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BARTLETT/BANNOCKS/STEWART - Posted 15 Aug 2011
My widower Gt.Grandpa James STEWART's 3rd marriage was to widow Emily Alice BARTLETT (nee BANNOCKS) on 15/9/1909 at the Parish Church of St James the Greater Walthamstow - both were living at 38 Netley Road - he was a Ship's Cook at the time. Their witnesses were John Thomas GROVES & James' daughter Phoebe [aka Beatrice] Mary STEWART - who married in the same Church in October 1909 to Peter F MILLER.
The 1911 census records Emily Alice STEWART living at 18 Vernon Road, Walthamstow, with 2 of James' children from his previous marriage to Harriet STEWART (nee KIRBY), who died in 1903 in Walthamstow.
Emily Alice BARLETT's 1st marriage was to Reuben BARLETT on 25/12/1893 at the Parish Church of St Philips in Tower Hamlets, Middx (they were both in Service at the time) and I believe they had a daughter, possibly also named as Emily Annie(?) BARTLETT. Reuben died in Walthamstow 29/3/1909.
[Please see my earlier Family History entries under 'S' for STEWART, etc & 'M' for MILLER, etc]
I'd greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who's ancestral lineage links with these folk, please.
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19-Jul-2009 - BAKER/SMITH family: Hello, I can provide all the required information but unfortunately, the email address for Joanne Triplow as given doesn't work. Would you please publish an item to the effect that if the information is required the searcher should reprovide a working email? Thanking you in anticipation,
William Bayliss Private Reply Public Reply

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BARRETT
Leonard Miller Frank Barrett
born March 2 1896
62 Grove Green Road Leyton
Hello walthamstow memories. I am doing a bit of family tracing. Can anybody help me please with information on L M F ( Frank ) Barrett. He was a Royal Engineer at the end of the First World War, worked in India between the war as a civil engineer , and
resumed his military service in the Burma campaign . I would be grateful for Any information on Frank and/or his descendants. Robin Myring
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BAKER
I am looking for information on William Fellowes Baker who was christened on 6 April 1790 at Walthamstow in Essex England, the second child of Benjamin Baker and Mary Fellows. His parents were married at St Mary’s Leyton on January 5 1783. Their first child, Mary was christened 17 November 1786 and their third, Thomas was christened 22 July 1794.  Kind regards Colette Chinn
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BRIGHT/PRING/SIMMONS FAMILIES
I am seeking information on these families some of whom left Walthamstow in 1911 and 1912 to emigrate to New Zealand. Charles Bright and his father Edwin were master cabinet makers and I would like to find out more about this industry in Walthamstow. We still have one or two pieces of furniture intricately inlaid and carved. Charles Bright lived in 14 Russell Rd in 1901. He died in 1911 and shortly afterwards his wife and 3 small daughters left for NZ. His wife’s family – mother Amelia Pring, brothers John and Harold Pring and sister Florence (married to John Robert Simmons) and their families all arrived in New Zealand in 1912. I would like to hear from any family members still living in Walthamstow, or anyone who can tell me more about the furniture making industry in Walthamstow in the 1880-1910 period. Thank you, Heather email:

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BAWDEN
Please could you help me, I am trying to find the family of my mothers birth mother, who is named on her birth certificate as Florence May Bawden, blouse finisher of 215 Forest Road, Walthamstow London E17. the birth cert is dated 1921. Any information would be a help as i have hit a brick wall. Christine email

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BROOKS
I have no personal memories of Walthamstow Essex other than walking up and down Queens Road trying to find my grandfather's home. Looking for anyone connected to Brooks. Known names, Annie, George, Arthur, twins Florence and Mabel, Thomas and there was one other but unsure if it was Edwin or Edward. Only key date is 1892 for the birth of Arthur. Thanks, email

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BRYAN family - originally O'Briens
My grandfather was William Bryan born in the Strand, London in 1892. He was the son of Daniel Bryan, an Irishman from Derry, who moved to Walthamstow with his wife, Emily (nee SWAIN) and children in the early 1900s, I think. They lived in Chingford Road, just down the road from the Bell pub. My granddad worked for the Refuge Insurance company, I'm not sure if this was in Walthamstow or not, I think so. I'd love to hear from anyone with Bryan ancestors who may be connected to mine. Colleen Morrison - email

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BANKS family
My dad's father, Albert Banks, moved Shoreditch to Islington, then Tottenham before marrying Edith Florence PASK and finally settling in Walthamstow during the early part of the 1900s. They lived in Billet Road for many years. My grandfather was originally a rag and bone man but later worked as a delivery man for the Co-op which I think must have been in the High Street. My dad had a Brother, Jimmy, who lived in Priory
Court and a sister, Edie who lived near the Crooked Billet at one stage. I would love to hear from anyone with connections to my Banks family, especially my cousins. Colleen Morrison - email

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BROCKLEHURST
It is good to see that your web site is growing and well used. Would you please place in the appropriate section the following request:-
If there is anyone of, or who remembers, the Curtis family who resided at 251 Billet Road during the 1930's and 1940's reading these pages would they please contact me. One daughter was called Emily who married in the 40's and became a Birket(t) but died shortly afterwards. I would also like to ask for any information with regard to the Brocklehurst family of Harwarden Road and Higham Hill of the same period. Does anyone remember a St Paul's Church? Thank you Geoff email

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BURTON
Can anyone help us with any information at all regarding our Mother & Grandmother Violet May Burton who was born 1902 in Islington & then we believe she was bought up by her father George whose profession was brewers porter, in Walthamstow. Her Mother Elizabeth had died while giving birth to Violet.We have been told she had a sister Rose & a brother Jim We would dearly love any info at all  Pat & Ray Hayes Australia email

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BAKER/SMITH
I am trying to trace anyone who may have information on my paternal grandfathers family who I believe originated in Walthamstow. I am actually looking for information on AGNES BAKER born about 1858 in Walthamstow, who married a man called ?SMITH. They had a daughter called MAUD AGNES SMITH, born about 1878 in Walthamstow and sons WALTER & ERNEST. Maud married a man called Percy Edward Thomas Hughes, in Walthamstow. If anyone can help I would extremely grateful.  Joanne Triplow email

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CHATTERS & HAGGER - posted 12 Mar 2009
Does anyone have any information about a Chatters or Hagger family living in Walthamstow in about 1810? I am particularly interested in finding a baptism record for Thomas (Hagger or Chatters) who was born about 1810 and who was transported to Australia in 1829. Thanks.
Brian Chatters email

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CUNNEW
I have taken on a huge task and at the moment am not doing very well!!! My grandmother Doris was born in Walthamstow in 1919, is currently 87 years old, and not in very good health. She has been trying to trace her brother and sister for over 70 years and has had no success; she has even tried Cilla Black on Suprise Suprise, but no success. I am hoping that perhaps you can help?
Her mother, Rosina CUNNEW (nee Hughes, born in Wales, had a brother called Bert?) died in or around 1926, and shortly afterwards, her father James CUNNEW took her younger sister, IVY CUNNEW, aged approx 5yrs, and her younger brother, JAMES (JIMMY) CUNNEW, aged approx 3yrs, for a 'bike ride'. He came back without them, telling my nan that they had been adopted by a rich family in Greenwich. My nan has been searching for them ever since. I have just started myself, but with very few details to go on, I am not doing so well!!
Please, if anyone can give me any information, it would be greatly appreciated. I think my nan has resigned herself to the fact that they may be dead, and that she may never find them, but it is such a sad story, and there must be SOMEONE out there that can give me some info - any info - on who the adpotive family are, or what king of agency was used - eg Barnado's, Salvation Army, church... I would dearly love to be able to give my nan the information she has been seeking for seven decades, if only to put her mind at rest. If you think you can help, please email me, or call me on 01733344142, or 07930335864.Thank you very much for your time,
Vicky Bennett email

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CRUMP
I am trying to trace my birth father Albert Richard Crump, if anyone knows of him please contact me.
Jill Bates email

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CARTWRIGHT & MONK
Both sets of great Grandparents come from Walthamstow. Monk and Cartwright. I am now trying to find out info on the Cartwright side. Alfred James Cartwright married Eliza Washington and lived at 27 Hartington Road Walthamstow in 1895. They had 11 or 12 children I only have Ethel's birth date.
1. Ethel born March 05, 1896 *** this is the direct relative Immigrated to Canada in May of 1919
2. Edith married Fred Aug 22, 1918
3. Rose
4. Minnie married a Harry Williams 3 children: Minnie, May, Alfred
Have a picture of Minnie with the Queen I am assuming it is Minnie's 90 or 100th birthday
5. Violet
6. Daisy
7. Violet have a picture of her with a goat
8. Alice: picture of her with daughter ?? May and son Ward
8. Herbert
9. Percival
10. Alfred
11. Thomas
12. Male
If anyone has info on this family I would be grateful to obtain any of it.
I have many pictures of the 1920-40 years of Walthamstow which I would be willing to share.
Debra Monk email

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COOPER
Hello my name is Mark Cooper and I am doing family history research and was wondering if you could help me in any way. The people I am looking into is my grandfather and his parents. They are Cedric Norman Cooper born april 5 ,1918 30 York rd Walthamstow. His parents were Alfred Cooper( a blouse cutter) and Elizabeth Mary Cooper who was also Cooper before they married. Cedric married in Australia in 1940 and I believe that his parents also came to Australia . Any assistance would be  greatly appreciated , with thanks.
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CURTIS & PREEDY
Hello, I am trying to trace anyone who may be related to or remember ELSIE MAUD CURTIS, born 1911 at 119 Lynmouth Road, Walthamstowe. She was the daughter of GEORGE CURTIS and EMMA PREEDY, it is believed died they around 1932. Elsie was last heard of in Guildford, Surrey. Any infromation regarding them or possible cousins, workmates, (George was a printing machine minder), would be of great value. Many thanks,
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LUNN/CLARK/SAPSFORD
My husband's grandparents were married at St Mary's Church, Walthamstow in 1896. Albert Seaton LUNN had been born 1872c at Streatham in Essex but lived with his grandparents in Dogmersfield in Hampshire after his father died when he was about 10 years old. Edith Lucy CLARKE was born 16Dec1875 at Back of Castle, Parish of Walthamstow - the daughter of William CLARKE and Amelia SAPSFORD.  In the 1881 Census, William and Amelia and their seven chidlren lived at 13 Payze & Gatehouse Cottages in the parish of St Peter in Walthamstow. The family continued to live in the Walthamstow/Woodford area for many years. William and Amelia's children were Amelia Selina, William J, George, Jessey, Marian, Albert and Edith Lucy - born between 1852 and 1875. Albert and Edith moved from Walthamstow soon after their marriage, living at Godalming, Wickam and Dover before leaving for Australia in 1912 and 1913. My husband and I visited Walthamstow in 1999 but did not have all this information at that time. We have a copy of Edith's birth and death certificates and the church copy of her marriage to Albert Seaton Lunn. Would love to contact any descendants of the CLARKE/LUNN or SAPSFORD families in your area.  Do the addresses I have from the certificates still exist? Hoping to be able to further my research with your help Regards
Vicki Smith, Geelong, Victoria, Australia email

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CRUMP
I am looking for any information on the Crump family of Walthamstow. George (packing case maker) & Charlotte Crump (nee White) lived in Cranbrook Road & South Grove and had several children one of them Henry Thomas Crump being my husbands Grandad. Some of their other children were put into Barnados Homes and sent to Canada. I think that both George & Charlotte were married before. Would love to know if anybody has any information on the Crumps please. email

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DOWDESWELL/JEFFERY - 30 Jan 2011: Hi Daniel and John, I am researching my family history: my great, great grandfather George Dowdeswell was a resident of Walthamstow from about 1888 onward's. In 1891, he and his wife Ellen along with their 11 children were living at 2 Longfellow's road, George was then a retired met police inspector and was working as a school board inspector. In 1901 the family were then living at 112 Albert road, Walthamstow. Does anyone know's if these addresses and even the houses still exsist?
My great grandmother Alice Dowdeswell married Ernest Jeffery on the 1st august 1900 in St Stephen's church, Walthamstow, which I think no longer exsists.
In 1891 Ernest, aged 14, was an assistant in a lace warehouse. He was living at 39 Cuthbert street, Walthamstow, with parents Jane and John. In 1911 he and Alice, his wife, were living at 59 Grove road, Walthamstow. They had 6 children, 3 of whom were triplets: Muriel Faith, Phyllis Hope and Winifred Charity Jeffery. Winifred died at 5 month's old..... Ernest was still working in the drapery trade as a manufacturers agent. In 1926 Ernest, then aged 47, left his family, apparently for a younger woman - possibly Henrietta Ada Rich????....no one knows where he went after his departure, did he stay in walthamstow or surrounding area???..
If anyone knows anything about the above names, I would love to hear... Thank you so much. Regards.
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DENNY - 06 Mar 2010: Good Morning, I am researching my ancestors, Frederick William Denny born 1860 in Shoreditch. He and his wife Mary Few lived in 1911 at Turner Rd Walthamstow. They had a large family. Fred was a French Polisher and he died 24 November 1911. He was still at the above address when he died. May I ask if a notice could be placed in your notice column. Thank you for such an interesting site. Yours faithfully,
Robyn Mason Sydney Australiaemail

