James Leech

ID #3081, (28 Jun 1838-1 May 1923)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2022-11-25

Family: Ellen Smith (14 Sep 1844-3 Jul 1910)

Notes

Occupation: Weaver; Cloth Overlooker; Warehouseman; Gentleman.
Alternate Name: Jim Leech.
Alternate Name: James Leach.1

Key Events

Birth28 Jun 1838, Cross Lane, Marple, Cheshire1,2,3,4
MarriageEllen Smith26 Dec 1870, All Saints, Marple, Cheshire5,6
Death1 May 1923, 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire7
Burial5 May 1923, All Saints, Marple, Cheshire8

Location by Decade

1830s
NO DATA
1841 Census
Marple
1851 Census
Marple
1861 Census
Marple
1871 Census
Marple
1881 Census
Marple
1891 Census
Marple
1901 Census
Marple
1911 Census
Marple
1921 Census
Marple

Detailed Timeline

28 Jun 1838James Leech was born at Cross Lane, Marple, Cheshire.1,2,3,4
1 Mar 1841His mother, Mary Leech, died Cross Lane, Marple, Cheshire, age 27, wife of Bezaleel Leech, Weaver. Cause of death: Inflamation of the womb. Registered by: Bezaleel Leech, Cross Lane, Marple.9
6 Jun 1841James Leech appeared as member of the household of Thomas Leech in the 1841 census at Leech Wood, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 3 , born Cheshire.
Household included:- Betty Leech, Joseph Leech, John Leech, Nancy Leech, Betty Leech, Mary Ann Leech, Basil Leech and Catherine Leech.10
30 Mar 1851James Leech appeared as Son in the 1851 census in the household of Basil Leech at Wood Cottage, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 12 , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Catherine Leech.11
7 Apr 1861James Leach appeared as Son in the 1861 census in the household of Basil Leech at Marple Wood, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 22 , unm , silk weaver , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Catherine Leach.12
26 Dec 1870James Leech, son of Basil Leech and Mary Banks, married Ellen Smith, daughter of John Smith and Mary Bibby, at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
James, full age, bachelor, weaver, Marple; Father: Basil Leech, weaver
Ellen, full age, spinster, Marple; Father: John Smith, G***
 Witnesses: John Thomas Leech, Nancy Burgess
Identified witnesses: John Thomas Leech and Nancy Burgess.5,6
2 Apr 1871James Leech appeared as nephew in the 1871 census in the household of Betty Leech at Marple Wood, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 32 , married , Cotton weaver , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Basil Leech and Ellen Leech.13
c Nov 1871The birth of his daughter Mary Ann Leech was registered in Marple, Stockport R.D., England.14
25 May 1876His daughter Catherine Leech was born.15
3 Apr 1881James Leech appeared as Head in the 1881 census at 24, Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 42 , cotton weaver , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Mary Ann Leech, Catherine Leech and Joseph Waters.16
17 Jun 1882His son Arthur William Leech was born.15
5 Feb 1884His father, Basil Leech, died Marple Wood, Marple, Cheshire, Age 72; Cut-looker.17
6 Feb 1884James Leech registered the death of Basil Leech in Marple, Stockport R.D., England; 1884 JFM quarter , age 72 , name BEZALEEL;
Cause of death:Paralysis 9 years and 2 months;
Certified by John Howe MRCS;
Registered by James Leech, Son of Hawk Green, Marple - present at the death.18,19
15 Sep 1885His son John Leech was born at Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.20,21
25 Dec 1887His daughter Jane Taylor Leech was born.15
5 Apr 1891James Leech appeared as Head in the 1891 census at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 52 , married , cotton cut looker , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Mary Ann Leech, Catherine Leech, Arthur William Leech, John Leech and Jane Taylor Leech.22
1 Oct 1900His daughter, Mary Ann Leech, married Harry Birtwistle at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.21
31 Mar 1901James Leech appeared as Head in the 1901 census at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 62 , Cotton Cloth Looker , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Arthur William Leech, John Leech, Katherine Leech, Jane Taylor Leech and Betty Leech.23
1 Jun 1910His son, Arthur William Leech, married Susannah Atherton at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.24
3 Jul 1910His wife, Ellen died Marple, Cheshire, aged 65 years.25
2 Apr 1911James Leech appeared as Head in the 1911 census at Wood Lea, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 72 , Widower , Retired Mill Cloth Looker , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Kate Leech, John Leech, Jane Taylor Leech and Betty Leech.26
26 Jul 1912James Leech was an executor of Betty Leech's estate.
2 May 1913His daughter, Mary Ann Birtwistle, died 3, Hurst Lea, New Mills, Derbyshire.27
30 May 1917His son, John Leech, married Mary Jane Rodger at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.28
19 Jun 1921James Leech appeared as Head in the 1921 census at Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 82y 11m , widowed , Warehouseman retired; Shepley Marple Mill , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Catherine Leech and Jane Taylor Leech.29
1 May 1923James Leech died at 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire. Age 84 years; Retired Cloth looker in Cotton mill; Influenza and acute bronchitis; certified by James Muir Paton; registered by John Leech Son of 21 Lyme terrace, Hawk Green Marple, Cheshire.7
3 May 1923James Leech's death was registered in Marple, Cheshire. 1923 AMJ quarter , age 84.30,31,32
5 May 1923He was buried at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 84.8
5 Jul 1923Probate - James Leech of 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, cloth looker in a cotton mill, died 1 May 1923. Probate at Chester to Arthur William Leech, steamship frieght clerk.27

