Concession 4. Drive east to Lawrence Road, then north to Concession 5. Drive east past Vickers Road. The cemetery sits atop a small knoll on the north side of the road.

GPS 43.97906, -78.57949

 

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Cemetery Name
ISBN
Lawrence/Waddells Presbyterian Cemetery
978-1-55114-084-1