Elizabeth Margaret Ashton 1566–1640
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8 researchers on YourRoots have Elizabeth Ashton in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 2 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 8 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through Elizabeth Ashton 1566–1640
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Elizabeth Margaret Ashton began in 1566 in Cossington, Leicestershire, England. Elizabeth Margaret Ashton married thomas matthew webster, and had children including john webster. Elizabeth Margaret Ashton passed away in 1640 in Melton-Mowbray, Leicestershire, England.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Elizabeth Ashton
This ancestor line traces from Woodborough, Nottinghamshire, England (1535) to Cossington, Leicestershire, England (1566) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Elizabeth Ashton (1566–1640) was born in Cossington, Leicestershire, England and died in Melton-Mowbray, Leicestershire, England. 8 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 8 researchers on YourRoots have Elizabeth in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 2 generations of this lineage geographically.
- It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
- Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.
Related Records
Elizabeth Ashton's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record