Thomas was born in 1855 to Charles and Mary (nee Preston). He married Mary Ann (nee Hardaker) from Eccleshill in 1876. They had 5 children, one dying in infancy. He spent his life in Eccleshill and was by trade a master plumber/paint-decorator. He passed away in 1917 and is buried in section 3 with his wife who passed away in 1941.
Thomas was related to Joe Norton who played the double bass in the Salem Chapel orchestra.
Mary Ann was the granddaughter of Thomas Baxter and Susannah (nee Keighley). Thomas Baxter was one of the first Deacons of Salem Chapel and was also a member of the church. Both Thomas and Susannah are buried in section 1.
Location: section 3 F6
Location: section 1 D5