My Claydon Family
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John Claydon1
M, #1, d. 4 June 1853
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 14 March 1840) |
| Mother | Amey Hurks |
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Family: Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790)
| Son | Thomas Claydon+ (d. 1888) |
| Son | James Claydon (d. about 1817) |
| Son | James Claydon |
| Son | Joseph Claydon+ (d. 1895) |
| Daughter | Jane Claydon |
| Son | Robert Claydon (d. 1911) |
| Son | George Claydon |
| Son | George Claydon |
| Son | Uriah Claydon+ (d. 24 May 1895) |
| Daughter | Elizabeth Claydon |
| Son | William Claydon+ (b. about 1813, d. 1885) |
| Son | James Claydon (b. 1824) |
Biography
John Claydon and Ann Hurrill were married on 8 February 1809 in St Nicholas, Witham, Essex.2 He died on 4 June 1853 in Witham, Essex, age 74.1 He was buried on 10 June 1853 in St Nicholas, Witham, Essex, age 78.1
John Claydon was christened on 24 January 1779 in St Etheldreda, White Notley, Essex.3,1,4 He was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1851 in Chipping hill, Witham, Essex.3
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Ann Hurrill1
F, #2, b. 12 March 1790
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Parents
| Father | John Hurrill |
| Mother | Susannah Hurrel |
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Family: John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853)
| Son | Thomas Claydon+ (d. 1888) |
| Son | James Claydon (d. about 1817) |
| Son | James Claydon |
| Son | Joseph Claydon+ (d. 1895) |
| Daughter | Jane Claydon |
| Son | Robert Claydon (d. 1911) |
| Son | George Claydon |
| Son | George Claydon |
| Son | Uriah Claydon+ (d. 24 May 1895) |
| Daughter | Elizabeth Claydon |
| Son | William Claydon+ (b. about 1813, d. 1885) |
| Son | James Claydon (b. 1824) |
Biography
Ann Hurrill was born on 12 March 1790.2 She and John Claydon were married on 8 February 1809 in St Nicholas, Witham, Essex.1 She was buried on 8 June 1836 in St Nicholas, Witham, Essex, Age 46.3
Ann Hurrill was also known as Ann Claydon.1 She was baptized on 2 May 1790 in St Nicolas, Witham, Essex.2
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William Claydon1
M, #3, b. about 1813, d. 1885
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Family: Mary Ann Bridge (d. 19 August 1841)
| Daughter | Sarah Ann Claydon+ |
Biography
William Claydon was born about 1813 in Witham, Essex.1 He and Mary Ann Bridge were married on 25 December 1838 in Witham, Essex.2 He and Jane Bridge were married in 1845 in Witham, Essex, June qtr 1845 12 449 Witham.1,3 He and Ann Green were married in 1864 in Witham, Essex, Mar qtr 4a 365.1,3 He died in 1885, at age ~72, in Braintree, Essex, June qtr age 72 4a 318.3
William Claydon was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Church Street, Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1851 in Bridge street, Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Bridge street, Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Bridge street, Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in 6 Bridge Street, Witham, Essex.1
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Thomas Claydon1
M, #4, d. 1888
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Family: Emma Sprigs (b. about 1814)
| Daughter | Emma Claydon+ |
| Daughter | Ann Claydon (b. 1838) |
| Daughter | Charlotte Claydon (b. about 1841, d. 1857) |
| Son | Joseph Claydon+ (b. 1846) |
| Daughter | Susannah Claydon (b. 1848) |
Biography
Thomas Claydon and Emma Sprigs were married on 12 December 1835 in St Michael Archangel, Braintree, Essex.2,3 He died in 1888 in Chelmsford, Essex, March qtr age 74 4a 267.2
Thomas Claydon was christened on 13 July 1814 in Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1851 in Chipping hill, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Church street, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Moat Farm cottage, Chipping hill, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Creeds Farm House, Chatley, Great Leighs, Essex.2
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James Claydon1
M, #5, d. about 1817
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Biography
James Claydon died about 1817 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.2
James Claydon was christened on 2 June 1816 in Witham, Essex.1
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James Claydon1
M, #6
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Biography
James Claydon was buried on 22 April 1824 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.2
James Claydon was christened on 21 June 1818 in Witham, Essex.1
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Joseph Claydon1
M, #7, d. 1895
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Family 1: Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871)
| Son | William Claydon+ (d. 1914) |
| Son | Frederick Claydon+ (d. 1930) |
| Daughter | Charlotte Claydon |
| Daughter | Sarah Ann Claydon |
| Son | Walter Claydon+ |
| Son | Henry Claydon (d. 1871) |
| Son | Albert Claydon+ |
| Daughter | Eliza Claydon+ (b. 1844) |
| Son | James Claydon+ (b. 15 January 1852) |
Family 2: Rachel (b. about 1842, d. 1891)
| Son | George Henry Claydon (b. 1 May 1876) |
Biography
Joseph Claydon and Susanna Thurgood were married on 30 September 1843 in Terling, Essex.2 He and Rachel were married in 1874 in Witham, Essex, Sept qtr 1874 4a 516.3,1,4 He died in 1895 in Witham, Braintree, Essex, Mar qtr 1895 age 76 Braintree 4a 447.4
Joseph Claydon was christened on 27 August 1820 in Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Post Hall, Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Post Hall end, Witham, Essex.3 Is shown in the 1881 census age 61, with Rachel Claydon Daur in law age 39.
