A new stone for an ancient Patriot, Isaac Van Duzor, Orange County Militia, 1st NY Regiment, Rev. War. b. September 10, 1721 d. July 20, 1798

The old stone, worn out by 210 years of wind, rain and ice, reads " Isaac Van Duzor was born Sep 10 1721 desest [deceased] July 20 in the year 1798 "

Extraordinary steps were taken to protect the ancient sandstone marker. We're honoring the work performed more than 2 centuries ago.

The original was re-set behind its updated counterpart in a way that allows it to be read.

Both stones were placed and re-set by hand, with a dirt filled space between them to protect them from rubbing against each other

Mrs. Van Duzor's marker, adjacent to Isaac's, reads " Here lies the remains of Jane Van Duzor who dyed Sept the 25 1794"

Jane's stone was also cleaned and reset. Note that the dark portion of the stone was below grade and hiding some important information : "Ageed 55"

Taking as much care as possible for a correct placement, Mrs. Van Duzor's marker was reset so that its entire message could be read.

Many hands make light work. The original stone was replaced by this new, marble stone.

The replacement stone is set in accordance with its manufacturer's standards -- 18" below grade

Barbara Devitt finishes the Society's work this day with a fitting tribute to an Honorable Veteran of our first fight for Freedom!

The Cemetery Committee Chairwoman, Barbara Devitt and the Society's President MaryAnne Rose O'Dell with the finished product