Kin of the departed delighted with initiatives taken to preserve cemetery

Penang Roman Catholic Diocese Bishop Rev Sebastian Francis (first right, in white and purple attire) showing The Stars report on Oct 30 which highlighted the plans to restore the old Catholic Cemetery located off Penang Road. With him are Deborah Taylor, 55 (second left) and Caroline Taylor, 53 (third left).George Cheah / The Star / 01 Nov 2015

DESCENDANTS of those who were laid to rest at the old Catholic Cemetery located off Penang Road have lauded the restoration plans at the site.

Deborah Taylor, 55, who lives in Brighton, England, said it was great that some parties are taking the initiative to preserve the cemetery and keeping it safe for generations to come.