Memorials

  • There is a memorial to James Leech at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire, B426
    In loving memory of Ellen,
    the dearly beloved wife of James Leech, who died July 3rd 1910 aged 65 years,
    also the above James Leech who died May 1st 1923 aged 84 years,
    also Besarleel Leech who died Feby 5th 1884 aged 72 years,
    also Jane Taylor Leech who died August 24th 1952 aged 64 years,
    also Catherine Leech who died 2nd June 1953 aged 77 years. Cremated at Manchester Crematorium.33

Citations

  1. [S7] Birth Certificate.
  2. [S24] Census - several.
  3. [S23] Census HO107-2154-71.
  4. [S181] GRO/Free & Cheshire BMD.
  5. [S305] Parish Records.
  6. [S180] Free BMD.
  7. [S9] Death Certificate.
  8. [S500] National Burial Index.
  9. [S9] Death Certificate.
  10. [S23] Census HO107/112/4 F11 P16.
  11. [S23] Census.
  12. [S16] Census, 1861, images & transcriptions RG9/2556 F33 P1.
  13. [S17] Census, 1871, images & transcriptions RG10/3650 F48 P1.
  14. [S180] Free BMD.
  15. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939.
  16. [S23] Census.
  17. [S9] Death Certificate.
  18. [S9] Death Certificate.
  19. [S181] GRO/Free & Cheshire BMD.
  20. [S7] Birth Certificate.
  21. [S305] Parish Records.
  22. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions RG12/2788 f72 p12.
  23. [S20] Census, 1901, images & transcriptions RG13/3280 F87 P22.
  24. [S305] Parish Records.
  25. [S305] Parish Records.
  26. [S21] Census, 1911, images & transcriptions 443/1/12/138 Hawk Green, Marple.
  27. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.
  28. [S180] Free BMD : 1917 AMJ Marple, All Saints, Marple, Stockport 8a50 ST73/2/460.
  29. [S22] Census 1921 FindmyPast RG15/16620.
  30. [S180] Free BMD.
  31. [S181] GRO/Free & Cheshire BMD.
  32. [S1] Family knowledge.
  33. [S711] Memorial Inscription - Marple All Saints.

Mary Ann Leech

ID #3083, (c Nov 1871-2 May 1913)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2021-11-23

Family: Harry Birtwistle (24 May 1870-25 Mar 1959)

Notes

Occupation: Cotton Weaver.1
Alternate Name: Polly Leech.
Married name: Mary Ann Birtwistle.2

Key Events

Birth Reg.c Nov 1871, Marple, Stockport R.D., England3
MarriageHarry Birtwistle1 Oct 1900, All Saints, Marple, Cheshire4
Death2 May 1913, 3, Hurst Lea, New Mills, Derbyshire5
Burial6 May 1913, St George, New Mills, Derbyshire6

Location by Decade

1870s
NO DATA
1881 Census
Marple
1891 Census
Marple
1901 Census
New Mills
1905 Address
New Mills
1911 Census
New Mills

Detailed Timeline

c Nov 1871Her birth was registered in Marple, Stockport R.D., England, in the 1871 OND quarter.3
10 Dec 1871Mary Ann Leech was baptized at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Parents: James and Ellen Leech;Abode: Marple; Father's occupation: Weaver.4
3 Apr 1881She appeared as daughter in the 1881 census in the household of James Leech at 24, Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 8 , Scholar , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Catherine Leech and Joseph Waters.7
5 Apr 1891Mary Ann Leech appeared as daughter in the 1891 census in the household of James Leech at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 19 , single , Cotton weaver , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Catherine Leech, Arthur William Leech, John Leech and Jane Taylor Leech.8
1 Oct 1900Mary Ann Leech, daughter of James Leech and Ellen Smith, married Harry Birtwistle, son of John Birtwistle and Elizabeth Stott, at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Harry age 30, Mary Ann age 28
Identified witnesses: Catherine Leech and James Smith.4
Oct 1900The marriage was registered in Marple, Stockport R.D., England, in 1900 OND quarter.9
31 Mar 1901Mary Ann Birtwistle appeared as Wife in the 1901 census in the household of Harry Birtwistle at Church Road, New Mills, Derbyshire.
Age 29 , M , born Marple, Cheshire.10
1905Mary Ann Birtwistle and Harry Birtwistle lived at Hurst Lea, New Mills, Derbyshire.6
30 Mar 1905Her son John Birtwistle was born at Hurst Lea, New Mills, Derbyshire.11
8 Jul 1907Her son James William Birtwistle was born at Hurst Lea, New Mills, Derbyshire.12
3 Jul 1910Her mother, Ellen Leech, died Marple, Cheshire, aged 65 years.13
2 Apr 1911Mary Ann Birtwistle appeared as Wife in the 1911 census in the household of Harry Birtwistle at 3, Hurst Lea, New Mills, Derbyshire.
Age 39 , Married 10 years 2 children 2 living , born Marple, Cheshire ; Listed as Mary Ann LEECH.
Household included:- John Birtwistle and James William Birtwistle.14
2 May 1913Mary Ann Birtwistle died at 3, Hurst Lea, New Mills, Derbyshire.5
May 1913Mary Ann Birtwistle's death was registered in Hayfield R.D., England. 1913 AMJ quarter , Age 41.15
6 May 1913She was buried at St George, New Mills, Derbyshire.
Age 41.6
11 Jan 1914Probate - Mary Ann Birtwistle of 3 Hurst Lea Road, New Mills, Derbyshire (wife of Harry Birtwistle), died 2 May 1913. Administration at Derby to Harry Birtwistle, Millwright.5

