Graves of Beatles Friends and Relatives in Liverpool - New, Revisited Edition!

A new, revisited edition of the graves of the Beatles friends and relatives in Liverpool. New pictures of the gravesites of Stuart Sutcliffe, Eleanor Rigby, Julia Lennon, Cilla Black, George Toogood Smith, Mary McCartney, Richard Starkey Sr., Brian Epstein, John Dikins.

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

From a Liverpudlian who was raised not far from Woolton village I found this video very informative and moving. Thanks for taking the time to do it.

[@eliodue]

Thanks. Greetings from Italy!

[@Lulu-gt5dg]

This was a very calming video to watch as it is so peaceful. I have often felt it is Johns mother we should thank for the Beatles, as she taught him to play various musical instruments when he was young. May they all rest in peace 🕯️🌹♥️ Thank you fir sharing this.

[@eliodue]

Thanks!

[@kenarnavut2877]

Yes I agree,John's mother Julia we all must thank for giving birth to John,who started the Beatles.❤

[@Skin-ve2tt]

Fascinating video. Enhanced by the fact there's no commentary. Great job.

[@elizabethlane880]

Your videos are incredible. All these sights in Liverpool are very sacred, not just the graves but everything. I found seeing Paul's and Mike's mother's grave particularly moving. It got me thinking about how they must have grieved her loss so heavily. I've always heard he was young, but now that I think about it, Paul must have only just turned 14 in the June before she died in the October of 1956, is that right? What a shocking year that must have been for Jim and the boys. We hear a lot about John's grief of his mum, and obviously it had a very turmultuous affect on John the rest of his life, but Paul, by all accounts seems to have grieved very solitarily and quietly, but without a doubt it took a massive toll on the direction of his life. He loves his mum very much and it always touches me when he posts a photo of her on his social media. I heard Mike saying once that Paul was very different after her death and was almost constantly playing the guitar as a way to cope. This sadly, could be how he became so virtuouso like on instruments, by dedicating every moment to it in a way that many wouldn't have time to do, unless you were dealing with some huge life event.. It kind of brings a tear to my eye to think of Paul, July 1957, totally into his music which is comforting him through the loss of his mum just a few months before, strolling around the fete that day unawares his life was about to change, meeting John. John with no idea he was about to lose his mum the following July 1958. Little did they know what fate would become and that they would go on to share all that they did together. Remarkable really.

[@eliodue]

Interesting comment!

[@oldermusiclover]

lost my own mom to breast cancer

[@wokeupandsmellthecoffee214]

What a lovely and thoughtful comment thank you.

[@wormsnake1]

A respectful and touching video. Each had there own significant life as well as playing a part in the greatest band that ever drew God’s breath. 🙏❤️.x

[@denislacombe4103]

It's the second time than i watch this video! And i am still sad! It's so emotional ! God Bless these souls!!!

[@billpholde4816]

Not a single mention, on any grave, of the phenomenon that was the Beatles. no glomming on to an association with fame. It's somehow comforting that only the essentials, those they loved and were loved by, that mattered in the end. "And in the end, the love you give is equal to the love you get."

[@jackierice5848]

You'd think Sir Paul could have afforded a more elaborate memorial to his dearly departed mother....

[@JustPlainSteve5372]

I was thinking the same thing. I doubt Paul's even ivsited there

[@cheryllutz8056]

@@JustPlainSteve5372 i find it appaling that one of the richest people in the world ,paul, couldnt buy a beautiful headstone.. just disgusting i wont look at him the same way again.

[@william_marshal]

He was only 14 when his mother died so it was not his responsibility at the time of her death.

[@cheryllutz8056]

@@william_marshal we can understand that.. however hes been rich for over 30 years.and now reportedly a billionaire

[@user-tu5ej5lg2c]

​@@cheryllutz8056Maybe he has a good reason? If you think about it I'm sure you'll work it out.

[@littlemisskate4254]

I went to Cilla Black grave not longer till she died and didn’t have a headstone. Obviously it took me ages to find her. I had to ask someone to help me and in the end I managed to find her grave. It still had flowers from her funeral on it, and it was just brilliant And I love the headstone that the boys have chosen for their mum?