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DILLON/GRAHAM
Not sure if this is how to get my enquiry through to yor Ancestry page but I googled on into your Walthamstow web pages when I searched for < "43 Jewel" Walthamstow >. I am seeking information about Earnest & Lily Agnes GRAHAM nee DILLON and their descendants. They were married at Bath in 1903. When Earnest died in WWI in 1917 his widow lived at 43 Jewel Road Walthamstow. I am told that they had 5 children, two of whom were twins. A very interesting website. All the best Peter DILLON email

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DANIELS/MARKS
I am trying to find information about my great, grandparents Joseph and Mary-Anne Marks. Mary Annes maiden name was Daniels. Their daughter Doris (my nan) was born in Walthamstow in 1920, which makes me think they were living there at the time. They later had a son called Sidney. Any information regarding them, especially when and where they were married would be gratefully recieved.
Many thanks,
Jenny Horrigan email : psue7c@bangor.ac.uk

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DEAN - Help please I would like amy information on Doris and Fred Dean who lived in Walthamstow, they had a son Colin and twins Michael and Pam. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Chris email

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DELL/SEARLE/FULLER/PIERCY/PERRYMENT
I was wondering if anyone knew of the Alfred Anthony Dell Family/Richard Eardley Searle Family/Edward Charles Fuller Family/Arthur Ernest Piercy Family /Frank Perryment Family.I do have alot of information on alot of these families, but I also I have alot missing so I was wondering if anyone can help. So instead of detailing info on the site because it is way to much, I thought I would ask if anyone knows of these names and if so we could look into it more.  Hoping to talk to someone soon Lorraine email

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MINNS/DAMES
Hello, What a wonderful web site! I'm hoping someone is able to help me. My gt uncle John Royall Minns married Annie Elizabeth Dames at St Mary's church, Walthamstow in Sept 1888. He was described as a cook living at 9 Ravenswood Road and she as a servant of the same address. They subsequently emigrated to the USA via Australia and the Falkland Islands. The American side of the family have always believed that they were married in a church that was "owned" or on land owned by the Royall Minns family. Can anybody throw any light on this story? Or tell me if Ravenswood Rd still exists? I believe the Dames were cabinet makers in the area. Thanking you in anticipation. M Charlston email

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DAVIS
Searching the Davis family who lived at 43 Metford or Melford Road Walthamstow, in 1960 /1961. They had a daughter called Irene Davis but was known as Pat who worked in the printing works. If anyone has any family connections or if any one knows of them please get in touch. With thanks Chrissy email

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DICE family - sometimes spelled Dyce
What a great site this is, I was born in Walthamstow and it holds such happy memories for me, so I'm always trawling around here and particularly love the photos.
My grandmother was born Mary Lousia Dice in the village of
Tolleshunt Knights, Essex in 1892. In either 1899 or 1900, her
father, Sam Dice, then a ploughman, loaded the family's precious
few belongings and his wife and 10 children onto a horsedrawn cart and set off for a new life in Walthamstow. They moved into a house in St John's Road and later Victoria Road, where they lived for many years. I'd love to hear from anyone who has links to my Dices, mygrandmother's 10 brothers and sisters married:
Charles ARCHER, married Alice May Dice 1916 - emigrated to Oz Eliza KING, married Ezekial (Sam) Dice 1913 Walthamstow
Peter SEATON, married Clara Annie Dice, 1916 Walthamstow
Charles ELSEGOOD, married Charlotte Jane Dice, 1912, WalthamstowGwendoline BIRD, married Edward Dice/Dyce, 1916 Walthamstow Florence EDMUNSON, married Frederick Thomas Dice/Dyce, 1914, Walthamstow Rosa BUTLER, married Percy George Dice, 1932 Walthamstow Albert OSBORNE, married Elsie Dice, 1928 Walthamstow Florence JONES, married Ernest William Dice, 1924 - son Jack emigrated to Oz
Jane OSGOOD, married Joseph Dice, 1931, moved to Portsmouth.
Colleen Morrison - email

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EVANS - 7 Aug 2010: Any info on Harold Arthur Charles Evans: My Father has recently passed away but I am fascinated by his childhood and growing up in Walthamstow and any info would be fab. My Dad was born on 21st Jan 1920, his Mother was called Margaret, born 1891 ? where (maiden name was Rogers) and his Father's name was Harold, he was a Surveyor and died when my Dad was about 20, he had 2 older sisters Hilda and Olive, the family lived at 4, Empress Parade. He went to George Monoux School from 1931-1936, left to become an insurance clerk then joined the RAF. Any info appreciated. This site is absolutely amazing and addictive ! Thank you.
Claire COLLINS
(née EVANS)
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EDWARDS - 10-Mar-2009: I would really like to be able to request help through "Walthamstow Memories" with lookups at the cemeteries recommended by Norman Bird:
"The staff in the office at Chingford Mount cemetery should be able to tell you where your people are buried if they are in Chingford
Mount or Queens Road cemetery, Walthamstow.
Cemetery Superintendant Registrar
Chingford Mount Cemetery
121 Old Church Road - Chingford - London E4 6ST
Tel. 020 8524 5030 Fax. 020 8523 7944 ."

We were in London twice, but only for a day or two each time, and then in South Kensington. Never got near Walthamstow. Living in the Chicago suburbs with no specific knowledge in time and space of the Walthamstow area, my efforts at research there have come to very little. Many thanks,
Ed Broecker email

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We are trying to find information on my wife's great uncle C.A. or Arthur EDWARDS and his wife Maud Mary. They lived in Walthamstow in 1908, and again at 12 Pearl Road, Walthamstow, from 1930 to 1954 or later. We are trying to find:
-When and where they died and where they are buried.
-If they had children.
E.M. and Lorene Miles BROECKER,
Suburban Chicago, Illinois, USA
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23 - Feb 2009 - Hello! I am very interested in corresponding through your newsletter. Among others, I am trying to find death and burial information for Arthur or C.A. Edwards and his wife Maud Mary, nee Lovell, who lived at 12 Pearl Road from about 1930 through 1959 or so. I have a timeline for them that is quite confusing. Regards
Ed Broecker email

23-Feb-2009: Norman, Daniel and other list members, Thank you.
We live in suburban Chicago and have no good way of checking for these burials. Is it possible for someone there to contact the cemetery for us. Of course we are willing to do the same here in the Chicago, Illinois area for those in England. We are glad to share our information on my wife's EDWARDS family of Wales, Walthamstow, Brighton and New Jersey/Florida/Texas here in the States. The father of Arthur (C.A.) EDWARDS was Thomas Roberts(on) EDWARDS; siblings Herbert Stanley(Spencer) EDWARDS, Maud EDWARDS GAMMON, Howell Tudor EDWARDS, and Lawrence Vincent EDWARDS.
Herbert and Howell lived in New Jersey and Florida; Lawrence in Texas; and Maud in the Brighton, England area.
I will be grateful for your help.
Ed Broecker email

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FLOOK
I am looking for any descendants of William John Flook and Mabel Betty
Flook (nee Hyde)
They had 3 children all born in Walthamstow :
John William 1940
Frances A 1941
Gerald M 1942
These are my half-brothers and sister that I had no idea existed until a
few years ago.
I know that Frances married a Joseph Bianchi in 1961 and they had a
daughter that same year - Carole A. I am despeate to find out any information.
Thank you Sue Gates email

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DELL/SEARLE/FULLER/PIERCY/PERRYMENT
I was wondering if anyone knew of the Alfred Anthony Dell Family/Richard Eardley Searle Family/Edward Charles Fuller Family/Arthur Ernest Piercy Family /Frank Perryment Family.I do have alot of information on alot of these families, but I also I have alot missing so I was wondering if anyone can help. So instead of detailing info on the site because it is way to much, I thought I would ask if anyone knows of these names and if so we could look into it more.  Hoping to talk to someone soon Lorraine email

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FRISBEE
I am researching Rose Frisbee and family late of Walthamstow if anyone can help me please contact. my email address thankyou Shirley Steans email

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FROST, Charles
My Great-grandfather Robert Charles Frost was living at 15 Addison Rd Walthamstow at the time of the 1901 census. His son, my grandfather lived at 17 Addison Rd from some time in the 1920s until his death. A family story suggests that Robert Charles Frost (who was an Architect and Builder) was involved in the building of some of the properties in Addison Rd. I would be most grateful if you could let me know if you have any records that would support this. If not perhaps you might know if the information could beheld somewhere else. Yours Faithfully Peter A. Frost email

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STEANS/FRISBEEE
Just been browsing Walthamstow and this is a long shot hoping you can help.
My great aunt was married 1917 a Rose Frisbee to William Charles Steans he died in Billericay Essex in 1932. I don't know the name of the cemetery. After his death, Rose with 3 children were placed in the home. Could you help me locate the records for these admissions and discharges I believe it was under the local borough. I believe the youngest child also called Rose Steans was Born there. Any help you can or direct me to seeking this information would be much appreciated regards. SHIRLEY J STEANS email

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FOREMAN
I am searching for information on my Great Grandparents, Richard Foreman and Ester Foreman (nee Martin) who lived at 41 Buxton Road, Walthamstow in 1890. I know they had one son, Edward. I know that he was a Hospital Porter but do not know any more than that. If you can add any information or recommend any links for research, I would very much appreciate it.  Thanks Chris email

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FENNIMORE/TOWNSELEY
I am seeking information about my great-grandparents. Their names were John Edward Fennimore and Beatrice Alice Townsely. They ended up in Middleville, New York after a short time in Canada (St.Catherines maybe?). They had 7 kids - 3 in Canada. John Edward had at lest two sisters that were alive in the early 1970s.Their names were Bea and Lillian. I also know that Beatrice Alice Townsley's mother was Jane. John Edward and Beatrice Alice got married at St. Barnabas Church. Any info would be greatly appreciated! Thanks,  Kristin Buck Email - kbuck@rochester.rr.com

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GROVE
13 Oct 2010: Hi - My Father and his family, William Henry & Sarah Grove lived at 43 Clarence Road Walthamstow in the 1930's. My father, also William Henry, had a sister, Mab. I do not know her married name, but think she had two sons, one called Keith. My Grandmother came for a two week holiday in Rhyland, stayed until her death in 1962. If anyone knows anything about Mab or her two sons I would be very grateful if you would let me know. Thank you
Margaret LEWIS
née GROVE
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GREGORY
29-Mar-2009: Hello, just come across your website while looking at Walthamstow links. It's brilliant.
My Grandfather Frederick William GREGORY lived in Clarence Road, Higham Hill, Walthamstow, with his wife Emily and several children, according to the 1911 census. He worked for the GPO as a porter/ sorter. He was 38 at that time. He died in 1931 from broncho-pneumonia at the age of 59, and had been living at Oatland Rise, which I think is off of St Andrew's Road. Are there any of his relatives still in Walthamstow? Any more information we can get would be a great help. He was a very elusive man. Regards,
Josie Gregory email

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GROGAN
I would like to post the following on your family surnames list if possible. I was born in Walthamstow, Thorpe Coombe to be precise, in 1953 and lived in Acacia Road until I was 17 when we moved to Chingford. I went to Thomas Gamuel Junior School and George Gascoigne and Willowfield senior schools, leaving in 1969. I have very many happy memories of living in Wathamstow at that time, the best being the Saturday morning pictures at The Gaumont, Lea Bridge Road, the pie and mash shop Manzes in The High Street and going on the annual day trip to Southend with the Lighthouse Methodist Church, Sunday School.
I am interested in hearing from anyone born in Walthamstow with the surname Grogan. I come from a long line of Grogans and have been researching our family for the last three years. My grandfather (Albert Grogan born 1901) was the youngest child of a family of 13 so there must be several more Grogans still living in that area. Georgia Draper (née Grogan) 02.03.2007 Kind Regards
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GRIGGS
Hi. I am trying to trace a Miss Brenda Griggs (shop assistant) who lived in South Countess Road in the early to mid sixties. Any info greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Mark Foster email

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GALLIVAN
I am researching John Patrick Gallivan (possibly also know as Galvin) who was a butcher in High Street Walthamstow in the 1930s until about 1950s. His wife was Catherine & they had six children. The business was inherited by his son, also John Patrick (known as "Jack"), who died tragically in about 1952. Any recollections much appreciated.
Many thanks,
Angela email

