OLD GRAVEYARD

While researching the church, I encountered numerous inaccurate accounts regarding the churchyard's occupants. It's important to clarify that some of the individuals listed as being buried there were merely visitors from Britain or are actually interred in Dublin's Glasnevin Cemetery. Therefore, caution should be exercised when encountering claims of internationally notable figures being laid to rest in St. John's churchyard.
RUSSELL FAMILY MAUSOLEUM The Russell family, with roots in the Anglo-Norman conquest, has a rich history in Ireland. John Norris Russell, a...

RUSSELL FAMILY MAUSOLEUM

The Russell family, with roots in the Anglo-Norman conquest, has a rich history in Ireland. John Norris Russell, a merchant who also became a ship-owner and…
UNTHANK FAMILY The name Unthank is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "unþanc" or "unþances," meaning "without...

UNTHANK FAMILY

The name Unthank is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "unþanc" or "unþances," meaning "without leave" or "against one's will." This…
THE OLD CHURCHYARD A churchyard is a piece of land that is attached to or surrounds a church. It is usually owned by the church or local...

THE OLD CHURCHYARD

A churchyard is a piece of land that is attached to or surrounds a church. It is usually owned by the church or local parish.
THE JOYNT FAMILY William Lane Joynt (1825-1895) was a prominent figure in Limerick, serving as mayor of the city in 1851 and 1866. He was...

THE JOYNT FAMILY

William Lane Joynt (1825-1895) was a prominent figure in Limerick, serving as mayor of the city in 1851 and 1866. He was also a member of parliament for…