Citations

  1. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions.
  2. [S30] Parish Records.
  3. [S180] Free BMD.
  4. [S305] Parish Records.
  5. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.
  6. [S1207] Parish Records.
  7. [S23] Census.
  8. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions RG12/2788 f72 p12.
  9. [S181] GRO/Free & Cheshire BMD.
  10. [S20] Census, 1901, images & transcriptions RG13/3279 F10 P11.
  11. [S1207] Parish Records.
  12. [S1207] Parish Records.
  13. [S305] Parish Records.
  14. [S21] Census, 1911, images & transcriptions.
  15. [S180] Free BMD.

Catherine Leech

ID #3084, (25 May 1876-2 Jun 1953)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2018-03-11

Notes

Alternate Name: Katherine Leech.
Alternate Name: Kate Leech.1

Key Events

Birth25 May 18762
Death2 Jun 1953, 239, Moseley Rd, Rusholme, Lancashire3
CremationJun 1953, Manchester crematorium, Manchester, Lancashire4

Location by Decade

1870s
NO DATA
1881 Census
Marple
1891 Census
Marple
1901 Census
Marple
1911 Census
Marple
1921 Census
Marple
1939 Pop.Reg.
Marple
1940s
NO DATA
1950s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

25 May 1876Catherine Leech was born.2
May 1876Her birth was registered in Marple, Cheshire, in the 1876 AMJ quarter.5,6
25 Jun 1876She was baptized at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Parents: James & Ellen Leech, abode:Marple; Father's occupation: Weaver.7
3 Apr 1881She appeared as daughter in the 1881 census in the household of James Leech at 24, Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 4 , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Mary Ann Leech and Joseph Waters.8
5 Apr 1891Catherine Leech appeared as daughter in the 1891 census in the household of James Leech at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 14 , single , cotton weaver , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Mary Ann Leech, Arthur William Leech, John Leech and Jane Taylor Leech.9
1 Oct 1900Catherine Leech witnessed the marriage of Harry Birtwistle and Mary Ann Leech at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.10
31 Mar 1901Katherine Leech appeared as daughter in the 1901 census in the household of James Leech at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 23 , Cotton weaver , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Arthur William Leech, John Leech, Jane Taylor Leech and Betty Leech.11
3 Jul 1910Her mother, Ellen Leech, died Marple, Cheshire, aged 65 years.12
2 Apr 1911Kate Leech appeared as Daughter in the 1911 census in the household of James Leech at Wood Lea, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 34 , Single , Weaver Cotton , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- John Leech, Jane Taylor Leech and Betty Leech.13
19 Jun 1921Catherine Leech appeared as daughter in the 1921 census in the household of James Leech at Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 45y 1m , Single , Cotton weaver; Shepley Marple Mill, Hawk Green (out of work) , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Jane Taylor Leech.14
1 May 1923Her father, James Leech, died 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire, Age 84 years; Retired Cloth looker in Cotton mill; Influenza and acute bronchitis; certified by James Muir Paton; registered by John Leech Son of 21 Lyme terrace, Hawk Green Marple, Cheshire.15
Sep 1939Catherine Leech appeared on the 1939 population register at 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire. Single; Unpaid Domestic Duties.
Also present Jane Taylor Leech.2
2 Jun 1953Catherine Leech died at 239, Moseley Rd, Rusholme, Lancashire. Spinster, formerly a weaver (Cotton Mill). Daughter of James Leech a Cotton Mill Overlooker (deceased).
Cause of death: Pelvic carcinoma, certified by R.G. McIntyre M.B.
Informant A.W.Leech, in attendance
Registered on 3/June/1953.3
3 Jun 1953Catherine Leech's death was registered in Manchester Eastern, Manchester R.D., England. 1953 AMJ quarter , age77.3,16
Jun 1953Her body was cremated at Manchester crematorium, Manchester, Lancashire;
age 77.4
24 Aug 1953Probate - Catherine Leech of 239, Moseley Road, Levenshulme, Manchester 19, Spinster, died 2 June 1953. Probate at Manchester, Lancashire, to Arthur William Leech, of no occupation.17