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GRAHAM/DILLON
Not sure if this is how to get my enquiry through to yor Ancestry page but I googled on into your Walthamstow web pages when I searched for < "43 Jewel" Walthamstow >. I am seeking information about Earnest & Lily Agnes GRAHAM nee DILLON and their descendants. They were married at Bath in 1903. When Earnest died in WWI in 1917 his widow lived at 43 Jewel Road Walthamstow. I am told that they had 5 children, two of whom were twins. A very interesting website. All the best
Peter DILLON email

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GROSVENOR
My father, Edward Francis Grosvenor, was born in Walthamstow, UK on July 4, 1912, to Eleanor and Edward Grosvenor. Edward and Eleanor emigrated to Canada in December 1912, along with my father, Edward, and Eleanor’s children from her first marriage. Edward Grosvenor Sr. had worked as a teamster somewhere in Walthamstow, and was sent to Canada with help from his “union”.
Eleanor was the widow of a Mr. Wall, a pub ‘boxer’ who died when someone ruptured his appendix with a punch. When the Grosvenors emigrated, they had to leave one of the Wall children (Thomas Wall) at a ‘home’ in Walthamstow (Thomas was ill with some communicable disease at the time and would not be permitted on the ship).
If anyone has any information on either the Wall family or the Grosvenor family, please contact.
Karen Swain email

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GREEN, THOMAS
I am looking for information on my late father Thomas Green who lived at 96 Longfellow Road, Walthamstow. Last known date at this address was 1931. He was a piano maker/journeyman and/or bootmaker. Is 96 Longfellow Road still there? If you know of anyone who may have lived at or has any information regarding residents of this address, would you please e-mail me.
Eileen Bearman email

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GROVES, Bunny - WALTHAMSTOW AVENUE
Hi My name is Helen and my grandad sadly died 4 years ago, James Thomas John Groves, know as Bunny Groves he played centre forward for Walthamstowe Avenue I wondered if you know if I could get the old paper clippings, pictures ect of him I have one scrabook that my nan passed down to me, which are rather tatty, but I would like to get the whole story of my grandads football path, plus if possible information on Vic and Reggie Groves his brothers Kind regards
Helen email

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GODFREY
Hello I am researching the name of Godfrey in Walthamstow. Frederick, Thomas and Walter (born1868) lived with their parents Frederick and Lucy in Short Road in 1881. Thomas later married Mary Warnell and lived in Valentin Road (1897) and Collard Road (1901) and with their children Annie, Alfred John (Jack) Charles and Walter. I believe Walter married Lois and lived in Leucha Road with his children Frederick, Charles, Alice and William. My grandfather Jack married Rose Cole in 1919 (of Hartington Road) and their children were Rose, Leonard and Irene. This family lived in numerous places including Lynmouth Road, and Dagenham Road. Also does anyone know where or what College Corner was in about 1893? If anyone has any links with any of the above names or memories of them I would love to hear from you.
Anne email

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GRANTHAM
Hi i am looking for the grantham family that lived at 35,wellington Road, 29, Wellington Road and 43 Melford Road, Walthamstow from about 1945 to 1957 the family are Charles John, Charles John Jr, Maria, Bessie, Leonard, ,June, Edith, Doris, and Irene they could have moved to Hervey Park Road if any one could help please get in touch we have family connections with thanks
Chrissy email

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GRANT/WISEMAN
My great grandmother and great grandfather were from Walthamstow. Her name was Helen Maria Wiseman and his was George Grant. They came to the United States in 1885, but my great grandmother returned with her children for about three years in 1886. My great grandmother was born in in 1858 and great grandfather in 1857. They were married in 1877, My grandfather, Andrew Grant, was also supposedly born in Walthamstow im 1884. Any information on these people and their life in England would be greatly appreciated.
Carol Troestler email

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GIRBOW
I wondered if any body on your site could help me, I am trying to trace my family name and history .I am looking for any information on Acacia Road, Walthamstow I believe this is where my grandfather moved to in 1958 his name was Jack Girbow . Any information would be greatly appreciated, also there was a Mrs Girbow that I found surfing the net on Barbers Almanack 1964 it says that she had serious burns and the fire destroyed her weekend chalet home in little port she came from Walthamstow and wondered if any body had any information on this lady. Yours hopefully,
Keith Girbow email

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HAMILTON/GOODWIN
What a interesting and informative Web site.I am hoping you may be able to help me find my ancestors. My Great uncle Herbert HAMILTON was born in Colchester Essex, married Clara GOODWIN (year not yet known). They had one son Herbert James Francisborn in Walthamstow, London in 1908. Herbert James HAMILTON married Ada
(maiden name not known). Herbert and Ada had one child June HAMILTON. I am endeavouring to find June - I am hoping someone may have gone to school with June or knows of her. If anyone can assist me in anyway your help would be greatly appreciated. Regards
Trudy Western Australia email

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HOPE family - posted 22 Sep 2009
Hi! I just came upon your site during my search for information about my ancestors. My great grandfather, William John McMillan, and his family apparently lived in Walthamstow up until about 1920. His son, Henry (my grandfather), was an apprentice toolmaker at the AEC plant there. I think they may have lived at 40 Grosvenor Park Road because I came across that address scribbled on a WWI military record that may relate to his brother, Alfred, who worked for a music store before they all moved to Australia. I do know that my grandmother, Winifred Hope, met Henry while he was living in Walthamstow and followed him to Australia to marry in 1924. Her father, John James Hope, was a printer and the family lived at 26 Higham Hill Road. I am told the family attended a Baptist church in Higham Hill Road. Any information about either family would be most appreciated. Best wishes,
Jeff Bird, from Australia email

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HAGGER & CHATTERS - posted 12 Mar 2009
Does anyone have any information about a Chatters or Hagger family living in Walthamstow in about 1810? I am particularly interested in finding a baptism record for Thomas (Hagger or Chatters) who was born about 1810 and who was transported to Australia in 1829. Thanks.
Brian Chatters email

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HUXLEY
I am trying to trace the family of Winifred Violet Huxley, my father's first wife, who was born in 1899 and died tragically young in September 1928, after only six years of marriage to my father, Frank Morley (whose family lived at 160 Forest Road - a boot and shoe repair shop). The young couple lived at 6 Canning Road. The Huxley family lived at 33 Gamuel Road and Winifred had a younger brother and an older sister. The children possibly attended Gamuel Road School.Their father was called Joseph Huxley and he was a dock clerk. The family lived at 33 Gamuel Road.
I have some documentation and a few stunning photos of Winifred, which I would love to share with any descendants of her brother or sister. Winifred was also godmother to my cousin, Leslie King, now 80 and living in South Benfleet.
If anyone knows of the Huxleys I would be so grateful if you would get in touch with me (Pam Stockwell) at email

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HOLLAND
George Holland (my great grandfather) was a master upholsterer, who, in the 1901 cenus was living at 3, Georgina Terrace, Bakers Arms, Leyton High Road.
I believe he had a shop there. Any answers?
Geoff Spittles email

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HARVEY
I am looking for any desendants of mr and mrs harvey who lived at 23 ashford road walthamstow, in the 1920s. they had 4 children. LILIAN. CAROLINE. TED. AND CHARLES. lilian was my mum. she was born in 1920.and caroline was born in 1911. i dont know what years the brothers were born.if anyone knows about any living relations now i would be very happy to hear from them.
Patricia Collison email

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HAWTON & HICKEY
Doing some family tree research for an elderly church friend as a gift. The HAWTON family lived in Downsfield Rd, Walthamstow, in 1901. Also ran the Hawton (Private/Commercial) Hotel. The HICKEY family lived variously in Markhouse Rd, Arkley Rd, Downsfield Rd. The families also had City/Hackney links. I know she would particularly welcome anything still available about the family hotel.
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HOW
Looking for any information on Walter or Frederick How families known to live in Walthamstow in the 1800's. Hard name to research but have relatives in Essex, Hampshire and Herts. Also searching for David How last known to reside in Walthamstow, his father was James (Jim) How married to Grace. Would appreciate any information on this family name. Thanks,
Norma email

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HUGHES FAMILY
Great site just found it - I am looking for WILLIAM HUGHES my grandfather or any of his siblings - I know he was born in West Ham sub district Walthamstow - his parents were WILLIAM HUGHES and mother FRANCES MONK we were led to believe that William was put into Dr Barnados when his mother died with other younger children from his family so am assuming that this was in Walthamstow - on his wedding cert it states that he was living at Lynmouth road when he married KATE CUNNEW in 1920 at the Parish Church in Walthamstow - she also lived in Lynmouth road - also believe that he had a sister called ROSINA HUGHES who also married into the CUNNEW family - KATES brother JAMES CUNNEW - we know one brother was ARTHUR HUGHES and a sister called VIOLET HUGHES - there were other brothers and sisters but names not known - if anyone can help I would be very grateful. Chris email

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HOARE
I am looking for any information or decendants of the Hoare Family that ran a barber shop at 190 Forest Road between 1905 and 1937. The barber's name was Frederick James William Hoare and he was married to Stella Kellord Hoare.  They had two sons and two daughters. Frederick James Hoare was born in 1895 and still resided at the shop in 1937. The other son, David William Hoare, left home at 15 and ended up travelling to America. The two daughters were: Clara Elizabeth Hoare was born on December 2, 1904 and Eva May Hoare was born sometime after that. In 1934, Frederick James William Hoare, Stella Rachel Hoare, Frederick James Hoare, Clara Elizabeth Hoare and Eva May Hoare are all listed as registered voters at 190 Forest Road. Frank Joa (Grandson of David William Hoare) Cincinnati, Ohio USA email

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HURST
Looking for descendants of William and Mary-Jane Hurst who lived in Walthamstow from 1800's - 1952,Harold William Hurst and wife Edith immigrated to Canada 1921.
Harold had brothers and sisters still living in Walthamstow until the early 70's. Norma Hurst email.

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HUMFREY
I am researching my HUMFREY family who lived at Rose Cottages No. 6 Collard Rd. Some years ago I put a query into the Family Tree Magazine looking for information on this street and hopefully of my Great Grandfather William Chapman Humfrey and his family. My Grandfather, Arthur, being the second youngest child born in Walthamstow. I found the family on the 1881 Census but when I went to look on the 1891 Census No. 6 Rose Cottages seems to be missing. Other numbers in the street are still there.

A couple of the replies that I received through Family Tree came from people who had once lived in the street but could not remember No. 6. I am wondering whether the early numbers where pulled down sometime during the 1880's. Collard Rd. now no longer exists as it suffered from WW11 bombing so the houses where pulled down and the street eliminated. I don't know what is there now.  Would there be somebody out there who can answer my question. I'm not quite sure where to look for them at present. I can be contacted on email June Welsby

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HOW
I would like any information on the Jim and Grace How family, they are my mothers cousins,and visited us in Weymouth Dorset in the late forties early fifties for summer holidays. They had three children David,Joyce and another little girl ,David would be about 73a nd Joyce about 65, some might remember Joyce from school. I now reside in Canada, but I do have How cousins in Braintree Essex and Havant nr. Portsmouth. Thanks,
Norma,  email

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HURST
I am looking for relatives of my husband last name HURST who lived on BUXTON RDfor many years, his great grandparents were William and Mary Jane Hurst , his grandfather Harold Hurst married Edith Frisbee on Dec 2 1910 they had a son Harold William Victor and they emmigrated to Canada in 1926. Harold died on July 1st 1972 and Edith died October 31st 1975 .I know that Harold junior kept in touch with his cousin or aunt named Polly.Harold passed away in Calgary Canada on July 25th 2002, predeceased by his 3 sons and only daughter.I would like to hear from anyone who can give me any information. Thanks,
N. Hurst email

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HENMAN
Could anyone help please? My husband and I are researching his family and very little is known about my husband`s father who, I understand used to `box` under the name of George Humphreys Henman probably during the 1930`s/40`s and possibly 50`s. We think that George was born in 1901 and lived at 3 Newman Road, Walthamstow. Please email any information. Much obliged. Sue Henman email

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HISCOCK
Hi there, I am trying to obtain some information on my grandmother, AMELIA REGINA HISCOCK, who was born in Walthamstow, London in 1892. Her father's name was Richard C. Hiscock and her mother's name was Regina Hogg. Can you direct me to how I may obtain some information.  Thank you for your time Patty Ross email

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HAMILTON/GOODWIN
What a interesting and informative Web site.I am hoping you may be able to help me find my ancestors. My Great uncle Herbert HAMILTON was born in Colchester Essex, married Clara GOODWIN (year not yet known). They had one son Herbert James Francisborn in Walthamstow, London in 1908. Herbert James HAMILTON married Ada
(maiden name not known). Herbert and Ada had one child June HAMILTON. I am endeavouring to find June - I am hoping someone may have gone to school with June or knows of her. If anyone can assist me in anyway your help would be greatly appreciated. Regards Trudy  Western Australia email

