Ghosts of Glanvilles

A One-Name Study on the surname "Glanville" & its variants

Person Page 1,134

Elizabeth Glanfield

Female, #33991, born circa May 1861
FatherJohn Glanfield (b. 1802, d. 1875)
MotherMary Jory (b. between 1819 and 1820, d. 1884)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Elizabeth Glanfield was born circa May 1861 in Morchard Bishop, DEV, ENG, registered Crediton.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Elizabeth Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in Shop & Farmhouse, Church Street, Morchard Bishop, DEV, ENG; recorded age 9, living with her parents.
  • Elizabeth was a scholar on 2 April 1871.

Susan Haycraft

Female, #33992, born between 1847 and 1848, died circa May 1872

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Susan Haycraft was born between 1847 and 1848 in Honiton, DEV, ENG.
     She was baptized on 21 January 1848 in the Parish Church, Honiton, DEV, ENG, Mary Ann Susan of Edward and Susan Haycraft, abode Honiton, coachmaker.
     She married Samuel Glanfield, son of Samuel Glanfield and Ann Williams, circa May 1868 in Exeter registered, DEV, ENG.
     She died circa May 1872 in Crediton registered, DEV, ENG; recorded age 22.

Alternate Names

Her married name was Glanfield. She was also known as Mary Ann Susan.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Susan Haycraft appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in Honiton, DEV, ENG; recorded age 13, living with her widowed father Edward, an ostler.
  • Susan was a lace maker on 7 April 1861.
  • She and Samuel Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 2 Rattle Street, Colebrooke, DEV, ENG; his age recorded 36, hers 24.

Frederick Charles Glanfield

Male, #33993, born circa February 1869, died circa August 1937
FatherSamuel Thomas Glanfield (b. between 1845 and 1846, d. circa 1911)
MotherElizabeth Frances White (b. between 1839 and 1840, d. circa 1914)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Frederick Charles Glanfield was born circa February 1869 in 2 Philips Terrace, Paddington, MDX, ENG, registered Kensington.
     He married Helen Elizabeth Burgess on 28 April 1890 in St Saviours church, Paddington, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~21) His age recorded 21, hers 20. Fathers named Samuel Thomas Glanfield tailor, John Burgess livery yard keeper.
Witnesses George Burgess, Edith Glanfield.
Registered Paddington.
     He died circa August 1937 in Willesden registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~68); recorded age 68.

Other Information

     Frederick and Helen Elizabeth Burgess had 9 children by the 1911 census, 5 deceased by that date.
     Frederick (when aged ~22) was present at the marriage of Albert John Ellis and Edith Glanfield on 24 October 1891 in St Luke church, Paddington, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 28, widower, hers 24 spinster. Fathers named Robert Rogers Ellis deceased merchant, Samuel Thomas Glanfield tailor.
Witnesses Frederick Charles Glanfield, Helen Elizabeth Glanfield.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Frederick Charles Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 2a Phillip Terrace, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 2, living with his parents.
  • He appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 41 Alfred Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 12, living with his parents.
  • Frederick was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • Frederick was a tailor on 28 April 1890.
  • As of 28 April 1890, Frederick Charles Glanfield and Helen Elizabeth Burgess lived at 1 Lanark Place, Paddington, MDX, ENG.
  • He appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in 129 Droop Street, Chelsea, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 22, hers 20.
  • Frederick was a musician on 5 April 1891.
  • Frederick was a tailor on 3 March 1901.
  • He and Helen Elizabeth Burgess appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in 74 Chippenham Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; his age recored 32, hers 31. George and Ada Burgess 22 and 27 in the same building, separate household.
  • Frederick was a tailor, maker on 2 April 1911.
  • He and Helen Elizabeth Burgess appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in 63 Drayton Road, Harlesden, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 41, hers 41.

Family: Helen Elizabeth Burgess (b. between 1870 and 1871)

DaughterDorothy Hilda Glanfield (b. circa 1890, d. circa 1890)
SonFrederick George Glanfield (b. circa 1893, d. circa 1893)
SonFrederick George Charles Glanfield+ (b. 1895)
SonVictor Wilfred Glanfield (b. circa 1897, d. circa 1897)
SonGodfrey John Glanfield (b. circa 1898, d. circa 1961)
SonWilfred Edwin Glanfield (b. circa 1901, d. circa 1907)
DaughterHelen Florence Glanfield (b. circa 1904)
DaughterMay Dorothy Glanfield (b. between 1907 and 1908)
DaughterViolet Glanfield (b. circa 1912)

Florence Elizabeth Glanfield

Female, #33994, born circa February 1872, died circa May 1926
FatherSamuel Thomas Glanfield (b. between 1845 and 1846, d. circa 1911)
MotherElizabeth Frances White (b. between 1839 and 1840, d. circa 1914)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Florence Elizabeth Glanfield was born circa February 1872 in Harrow Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG, registered Kensington.
     She died circa May 1926 in Paddington registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~54); recorded age 54.

