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Ian Mason^{(1) (2)} was born. date and place unknown. Parents: Ralph Mason and Sue Loakes.

Jill Louise Mason^{(1) (2)} was born on 22 Oct 1961 in London. Parents: Frederick William Mason and Sylvia Pauline Cooper .

Children were: Rachel Layram, Amanda Layram.

Joseph Lewis Mason^{(1) (2)} was born on 5 Oct 1998 in Milton Keynes General Hospital. Parents: Nigel Mason and June Claire Backhouse .

Nigel Robert Mason^{(1) (2)} was born on 7 Jan 1967 in Ewfield Road, Willesden. He was a Paramedic with Two Shires Ambulance Service. Parents: Frederick William Mason and Sylvia Pauline Cooper.

He was married to June Claire Backhouse in 1998 in the Registry Office, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, Milton Keynes. Children were: Harry Robert Mason, Joseph Lewis Mason.

Ralph Stephen Mason^{(1) (2)} was born on 8 Jul 1955 in London. Parents: Frederick William Mason and Sylvia Pauline Cooper .

Children were: Ian Mason, Ryan Mason.

Ryan Mason ⁽¹⁾⁽²⁾ was born date and place unknown.. Parents: Ralph Mason and Sue Loakes.

: Edith May Matthews ^{(1) (2)}born abt 1886  (see note below) She died 18 October 1918 of Influenza & Pneumonia at 21 Colegate Terrace, Chatham, Kent. (This would have been the "Great Flue Epidemic" of 1918 when thousands died). She was buried on 24 October 1918 in Chatham Cemetery, Section PP Grave number 17.  The grave was not purchased by the family and is classified as a Public Un-purchased Grave.  Edith was the first wife of Herbert Rowe (married 9 November 1912 at St Matthias Church, Canning Town in the Parish of West Ham). At the time of her marriage she was living at 197 Beckton Road, London E.16.

Her parents were: William Henry Matthews

Children were: Arthur Herbert Rowe.

Note from Brian 25 October1999. Jean & I finally traced the unmarked grave to the old Chatham, Maidstone Road Cemetery.  There are four other persons with her (non related)..  We are arranging for a marker to be placed on the grave with the names of all who are interred there.

Birth: As far as we can ascertain Edith May was born September 1886 in Herriard Abreford, Hants. FreeBMD gives the reference as Basingstoke 2c 2[09]5 but 1837online.com gives the reference as  Basingstoke 2o 205. As this is a photo copy of the actual indexes I would think that this is the  reference; I shall confirm when I have obtained Birth Certificate

In the 1901 Census she is shown as aged 14, a General Domestic Servant to  Margaret McLuskey, a widow aged 78, both residing at 13 West Stratton, Micheldever, Hants
Source: 1901 Census - RG13 Piece 1080 folio 21 page 13 schedule No: 93.

William Henry Matthews 

Children were:  Edith May Matthews,

At the time of his daughter Edith's marriage on 9 November 1912 he was living at 197 Beckton Road, London, E.16 where his occupation on her marriage certificate states that he was a Bailiff
 

Audrey Mayers

Parents were: Harold Charles Patrick Mayer and Doris Evelyn D'Cunha

Doris Evelyn Mayers formerly D'Cunha was born 7 June 1904 in Bina, India. She was Baptised on 30 June 1904 at the Sacred Heart Church, Jhansi, India the officiating priest being Fr Raphael O.C.
Her father's profession as shown was Assist. Station Master
Source: True extract from the Baptism Register of the Sacred Heart Church, Volume 1, page 44, No: 564

Parents were: Alfred or Avelin (Avelyn) D'Cunha and Sara(h) D'Cunha 
I am not sure of her father's first name; .on her Baptism Certificate is is shown as Avelin but on her Marriage Certificate to Harold Leslie Garrett it is shown as Alfred the same applies to her mother's first name Sara.

She married Harold Charles Patrick Mayers  at St Xavier Church of Rome, Poona, India on 20 November 1923.
His  is shown as a bachelor aged 28, an Electrical Engineer residing at Ujjain, Poona
Source: Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations in whose custody is the Register of Marriages solemnised at St Xavier Church.

She married Harold Leslie Garrett in the Parochial Church of St Ignatius, Kirkee, Poona 3, India on 15 May 1931.  The copy of the Marriage Certificate was taken from the Parochial Register of the Church of St Ignatius.  His profession is shown as that of Soldier. She is shown as the widow of Harold Mayers

Children were: Eric Harold Garrett
 

Douglas Mayers was born 28 May 1930 in Poona, India,.

Parents were: Harold Charles Patrick Mayer and Doris Evelyn D'Cunha

Harold Charles Patrick Mayers was born 15 August 1894 at Girgaum, Bombay, India and was Baptised at Griguam, Bombay on 2 September 1894. His date of death is unknown but was before 1931.
Source of Birth and Baptism: Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations in whose custody is the Register of Baptisms Bombay Vol.72  Folio 21 No 21725.

Parents were: William Eugene Mayers  and  Esther Attonet Mayers

He married Doris Evelyn D'Cunha  at St Xavier Church of Rome, Poona, India on 20 November 1923.
His  is shown as a bachelor aged 28, an Electrical Engineer residing at Ujjain, Poona
Source: Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations in whose custody is the Register of Marriages solemnised at St Xavier Church.

Children were: Douglas Mayers,  Sidney Mayers, Audrey Mayers, William Mayers

Sidney Mayers

Parents were: Harold Charles Patrick Mayer and Doris Evelyn D'Cunha

William Mayers

Parents were: Harold Charles Patrick Mayer and Doris Evelyn D'Cunha

Veronica Grace McDairmid^{(1) (2)} was born on 8 Jun 1938 in Exeter..  She married David Yeo

Children were: Jayne Yeo, Diane Yeo, Allan Yeo.

William Bernard McLean^{(1) (2)} was born 28 September 1943 in the British Hospital for Mothers and Babies, Samuel Street, Woolwich.  An interesting story regarding Bernard's names.  He was named William after both Grandfathers and Bernard after General (as he was then) Montgomery.  Apparently my Uncle Tom didn't consult Bin about naming Bernard "William" and she was not best pleased.  Hence he has always been known as Bernard.  He went to Eltham College.   After leaving school at eighteen he went straight to London Transport as a sponsored student for Keel University where he obtained his degree in technology. He has a dry sense of humour and is a mine of information having kept a diary containing family events since he was a young man.. 

Parents: Thomas McLean and Winifred (Bin) Alice Harrison.

Thomas McLean^{(1) (2)} was born 20 September 1896 in Ballymena, Co. Antrim 
N. Ireland. He died 27 June 1988. He was buried in Herne Bay Cemetery, Herne Bay, Kent. He was a Soldier & Policeman, War Department in India & Woolwich..

He was married to Winifred (Bin) Alice Harrison 13 May 1939. Children were: Bernard McLean.