Memorials

  • There is a memorial to Catherine Leech at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire, B426
    In loving memory of Ellen,
    the dearly beloved wife of James Leech, who died July 3rd 1910 aged 65 years,
    also the above James Leech who died May 1st 1923 aged 84 years,
    also Besarleel Leech who died Feby 5th 1884 aged 72 years,
    also Jane Taylor Leech who died August 24th 1952 aged 64 years,
    also Catherine Leech who died 2nd June 1953 aged 77 years. Cremated at Manchester Crematorium.18

Citations

  1. [S1] Family knowledge.
  2. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939.
  3. [S9] Death Certificate.
  4. [S363] Find My Past website.
  5. [S180] Free BMD.
  6. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions.
  7. [S30] Parish Records.
  8. [S23] Census.
  9. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions RG12/2788 f72 p12.
  10. [S305] Parish Records.
  11. [S20] Census, 1901, images & transcriptions RG13/3280 F87 P22.
  12. [S305] Parish Records.
  13. [S21] Census, 1911, images & transcriptions 443/1/12/138 Hawk Green, Marple.
  14. [S22] Census 1921 FindmyPast RG15/16620.
  15. [S9] Death Certificate.
  16. [S180] Free BMD.
  17. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.
  18. [S711] Memorial Inscription - Marple All Saints.

Jane Taylor Leech

ID #3085, (25 Dec 1887-24 Aug 1952)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2018-04-11

Notes

Occupation: Mill worker.
Alternate Name: Ginney Leech.

Key Events

Birth25 Dec 18871
Death24 Aug 1952, 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire2,3
Burial27 Aug 1952, All Saints, Marple, Cheshire2,4

Location by Decade

1880s
NO DATA
1891 Census
Marple
1901 Census
Marple
1911 Census
Marple
1921 Census
Marple
1939 Pop.Reg.
Marple
1940s
NO DATA
1950s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

25 Dec 1887Jane Taylor Leech was born.1
Jan 1888Her birth was registered in Marple, Cheshire, in the 1888 JFM quarter.5,6
27 Jan 1888She was baptized at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Parents: James and Ellen Leach; Abode: Marple; Father's occupation: Cut Looker.7
5 Apr 1891She appeared as daughter in the 1891 census in the household of James Leech at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 3 , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Mary Ann Leech, Catherine Leech, Arthur William Leech and John Leech.8
31 Mar 1901Jane Taylor Leech appeared as daughter in the 1901 census in the household of James Leech at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 13 , cotton weaver , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Arthur William Leech, John Leech, Katherine Leech and Betty Leech.9
1 Jun 1910Jane Taylor Leech witnessed the marriage of Arthur William Leech and Susannah Atherton at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.10
3 Jul 1910Her mother, Ellen Leech, died Marple, Cheshire, aged 65 years.11
2 Apr 1911Jane Taylor Leech appeared as Daughter in the 1911 census in the household of James Leech at Wood Lea, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 23 , Single , Weaver Cotton , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Kate Leech, John Leech and Betty Leech.12
19 Jun 1921Jane Taylor Leech appeared as daughter in the 1921 census in the household of James Leech at Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 33y 6m , Single , Cotton weaver; Shepley Marple Mill; Hawk Green (out of work) , born Marple.
Household included:- Catherine Leech.13
1 May 1923Her father, James Leech, died 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire, Age 84 years; Retired Cloth looker in Cotton mill; Influenza and acute bronchitis; certified by James Muir Paton; registered by John Leech Son of 21 Lyme terrace, Hawk Green Marple, Cheshire.14
Sep 1939Jane Taylor Leech appeared on the 1939 register in the household of Catherine Leech at 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire. Single; Cotton weaver.1
24 Aug 1952Jane Taylor Leech died at 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.2,3
Aug 1952Jane Taylor Leech's death was registered in Stockport R.D., England. 1952 JAS quarter , Age 64.15
27 Aug 1952She was buried at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 64.2,4
13 Oct 1952Probate - Jane Taylor Leech of 19 Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire, Spinster, died 24 August 1952. Administration at Manchester, Lancashire, to Arthur William Leech, Company Director.16

Memorials

  • There is a memorial to Jane Taylor Leech at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire, B426
    In loving memory of Ellen,
    the dearly beloved wife of James Leech, who died July 3rd 1910 aged 65 years,
    also the above James Leech who died May 1st 1923 aged 84 years,
    also Besarleel Leech who died Feby 5th 1884 aged 72 years,
    also Jane Taylor Leech who died August 24th 1952 aged 64 years,
    also Catherine Leech who died 2nd June 1953 aged 77 years. Cremated at Manchester Crematorium.17