[@eliodue]

To find graves is really a difficult job. Often the cemetery is too large (Cilla Black) or there's no name on the headstone (Mary McCartney) or the cemetery is always closed (Brian Epstein) and so on.

[@nev707]

I like the simplicity of the grave of John’s mum, but a bit sad about Paul’s mums grace.

[@joyce99999]

No grave of Paul’s Dad, John’s Dad, Ringo’s Mother, George’s Mother and Father and Sister although Louise was prob buried in the States), none of John’s many Aunties, including Aunt Mimi…. Not a criticism; just an observation. I do thank you for featuring the people you did feature, as well as the time and energy taken to make this video….thank you.

[@eliodue]

Many of those people were cremated. It is impossible to find their graves.

[@joyce99999]

Oh, ok. Did not know any of them were cremated.

[@amorosa101457]

Beautiful. Thank you for doing this. Very respectful. I was saddened that Paul’s mother didn’t have a headstone. I sang Julia when you showed Julia Lennon’s grave. 💕

[@colleencraft223]

Thank you very much.

[@rw2629]

So odd that Paul has never purchased a proper headstone for his mother.

[@elizabethlane880]

It keeps her grave anonymous as sadly some obsessives may disturb her grave.

[@susanleitch8649]

John never did either, for his mother.

[@lolly9080]

I find it strange because Brian Epstein is large and Stuart Sutcliffe I have another notion why but I’m not saying

[@timrose9175]

Her grave would've been inundated with paraphenalia from us Beatles fans making it a shrine instead of a peaceful resting place ala Jim Morrison.

[@timrose9175]

​@@susanleitch8649 explains why Lennon didn't appear on her stone.

[@adrianburn7178]

Fascinating. Thank you

[@eliodue]

Thanks!

[@raccuia1]

It goes to show what a miracle The Beatles were that even friends and relations past and present were notorious by association.

[@user-xt3xt6tc2t]

Светлая память всем друзьям и героям моих дорогих БИТЛЗ ...Из России с любовью / My loving memory to all of BEATLES friends and heroes....From Russia with love❤🌹🌹

[@eliodue]

Привет из Италии!

[@danielesbordone1871]

No headstone for Paul McCartney's mother ? WOW !

[@Test_Card_Tom]

I know its not like her son was a billionaire or anything.

[@conniemcguinessmyers5298]

I would imagine Paul did not want his beloved Mom's resting space to be a huge sightseeing stop.

[@Test_Card_Tom]

@@conniemcguinessmyers5298 People know where the grave is as it was located years ago and has been public knowledge and wider public knowledge for almost 20 years since youtube existed. It has never had more than one or two ardent fans individually visiting it. By having a decent headstone wouldn't alter that. It is shameful that for 62 years after her passing there was nothing at all to mark her grave other than a stick in the ground. During that time her son became a multi-millionaire.

[@danielesbordone1871]

@@conniemcguinessmyers5298 , I don't think there would have been all those organized tours to see his mother's grave.

[@conniemcguinessmyers5298]

If there was a large headstone, no doubt there would be much more than one or two ardent fans visiting! I am from the U.S. & did do a Beatles tour in Liverpool. That site was certainly never mentioned. If this is how the McCartney family wants it handled, why would anyone question their wishes? I am sure it has nothing to do with money! I have often heard how generous Paul has been to many causes. (I am done here) @@Test_Card_Tom

[@roydejesus8531]

How come Paul McCartney , a rich man, did not buy a much more presentable tomb for his mother Mary, than the one that was shown in this video? And isn't it proper that his father Jim is buried beside her? Just asking

[@helmutsecke3529]

Das ist weil sie eine falsche Familie sind.

[@joyce99999]

Jim, Paul’s Dad, did remarry, but his later wife is still alive: Angie McCartney. She is quite elderly now, but was many years younger than Paul’s Dad, Jim. Not sure if perhaps he bought a different plot, with maybe some future space for Angie, and perhaps Ruth (her daughter/Paul’s “sister” by marriage.