Mary Turner G/daur age 9 from Writtle Ess.
George Claydon G/son age 4 from Witham
Sidney Mason G/son age 2m Writtle Ess.
1891 census gives George age 14 as his son?
George Henry Chr 2 July 1876, parents Joseph & Rachel Witham bap 1837-1883.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.3
Mary Turner G/daur age 9 from Writtle Ess.
George Claydon G/son age 4 from Witham
Sidney Mason G/son age 2m Writtle Ess.
1891 census gives George age 14 as his son?
George Henry Chr 2 July 1876, parents Joseph & Rachel Witham bap 1837-1883.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.3
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Jane Claydon1
F, #8
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Biography
Jane Claydon and Charles Kellick were married in 1842 in Witham, Essex, Parish reg needs to be re read as the date I have is the 8 June 1842. But
the marriage is in the March qtr so the date must be wrong.2
the marriage is in the March qtr so the date must be wrong.2
Jane Claydon was also known as Jane Kellick.2 She was christened on 16 October 1822 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Post Hall, Witham, Essex.3
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Robert Claydon1
M, #9, d. 1911
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Biography
Robert Claydon died in 1911 in Dunmow, Essex, June qtr age 80 4a 392
Dunmow is the area for Braintree and Bocking where the Workhouse was.
Roberts age in the 1901 census was given as 70.2
Dunmow is the area for Braintree and Bocking where the Workhouse was.
Roberts age in the 1901 census was given as 70.2
Robert Claydon was christened on 19 February 1827 in Chippin Hill, Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Post Hall, Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1851 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Union Workhouse, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Springfield Prison, Rochester. Great Baddow, Chelmsford, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Union Workhouse, Rayne Dr Bocking, Braintree, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Union Workhouse, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1901 in Union Workhouse, Essex.3
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George Claydon1
M, #10
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Parents
| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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George Claydon was christened on 10 August 1829 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.1
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George Claydon1
M, #11
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| Father | John Claydon (d. 4 June 1853) |
| Mother | Ann Hurrill (b. 12 March 1790) |
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Biography
George Claydon and Amelia Woodward were married on 23 October 1857 in Witham, Essex, 1881 census with nephew Albert age 16 son of Joseph
George Railway plate layer. Albert a Railway porter.2
George Railway plate layer. Albert a Railway porter.2
George Claydon was christened on 10 June 1832 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Post Hall, Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Church street, Witham, Essex.3 He was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Church street, Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.3
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Emma Claydon1
F, #12
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Parents
| Father | Thomas Claydon (d. 1888) |
| Mother | Emma Sprigs (b. about 1814) |
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Family: Samuel Joslin (b. about 1844)
| Son | Samuel Harold Joslin (b. 1866, d. 1871) |
| Daughter | Beatrice Joslin (b. 1867) |
| Daughter | Emma Minnie Joslin (b. 1872) |
| Daughter | Laura Annie Joslin (b. 1873) |
| Son | Hugh Joslin (b. 1877) |
Biography
Emma Claydon and Samuel Joslin were married in 1865 in Witham, Essex, June qtr 4a 453.2
Emma Claydon was also known as Emma Joslin.2 She was christened on 13 April 1837 in Newland St Independent, Witham, Essex.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1841 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Sh? Hall Farm, Shalford, Essex.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Creeds, Chatley, Great Leighs, Essex.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Creeds Farm House, Chatley, Great Leighs, Essex.1
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Charles Kellick1
M, #13, b. about 1820
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Charles Kellick was born about 1820.1 He and Jane Claydon were married in 1842 in Witham, Essex, Parish reg needs to be re read as the date I have is the 8 June 1842. But
the marriage is in the March qtr so the date must be wrong.1
the marriage is in the March qtr so the date must be wrong.1
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- [S1] Marr Par Reg
Amelia Woodward1
F, #14, b. about 1836, d. 6 February 1884
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Amelia Woodward was born about 1836.1 She and George Claydon were married on 23 October 1857 in Witham, Essex, 1881 census with nephew Albert age 16 son of Joseph
George Railway plate layer. Albert a Railway porter.1 She died on 6 February 1884, at age ~48, in Church Street, Chipping hill, Witham, Essex, Personal estate £98 2s 11d 29 March 1884 of Amilia Claydon (wife of George Claydon) late of Witham in the county of Essex was granted at Ipswich to the said George Claydon of Church st Chipping Hill Witham Platelayer.2