  Angus Gordon McTaggart was born abt. June 1895 in Greenwich (Free BMD June 1895 Greenwich Vol 1d, page 1094) and died 1958

He married Nellie (Cissie) Trampleasure date and place not yet known

Children were: Elsie McTaggart

Elsie Eleanore McTaggart (Nobbie) was born 22 July 1914 in Camberwell, London and died 22 January 1987 in Whistable, Kent

She married Frederick William Backhouse  26 February 1938 place not yet known

Parents were: Angus McTaggart  and Nellie Trampleasure

Jess Morgan was born in Wales on date unknown, she was married to Charles Kingdon (Senr).  She died in Plumstead, London, SE18 abt. 1943

Children were: Jess Kingdon, Charles Kingdon, Elsie Kingdon, Win Kingdon, Verdon Kingdon: 

Elizabeth Muggeridge  was born place and date not yet known. She married George Kelvie  
on 3 May 1882 at Malling, Kent

Additional Source re marriage: Free BMD:  Malling, June, 1882, Volume 2a, page893

Children were: Arthur Kelvie  (there are I believe 7 other children but as yet I do not know details)

Elizabeth Mummery was born probably at Great Chart on an unknown date.  She married Stephen Briggs on 16 April 1803

Children were: Stephen Briggs (b.1802), Eliza Briggs, Mary Briggs, Richard Briggs, George Briggs, William Briggs,
Stephen Briggs (b.1809)

Sheila Nash (Unknown maiden name)^{(1) (2)} was born Ireland date unknown and married Jack Nash date unknown following the death of his first wife.
After Jack's death Sheila moved back to her home in Dublin, Ireland. I haven't seen her since Jack's funeral. and I remember her as a wonderful, soft spoken, kind woman.

Allan Nash. was born abt.1933 he died from diabetes on 19 May 1987 aged 54 and was buried at Barking Cemetery.   He married Barbara (other details not known). They had two daughters Jeanne and Margaret and a son Alan. (This information came from my cousin Bernard who is a mine of information, taken from his diary).

Parents: Fred Nash and Flossie (Florence) Harrison.

Fred Nash ⁽¹⁾⁽²⁾ Date and place of birth unknown. Died 20 November 1966 and was buried at Barking Cemetery.  He was gassed during the First world War and after leaving the army he worked at Ford Motors of Dagenham until his retirement.  He married Flossie (Florence) Harrison about 1921/1922.

. Children were: Jack Nash, Allan Nash, Pamela Nash.

Jack Nash ⁽¹⁾⁽²⁾ was born. in June 1923 and died. January 1993.

Following the death of his first wife Jean, whom he married abt.1949, he married Sheila.  

. Parents: Fred Nash and Flossie (Florence) Harrison.

Pamela Nash^{(1) (2)} was born abt. 1939/1940. She married  Alfred Portway abt. June 1959

Children were: Richard Portway

. Parents: Fred Nash and Flossie (Florence) Harrison.

Paul Newman⁽²⁾ was born Date of Birth not known in Place of Birth not known.

Lucy North date and place of birth unknown she married William Ware

Children were: Jane Ware

Elizabeth Odden  was born abt. 1815 in Queenborough, Kent

Children were: Mary H. Odden

In the 1901 Census she was aged 86, a widow,  residing with her daughter Mary and son in law Henry Driver and family at 237 New Road, Chatham, Kent
Source 1901 Census RG13 Piece 727 Folio 84 Page 9 Schedule No.50

Mary A. Odden was born abt. 1853 in Woolwich (then Kent) . She married Henry Driver in March 1880 at Gravesend Source 1837online Marriage Index, Gravesend, March 1880 2a 545

Children were: Elizabeth Hodges Driver,  Augustus Driver,  Lucy P Driver

Parents were: Elizabeth Odden

In te 1901 Census she was aged 48,  residing with her Husband  Henry Driver and Children and mother Elizabeth Odden at 237 New Road, Chatham, Kent
Source 1901 Census RG13 Pice 727 Folio 84 Page 9 Schedule No.50

Charles Oxbrow was born abt. 1878 in Bermondsey, London. (1901 Census)  In the 1881 Census however, he is shown as being born at Newington which as any Londoner will know is more Elephant and Castle than Bermondsey.  He married Ada N. Backhouse  December 1900 Source (Freebmd Bromley December 1900 2a 916)
Source of Birth also: 1837online.com Index Birth 1878 (Apr May June Qtr) 1878 St Saviour 1d 36

Parents were: Elijah Oxbrow  and  Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known)

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 3 and living with his parents and siblings at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21

In the 1901 Census Charles is shown as aged 23, a Boot Maker and Repairer living with his wife Ada at
33 Parish lane, Beckenham, Kent.  Also in the household are his sisters in law Laura and Gertrude.
Source: RG13, Piece 689, Folio 102, Page 8, Schedule No: 57. In the year 2002, 33 Parish Lane is closer to Penge East Station than Beckenham and is almost on the junction of Parish Lane and Lennard Road, SE20 7

David Oxbrow was born abt.1874 in Southwardk London

Parents were: Elijah Oxbrow  and  Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known)

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 7 and living with his parents and siblings at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21

Elijah  (Elizah) Oxbrow was born abt.1831 in Bockings, Essex. He married Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not yet known) date and place not known

Children were: Ernest Alfred Oxbrow, Walter Oxbrow, David Oxbrow, William Oxbrow, Charles Oxbrow, Elijah Oxbrow (1881)  John Oxbrow

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 50, a Brush Finisher and living with wife Emma and children at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21
 

In the 1901 Census Elizah is shown as aged 69 and working as a Brush Finisher and residing with his wife Emma and children (William & Elizah)  at 38 Elstead Street, Newington, London also in the household is John Hillier aged 39 a Brush Maker and boarding with the family.
Source - RG13 Piece 380 Folio 117 page 29 Schedule No: 194

Elijah (Elizah)  Oxbrow was born abt. 1881 in Bermondsey, London.

Parents were: Elijah Oxbrow  and  Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known)

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 1 month and living with his parents and siblings at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21

In the 1901 Census Elizah is shown as aged 20, a Kitchen Hand residing with his parents and siblings (William & John)  at 38 Elstead Street, Newington, London also in the household is John Hillier aged 39 a Brush maker and boarding with the family.
Source - RG13 Piece 380 Folio 117 page 29 Schedule No: 194

Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known) was born abt. 1847 in Aylesbury, Buckingham. She married Elijah Oxbrow, date and place not known.

Children were: Ernest Alfred Oxbrow, Walter Oxbrow, David Oxbrow, William Oxbrow, Charles Oxbrow, Elijah Oxbrow (1881)  John Oxbrow

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 34 and living with her husband Elijah and children at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21

In the 1901 Census Emma is shown as aged 53 and living with her husband Elizah and children (Elizah, John & William) at 38 Elstead Street, Newington, London also in the household is John Hillier aged 39 a Brush maker and boarding with the family.
Source - RG13 Piece 380 Folio 117 page 29 Schedule No: 194

Ernest Alfred Oxbrow was born abt. 1866 in Newington, London

Parents were: Elijah Oxbrow  and  Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known)

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 15 and living with his parents and siblings at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21

John Oxbrow was born abt. 1884 in Southwark, London. (Source 1901 Census - see below)

Parents were: Elijah Oxbrow  and  Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known)

In the 1901 Census John is shown as aged 17, a Pickle Warehouseman residing with his parents and siblings (William & Elizah)  at 38 Elstead Street, Newington, London also in the household is John Hillier aged 39 a Brush maker and boarding with the family.
Source - RG13 Piece 380 Folio 117 page 29 Schedule No: 194

Walter Oxbrow  was born abt.1869 in Newington,  London.

