One of the most famous men to have lived in Thames, John Grigg - from music shop owner, music teacher and composer, Baptist Church member to astronomer extraordinaire.Mr Grigg's grave for many years has shown the wear and tear that comes from the instability of ground at Shortland Cemetery Thames, along with natural deterioration.
This is how the grave looked for decades,lying on the western slope of Shortland Cemetery, Danby Street, Thames. (Plot 3987)
Now, look at the grave and headstone of Mr John Grigg (1838-1920) of Thames. Sincere thanks to whoever was responsible, now one of Thames' greatest once again has an honourable resting place.
The headstone of John Grigg, FRAS Plot 3987, Shortland Cemetery, Thames (NZ).
