M. T. Porter
born
Jan. 26, 1841
died
Nov. 30, 1897


His last request was meet me
in heaven
Here is a dear father that lies low
in the grave and in the sad and
lonely hours whispers low
forget me not.

Remember friends, as you pass by,
As you are now so once was I.
But as I am now you soon will be.
Prepare for death and follow me.