Other Information


     Florence (when aged ~27) was present at the marriage of George Rigden and Nellie Glanfield on 4 April 1899 in St Johns Kensal Green, St Luke, Chelsea, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 29, hers 22. Fathers named Frederick Castle Rigden insurance agent, Samuel Glanfield tailor.
Witnesses Florence Glanfield, Samuel Thos. Glanfield
Registered Chelsea.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Florence Elizabeth Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 41 Alfred Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 9, living with her parents.
  • Florence was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in 51 St Lukes Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 19, living with her parents.
  • Florence was a dressmaker on 5 April 1891.
  • She appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in 41 Craven Park Road, Willesden, MDX, ENG; recorded age 29, living with her parents.
  • Florence was a dressmaker on 31 March 1901.
  • She appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in 32 Westbourne Terriace, Harrow Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 39.
  • Florence was a dressmaker on 2 April 1911.

Nellie Glanfield

Female, #33995, born circa May 1876
FatherSamuel Thomas Glanfield (b. between 1845 and 1846, d. circa 1911)
MotherElizabeth Frances White (b. between 1839 and 1840, d. circa 1914)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Nellie Glanfield was born circa May 1876 in Paddington, MDX, ENG, registered Kensington.
     She married George Rigden on 4 April 1899 in St Johns Kensal Green, St Luke, Chelsea, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~22) his age recorded 29, hers 22. Fathers named Frederick Castle Rigden insurance agent, Samuel Glanfield tailor.
Witnesses Florence Glanfield, Samuel Thos. Glanfield
Registered Chelsea.

Alternate Names

Her married name was Rigden.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Nellie Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 41 Alfred Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 4
    , living with her parents.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in 51 St Lukes Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 14, living with her parents.
  • As of 4 April 1899, Nellie Glanfield lived at 16 Manor Terrace, Kensal Green, MDX, ENG.
  • She and George Rigden appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in 35 Lydford Road, Paddington, MDX, ENG; his age recordede 41, hers 34.

William Henry Glanfield

Male, #33996, born circa November 1843, died circa February 1910
FatherJames Glanfield (b. circa 1806, d. circa 1887)
MotherSusan Abbett (b. between 1811 and 1812, d. circa 1885)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

William Henry Glanfield was born circa November 1843 in Crediton, DEV, ENG, registered Crediton.
     He married Agatha Bright on 25 February 1866 in St Bartholomew's parish church, Bethnal Green, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~22) Both of full age, fathers named James Glanfield tailor, Joseph Bright tanner.
Witnesses Joseph Bright, , the mark of Elizabeth Cole
Registered Bethanl Green.
     He died circa February 1910 in St Olave Southwark registered, SRY, ENG, (when age calculated as ~66); recorded age 64.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • William Henry Glanfield appeared on the census of 30 March 1851 in Crediton, DEV, ENG; recorded age 7, living with his parents.
  • William was a scholar on 30 March 1851.
  • William was a tanner on 25 February 1866.
  • William was a tanner on 3 April 1881.
  • He and Agatha Bright appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 2 Royal Oak Ford, Bermondsey, SRY, ENG; his age recorded 47, hers 36.
  • William was recorded a "turner", at the marriage of son James on 13 February 1888.

Family: Agatha Bright (b. between 1844 and 1845, d. circa 1914)

SonWilliam Henry Glanfield (b. circa 1866, d. circa 1869)
SonJames Glanfield+ (b. circa 1868, d. circa 1918)
DaughterAgatha Mary Ann Glanfield (b. circa 1872)
DaughterAgatha Elizabeth Glanfield (b. circa 1874, d. circa 1875)

Lydia Glanfield

Female, #33997, born circa February 1842
FatherJames Glanfield (b. circa 1806, d. circa 1887)
MotherSusan Abbett (b. between 1811 and 1812, d. circa 1885)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Lydia Glanfield was born circa February 1842 in Crediton, DEV, ENG, registered Crediton.
     She was baptized in 1842 in Bible Christian church, Ashreigney or Ring's Ash, DEV, ENG, parents named James and Susan.
     She married James Yellon circa May 1864 in Exeter registered, DEV, ENG, (when age calculated as ~22.)

Alternate Names

Her married name was Yellon.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Lydia Glanfield appeared on the census of 30 March 1851 in Crediton, DEV, ENG; recorded age 9, living with her parents.
  • Lydia was a scholar on 30 March 1851.
  • She appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in Alphington Street, St Thomas, Exeter, DEV, ENG; recorded age 19, servant in the household of widowed Sarah Hawkins.
  • Lydia was a servant on 7 April 1861.
  • She appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 39 Pickering Place, Paddington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 29, married but husband not present.
  • Lydia was a dressmaker on 2 April 1871.

Alice Glanfield

Female, #33998, born circa May 1864
FatherSamuel Glanfield (b. between 1834 and 1835, d. circa 1905)
MotherMary Ann Bolt (b. between 1837 and 1838)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Alice Glanfield was born circa May 1864 in Crediton, DEV, ENG, registered Crediton.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Alice Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 2 Rattle Street, Colebrooke, DEV, ENG; recorded age 6, living with Samuel and Susan Glanfield.