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KANE
Hi, im trying to locate Richard Kane. I have been given my birth father details after 34 years he doesn't even know. His last known address was 368 Hoe St, Walthamstow, Greater London E17 and his father was called Thomas or Tom. He worked for granda tv rentals in 1975/1976. Richard was last seen 20 years ago. Any information pls thanks all
Paul Dowding email

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KING
Descendants of Alfred and Mary Ann (Polly) King who used to live in Macdonald Avenue, Walthamstow in the 1920/1930's are holding a Reunion in London on 15th June 2003. We are looking for other cousins to join us - namely the family of the eldest son, Alfred King, namely Alf, Philip, Connie, Sheila, Pat. Plus the family of Florence (Lol) and Charles Floyd - We believe there was a son named Charles and a daughter. We are also looking  for Roger and Paul Jones, sons of Doreen (nee Jarvis) and Arthur Jones, who used to live in Hall Lane, Chingford in the 1040's. If anyone knows the whereabouts of any of these people, we would be grateful if you could ask them to contact me. Many thanks for your help. Jose Ransome email

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KENEALY
I am currently researching family history on behalf of my cousin. We have reason to believe that Timothy Patrick Kenealy (his grandfather) was at one time a "pupil" at St Johns Certified Industrial School, Walthamstow, Essex. We have found him on the 1901 census in these premises. Are there any records kept of young people in the Industrial Schools for that time period? Perhaps you could point me in the right direction as to whom I should approach regarding my query. Yours SincerelyAnn Hancocks (North Wales) email

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KING
I have been trying to find my relatives. My mother was born in England and lived on Selbourne Road in Walthamstow. Her parents were Edmund Henry King and Alice Maude NIchols King. She had a brother Eddie and a sister Doris. Eddie married a lady named Essie or Elsie, they had 2 children Beverly and Malcolm. Eddie has passed away and so have her parents, not sure about Doris. Doris married Arthur Salmon and they also had 2 children, Arthur and John. I am not sure if they even live around Walthamstow any more I did receive some infomation that Eddie's wife might live at 91 Kettlebaston Road off Bridge Road. I have been trying for months to find my relatives, but at the same time at least of of my relative was trying to find us, I might say he did a better job of it then I did. He is a son of my mothers cousin. There last name is Morgan, his mother was a Connie Cole before she married. David has been trying to fill us in on all the details he can, but I am continuing to look also. It has been since the 60's since my mother has had any contact with her family, until David found us.
Thank you very much for your site. It has been very interesting. From Alice Reardon If you could post this for me I would appreciate it. And I can be reached at email.

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LOOMES
Hi all,
I am trying to research my mothers family (Loomes) Her father was Frederick Loomes and they lived in Branden Road, between 1920 and 1929. It was a large family Doris, Edie,Rose, Leslie,Alf,Ron,Cyril and 2 of the sons (Fred junior and Ewen) married girls from the same street in the late 1920's. Fred junior won the first 'Wood Street walk; in 1922. Fred senior was part of a double act, Nickel & Silver That played at the Palace in the High Street and th Buxton Club. So if anyone has any information I would be glad to hear.
Rob email

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LONGWORTH
Gertrude LONGWORTH (b1880 Denton, Lancashire) [daughter of Sarah Ann HALL (c1856/58 Stockport,Cheshire) & John LONGWORTH b 1853 Denton,Lancs] married in1906 at Walthamstow Parish Church [St Marys?], Essex [London] to Fred KINDER b1876 Gee Cross, Cheshire. The 30 bachelor turner son of Hugh KINDER hatter; she 25 spinster dr of John LONGWORTH joiner; both residing at 41 Winchester Rd witnesses John LONGWORTH & Emily MATHERS. Would like to trace their descendants. Any KINDER in Walthamstow? IsWinchester Rd there? Is St Marys the C of E church there? Would be nice to have a photo of it on the site.
Kit Withers in NZ website

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LUDKINS
I am trying to trace the Ludkins family who ran a Coal Merchants in Walthamstow in the 1920 - 1940s. My Great Grandfather is John Herbert Ludkins and apparently had many brothers and sisters. Can you tell me the name of any local Historians, or local papers who may be able to help me trace my family. I have quite a lot of info but cant prove its the right family. Look forward to hearing from you.
Kara Dickerson email

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LIVERMORE
Does anyone remember the Livermore family who had a shop in Hoe St. Walthamstow? My Aunty Loll (Laura) lived there with her husband and nine children. I think they were there for many years - certainly in 1937 when the family were growing up. I know they sold linens but think it was probably a general store. Would be interested to have any information about them.
Kathleen Ward. email

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LOTT
Researching my families background, I see that my fathers family were in Walthamstow. In the 1901 census, the LOTT family were in Black Horse Lane, in the 1881 census they were at Higham Hill Farm. I notice the name Higham is significant in the area, but I presume that Higham Farm has long been buried by housing. It seem likely they were also in the area at the intervening census, i.e. 1891, but I have no details as yet. I would be interested to know where this farm was located and what is built upon it.
Alan, Brixham, Devon email

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LUTENER
Hi from Australia. I am trying to find an relatives with the surname of LUTENER. My father Herbert Ernest Kitchener Lutener was born on 15th May, 1916 at 46 Winns Avenue, Walthamstow. His mothers name Alice Beatrice Lutener nee Martin. Fathers name Ernest Lutener. My father has passed away in 1982 in Australia, and I have very little information. I am his daughter. If anybody has any information could they please email me Thank you
Margaret Lutener email

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LUNN/CLARK/SAPSFORD
My husband's grandparents were married at St Mary's Church, Walthamstow in 1896. Albert Seaton LUNN had been born 1872c at Streatham in Essex but lived with his grandparents in Dogmersfield in Hampshire after his father died when he was about 10 years old. Edith Lucy CLARKE was born 16Dec1875 at Back of Castle, Parish of Walthamstow - the daughter of William CLARKE and Amelia SAPSFORD.  In the 1881 Census, William and Amelia and their seven chidlren lived at 13 Payze & Gatehouse Cottages in the parish of St Peter in Walthamstow. The family continued to live in the Walthamstow/Woodford area for many years. William and Amelia's children were Amelia Selina, William J, George, Jessey, Marian, Albert and Edith Lucy - born between 1852 and 1875. Albert and Edith moved from Walthamstow soon after their marriage, living at Godalming, Wickam and Dover before leaving for Australia in 1912 and 1913. My husband and I visited Walthamstow in 1999 but did not have all this information at that time. We have a copy of Edith's birth and death certificates and the church copy of her marriage to Albert Seaton Lunn. Would love to contact any descendants of the CLARKE/LUNN or SAPSFORD families in your area.  Do the addresses I have from the certificates still exist? Hoping to be able to further my research with your help Regards
Vicki Smith, Geelong, Victoria, Australia email

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LOVELL
I am looking for information about my family that lived in Walthamstow......My grandfather, Thomas Albert Charles Lovell had a number of brothers all living in the area, would appreciate any help.
Geoff Lovell. Crawley, Sussex. email

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18 Aug 2011 - MÜLLER: Seeking a miracle... ... to find the birthplace of my Gt. Grandpa Heinrich Christopher MÜLLER.
The Evangelical German Church of St Pauls [1880 London] Baptism Register of my Gt.Uncle, records (in German) includes the following details -

ELTERN - Heinrich Christopher MÜLLER - (parents)
Arbeiter aus - (looks like) EUPL, HANOVER - (Worker from)

He married 1874 in London, age 24 - his father's name was recorded as Peter MÜLLER, A Mariner

For some years my Gt.Grandpa worked as a Sugar Baker.
In 2010 I sought the expertise of a German Genealogist, based in Bremen, who extensively researched the archives for possible birth records in the parishes of ENDEL, ENSEN, EISSEL, ESSEL + INSEL for a Heinrich Christoph[er] MÜLLER, with a father named as Peter MÜLLER. It proved to be a very expensive exercise, without a positive result.
So, as a Worker from somewhere in Hanover, where might he have been born & in which parish? If there's a fellow ancestral researcher in Germany, who would find my quest a challenge too-good-to-ignore, please let me know. After a few year's of research in England, I have now found & purchased various certificates & documents of him, his Scottish wife & some of their children, to identify him as my Gt.Grandpa, linking me via my father's lineage. The records show that their German names were fully anglicised by the 1881 London census records.
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MCMILLAN family
22-Sep-2009: Hi! I just came upon your site during my search for information about my ancestors. My great grandfather, William John McMillan, and his family apparently lived in Walthamstow up until about 1920. His son, Henry (my grandfather), was an apprentice toolmaker at the AEC plant there. I think they may have lived at 40 Grosvenor Park Road because I came across that address scribbled on a WWI military record that may relate to his brother, Alfred, who worked for a music store before they all moved to Australia. I do know that my grandmother, Winifred Hope, met Henry while he was living in Walthamstow and followed him to Australia to marry in 1924. Her father, John James Hope, was a printer and the family lived at 26 Higham Hill Road. I am told the family attended a Baptist church in Higham Hill Road. Any information about either family would be most appreciated. Best wishes,
Jeff Bird, from Australia email

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MONDAY family
28-Jun-2009: Hi Daniel and John, I would love some more information if possible to help fill in the life of my grandfather George Charles MONDAY. I found him on the 1911 census working and living at the COMMON GATE HOTEL, Markhouse Road, Walthamstow. He was 31 years of age at the time and later that year he married and immigrated to Australia. The licensed Victuallers were Alfred TOYE snr and jnr. The information from the census was so interesting as I have my granparent's autograph book signed by the TOYE family and many other people from Walthamstow - Steve BARKER, Clara SHORT, Thomas WEBSTER, Mrs DOILEY, Mr E. HASLER, J.P. NOLAN, F. G. HENNINGS, J. STEPHENSON (old ship-mate)?, F.C. SANDERS. Any information would be much appreciated.
Lynette, Sydney, Australia email

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MAY family
22-Apr-2009: Hello from Downunder. Not sure if you are the right person to email. Just found your site. Am searching for information on my ancestors, the MAY family, specifically Charles and his family, who lived in Selborne Terrace and West Ave Road in the 1880's and 1890's. Charles was a member of the Brethren and a silversmith/clock/copper worker, who also had links to Birmingham. I have some census returns, but would like to know a lot more.
On the offchance there is anyone in cyberspace with some information or interest, would love to hear from them. Cheers!
Ruth Keane email

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MORLEY family
19 Apr 2009 Hello,

I am attaching the promised photo of my uncle William Rhoden Morley, of 160 Forest Road, Walthamstow, son of William Theophilus Morley and Jessie Morley, who died in the battle of the Somme on July 8th 1916, aged 18. Also attached, for interest, is a photo of his memorial plaque. These bronze plaques were presented to the families of all who fell in the 1914-18 war. (I once saw one on display among a collection of horse brasses surrounding the fireplace of a pub in Surrey! However, I said nothing because I felt nobody would care, or understand, why I was so appalled! I also have a picture of my grandfather's boot and shoe repair shop at 160 Forest Road, but can't lay my hands on it for the moment. Vestry House has a copy, though.
Keep up the good work - the Walthamstow Memories will be an important social document and local history resource one day. If I can help in any way, please let me know. Kind regards,

Pam Stockwell email

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MILLERS family
Hello John, Since posting my Walthamstow memories of my mother's family, the Millers, at Tower Stables, my e-mail address has changed and could you please change it to tasjude@airenet.com I would also like to add another photo of my mom, taken in 1911. That would have been the year she and her family left Walthamstow for their new life in western Canada. She was 19. I have also since learned from the 1901 U.K. census that two of my dad's great uncles, Walter and George Richardson were also living in Walthamstow at that time. They were both bricklayers. I am sure that my parents wouldn't have known that, as they didn't meet until 1928 in Oyen, Alberta. Incidentally, my dad was a bricklayer, as was his father and grandfather, and as I was until I retired.
I would also like to thank Bill Bayliss again for contacting me with information about Tower Stables, the history of the area, and web sites that gave me pictures of the area. Walthamstow Memories is a wonderful, friendly place to visit again and again.
Thanks John, and all the best in 2007.
Tas Richardson email

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MARKS/DANIELS
I am trying to find information about my great, grandparents Joseph and Mary-Anne Marks. Mary Annes maiden name was Daniels. Their daughter Doris (my nan) was born in Walthamstow in 1920, which makes me think they were living there at the time. They later had a son called Sidney. Any information regarding them, especially when and where they were married would be gratefully recieved. Many thanks,
Jenny Horrigan email

