born in Scott County, Ky.
Sept. 22, 1801
October 23, 1856
Notice it states Wm. Smith - Smithland, Ky. Since William Smith moved to Port Gibson, Mississippi before 1860, the McCrosky tombstone definitely predates the H.F. Given Tomb.
The following artwork on the McCrosky tombstone is unusual. The handshake signifies a welcome into heaven and the star may symbolize the achievement of the highest level (heaven).
The symbol of McCrosky's Masonic membership is barely visible in the following:
The following is a testament to his character:
He was benevolent
an honest man
All photographs by Jerry Bebout.
Published 16 January 2014, Western Kentucky Genealogy Blog, http://wkygenealogy.blogspot.com/