William Bolt Glanfield

Male, #33999, born circa February 1858, died circa February 1860
FatherSamuel Glanfield (b. between 1834 and 1835, d. circa 1905)
MotherMary Ann Bolt (b. between 1837 and 1838)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

William Bolt Glanfield was born circa February 1858 in Crediton registered, DEV, ENG.
     He died circa February 1860 in Crediton registered, DEV, ENG, (when age calculated as ~2); recorded age 2.

Agatha Bright

Female, #34000, born between 1844 and 1845, died circa May 1914

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Agatha Bright was born between 1844 and 1845 in Bermondsey, SRY, ENG.
     She married William Henry Glanfield, son of James Glanfield and Susan Abbett, on 25 February 1866 in St Bartholomew's parish church, Bethnal Green, MDX, ENG, Both of full age, fathers named James Glanfield tailor, Joseph Bright tanner.
Witnesses Joseph Bright, , the mark of Elizabeth Cole
Registered Bethanl Green.
     She died circa May 1914 in St Olave Southwark registered, SRY, ENG; recorded age 69.

Alternate Names

Her married name was Glanfield.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Agatha Bright and William Henry Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 2 Royal Oak Ford, Bermondsey, SRY, ENG; his age recorded 47, hers 36.
  • She appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in 22 Parish Street S.E., Bermondsey, SRY, ENG; recorded age 66, widowed.
  • Agatha was on parish relief on 2 April 1911.

Family: William Henry Glanfield (b. circa 1843, d. circa 1910)

SonWilliam Henry Glanfield (b. circa 1866, d. circa 1869)
SonJames Glanfield+ (b. circa 1868, d. circa 1918)
DaughterAgatha Mary Ann Glanfield (b. circa 1872)
DaughterAgatha Elizabeth Glanfield (b. circa 1874, d. circa 1875)

James Glanfield

Male, #34001, born circa November 1868, died circa February 1918
FatherWilliam Henry Glanfield (b. circa 1843, d. circa 1910)
MotherAgatha Bright (b. between 1844 and 1845, d. circa 1914)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

James Glanfield was born circa November 1868 in Bermondsey, SRY, ENG, registered St Mary Magdalene.
     He married Emily Hansford on 13 February 1888 in St James the Great, London, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~19) his age recorded 22, hers 23. Fathers named William Glanfield turner, Alfred Hansford greengrocer.
Witnesses JB Lord, the mark of Jane Webb.
     He died circa February 1918 in Basford registered, NTT, ENG, (when age calculated as ~49); recorded age 49.

Other Information

     James and Emily Hansford had 7 children by the 1911 census, all still living at that date.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • James Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 2 Royal Oak Ford, Bermondsey, SRY, ENG; recorded age 12, living with his parents.
  • James was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • As of 13 February 1888, James Glanfield and Emily Hansford lived at Bethnal Green, MDX, ENG.
  • James was a butcher on 13 February 1888.
  • He and Emily Hansford appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in 39 Larnaca Street, Bermondsey, SRY, ENG; his age recorded 23, hers 26.
  • James was a general labourer on 5 April 1891.
  • He and Emily Hansford appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in 15 Stoney Street, Beeston, NTT, ENG; his age recorded 32, hers 36.
  • James was a point holder railway on 31 March 1901.
  • He and Emily Hansford appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in 32 Albert Road, Silver Hill, Beeston, NTT, ENG; his age recorded 43, her 47.
  • James was a pointholder, railway on 2 April 1911.

Family: Emily Hansford (b. between 1864 and 1865, d. 1928)

DaughterEmily Agatha Glanfield (b. circa 1888)
DaughterFlorence Glanfield (b. circa 1890)
SonWilliam Henry James Glanfield+ (b. 1896, d. 1948)
SonArchibald Glanfield+ (b. 1899, d. 1990)
DaughterMay Glanfield (b. circa 1901)
SonSidney Glanfield (b. 1904, d. 2005)
SonAlbert Glanfield (b. 1907, d. circa 1989)

Agatha Mary Ann Glanfield

Female, #34002, born circa February 1872
FatherWilliam Henry Glanfield (b. circa 1843, d. circa 1910)
MotherAgatha Bright (b. between 1844 and 1845, d. circa 1914)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Agatha Mary Ann Glanfield was born circa February 1872 in Bermondsey, SRY, ENG, registered St Olave. London Mddx recorded in 1891 census.
     She married Thomas Durrant circa August 1892 in Guildford registered, SRY, ENG, (when age calculated as ~20.)

Alternate Names

Her married name was Durrant.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Agatha Mary Ann Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 2 Royal Oak Ford, Bermondsey, SRY, ENG; recorded age 9, living with her parents.
  • Agatha was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in The Elms, Stoke next Guildford, SRY, ENG; recorded age 22, servant in household of Thomas Thompson widowed army general.
  • Agatha was a housemaid in domestic service on 5 April 1891.
  • She and Thomas Durrant appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in Belle Fields, Stoke next Guildford, SRY, ENG; his age recorded 31, hers 29.

Bessie Glanfield

Female, #34003, born circa November 1862
FatherJohn Glanfield (b. between 1843 and 1844, d. circa 1924)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Bessie Glanfield was born circa November 1862 in Colebrooke, DEV, ENG, mothers maiden name Glanfield or omitted at registration.
     She married Robert William Winter circa May 1900 in Exeter registered, DEV, ENG, (when age calculated as ~37.)