[@tammyhaney3661]

Pretty sad headstone for Paul's Mum

[@Grace-tc1lq]

I think it’s very pretty and I get the feeling it holds much sentiment. Never underestimate the threat of vandalism.

[@joelfrombethlehem]

I like Richard Starkey's grave the best. The inscription does not make it clear that Richard's wife, Margaret is buried with him.

[@andrewkemp1882]

Yeah…it does make that clear.

[@sandram9243]

No proper headstone for Paul's mother's grave so sad. 😢

[@william_marshal]

Nice video but it was at least 15 minutes too long. The Stuart Sutcliife video must be years old as now both his mother Millie and sister Pauline are in the grave with their names in-scripted on the headstone.

[@rdsieben]

6:04 If Yoko had any respect John's cremated remains should be interred with his mom Julia.

[@Grace-tc1lq]

Do you think John should have some say in that? Because he was married to Yoko and talked about death, perhaps he told her where he wanted to be interred and it was right where he is? I think family knows best not us on lookers.

[@lillianflorence6056]

Yoko has John's ashes,she wont let him go

[@gary6514]

I read Paul used the first name of Eleanor Bron as the inspiration for the classic song.

[@phyllisstrider2998]

Looks like Paul could give his beloved mother a proper headstone. Lord knows he can afford it.

[@allkindsofcollecting]

Have you filmed at Louise Harrison’s grave? (George’s mother)

[@eliodue]

It is not an easy job to find a grave. Sometimes the cemetery is too large, or there is no name on the grave, or the cemetery is often closed. Anyway the Louise Harrison's grave is in St Wilfrid's Churchyard Grappenhall, Warrington but nobody has found her grave till now. as far as i know louise and her husband were cremated at walton lea crematorium. If you have some more news please let me know.

[@crystalwaters8852]

Surely the local crematorium or ground keepers/ cemetry would have that info on their register. Don't know if they give you that info. You can try to trace through other official records.❤

[@johne.donnelly2675]

I cant believe the grave of johns mum the condition and tiny stone is adisgrace . Yoko should put a proper stone there , for john . After all shes rich because of him

[@mediasatsng6889]

With both Julia and her husband John Dykins headstones, its obvious that these small headstones have been added by Daughters Julia and Jackie and perhaps want them to keep them inconspicuous from Fans

[@paulopinheirosc]

If you compare Julia's grave with Bobby Dykins it is possible that originally there was a second stone with her name there before. Maybe it was stolen?

[@Kieop]

@@paulopinheirosc I was thinking the same thing. Perhaps the little stone cat beside her new stone was attached to a previous marker?

[@johnsain]

John & Paul really splurged on their mother's resting places....

[@jonjo220]

Does anyone know what address the photo of John & Julia was taken at? Seems to be a grander house than Newcastle Road or the other terraced house she lived in

[@kristinagoss6349]

Might be Mimi's house in Menlove Avenue ?

[@susanleitch8649]

It was taken at Julias' sisters' house...her name was Anne, known as Nanny, or Nan. Her husband was a professional man and the house was indeed rather grand. It was across the Mersey, I believe in Birkenhead. Johns' cousin Michael lived there.

[@gray3553]

Very sad, the two mothers head stones. In fact I would say pathetic. Its not that those guys were short of a bob or two. Interesting vlog thanks.

[@joyce99999]

Maybe to keep away “fans” or vandals???

[@gray3553]

@@joyce99999 Doubt it

[@user-uh3nv9hf5o]

😢😢😢😢 ありがとう シュチュアート、、、 本当に ありがとう😢 fromJapan😢

[@eliodue]

イタリア から の ご 挨拶

[@stratplayr6997]

So when they have a headstone with multiple names on them... are all of these people buried in their caskets stacked on top of each other? Or are they all cremated, then the urns buried in the plots? Sorry for the odd question - just not very common to see that here in the US.

[@eliodue]

I'm from Italy and then I can't answer your question. I hope someone from UK can.