I understand he married Laura Minnie Backhouse in 1928, place not known (this information given me by Steve Oxbrow). ( BUT see entry for William Oxbrow below)
I hav e searched the indexes of marriage for the years 1927-1928 but can find no record of any marrage between Walter and Laura

Parents were: Elijah Oxbrow  and  Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known)

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 12  and living with his parents and siblings at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21

William Oxbrow was born abt. 1877 in Newington, London. He married Laura Minnie Backhouse in Bromley (District )(Kent) September 1901.  Source Free BMD Bromley Sept 1901 2a 1051. Actual place not known Further source www.1837online.com Bromley Marriage Index  Sept 1901  2a 1051

Parents were: Elijah Oxbrow  and  Emma Oxbrow (maiden name not known)

In the 1881 Census he is shown as aged 4  and living with his parents and siblings at 9 Minto Street, Bermondsey. (Then Surrey)
FHL Film 1341127, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 0559, Folio 74, Page 21

In the 1901 Census William is shown as aged 24, a Printers Warehouseman residing with his parents and siblings (John & Elizah)  at 38 Elstead Street, Newington, London also in the household is John Hillier aged 39 a Brush maker and boarding with the family.
Source - RG13 Piece 380 Folio 117 page 29 Schedule No: 194

Elizabeth Oyler (Maiden name not known). She married George Oyler  possibly in Cranbrook in 1848
maiden name was possibly Bryant

Children were: Marion Oyler, George Oyler,

George Oyler (Senior) Date and place of Birth unknown.  He married Mary Barret date and place unknown.  During Feb 1820 - May 1821 he was living at Marden, Kent.  In July 1823 he had moved to Cranbrook, Kent.

Children were  Mary Oyler, Susanna Oyler, George Oyler

George Oyler Was born 21 July 1823 in Cranbrook, Kent.  He married Elizabeth Oyler  (maiden name not known) and in 1881 he was a farmer of 300 acres at Tong Farm, Headcorn, Kent.

Possibly married in Cranbrook in 1848 to Elizabeth Bryant

Children were: Marion Oyler, George Oyler,

Parents were: George Oyler (Senior) and Mary Barret

George Oyler Was born in Headcorn, Kent in 1856.

In 1881 he was residing at Tong Farm. Headcorn, Kent

Parents were: George Oyler and Elizabeth Oyler (Maiden name not known).

Marian Oyler Was born in Headcorn, Kent in 1856.

In 1881 she was residing at Tong Farm. Headcorn, Kent

Parents were: George Oyler and Elizabeth Oyler (Maiden name not known).

Mary Oyler   Was born 1 February 1820 in Marden, Kent.  She married William (Senr.) Rowe.   The 1881 Census shows Mary and her husband were residing at St Butchers Shop and House (On W Side of Turnpike), Linton.  Her occupation is shown as a Blacksmith's Wife.

Parents were: George Oyler (Senior) and Mary Barret

Children were: William Rowe

Susanna Oyler Was born 9 May 1821 in Marden, Kent.

Parents were: George Oyler (Senior) and Mary Barret

Mabel Winifred Picard^{(1) (2)} was born date and place unknown.

Children were: unknown unknown.

Children were: Cyril Yeo, David Yeo, Joyce Yeo, Clifford Yeo, Peter Yeo, Myra Yeo.

Elizabeth Pilcher was born at Postling, Kent abt. 1847 and married to Stephen Briggs abt 1866/1867.

Children were: Stephen R. Briggs, Caroline E. Briggs, Violet Annie Briggs, George J, Briggs, Lizzie M. Briggs, Jeanie H.A. Briggs

In 1881 she is shown as living at the Flying Horse Inn, Boughton Aluph with her husband Stephen Briggs (a House Porter, Domestic) and the following children. Stephen R. Briggs, Caroline E. Briggs, Violet Annie Briggs, George J, Briggs, Lizzie M. Briggs, Jeanie H.A. Briggs

In the 1901 Census, Elizabeth aged 54, is living at 8 Park Road, Ashford, Kent with her husband Stephen,  a Sheet Maker at the S.E. Railway Works, a daughter Jennie (Jeanie) and two boarders; Mary Girdler born North Kent and aged 5 and Emily Reeves born North Kent and aged 2.
Source:RG13, Piece 782, Folio 7, page 5, Schedule No: 27

Note: From the age shown of the two boarders in the 1901 Census I wonder if these children are being fostered or are actual relatives.

Elizabeth Pinehard^{(1) (2)} was born. She died. She was christened. Children were: William Yeo, James Yeo , Thomas Yeo, John Yeo.

Christopher Pooley^{(1) (2)} was born date and place unknown.

Children were: Lorraine Kirsty Pooley, Kevin Christopher Pooley, Lisa Pooley.

Kevin Christopher Pooley^{(1) (2)} was born on 2 Feb 1980 in Whalley Drive, Bletchley. Parents: Christopher Pooley and Shirley Trew.

Lisa Pooley^{(1) (2)} was born on 4 Dec 1973 in Royal Bucks Hospital, Aylesbury. She was an Information Desk Supervisor, Abbey National Building Society. in Jun 1999 in Milton Keynes. Parents: Christopher Pooley and Shirley Trew.

She was married to Timothy Edward Backhouse on 4 Jul 1998 in Fenny Stratford Registry Office, Bletchley, Milton Keynes.

Children: Molly Jane Backhouse

Lorraine Kirsty Pooley^{(1) (2)} was born on 22 Apr 1976 in Whalley Drive, Bletchley. Parents: Christopher Pooley and Shirley Trew.

Alfred Portway Date and place of Birth unknown.  Married Pamela Nash.abt. June 1959

Children were: Richard Portway

Richard Portway Date and place of Birth unknown.

Parents were: Alfred Portway and  Pamela Nash

Frank Prior

He was married to Christine Barbara Harrison abt. September 1970

Children were: Steven Prior

Margaret Prior was born about 1812 in Kennington, Kent.  She married Stephen Briggs on 30 July 1831.
In 1881 she was living in Rats Castle, Boughton Aluph with her son Charles, an agricultural labourer, but was living alone on The Lees, Boughton Aluph in 1891.

Margaret and Stephen had twelve children:

Ann Briggs, William Briggs, Mary Briggs, George Briggs,  Stephen Briggs, Caroline Briggs, Richard Briggs, Margaret Briggs, Elizabeth Briggs, Catherine Briggs, Sarah Briggs, Charles Briggs.

Steven Prior was born 8 January 1972

Parents: Frank Prior and Christine Barbara Harrison

Alice H. Reid was born abt 1873 in London, Middlesex.

Parents were: Edward Reid, Martha Roberts

In the 1881 Census she was residing at 5 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex aged 8

Charles H. Reid was born abt. 1880 in London, Middlesex..  He was killed in action in South Africa 16 January 1901 (The Boer War).  The original  information relating to his death was taken from the Memorial on Woolwich Common dedicated to members of 61 Battery, Royal Field Artillery who died in South Africa between these dates.

Parents were: Edward Reid, Martha Roberts

In the 1881 Census he was residing at 5 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex 

I am indebted to  David Humphry for the following information he sent me in reply to a query I raised on the Roots Web BOER WAR Request List.  I attach his reply in full.
Also to David Stevens whose reply is also appended below.