Alternate Names

Her married name was Winter.

Other Information


      It is possible that Bessie was a child of John's sister Emma or Mary.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Bessie Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in Colebrooke, DEV, ENG; recorded age 8, living as granddaughter to widowed Mary Glanfield and her unmarried son John.
  • Bessie was a scholar on 2 April 1871.
  • She appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in Copplestone, DEV, ENG; recorded age 18, living a niece to John Glanfield and his widowed mother.
  • Bessie was a machinist on 3 April 1881.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in Coplestone, Colebrooke, DEV, ENG; recorded age 23, living at niece to John and his widowed mother.
  • She appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in Copplestone, Crediton, DEV, ENG; recorded age 37, married but husband not present. Living as niece to John Glanfield. 7mth old daughter witih her.
  • She and Robert William Winter appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in Station House, Copplestone, DEV, ENG; his age recorded 52, hers 45.

William Henry Arnold

Male, #34004, born between 1836 and 1837

Birth, Marriage and Death information

William Henry Arnold was born between 1836 and 1837 in Barnstaple, DEV, ENG.
     He married Mary Glanfield, daughter of William Glanfield and Anne Channon, on 15 August 1868 in the Parish Church, Ilfracombe, DEV, ENG, both of full age, fathers named Robert Arnold confectionar, William Glanfield painter.
Married by licence.
Witnesses HH Arnold, Ellen Glanfield, Elizabeth Annie Eliza Glanfield, Fanny Glanfield.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • As of 15 August 1868, William Henry Arnold lived at Barnstaple, DEV, ENG.
  • William was a confectioner on 15 August 1868.
  • William was a confectioner employing 3 boys on 2 April 1871.
  • He and Mary Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 49 High Street, Barnstaple, DEV, ENG; his age recordd 34, hers 35. Living as Son-in-law and daughter to widowed Ann Glanfield.

Sarah Back

Female, #34005, born between 1826 and 1827

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Sarah Back was born between 1826 and 1827 in Colebrooke, DEV, ENG, Crediton recorded in 1871 census.
     She married John Glanfield, son of William Glanfield and Elizabeth Avery, on 19 June 1850 in St Pancras, MDX, ENG, both of full age, bachelor and spinster. Fathers named William Glanfield tailor, John Back shoemaker. Witnesss Henry Standage, Mary Grimshade?
Registered St Pancras.

Alternate Names

Her married name was Glanfield. She was also known as Susan recorded in 1851 census.

Other Information


     Sarah was present at the marriage of Charles William Beckley and Elizabeth Jane Glanfield on 13 May 1871 in St Mary parish church, Kilburn, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 19, hers 20, bachelor and spinster. Married by Licence.
Fathers named George Beckley Sadler John Glanfield gentleman.
Witnesses Francis Dennis, Sarah Glanfield
registered Hampstead.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • As of 19 June 1850, Sarah Back lived at Exmouth Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG.
  • She and John Glanfield appeared on the census of 30 March 1851 in 3 Howland Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 25, hers 24.
  • She and John Glanfield appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in 18 Francis Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG; both with recorded age 34. With them sisters in law Fanny and Eliza Back, born Crediton, and cousin George Avery.
  • Sarah was a butchers wife on 7 April 1861.
  • She and John Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 16 Norland Road, Hammersmith, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 48, hers 41.
  • She appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 17 Blargrove Road, Kensington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 56, widowed.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in 76 Cagmore Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 48, widow.

Family: John Glanfield (b. before 1825, d. 1877)

DaughterElizabeth Jane Glanfield+ (b. circa 1851)
SonFrank Glanfield (b. circa 1852, d. circa 1867)

Elizabeth Jane Glanfield

Female, #34006, born circa February 1851
FatherJohn Glanfield (b. before 1825, d. 1877)
MotherSarah Back (b. between 1826 and 1827)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Elizabeth Jane Glanfield was born circa February 1851 in St Pancras, MDX, ENG, registered St Pancras.
     She married Charles William Beckley on 13 May 1871 in St Mary parish church, Kilburn, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~20) his age recorded 19, hers 20, bachelor and spinster. Married by Licence.
Fathers named George Beckley Sadler John Glanfield gentleman.
Witnesses Francis Dennis, Sarah Glanfield
registered Hampstead.
     She married Joseph Messinger on 18 October 1884 in the parish church, Kentish Town, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~33) His age recorded 33, hers 33, bachelor and widow. Fathers named Maurice Abraham Messenger *** manufacturer, John Glanfield butcher. Married by licence, witnesses Charles Kentish, Henrietta Wiltsher.
Elizabeth marrying as Elizabeth Jane Beckley, registered Pancras.

Alternate Names

Her married name was Messinger. Her married name was Beckley.

