Erected in memory of Samuel Neill, Ballyhivistock, who died 23rd August 1856 aged 60 years. Also his daughter Elizabeth who died 8th August 1857 aged 20 years. Also his son Joseph who died 25th Feb 1860 aged 22 years. Also his son Samuel who died 25th August 1866 aged 39 years. Also his wife Jane Martin who died 1st January 1877 aged 79 years. And their son John who died 1st May 1879 aged 46 years. Also their daughter Margaret Jane Neill who died 1st Sept 1898 aged 71 years. And their son William who died 9th January 1894 aged 77 years.
This headstone was transcribed with the help of the book entitled 'Derrykeighan Old Church Graveyard' by Dorothy Arthur. This book contains invaluable information about the local history and the families buried here.