18751 Acting Bombardier CH Reid, 61st Battery Royal Field Artillery, was killed in action at Machadodorp on 16 January 1901. He is buried at Machadodorp Cemetery and his grave is marked by a metal cross.

The 61st was a Howitzer Battery which arrived in Natal in late December 1899 and took part in various actions of the campaign to relieve Ladysmith. They also took part in the later actions at Alleman's Nek (June 1900) and Bergendal (August 1900), on the latter occasion being complimented by General Sir Redvers Buller for the accuracy of their fire. They were part of Buller's force in various actions around Lydenburg  later in 1900.

After your grand uncle's death the battery remained in the Eastern Transvaal but the guns were split between two different columns and the lines of communication.  In December 1901 it was one of 6 batteries converted to Mounted Rifles because mounted troops had become more necessary than artillery batteries after the war had entered it's guerrilla phase.

His name will also be on the impressive artillery memorial in the Mall in London. It is situated near the Trafalgar Square/Admiralty Arch end and the names are arranged by batteries.

From David Stevens: 
             According to the Boer War Casualty Rolls Acting Bombardier C. Reid of 61 Battery RFA was accidentally killed at a place called Machadodorp on January 16, 1901. A Sergeant was also killed and four other men slightly wounded on the same day (all from 61 Battery) in the same accident. 

Edward Reid was born abt. 1852 in  Hornsey, London, Middlesex

He was married to Martha Roberts September 1874 in Pancras, Middlesex.
Source: Free BMD, Pancras (now St Pancras) Vol 1b, page 184

Children were Alice H. Reid, Charles H. Reid, Edward C. Reid, Florence Elizabeth Reid , Nellie Reid  Mary Reid
In the 1881 Census he was residing at 5 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex, his occupation was shown as a Carpenter aged 30.

In the 1901 Census he is shown as living at 71 Milford Road, Twickenham. Middlesex, his occupation as Carpenter Builders. Also shown is a new wife, Jane Reid born in Pimlico, aged 34.
Source: RG13, Piece 1188, Folio 32, Page 16, Schedule No: 103

Edward Charles Reid was born abt. 1874 in  Hornsey, London, Middlesex.  He married Ruth Reid  abt. September 1896 in Southwark, London,  (Surrey until 1889).
Source: Free BMD., Marriages September, St Olaves Southwark,  (St Olaves was Surrey until 1889, now London) Volume 1d, page 517.
In the Free BMD Entry Ruth's maiden name is shown as Ruth Reid.as it is in the marriage Index 1837online.

Parents were: Edward Reid, Martha Roberts

In the 1881 Census he was residing at 5 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex aged 7

In the 1901 Census he is shown as living at 20 Avondale Road, Camberwell, London with his wife Ruth and sister Mary.  His occupation is that of Omnibus Ticket Inspector
Source: RG13, Piece 498, Folio 65, Page  9, Schedule No:58

Florence Elizabeth Reid⁽²⁾  was born 12 December 1874 at 2 St Marys Road, Hornsey, Middlesex.in the Registration District of Edmonton. I am told from family members that  her father was: Edward Reid, whose occupation was a carpenter and her mother Martha Anne Roberts.(**see entry for Edward above) She was living on 24 Dec 1930 in 194 Charlton Lane, Charlton.. She was living about 1942 in Shornells Way, Abbey Wood, SE2. She was living about 1943/44 in 252 Bellegrove Road, Welling, Kent. She died on 19 Aug 1964 in 17 Verdant Lane, Catford, Lewisham. ⁽³⁵⁾ She was buried 24 August 1964 (2-30pm) in New Eltham Cemetary, Falconwood, Kent.⁽³⁶⁾ Note from Brian, . I think my Grandmother lived at sometime in Leigham Ave (??) London, SW16, (just off the South Circular Road). and 114 Wellfield Road, Streatham, SW16.
Source of Birth: Family Members and Birth Index 1837online Edmonton Birth Index 3a 182. The Birth was actually registered in January 1875

Parents were: Edward Reid, Martha Roberts

In the 1881 Census she was residing at 5 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex aged 6

She was married to William Henry Harrison at St Leonards in the Parish of Streatham on 19 October 1900.

Children were: Winifred (Bin) Alice Harrison, Edith (Ede) Harrison , Charles Harrison,
Florence (Flossie) Harrison, Masie Lilian Harrison, Constance Elizabeth Harrison, William (Jnr) Harrison,
John (Jack) Harrison, George Harrison, Nellie May Harrison.
I understand that there was another child, Dorothy, who died of Diphtheria aged two.   This information is from my cousin Jennifer who says "My Mum only knew of her from what she heard from Gran so she must have been one of the first to have been born.   Apparently only a toddler, she used to tell things to "her Jesus" and Gran said that she was too good to live long".

I have found two Death entries in Free BMD under Wandsworth, September 1899, Volume 1d page 545. They read Dorothy Florence Harrison age two and Dorothy Florence Reid age two. Co-incidental??

On examining birth dates of some of the elders of the Harrison Family it is apparent that some were born "out of wedlock".

In the 1901 Census she is living at 114 Wellfield Road, Streatham with her husband William Henry Harrison and children;  Edith  Reid (Aunt Ede) aged 8.  Florence May Harrison aged 1 (Aunt Floss) and son William Henry Harrison aged 4 months (Uncle Bill).
Source: RG13, Piece 477, Folio 12, Page 15, Schedule No: 103
There is no record that I can find as yet as to who the father of Edith was

Mary Reid was born abt. 1894 in Clerkenwell, London

Parents were: Edward Reid and Martha Roberts

In the 1901 Census she is shown as living at 20 Avondale Road, Camberwell, London with her brother and his wife Ruth
Source: RG13, Piece 498, Folio 65, Page  9, Schedule No:58

Nellie Reid was born abt. 1877 in London, Middlesex

Parents were: Edward Reid, Martha Roberts

In the 1881 Census she was residing at 5 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex aged 4

Ruth Reid was born abt. 1874 in Bermondsey, London.  She married Edward C. Reid abt. September 1896 in Southwark, London,  (Surrey until 1889).
Source: Free BMD., Marriages September, St Olaves Southwark,  (St Olaves was Surrey until 1889, now London) Volume 1d, page 517.
In the BMD entry her maiden name is shown as Ruth Reid as it is in the Marriage Index 1837online

In the 1901 Census she is shown as living at 20 Avondale Road, Camberwell, London with her husband and his sister Mary
Source: RG13, Piece 498, Folio 65, Page  9, Schedule No:58

Charles T. Roberts  was born abt. 1854 in London, Middlesex

Parents were: Peter Roberts  and  Elizabeth Roberts

In then1881 Census Charles is shown aged 27, a Brewers Drayman living with his parents and brother
FHL Film 1341077, PRO Ref: RG11, Piece 0358, Folio 70, Page 8

Elizabeth Roberts (mnnk) was born abt. 1825 in Winchester, Hampshire.
  She married Peter Roberts date and place not known.

Children were: Martha Anne Roberts,  Charles T. Roberts,  Henry C. Roberts

In the 1881 Census, Elizabeth is shown as a Wife, aged 56 living at 4 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex with her husband and sons next door to her daughter Martha at 5 Plummers Place.
FHL Film 1341077, PRO Ref: RG11, Piece 0358, Folio 70, Page 8

Henry C. Roberts was born abt. 1860 in London, Middlesex.