Other Information


     Elizabeth was married 2 times.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Elizabeth Jane Glanfield appeared on the census of 30 March 1851 in 3 Howland Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG; recorded age 1month, living with her parents.
  • She appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in 18 Francis Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG; recorded age 10, living with her parents.
  • She appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 9 St Stephens Road, Hammersmith, MDX, ENG; recorded age 19, visitor in household of George and Eliza Beckley.
  • As of 13 May 1871, Elizabeth Jane Glanfield lived at Kilburn, MDX, ENG.
  • She appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 17 Blargrove Road, Kensington, MDX, ENG; recorded age 28, married, husband not present, living with her widowed mother.
    Children Alice M Beckley 8 born Shepherds Bush, Florence E Beckley 6 Edith F Beckley 4 and Ernest J Beckley 2 all born St Pancras, with her.
  • Elizabeth was a cashier on 3 April 1881.
  • She and Joseph Messinger appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in 76 Cagmore Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 45, hers 40.

Family 1: Charles William Beckley (b. circa 1851)

DaughterEdith Frances Beckley (b. circa 1876)

Family 2: Joseph Messinger (b. between 1845 and 1846)

SonErnest John Beckley (b. circa 1878)

Frederick William Glanfield

Male, #34007, born circa November 1852
FatherWilliam Glanfield (b. 1827, d. circa 1871)
MotherCatherine Sobey (b. between 1834 and 1835, d. circa 1860)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Frederick William Glanfield was born illegitimate circa November 1852 in Marylebone, MDX, ENG; registered St Pancras. Crediton Devon recorded in 1871 census with John/Sarah. St Pancras recorded in 1871 census with his father. Mother's maiden named recorded Sobey.

Alternate Names

He was also known as Fred recorded in 1871 & 1881 censuses, Fred William at birth.

Other Information


      Circa May 1884 the death of a 30 year old Frederick Glanfield was registered Pancras.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Frederick William Glanfield appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in 68 Ledbury Road, Marylebone, MDX, ENG; recorded age 9, living as grandson to William and Elizabeth Glanfield.
  • Frederick was a scholar on 7 April 1861.
  • He appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 16 Norland Road, Hammersmith, MDX, ENG; recorded age 8, living with John and Sarah (nee Back) Glanfield, relationship unspecified.
  • He appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 29 Francis Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG; recorded age 18, living with his father and stepmother.
  • He appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 29 Frances Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG; recorded age 18, visitor in household of widowed Emma Sampson born Colford, Devonshire (she was his aunt.)
  • Frederick was a grocer on 3 April 1881.

Frank Glanfield

Male, #34008, born circa August 1852, died circa February 1867
FatherJohn Glanfield (b. before 1825, d. 1877)
MotherSarah Back (b. between 1826 and 1827)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Frank Glanfield was born circa August 1852 in Marylebone, MDX, ENG, registered Marylebone.
     He died circa February 1867 in Marylebone registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~14); recorded age 14.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Frank Glanfield appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in 18 Francis Street, St Pancras, MDX, ENG; recorded age 8, living with his parents.

George Richard Griggs

Male, #34009, born before 1830, died before 1881

Birth, Marriage and Death information

George Richard Griggs was born before 1830.
     He married Mary Glanfield, daughter of George Glanfield and Grace Cuming Chaff, circa August 1850 in West Ham registered, ESS, ENG.
     He died before 1881.

Other Information


     George Richard Griggs and Mary Glanfield immigrated before 1856 to the USA as they had a daughter in the USA in that year.

Emily Frances Read

Female, #34010, born circa 1838, died 2 January 1927

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Emily Frances Read was born circa 1838 in Mile End, London, MDX, ENG, Essex recorded in 1861 census.
     She married George Glanfield, son of George Glanfield and Grace Cuming Chaff, on 8 September 1858 in the Parish Church, Woodford, ESS, ENG, (when age calculated as ~20.)
     She died on 2 January 1927 in West Ham registered, ESS, ENG, (when age calculated as ~89); recorded age 88.
     Her estate was probated on 29 January 1927 indexed as:
GLANFIELD Emily Frances of The Chestnuts Hale End Woodford Green Essex widow died 2 January 1927 Probate London 29 January to George Read Glanfield gentleman and Kenneth Charles Fox chartered accountant. Effects £4613 7s.

Alternate Names

Her married name was Glanfield.

Other Information

     Emily and George Glanfield had 16 children by the 1911 census, 5 deceased by that date.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Emily Frances Read and George Glanfield appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in 1 Lexden Villas, Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 26, hers 22.
  • She and George Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 95 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 36, hers 33.
  • She appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 52 Regency Square, Brighton, SSX, ENG; recorded age 41, married but husband not present, visitor in household of unmarried Penelope Purdon (9 visitors in total.)
  • She and George Glanfield appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in Chestnuts, Hale End Road, Woodford Green, ESS, ENG; his age recorded 56 her 52.
  • She and George Glanfield appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in Chestnuts, Oak Hill, Woodford Green, ESS, ENG; his age recorded 66, hers 63.