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CARTWRIGHT & MONK
Both sets of great Grandparents come from Walthamstow. Monk and Cartwright. I am now trying to find out info on the Cartwright side. Alfred James Cartwright married Eliza Washington and lived at 27 Hartington Road Walthamstow in 1895. They had 11 or 12 children I only have Ethel's birth date.
1. Ethel born March 05, 1896 *** this is the direct relative Immigrated to Canada in May of 1919
2. Edith married Fred Aug 22, 1918
3. Rose
4. Minnie married a Harry Williams 3 children: Minnie, May, Alfred
Have a picture of Minnie with the Queen I am assuming it is Minnie's 90 or 100th birthday
5. Violet
6. Daisy
7. Violet have a picture of her with a goat
8. Alice: picture of her with daughter ?? May and son Ward
8. Herbert
9. Percival
10. Alfred
11. Thomas
12. Male
If anyone has info on this family I would be grateful to obtain any of it.
I have many pictures of the 1920-40 years of Walthamstow which I would be willing to share.
Debra Monk email

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MARRIOTT AND PATON - I grew up in Walthamstow in the 1920's and 1930's and lived on Fleeming Close and went to Winn's Avenue School and lived near Lloyd Park. I am looking for people related to my Marriotts and Patons and also a school friend named June Keen. 
Erica Paton Marriott (Harnett) now living in Canada email

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MAZENGARBS
I am researching any Mazengarbs and connecting familiesmy grandmother Constance lived with her brother and sisters and parents Mary Ann and John Henry Mazengarb in the old school house, Vestry Road which is opposite Vestry House Museum. John Henry was a butcher, one in a long line of butchers going back through the generations. One being Charles Mazengarb from Essex transported to Australia for sheep stealing. During research I have found the early Mazengarbs/Massingarbs to be from either France of the Low Country (Belgium) Hugeunots/Walloons. Any information will be greatly appreciated, also happy to swop info. 
Brenda Riddle email

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MARTLEW
Please find attached a picture of my Great Grandmother Elizabeth Martlew (nee Cluff) that was taken when she was one year old in 1903. Pictured with her in the photo is her mother Elizabeth Cluff. My Great Grandmother celebrated her 102 birthday last Sunday 25th July 2004. Dear sir, Yours sincerely,Kylie Gilbert Port Augusta South Australia, Australia email

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MINNS/DAMES
Hello, What a wonderful web site! I'm hoping someone is able to help me. My gt uncle John Royall Minns married Annie Elizabeth Dames at St Mary's church, Walthamstow in Sept 1888. He was described as a cook living at 9 Ravenswood Road and she as a servant of the same address. They subsequently emigrated to the USA via Australia and the Falkland Islands. The American side of the family have always believed that they were married in a church that was "owned" or on land owned by the Royall Minns family. Can anybody throw any light on this story? Or tell me if Ravenswood Rd still exists? I believe the Dames were cabinet makers in the area. Thanking you in anticipation. M Charlston email

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MARSHALL
I must firstly congratulate you on your site. I came across this purely by accident and became so engrossed that I forgot my own mission. The letters and articles have evoked many a memory forgotten. I was born in Walthamstow in 1946 and lived at 5 Elm Road until the middle 70's. I too like many others am searching for the ancestors. My grandmother Frances 'Kate' Marshall (nee Walker) and granddad Frederick Marshall lived at 14 Selbourne Avenue from around 1909/10 until their respective deaths, granddad in 1929 and nanny in 1972. They had 8 children, Fred, Lilian (Parsons- my mother), George, Albert, Iris (Keene), Joyce (Smith), Flo (Mitchell, I think) and Bill. All of these children had children of their own, except Fred, so somewhere out there I have many first cousins that I have not seen or heard from for at least a quarter of a century. I am in the process of getting together the family tree but have so far been relatively unsuccessful on this side. I know that nanny was born in Alysham, Norfolk on 21/9/1885. If there is anyone out there that may remember this family or indeed are related to it, I would love to hear from you. Also whilst writing, I note that you have a number of letters from folks that now live abroad. I would also like to contact Dawn Collins who also lived in Elm Road until her mother Jean and brother Stephen moved to Australia in 1957. Dawn, or anyone who may have kept in touch with her, please drop me a line.
Your site is now on my list of favourites and I look forward to maybe being able to contribute from time to time.
Pat Durrant email

I emailed you a while back and you were kind enough to print my letter, asking for information on my grandparents. I have made the discovery that they had 9 children and not 8 and the one I missed was Edith 'Edie' (Ogden), who also live with her husband Fred and son Douglas in the same house. Doug married Helen (I think) who lived opposite and they then moved to the Lake district. Pat Durrant.

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MELLUISH
My mother was born in Walthamstow in 1911 Myrtal st, near the lighthouse there were 7 in the family their father died when my Mother was 2 she was a twin her brother was Charlie, their surname was Melluish the other children was William, Doris, Connie,Rene and the other name I dont Know. the father was from germany, the mothers name was Sussana Frances Davis, and the Father William, I would like to know more about the family, as I dont know anything at all, I grew up in Chingford, but the war was on so we never saw anyone at all, I think that my g/mother died about 1961, but I`m not sure, also Charlie had a Daughter called June, who live in Walthamstow now. My mothers name was Gladys. Hoping someone can remember the family. Yours truly
Ruby James email

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MASON
My gggrandfather Benjamin MASON and his wife Ann lived at 2 Pembroke Street from at least 1858 until his death in 1880 and hers in 1887. They were buried in the cemetary in Queens Road, but the grave was re-used in the 1930s. He also owned property in Eden Road somewhere. Has anyone any connection to this family ?
Gail Oliver email

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MAUNDER/STONE /PARTRIDGE Does anyone have any information about William Daniel MAUNDER who married Ellen STONE? (She was the widow of William STONE and her maiden name was Ellen PARTRIDGE-MAUNDER). They were married at Chiswick Parish Church on 22nd December 1875. William D. MAUNDER is described seperately as Draper, Barriser of Law, and Gentleman on three documents that I hold. The address in Walthamstow is 6, Orford Road. Ellen is also described as Draper. They were the parents of my grandmother Ethel Daisy MAUNDER who was born 3rd September 1879 at this address. Hilary Redman email

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MARTIN nee PARISER
I am trying to find out where my nan is buried and also if any one has any information about my family, I would dearly love to hear from them. My mum, OLIVE ROSE MARTIN nee PARISER died last December, and I would like to know where her mum CAROLINE PARISER is buried so that I can arrange to have her ashes put there.I live in New Zealand, and don't know how to contact the cemetary. I was a wee girl when nannie died, but I am sure that it was up the road from the lighthouse. My mum,(Olive) was born and lived in GLENTHORNE ROAD , she was the youngest. She had two brothers, George and Ernie and one sister, Ethel. My uncle Ernie married DORIS and they lived in Glenthorne Road, they had a son DAVID and two daughters JEANIE AND DIANE. My Auntie Ethel married JOE WOODS, and they moved to MOORLAND Road and had two sons BOBBY and PAUL. Uncle George had two sons I think, one called ERNIE. My mum told me that in the war they had two Anderson shelters in the back garden because her grandad, who lived in the flat underneath them, had had a stroke. Any information about my family would be greatly appreciated. My cousin Paul sent me a photo of my nan, grandad, three great aunts, a greatgrandad and two baby uncles, george and ernie out the front of glenthorne road with a model of the boat my grandad built. He was a merchant seaman. I've encluded an attachment of the photo incase anybody recognises anybody. Hopefully and with thanks Sarah McDougall nee Martin email

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NORWOOD
My wife & I are trying to find some information on my wife's maternal grand-parents, Rev W S & Mrs Norwood, who were missionaries at Hoti-Mardan, N.W. India - now Pakistan, & close to the Afghanistan border. We have a photo-copy of the Quarterly Record of the Central Asian Pioneer Mission (January 1904) - the only religious denominational reference is under "Reports of Meetings", where they refer to the Wanstead Cogregational C.E. Societies' Missionary Meeting - my wife's late mother used to talk of her parents beingmarried one midday, & departing England that night for India, never to return. They had9 children, all but 1 born in India, and came to Australia in the late 20's-early 30's,where her father practised as a Congregational Minister.
The Walthamstow connection is that the Home Director, Hon Sec, Hon Treasurer, Hon Publications Secretary, & the Hon Sec of Prayer Union all had Walthamstow addresses, though the Hon Editor was from clifton, Bristol. The Referees (?) were all Rev or Prof, 3 from Bristol,1 from Walthamstow, 1 from Plymouth & 1 from Devonport. I also tried to send a copy of this email to hmsweb.co.uk who, I gather, delve into the history of Walthamstow, but it couldn't get through. I'm hopeful that you can throw a little more light on the subject - anything at all would gratefully received. Would you like a photo-copy of the Quarterly Record as well? Best regards, Rose-Marie & Ross Murdoch, Mapleton. Qld. Australia. email: murdochaross@hotmail.com

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03 May 2010 - OCHILTREE
Hi, researching on Tom Ochiltree, who worked for several years at Manzies Pie Shop High Street around the 1950s in Walthamstow and his father John Ochiltree who worked as a market barrow boy in his youth and later married Lou Slatter, whose father had a Banana Stall at Walthamstow Market High Street. Can any one help with information in particular on John Ochiltree and his background parents etc around 1900 +.
Janice Ochiltree email

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OBISPO
I live in Spain, my father Alfonso Obispo was born in Walthamstow in 255 Brettenham road the fifth of August of 1906, his father's name Roberto Obispo , his mother's name Harriet Obispo formerly Bishop, date of registeration 19th of September 1906 the deputy register Cistie Write (more or less). Application number S.R.22972/30. There is another sister Rosina born the 24th of August of 1905 registered by secretary Jackson. I give this information because I think there is another girl and I know nothing about my English family. My father came to Spain in 1912 I do not why - may be his parents' death, but only my father and Rosina came and if another dauther existed she remained in England. I do not why. My father was 6 years old and he never told us about his family, He was adopted by a Spanish family but they didn't change
his real name. I would like to know something about this part of my family, thank you. Estella Gomez email

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PAINTER
I am trying to find out which church the Painter family may have used. They lived at 26 Roberts Road in 1909, 26 Macdonald Road in 1912 and
583 Forest Road in 1901 - anyone remember them?
Mother Caroline
Father Charles William
Children: Charles, Arthur, John, Florence, Elizabeth, Alice, Violet, Caroline, Doris,Jack
Does anyone know where Midway Place school is/was? Many thanks

Margaret Private Reply Public Reply

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PEGLAR
I am looking for information on the birth of Sharon Peglar.. sent to walthamstow nursing home when born on 9-11-52.. now burnt down so records lost..
Lorrainne email

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PEARCE
I am trying to find out more out my mother's family background and wonder if anyone using this site may be able to help.
My grandparents, Henry and Florence Pearce lived in 404 Hoe Street till about 1933. Their two daughters, Phyllis Eleanor (my mother) and Eunice were born in 1910 and 1917. Both girls went to a nearby school, Carisbrooke College - can find no trace of this, in Carisbrooke Road somewhere, presumbably? Anything (text or photos) from anyone who knows about that area, what buildings or shops or schools were there at the time...........would be helpful.