Parents were: Peter Roberts  and  Elizabeth Roberts

In then1881 Census Charles is shown aged 21, a Cabman living with his parents and brother
FHL Film 1341077, PRO Ref: RG11, Piece 0358, Folio 70, Page 8

Maria Roberts^{(1) (2)} was born in 1802 in Sr Dogwalls, Wales.

Children were: Ann (2) Yeo, Ann (1) Yeo, David Yeo, Thomas (2) Yeo, Thomas (1) Yeo, John (The First) Yeo.

Martha Anne Roberts was born abt. 1852 in London, Middlesex.  She married Edward Reid (occupation a carpenter) .September 1874 in Pancras, Middlesex. Source: Free BMD, Pancras (now St Pancras) Vol 1b, page 184.
Died abt. June 1897, Islington, London, Middlesex.
Source: Free BMD: Islington Deaths, June 1897, Volume 1b, Page 210

Parents were: Peter Roberts  and  Elizabeth Roberts (Maiden name not known)

 Children were: Alice H. Reid, Charles H. Reid, Edward C. Reid, Florence Elizabeth Reid , Nellie Reid  Mary Reid

In the 1881 Census she is shown as  aged 29 and residing at 5 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex with her husband and children  next door to her parents and brothers at 4 Plummers Place.

 Edward Reid Senr. is shown on the 1901 Census as having a new wife, Jane born in Pimlico abt. 1867

Peter Roberts was born abt. 1821 in Newport Pagnell, Buckinghamshire.  He married Elizabeth Roberts (mnnk)

Children were: Martha Anne Roberts,  Charles T. Roberts,  Henry C. Roberts

In the 1881 Census, Peter is shown aged 60, Head of House, a pensioner and retired Prison Warder living with his wife Elizabeth and sons Charles T. and Henry C..at 4 Plummers Place, Clerkenwell, London, Middlesex.  The family is living next door to Peter's daughter Martha and her family.
FHL Film 1341077, PRO Ref: RG11, Piece 0358, Folio 70, Page 8

Ann Rossiter was born abt.1764 in probably Evercreeech, Somerset.  She was christened in Evercreech on 15 May 1764

Parents were: Eleanor Rossiter

Children were: Benjamin John Backhouse or Rossiter

Eleanor Rossiter was born probably in Evercreech, Somerset abt. 1744.

Parents were: Thomas Clark and Eleanor Rossiter

Children were: Ann Rossiter

Eleanor Rossiter was probably born abt. 1720 in Evercreech, Somerset.  She is shown on Family Search, Ancestral File as being married to Thomas Clark but no date is given.

Children are shown as: Eleanor Rossiter, Isaac Clark, Sarah Clark

Alice May Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 23 Feb 1882  in Bexleyheath, Kent (Information from Family Bible)  Date and place of death unknown.
Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.

In the 1901 census she was shown as residing at "Mardale!, Brampton Road, Bexleyheath  and her Occupation was a Parlour Maid.
Source: RG13, Piece696, Folio 52, Page 16, Schedule no:82

Annie Maud Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 19 Jun 1879 in Bexleyheath, Kent. (Information from Family Bible). Date and place of death unknown.

Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.

In the 1881 Census she was residing with her parents and siblings at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. ( aged 1).
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

Annie Rowe was born abt.1890 in Manchester

Parents were:- Thomas Henry Rowe and Isabella Mackie

In the 1901 Census she is shown as living with her parents and sibling at 6 Alam Street, Ardwick, Manchester.
Source:- RG13, Piece 3675, Folio 91, Page 40, Schedule no.281

Arthur J  Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 20 Apr 1870 in Dulwich, (then Kent). The 1901 Census states Lee, Kent.. Date and place of death not known.

He married Isabella Rowe ( maiden name not known) date and place not known.

Children were Maggie I Rowe

. Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.

In the 1881 Census he was residing with his parents and siblings at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. (a Scholar aged 9).
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

In the 1901 Census he is shown as a Salvation Army Officer visiting 82, Heath Street, Hampstead, London .with his wife Isabella, also a Salvation Army Officer and daughter Maggie aged 2.
Source : RG13, Piece 120, Folio18, Page 28, Schedule no. 193.

Arthur Herbert Rowe^{(1) (2)} was born on 18 Mar 1913 in Bexleyheath. He was christened on 23 May 1913 in Christ Church, The Broadway, Bexleyheath.⁽³⁸⁾ He served in the military between 26 Jul 1940 and 1946 in UK, Burma & Malaya. ⁽³⁹⁾ Note from Brian,
Whilst serving in Burma with the Royal Sussex Regiment (The Shining 9th) Arthur was mentioned in Dispatches. (See below).
He never spoke much about the war. We know he was adversely affected by some of his experiences, he had an absolute hatred of all Japanese. He was originally in the RAC but transferred to the Royal Sussex. His army number: 6407986. Total length of Military Service - 5 years, 9 months, 14 days. He was a Foreman Transport Fitter on 10 May 1946 in London Transport Bus Garage, Bexleyheath, Kent. He was Mentioned in Despatches on 19 Sep 1946 in London Gazette, London. ⁽⁴⁰⁾ He died on 27 Jun 1985 in 192 Beadlemead, Netherfield, Milton Keynes.⁽⁴¹⁾ He was cremated in Jul 1985 in Crownhill Crematorium, Milton Keynes. Note from Brian.   Following the cremation Arthur's ashes were scattered in the Garden of Remembrance at Honor Oak Crematorium, Catford the following week. This was the site where his wife's ashes were scattered.
Parents: Herbert Rowe and Edith May Rowe ((nee Matthews).

He was married to Annie Elizabeth Briggs on 4 Nov 1939 in Register Office, Dartford, Kent. ⁽⁴²⁾
Children were: Jean Ann Rowe.

Edward Rowe^{(1) (2)} died in Heywood, Lancashire March 1942 aged 16. He was born December 1925 Place of Birth not known. Note from Brian , 23 June 1999.  The death of Edward is surrounded in mystery. Until we can find a copy of the death certificate I suppose the cause will never be sure. From information given by Arthur, Edward was supposedly found dead from hanging. Jean thinks it may have been gassing. Suicide or accident? Until we investigate further we shall never know.
Nanny (Louise Rowe nee Bennett), was always reluctant to talk about it and so we never pressed her for an answer. Arthur at the time was serving in the army. Parents: Herbert Rowe and Louisa Bennett.

Elizabeth Rowe (maiden name not yet known) was born abt. 1866 in Marhampton Gloucester

She was married to William Rowe  (b.abt. 1869) date and place not yet known.

Children were: William Rowe,  Ronald Rowe,  Stanley Rowe.

Fanny (AKA Annie Elizabeth Rowe ^{??) (2)} was born on 14 Jun 1874 in Bexleyheath, Kent.⁽⁴³⁾ She died between 25 Mar 1934 and 4 Apr 1934 in Place of death not known. She was buried on 4 Apr 1934 in Sidcup Cemetery, Sidcup, Kent.. ⁽⁴⁴⁾

Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.
In the 1881 Census she was residing with her parents and siblings at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. (a Scholar aged 7).
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.           

Note 3 September 1999.  This information relating to the names Annie Elizabeth and the details of burial given by the Cemetery Department of London Borough of Bexley is now suspect. We think that Fanny & Annie Elizabeth are two separate people.  We have traced Fanny on the Bexley 1921 Index but there is no mention of Annie Elizabeth.

George Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 9 Sep 1873 in Place of Birth Kent. He died about 22 May 1901 in Bexleyheath, Kent.. He was buried on 29 May 1901 in Bexleyheath Cemetery, Bexleyheath, Kent. ⁽⁴⁵⁾ Note from Jean. When searching the Cemetery on 1 July 1999 we found the public grave, a grassed area with no markings other than the grave number 265. Dying at the age of 29, 6 years after his father William and 27 years before his mother Francis and not being buried with either his parents or brother in Grave 2610 makes me wonder if there was a family rift. Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.

In 1881 George (aged 7) is shown as living with his Grandparents William (Senr.) Rowe and Mary Oyler

In the 1901 Census he is shown as a Police Constable residing at 10 Clarks Buildings, St. Giles in the Fields, Holborn, London. He was single. It is a possibility that the address was a police barrack accommodation, as the Census showed there were 43 other people in the same address.
Source: RG13, Piece 239, Folio 100, Page 33, Schedule no.273.

Harry Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 24 Oct 1883 in Place of birth not known. Date and place of death unknown.
Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds .

Herbert Rowe^{(1) (2)} was born on 12 Aug 1885 in Place of birth Bexleyheath, Kent.. ⁽⁴³⁾ (Some of the dates in the Family Bible have been altered. Where this has happened I have taken the last date shown. Note from:Brian.) He was living on 4 Nov 1939 in 62 Church Road, Bexleyheath, Kent.⁽³⁷⁾ He died in 1958 in Prestwich, Manchester, Lancs..⁽⁴⁶⁾ He was a Sen.Civil Servant M.O.D.
Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.

Children were: Arthur Herbert Rowe. From his first marriage to Edith May Matthews.

He was married to Louisa Bennett. Date and place of marriage not known following the death of his first wife whilst he was serving with the British Army.
Children were: Edward Rowe, Herbert ( Bert ) Edmond Rowe.

He was married to Edith May Matthews on 9 November 1912 at St Matthias Church, Canning Town in the Parish of West Ham.  Witnesses at this marriage were: Septimus Rowe, Harry Rowe, Rose Austin.  His occupation at this time is given as Gardener and his address as: 2 Oak Villas,Church Road, Bexleyheath.  On the death of his first wife Edith May Rowe (nee Matthews) the address on the Death Certificate is given as 21 Colegate Terrace, Chatham.  His occupation is shown as Colour Sgt. 3rd Royal West Kent Regt.

In the 1901 Census he is shown as aged 15,  residing with Francis Rowe, his mother at Hosely Cottage, Princes Street, Bexley. His occupation was Office Boy Builders.
Source:RG13, Piece 696, Folio 72, Page 18, Schedule No: 97.

Herbert ( Bert ) Edmond Rowe^{(1) (2)} died about 1970 in Manchester. He was born March 1924 Place of Birth not known.  .

 Parents: Herbert Rowe and Louisa Bennett.

Isabella Rowe was born abt. 1873 in Preston, Lancashire.
She Married Arthur J. Rowe date and place unknown.

Children were: Maggie I. Rowe.

In the 1901 Census she is shown as a Salvation Army Officer visiting 82, Heath Street, Hampstead, London .with her husband Arthur J. Rowe, also a Salvation Army Officer and daughter Maggie aged 2.
Source : RG13, Piece 120, Folio18, Page 28, Schedule no. 193.

Jean Ann Rowe^{(1) (2)} was born on 19 Mar 1943 in Maternity Home, Lavernock Road, Barnehurst, Kent.. ⁽⁴⁷⁾ Jean's parents at the time of her birth were then living at: 19 Chapel Road, Bexleyheath, Kent. She was baptized on 13 Jun 1943 in Christ Church, The Broadway, Bexleyheath.⁽⁴⁸⁾ She was a Purchasing Clerk before 1962 in Atlas Preservative Co., Fraser Road, Erith, Kent.. Note from Jean. "Dennis Thatcher was the proprietor of this paint and preservative manufacturer in Erith, Kent. He  married Margaret Thatcher (nee Roberts) in 1951, she became the first woman Prime Minister of Great Britain. Each morning he used to storm into the office, say to me "cigarettes" and I would have to go and buy him a packet. It was always difficult to get the money from him. Coincidentally Brian delivered leaflets for her in 1948 and 1950 (whilst he was on leave from the army) when she was a prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Dartford". Jean was a Housewife & Mother extraordinary. She was living in Mar 1962 in 28 Lavernock Road, Bexleyheath, Kent.. She was a Housekeeper & Cook before 1969 in the Malta High Commission Residence, London.
 Note from Brian. . "Jean worked at the Residence as Housekeeper etc. whilst I was Chauffeur, Butler, Valet, Bodyguard & general dogsbody. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable & interesting experience for both of us. Between us I think we were 'goosed' by Kings & Queens, Lords & Ladies more than we cuddled each other". Married Brian Albert Backhouse on 24 March 1972 after living together since 1962
Parents: Arthur Herbert Rowe and Annie Elizabeth Briggs.

Children were: Simon Rowe. (See Simon's entry).

She was married to Brian Albert Backhouse on 24 Mar 1972 in Bromley. ⁽⁴⁹⁾ A note from husband Brian.
"The surprising thing about Jean's Wedding Day (Friday 2 pm.) was - She didn't know she was getting married until 10 am. that morning).
I had the previous week borrowed £5. from Tony Mellish (money was always 'tight' and I was invariably skint) to purchase a Special Licence. This was as a result of Jean seeing a David Frost program on the television on "Love & Marriage". Following the program she asked me what it was like to be married. I thought that she felt she was missing something so I decided to surprise her.
I came off duty that morning from the Town Hall. (We were preparing for the yearly visit of the Lord Mayor of London). (I was Mayoral Chauffeur & Ceremonial Attendant at this time. The Mayor of Bromley at this time was Alderman Fred Packer).I  gave Jean £5 and said "Go and get your hair done as we are going to a wedding this afternoon" Then I told her whose. I personally think that this turned the occasion into the Wedding of the Year) Jean's face was a picture.
I have loved and cherished her from that day to this".

Children were: June Claire Backhouse, Frances Elizabeth Backhouse, Brian Arthur Albert Backhouse , Timothy Edward Backhouse, Kevin Matthew Backhouse.

Additional note 9 February 2004 by Brian.

"Over the years before we were married Jean was called various names by members of my maternal family because we weren't married..  I have since found out that my Maternal Grandmother had several children "out of wedlock" and not necessarily by the same father. Two faced I believe you call that"

Kate Jane Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 21 Dec 1877 in Bexleyheath, Kent. Date and place of death unknown.
Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.
In the 1881 Census she was residing with her parents and siblings at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. ( a scholar aged 3).FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11   Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

Maggie I. Rowe was born abt 1899 in Sheffield , Yorkshire.

Parents were: Arthur J. Rowe and Isabella Rowe.

In the 1901 Census she is shown as  visiting 82, Heath Street, Hampstead, London .with her parents Arthur J. Rowe and Isabella Rowe.
Source : RG13, Piece 120, Folio18, Page 28, Schedule no. 193.