Citations

  1. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939.
  2. [S305] Parish Records.
  3. [S1] Family knowledge.
  4. [S2003] Bishop's Transcripts.
  5. [S180] Free BMD.
  6. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions.
  7. [S305] Parish Records.
  8. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions RG12/2788 f72 p12.
  9. [S20] Census, 1901, images & transcriptions RG13/3280 F87 P22.
  10. [S305] Parish Records.
  11. [S305] Parish Records.
  12. [S21] Census, 1911, images & transcriptions 443/1/12/138 Hawk Green, Marple.
  13. [S22] Census 1921 FindmyPast RG15/16620.
  14. [S9] Death Certificate.
  15. [S180] Free BMD.
  16. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.
  17. [S711] Memorial Inscription - Marple All Saints.

Lemuel Leech1,2

ID #3086, (8 Sep 1871-c Aug 1947)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2023-02-07

Family 1: Sarah Elizabeth Hambleton (30 Sep 1870-20 Feb 1951)

Family 2: Hilda Maud Hall (1 Jan 1886-21 Feb 1958)

Notes

Occupation: Highway labourer; printworks; coachman; chuffeur.
Alternate Name: Samuel Leech.
Alternate Name: Lemuel Leach.3
Note:Lemuel Leech 2nd marriage 1914 to Hilda Maud Hall Lemuel listed as 'widowed', but 1st wife alive and listed as 'married' - divorce or bigamy ?

Key Events

Birth8 Sep 1871
MarriageSarah Elizabeth Hambletonc May 1898, Methodist Chapel, Newtown, Cheshire4
MarriageHilda Maud Hall10 Oct 1914, St Paul, Hathershaw, Oldham, Lancashire5,6
Death Reg.c Aug 1947, Fylde R.D., England7

Location by Decade

1870s
NO DATA
1881 Census
Marple
1891 Census
Marple
1901 Census
Disley
1911 Census
Dukinfield
1920s
NO DATA
1939 Pop.Reg.
Lytham St Annes
1940s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

8 Sep 1871Lemuel Leech was born.
from 1939 register.
His birth was registered in Marple, Stockport R.D., England, in the 1871 JAS quarter. MMN BEAUMONT.8,9
29 Sep 1871His mother, Hannah Leech, died Marple, Cheshire, age 45 according to inscription.
3 Apr 1881Lemuel Leech appeared as Son in the 1881 census in the household of John Leech at Turf Lea, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 9 , Scholar , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Mary Leech, Elizabeth Leech, Joseph Leech, James Leech, Jane Ann Leech and John Thomas Leech.10
5 Apr 1891Lemuel Leech appeared as Son in the 1891 census in the household of John Leech at Turf Lea, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 19 , Printing Department , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Mary Leech, John Thomas Leech, James Leech and Lemuel Leech.11
8 Sep 1892His father, John Leech, died Turf Lee Farm, Marple, Cheshire, age 72.12
c May 1898Lemuel Leech, son of John Leech and Hannah Beaumont, married Sarah Elizabeth Hambleton, daughter of Henry Hambleton and Ann Eliza Hibbert, at Methodist Chapel, Newtown, Cheshire.4
c May 1898The marriage was registered in Hayfield R.D., England, in 1898 AMJ quarter.13
1900Lemuel Leech was on the 1900 Electoral Register at Pleasant View, Disley, Cheshire, - Listed as LEACH.14
31 Mar 1901He appeared as Head in the 1901 census at Dewars Villa, Disley, Cheshire.
Age 29 , married , Coachman domestic , born Marple, Cheshire ; Listed as LEACH.
Household included:- Sarah Elizabeth Leech.15
2 May 1903His daughter Freda Leech was born at Disley, Cheshire.16
2 Apr 1911Lemuel Leech appeared as Boarder in the 1911 census at 5, Half Moon (or The Crescent), Dukinfield, Cheshire.
Age 39 , Married , Motor Driver (Garage) , born Marple, Cheshire ; Boarder.
10 Oct 1914Lemuel Leech, son of John Leech and Hannah Beaumont, married Hilda Maud Hall at St Paul, Hathershaw, Oldham, Lancashire.
Lemuel Leech, 38, Widower, Chauffer, 195 Windsor Rd; Father:John Leech (deceased), Farmer
Hilda Maud Hall, 26, Spinster, Housemaid, 24 Gainsborough Avenue; Father Henry George Hall, Commercial Traveller
 Witnesses: Samuel Dodd, Gertrude May Hall.5,6
7 Aug 1915His daughter Dorothy May Leech was born.17
Sep 1939Lemuel Leech appeared on the 1939 population register at 35, Commonside, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire. Married; Chauffer.
Also present Hilda Maud Leech and Dorothy May Leech.17
c Aug 1947Lemuel Leech's death was registered in Fylde R.D., England. 1947 JAS quarter , age 76.7