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E. Beddall email

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PAGE
I am hoping to find the wherabouts of Jeffrey and Marjorie Page (nee Parrott). I believe they lived in Shernhall Road during the 1950s. This is for a Family History connection.
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DELL/SEARLE/FULLER/PIERCY/PERRYMENT
I was wondering if anyone knew of the Alfred Anthony Dell Family/Richard Eardley Searle Family/Edward Charles Fuller Family/Arthur Ernest Piercy Family /Frank Perryment Family.I do have alot of information on alot of these families, but I also I have alot missing so I was wondering if anyone can help. So instead of detailing info on the site because it is way to much, I thought I would ask if anyone knows of these names and if so we could look into it more.  Hoping to talk to someone soon.
Lorraine email

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MARRIOTT AND PATON - I grew up in Walthamstow in the 1920's and 1930's and lived on Fleeming Close and went to Winn's Avenue School and lived near Lloyd Park. I am looking for people related to my Marriotts and Patons and also a school friend named June Keen. 
Erica Paton Marrriott (Harnett) now living in Canada email

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BRIGHT/PRING/SIMMONS FAMILIES
I am seeking information on these families some of whom left Walthamstow in 1911 and 1912 to emigrate to New Zealand. Charles Bright and his father Edwin were master cabinet makers and I would like to find out more about this industry in Walthamstow. We still have one or two pieces of furniture intricately inlaid and carved. Charles Bright lived in 14 Russell Rd in 1901. He died in 1911 and shortly afterwards his wife and 3 small daughters left for NZ. His wife’s family – mother Amelia Pring, brothers John and Harold Pring and sister Florence (married to John Robert Simmons) and their families all arrived in New Zealand in 1912. I would like to hear from any family members still living in Walthamstow, or anyone who can tell me more about the furniture making industry in Walthamstow in the 1880-1910 period. Thank you,
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PASOLA
Thanks to your splendid site, I have spotted the following - who I know to be relatives of mine by my Grandmother's first marriage. I refer to Charlie (Carlo Antonio's) PASOLA family from Newcastle, whose cousins were the SILMONS, WELD SILMONS and De WELD SILMONS from Sarah Jane MONAGHAN SERRANO's marriage to William Osman WELD SILMON (who originally had a Moroccan Arabic name and was born in Tetuan, c. 1853-56, died at 68 De Gray Street, Benwell, Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1918). Charlie was my Uncle, brother to Leonora Maria ("Lola"), so Terry PASOLA (see below), is one of my long lost Cousins, from one generation or another. Can you possibly put me in touch? Terry left no e-mail link to contact - otherwise, I would not be imposing on you like this, for which please accept my sincerest apologies. Every good wish for further successes with your wonderful and immensely helpful site. Joseph ("Joe" Silmon-Monerri (part of the half-Spanish family - Terry if you're reading this - younger brother of Arthur, George and Pepita )
jaasilm1@AOL.com
Flat 15, Bankside Court
(a sheltered accommodation block of flats)
49 Pink Bank Lane
Longsight, Manchester
M12 5GA
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MAUNDER/STONE /PARTRIDGE Does anyone have any information about William Daniel MAUNDER who married Ellen STONE? (She was the widow of William STONE and her maiden name was Ellen PARTRIDGE-MAUNDER). They were married at Chiswick Parish Church on 22nd December 1875. William D. MAUNDER is described seperately as Draper, Barriser of Law, and Gentleman on three documents that I hold. The address in Walthamstow is 6, Orford Road. Ellen is also described as Draper. They were the parents of my grandmother Ethel Daisy MAUNDER who was born 3rd September 1879 at this address.
Hilary Redman email

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POWELL, Mabel
I am searching for Mabel Ethel Powell (or living relatives of), formerly of 66 South Grove, Walthamstow, who gave birth to a boy Albert on 9 June 1919 at the Forest Gate Sick Home. Albert Powell is my father. He was put into the Dorney Children's Home, Dorney, near Windsor, as a baby until 1927 when, aged 8, he was sent to Western Australia under the auspices of the Kingsley Fairbridge Child Emigration Scheme. All his life he searched for his birth certificate and details of his parents, but he never found or knew, or was told his identity. Only just this week, after twenty years research myself, including a trip to England in 1992, was I sent the above details which confirms his identity. It is truly remarkable! I wonder if anyone can imagine what it has been like for my father and I wanting to know our family, and the incredible task we undertook to try and find out - a whole lifetime. I set upon the task from this day forward with the hopeful endeavour of finding my grandmother and possible living relatives. I never thought I would ever know. For my father's sake, this is truly a major achievement in our family history. With grateful thanks.
Barbara Powell email

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PARRY /PAWLEY
Louisa Elizabeth Parry married Herbert Cecil Pawley in the December quarter of 1898 in West Ham and we know that they lived at 118 Belgrave Road Walthamstow for some time and had at least one daughter Ethel Maud who was born on the 13th of September 1902. Herbert at that time worked as a plumber...We think that other children may have included two sons and another daugther...Herbert and Robert but the daughters name we not sure but may have been known as Minnie Would sure like to here from anyone who can provide any info on the families.
David Chard email

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RUTTER

08-Feb-2010: I have a convict decendant who was transported to Australia on his shipping record it states he was native of Waltham could this be in this area or just a shortened name for Waltham forest he comitted his crime at flying horse yard , Bishop gate and i understand this isnt all that far from waltham forest area..
His name was Thomas Rutter and sentenced on 11 september 1822, and had an occupation as shoemaker any help will be appreciated

Glenn Miller email

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REEVE
LOOKING FOR THE REEVE FAMILY WHO LIVED AT 3 BROOKDALE ROAD WALTHAMSTOW. HIS NAME WAS HENRY JOHN AND A COAL PORTER AND WAS THERE ABOUT 1943
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RANDALL
I am trying to trace a Alan Henry Randall and a Christine Elizabeth Ann Randall who owned freehold property in walthamstow in the 60's. If anyone knows one of them could they please contact me. Thanks.
Jan Mead email

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RINGER
My ancestors lived along Parkhurst Road. Did you know of the Ringer family? Coppermill, hatters and shiphands in Walthamstow.
Joanne King email

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SHEPHERD Family - Posted on 31 Jan 2012:
My Grandmother Florence Rhoda Shepherd was born in Wood Street Walthamstow. My Dad was told that she was born in a caravan near Leyton Station, so I wondered about the connection, but I have just found reference to an address given as Caravan in fields, Wood Street in relation to another family tree so there may be some validity in what my Dad was told. Also, I was told my Grandmother came from Traveller/circus people. I would be interested to hear from anyone who may know something about the history of the family.
Lorraine MATTHEWS [Private Reply] [Public Reply]

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STEWART/BARTLETT/BANNOCKS - Posted 15 Aug 2011
My widower Gt.Grandpa James STEWART's 3rd marriage was to widow Emily Alice BARTLETT (nee BANNOCKS) on 15/9/1909 at the Parish Church of St James the Greater Walthamstow - both were living at 38 Netley Road - he was a Ship's Cook at the time. Their witnesses were John Thomas GROVES & James' daughter Phoebe [aka Beatrice] Mary STEWART - who married in the same Church in October 1909 to Peter F MILLER.
The 1911 census records Emily Alice STEWART living at 18 Vernon Road, Walthamstow, with 2 of James' children from his previous marriage to Harriet STEWART (nee KIRBY), who died in 1903 in Walthamstow.
Emily Alice BARLETT's 1st marriage was to Reuben BARLETT on 25/12/1893 at the Parish Church of St Philips in Tower Hamlets, Middx (they were both in Service at the time) and I believe they had a daughter, possibly also named as Emily Annie(?) BARTLETT. Reuben died in Walthamstow 29/3/1909.
[Please see my earlier Family History entries under 'S' for STEWART, etc & 'M' for MILLER, etc]
I'd greatly appreciate hearing from anyone who's ancestral lineage links with these folk, please.
Pam RAY [Private Reply] [Public Reply]

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SMITH George and Emily - posted 22 Feb 2010
I am looking for information on the family of George and Emily Smith, who lived at Cambridge Road, Walthamstow, from around 1915 to 1940. They had several children and came originally from the East End. George worked as a french polisher. Regards

Paul Samuels email

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STEWART - posted 28-Feb-2009
What a great news letter recently received. I wonder if anyone out there would be able to tell me anything about my great grandfather James Stewart. Born in Scotland in 1844 & married to Margaret Garvock in 1866 at Fochabers Bellie.He was a carpenter. They lived in Edinburgh but on 1891 census were in Walthamstow at Hawkley rd with 5 children & the1901 census shows them with one son James Maclean Stewart. at 1 Raymond Villas.I also have a death certificate for my great grandfather showing that he placed himself before a moving train in 1914.Inquest details pre-1943 did not survive the war & so I am hoping that someone has a family history or knowledge of why he did this.thanks for your help.
Betty email

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SILVER
Hi, I am looking for information on a lady called Phylis Silver who lived at 68 Maynard Rd. Walthamstow and her gentleman friend Frank. Does Phylis still live there?. Is she still alive?. Any information would be gratefully accepted by family member. Kind Regards
Mandy Burns email

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STEIN
This is my husband's grandfather who died at Walthamstow Hospital in 1919. On the 1901 Census he was living at 463 Leytonstone Road, and profession was a Baker married to wife Mary and having a daughter Kathleen. He then re- married Mary A.F. Clarke in 1909 and was then living at 145 Tower Hamlets Road, Forest Gate this lady being my husband's grandmother. Does anyone know who or where I could contact to locate any pictures that may be available which could possibly show if Leytonstone Road was where he had his bakers shop. Thank You.
Carol Welton email

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SHEERMAN
William Richard Shearman - My grandfather was a teacher in Walthamstow until World War 1. Do you know anything about where he could have taught and what kind of teacher he was? He married at the Lighthouse on 24th October 1914 to Winifred County. Do you know anything about this as she is not my grandmother.
Thank you for any help you can give, Yours
Susan Brailsford email

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SAUNDERS
Does anyone remember the Saunders family living at 165 Winns Avenue about 1920 onwards. The father was Albert Edward Saunders, wife May, children, Harold, Gladys, Joyce, Iris and Douglas?
Albert used to work in Nosworthy's tobacconist shop down the High Street (James Street end) at one time.
Would love to hear from anyone who can remember them.
Ruth Saunders email

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STEWART
In the hope that I'll find a friendly soul, somewhere out there, who can help me find my STEWART ancestors back from my g/mother Beatrice Mary STEWART & maybe any siblings.
My search has been hampered because I don't know WHERE Beatrice was born. However, I do have a copy of her (m) cert so here goes.

Beatrice Mary STEWART (m) Peter Frederick MILLER Oct 1909 at James the Greater Parish Church in Walthamstow, Essex.
Peter Frederick MILLER (age 25) of 38 Netley Rd, Walthamstow (his dad was a Gate Keeper)
and Beatrice Mary STEWART (age 21) of [**] home address given as 891 Lea Bridge Road, Walthamstow (her dad was a Cook).

According to the Poll records it seems that, at least as at the time of the 1908 Poll, [**] 891 Lea Bridge Rd was formerly known as 95 Chestnut Walk. Also (at least from the 1908 upto the 1910 Poll) the only person at the address qualified to vote was a John Huxley SANDERS.

ANY info would be most welcomed, but if anyone is able to advise WHY Beatrice was at that address & in what capacity ie as a relative, lodger, employee, etc, along with establishing WHO Mr Sanders was) would be especially helpful, please. Some, or all of which, could possibly lead me to discover whence Beatrice Mary STEWART came from.
My name is Pam RAY (nee MILLER of West Ham, London). My parents were Peter Henry MILLER (b) 1912 & May [nee HUTCHINES (b) 1916] both of West Ham.
We (hubby & me) now live in Bristol. Looking forward to hearing from anyone from the great army of Researchers out there. Manwhile, kindest thoughts for your success in your researching.
Pam Ray (of Bristol) email

SEAR
Dear Sir/Madam
I am righting as I am looking for a death of my G,G,Grandmother Emma Sear I just don't seem to be able to find her death she was last living in Twhickenham in 1884 but by 1891 she no longer lived there her maiden name was Treadaway,the reason why I thought of Walthamstow her Children lived there and she was closed to Frank her son in the 1901 censers she does not seem to be there she ran a lodging house in Ramesgate in 1881 I have been tolled she did become a house keeper for a doctor his surname was fox that is it do you no of anyone that can help,look forward to here from you.
Jane Ross email

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TURNER/STEVENSON
I am very new to searching family ancestry. I am a first generation New Zealander and currently trying to put together a family tree. My great grandmother was Mary Ann TURNER born February 1865 from Walthamstow. Her father was Francis Thoms TURNER. He married Susanna Goronlock. I do not have any dates of birth, marriage or death of these great great grandparents. If anyone reading this has any information on this family line, would you please reply to this. My father came to live in New Zealand in the late 1940s. His father also came from Walthamstow, he was Horace Joseph STEVENSON. I am also interested in my great grandfather on that side. He was William Hnery STEVENSON. I look forward to any help available, or suggestions. Thanks.
Linda Lucas email