George Railway plate layer. Albert a Railway porter.1 She died on 6 February 1884, at age ~48, in Church Street, Chipping hill, Witham, Essex, Personal estate £98 2s 11d 29 March 1884 of Amilia Claydon (wife of George Claydon) late of Witham in the county of Essex was granted at Ipswich to the said George Claydon of Church st Chipping Hill Witham Platelayer.2
Amelia Woodward was also known as Amelia Claydon.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Church street, Witham, Essex.3 She was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Church street, Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex.3
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Susanna Thurgood1
F, #15, b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871
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Family: Joseph Claydon (d. 1895)
| Son | William Claydon+ (d. 1914) |
| Son | Frederick Claydon+ (d. 1930) |
| Daughter | Charlotte Claydon |
| Daughter | Sarah Ann Claydon |
| Son | Walter Claydon+ |
| Son | Henry Claydon (d. 1871) |
| Son | Albert Claydon+ |
| Daughter | Eliza Claydon+ (b. 1844) |
| Son | James Claydon+ (b. 15 January 1852) |
Biography
Susanna Thurgood was born about 1824 in Terling, Essex.1 She and Joseph Claydon were married on 30 September 1843 in Terling, Essex.1 She died on 22 July 1871, at age ~47, in Witham, Essex, Sept quarter 1871.2,3
Susanna Thurgood was also known as Susanna Claydon.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Post Hall end, Witham, Essex.4
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Eliza Claydon1
F, #16, b. 1844
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Family 1:
| Daughter | Eliza Priscilla Claydon (d. 1871) |
Family 2: William Cook (b. about 1843)
| Daughter | Frances Emily Cook (b. 1870) |
Biography
Eliza Claydon was born in 1844 in Witham, Essex, Dec quarter 1844.1,2 She and William Cook were married on 23 December 1866 in Witham, Essex, William is a Soldier.3
Eliza Claydon was also known as Eliza Cook.3 She was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Elephant and Castle P Ho, High Street, Aldershot, Hampshire.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Chatham, Gillingham, Kent.1
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William Claydon1
M, #17, d. 1914
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Family: Emma Thompson (b. about 1849, d. 1926)
| Daughter | Mary Ann Claydon+ |
| Son | Arthur Henry Claydon |
| Son | William Samuel Claydon+ |
| Son | George Frederick Claydon+ |
| Daughter | Florence Emma Claydon |
| Daughter | Alice Jane E Claydon+ (b. March 1873) |
| Daughter | Emily Isabella Claydon (b. 1879, d. September 1879) |
| Daughter | Emily Matilda Claydon (b. 4 April 1880) |
| Son | Walter Edmund Claydon (b. 26 June 1883, d. 1909) |
| Daughter | Edith Emma Claydon (b. 12 November 1884) |
| Daughter | lottie Priscilla Claydon (b. 1886, d. 1887) |
| Son | Albert Edward Claydon (b. 1890, d. 16 November 1953) |
Biography
William Claydon and Emma Thompson were married on 23 May 1870 in Witham, Essex.2 He died in 1914 in Braintree, Essex, March qtr 1914 age 66 Braintree 4a 948.3
William Claydon was christened on 1 August 1847 in Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Post Hall end, Witham, Essex.4 He was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Witham, Essex.4 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Post hall end, Witham, Essex.4 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Post Hall end, Witham, Essex.4 He was enumerated on the census of 1901 in Parish of St Nicolas, Witham, Essex.4 He was enumerated on the census of 1911 in Poners Hall End, Withan, Braintree, Essex.4
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Frederick Claydon1
M, #18, d. 1930
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Family: Sarah Doe (b. about 1841)
| Son | George Henry Claydon+ |
| Daughter | Emily Claydon |
| Son | Arthur Edwards Claydon+ |
| Son | Charles Claydon (d. 1892) |
| Daughter | Elizabeth Ann Claydon |
Biography
Frederick Claydon and Sarah Doe were married in 1869 in Witham, Essex, March qtr 1869.2,3 He died in 1930 in Braintree, Essex, Sept qtr age 81 4a 727.3
Frederick Claydon was christened on 6 January 1850 in Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Post Hall end, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1871 in Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Church St, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Church st, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1901 in Church st, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1911 in Church Street, Witham, Essex.2
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James Claydon1
M, #19, b. 15 January 1852
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Family: Alice Brown (b. about 1861, d. 29 July 1925)
| Daughter | Lavinia Agnes Claydon+ (b. 1 February 1899, d. 2 April 1979) |
| Daughter | Amy Ellen Claydon (b. 4 August 1900, d. 1972) |
| Daughter | Margaret Charlotte Claydon+ (b. 2 May 1902, d. 16 May 1973) |
James Claydon born 1852 died 1927
Biography
James Claydon was born on 15 January 1852 in Chipping Hill, Witham, Essex, Registered 24 Feb 1852 by Susan Claydon, mother.1,2 He and Catherine Berry were married on 12 September 1874 in Independent Meeting House, Witham, Essex, Joseph Claydon father. James Berry brides father Catherines residence Great Coggershall. Both age 21.
