William Duke (1806-1864)

From Historical Hastings


Born in Battle and studying at the University of Oxford becoming a Fellow of the London College of Physicians[1], William followed in his father's footsteps, becoming a doctor, with his practice being located at 1 Wellington Square in 1841[2].

Between 1830 and 1837, William resided at 57 George Street. Dr. Duke, with his family, afterwards removed to a new house at 18 Wellington Square, where he resided till about 1855, thence removing to 22 Grand Parade in either 1857 or 1858. He then had built for him a cottage at Silverhill, where he died on the 6th September, 1864, at the age of 59, having preceded the death of his wife Sarah by nearly three years[3]. William is buried in plot CC B20 at the Hastings Cemetery[4].

Grave of William Duke

For several years Dr. Duke embraced the Roman Catholic faith, but it was reported that he recanted the same before his death took place.[3].



Children


Children of: William Duke and Sarah Batley Cox (1809-1867)
Name Birth Death Joined with
Sarah Oom Duke (1831-)

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Francis Worge Duke (1833-1882)

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Victor William Duke (1835-1872)

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Caroline Mary Duke (1837-)

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Georgina Duke (1838-1921)

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Philip Freeling Duke (1840-1902)

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Herbert Cox Duke (1844-1886)

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Elizabeth Mary Duke (1848-1936)

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Anna Jane Duke (1849-1918)

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Katherine Mary Duke (1851-1929)

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References & Notes

  1. Find A Grave Memorial: Dr William Duke (1806-1864) - Find A Grave Memorial, accessdate: 12 October 2021
  2. UK Census 1841
  3. a b Brett Manuscript Histories Vol. 3 Chap. 34 Pg. 283
  4. Duke William: Duke William, accessdate: 12 October 2021