My Family

My family history is rich with incredible people, and there are plenty more stories still to be told.

From my ancestors who I barely remember, to those around me who have shaped my life.

Please add your own stories in the "comments" section of each post, or send me an e-mail.

Dec 4, 2021

Jennifer Mackley

My dear wife passed away on October 7th 2021. She was 77 years old. I was overwhelmed by the kind words and messages of support from...

Mar 28, 2021

William Hugh Mackley

William Hugh Mackley was born at Barkestone-le-Vale on 4th November 1911. His parents were James Mackley, blacksmith, and Edith née Stevens.

Dec 7, 2020

Margaret Jane Mackley (née Robinson) 1909-1984

My mother was born in Bottesford Leicestershire on 30th August 1909.

Dec 6, 2020

James Mackley 1879-1942

My grandfather, James (Jim) Jim Mackley, was born in Langar on May 24th 1879.

Dec 5, 2020

Edith Mackley (née Stevens)

My grandmother was born on 27 September 1882 at Barkestone-le-Vale, in the Vale of Belvoir, Leicestershire. Her birth name was Edith Stevens

Dec 3, 2020

Great Uncle Ted

Edward Nathaniel Robinson was my grandfather William Robinson’s younger brother.

Jul 30, 2020

Aunty Nellie & Uncle Ted

Auntie Nellie was my father's sister. I visited her many times as a child and she made a big impression on me.

Jul 29, 2020

Auntie Nancy

Annie Mackley, known as Nancy, was born in Barkestone-le-Vale, Leicestershire, in 1910.

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