Citations

  1. [S18] Census, 1881, images & transcriptions RG11/3465 F107 Page 33.
  2. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions.
  3. [S20] Census, 1901, images & transcriptions.
  4. [S482] Parish Records Index - Derbyshire.
  5. [S1052] Parish Records - Manchester.
  6. [S298] Parish Records - England Selected.
  7. [S180] Free BMD.
  8. [S900] GRO - Index Online 1871 JAS Stockport 8a4 ; Marple MAR/13/24.
  9. [S900] GRO - Index Online.
  10. [S18] Census, 1881, images & transcriptions RG11/3465 F107 P33.
  11. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions RG12/2788 F92 P15.
  12. [S500] National Burial Index.
  13. [S180] Free BMD.
  14. [S363] Find My Past website.
  15. [S20] Census, 1901, images & transcriptions RG13/3278 F129 P15.
  16. [S180] Free BMD.
  17. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939.

Dorothy May Leech

ID #3088, (7 Aug 1915-18 Jun 2010)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2021-08-30

Notes

Married name: Dorothy M Potter.1

Key Events

Birth7 Aug 19152
Death18 Jun 20103
BurialJun 2010, Lytham Park Cemetery, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire3

Location by Decade

1910s
NO DATA
1920s
NO DATA
1939 Pop.Reg.
Lytham St Annes
1940s
NO DATA
1950s
NO DATA
1960s
NO DATA
1970s
NO DATA
1980s
NO DATA
1990s
NO DATA
2000s
NO DATA
2010s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

7 Aug 1915Dorothy May Leech was born.2
Aug 1915Her birth was registered in Oldham South, Oldham R.D., England, in the 1915 JAS quarter. MMN Holl.4
Sep 1939She appeared on the 1939 register in the household of Lemuel Leech at 35, Commonside, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire. Single; Shop assistant; surname later POTTER.2
c Aug 1947The death of her father, Lemuel Leech, was registered in Fylde R.D., England.5
21 Feb 1958Her mother, Hilda Maud Leech, died Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, Listed as Hilda Maud Edith Leech Florence.3
18 Jun 2010Dorothy M Potter died.3
Jun 2010Dorothy M Potter's death was registered in Loughborough R.D., England. 2010 AMJ quarter , Age 94; YoB 1915.6
Jun 2010She was buried at Lytham Park Cemetery, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire.
Plot/Grave C119C.3

Citations

  1. [S182] GRO/FreeBMD & Lancashire BMD.
  2. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939.
  3. [S140] Find a Grave.
  4. [S182] GRO/FreeBMD & Lancashire BMD.
  5. [S180] Free BMD.
  6. [S900] GRO - Index Online 2010 AMJ Leicester (6001H) Reg 1H005 Entry Number 503381910.

Arthur William Leech

ID #3091, (17 Jun 1882-16 May 1960)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2023-03-22

Family: Susannah Atherton (26 Aug 1886-25 Jan 1977)

Notes

Occupation: clerk; Secretary Manchester Liners; Director Shipping.1

Key Events

Birth17 Jun 18822
MarriageSusannah Atherton1 Jun 1910, All Saints, Marple, Cheshire3
Death16 May 1960, 239, Moseley Rd, Rusholme, Lancashire4

Location by Decade

1880s
NO DATA
1891 Census
Marple
1901 Census
Marple
1910 Address
Marple
1911-1916 Address
Manchester
1911 Census
Manchester
1921 Census
Manchester
1939 Pop.Reg.
Manchester
1947-1962 Address
Rusholme
1950s
NO DATA
1960s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