Family: George Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)

DaughterEmily Grace Glanfield (b. circa 1859)
SonGeorge Read Glanfield+ (b. 1861, d. 1938)
SonSir Robert Henry Glanfield+ (b. circa 1862, d. 1924)
DaughterAnnie Glanfield (b. circa 1864)
DaughterMarion Charlotte Emma Glanfield (b. circa 1866)
DaughterAda Helena Glanfield (b. circa 1868)
DaughterLydia Glanfield (b. circa 1869, d. circa 1869)
SonCharles John Glanfield (b. circa 1870, d. 1931)
SonHerbert Glanfield (b. circa 1871, d. circa 1871)
SonHenry Glanfield (b. circa 1873, d. circa 1874)
SonStanley Glanfield+ (b. circa 1874, d. 1939)
DaughterLily Glanfield (b. circa 1876)
DaughterRose Glanfield (b. circa 1877)
DaughterMay Glanfield (b. circa 1879, d. circa 1879)

George Read Glanfield

Male, #34011, born March 1861, died 25 September 1938
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

George Read Glanfield was born in March 1861 in Hackney, MDX, ENG, registered Hackney.
     He married Katie Louise Paterson circa May 1896 in Brentford registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~35.)
     He died on 25 September 1938 in Hendon registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as 77); recorded age 77.
     His estate was probated on 9 November 1938 indexed as:
GLANFIELD George Read of Pinner House Pinner Middlesex died 25 September 1938 Probate London 9 November to George Paterson Glanfield barrister-at-law Kate Louise Glanfield widow and George Frank Dalrymple Tennant solicitor. Effects £153149 10s 4d.

Other Information


     George (when aged 27) was present at the marriage of Mabel Coles Baker and Sir Robert Henry Glanfield on 5 June 1888 in Christ Church, Lancaster Gate, Paddington, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 25, hers 20. Fathers named George Glanfield wholesale clothier, Herbert Henry Coles Baker merchant.
Witnesses Hilda Mary Baker, Goerge Read Glanfield.
Registered Paddington.      George and Katie Louise Paterson had 2 children by the 1911 census, both still living at that date.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • George Read Glanfield appeared on the census of 7 April 1861 in 1 Lexden Villas, Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 1mth, living with his parents.
  • He appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 95 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 10, living with his parents.
  • He appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 37 Hale Road, Walthamstow, ESS, ENG; recorded age 20, living with his father.
  • He appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in Glen Avon, Lower Camden, Bromley, KEN, ENG; recorded age 31, visiting Henry and Caroline Stephenson.
  • George was a clothier on 5 April 1891.
  • He and Katie Louise Paterson appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in 52 Fairhazel Gardens, Hampstead, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 40, hers 27.
  • George was a wholesale clothier on 31 March 1901.
  • He and Katie Louise Paterson appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in 58 Campfield Gardens, Hackney, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 50, hers 37. Widowed mother-in-law 72 year old Katherine Jane Paterson with them.
  • George was a wholesale clothier on 2 April 1911.

Family: Katie Louise Paterson (b. 1874, d. circa 1956)

SonGeorge Paterson Glanfield (b. 1899, d. circa 1950)
SonDudley James Glanfield (b. 1904, d. 1992)

Sir Robert Henry Glanfield

Male, #34012, born circa November 1862, died 17 August 1924
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Sir Robert Henry Glanfield was born circa November 1862 in Hackney, MDX, ENG.
     He married Mabel Coles Baker on 5 June 1888 in Christ Church, Lancaster Gate, Paddington, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~25) his age recorded 25, hers 20. Fathers named George Glanfield wholesale clothier, Herbert Henry Coles Baker merchant.
Witnesses Hilda Mary Baker, Goerge Read Glanfield.
Registered Paddington.
     He died on 17 August 1924 in Hampstead registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~61); recorded age 62.
     His estate was probated on 23 October 1924 indexed as:
GLANFIELD Sir Robert Henry of Lynwood 34 Eton-avenue Hampstead Middlesex knight died 17 August 1924 probate London 23 October to Mabel Coles Glanfield widow Herbert Henry Glanfield wholesale clothier and Charles John Glanfield esquire. Effects £233461 10s 9d.

Other Information

     Robert and Mabel Coles Baker had 4 children by the 1911 census, all still living at that date.
     Robert (when aged ~56) was present at the marriage of Charles Dickson Oliver Deodat Seropian and Hilda Marion Glanfield on 4 July 1919 in All Souls Church, Hampstead, MDX, ENG; both with recorded age 24. Fathers named Serope Biman Seopian persian consul for Ireland, Robert Henry Glanfield gentleman.
Witnesses RH Glanfield, MC Glanfield, S Seropian, Kathleen Seropian.
Registered Hampstead.
      In 1920 The Birthday Honours List of King George V recorded:
Knight Bachelors:
Robert Henry Glanfield, President of Wholesale Clothing Manufacturers Federation. For public services in connection with the supply and manufacture of clothing for H.M. Forces. Honorary Treasurer of Borstal Association.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Sir Robert Henry Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 95 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 8, living with his parents.
  • He appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 37 Hale Road, Walthamstow, ESS, ENG; recorded age 18, living with his father.
  • Robert was a wholesale clothier on 5 June 1888.
  • As of 5 June 1888, Sir Robert Henry Glanfield lived at Hale End, Woodford, ESS, ENG.
  • He and Mabel Coles Baker appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in 61 Kings Road, Brighton, SSX, ENG; his age recorded 28, hers 23, visiting in a hotel.
  • Robert was an African Merchant on 5 April 1891.
  • He and Mabel Coles Baker appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in 69 King Henry Street, Hampstead, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 38, hers 33.
  • Robert was a wholesale clothier on 31 March 1901.
  • He and Mabel Coles Baker appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in 60 Belsize Park Gardens, Hampstead, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 48, hers 43.
  • Robert was a wholesale clothier on 2 April 1911.