Minnie Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 10 Mar 1876 in Bexleyheath, Kent. Date and place of death unknown
Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds .
In the 1881 Census she was residing with her parents and siblings at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. (a Scholar aged 5).
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

Ronald Rowe was born abt. 1895 in  Bexley, Kent

Parents were William Rowe (b.1869) and Elizabeth Row

In the 1901 Census the Ronald is residing with his parents and siblings at Albert Road, Bexley, Kent. He is shown as aged 6..

Septimus Charles Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 18 Sep 1880 in Bexleyheath, Kent. Date and place of death unknown.
. Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.
In the 1881 Census he was residing with his parents and siblings at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. ( aged 6 months).
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

In the 1901 Census he was residing as a boarder at165 Hampstead Road, St. Pancras, London. His occupation is shown as being a Corn Dealers Assistant.
Source :RG13, Piece 131, Folio 87, Page 8, Schedule no. 64.

Simon Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 21 Nov 1961 in Farnborough Hospital, Bromley, Kent. He was adopted in 1962 in Bexleyheath, Kent..⁽⁵⁰⁾ Note By Brian.
In the early 1960s illegitimate children were frowned upon. In this modern day and age Jean would have been a single parent strongly supported by all.
Then, unfortunately, it was near enough compulsory to have your illigitimate child adopted.
The great pity is that I walked with Jean to the Magistrates home when Jean had to sign the adoption papers. We didn't know then of course that we would become as one. With the terrible experiences that Jean had prior to our meeting and subsequently joining together she wasn't to know any different. I, at that time didn't know of Simon. Had I known he would now bear the name of Backhouse. If ever Simon reads this I sincerely hope that he bears his mother no ill will. The fact of his adoption was taken out of her hands. After all these years she still thinks of and mentions him constantly.
The pregnancy came about when a photographer who had a business next door to the shop seduced Jean, who at that time worked at a Grocers (Robert Jackson, Widmore Street) in London.
When Jean told him she was pregnant, his answer was "Tough! So is my wife". I did in fact catch up with him around 1967 when I saw a picture of a naked woman in his photographic shop (Jean's face but not her body) whilst I was chauffeur to the High Commissioner for Malta. The H.C. remarked to me how much like Jean the photo looked. (He didn't know of the connection of course. Neither did I at this particular point although I knew a little of the story). The eventual encounter between him & me was brief but greatly satisfactory to me.
NB. 7 July 1999 - Jean has now written a letter to Simon, I do so hope he does get to read it.
Parents: Jean Ann Rowe.

Note 27 September 1999 from Brian:In the letter to Simon below Jean states that we have been married for 37 years.  As I have stated in the entry relating to Jean & I we have in fact only been married legally for 27 years, having lived together ("in sin" it used to be called) for 10 years. As my Jean says "What difference does a piece of paper make?  Having made a commitment it's the same as being married". 
Sorry if this has caused some confusion. 

Stanley Rowe was born 1bt 1897 in  Bexley, Kent.

Parents were: William Rowe and Elizabeth Rowe

In the 1901 Census the Stanley is residing with his parents and siblings at Albert Road, Bexley, Kent. He is shown as aged 4.

Thomas Henry Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 25 Sep 1868 in Sydenham, (Then Kent). (The 1901 Census states Penge) He died about 1 Feb 1914 in Bexleyheath, Kent.. He was buried on 10 Feb 1914 in Bexleyheath Cemetary, Bexleyheath, Kent. ⁽⁵¹⁾ Note from Jean . On searching the cemetery on 1 July 1999 the location of the grave of Thomas Henry and his parents was not found. Thomas was 46 when he died, his father 59 years, his brother 26 years. The mother Francis was 87 years.

He married Isabella Mackie place and date unknown

Children were: Annie Rowe, William Rowe,

Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.

In the 1881 Census he was residing with his parents and siblings  at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. (a Scholar aged 12).
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

In the 1901 Census he is shown as a Waterproof Garment Maker residing at 6 Alma Street, Ardwick, Manchester with his wife Isabella (aged 32) a dress maker working from home and their two children Annie (aged 11) & William (aged 10).  Also with them is Isabella's  mother Annie Mackie, a dress maker working from home, aged 70. who is shown as a British Subject from Canada.
Source:- RG13, Piece 3675, Folio 91, Page 40, Schedule no.281

William Rowe was born abt. 1891 in Manchester

Parents were:- Thomas Henry Rowe and Isabella Mackie.

In the 1901 Census he is shown as living with his parents and sibling at 6 Alma Street, Ardwick, Manchester.
Source:- RG13, Piece 3675, Folio 91, Page 40, Schedule no.281

William (Senr.) Rowe Was born abt. 1810 in Kilkhampton, Cornwall.  He married Mary Oyler (date and place not known). The 1881 Census shows William & his Wife Mary were residing at St Butchers Shop and House (On W Side of Turnpike), Linton with their Grandson George Rowe aged 7, a scholar  William's occupation is shown as a Blacksmith (Master).

Children were: William Rowe

William Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 17 Mar 1838/39 in Thorncombe, Dorset.. He died about 7 Mar 1895 in Bexleyheath, Kent.. He was buried on 15 Mar 1895 in Bexleyheath Cemetery, Bexleyheath, Kent. ⁽⁵²⁾ Note from Jean . We searched the Cemetery on 1 July 1999 but did not find the grave.

He was married to Francis (aka.Fanny) Edmonds at Camberwell, London in December 1867
Source: Free BMD District Camberwell, Vol. 1d, page 861
In the 1881 Census he and Francis were residing at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent .his occupation is shown as a gardener.
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

Parents were: William (Senr.) Rowe and Mary Oyler

. Children were: Thomas Henry Rowe, William Rowe, Arthur Rowe, George Rowe,
Fanny AKA Annie Elizabeth Rowe, Minnie Rowe, Kate Jane Rowe, Annie Maud Rowe,
 Septimus Charles Rowe, Alice May Rowe, Harry Rowe, Herbert Rowe.

William Rowe⁽²⁾ was born on 5 Nov 1869 in Camberwell, (Then Surrey). Date and place of death unknown.

He married Elizabeth Rowe (maiden name not yet known) place and date not yet known.

Children were: William Rowe,  Ronald Rowe,  Stanley Rowe.

Parents: William Rowe and Francis Edmonds.

In the 1881 Census he was residing with his parents and siblings at: Victoria Street, Knowsley Cottage, Bexley, Kent. (a Scholar aged 11).
FHL Film 1341204 PRO Ref RG11  Piece 0861 Folio 43  Page 35.

In the 1901 Census William is shown as aged 31, a Grocer's Porter living at Albert Road, Bexley, Kent with his wife Elizabeth and three sons William, Ronald and Stanley.  His place of birth is shown here as  London, Forest Hill.
Source: RG13 Piece 699 Folio77 page 32 Schedule Number 194

William Rowe was born abt. 1894 in Bexley, Kent

Parents were:  William Rowe and Elizabeth Rowe (MNNYK)

In the 1901 Census the younger William is residing with his parents and siblings at Albert Road, Bexley, Kent. He is shown as aged 7.

George Ruck unknown date and place of birth.  
He was married to Mary Briggs 13 October1853

Caroline Sharp was born abt.1833 in Wye, Kent.  She married William Briggs date and place unknown.