[@paulopinheirosc]

The grave is open, a new cuffin is acomodated with the remains of the other ones (usually already just bones), I believe. That happens in Brazil too.

[@katehughes1860]

I find the headstone for Julia to be odd. Never have I seen survivors names on a headstone unless they are all to be buried along with Julia

[@mediasatsng6889]

In the UK it is possible to have up to three coffins in one grave, perhaps four, it all depends on the ground and the Cemetery but commonly just two, you can scatter as many ashes as you like or even bury them just a few inches under the soil.

[@jameshepburn4631]

Not really common in the U.S. but there are stacked coffins (usually only two) here, typically husband & wife. Don’t forget we have a lot more land here than in the U.K., so side by side graves are the norm. As cemetery prices keep going up, using one grave for multiple coffins will likely become more common.

[@irenejohnston6802]

Cilla Black, born Pricilla White, in the Scotland Road area, Not south Liverpool Woolton district.

[@utatriebel2211]

Lennons Onkel..... ein Grab mit nur Kies😢😢😢

[@AlanWoods-nh1wy]

I think Paul just wanted his mum's grave to be private as to many people would visit

[@thetrippyhippie5882]

Ringo lost his father a year after John was murdered it was probably a terrible year for him.

[@Kieop]

It was a terrible year for him. His friend Peter Sellers also died.

[@georgewilliams4258]

Wasn't there talk of Cliff Richards involvement with Cilla's passing?

[@lillianflorence6056]

Lots of famous dont want headstone in case they get dug up

[@emilianosapata7595]

Paul ademas de cursi por tu musica Eres un tacaño .😮😮😮😮😮

[@algirdasasadsadf2344]

👍🙏

[@loispeterson657]

With all the money Paul McCartney has and he never bothered to get either of his parents a headstone. In fact he never attended his fathers funeral. Shame on him.

[@giorgiovolpato3676]

Ci sono stato lo scorso 2023 - In religioso silenzio

[@jameshepburn4631]

Can anyone translate into English the Hebrew on Brian Epstein’s headstone? And what does the series of individual letters along the bottom of the stone mean?

[@eliodue]

The translation of the Hebrew on Brian Epstein's headstone is: Shmuel B. R. Zvi Died 21 Menachem Av 5777 The series of individual letters is: T. N. C. B. E. but I don't know the meaning. The five letters are on all the Hebrew headstones in the pictures I shot in that place..

[@jameshepburn4631]

@@eliodue Thank You, from the U.S.A..

[@eliodue]

Greetings from Italy!

[@vinylman1973return]

Does Paul knows? Why he didn't build grave stone for his mother?

[@user-sf2jm8fd1f]

Love lasts forever ♾️🎶🪷🪷

[@lillianflorence6056]

Some people dont want a headstone,,

[@oldermusiclover]

wonder if Cilla was relted my paternal grands family came from England

[@MikeCee7]

Where is George Harrison grave/cemetery?

[@eliodue]

George was cremated and the ashes scattered in the Ganges.

[@kristinagoss6349]

How do you know it's Mary McCartneys grave ?

[@eliodue]

Several people asked me this question: the place is indicated and illustrated in the book "Liddypool" written by the liverpudlian writer David Bedford. I asked him the same question you are asking me and this was his answer: "We know it is that one because each grave is numbered, and in Mike McCartney’s book he gives the grave number, so I found the layout of the cemetery and worked out which one it was and it fitted with Mike’s description"

[@kellybetz1964]

Seems odd that she has never had a proper marker. First, an unmarked grave, then just a small one without her name.

[@paulopinheirosc]

​@@eliodue Congratulations on your very good research!

[@eliodue]

Thanks!

[@denislacombe4103]

And the family memebers!!! Sorry!!!

[@crisslastname9417]

👍

[@gonzalobarrera9934]

Cynthia Powell's remains have not been brought to Liverpool?

[@eliodue]

No. I think they are still in Spain.

[@MalEvansUSA]

@@eliodueshe remains in Spain. Very poetic like my fair lady

[@katehughes1860]

What about Jim McCartney? Unless he will be resting with his 2nd wife?