Family: Mabel Coles Baker (b. between 1867 and 1868, d. 1929)

SonLt-Col Herbert Henry Glanfield O.B.E.+ (b. 1889, d. circa 1980)
DaughterHilda Marion Glanfield (b. circa 1894)
DaughterNorah Read Glanfield (b. 1898)
SonNorman Lawrence Glanfield (b. 1902, d. 1992)

Annie Glanfield

Female, #34013, born circa August 1864
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Annie Glanfield was born circa August 1864 in London, MDX, ENG, registered Hackney.
     She married William Robert Wilson circa May 1889 in West Ham registered, ESS, ENG, (when age calculated as ~24.)

Alternate Names

Her married name was Wilson.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Annie Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 95 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 6, living with her parents.
  • She appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 37 Hale Road, Walthamstow, ESS, ENG; recorded age 16, living with her father.
  • Annie was a scholar on 3 April 1881.

Marion Charlotte Emma Glanfield

Female, #34014, born circa February 1866
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Marion Charlotte Emma Glanfield was born circa February 1866 in London, MDX, ENG, registered Hackney.
     She married James Allardyce Ewing circa February 1895 in West Ham registered, ESS, ENG, (when age calculated as ~29.)

Alternate Names

She was also known as Charlotte Emma registered at birth. Her married name was Ewing.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Marion Charlotte Emma Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 95 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 5, living with her parents.
  • She appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 37 Hale Road, Walthamstow, ESS, ENG; recorded age 15, living with her father.
  • Marion was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • She and James Allardyce Ewing appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in 21 Ferndale Park, Tunbridge Wells, KEN, ENG; his age recorded 43, hers 33.

Stanley Glanfield

Male, #34015, born circa May 1874, died 13 February 1939
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Stanley Glanfield was born circa May 1874 in Hackney, MDX, ENG, registered Hackney.
     He married Annie Grimshaw circa February 1908 in Burnley registered, LAN, ENG, (when age calculated as ~33.)
     He died on 13 February 1939 in Marylebone registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~64); recorded age 64.
     His estate was probated on 27 March 1939 indexed as:
GLANFIELD Stanley of 250 Latymer-court Hammersmith Middlesex died 13 February 1939 at 19 Manchester-street St. Marylebone Middlesex Probate London 27 March to Annie Glanfield widow. Effects £823 9s 8d.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Stanley Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 37 Hale Road, Walthamstow, ESS, ENG; recorded age 7, living with his father.
  • Stanley was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • He appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in Stockerston Road, Uppingham, RUT, ENG; recorded age 17, boarding at a school.
  • He appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in Chestnuts, Oak Hill, Woodford Green, ESS, ENG; recorded age 26, living with his parents.
  • Stanley was an engineer's draughtsman on 31 March 1901.
  • He and Annie Grimshaw appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in Lindis Farne, Footscray Road, New Eltham, KEN, ENG; his age recorded 37, hers 34.
  • Stanley was a merchant manufacturer wall coverings on 2 April 1911.

Family: Annie Grimshaw (b. between 1876 and 1877)

DaughterMarguerite Eleanor Grimshaw Glanfield (b. circa 1910)
SonDonald James Glanfield (b. 1919, d. 1999)

Lily Glanfield

Female, #34016, born circa November 1876
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Lily Glanfield was born circa November 1876 in Walthamstow, ESS, ENG, registered West Ham. Hale End, Essex recorded in 1891 & 1911 censuses.
     She married Kenneth C. Fox circa November 1911 in West Ham registered, ESS, ENG, (when age calculated as ~35.)

Alternate Names

Her married name was Fox.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Lily Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 37 Hale Road, Walthamstow, ESS, ENG; recorded age 4, living with her father.
  • Lily was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in Rutland House, Broadwater, SSX, SCT; recorded age 14, boading at a school.
  • Lily was a pupil on 5 April 1891.
  • She appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in Chestnuts, Oak Hill, Woodford Green, ESS, ENG; recorded age 24, living with her parents.
  • She appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in Chestnuts, Oak Hill, Hale End, Woodford Green, ESS, ENG; recorded age 34. Property noted "the Occupier George Glanfield and wife away."

Rose Glanfield

Female, #34017, born circa August 1877
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Rose Glanfield was born circa August 1877 in Walthamstow, ESS, ENG, registered West Ham. Hale End, Essex recorded in 1891 census.