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SALMON

My name is Larry Salmon and I live in Kingston Ontario Canada. I am interested in my ancestors. My grandfather was John Arthur Salmon and he was born in Leyton in 1897. He lists a sister on his Canadian Military record as Elizabeth Salmon living at 28 Tenbury Rd. Walthamstow in 1915. She would have been around 19. I would like to know if there are Salmon family in Walthamstow now I would appreciate any information. Thank you in advance for your consideration.
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DELL/SEARLE/FULLER/PIERCY/PERRYMENT
I was wondering if anyone knew of the Alfred Anthony Dell Family/Richard Eardley Searle Family/Edward Charles Fuller Family/Arthur Ernest Piercy Family /Frank Perryment Family.I do have alot of information on alot of these families, but I also I have alot missing so I was wondering if anyone can help. So instead of detailing info on the site because it is way to much, I thought I would ask if anyone knows of these names and if so we could look into it more.  Hoping to talk to someone soon...
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BRIGHT/PRING/SIMMONS FAMILIES
I am seeking information on these families some of whom left Walthamstow in 1911 and 1912 to emigrate to New Zealand. Charles Bright and his father Edwin were master cabinet makers and I would like to find out more about this industry in Walthamstow. We still have one or two pieces of furniture intricately inlaid and carved. Charles Bright lived in 14 Russell Rd in 1901. He died in 1911 and shortly afterwards his wife and 3 small daughters left for NZ. His wife’s family – mother Amelia Pring, brothers John and Harold Pring and sister Florence (married to John Robert Simmons) and their families all arrived in New Zealand in 1912. I would like to hear from any family members still living in Walthamstow, or anyone who can tell me more about the furniture making industry in Walthamstow in the 1880-1910 period. Thank you,
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STEPHENSON
As a newcomer to this I am hoping someone may have information on my ancestors George Palmer STEPHENSON born 1853/54 and his wife Elizabeth born 1859/60 (believe maiden name was possibly Mance). They lived at 8 Ilton Road Walthamstow and may have also lived at no 15 at some time. According to the 1901 census there were at least 8 children: George W, Alfred J, Frederick P, John Edwin, Charlotte E, Everill, Arthur and Emily all born between 1881 and 1896. The 1891 census shows George Palmer's mother Sarah also in residence.  I can find no other trace of Ilton Road but do know that Everill got married at The Lighthouse in Markhouse Road in 1915.  Would be grateful for any assistance available. Thanks,
Linda email

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LUNN/CLARK/SAPSFORD
My husband's grandparents were married at St Mary's Church, Walthamstow in 1896. Albert Seaton LUNN had been born 1872c at Streatham in Essex but lived with his grandparents in Dogmersfield in Hampshire after his father died when he was about 10 years old. Edith Lucy CLARKE was born 16Dec1875 at Back of Castle, Parish of Walthamstow - the daughter of William CLARKE and Amelia SAPSFORD.  In the 1881 Census, William and Amelia and their seven chidlren lived at 13 Payze & Gatehouse Cottages in the parish of St Peter in Walthamstow. The family continued to live in the Walthamstow/Woodford area for many years. William and Amelia's children were Amelia Selina, William J, George, Jessey, Marian, Albert and Edith Lucy - born between 1852 and 1875. Albert and Edith moved from Walthamstow soon after their marriage, living at Godalming, Wickam and Dover before leaving for Australia in 1912 and 1913. My husband and I visited Walthamstow in 1999 but did not have all this information at that time. We have a copy of Edith's birth and death certificates and the church copy of her marriage to Albert Seaton Lunn. Would love to contact any descendants of the CLARKE/LUNN or SAPSFORD families in your area.  Do the addresses I have from the certificates still exist? Hoping to be able to further my research with your help Regards.
Vicki Smith, Geelong, Victoria, Australia email

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STEVENSON
My grandfather, Albert Frederick Stevenson, was born in Walthamstow in September 1903. I am trying to track down his family as I am travelling to the UK soon, and I would like his details to help with my Ancestry Visa. He married Edith Annie Moss and at some time they lived at 39 Cavendish Avenue in New Malden, Surrey. They also lived in Bexhill. They had three daughters: Mary, Kathleen and Anne. Kathleen and Anne came out to New Zealand in the 1950s. Kathleen married a Dutchman, Karel Hobo and had 5 children, I am the eldest son. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I intend to visit Walthamstow early in 2004.
Stephen Hobo-Tuck email

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MAUNDER/STONE /PARTRIDGE
Does anyone have any information about William Daniel MAUNDER who married Ellen STONE? (She was the widow of William STONE and her maiden name was Ellen PARTRIDGE-MAUNDER). They were married at Chiswick Parish Church on 22nd December 1875. William D. MAUNDER is described seperately as Draper, Barriser of Law, and Gentleman on three documents that I hold. The address in Walthamstow is 6, Orford Road. Ellen is also described as Draper. They were the parents of my grandmother Ethel Daisy MAUNDER who was born 3rd September 1879 at this address.
Hilary Redman email

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SYMONDS/SIMMONS or similar
Ellen had a daughter by her previous marriage to William STONE ~ also Ellen STONE, also a Draper, who married a man named Simmonds/Symonds or similar. Their son was named Edmund but also known as 'Ted'  Do these names appear in your family tree, or do you have any knowledge of them? If so I'd love to hear from you.  nThankyou 'hmsweb' for this opportunity its a great site!
Hilary Redman email

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SHAWL (Fieldhouse)
My name is Christian Fieldhouse and I'm trying to find some information about my grandfather John Fieldhouse Shawl who was born and grew in Walthamstow. He traveled to South America (Chile) in 1917 with his parents. If you have any information, please let me know.
Christian Fieldhouse Benvenutto email

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SMITH
I recently located my grandfather in the 190 l census living at 7 Coppermill Lane in Waltahmstow. He was Leonard SMITH age 14, born in Feltham, a son of Richard Smith and Emma (maiden name unknown ). Richard was a green grocer or gardener from Sussex.  Leonard was living in April of 1912 at 6 First Ave when he married Mildred Trew of Haggerston. They left there that summer, as my father was born in Saskatchewan, Canada.  Other members of the family were Rose Emma b.1883 ; Charles b.1885 ; Tilden b.1890 and Fanny born 1892. Since the family did live there, is there anybody out there with connections to this family?  Thank you for any help you can give me.
Albert G.E. SMITH email,  

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SANDERS
I am trying to trace the daughters of Phyllis, nee Sanders, who was my Mother's sister. My Mother's name was Florence and they also had two sisters called Winnie and Olive and a brother named Thomas. Their parents were Thomas Ernest Sanders and Florence Elizabeth Cooper who were married in the Parish Church in Hackney on June lst 1900. They lived at No. 79 Clifden Road in Clapton. I believe that Phyllis may have had four daughters one of whom was Constance and unfortunately we never had any contact although my Mother used to talk about her sisters. If anyone has any information I would be most grateful.
Jose Ransome email

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SMITH
I have been trying for several years to find some information about my grandfather William Smith son of George Smith french polisher who lived in Cambridge Road, Walthamstow from approx. 1916 to late 1930s. Mother's name thought to be Emily. William married Elsie prior in 1915 having a daughter also named Elsie in 1916. Any information on this family will be most appreciated as my mother never knew anything of her father.
Paul Samuels email

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STEANS/FRISBEE
Just been browsing Walthamstow and this is a long shot hoping you can help.
My great aunt was married 1917 a Rose Frisbee to William Charles Steans he died in Billericay Essex in 1932. I don't know the name of the cemetery. After his death, Rose with 3 children were placed in the home. Could you help me locate the records for these admissions and discharges I believe it was under the local borough. I believe the youngest child also called Rose Steans was Born there. Any help you can or direct me to seeking this information would be much appreciated regards.
Shirely J Steans email

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BAKER/SMITH
I am trying to trace anyone who may have information on my paternal grandfathers family who I believe originated in Walthamstow. I am actually looking for information on AGNES BAKER born about 1858 in Walthamstow, who married a man called ?SMITH. They had a daughter called MAUD AGNES SMITH, born about 1878 in Walthamstow and sons WALTER & ERNEST. Maud married a man called Percy Edward Thomas Hughes, in Walthamstow. If anyone can help I would extremely grateful. 
Joanne Triplow email

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SIMMONS
I'm a Canadian, but my father and his family were from Walthamstow, and I'd love to find out more about them.
My dad: Sidney Alfred Walter SIMMONS was born April 17, 1904 at 73 Edward Road in Walthamstow to: Sidney George SIMMONS, born Dec. 27, 1882 in Walthamstow and Ada Rosina Jack, born June 3, 1880 in Poplar, London. The generation before that also hailed from Walthamstow.
Henry SIMMONS was born in Walthamstow in 1856 and died there Nov. 18, 1921.
He was married to: Cordelia Alice RAE, born in Walthamstow in 1858.
Sidney George Simmons was a joiner journeyman. He and his wife Ada had 3 other children.
Lily Ada SIMMONS was born Jan. 29, 1903 and Ernest Henry was born Dec. 19, 1905, both in Walthamstow.
Their youngest, Violet Hilda, was born Jan. 11, 1914, in Edmonton , Canada.
Sidney George Simmons left his family in England on April 17, 1910 to come to Canada. His wife and 3 children followed 2 years later. While in Walthamstow, the family also lived at 3, Carnarvon Road.
Does anyone have any information that could help me? Thanks for any help,
Helen Owens email

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TOYE family - 9 Apr 2010:
Hi, I was very interested to read the information on the Monday family (Jun 09). Unfortunately, I can't shed any light on the Mondays however Alfred Toye Snr, (licenced victualler in 1901 of the [now] Common Gate Hotel, 131 Markhouse Rd, Walthamstow) was my great, great grandfather & Alfred Toye Jnr, was my great grandfather. Alfred Jnr in his second marriage had two (more) children - Marjorie & George Charles Toye, (my grandfather). George was born in Walthamstow & flew at the wartime RAF aerodrome at Croydon airport. He died in London in 1996. Last year my father, Mike Toye visited the hotel and went to find the house on 245 Markhouse Road where Alfred Jnr was born - unfortunately this no longer exists. I have attached a link to a picture of the hotel. In a lot of the old certificates Toye is spelt Toye', confirming the family story of a French link. Link to Common Gate Hotel (Walthamstow)
Heather Toye, Aberdeen email

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TAYLOR/VAUGHAN/DRURY
Hi!..Came upon your site purely by chance whilst trying to trace my family tree!..Hoping that someone may be able to help with the following..My Great Grandfather was Thomas Charles Taylor (b.1855) married Louisa Harriet Vaughan (b,1858) they had 8 children one of which was my late Grandmother Constance Maud...she married Archibald James Drury on 24th August 1913..they had 2 sons Ronald A. Drury (b,2nd Qtr 1914) and Douglas J. Drury (b. 4th Qtr 1918)..I know from a cousin several times removed, that the 2 boys were given/taken into foster/adoption care probably around 1920/21..if anyone has any information I would be very grateful...it appears my grandmother then met my grandfather (Constance Maud Drury nee Taylor + Arthur Birch Jarvis) and had 5 more children...therefore if either of the 2 boys from her first marriage are still living they may like to know that they have half brother(s) and sister(s)...also my Great Grandfather re-married after the death of my Great Grandmother..does anyone have any recollection of Florence Maud Taylor nee Westwood married 22nd June 1918...they had a daughter Maud Evelyn Taylor (b. 25th Ocber 1918)...my great grandfather is noted as being a solicitors clerk on Census returns...buried at Manor Park Cemetary...The Families mentioned are known to have lived in the following roads, Hoe Street, Grove Green Road, Aveling Park Road, Church Hill (Hall)?...Many thanks in hopeful anticipation!

Kind Regards, Margaret email

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TUVEY
My name is Michael Tuvey i am currently trying to find out information on my family who come from walthamstow. The only information that i have is that my great grandfather was called Alfred Tuvey he was married to Lousie Price they both lived in walthemstow for most of there lifes. Alfred passed away in 1997 at the age of 86, so sadly i am unable to ask Alf all that i need to know about the Tuveys. If you have any information on them please could you forward it on to me. Kind Regards Michael Tuvey
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TURNER/STEVENSON
I am very new to searching family ancestry. I am a first generation New Zealander and currently trying to put together a family tree. My great grandmother was Mary Ann TURNER born February 1865 from Walthamstow. Her father was Francis Thoms TURNER. He married Susanna Goronlock. I do not have any dates of birth, marriage or death of these great great grandparents. If anyone reading this has any information on this family line, would you please reply to this. My father came to live in New Zealand in the late 1940s. His father also came from Walthamstow, he was Horace Joseph STEVENSON. I am also interested in my great grandfather on that side. He was William Hnery STEVENSON. I look forward to any help available, or suggestions. Thanks. Linda Lucas email

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TUCKER
I am seeking information on my great uncle ROBERT ALEXANDER TUCKER who lived in WINCHESTER ROAD in 1901. He moved soon after this but I believe he stayed in the area. My grandfather (his brother) FREDERICK ALBERT TUCKER may have lived in the area as well.  They were both PHOTOGRAPHERS who had lived in Dalston previously. Wife of Robert was Eleanor and wife of Frederick was Sarah. Any information on these two men, their children especially or their professions would be greatly appreciated. Viv email

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TURNER
Hi from Perth Australia, I have collected information about and made up a family tree about the Turners of Walthamstow, namely the descendants of George Turner and Mary Embleton who married there in 1759. While one branch is known to go onto settle in St Brides, Fleet St, London by 1800, and my branch set up in Tottenham from 1793, there were still plenty of Turners in Walthamstow in the 1840s - Alfred was a carpenter, and Nathaniel owned a grocery store about this time. Please email me if you are connected to the Turners of Walthamstow pre 1870. Sharon Middleton. email