[@eliodue]

Jim McCartney was cremated.

[@utatriebel2211]

McCartney's Mutter hat nicht mal einen Grabstein.😢 Mc Cartney sollte sich schämen und seine Tochter auch.

[@rudylowe6155]

butterfly too small. It will very soon be obscured by grass, weeds etc.

[@utatriebel2211]

Epstein haben die Beatles doch viel zu verdanken.... auf dessen Grab ist nicht ein Blümchen😢

[@eliodue]

It is customary to place pebbles, not flowers, on Jewish tombs. Es ist üblich, auf jüdischen Gräbern Kieselsteine ​​und keine Blumen zu platzieren.

[@josesantini6741]

Mary Mc Cartney,huum! Isnt her the beloved woman that inspired Paul to write and record,the famous song,"Let it be"?What a shame for him,having millions dollars and theres no sign of his own mother burial grave.

[@Grace-tc1lq]

No one has the right to question that. How do you know that isn’t exactly what she wanted?

[@mikehushaw]

Why didn't Paul buy a nice stone for his mother. And where is his father.

[@eliodue]

Paul's father was cremated

[@JedHead77]

I wonder if John’s ashes were put with his mother.

[@eliodue]

Yoko Ono keeps John's ashes in her apartment in New York

[@johne.donnelly2675]

So far ringo is the only beatle with real class

[@sylviawyder9290]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@user-ht2xy6nl7c]

💐🐝🌈🏡live to long

[@utatriebel2211]

Auch Ringo, kann sich mit dem Grab seiner Eltern nicht brüsten😢😢😢 Er sollte sich schämen und sein Angang. Ein Grabstein iyt zwar da, das ist aber auch schon alles. Ebstein haben sie, die Beatles, doch viel zu verdanken kann man aber dem Grab nach nicht sehen. 😢 Nicht eine Blume😢

[@Kieop]

They are not his parents. Richard Sr abandoned the family when Ringo was a toddler and Margaret is the 2nd wife. He probably takes better care of his mother and stepfather's graves. But personally I think the grave looks well looked after. Most British graves are covered in moss and overgrown.

[@JayGolden-ht1mv]

It is odd that there is no proper Headstone on Paul’s Mother Mary’s Grave…

[@Grace-tc1lq]

It is a proper stone. A very pretty butterfly with meaning no doubt. No one has any idea what she wanted, but family members.

[@JayGolden-ht1mv]

@@Grace-tc1lq There wasn’t anything there for quite a while - (That’s what the Person in the Video said) - The Butterfly Stone is Very Small compared to most of the other Headstones…

[@cheryllutz8056]

@@Grace-tc1lq i dont know about that. to me it looks like a cheap thing you can buy at family dollar. its probably just has 2 prongs in the ground.

[@henkhemming6674]

a headstone on her grave, after 60 years...sir paul was busy? (i never liked him)

[@johnsalter3591]

all the money Pauls got and he can't give his mum a headstone.

[@sylviawyder9290]

Réfléchissez un peu ça n'a rien à voir avec l'argent. Et l'explication se trouve dans les commentaires vous n'avez qu'à chercher.

[@Grace-tc1lq]

Nothing to do with money and she has a stone, a very pretty butterfly. To me it appears to be a very personal inscription and either just what she wanted or Paul is keeping her safe from vandalism and onlookers. It’s terrible to judge something so personal.

[@hyacinth4368]

Or, he's a self-centered person who never gave a thought to his mother's grave.

[@MeMe-mq4zu]

​@hyacinth4368 it's a family plot they put up a big stone when the last ones been buried

[@Kieop]

@@Grace-tc1lq I don't think he's the one who put it there. It's very mysterious.

[@user-cz8qu6iy3o]

All of Paul's money and that's what she gets for a headstone, shame on Paul

[@terrya8989]

Typical McCartney, too tight to cough up for a proper headstone.

[@johne.donnelly2675]

Shame on you paul your mom should have a nice headstone , bad boy!!