Carl Franz is buried at Sandusky's Oakland Cemtery. THE ERIE COUNTY, OHIO CEMETERY CENSUS BEFORE 1909 lists these dates of birth and death for Carl:
born March 26, 1826
died Jan. 18, 1864
Clasped hands are at the top of the tombstone of Carl Franz, indicating a welcome to the heavenly realm. Mr. Franz's inscription is in the German language.
3 comments:
The clasped hands are one of my favorite symbols on a stone. I love the German inscription as well. Thanks for sharing!
Another story to be told. Thanks for sharing.
Bill ;-)
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Great tombstone. I love the older ones with the symbols. Thanks for the post.
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