Maiden name possibly Brensted (suggested by a cousin - have not seen documentation to support yet)
1841 census: living in Weasenham with husband and children.
1851 census: living on The Green, Weasenham St Peter with husband and children.
1861 census: living in Weasenham St Peter with husband and children.
1871 census: living in Weasenham St Peter with husband and daughters. Occupation: Laundress
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