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TINSLEY
Hi, looking for any info on Horace Tinsley (2nd Ave) I believe around 1954. He was the father of Jack S Tinsley & Peter Tinsley, my father and uncle. Please e-mail me with any news or family tree links. Thanks Peter Tinsley. email

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TUTING
I am currently working on my family tree and have found a fair bit of information but still have some holes! Perhaps someone can help……
Father – John William Albert Tuting (17 Havant Rd, Walthamstow) (b. 25 Jan 1935)
Grandfather and Grandmother – John Albert Tuting and Caroline Nash (b. 08/08/1913 and 1304/1913) Grandfathers parents – Albert Tuting and Madeline Amelia Rachel ????
Grandmothers parents – William Nash and Sarah Pickett (married 1893 in Bethnal Green) From what I can gather William Nash spent some time on board a ‘training ship’, the result of a misspent period of his youth I believe! My grandmother had a sister Lily(Lil) who married an Alfred(Alf) Pullum but that is another branch to the tree. Son Terry and Alfred(?). Terry and my father were, apart from being cousins, the best of friends and more like brothers. I understand the Nash family still live in and around Walthamstow so perhaps someone will recognise some of the names above.
My Godfather was a David Glassock who also lived in Havant Road and I would be interested in any light shed on his family too.Both my grandparents worked at the Rossi Ice Cream factory, as did one of my great grandfathers. Grandfather was in the RAF during WWII and eventually became a plasterer as did my father. My father was born in Upper Walthamstow Road and I in Thorpe Combe Hospital. If anyone can further my research I would be very grateful. Sorry if this info is a bit ‘bitty’ but that’s all I got so far! Many Thanks David Tuting email

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FENNIMORE/TOWNSELEY
I am seeking information about my great-grandparents. Their names were John Edward Fennimore and Beatrice Alice Townsely. They ended up in Middleville, New York after a short time in Canada (St.Catherines maybe?). They had 7 kids - 3 in Canada. John Edward had at lest two sisters that were alive in the early 1970s.Their names were Bea and Lillian. I also know that Beatrice Alice Townsley's mother was Jane. John Edward and Beatrice Alice got married at St. Barnabas Church. Any info would be greatly appreciated! Thanks,  Kristin Buck Email - kbuck@rochester.rr.com

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USHERS
I am trying to find family members that lived in Walthamstow-1880's and up. My Ushers came from there in 1890's via Barnardos. They left some family back in Walthamstow . I am intersted in finding them. Please email me at email

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VALE
I am researching the Vale family who lived in Walthamstow in the 1800s. Robert Vale( 1766-1840) and Son had a coachbuilding firm and around 1800, Robert was ale-conner for Walthamstowe Toney Manor. Any info on this family would be greatly appreciated. Frank Churchley email

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WILSON
06 Oct 2010: Hi, I am looking for anyone who remembers my mother's family - the Wilsons - they used to live at 24 Winns Ave. My mother was Winifred my grandfather William and my grandmother Laura (nee Nell). They moved down to Maidstone Kent when my mother was in her teens I think - I was born in Maidstone. My mother has since passed away in 1987 - she was possibly at the primary school in Winns Ave. Does the house still exist?
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WOOD
24-Feb-2009: Dear John, my Grandfather, George James Wood, lived on Greville Road from about 1926 till his death in 1949, with his wife Annie Louisa Knight, who was a widow; her maiden name may have been Brown. George is buried in Walthamstow Cemetery but Annie isn't; I'd love to know what became of Annie.". Thank you.
Carolyn Lofquist, Toronto email

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WAUER
24-Feb-2009: I am looking for the family of May Alexandra H. Wauer. I think she may have married a Gibbons. Her sisters were Lillian and Violet and both of these ladies moved to Canada. She also had a brother Gustav.
I would appreciate any help with locating these people. I believe that May was still in Walthamstow in the 1920"s.
Jenny email

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WOODCOCK
Came across your website thru' google i found it really good. I am looking for any info on my great grandparents richard & jane woodcock,they lived at 6 mitchells cottages wood street walthamstow in 1896, they had a son richard joseph who was born on the 3rd march 1896 at 5(?) hicton or(hilton) grove wood st walthamstow, he was my grandfather although he died before i was born, i cannot find anything on these places at all and would really appreciate it if anyone could throw any light on this.at the moment i don't know if they had any other children i am just starting! i do know that my great grandmothers maiden was sutton but thats all i have, i really hope that someone can help. Thanks.
Mandy Bromfield email

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WALLINGTON, MAY, MUNN
Amazing site. My mother Sheila Cynthia Munn was born at 79 Byron Road, Walthamstow. Her mother Edna May Munn was born at 76 Binstead Road Walthamstow.
I am trying to trace any body who can help with information about my Grandfather, on my mothers birth certificate he is named as Geoffrey Wallington (otherwise MAY), and his address is 4 Roma Road, Walthamstow, and is a fishmonger. My Grandmother was only 15 when she had my mother and when she married her husband adopted my Mum changing her name to Flack. My Mum remembered going to visit who she thinks were her Grandparents on her fathers side and them spoiling her rotten. My Mum's half sister also remembers going with her to visit and not having a fuss made over her. We also know her fathers family wanted to adopt her.If anybody can help it would be great.
Rebecca email

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WADE
Amazing to find your site! Thank you. I am trying to find some information regarding my grandfather, William Edward Wade who I believe was a grocer during the 1920's, 30.s and possibly 40's. I am not sure whether he had his own business, or was a manager. I do recollect 'Sainsburys' being mentioned, with mention of my grandfather being the manager of the first Sainsbury store! My father, Jack Frederick Wade was born around 1914. He went to Sir George Monnaux school. My grandfather moved to Cheshunt, possibly sometime in the 40's, where he had his own grocery business 'W.E. Wade & Son, which my father took over in the early 1950's.
I would very much appreciate it if you could post this for me. Thank you.
Mary Hutson email

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WORMAN
I came across your Walthamstow site out of interest in my father's early life as he was born there in 1909.
In reading through the 'ancestors' section I came across an entry requesting information on Albert Thomas WORMAN. The request was written by a Chris Spence but I have been unable to contact him by email, postal mail or telephone as he appears to have moved. The Albert Worman quoted was my father's cousin. My father is still in good health aged 95!
Would you please add a short paragraph to the ancestors page such as "WORMAN, Albert Thomas. Would Chris Spence please contact Colin Worman via colin.worman@btinternet.com for further information" I would be most grateful if you could do this for me (and Chris Spence). Many thanks
Colin Worman email

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WADE
Amazing to find your site! Thank you. I am trying to find some information regarding my grandfather, William Edward Wade who I believe was a grocer during the 1920's, 30.s and possibly 40's. I am not sure whether he had his own business, or was a manager. I do recollect 'Sainsburys' being mentioned, with mention of my grandfather being the manager of the first Sainsbury store! My father, Jack Frederick Wade was born around 1914. He went to Sir George Monnaux school. My grandfather moved to Cheshunt, possibly sometime in the 40's, where he had his own grocery business 'W.E. Wade & Son, which my father took over in the early 1950's.  I would very much appreciate it if you could post this for me. Thank you. 
Mary Hutson email

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WORMAN
Alfred Thomas Worman. I am trying to trace my grandfather's background I was told he was born in Walthamstow 30/03/1900 or 1901 and I do remember him saying he was born in East London. He had one sister known as Sis possibly named Lena and a brother called Fred. He was a twin but I believe the brother died at birth and it may be his mothers name was Rose. They moved to Dunstable, Bedfordshire sometime between the two world wars. Alfred worked for A.C.Delco there and Waterlow Printers. During the war he served in the navy and was at some point on the Glory and the Belfast and also was a chief petty officer during this stint. If you have any info ref our Alf if could please send it to me Chris Spence at 25 Grove Avenue, Finchley, N3 1QS or via email. Many thanks,
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WHELAN
I am searching for anyone who remembers my late Father's family - George and Florence Whelan of 42 Goldsmith Road, Walthamstow. My Grandfather (George Victor, son of William Whelan) was a cabinet maker so the story goes, although started as an 'errand boy Gas Stove makers' per 1901 census. Father was Denis (one 'n') Terrence Whelan, born April 19th 1921, died May 21st in Letchworth, Herts.' Many thanks
Fran Whelan email

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WEBB
My great grandparents lived at 24 Grosvenor Park Road in 1901 and later at 1 Elizabeth Villas and would like to know if they are still in existence or if there are any descendents of the family around today. My great grandparents were Henry Farmer and Elizabeth Esther Mockett WEBB ( nee Legge ) - Henry was born in Spitalfields ( 1865) and Elizabeth in Margate ( 1836 ). There children were: Henry Arthur William who married Rosa Gaywood in 1887 and lived in the Forest Gate / Ilford area. Eliizabeth Frances Sidney married Edith ????. and became ordained and for a few years was a missionary in Palestine, died 1948. Edward married Maud MOODY.
Evaline Mabel married John Evans Northcott CHAPPELL and later lived in Clacton on Sea circa 1910. I am very keen to trace any descedents of the chidren apart from Henry who was my grandfather.
Robert Webb email

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WRAGG

I am seeking information on the descendants of Robert & Francis WRAGG - owners of the Wragg Stage Coaches, which ran between Walthamstow & London from 1759 to c. 1850 when the Lea Bridge Railway replaced coach travel. This is not my own branch of the Wragg family, but I would like to know more so that I can add details to my WRAGG One-Name study. Loved your website - keep up the good work.
Carol K Toulson  Essex, UK email

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WISEMAN/GRANT
My great grandmother and great grandfather were from Walthamstow. Her name was Helen Maria Wiseman and his was George Grant. They came to the United States in 1885, but my great grandmother returned with her children for about three years in 1886. My great grandmother was born in in 1858 and great grandfather in 1857. They were married in 1877, My grandfather, Andrew Grant, was also supposedly born in Walthamstow im 1884. Any information on these people and their life in England would be greatly appreciated.
Carol Troestler email

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WALKER
I am trying to trace any information of 2 families who lived in Walthamstow 1930s. Mr Frederick J and Ellen A Walker their daughter Ellen Rose Walker of 153 Chelmsford Road Walthamstow also does anyone remember the Sprank family who lived at 20 Lynmouth Road Walthamstow.Any info will be very much appreciated. Please E-mail reply. Thank you 
Eunice email

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WILKINS
I am seeking information on and any descendants of (from 1901 census) Esther age 32, Daisy age 13 and Henry age 12 WILKINS. I believe that Esther WILKINS (ms unknown) remarried sometime afterwards to ? DRAIN and had a son called Reginald DRAIN. I would therefore also appreciate information on any local DRAIN families. Many thanks
Gail Irwin email

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WATSON
My great grandmother Pheobe Watson married my great grandfather Sidney Watson in St Saviours Church Walthamstow Feb 16 1919. They moved to NZ in 1920 I would appreciate any info anyone has to offer. Regards
Collette email

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I have just accessed your wonderful site, and wondered if you might have any information for me to enable me to find my Grandmothers grave site.
She lived at 50, Chapel End , Chingford Rd,Walthamstow where I used to visit her during the war years.She lived with a Mr Poulter who I believe was a butcher.She died on the 12th February 1954 in the Langthorn Hospital,Leytonstone, aged 66. She was buried in the St Mary's Church Cemetery on the 17th Feb.1954. My Mother/Father and the kids all migrated to Australia in 1952.
Since I am visiting London in early July, I would dearly love to find her grave, do you have any contacts for me to find out ;
1.How to get there
2. How to obtain info. re the gravesite number.
Thanks for your time,
Shirley Chaplin email

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215 Forest Road
I am trying to trace the names of the occupants who lived at 215 Forest Road, Walthamstow E17 in 1920/21 as this address has appeared whilst I have been researching my family tree, any help would be appreciated. Thanks
Christine email

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I am researching family History. Have gone over border into Leyton.1891 Census some living in FARADAY ROAD, on same census area next road HUXLEY (that is still there). My earliest map 1905 'No such road'. Going into 1901 census address search non-existent. I wondered whether Coronation Gardens could have been put there?
Derrick Bettiss email

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I have ancestors who were from Walthamstow and I have a kind friend in England who is willing to drive to Walthamstow to take photos of properties for me. I need to know however, if the properties exist before I send her off on a long drive. Eight years ago I was visiting England and found and took photos of 4 Carnarvon Road, a house where my father lived in 1905. Since then, I have found two other addresses. One is 73 Edward Avenue. I see on a map that there is an Edward Avenue, but I need to know if there is a 73 on it. My father was born at that address in 1904. The other address is 3 Ashford Road. Does this address still exist? My grandfather was born at that address in 1882. I would be very grateful if you could let me know if there are still properties at those addresses. Thanks so much,
Helen Owens, CANADA email

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