John Stephins (abt. 1555)

Born about 1555 in Long Stratton, Norfolk, England

Husband of Anne (Tovye) Stephins — married 4 Jul 1576 in St. Michael at Plea Parish, Norwich, Norfolk, England

Died [date unknown] in Long Stratton, Norfolk, England [uncertain]

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Biography

John Stephins was a parish clerk in Long Stratton, Norfolk, England. He was married to Ann Tovye on 4 July 1576 at St. Michael at Plea in Norwich, Norfolk, England.^[1] Christenings of three children are recorded in the parish register of Long Stratton. ^[2]

Olsen was unable to find a record of his death or burial.^[3]

Sources

1. ↑ Olsen, page 358. Cites registry as stating: "John Stephins, clerke of Long Stratton, by license, married Anne Tovy."
2. ↑ Olsen, pages 358-359
3. ↑ Olsen, page 359

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• Benedict, Robert A., Benedicts, Before America: What Our DNA Surprisingly Reveals, The Connecticut Nutmegger (Connecticut Society of Genealogists, Glastonbury, Connecticut, Sep 2012) Vol. 45, Page 172-80.