17 Jun 1882Arthur William Leech was born.2
His birth was registered in Marple, Stockport R.D., England, in the 1882 JAS quarter. MMN SMITH.5
30 Jul 1882He was baptized at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Parents: James & Ellen Leech; Father's occupation: weaver. NOTE Baptised as Arthur Willie.6
5 Apr 1891He appeared as Son in the 1891 census in the household of James Leech at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 8 , Scholar , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, Mary Ann Leech, Catherine Leech, John Leech and Jane Taylor Leech.7
22 Aug 1898Arthur William Leech was employed by Midland Railway. Probationary at Marple, Age 16 on 17th June 1998. Height 5ft 1in.
31 Mar 1901He appeared as Son in the 1901 census in the household of James Leech at Shepley's Buildings, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
Age 18 , Railway booking clerk , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Ellen Leech, John Leech, Katherine Leech, Jane Taylor Leech and Betty Leech.8
1910Arthur William Leech lived at Wood Lea, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire.
1 Jun 1910Arthur William Leech, son of James Leech and Ellen Smith, married Susannah Atherton, daughter of William Atherton and Elizabeth Jones, at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Arthur William Leech, 27, Bachelor, Clerk, Woodlea, Hawk Green, Marple; Father: James Leech, Warehouseman
Susan Atherton, 24, Spinster, Cresta, Grosvenor Rd, Marple; Father: William Atherton, Foreman
 Witnesses: John Leech, Martha Atherton, Jane Leech
Identified witnesses: John Leech, Martha Jane Atherton and Jane Taylor Leech.3
The marriage was registered in Marple, Stockport R.D., England, in 1910 AMJ quarter.9
3 Jul 1910His mother, Ellen Leech, died Marple, Cheshire, aged 65 years.10
bt 1911 - 1916Arthur William Leech and Susan Leech lived at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire; baptism records.11
2 Apr 1911Arthur William Leech appeared as Head in the 1911 census at Chorlton, Manchester, Lancashire.
Age 28 , Married , Steamship Clerk , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Susan Leech.12
13 Jun 1911His daughter Elinor Leech was born.13
2 Jun 1916His son Harold Leech was born at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire.14,13
30 May 1917Arthur William Leech witnessed the marriage of John Leech and Mary Jane Rodger at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.15
1 Jun 1921His daughter Joyce Leech was born.13
19 Jun 1921Arthur William Leech appeared as Head in the 1921 census at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire.
Age 39 , married , Head Freight Dept; Messr Gough & Crosthwaite, Steamship Agents; 12 Oxford St, Manchester , born Marple, Cheshire.
Household included:- Susan Leech, Elinor Leech, Harold Leech, Joyce Leech and Ellen Atherton.16
1 May 1923His father, James Leech, died 19, Lyme Terrace, Hawk Green, Marple, Cheshire, Age 84 years; Retired Cloth looker in Cotton mill; Influenza and acute bronchitis; certified by James Muir Paton; registered by John Leech Son of 21 Lyme terrace, Hawk Green Marple, Cheshire.17
5 Jul 1923Arthur William Leech was an executor of James Leech's estate.4
Sep 1939Arthur William Leech appeared on the 1939 population register at 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire. Married; Director Steamship.
Also present Susan Leech, Elinor Leech, Harold Leech and Joyce Leech.13
bt 1947 - 1962Arthur William Leech and Susan Leech lived at 239, Moseley Rd, Rusholme, Lancashire.18
13 Oct 1952Arthur William Leech was an executor of Jane Taylor Leech's estate.4
10 Dec 1952His daughter, Elinor Leech, died 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire.4
14 Feb 1953Arthur William Leech was an executor of Elinor Leech's estate.4
24 Aug 1953Arthur William Leech was an executor of Catherine Leech's estate.4
16 May 1960Arthur William Leech died at 239, Moseley Rd, Rusholme, Lancashire.4
Arthur William Leech's death was registered in Manchester R.D., England. 1960 AMJ quarter , age 77.19
21 Jul 1960Probate - Arthur William Leech of 239, Moseley Road, Manchester 19, died 16 May 1960. Probate at Manchester, Lancashire, to Susan Leech, Widow.4

Citations

  1. [S1] Family knowledge.
  2. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939.
  3. [S305] Parish Records.
  4. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.
  5. [S180] Free BMD : 1882 JAS Stockport 8a2 ; MAR/17/56.
  6. [S305] Parish Records.
  7. [S19] Census, 1891, images & transcriptions RG12/2788 f72 p12.
  8. [S20] Census, 1901, images & transcriptions RG13/3280 F87 P22.
  9. [S181] GRO/Free & Cheshire BMD : 1910 AMJ All Saints Marple, Stockport 8a53 ST73/2/318.
  10. [S305] Parish Records.
  11. [S301] Baptism register.
  12. [S21] Census, 1911, images & transcriptions RG14/23849 RD464 ED21.
  13. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939; NJWI Manchester 464/5.
  14. [S591] Website - On line Parish Clerk - Lancashire.
  15. [S180] Free BMD : 1917 AMJ Marple, All Saints, Marple, Stockport 8a50 ST73/2/460.
  16. [S22] Census 1921 FindmyPast RG15/19115.
  17. [S9] Death Certificate.
  18. [S253] Phone Directory Ancestry.co.uk.
  19. [S180] Free BMD.

Elinor Leech

ID #3092, (13 Jun 1911-10 Dec 1952)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2022-06-30

Notes

Alternate Name: Helena Leech.

Key Events

Birth13 Jun 19111
Death10 Dec 1952, 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire2

Location by Decade

1910s
NO DATA
1921 Census
Manchester
1939 Pop.Reg.
Manchester
1940s
NO DATA
1950s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

Elinor Leech lived at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire.
13 Jun 1911She was born.
date from 1939 Register.1
Jun 1911Her birth was registered in Chorlton R.D., England, in the 1911 JAS quarter. MMN Atherton.3,4
1 Jul 1911She was baptized at All Saints, Marple, Cheshire.
Child of Arthur William and Susan; 9 South Grove, Chorlton on Mersey, M/C; Clerk.5
19 Jun 1921She appeared as daughter in the 1921 census in the household of Arthur William Leech at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire.
Age 10 , School whole time , born Manchester, Lancashire.
Household included:- Susan Leech, Harold Leech, Joyce Leech and Ellen Atherton.6
Sep 1939Elinor Leech appeared on the 1939 register in the household of Arthur William Leech at 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire. Single; Typist Cotton.1
10 Dec 1952Elinor Leech died at 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire.2
Dec 1952Elinor Leech's death was registered in Manchester R.D., England. 1952 OND quarter , age 41.7
14 Feb 1953Probate - Elinor Leech of 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester 19, spinster, died 10 December 1952. Administration at Manchester, Lancashire, to Arthur William Leech, Company Director.2

