Erected to the memory of James McAleese of Benvarden who departed this life 10 October 1848 aged 74 years. Also Nancy his wife who departed this life... 1848
(On a flat stone once located near this broken headstone):
Here lieth the body of Gilbert McCook, of Moycreg with his wife Mary McMurchy, who departed this life the 22 day of March in the year of God 1677. Also John McCook who departed April 22 1730 aged 80 years.
This headstone (now broken and pieces missing) 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.