Sarah Claydon and Frederick Sharp witness.1,2 He and Alice Brown were married on 14 September 1898 in Register Office, Maldon, Essex, Alice had 3 children by her first Marr. Harry, George and Rose Grayland.2 He was buried on 28 June 1927 in Wickham Bishops, Essex.3
Sarah Claydon and Frederick Sharp witness.1,2 He and Alice Brown were married on 14 September 1898 in Register Office, Maldon, Essex, Alice had 3 children by her first Marr. Harry, George and Rose Grayland.2 He was buried on 28 June 1927 in Wickham Bishops, Essex.3
Have photo of James scanned onto disc, photo borrowed from Lavinia's daughter Vera. James Claydon was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Post Hall end, Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Hadley Lane Cottage, Wickham Bishops, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Hadley Lane, Wickham Bishops, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1901 in Belvedon rd, Wickham Bishops, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1911 in Kelvedon Rd, Wickham Bishops, Witham, Essex.1
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Charlotte Claydon1
F, #20
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Charlotte Claydon was christened on 7 January 1855 in Witham, Essex.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Post Hall End, Witham, Essex.2
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Sarah Ann Claydon1
F, #21
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Biography
Sarah Ann Claydon was christened on 4 April 1858 in Witham, Essex.1 She was enumerated on the census of 1861 in Post Hall End, Witham, Essex.2
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Walter Claydon1
M, #22
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Family: Lavinia Emma Gowers (b. about 1866)
| Son | Thomas Claydon |
| Daughter | Margaret Ellen Claydon |
| Son | George Claydon (b. about 1885) |
Biography
Walter Claydon and Lavinia Emma Gowers were married on 20 November 1885 in Parish Church, Wickham Bishops, Essex, witness: Joseph Claydon and Lizzie leswell.2,3 He was buried on 12 February 1934 in Wickham Bishops, Essex, age is given as 73 at his death.4
Walter Claydon was christened on 12 April 1861 in Post Hall End, Witham, Essex.1,2 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Post Hall End, Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Handley Lane, Wickham Bishops, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1901 in Handleys lane Parish of St Bartholemew, Wickham Bishops, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1911 in Wickham Bishops, Wickham, Essex.2
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Henry Claydon1
M, #23, d. 1871
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Biography
Henry Claydon died in 1871 in Witham, Essex, March quarter 1871.2
Henry Claydon was christened on 16 May 1864 in Witham, Essex.1
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Albert Claydon1
M, #24
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Parents
| Father | Joseph Claydon (d. 1895) |
| Mother | Susanna Thurgood (b. about 1824, d. 22 July 1871) |
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Family: Alice (b. about 1861)
| Son | Cecil G Claydon+ (b. about 1889) |
| Daughter | Dorothy Claydon (b. about 1892) |
| Daughter | Edith M Claydon (b. about 1894) |
Biography
Albert Claydon was christened on 4 September 1864 in Witham, Essex.1 He was enumerated on the census of 1881 in Witham, Essex.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1891 in Mayland rd, Bures St Mary, West Suffolk.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1901 in Station Villa, Trimley St Mary, East Suffolk.2 He was enumerated on the census of 1911 in Station Road, Trimley, Suffolk.2
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Eliza Priscilla Claydon1
F, #25, d. 1871
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| Mother | Eliza Claydon (b. 1844) |
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Eliza Priscilla Claydon died in 1871 in Witham, Essex, March quarter 1871.2
Eliza Priscilla Claydon was christened on 15 September 1865 in Witham, Essex.1