Mr. Worthington, an oil baron, chose to be buried in an unusual Gothic tower, more castle-like than chapel-like. It is particularly notable for its inscription, which is nearly unique in using quasi-medieval letters on quasi-medieval architecture. (Most Gothic monuments use plain “gothic” characters like the ones used in advertising signs of the era.)

Addendum: The architect was Louis Stevens, who also designed Mr. Worthington’s mansion on Forbes Avenue in Squirrel Hill (now part of Temple Sinai).

More pictures of the John Worthington mausoleum.