Children were: Albert Henry Briggs

Parents were: Hannah Sharp

In the 1881 Census she was residing at The Lees, Boughton Aluph, Kent, aged 48.   Occupation: Wife
Source FHL Film 1341227 PRO Ref RG11 Piece 0951  Folio 53  Page 14

Hannah Sharp was born abt. 1808 in Wye Kent.
In the 1881 Census she was residing at The Lees, Boughton Aluph, Kent.  Shown as Widowed. Relationship: Mother in Law, aged 73.

Children were: Caroline Sharp
In the 1881 Census she was residing at The Lees, Boughton Aluph, Kent, aged 48.  
Source FHL Film 1341227 PRO Ref RG11 Piece 0951  Folio 53  Page 14

Richard Simmonds⁽²⁾

Children were: Sarah Simmonds.

Sarah Simmonds^{(1) (2)} was born on 28 Feb 1965 in Bushey, Hertfordshire.
. Parents: Richard Simmonds and Coral Fitzsimons

She was married to Brian Arthur Albert Backhouse on 8 Nov 1986 in Registry Office, Fenny Stratford. She was divorced from Brian about 1992 in Milton Keynes. Children were: Hollie Backhouse.

Ann Slade was born abt 1841 in Brightwaltham, Berkshire. She married Jesse Aubrey 7 September 1859 in Brightwaltham

Children were: William Aubrey, Annie M Aubrey, Charles D Aubrey, Ernest Aubrey,
                       Arthur Aubrey,  Kate Aubrey, Elizabeth Aubrey, Albert F. Aubrey, Clara E. Aubrey

I understand from Steve & Pat Aubrey  that Ann and Jesse had in total sixteen children.  Four died of childhood illnesses and a further two as a result of accidents in adulthood.  A further son was killed in 1917 on the third battle of Ypres,  (Passchendaele)

In the 1881 CensusAnn is shown as aged 40 living with her husband and children at Old Farm, Bradfield, Berkshire

Graham Smith^{(1) (2)} Date and place of Birth unknown. He married Sarah Simmonds following her divorce from Brian Arthur Albert Backhouse

Hilda Grace Smith was born 26 May 1914 (possibly Bridgewater) and died 15 July 1990. She married William George Bond (date and place not yet known).

Children were: Brida Ann Bond

Brida tells me her mother was in service at a Mansion called Maunsell House, North Newton, Bridgewater. Hilda was the second eldest of eight children and left a letter that Brida found in a drawer after her passing, detailing a little of her history. ( Yet again an example of the foresight of the people of that generation). 
She lived in a cottage called Canal Cottage at Ford Gate Nr. Bridgewater.

Elsie C. Snook

Harriett Mary Snook was born abt. 1865 in Hannington, Wiltshire.  She died 20 February 1898. in the Royal Berks Hospital, Reading  of Pyaemia Pneumonia.
The Death Certificate states she was the wife of  Ernest Aubrey a General labourer of Bradfield, Berks and that she was aged 32.  The informant was not her husband but the Chief Resident Surgeon of the Royal Berks Hospital Reading,  H.W.Jackson MB on the 22 February 1898., who also certified the cause of death. The Registrar was Wm. L. Walker
Source: Certified Copy of an Entry of Death No: 366 in the Registration District of Reading, 1898 Death in the Sub-district of St Giles in the County of Reading;.  No: DAZ 058194 dated 12 February 2003, Application Number Y 524004.

She married Ernest Aubrey on 29 March1894 in Bradfield, Berkshire.

Parents were: Herbert Snook

Children were: Stanley EV Aubrey   Herbert Aubrey

Information re marriage and death given to me by Pat and Steve Aubrey
Information re birth taken from the 1881 Census, the Christening from the IGI Batch No: C152671, Dates 1571 - 1877 Source Call No: 1279305.  Type: Film

In the 1881 Census Harriett is shown as aged 16 living with her father and siblings at The Bridge, Hannington,Wiltshire.
Source: FHL Film 1341486, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 2014, Folio 107, Page 12

Herbert Snook was born abt. 1821 East Knoyle, Wiltshire. 

Children were: Harriett M Snook, Emily S Snook, Louisa A Snook, Beatrice F Snook, Elsie C Snook
                       Fred H J Snook

In the 1881 Census Herbert is shown as a Widower aged 60 living with his family at The Bridge, Hannington, Wiltshire.  His occupation is a Thrashing Machine Proprietor
Source: FHL Film 1341486, PRO Ref RG11, Piece 2014, Folio 107, Page 12

Cathleen Sparks⁽²⁾ was born on 23 Jul 1919.

She was married to Charles Gibbs. Children were: Irene Gibbs.

Grace Spinks date and place of birth not yet known.

She married Frederick John  Backhouse in 1911 at Greenwich and was widowed in 1917

Children were: Frederick Backhouse

Sarah Spratt was born at Hothfield, Kent about 1651.  She married Aufrey Briggs at Hothfield on 8 September 1672

Children were: John Briggs

Margery Stacey^{(1) (2)} Date and place of birth unknown.  Date and place of death unknown.

Children were: James Yeo, Thomas Yeo , John Yeo, William Yeo, Mary Yeo, Elizabeth Yeo.

Louisa Bryan Stawell (see entry under Louisa Bryan Backhouse as under)

Louisa Backhouse (maiden name not known) was born abt. 1868 in Bath, Somerset.. She was married to Joseph Backhouse, in Bath, September 1885. Source, Free BMD: Bath, Vol 5c, page 975

Source re Birth: Free BMD, Bath, March 1868, Vol. 5c, page 699

Children were: Adolphus Backhouse

In the 1901 Census she is shown as living at Myrtle Hill, Garnant, Carmarthenshire, Wales with her husband and son.
Source: RG13, Piece 5108, Folio 138, Page 25, Schedule No: 122

Daniel Blue Stone^{(1) (2)} was born on 13 Feb 1986 in Reigate, Surrey. He was a Schoolboy in 1999 in Leon School, Bletchley.
Parents: Roger Stone and June Claire Backhouse.

Roger Stone⁽²⁾ Date and place of birth not known.  He was for a while the partner of
June Claire Backhouse.

Children were: Daniel Blue Stone.

James Swaffer Date and place of birth unknown. He was married to Mary Briggs on 29 December 1793.

Nelly Tabary was born about 1871 probably in France.  See entry under Nelly Backhouse

Alice Toye was born in France abt. 1872. she married Frank H Adamson date and place not yet known.

Children were:  Marie Helen Lydia Adamson

In the 1901 Census Alice is shown as aged 29,  residing at 135 Harley Road, Willesdon, Middlesex with her husband Frank and daughter Marie.
Source RG13, Piece 1216, Folio 12, page15,  Schedule No: 82

Arthur William Thompson⁽²⁾ was born in 1885. He was buried on 21 Feb 1930 in Charlton Cemetary, Charlton. ⁽⁵³⁾ in the same grave as William Henry Harrison. He died about 19 Feb 1930 in Bexley Mental Hospital, Dartford, Kent.⁽⁵⁴⁾ I understand that prior to his illness he was working at the United Glass Blowers in Charlton.
He was married to Edith (Ede) Harrison Date not known. Note from Brian. Although Aunt Ede's son Cyril is still living (or he was in 1999) I do not know how to contact him. The entries I am making are from memory and are not necessarily in the correct name or date order.

Children were: Cyril Thompson, Reginald Thompson, Frederick Thompson

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