Other Information


      Circa May 1910 a Rose Glanfield marriage was registered St George Hanover Square either to Reginald Heywood Watson or Edward Homan Mulock (Elsie Mabel H Henderson also married). (Edward Mulock born 1881)
Reginald Heywood Watson was in the 1911 census at Tidworth, Wilts, married born Stoke Damerel aged 32 and a Captain in 1 LN Lancs. In the 1939 Register he was married in London, Intelligence War Office.
q2 1913 Katherine H Watson birth registered Hartley Witney, and q4 1833 Colin J Watson birth registered Gravesend, both with Glanfield mothers.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Rose Glanfield appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 37 Hale Road, Walthamstow, ESS, ENG; recorded age 4, living with her father.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in Rutland House, Broadwater, SSX, ENG; recorded age 13, boading at a school.
  • Rose was a pupil on 5 April 1891.
  • She appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in Chestnuts, Oak Hill, Woodford Green, ESS, ENG; recorded age 23, living with her parents.

Martha Ann Slaughter

Female, #34018, born 11 October 1847, died 27 November 1932

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Martha Ann Slaughter was born on 11 October 1847 in Uitenhage, Cape Colony, RSA, of parents both born in England.
     She married John Charles Chaffe Glanfield, son of George Glanfield and Grace Cuming Chaff, on 26 January 1869 in Salt Lake City, UT, USA, (when age calculated as 21) but the 1900 census records 37 years married.
     She died on 27 November 1932 in Los Angeles, CA, USA, (when age calculated as 85.)

Alternate Names

Her married name was Glanfield.

Other Information

Her Ancestral File Number is KJC1-BXM.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Martha Ann Slaughter and John Charles Chaffe Glanfield appeared on the census of 1870 in Provo, UT, USA; his age recorded 29, hers 22.
  • Martha was keeping house in 1880.
  • She and John Charles Chaffe Glanfield appeared on the census of 1880 in Salt Lake City, UT, USA; his age recorded 38, hers 32.
  • She and John Charles Chaffe Glanfield appeared on the census of 1900 in Salt Lake City, UT, USA; his age recorded 58, hers 47.

Family: John Charles Chaffe Glanfield (b. 1841, d. 1920)

DaughterGrace C. Glanfield (b. 1866, d. 1937)
DaughterMartha Ann Glanfield (b. 1868, d. 1935)
DaughterEstelle Glanfield (b. 1877)
SonHenry Parry Glanfield (b. 1881, d. 1966)
DaughterOlive Beatrice Glanfield (b. 1886, d. 1939)
DaughterEmma Glanfield (b. 1889)

Ada Helena Glanfield

Female, #34019, born circa February 1868
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Ada Helena Glanfield was born circa February 1868 in Hackney registered, MDX, ENG.
     She married Alfred Moore circa August 1899 in West Ham registered, ESS, ENG, (when age calculated as ~31.)

Alternate Names

She was also known as Ada Eleanor recorded in 1901 census. Her married name was Moore.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Ada Helena Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 95 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 3, living with her parents.
  • She appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in 52 Regency Square, Brighton, SSX, ENG; recorded age 13, listed as Emily's daughter, visiting.
  • She appeared on the census of 5 April 1891 in Chestnuts, Hale End Road, Woodford Green, ESS, ENG; recorded age 23, living with her parents.
  • She and Alfred Moore appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in Woodlands, Oakley Park, Friern Barnet, MDX, ENG; his age recorded 39, hers 33.

Charles John Glanfield

Male, #34020, born circa August 1870, died 27 December 1931
FatherGeorge Glanfield (b. 1835, d. 1922)
MotherEmily Frances Read (b. circa 1838, d. 1927)

Birth, Marriage and Death information

Charles John Glanfield was born circa August 1870 in Hackney, MDX, ENG, registered Hackney. Victoria Park recorded in 1911 census.
     He married Evelyn Annie Mason circa February 1910 in Paddington registered, MDX, ENG, (when age calculated as ~39.)
     He died on 27 December 1931 in Cray Valley Hospital, Cray, KEN, ENG, (when age calculated as ~61); recorded age 61, registered Bromley.
     His estate was probated on 29 January 1932 indexed as:
GLANFIELD Charles John of Crofton Hall Orpington Kent died 27 December 1931 at Cray Valley Hospital St Pauls Cray Kent Probate London 29 January to Evelyn Annie Glanfield widow Christopher Constable Moore surveyor and Leonard Stanley Melville Wells solicitor. Effects £95476 15s 1d.

Address(es), Census(es) and Occupations

  • Charles John Glanfield appeared on the census of 2 April 1871 in 95 Victoria Park Road, Hackney, MDX, ENG; recorded age 9mths, living with his parents.
  • He appeared on the census of 3 April 1881 in Grammar School, Chipping Camden, GLS, ENG; recorded age 10, boarding.
  • Charles was a scholar on 3 April 1881.
  • He appeared on the census of 31 March 1901 in 24 Dryden Chambers, 119 Oxford Street, Soho, MDX, ENG; recorded age 30.
  • Charles was a clothier on 31 March 1901.
  • He and Evelyn Annie Mason appeared on the census of 2 April 1911 in Clairville, Crofton Road, Orpington, KEN, ENG; his age recorded 40, hers 38.
  • Charles was a wholesale clothing manufacturer, army and general clothing contractor on 2 April 1911.