Citations

  1. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939; NJWI Manchester 464/5.
  2. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.
  3. [S182] GRO/FreeBMD & Lancashire BMD.
  4. [S301] Baptism register.
  5. [S305] Parish Records.
  6. [S22] Census 1921 FindmyPast RG15/19115.
  7. [S180] Free BMD.

Harold Leech

ID #3093, (2 Jun 1916-Nov 2001)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2022-06-30

Key Events

Birth2 Jun 1916, 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire1,2
Death Reg.Nov 2001, Manchester R.D., England3

Location by Decade

1910s
NO DATA
1921 Census
Manchester
1939 Pop.Reg.
Manchester
1940s
NO DATA
1950s
NO DATA
1960s
NO DATA
1970s
NO DATA
1980s
NO DATA
1990s
NO DATA
2000s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

2 Jun 1916Harold Leech was born at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire.
Parents: Arthur William Leech & Susan.1,2
Jun 1916His birth was registered in Chorlton-on-Medlock, Chorlton R.D., England, in the 1916 AMJ quarter. MMN ATHERTON.4
2 Jul 1916He was baptized at St Chrysostom, Rusholme, Lancashire.
Child of Arthur William Leech & Susan; 9 South Grove, Chorlton upon Medlock; Father's Occupation: Freight Manager.1
19 Jun 1921He appeared as Son in the 1921 census in the household of Arthur William Leech at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire.
Age 5 , born Manchester, Lancashire.
Household included:- Susan Leech, Elinor Leech, Joyce Leech and Ellen Atherton.5
Sep 1939Harold Leech appeared on the 1939 register in the household of Arthur William Leech at 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire. Single; Draughtsman.2
16 May 1960His father, Arthur William Leech, died 239, Moseley Rd, Rusholme, Lancashire.6
25 Jan 1977His mother, Susannah Atherton, died 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire, from probate.6
Nov 2001Harold Leech's death was registered in Manchester R.D., England. 2001 OND quarter , age 85; DoB 2nd June 1916.3

Citations

  1. [S591] Website - On line Parish Clerk - Lancashire.
  2. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939; NJWI Manchester 464/5.
  3. [S180] Free BMD : 2001 November Manchester J66B/0061J/197.
  4. [S182] GRO/FreeBMD & Lancashire BMD : 1916 AMJ Chorlton on Medlock 8c1418 CHO/231/47.
  5. [S22] Census 1921 FindmyPast RG15/19115.
  6. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.

Joyce Leech

ID #3094, (1 Jun 1921-Jun 1994)
Pedigree
  • Last Edited: 2022-06-30

Notes

Married name: Joyce Westwood.

Key Events

Birth1 Jun 19211
Death Reg.Jun 1994, Warrington R.D., England2

Location by Decade

1921 Census
Manchester
1939 Pop.Reg.
Manchester
1940s
NO DATA
1950s
NO DATA
1960s
NO DATA
1970s
NO DATA
1980s
NO DATA
1990s
NO DATA

Detailed Timeline

1 Jun 1921Joyce Leech was born.
date from 1939 register.1
Her birth was registered in Chorlton-on-Medlock, Chorlton R.D., England, in the 1921 AMJ quarter. MMN Atherton.3
19 Jun 1921She appeared as daughter in the 1921 census in the household of Arthur William Leech at 9, South Grove, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Lancashire.
Age under 1 month , born Manchester, Lancashire.
Household included:- Susan Leech, Elinor Leech, Harold Leech and Ellen Atherton.4
Sep 1939Joyce Leech appeared on the 1939 register in the household of Arthur William Leech at 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire. Single; Adding Machine Operator; surname later WESTWOOD.1
16 May 1960Her father, Arthur William Leech, died 239, Moseley Rd, Rusholme, Lancashire.5
25 Jan 1977Her mother, Susannah Atherton, died 239, Moseley Rd, Manchester, Lancashire, from probate.5
Jun 1994Joyce Westwood's death was registered in Warrington R.D., England. 1994 AMJ quarter , age 73.2

Citations

  1. [S150] Register of British Population - September 1939; NJWI Manchester 464/5.
  2. [S900] GRO - Index Online.
  3. [S182] GRO/FreeBMD & Lancashire BMD : 1921 AMJ Chorlton on Medlock 8c1649 CHO/241/65.
  4. [S22] Census 1921 FindmyPast RG15/19115.
  5. [S99] National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations), England & Wales, 1858-1995.