Roger Alley
English Archdeacon
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Roger Alley (1535–1610) was an English Archdeacon of Cornwall who was deprived of his duties by his father William Alley, who thought his appointment was too premature. He later served as a Vicar and Rector for Pyworthy.[1]
Roger Alley | |
|---|---|
| Rector & Vicar of Pyworthy | |
| In office 1581–1610 | |
| Archdeacon of Cornwall | |
| In office 13 October 1563 – 1563 (deprived) | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1535 |
| Died | 1610 (aged 74–75) |
| Parent | William Alley |
| Relatives | Alley Family |
| Occupation | Archdeacon, Vicar |
Life
Roger Alley was born in 1535 to William Alley, who was later Bishop of Exeter. His grandfather was William Alley (mayor), his great-grandfather was John Alley (mayor), and his great-great-grandfather was Richard Alley (sheriff). Roger became Archdeacon of Cornwall in 1563 but was deprived of his position by his father some short time later that same year.[2] His father, William Alley, thought his son's appointment to the position of Archdeacon of Cornwall was too premature, and that his son was not ready yet for such a role.[3][4]